Join East Creative Collective every First Friday for open studios! This is your opportunity to visit, connect with, and shop from over 30 local artists working in the Central Eastside! Every first Friday through December, 6-9 pm!

Date: Every first Friday of the Month! 6 — 9 pm

Location: East Creative Collective, 211 SE Madison St 

Join East Creative Collective every First Friday for open studios! This is your opportunity to visit, connect with, and shop from over 30 local artists working in the Central Eastside! Every first Friday through December, 6-9 pm!

Date: Every first Friday of the Month! 6 — 9 pm

Location: East Creative Collective, 211 SE Madison St 

At Art Design Xchange, artist Sharyll Burroughs is writing her new essay collection in public—a year-long exploration of Black nonconformity shaped by live audience dialogue. Artists, thinkers, the defiantly curious –– all human beings are welcome. This month explores funk guru George Clinton, framing refusal as a radical act.

When: February 27, 2026 | 7 — 9 pm

Location: Art Design Xchange, 417 Southeast 11th Ave

Free to RSVP, $20 donation suggested

Calling all members of the Portland Creative Exchange Network (PCXN)! Join ADX for our second gathering on February 26th to continue connecting with your community.

The PCXN is a coalition of individuals, enterprises, and support organizations with a shared goal of making Portland a place that nurtures its locally owned creative economy.

Developed from the direct feedback and needs of over 1,000 local makers and creators, the PCXN is a coalition of individuals, independent businesses, and support organizations united by one goal: making Portland a place where locally owned creative enterprises can thrive.

The PCXN is a community resource developed by ADX. No money or membership dues are required to join or participate in these gatherings, just a desire to connect authentically with your creative neighbors.

Free food and beverages provided!

BONUS: ADX has a major milestone celebration coming up in fall 2026, and everyone in attendance will be among the first community members invited to participate.

Date: February 26, 2026 | 5 - 7 pm

Location: ADX, 417 SE 11th Avenue

Join Milagro, a Better Together Grant recipient, as part of their 29th Día de Muertos' Observance for a guided bike tour of altars displayed at local businesses in the Central Eastside. This fun, community-focused ride will take you through beautiful altar displays, rain or shine, with a shorter route available if the weather doesn't cooperate. The event is free, but don’t forget to RSVP!

Event Details:

Meet at Milagro's Zócalo (537 SE Stark St.) between 12 - 1 pm to decorate your bike. The guided ride will begin at 1 pm and cover a three-mile route, with altars at the following locations. Take in the beautiful displays and while you're there, explore the local shops—grab a coffee, check out bike gear, or find something new along the way!

1. Milagro

2. Bar Botellón

3. Columbia Credit Union

4. River City Bicycles

5. Urbanite

6. Guardian Games

7. Nossa Familia Coffee

8. Cargo

*The Better Together Grant supports the community by catalyzing events and projects that activate public spaces, increase foot traffic, and highlight the district's unique identity. It fosters an engaging environment by supporting arts and cultural events, public installations, and projects that drive co-creation, economic growth, and a sense of place.

Stay tuned for updates on the next grant cycle launching in January 2025.

Calling all volunteers! We're gathering to clean up our district in preparation for the annual Día de los Muertos Altar Tour hosted by Milagro Theater. Embrace the Halloween spirit while making a positive impact in your community! This family-friendly event is a great way to connect, share responsibility, and support environmental awareness. Let's come together and keep our neighborhood looking its best!

Sponsored by The Subaru of Portland.

This is an initial meeting hosted by Multnomah County, convening the Good Neighbor Advisory Committee.

The meeting is open to the public and can be attended in person or via Google Meet.

In-person
501 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214, USA, Suite 126

Google Meet
meet.google.com/shv-uodw-ryu

Join by phone

(US) +1 281-810-9800
PIN: 689352658