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October 14 ECNA General Meeting: Neighborhood Updates and a Fall Soup Exchange

Join your East Columbia neighbors on Wednesday, October 14, for our next general meeting. We’ll hear updates on local land-use issues, neighborhood cleanup efforts and opportunities to get involved. The evening also includes a Fall Soup Exchange beginning at 6 p.m.

Meeting details

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Fall Soup Exchange begins at 6 p.m.
Meeting begins promptly at 7 p.m.

Fall Soup Exchange

Autumn illustration of steaming soup and chili bowls, mason jars, bread, and a ladle.

ECNA invites you to bring your favorite fall soup or chili to share and exchange with your neighbors!

Our Fall Soup Exchange begins at 6 p.m. Bring a pot of your favorite homemade soup or chili to share, and ECNA will provide bowls, bread, and crackers to round out the meal.

Be sure to bring a few mason jars or containers, too, so you can take home some of your favorite soups to enjoy later!

No competition and no prizes, just warm bowls, new recipes, and a cozy evening with neighbors.

General meeting to follow immediately afterwards at 7 p.m.

On the agenda

  • 7:00 p.m. – Land-use update: Alice Walker will lead a 45-minute discussion covering the proposed Amazon drone base on Schmeer Road, trucking noise and a proposed environmental zoning change.
  • 7:45 p.m. – November cookie bake-off: Barbara Neidig will share details about the cookie bake-off planned for November 11.
  • 7:50 p.m. – Neighborhood cleanup: Michelle Wickliff will provide an update on cleanup dumpsters.
  • 7:55 p.m. – Get involved with ECNA: Learn about vacant board and committee positions, along with block captain opportunities for Meadow Drive, South Shore Road, Lija Loop and Mariners Loop.

All neighbors are welcome. Come hear what’s happening, ask questions and connect with your community.

Meeting location

Columbia Community Bible Church
420 NE Marine Dr., Portland, OR 97211

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ECNA Special Meeting: Wednesday, August 12

The East Columbia Neighborhood Association invites neighbors to a special meeting on Wednesday, August 12, promptly at 7:00 PM.

Location

Columbia Community Bible Church
420 NE Marine Drive
Portland, OR 97211

Discussion topics

  • Transition Projects: Kelsey Stark, Program Manager, will introduce the organization’s program serving people experiencing homelessness at the former Motel 6 site.
  • City zoning proposal: Alice Walker will share the latest updates and discuss potential effects on local property values.
  • Trucking noise near Gertz Road: Alice Walker will provide an update on this ongoing neighborhood concern, and we’ll be joined by special guests, Portland City Councilor (District 2), Elana Pirtle-Guiney, and Portland City Noise Officer, Paul Van Orden, to join the discussion regarding how we can protect our homes where our neighborhood meets industrial areas. (See flyer below & scan QR code to fill out the quetionairre)
  • 2026 ECNA events and volunteer opportunities: We are seeking volunteer nominees for Activities Committee Coordinator, Notifications Committee Coordinator, and Block Captains for Meadow Drive, South Shore Road, Lija Loop, and Mariners Loop.

We’ll also share updates on Movie Night, the Cookie Bakeoff, Halloween on Meadow Drive, and the Chili Cookoff.

We hope you can join the conversation and help shape the year ahead for our neighborhood.

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Annual ECNA Neighborhood Potluck at the Columbia Children’s Arboretum

Join the East Columbia Neighborhood Association for our annual neighborhood potluck on Saturday, August 8, from 1:00–3:00 PM at the Columbia Children’s Arboretum.

Spend the afternoon meeting neighbors, connecting with ECNA board members, and enjoying food, conversation, and family-friendly lawn games, including cornhole, Giant Connect Four, badminton, and sidewalk chalk.

What to bring

Please bring a picnic side dish to share. Secret family recipes are especially welcome!

ECNA will provide:

  • BBQ ribs
  • Rotisserie chicken
  • Blueberry pie
  • Assorted drinks

Location and parking

Columbia Children’s Arboretum
10040 NE 6th Drive
Portland, OR 97211

Follow the event signs from NE 13th Avenue to parking on Meadow Lane near the park’s east entrance.

No RSVP is needed. Just show up! Bring your family, bring a neighbor, and come enjoy an afternoon together in one of East Columbia’s most beautiful community spaces.

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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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