Here’s another cool animated image— this time to celebrate Pride— from Michael B.

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Portland City Hall’s push for “safe resting camps” has raised a lot of questions. Commissioner Dan Ryan said neighborhood groups are onboard for the new service, but how will they look in practice?

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And also: Where will they be located? Who will staff them? And my newest question: Is this just a reason to push unhoused folks out of downtown and into neighborhoods?

Willamette Week has done a good job tracking this issue, and their most recent story on the issue is here.

One important development: Ryan will be a guest at the Lents Neighborhood Livability Association meeting on June 10, so it’s likely more details will be shared then.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 5TH

Open farm hours

Borage

Zenger Farm will be hosting its twice-monthly open farm hours.

There’s lots to do on the farm, and the days activity will be working with borage. Lunch will be provided. Learn more at the link!

11741 SE Foster Rd. * 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. * $5 – $100 per group

SUNDAY, JUNE 6TH

Lents farmers market opens

The Lents International Farmers Market opens this Sunday! It’s a great medium sized market with plenty of fresh goods and room to social distance.

If you missed our video from last year, Michael B can repeat the tour due to the magic of video. Farmers markets are a great way to support farmers, budding food entrepreneurs, and meet your neighbors.

The Montavilla Farmers Market is open this Sunday as well…

SE 92nd Ave. & SE Reedway St. * 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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Bike festival

There are multiple daily rides all over the city for Pedalpalooza, but the Mt. Tabor Maze ride will help you learn all the ways to climb our neighborhood volcano on your bike.

Mt. Tabor Park entrance: Lincoln St. & 64th Ave. * 2 p.m. * free