Neighborhood News - May 2026
This month’s edition is PACKED with happenings and ways to make your voice heard in Kenton and beyond. Let’s jump in!
KNA Monthly Meeting - May 13, 7pm-8:30pm
What: Regular gathering of KNA board and residents to discuss local issues, share updates about projects and initiatives, and participate in decisions affecting the neighborhood.
Where: Historic Kenton Firehouse, 8105 N Brandon Ave
How: Come in person or join via Zoom. All are welcome. We hope to see you there!
Save the Date & Participate: KNA Board of Directors Election on June 10
Our community is stronger when all voices are at the table. We invite you to get involved. Whether you run for a position, vote, or help us spread the word, your voice matters! Join our efforts to make a positive impact in Kenton.
Run for a Position: The ballot will include candidates for director and officer positions. There are two ways to add your name to the ballot: Complete the simple application by May 22 to be included in the voter guide OR add your name as a write-in candidate by showing up early to the General Meeting on June 10.
Vote for Candidates: Save the date, keep an eye out for the voter guide, and show up at our General Meeting on June 10, 6:00pm-9:00pm, at the Historic Kenton Firehouse.
Spread the Word: Tell your friends, family, and neighbors about this opportunity to get involved with KNA’s efforts to foster a clean, healthy, safe, livable, and resilient neighborhood for all.
Good News Roundup
Love Thy Neighborhoodies Fundraiser a Success!
Thank you to everyone who purchased our Love Thy Neighborhoodies. Through your support, we raised enough funds to cover the costs for a very special event on July 25 in Kenton Park! (Stay tuned for more details coming soon.) If you missed out on this special merch drop or are looking for Kenton swag, fill out this quick survey.
Thayer Family Foundation Veterans Shelter is Officially Open
Located at 8355 N Interstate Ave and managed by Do Good Multnomah, this abstinence-based motel shelter provides houseless Veterans with a supportive, intentional community to maintain their sobriety and achieve stable, long-term housing. Learn more >
Get a Rebate for a New E-Bike and Accessories
The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF) has announced that applications are open for its E-Bike Rebate Program, Portland Rides. This new initiative will provide an instant discount rebate to eligible residents to purchase standard, cargo, and adaptive e-bikes for personal use. Learn more >
Events & Happenings
KNA Events Committee Meeting: Summer Kick-Off
When: May 16, 2:00pm-3:30pm
Where: Kenton Firehouse, 8105 N Brandon
Summer is just around the corner and we’re gearing up for another fantastic season filled with events in Kenton.
We’re looking for community members to help make these events happen!
Come to our next Events Committee meeting to learn more about upcoming events and how to get involved.
Questions? Email KNACommunityEvents@gmail.com
Kenton Street Painting Community Design Night
Flyer courtesy of Kenton Farmers Market
When: May 7, 5:00pm-6:30pm
Where: Renaissance Commons, 2133 N Argyle St, Community Room A
Join the Kenton Farmers Market for a hands-on, creative community session to help shape the design of a new street painting that will be installed on N McClellan in the Kenton business district.
All ages are welcome, anytime; no prior art experience is necessary!
Come share your ideas and vision for the neighborhood, meet artist Latoya Lovely, and help influence this public artwork. RSVP here >
2026 Rose Garden Volunteer Dates
When: Select Tuesdays & Saturdays, June - September
Where: Kenton Rose Garden, N Interstate Ave & N McClellan St
Lend a hand to help keep this community space beautiful and in bloom. No experience or green thumbs required to prune and deadhead roses.
Save the Date
Wednesday, June 3, 3pm-7pm: Kenton Farmers Market returns for the 2026 season @ N McClellan & N Denver.
Saturday, July 25: Although we Can't dislcOse what is happeniNg yet, we Can assurE you that you’ll Regret missing this evenT. Stay tuned!
Saturday, August 8 & Sunday, August 9: Mark your calendars and start planning for the Annual Kenton Neighborhood Community Garage Sale.
Sunday, August 16: Kenton Street Fair in downtown Kenton. Live music, food & artisan vendors, free admission.
Community Bulletin
May 19 Primary Election Day: The next election in Multnomah County is the 2026 Primary Election on May 19. This election includes candidate contests for Metro Council and federal, state and judicial positions. Find voter resources here >
2026 Kenton Street Fair Looking for Vendors: Organizers are accepting vendor applications. Learn more >
Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Multnomah County Library is looking for youth ages 11-18 to volunteer with their Summer Reading program, which gets kids and teens excited about reading during the summer. Applications due May 15th. Learn more & apply >
Join Efforts to Protect North Portland Schools: Portland Public Schools is planning to close 5-10 schools for the 2027-28 school year. Final decisions on which schools will close are expected to be announced in January 2027. Community members from North Portland schools are coming together to ensure North Portland students’ needs are being considered and met. Follow Peninsula PTA for updates >
Peninsula Elementary Kinder Connect Open House: Registration for kindergarten-aged children is open and the next in-person intro to the school is on May 29, 2:45-3:30pm! Spread the word >
