Join the local Strong Towns conversation in Portland, Oregon! Strong Towns focuses on making fiscally strong communities that are self-sustaining, resilient, and nice to live in. Together, we can make a difference in the place we love.
Upcoming Events
RSVPs are not required, and all are welcome! Check out the calendar for more events.
PARK(ing) Day 2024
Sunday, September 22, 2024 • 10:00am - 4:00pm
NW Flanders between NW 14th & 15th Ave
We're hosting a family friendly-event for Park(ing) Day in the Pearl District! Come re-imagine what a street can be. See how utilizing the street for pedestrian activity can contribute towards making communities safe, healthy, equitable, and business-friendly. We will be playing pickleball, cornhole, and connecting with neighbors. Come on by!
Book Club: Escaping the Housing Trap
Sundays from 4:30pm - 6:00pm
August 11th / August 25th / September 10th / September 24th
Psanctum Thrift
4033 SE Milwaukie Ave, Apt A, Portland, OR 97202
In collaboration with John Carter and Eden Woodruff's Community Resiliency Group, we're kicking off a book club for Escaping the Housing Trap: The Strong Towns Response to the Housing Crisis.
Monthly hangout & bike ride:
Hangout
Saturday, September 28, 2024 • 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Cafe Yumm (PSU Rec Center)
1806 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97201
Stop by an informal hangout to chat and meet other Portlanders interested in the Strong Towns approach.
PSU Farmers Market Ride - NW Edition
Saturday, September 28, 2024, 2024 • 10:30 - 11:15 am
Wallace Park, NW Raleigh & NW 26th
Join us for a slow-paced, all-abilities ride from Wallace Park to the PSU Farmers Market. The ride will end a couple blocks away from the hangout location. Rain or shine!
Monthly meeting:
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 • 6:15–7:45 pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1A
801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
Monthly meetings may include presentations, project updates, and limited open group discussion. Social hour to follow afterwards at a nearby bar.