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Community Posts, Education & Events, Local Issues

Commercial Drone Deliveries: Community Conversation on October 18

East Columbia residents are invited to a community briefing and conversation about Amazon’s proposed Prime Air drone delivery sites and their potential impacts across North and Northeast Portland.

Join neighbors for an update on the City’s permitting and legislative process, hear different perspectives, and share your questions and concerns.

When and where

Sunday, October 18, 2026 · 3–5 p.m. Pacific
Attend in person or online.

In person: Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods (NECN) Building
4815 NE 7th Ave, Portland, OR 97211

Online: Join the community conversation on Zoom

About the gathering

This event is independently hosted by members of North and Northeast Portland Neighborhood Associations. NECN is providing the venue only.

District Councilors and members of the press are also welcome to attend and listen to neighbors’ perspectives.

Questions? Contact the organizers’ Public Relations Team at pdxdroneconcerns@googlegroups.com.

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Education & Events, Environmental Issues, Community Posts

Honor Veterans with VetREST at the Columbia Children’s Arboretum

Join VetREST on Wednesday, November 11, from 1:00–3:00 p.m. for an afternoon of clean up, planting, and honoring our Veterans at the Columbia Children’s Arboretum.

Volunteers will help clean up the arboretum’s conifer garden, plant new, uncommon species, and spend time together in community to honor our Veterans. It’s a meaningful way to spend Veterans Day right here in our own neighborhood.

Event details

Wednesday, November 11, 2026
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Meet at the North entrance of the Columbia Children’s Arboretum, off of Meadow Drive

About the event

This event is led by residents of Dignity Village and is part of their continued commitment to the East Columbia neighborhood. It builds on their recent landscaping and habitat restoration training.

Thank you to the event’s partners: East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District, the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs (ODVA), and Portland Parks & Recreation.

More information and registration

For more information and to register, visit the VetREST event page.

All neighbors are welcome. Bring a friend, lend a hand, and help us honor the Veterans in our community.

Event flyer

VetREST Veterans Day flyer (PDF)Download
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Community Posts

Annual Community Yard Sale – July 25th at Columbia Community Bible Church

Community Yard Sale at Columbia Community Bible Church

Columbia Community Bible Church invites neighbors to a Community Yard Sale on Saturday, July 25, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 420 NE Marine Dr.

Community and church members will be selling household goods and other choice finds. Come browse for a cherished item or two—some parking is available on site, with additional parking on surrounding streets.

Want to Sell?

Bring a table or blanket and set up on the back lawn at no charge. Please arrive around 8:00 a.m. to choose your space and unload. About 18–20 seller spaces are available, so please register soon. Sellers must remain on site with their items; no drop-offs are accepted for others to sell.

A light lunch of a store-bought sandwich, chips, and water will be provided for sellers.

Reserve Your Space

To reserve a selling space or ask a question, contact Pastor Steven Boyle at 503-240-0923 (calls only; no texts) or s.sboyle91@gmail.com.

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Invitation to a Mother's Day Celebration
Community Posts, Newsletters

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Columbia Community Bible Church

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Columbia Community Bible Church is inviting neighbors to a special Mother’s Day Celebration on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The event will include a morning gathering celebrating the love and care of mothers, followed by finger foods and fellowship. All are welcome.

Columbia Community Bible Church is inviting neighbors to a special Mother’s Day Celebration this Sunday morning. The gathering offers an opportunity for community members to come together, celebrate the important role mothers and caregivers play in our lives, and spend time connecting with neighbors in East Columbia.

Event Details

Mother’s Day Celebration
Date: Sunday, May 10, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Columbia Community Bible Church
420 NE Marine Drive, Portland, OR 97211

Finger foods and fellowship will follow the morning celebration.

Community Invitation

Whether you regularly attend church services or are simply looking for a welcoming community gathering on Mother’s Day, all neighbors are welcome to attend.

ECNA is sharing this event as a community notice to help neighbors stay informed about local gatherings and opportunities to connect.

We appreciate local organizations and gathering spaces that help bring neighbors together and create opportunities for connection across our community.

For more information, contact Columbia Community Bible Church directly.

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Community Posts

Community Thanksgiving Celebration – All Are Welcome

TL;DR:
Columbia Community Bible Church is hosting a free Thanksgiving Celebration on Sunday, November 30 at 11:00 a.m. Everyone is invited, and lunch will follow the service.

Hi neighbors — we received a warm invitation from Columbia Community Bible Church to join their annual Thanksgiving Celebration. It’s a simple, welcoming gathering open to anyone in the East Columbia community. If you’re looking for a place to connect, share a meal, or just enjoy the holiday with neighbors, you’re invited.

Event Details

Date: Sunday, November 30
Time: 11:00 a.m. – Thanksgiving Service, with lunch immediately following
Location: Columbia Community Bible Church, 420 N.E. Marine Dr., Portland, OR
Phone: (503) 240-0923

Why Attend?

This celebration is a chance to slow down, share gratitude, and enjoy a meal with neighbors of all backgrounds. Whether you’re a regular attendee or simply looking for a sense of community during the holiday season, you’ll be warmly welcomed.

How to Join In

No RSVP is needed — just come as you are on Sunday morning. Feel free to invite family, friends, or neighbors who may enjoy a friendly and inclusive Thanksgiving gathering.

We hope many in the neighborhood can take part and enjoy this generous community offering.

For questions, you may contact Columbia Community Bible Church at (503) 240-0923.

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