Neighborhood News - September 2026
Summer is winding down, but Kenton is still buzzing with activity. Don’t miss your chance to help out at the rose garden, shop at the farmers market, experience and contribute to Kenton history, say farewell to Mayfly, attend special meetings, and volunteer at Peninsula Elementary.
KNA Board Meeting - September 9, 7:00pm-8:30pm
What: Regular gathering of KNA Board of Directors and residents to discuss local issues, share updates about projects and initiatives, and participate in decisions affecting the neighborhood.
Topics: KNA committees — what they do and how they work. Plus, preview the Kenton Roots exhibition.
Where: Historic Kenton Firehouse, 8105 N Brandon Ave, or online
How: Come in person or join on Zoom. All are welcome.
I-5 Closure Starting September 11th
Whether you are commuting in Portland or planning a trip through the area, ODOT would like travelers across Oregon to be aware of a major closure of all southbound lanes of I-5 in Portland between I-84 and I-405 starting September 11th and lasting up to five weeks. During the closure, overdue road repairs will be done as part of the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project. Expect travel delays and additional traffic on surrounding streets. Learn more about the closure and sign up for traffic alerts at www.i5rosequarter.org.
Events & Happenings
Kenton Roots: Explore Our Neighborhood History Together
When: Saturday, September 12
Where: Kenton Firehouse, 8150 N Brandon Ave
You’re invited to explore the stories and places that shaped North Portland. Presented by Kenton Neighborhood Association in partnership with Vanport Mosaic, Kenton Roots is a day of shared history at the Historic Kenton Firehouse built around a narrated bus tour, a pop-up exhibit, and a community Story Harvest. Learn more and sign-up for the bus tour >
Volunteer at the Kenton Rose Garden
When: Tuesday, September 8, 6pm-8pm
Saturday, September 26, 9:30am-12pm
Where: Kenton Rose Garden, N Interstate Ave & N McClellan St
Don’t miss the last garden maintenance dates of 2026! Lend a hand to help keep this community space beautiful and in bloom. No experience or green thumbs required to prune and deadhead roses.
Peninsula Community Care Day
Courtesy of Peninsula PTA
When: Saturday, September 19, 9:30am-11am
Where: Peninsula Elementary, 8125 N Emerald Ave
Call for volunteers: the Peninsula PTA Green team is partnering with SOLVE to pick up litter around the campus and remove invasive and nuisance plants encroaching on the playground. Meet on the playground for community care. Find more info >
Bylaws Community Information and Feedback Session
When: Sunday, September 20, 3pm
Where: Kenton Firehouse, 8150 N Brandon Ave
Stop by to learn what changes are being proposed and why, ask questions, and share your thoughts before the neighborhood votes.
Refreshments will be provided. Well-behaved children are welcome, and we’ll have quiet activities to keep them busy. Learn more >
Kenton Community Bike Ride
Courtesy of Bike Summer 2026
When: Saturday, September 26, 9:30am-12:00pm
Where: Meet & end at Kenton Park, near the restrooms
Join friends and neighbors for a fun and social family-friendly ride starting at Kenton Park and cruising around North Portland to enjoy the fun and fantastical things that make our local community great. Riders of all levels are welcome.
Kenton Farmers Market
Courtesy of Kenton Farmers Market
When: Wednesdays, now- September 30, 3pm-7pm
Where: N McClellan St & Denver Ave
This is your last chance to shop at the Kenton Farmers Market this season! Find fresh produce, hot foods, artisan products, live music, recipe demonstrations, and special events throughout the summer. Cash, credit/debit cards, and SNAP/Oregon Trail EBT benefits are accepted. Learn more >
Coming Up
Photo by KNA
Native Plant Fair
Sunday, October 4, 10am-1pm
Kenton Firehouse, 8105 N Brandon Ave
Learn how to bring beauty and healthy habitat to your yard with native plants and improve our neighborhood air quality. Meet your neighbors, find gardening resources and information, get your soil tested for lead, take home free native plants (RSVP required), and enjoy fall activities. Learn more and reserve plants >
Special Meeting on September 19th: Trinity School Construction Project
Trinity Academy is building a new campus at N Delaware Avenue between N Farragut Street and N Russet Street. Join the Kenton Neighborhood Association and the developer, Integrity Management Solutions, for a special community meeting on Saturday, September 19, at 1pm, at the Kenton Firehouse to learn more about this project and get answers to your questions.
Kenton Connect Fall 2026 Edition
A special Fall edition of our printed newsletter, Kenton Connect, is hot off the presses. Paper copies are being delivered to residences right now. Keep an eye on your doorstep for stories about Friends of Noise celebrating 10 years, Portland Public Schools resizing efforts, upcoming KNA events, our next Bylaws community meeting on September 20th, and more.
Mayfly’s Last Day is September 12th
After more than seven years of operation as a community-oriented taproom and bottle shop in Kenton, Mayfly Taproom is closing. From hosting events and pop-up food vendors to creating Fenwick Plaza and a welcoming space for people to gather, Mayfly has made a lasting impact on our neighborhood.
Their last day will be September 12th. Check out www.mayflypdx.com for updates…and keep your eyes peeled for The Watershed moving in soon!
Community Bulletin
Peninsula PTA Community Meeting: Wednesday, September 16, 6-7:30pm in the library or online. You do not need to be a member to attend. Find meeting details and the virtual link >
Kenton Station Haunted Basement Tour: Experience the haunted history of Kenton Station! Learn about this historic building, including Sam's Bar, a famed bricked-in tunnel, speakeasy door, and more on Thursday, September 17, 6-9:30pm. See the full schedule >
Peninsula Poop Patrol Looking for Fall Recruits: Help keep our elementary smiling by picking up dog poop left on the field. Sundays, 8-9am. Learn more >
Peninsula Bike Bus Every Friday, 7:35-8am: Please be aware of students riding to school. Do not attempt to pass the bike bus or help direct traffic. Get more info or sign up to volunteer >
