Guns in the United States
Monday, 6/5 – Magazine Readers – 6:30-8 p.m. – Discussion of two articlesabout guns in the United States. Our next meeting will be in the fall.
Banned Books – Discussion May 1
Hello, All – Charlie is our leader for May 1 and he has selected several articles that lead to a lively discussion. The articles are attached as links below. Hope to see you at Reiche at 6:30 on May 1 … Continued
WENA Activities April 23-30, 2023
Next WeekApril 23-30, 2023 Monday, 4/24 – 6:30 p.m.. – Animation Movie – Allegro non Troppo. Doors open at6:30 p.m., film starts promptly at 7. Popcorn and fizzy water available. Bring asnack to share if you wish. 1976, Color & … Continued
Heads Up – It’s Paving Season!
Starting April 17, paving will take place on State Street between Congress and York. The Contractor is scheduled to mobilize to the site on April 13, 2023 with an approximate completion date of early July 2023. The first week should … Continued
Hal Madsen Presents: Men’s World Cup inQatar – The Game with Sights & Scenes
Thursday, 4/13 at 6:30 p.m. – Speaker Series – Hal Madsen Presents: Men’s World Cup inQatar – The Game with Sights & Scenes. Please join us for Hal’s presentation, slides,and Q & A. A journalist for over 50 years, Hal … Continued
CPR and AED instruction
April 20 at 6:30 p.m. Be Prepared! CPR and AED instruction with the Portland Fire Department Class will be in the upstairs Reiche Community Room. Enter on the Clark Street side. All activities are free unless otherwise noted. Donations to WENA … Continued
City Declares Citywide Parking Ban 10:00 PM Friday, March 3 Through 6:00 AM Sunday, March 5
City Declares Citywide Parking Ban 10:00 PM Friday, March 3 Through 6:00 AM Sunday, March 5 Due to timing of this storm and the amount of snow expected, City declares parking ban for both Friday and Saturday nights The City … Continued
March WENA Calendar
March Features: WENA Speakers Series: On March 9, at 6:30 p.m. Dawn Brennan-Daly, Executive Manager of St. Luke’s Community Kitchen will be at the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Speakers Series to talk about the opportunities available there for people … Continued
Book Nook Magazine Club
BN Magazine Club at Reiche Community Room on Monday (2/6). Attached is a selection of articles from Paul Brahms. He’ll lead the discussion on February 6 and it’s sure to be interesting to see what directions it takes.
West End Snapshots – Deadline Today
Don’t Miss the January 16, 2023 Deadline for West End Snapshots Send your entry to hello@wenamaine.org We need 3 West End photos with captions and a brief bio with your name, interests, etc. Follow these guidelines for your photos: 1 … Continued
WENA Board Meeting January 4, 2023
WENA Board Meeting. January 4, 2023 Present: Roseann Graef. Ian Jacob, Bryan Van Dussen, Barbara DeSerres, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Leana Good-Simpson, Kim Sutton, Steve Scharf, Chip Martin Secretary Minutes from November 16, 2022 meeting approved … Continued
West End Snapshots
For all of us there are particular things that are emblematic and evocative of our neighborhood. In 2012, the West End Neighborhood Association did a community-building project in conjunction with Art At Work called “West End Snapshots”. Neighborhood residents took photos reflecting their … Continued
Happy New Year
The West End Neighborhood Association wishes everyone a Happy & Healthy New Year! We hope you’ll join us in some of these activities and our neighborhood projects in 2023. Please not that our schedule has changed: Our general meetings are … Continued
Book Nook Magazine Club
BN Magazine Club at Reiche Community Room on Monday (12/5). Pat selected this month’s articles that are attached. At the last meeting, she passed out copies of the October 2022 issue of Maine Senior where these articles appeared. We’ll definitely … Continued
Board Meeting Minutes
WENA Board Meeting November16, 2022, 7:00 pm, Zoom Present: Roseanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Brian VanDussen, Barb DeSerres, Pamela Shaw, Liz Parsons, Kim Sutton, Leana Good-Simpson, Steve Scharf 2022/23 Officers and Board: … Continued
ReForest the City
Peninsula neighborhood associations are banding together to address the crucial role trees play in making urban neighborhoods livable and healthy. ReForest the City aims to increase the number of trees planted in public areas and boost the survivability of peninsula … Continued
Maine Irish Heritage Center fundraiser
MIHC Annual fundraiser! Live showcase of the best Irish performers in Maine and an Irish Craft Beer Fest at the Maine Irish Heritage Center on the corner of State and Gray in the West End on 11/19. Also, 4 food … Continued
Weatherize your home
LEARN WHAT YOU CAN DO TO WEATHERIZE YOUR HOME Whether you are a homeowner or a renter – learn how you can save on heating costs and weatherize your home this winter. The Portland Sustainability Office is hosting Efficiency … Continued
WENA Annual Meeting Minutes 2022
WENA Annual Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 6:30 pm., Reiche Community Center Treasurers Report: Available Funds by Source Norway Savings $17,609 Paypal $308 Petty Cash $30.00 Less outstanding debits $1,004 $505 debit card for MMC … Continued
District 2 Annual Meeting (Virtual)
REMOTE ACCESS INFORMATION: The District 2 Councilor will conduct this meeting remotely via Zoom. If you are not able to attend live either in person or via Zoom, a recording will be available at portlandmaine.gov/DistrictMeetings following the meeting. To ask … Continued
November Reiche Community Room Calendar
Thursday, November 10 – 4:00-5:30 – Social Creativity – bring your own project or participate in mural drawing/painting Thursday, November 10 – 6:30-8:00 – Games/Cards Monday, November 14 – Doors open 6:30, Film begins at 7 Les Vacances de Monsieur … Continued
Annual WENA Meeting
WENA Meeting:November 9th, 6:30-8:00pm at the Reiche Community Center Room We will be 1. COLLECTING DUES FROM MEMBERS Anyone who wants to vote on Board members or the Bylaw change must pay their dues by the time of the vote, (in … Continued
November Reiche Community Room Calendar
It’s November already, hard to believe, isn’t it? The Rec Dept. has given WENA a couple of more time slots on Thursdays when we may use the Community Room at Reiche. From 4-5:30 p.m., we’ll be drawing and painting murals … Continued
WENA/WPNA Charter Commission Forum
On Wednesday, October 12, from 6:30-8:00 PM the Western Prom and West End Neighborhood Associations are co-sponsoring an informational forum for residents of our neighborhoods on the upcoming November 8 election, focusing on the Charter Commission recommendations. The forum will … Continued
WENA/WPNA Candidates & Referenda Forum
On Wednesday, October 5, from 6:30-8:00 p.m. the West End and Western Prom Neighborhood Associations are co-sponsoring an informational forum for residents of our neighborhoods on the upcoming November 8 election. The forum will be held at the Reiche Community … Continued
Neighborhood Clean-up
A group from MaineHealth Sustainability has coordinated a cleanup of the West End on Saturday (9/17) from 11am-2pm. There will be snacks, a coffee truck, and cleanup supplies from the Portland Parks and Trails Department. We are meeting by the … Continued
2022 Annual Picnic
2022 Annual Picnic August 10 at 5:30 p.m. Western Prom Bring your own picnic, blanket and chairs. Enjoy the view, meet friends & neighbors, and stay for the entertainment! At 6:30 p.m. King Memphis will perform as part of the … Continued
Yahoo! WESTERN PROM SUNSET CONCERT SERIES Begins!
Summer is in full swing now so it is time to get out and swing to the sweet sounds of this year’s 2022 Western Prom Sunset Concert Series. Every Wednesday starting this week, July 13th, 7:30Pm FMI: https://www.friendsofwesternprom.org/sunset-concert-events July 13th. … Continued
Join us for storm drain stenciling
On Tuesday, June 28, the West End Neighborhood Association is having a training session by Doug Roncaroti from the City’s Water Resources Dept. on stenciling storm drains. We last did this project around 7-8 years ago and in the interim … Continued
Native plant tour – Western Cemetary
Heather McCargo, founder of the Wild Seed Project, will lead an hour-long tour of Portland’s Western Cemetery identifying native plants growing there at 4 p.m. this Thursday May 19. The sandy soils and low-level management should have prompted interesting species. … Continued
Helping Western Cemetery now
Why Western Cemetery needs you. Western Cemetery, the second oldest burial ground in Portland, has become frequented, now during Covid, by more and more people for more and more reasons: you enjoy quiet conversations with friends, you jog through embracing … Continued
Feb Meeting Minutes
WENA meeting minutes February 8, 2022. 6:30 pm on Zoom Present: Board members attending; Kim Sutton, Pamela Shaw, Barbara DeSerres and Roseanne Graef … Continued
February Meeting on Zoom
Wednesday, Feb 9, 2022 – 6:30PM
Our meeting this month will be informal, on Zoom. If you have a community update or announcement, please let me know!Email hello@wenamaine.org Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82200633087?pwd=K1JKNktpa0xsMGZWOHYyeG1JZncydz09 Meeting ID: 822 0063 3087Passcode: 462849 Update from the revived group, Stewards of Western Cemetery, collaborating … Continued
Neighborhood Meeting – Mercy Re-development Project
Many of you have received a postcard about the next neighborhood meeting concerning redevelopment of the large Mercy parking lot. The meeting is tomorrow, January 27th at 5:30 PM via Zoom. If you’d like to join, send an email to office@acorn-engineering.com and … Continued
January 2022 Meeting Minutes
WENA meeting minutes January 12, 2022 6:30 on Zoom Board members present:Kim Sutton, Pamela Shaw, Bryan VanDussen, Barbara DeSerres, Liz Parsons, Roseanne Graef, Gwynne Williams. Also present: Barbara Wood, Espablad Dodd, … Continued
January Community Activities
Monday – January 3 – Book Nook Maine Book Club – We Took to the Woods – 6:30-8 p.m. Monday – January 10 – Aficionados’ Film Night – Witness for the Prosecution – Doors open at 6:30 p.m., film begins … Continued
December Community Activities
Monday – December 6 – Book Nook Maine Book Club – The Lobster Coast – 6:30-8 p.m. Ongoing – Book Nook – wide variety of books for adults to borrow on honor system. 7-9 a.m. M-F Ongoing – A.M. Exercise – … Continued
SpeeDebating at the Reiche Community Room
November 29 will be our first session of SpeeDebating at the Reiche Community Room. We hope you’ll give it a try! We need to have at least 8 participants to make it work well. For those of you who are unfamiliar … Continued
Annual District 2 Meeting 2021
District meetings are an opportunity for residents to discuss neighborhood issues with the Mayor, City Councilors, the City Manager, and City staff. District 2Hosted by Councilor-Elect Victoria PelletierWednesday, December 15, 2021 @6:30 PMClick here to join. Passcode: 159911
Family Movie Night – Monday, 11/22/21 – Chicken Run
Unlike anything ever seen before on the big screen, the claymation movie Chicken Run is the highest grossing box-office stop-action animation film of all time. Characters you’ll never forget; fowl determination and ingenuity that will astound and amaze you; do not miss … Continued
Memento Mori – Death Education Series
Reiche Community Center – 3rd Mondays Leona Oceania Die Well Death Education The Latin phrase, “Memento Mori” translated in English means “Remember you must die.” We are all going to die, whether we think or talk about it – or … Continued
WENA meeting – Nov 10th, 2021
WENA Meeting Nov 10th 6:30 – 8:00pm in person & zoom! WENA Meeting:November 10th, 6:30-8:00pm at the Reiche Community Center Room ANDZoom link below Agenda Please join us this month for: Community Policing Report Neighborhood & Member Announcements Update on Reiche … Continued
Aficionados’ Film Night at Reiche Community Room – November 8
On the 2nd Mondays of each month, the West End Neighborhood Association will have a free film showing at the Reiche Community Room – upstairs at the Reiche Community Center. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the film will … Continued
Portland Conservatory of Music
Free Noonday Concert Series! What: Free Noonday Concert Series When: 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month from 12:15-12:45pm Where: Portland Conservatory of Music, 28 Neal Street, Portland ME 04102 (Starting in 2022 concerts will alternate between PCM and … Continued
Rec Dept Job Openings
JOIN THE PORTLAND PARKS + RECREATION TEAM! They have increased the starting pay and want you to join them!! Seeking Recreation Programmers in our Before and After the Bell Programs and Community Centers. Take this opportunity to learn more and … Continued
Volunteers Needed to Build Window Inserts
Event: Window Dressers Community Workshop Dates: November 8-12, 2021 Venue: Maine Irish Heritage Center, Gray Street Commitment: 4 hour shifts, either morning or afternoon Skills Needed: None – you’ll be trained to assemble the inserts Perks: Lunch & Snacks Provided Reasons … Continued
Candidates’ Forum ZOOM Recording from October 14th, 2021
City Council At-Large + District 2Candidates ForumHosted By WENA and WPNA The West End and Western Promenade Neighborhood Associations invite you to review a public Zoom forum for City Council At-Large + District 2. Who: District 2: Jon Hinck District … Continued
Oct 13 WENA Meeting Minutes
WENA monthly meeting. Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2021. 6:30pm on ZoomBoard members present: Kim Sutton, Pamela Shaw, Barbara DeSerres, Liz Parsons, Ian Jacob and … Continued
PCAT – Portland Climate Action Team
PCAT What is One Climate Future? Portland and South Portland are imagining a future powered by clean, renewable energy that creates opportunities for us to continuously innovate and work in partnership with natural systems. In such a scenario clean air, … Continued
WENA meeting tonight – October 13th, 2021
WENA Meeting:October 13th, 6:30-8:00pmZoom link below Agenda Please join us this month for: Community Policing Report Neighborhood & Member Announcements Update: Mercy Hospital transition from State Street Update: MMC Grant/Reiche Community Room activities Featured Topic: Portland Climate Action Presentation How does … Continued
Eastern Waterfront Open Space public meeting
June 15th remote public meeting to discuss a vision for Eastern Waterfront open spaces. The meeting is on June 15th at 6pm, and the zoom link is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83978267408?pwd=cXFxT2dXZC9zRHlHdVFac-m5RSmRJQT09
WENA meeting tonight – June 9th, 2021
Urgent Alert. Another Random assault of young woman at 240 block of Brackett street. Woman was struck from behind by a white male, grey hoody, medium build. He ran down Carlton towards Brackett Street. Police on scene with K-9 Tonight … Continued
ReCode II – How complete is our neighborhood?
Dynamic Portland: Completing Portland’s Neighborhoods The complete neighborhoods map includes the walkable areas of all amenities What resources or amenities would you need in your neighborhood to make it ‘complete’?
Rape Aggression Defense Women’s Self Defense Class
Upcoming classes – space is limited! Amy St Laurent Foundation in partnership with the Portland Police Department September https://www.eventbrite.com/o/amy-st-laurent-foundation-in-partnership-with-the-portland-police-department-17598065145 November https://www.eventbrite.com/o/amy-st-laurent-foundation-in-partnership-with-the-portland-police-department-17598065145 Since 2002 The Amy St. Laurent Foundation has been working to teach women how to be safe … Continued
Reminder! Vote Today
Vote Today! City of Portland Maine election Tuesday, June 8 is Election Day! TODAY is Election Day! All 11 polling locations are open until 8:00 PM. Same day voter registration is allowed. If you requested an absentee ballot, … Continued
WENA June 9th meeting
Join us for WENA’s June meeting – IN PERSON!! Wednesday, June 9th, 2021 6:30 – 7:30 PMReiche School Playground – under the tent Hello WENA members and friends, Please join us for the June meeting outdoors at Reiche School Playground. We were sequestered … Continued
Maine Medical Center Community Caring Grant
Maine Medical Center has announced another round of Community Caring Grant funding to enhance the quality of life in surrounding neighborhoods. A copy of the grant proposal form is attached below. We’ll discuss application process details at our meeting on … Continued
May 12th meeting minutes
May 12, 2021 See below for the May Meeting Notes WENA Monthly Meeting, May 12, 2021, 6:00 p.m. on ZoomPresent: Kim Sutton, Brian VanDussen, Barbara DeSerres, Liz Parsons, Pamela ShawSecretary’s Report: Barbara DeSerres – Minutes from the April meeting … Continued
Missed the Forum for At-Large Charter Candidates? Watch Here
May 18th, 2021 – 7:00PM Text from Forum chat
Tonight – PUBLIC FORUM FOR AT-LARGE CHARTER COMMISSION CANDIDATES
Tonight, May 18th, 2021 – 7:00PM Good Evening District 2, I hope this e-mail finds you well. The Zoom information for our PUBLIC FORUM FOR AT-LARGE CHARTER COMMISSION CANDIDATES Meeting is below.At-large candidates Catherine Buxton, Marpheen Chann, Lawson T. Condrey, Anthony Emerson, … Continued
Join us! Work Day in Harbor View Park
Saturday May 15th, 10:00am – 3:00PM WELCOME TO NEW AND EXPERIENCED GARDENERS ALIKE! WE WILL BE MULCHING, WEEDING, PRUNING, GRAFTING, PUTTING UP BIRDHOUSES AND GENERALLY SPRUCING THINGS UP FOR SUMMER. COME GROW THE PARK! Bring gloves, trowels, shovels and wheelbarrows … Continued
Portland Charter Commission Panel Discussion: A look back at lessons learned
Tuesday, May 25 – 6:00pm – 7:00pm Here is a link with more information: https://www.portlandlibrary.com/events/portland-charter-commission-panel-discussion-a-look-back-at-lessons-learned On May 25th at 6pm the Portland Public Library, in partnership with the League of Women Voters of the Portland Area, will be sponsoring … Continued
Ada’s Portland – Book Signing
Coming to you from Ada’s Portland, located at 642 Congress Street. https://www.adaspasta.com We would like to pass along some information about a book signing, meet & greet, and recipe preview to Modern Country Cooking by Annemarie Ahearn. Who: Annemarie Ahearn … Continued
Join us for WENA’s May ZOOM meeting
Wednesday, April 12, 2021 6:00 – 7:00 PMVia Zoom – link below Hello WENA members and friends, Please join us for the May meeting We plan to share updates about happenings in the neighborhood, the status of the Reiche Community Center … Continued
VOTE June 8th
Absentee Voting Information For June 8 Special Municipal Election NEW: Absentee ballots will be available Tuesday, May 11, 2021. Those who have already requested one will receive it in the mail soon. The last day to request an absentee ballot … Continued
PORTLAND PARKS & RECREATION Seasonal Job opening
PORTLAND PARKS & RECREATION Seasonal Jobs Available Seasonal Park RangersParks, Recreation & Facilities Department-*Revised* – 4 full-time seasonal positions with tentative start dates of Mid-April – Park rangers provide park visitors with general and interpretive information on Portland city parks … Continued
Construction work update – Gilman St
I wanted to give you an update on our gas work schedule on Gilman St. We were shut down from doing night work by the city last week. We have rearranged our schedule and coordinated with the MMC Garage … Continued
Free Public Zoom Forum for Charter Commission At-Large Candidates
Portland, Maine – Bayside Neighborhood Association (BNA), Munjoy Hill Neighborhood Organization (MHNO), University Neighborhood Organization (UNO), West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) and the Western Promenade Neighborhood Association (WPNA) are co-hosting an At–Large Charter Commission Candidates Forum to be held Tuesday, May … Continued
April 14th meeting minutes
WENA Monthly MeetingApril 14, 2021, 6:00pm. Zoom Present: Kim Sutton, Barbara DeSerres, Liz Persons, Pamela Shaw, Gwynne Williams Secretary’s Report: Please review March Meeting minutes on wenamaine.org Treasurer’s Report: No change Available Funds by Source Norway … Continued
Casco Bay Coastal Academy
Casco Bay Coastal Academy:It All Begins With Habitat Photo Credit: Tom Bell, Greater Portland Council of Governments FREE! Register through this link WHO: Conservation commissioners, planning board members, other municipal board members, municipal staff, community volunteers, and others interested in … Continued
Access WENA’s Dist. 2 Charter Candidate ZOOM Meeting
Meet the District 2 City Charter Commission Candidates, June 8th 2021 election Em Burnett & Robert O’Brien The 12-member City Charter commission will be empowered to propose changes to the structure of city government, subject to approval by voters. The … Continued
Join us for WENA’s April ZOOM meeting
Wednesday, April 14, 2021 6:00 – 7:30 PMVia Zoom – link below Hello WENA members and friends, Please join us for the April meeting We plan to share updates about happenings in the neighborhood, our neighborhood Spring Clean Up and meet … Continued
VACCINE Timeline Update
On Thursday, Governor Mills announced that Maine is once again accelerating our COVID-19 vaccine eligibility schedule. Beginning Wednesday, April 7, eligibility for the vaccine is expanding to all Mainers age 16 and older. Additionally, the state will be … Continued
Spring Clean up!
Saturday April 24, 2021 Donate an hour of your timeand a City of Portland trash bagHelp get the neighborhood ready for Spring! ****If you need a bag or gloves we’ll give them to you, plus a tasty treat – Come to the Clark St. entrance … Continued
Board meeting minutes
WENA Board MeetingMarch 24, 2021, 6:00pm. Zoom Present: Kim Sutton, Barbara DeSerres, Bryan VanDussen, Ian Jacob, Liz Persons, Pamela Shaw, Leana Good-Simpson, Gwynne Williams, Christian Bisimwa Secretary’s Report: No previous minutes were presented. Treasurer’s Report: The $35 reimbursement to … Continued
Small shelter survey
Small Shelter Zoning This survey is open for feedback through Friday, April 16th. Your input is of great value to this evaluation of shelter policies. We hope you’ll share it with your neighbors and beyond. Your feedback will be instrumental to informing … Continued
WENA’s Bus Route Survey
Proposed Route: Current Routes: Please take our survey here: https://airtable.com/shrvtN0zNWu6Nxtk4 Resources re: METRO #1/#8 route reboot: What you can do PROPOSED SERVICE CHANGES FOR PORTLAND PENINSULA Also referred to as: The Peninsula Loop Reboot https://gpmetro.org/DocumentCenter/View/700/REV—Proposed-Route-Changes- REV-11242020?bidId= Pages 1-4 … Continued
Meeting Minutes – March 10th, 2021
Zoom Meeting Officers present: Liz Parsons, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams, Pamela Shaw, Leana Good-SimpsonOfficers absent: Christian Bisimwa, Ian Jacob, Bryan Van Dussen, Barb DeSerres Attendance: Espahbad Dodd, Peter Hall, Steve Scharf, Robert O’Brien, Roseanne Graef & Sarah Colton (Community Services … Continued
Join us for WENA’s March ZOOM meeting
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 6:00 – 7:00 PMVia Zoom – link below Hello WENA members and friends, We plan to share updates about happenings in the neighborhood, such as ReCode Portland, Charter Commission, and more. And then we want to hear from … Continued
Portland Community Agriculture Survey
The Cumberland County Soil and Water Conservation District is partnering with the City of Portland to develop a Community Agriculture Plan. They are looking for input from the Portland Community on what Community Agriculture elements they would like to see … Continued
Complete the Metro Peninsula Circulator Bus Survey
You have until February 26, 2021 to provide feedback on the proposed new circulator route for the Portland Peninsula. You can find the survey and more information here.
Meeting to discuss small neighborhood homeless shelter licensing
Health & Human Services and Public Safety Committee Tuesday, February 9, 2021, 5:30 PM – ZOOM The meeting can be watched online via livestream: www.portlandmaine.gov/livestream Keep up to date with the new shelter design and planning process at the City’s … Continued
City Council At-Large Candidates Forum Hosted By WENA and WPNA
The West End and Western Promenade Neighborhood Associations invite you to a public Zoom forum for City Council At-Large. Who: Councilor Justin Costa April Fournier Ronald Gan Laura Kelly When: Tuesday, October 20, 2020 – 7:00 to 8:30 PM Where: … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Sep. 9, 2020
Join us for WENA’s first ZOOM meeting! Wednesday, September 9, 2020 6:30 – 8:00 PMVia Zoom – Link Below WENA IS BACK VIA ZOOM! Hello WENA members and friends, I hope everyone had an enjoyable summer during these unique times. … Continued
Access WENA’s Reoccurring ZOOM Meetings
Due to COVID-19 and for the foreseeable future, WENA meetings will be held online via ZOOM, a video conferencing platform. To join the reoccurring meetings, please follow this link: https://zoom.us/j/98478932446?pwd=TDNYUVliRnpRRWViaGhnRXVxNVJnQT09 Meeting ID: 984 7893 2446Passcode: 179109One tap mobile: +16465588656,,98478932446#,,,,,,0#,,179109# US … Continued
Meeting Minutes – March 11th, 2020
Reiche Community Center Officers present: Liz Parsons, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams, Ian Jacob, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen, Leana Good-Simpson, Barb DeSerresOfficers absent: Christian Bisimwa The meeting was called to order at 6:35 PM & self-introductions followed. Secretary’s report: Minutes … Continued
1st Thursday Work Days in Harbor View Park
COME OUTSIDE! Starting June 4, 4:00 – 6:00PM the first Thursday of every month. We’ll be pruning, digging, weeding, and mulching – six feet apart!Wear a mask, gloves, and solid shoes.Bring a shovel, a trowel, or pruning shears if you … Continued
Support Streets for People
via our neighboring organizations: In one week, over 500 people have agreed that we need to find creative ways to make public spaces safer for residents and more responsive to the needs of the business community, and over 200 people … Continued
May & June Meetings CANCELLED
Here is the WENA Meeting Schedule for the next few months: May 13: CancelledJune 10: CancelledJuly: No MeetingAugust 12: WENA Community Picnic TBD Stay well and take care!
Meeting Agenda – Mar. 11, 2020
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street Entrance Agenda Please join us this month for: Community Policing Report Neighborhood & Member Announcements Featured Topic: 2020 Portland Revaluation Project – Revalue Portland! Christopher Huff, City Tax Assessor, will … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Feb. 12th, 2020
Reiche Community Center Officers present: Liz Parsons, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams, Ian Jacob, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen, Christian Bisimwa, Leana Good-SimpsonOfficers absent: Barb DeSerres The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM & self-introductions followed. “All I want … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Feb. 12, 2020
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street Entrance Agenda Please join us this month for: Community Policing Report Neighborhood & Member Announcements Featured Topic: ReCode Portland Presentation Christine Grimando, Portland Director of Planning & Urban Development, along … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Dec. 11th, 2019
Reiche Community Center Officers present: Liz Parsons, Pamela ShawOfficers absent: Barb DeSerres, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams, Ian Jacob, Bryan Van Dussen, Christian Bisimwa, Leana Good-Simpson The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM & self-introductions followed. Secretary’s report: No … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Dec. 11, 2019
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance AGENDA WENA Board Reports Community Announcements Reiche School Remodel Update with Emily Figdor, Portland School Board, District 2. Community Policing Report Public Announcements Chris Branch, Director of Public Works … Continued
DISTRICT 2 and WENA Elections – NOV. 13, 2019
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche School2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance Mayor Strimling, Councilor Spencer Thibodeau, City Manager Jon Jennings, and City staff will be available to discuss neighborhood issues and answer questions from the public. These meetings are your chance to meet … Continued
Meeting Minutes – October 9th, 2019
Reiche Community Center Officers present: Liz Parsons, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams, Ian Jacob, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen, Barb DeSerresOfficers absent: Christian BisimwaOthers present: Christine McHale, Pat Shutts, Andrew Butcher, Cheryl Anderson, Scott Tilson, Kent Redford, Steve Graef, Dick Stevens, … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Oct. 9, 2019
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance AGENDA Community announcements Halloween Parade, Wynne Wirth Update on air quality assessment, Andrew Butcher Topic: Urban Wildlife Kent Redford, conservation scientist WENA/WPNA CANDIDATE FORUM: … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Sept 11th, 2019
Reiche Community Center Officers present: Liz Parsons, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams, Leana Goode Simpson, Barb DeSerres, Ian JacobOfficers absent: Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van DussenOthers present: 25 attendees (sorry, no sign up sheet was passed around!) The meeting was called to … Continued
One Climate Future Survey Results
Through the first One Climate Future survey, over 675 respondents shared their concerns, priorities, and ideas when it comes to climate change and taking climate action. And the survey says…people in Portland and South Portland are taking climate change seriously! 79% of … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Sep. 11, 2019
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance Agenda Ensuring continuing community space at Reiche One Climate Future updates Updates on action on VOC emissions from tank farms in South Portland Meeting affordable housing challenges in Portland Status … Continued
Meeting Minutes – June 12th, 2019
Reiche Community Center Officers present: Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams, Bryan Van Dussen, Leana Goode Simpson, Barb DeSerresOfficers absent: Ian JacobOthers present: Espahbad Dodd, Landis Gabel, Peter Hall, Holly Hoffman, Christine McHale, Martha Parshley, Eleanor Prior, Amit … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Jun. 12, 2019
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance Agenda Community announcements Update on City Council meeting on homeless shelter sites Update on efforts to assess air quality in Portland and South Portland WENA Picnic August 14 One Climate Future … Continued
Meeting Minutes – May 8, 2019
Reiche Community Center Officers present: Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Kim SuttonOfficers absent: Barb DeSerres, Leana Goode Simpson, Ian Jacob, Bryan Van Dussen, Gwynne WilliamsOthers present: Arlen Acize, Sarah Colton, Espahbad Dodd, Dominique Gabel, Landis Gabel, Peter Hall, Holly Hoffman, Christine … Continued
Meeting Agenda – May 8, 2019
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance Agenda Community announcements City Council vote on homeless shelter sites May 20 WENA community picnic August 14 Community assistance to New Mainers and others in the West End: St. Lukes Church … Continued
Harbor View Park Project – SPRING WORK DAY
COME GROW THE PARK! SATURDAY, APRIL 2710 AM to 4 PM We’ll be: PLANTING peach trees, cherry trees, beach plums and service berry CREATING A MEADOW MAKING AN HERB GARDEN GRAFTING pear trees Come to the corner of York and … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Apr. 10, 2019
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance Agenda Community announcements Damon Yakovleff: Proposal for soil testing for lead in home gardens in Portland WENA in the parks: Clark St. Community Garden Clark St. Park Harbor View Park … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Apr. 10, 2019
WENA Meeting Minutes, Wednesday, 4-10-19, Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Kim Sutton, Bryan Van Dussen, Gwynne Williams Board Members Absent: Christian Bisimwa, Barb DeSerres Others present: Elissa Armstrong, Sarah Colton, Espahbad … Continued
WENA Neighborhood Cleanup
Saturday April 13, 2019 Donate an hour of your time and a City of Portland trash bag.Help get the neighborhood ready for Spring! **** If you need a bag or gloves we’ll give them to you, plus a tasty treat … Continued
Special WENA Meeting on Homeless Shelter
Wednesday April 3 at 6:30Reiche School Auditorium166 Brackett S Currently there are 3 sites under consideration for the 150 bed shelter being planned for Portland One is at 441 Commercial St, between Park St. and Harbor View Park, at the site known as … Continued
Open House: The Children’s Nursery School
You’re invited to The Children’s Nursery School’s Open House on Friday, April 5th from 10AM to 12PM at 159 State Street (The State Street Church), Portland, ME. Please visit their website for more information. See their flyer below:
Portland Public School’s Budget Priorities: Investing in the Portland Promise
During our WENA’s March 2019 meeting, Emily Figdor, District 2’s current School Board representative, presented Portland Public School’s Budget Priorities. Please find the full presentation here: If you would like to download and/or print a copy, please do so here. … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Mar. 13, 2019
WENA Meeting Minutes, Wednesday, 3-13-19, Reiche Community Room Board members present (7): Barb DeSerres, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons,Pamela Shaw, Kim Sutton, Bryan Van DussenBoard members absent (3): Christian Bisimwa, Leana Good-Simpson, Gwynne WilliamsOthers present (12): Sarah Colton, Emily … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Feb. 13, 2019
WENA Meeting Minutes, Wednesday, 2-13-19, Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams Board members absent: Barb DeSerres, Christian Bisimwa Others present: Elissa Armstrong, Espahbad … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Mar. 13, 2019
6:30 – 8:00 PMReiche Community Center2nd Floor via Clark Street entrance Agenda Community policing discussion Community announcements Volunteer opportunities through Opportunity Alliance Update on Andrews Square Project School Budget Emily Figdor, District 2 School Board Representative Catherine Morrill Day Nursery Lori … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Jan. 9, 2019
WENA Meeting Minutes, Wednesday, 1-9-19, Reiche Community Room CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER
Meeting Agenda – Feb. 13, 2019
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion Open forum rescheduled from 1/9 Raise a question Suggest topics for our monthly meetings Share an idea or concern relevant to West End life Community announcements
Meeting Minutes – Dec. 12, 2018
West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Minutes Wednesday, 12-12-18 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Christian Bisimwa, Leana Good-Simpson, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen. Board members absent: Barb DeSerres, Kim Sutton, Gwynne Williams Others … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Jan. 9, 2019
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion Open forum for the new year Raise a question Suggest topics for our monthly meetings Share an idea or concern relevant to West End … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Dec. 12, 2018
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Welcoming winter wildlife with Doug Hitchcox of Maine Audubon Announcements
Meeting Minutes – Nov. 14, 2018
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 14 November 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Barb DeSerres, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen, Board members absent: Gwynne … Continued
WENA Carolers Annual Neighborhood Song Fest – Sun. Dec. 23 @ 4:45PM
The West End Neighborhood Carolers will be out this year on Sunday, December 23, wandering through the streets spreading good cheer. We hope you’ll join us by meeting at the Clark Street side of the Reiche Community Center around 4:45-4:50 … Continued
Grand Bazaar & Silent Auction – Sat. Dec. 8 10AM-2PM
Join us at the Children’s Nursery School for their 43rd Annual Grand Bazaar and Silent Auction! Here’s their poster:
Meeting Agenda – Nov. 14, 2018
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Neighbors: November is annual meeting month for WENA. We’ll have a brief business meeting to include election of some new board members, after which we’ll enjoy a … Continued
West End Neighborhood Association Year in Review – 2018
Major topics covered at monthly meetings* Open forum soliciting community members’ ideas for meeting topics of interest Sustainability issues/LED light installation with Spencer Thibodeau and Troy Moon West End Parks and Gardens Dept. of Public Works matters: recycling/trash; sidewalks/shoveling Public … Continued
State Street Stroll: Visit Our Holiday Bazaar
SATURDAY – NOVEMBER 10. 9 – 3 pm Benefiting the Resident Escrow Fund —featuring— +RESIDENT ART SHOW & SALE+ Plus: RAFFLES & 50/50 HOLIDAY CRAFT DECOR CENTERPIECES-WREATHS ORNAMENTS-KNIT GOODS SWEET FOOD-BOOKS-PLANTS WHITE ELEPHANT SALE JEWELRY MORE! Located at 75 State … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Oct. 10, 2018
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 10 October 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen, Board members absent: Barb DeSerres, Leana Good-Simpson, Gwynne Williams Others … Continued
Fall Work Day at Harbor View Park – Oct. 13 @ 10AM-4PM
On Saturday, October 13, 2018, come join Friends of Harbor View Park and the West End Neighborhood Association for the Fall Work Day at Harbor View Park. Stop by anytime from 10:00AM to 4:00PM. After a great summer of cherries, … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Oct. 10, 2018
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion All things Department of Public Works-related Christopher Branch, Director Note: Mr. Branch was scheduled to meet with us in May but an unexpected City-related responsibility … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Sep. 12, 2018
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 12 September 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons Others present: David Argitis, Elissa Armstrong, Joey Brunelle, Chaning Capuchino, Sarah Colton, Joel … Continued
Meeting Minutes – June 13, 2018
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 13 June2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Barbara DeSerres, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Board members absent: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Bryan Van Dussen, Gwynne Williams … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Sep. 12 2018
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion City of Portland’s recommendation for a new Homeless Services Center Michael Sauschuck, Assistant City Manager Rob Parritt, Director of Oxford Street Shelter Community announcements … Continued
Volunteers Needed to Build Window Inserts
Event: Portland Climate Action Team / WENA 2018 Community Workshop Dates: September 19-26, 2018 Venue: Maine Irish Heritage Center, Gray Street Commitment: 4 hour shifts, either morning or afternoon Skills Needed: None – you’ll be trained to assemble the inserts … Continued
WENA Annual Picnic
Join your neighbors on Wednesday, August 8th, 2018 at 5:30PM in Harbor View Park for WENA’s annual Picnic in the Park! Please bring a favorite dish to share with the group. WENA will provide plates, cups, napkins, and cutlery. If … Continued
75 State Street’s Summer Festival
July 2-7 – All Week Long 75 State Street Portland July 6, 5-8pm – First Friday Art Walk July 7, 9-12noon – Art Show & Sale Daily Events – Special Lectures Exciting $1 Raffles – 50/50s See all details on … Continued
Park and Play 2018
Join Portland Parks and Recreation “Play Specialists” as they visit a park near you! They’ll have fun stuff with which to play and they’ll also have fun stuff to do. It’s free and open to the public – just stop … Continued
FREE OPEN SWIM FOR KIDS ALL SUMMER!!!
Kids under 18 years old swim FREE at Reiche Pool! June 25th – August 11 th Monday, Wednesday and Fridays 1:00-3:00 Tuesday and Thursday 1:30-3:30 anyone less than 4 feet tall and/or under 7 years must be accompanied in the … Continued
FREE LUNCH FOR KIDS!
FREE FOR KIDS 0-18 years old at Reiche School MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 12:00-1:00 Starts Monday, June 25th Ends Friday, August 17th For more information, call Sarah 780-0495 ***Free Swim also starts on June 25th at Reiche Pool***
Meeting Agenda – Jun. 13 2018
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion Public transportation developments Representatives from METRO/Greater Portland Transit District Community announcements Little Seafolk Festival at Maine Irish Heritage Center Art history lecture at 75 … Continued
The Story of Artist Giuseppe Guidicini: From Italian Opera to Victoria Mansion
Lecture: June 13th, 6:15-7:15pm Arlene Palmer Schwind, Curator of Victoria Mansion, will present an illustrated talk about her fascinating research on Guidicini, the artist who was responsible for the astonishing wall and ceiling paintings of Victoria Mansion. From his training … Continued
Meeting Minutes – May 9, 2018
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 9 May 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Barbara DeSerres, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen, Gwynne Williams Board members … Continued
Little Sea Folk Festival
The first annual Little Sea Folk Festival is happening in Portland’s beautiful West End on June 30 at the Maine Irish Heritage Center and your whole family is cordially invited! Festival go-ers will be able to experience workshops, performances, dance … Continued
Window Dressers Community Workshop – Save Money, Have Fun & More!
The Portland Climate Action Team and the West End Neighborhood Association are once again sponsoring a Window Dressers Community Workshop this fall to build affordable, efficient window inserts. Window Dressers is a volunteer-driven non-profit organization dedicated to helping Maine residents … Continued
Meeting Agenda – May 9 2018
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion Sidewalks/shovelling; trash/recycling; and lighting Christopher Branch, Director, Department of Public Works and staff Community announcements Friends of Western Promenade and more…
Harbor View Park Spring Planting 2018 – Apr. 29 10AM-4PM
Join your neighbors at the Edible Hillside at Harbor View Park for the Spring Planting event at April 29th from 10AM to 4PM. More details to come, but in the meantime, check out this article in the West End News.
Meeting Minutes – Apr. 11, 2018
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 11 April, 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Barbara DeSerres, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Steve Mortimer, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dussen Board members absent: Liz Parsons, Gwynne … Continued
Irish Heritage Lecture – Apr. 19 @ 6PM
An Irish Heritage Center Presentation at Seventy Five State Street “THE IRISH CATHEDRAL” 6:00 – 7:00 PM Thursday, April 19, 2018 Gray Street Entrance 75 State St, Portland, ME Learn more about SFSS’s closest neighbor, the Irish Cathedral. The speaker … Continued
Spring Neighborhood Cleanup Day
This year we’re trying a different approach to our annual spring clean-up: it’s more flexible and focused on the places we frequent every day. When: Saturday, 21 April Where: Throughout the West End How: Gather a few neighbors and choose … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Apr. 11 2018
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion West End public parks and gardens Updates on a variety of projects with Jeff Tarling, city arborist, and others Community announcements
Spring Festival @ 75 State Street
Seventy Five State Street presents the annual Spring Festival. Friday, April 6, 5-8pm First Friday Art Walk Art Show & Sale Resident Art Exhibits Resident Reception- meet the artists! Entertainment Refreshments Exciting Raffles & 50-50s Saturday, April 7, 9am-3pm Spring … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Mar. 14 2018
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community Policing Discussion Remembering Nina Sachs Contributions to Maine Medical Center for a collective gift from WENA in Nina’s honor will be accepted Early Education Support for … Continued
West End Neighborhood Association Year in Review – 2017
Major topics covered at monthly meetings* In-depth conversation with City Councilor, Spencer Thibodeau Portland’s comprehensive planning process In-depth conversation with Cumberland County DA, Jennifer Ackermann City and School Department financial processes Parks, gardens, and open spaces Resources for renters Reiche … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Feb. 14, 2018
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, February 14, 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Pamela Shaw Board members absent: Barb DeSerres, Nina, Sachs, Bryan Van Dussen Others … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Feb. 14 2018
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community Policing discussion Sustainability and Transportation Priorities for 2018(Councilor Spencer Thibodeau) LED lighting conversion (Troy Moon) Announcements Next meetings: 14 March – Early childhood education supports 11 … Continued
Gentle Kripalu Yoga
Take time to breathe, stretch, and strengthen your body in this gentle Kripalu Yoga Class. Defined as the yoga of compassionate self-awareness, Kripalu yoga gives us a chance to tune info our body’s needs, and moves in ways that honor … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Jan. 10, 2018
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, January 10, 2018 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Liz Parsons, Nina Sachs, Pamela Shaw, Bryan Van Dusen, Gwynne Williams Board members absent: Barb DeSerres, Ian … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Jan. 10 2018
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community policing discussion A new year’s open forum: Raise a question or two Suggest topics for our monthly meetings Share an idea or concern relevant to West … Continued
Reiche Food Drive
WENA and The Locker Project are co-sponsoring a food drive on behalf of Reiche school children. According to the School District’s Food Security Task Force, 1 out of 2 Portland school-aged children is food insecure. Please join us in helping … Continued
MMC will NOT make its visitor’s parking lot available for snow ban parking
For more information, checkout this PDF describing where Maine Medical Center will allow people to park during a parking ban during Winter 2017 / 2018:
Meeting Agenda – Dec. 13, 2017
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Neighbors: We are delighted that Councilor Spencer Thibodeau has recovered from appendicitis! His postponed District 2 meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, 13 December, 6:30 to 8:00 … Continued
Traffic Box Project Meeting POSTPONED
Due to conflicts of schedule, we are postponing the Traffic Box Project meeting tonight (11/29) until sometime after the new year. If you’re interested in this project, you can learn more here.
Traffic Box Meeting – Nov. 29 @ 6:30PM – Reiche
We will be elaborating, sharing, and thinking about our designs for the five traffic boxes that we’ll be repainting in the Spring of 2018. Clifford Tremblay will have a map sample to critique as a group. Remember, you do not … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Nov. 8, 2017
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, November 8, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: none Others present: Channing … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Nov. 8, 2017
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Minutes of our October meeting may be found here. A draft year-in-review statement may be found here. Please join or renew your membership in WENA ($5/individual or $10/household) by clicking here. … Continued
West End Traffic Box Project – Design and Paint
In May 2017, the West End Neighborhood Association applied for a grant from Portland Trails for a community-building project. The project we proposed for painting traffic boxes (trafos) in our neighborhood was awarded $1,000. We are very grateful for Portland … Continued
Candidates Forum – Oct. 25 @ 6-8PM
Reiche Community Center 2nd floor, Clark Street entrance Candidates for At-large City Council seat: Joey Brunelle Jill Duson (incumbent) Bree LaCasse Please submit questions for candidates only to hello@wenamaine.org. Click here to view a sample ballot with full wording of municipal referenda questions. Representatives for opposing … Continued
West End Halloween Parade
On Tuesday, 31 October the 35th Annual West End Halloween Parade will start gathering at 5:30pm at the Reiche School playground (166 Brackett St.). Paraders will begin assembling on Brackett at 6:05.Marching will begin at 6:15pm sharp and finish around 7pm. Click here for a map of the parade route. Please consider … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Oct. 11, 2017
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, October 11, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Cassie Graham, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: none Others … Continued
Help us paint West End traffic boxes!
Please join us next Wednesday, October 18th at 6:30PM in the Reiche Community Room for an neighborhood kick-off meeting to design and paint a handful of traffic boxes in the West End. We will cover the process going forward, the … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Oct. 11, 2017
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Please join and/or renew your annual membership by clicking here. We are also welcoming nominations for a few seats on our 2018 board of directors. FMI email hello@wenamaine.org. Minutes of … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Sep. 13, 2017
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, September 13, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Cassie Graham, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: none … Continued
City of Portland 2017 Fall Curbside Leaf Pickup:
Through the month of November 2017, the City of Portland will continue its fall curbside leaf bag collection program (November 1st – November 30th). IMPORTANT! – The leaves MUST be in large, paper biodegradable leaf bags that can be purchased … Continued
NEWS on Harbor View Park & the Edible Hillside
We are making steady progress thanks to the effort of many individuals and organizations – thank you all! In July we planted six American Chestnut seedlings just up from Commercial St. at the western end of the Park under the … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Jun. 14, 2017
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, June 14, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Morgan Beede, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Cassie Graham, Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: Liz Parsons, Ian … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Sep. 13, 2017
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance ***September is the time to renew WENA memberships. Dues are $5/individual; $10/family; $25/affiliate organization. Learn more and even pay online by clicking here.*** Community policing discussion Reiche Community … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Jun. 14, 2017
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 2nd floor via Clark Street entrance Community Policing updates and discussion Resources for renters Recycling news from EcoMaine Community announcements Minutes of our May meeting are here: www.wenamaine.org Next meetings: July – none; August – annual … Continued
Harbor View Planting Day!
A successful, satisfying and fun day thanks to our nineteen volunteers and perfect weather! WHERE? At the top of the park, a site to the right of the stairs, overgrown with grass, shrubs and Japanese knotweed (an invasive plant … Continued
Meeting Minutes – May 10, 2017
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, May 10, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Morgan Beede, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Cassie Graham, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw Board members absent: Clifford Tremblay Others present: Dave … Continued
Meeting Agenda – May 10, 2017
Harborview Park clean-up Saturday, 6 May, 9:00 to 11:00 AM Meet at the Park on the York Street side. Trash bags and gloves will be supplied. As time permits, we’ll patronize one of our local coffee shops afterwards. Please join … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Apr. 12, 2017
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, April 12, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Morgan Beede, Leana Good-Simpson, Rosanne Graef, Ian Jacob, Liz Parsons, Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: Cassie Graham … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Apr. 12, 2017
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 166 Brackett St. [accessible via elevator on Clark Street side entrance] Neighborhood Watch City fiscal year 2017-18 budget processes Guests: Brendan O’Connell and Alicia Gardiner Community announcements Maine Yoga Kids and Rosemont Nursery … Continued
Window Dressers – Volunteer Now!
KEEP THE HEAT INSIDE The West End Neighborhood Association (WENA), in partnership with the Portland Climate Action Team (PCAT), and our team of Portland volunteers will make 500 Window Dressers insulating window inserts for homes in Portland, and particularly the West … Continued
Roadwise Driver – Safe Driving for Mature Operators
Mature drivers can minimize their risks on the road through physical conditioning, travel planning, defensive driving and choosing a vehicle that meets their needs. This AAA Driver Education Program is a 4 hour class designed for drivers 55 and older … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Mar. 8, 2017
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, March 8, 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Morgan Beede, Leana Good-Simpson (vice-president), Rosanne Graef (treasurer), Cassie Graham, Ian Jacob, Elizabeth Parsons (president), Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw (secretary), Clifford Tremblay … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Mar. 8, 2017
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 166 Brackett St. **In the spirit of traditional Maine town meetings, we will have a soup and bread supper together. Please bring a pot of your favorite soup, a loaf of bread, or … Continued
City Urges Landlords to Apply for Lead Hazard Program Funds to Increase Child Safety in Apartments
The City of Portland is urging landlords to apply for lead hazard program funds to increase child safety in apartments.
Results of WECAN Aging in Place Survey
Below are the results from the West End Community Action Network – Aging in Place survey results. In addition, this article in the West End News summarized the results. Here is a PDF version to print and / or to share with … Continued
POSTPONED – Americold Neighborhood Meeting
Due to the weather, the scheduled meeting tonight at Reiche Community Room is postponed. Stay tuned for a rescheduled time.
Meeting Minutes – Feb. 8, 2017
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 8 February 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Morgan Beede, Leana Good-Simpson (vice-president), Rosanne Graef (treasurer), Cassie Graham, Ian Jacob, Elizabeth Parsons (president), Steven Scharf, Pamela Shaw (secretary), Clifford Tremblay … Continued
Portland Comprehensive Plan Draft
Checkout a draft version of Portland’s Comprehensive Plan before tomorrow’s meeting. Christine Grimando, Senior Planner, will be joining us to outline the document and answer any questions and/or concerns. See you there!
Americold Neighborhood Meeting – Feb. 13 @ 6:30PM
In the late afternoon of a sloppy, drizzly January 24th, the Portland Planning Board held a workshop in City Hall Council Chambers on the proposed zoning text amendments for the Waterfront Port Development Zone (WPDZ) along West Commercial Street. This … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Feb. 8, 2017
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 166 Brackett St. Neighborhood Watch Portland’s Comprehensive Planning Process – Here is a draft version. Christine Grimando, Senior Planner Community Announcements Next meetings: 8 March: Potluck soup & bread supper; Conversation about community … Continued
Maine Medical Center Expansion – Learn More
These links were sent from Basak Alkan, the Senior Urban Designer for the Maine Medical Expansion Project, and Penelope St. Louis, the lead liaison for the Maine Medical Center Expansion Team. They want these links to be shared with the … Continued
Things to Do at the Reiche Community Room!
Check our calendar to stay up to date on all of WENA’s happenings! Mon. – 1:15-3:15 p.m. – Crafternoon – You’re invited to bring your own project and come share conversation, inspiration and a hot cup of tea with your … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Jan. 11, 2017
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 11 January 2017 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Morgan Beede, Leana Good-Simpson (vice-president), Rosanne Graef (Treasurer), Cassie Graham, Elizabeth Parsons (president), Pamela Shaw (secretary), Board members absent: Ian Jacob, Clifford … Continued
District 2 Dispatch from our City Councilor
Happy 2017 District 2! I am wishing all of you the happiest New Year! 2016 brought a ton of changes to our City and I cannot wait to see what 2017 has in store for the District. 2017 Committees. In … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Jan. 11, 2017
6:30 – 8:00 PM Reiche Community Center 166 Brackett St. [N.B.Clark Street side entrance and new elevator are now open.] Neighborhood Watch Conversation with City Councillor Spencer Thibodeau about the year ahead Announcements
Meeting Minutes – Dec. 2016
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 14 December 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president)1 … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Dec. 2016
December 14, 6:30 – 8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors, Please join us this month for: Community Policing Report Board Member Announcements Member Announcements WENA By-Laws: Proposed Changes See important information below WENA Board Elections See important … Continued
West End Caroling
Caroling practice – Wed. 12/14 at 5:00 in the Reiche Community Room Caroling in the West End takes place on Sun. 12/18 from 5-6 p.m. Meet at the Clark Street Entrance to Reiche at 4:45 to get your song book. … Continued
Free Creative Activities for Adults
Current adult activities offered at Reiche Community Room (166 Brackett Street – Upstairs): Crafternoon! (Mondays, 1:15 – 3:15 PM) – You’re invited to bring your own project and come share conversation, inspiration and a hot cup of tea with your West End … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Nov. 2016
November 9, 6:30 – 8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Community Policing Report Dana Fischer, Residential Program Manager at Efficiency Maine Presentation Board Member Announcements Maine Medical Center Expansion Update … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Nov. 2016
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 9 November 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Ian Jacob (president), Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Wells Lyons; Chip … Continued
SURVEY: West End Community Action Network – Aging in Place (WECANAIP)
Below you will see a link to a survey for people over 50 living in the greater West End, including Parkside, St. John Valley, West End and Western Prom. The survey was created by WECANAIP, a small group of volunteers … Continued
Candidates Forum – Oct. 26 @ 6:30PM
Please join us for an evening with Portland Council and State candidates. Candidates will give introductory statements and then we’ll have audience Q & A’s. The League of Women Voters will give a presentation of the ballot issues. Refreshments will be … Continued
Meeting Minutes – Oct. 2016
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 12 Oct 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Michel Michaud; Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw Board members absent: Wells Lyons; … Continued
Curbside Leaf Pickup! – Oct. 24 – Nov. 18
Leaves MUST be placed in large, paper biodegradable leaf bags that can be purchased at most hardware stores and some grocery stores. Simply place your bagged leaves out on the curb on your normal trash pickup day during the dates … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Oct. 2016
October 12, 6:30 – 8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Community Policing Report Board Member Announcements Swim for Life Update Harbor View Park Maine Medical Center Expansion Update Reiche Activities Member … Continued
Haunted City Hall – Mark Your Calendar & Volunteers Needed
Portland Recreation will be hosting Haunted City Hall on Saturday, October 29th starting at 6PM and they need volunteers! If you are interested in helping, please read this PDF and contact Rob Mattes.
Americold / Portland IMT Cold Storage Public Meeting – Oct. 13 @ 6PM
Please join WENA and WPNA at a joint meeting for the proposed cold storage facility development project at the International Marine Terminal on West Commercial Street. The meeting will include a presentation by Americold describing the project, an open forum for questions … Continued
Maine Nordmenn Viking Ship – Oct. 9
Members of the Maine Nordmenn lodge of the Sons of Norway have rehabilitated the non-seaworthy 19’ sailboat (originally built at the Sample shipyard in Boothbay) into a Viking Ship! This impressive craft will be visiting Congress Square Park on Leif Erikson Day, … Continued
Register for Reiche 5K
Join us on October 16 for a beautiful 5 kilometer run (jog or walk) through Portland’s scenic West End neighborhood at the peak of the fall season. The Reiche International 5K supports Maine’s most ethnically diverse school, Reiche Community School, … Continued
Dance Party for Everyone: Make America Dance Again – Sep. 28 @ 6-8PM
Come join Ed King, Rosanne Graef and all your friends from Congress Square Park for a look at 50 years of hits, misses and crazes – get out your blue suede shoes, high-heeled sneakers and let’s do a little dance!
Meeting Minutes – Sep. 2016
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 14 September 2016 Reiche Community Room Officers and Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Chip Martin, Michel Michaud (acting secretary), Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members … Continued
Meeting Agenda – Sep. 2016
WENA September 14 Meeting Agenda September 14, 6:30 – 8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Community Policing Report Board Member Announcements Member Reports and Announcements Ranked Choice Voting Presentation by … Continued
RAIN DATE: WENA Picnic in the Park Aug 17 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Due to rain last Wednesday (8/10/16), this event replaces the previously planned picnic. Please Join Us for Our Annual WENA Picnic in the Park! All are Welcome! Bring your favorite dish to share. We’ll provide plates, cups, napkins, and cutlery. Bring … Continued
WENA Picnic CANCELED – New Date Aug 17, 6:30 – 8:00PM
Due to the (much needed) rain and resulting wet ground, the WENA Picnic tonight is canceled. The picnic will occur on the rain date August 17, 6:30 – 8:00PM. A reminder will be sent out early next week.
WENA Picnic in the Park – Aug 10 6:30PM
Please Join Us for Our Annual WENA Picnic in the Park! All are Welcome! Bring your favorite dish to share. We’ll provide plates, cups, napkins, and cutlery. Bring a chair or blanket too! Clark St Park is located on the … Continued
Perennial Flower Border Work Party – Jul. 15 5PM
Cultivating Community and WENA invite you to help plant perennial flower border. Come lend a hand weeding, trimming and mulching the beautiful flower beds that surround your lovely garden plots. We will provide delicious food and drinks to enjoy while we talk about … Continued
Broadband Improvement Survey- West End
Tilson, a local technology company here in Portland, is administering a study to gauge Portland residents’ and business owners’ views of their current Internet service and what they would like to see improved. The study is aimed at providing information to … Continued
Love to garden?! We need your help!
Last year WENA was able to get a garden plot in the Clark Street Community Garden. We have it again this year! WENA will donate the harvest to the Locker Project which helps feed food in-secure kids in Maine. We can’t do … Continued
Reiche 5K – Save the Date – Oct 16
Join us for a beautiful 5 kilometer run (jog or walk) through Portland’s scenic West End neighborhood at the peak of the fall season. The Reiche International 5K supports Maine’s most ethnically diverse school, Reiche Community School, by funding enrichment … Continued
Public Comprehensive Plan Forum – Jun 30 @ 6PM
Members of the community are invited to hear recent survey results, ask questions, and share ideas for Portland’s future.
Public Comprehensive Plan Forum – Jun 29 @ 6PM
Members of the community are invited to hear recent survey results, ask questions, and share ideas for Portland’s future.
Fundraiser for St. John Valley NA – Jun 18
20% of all pre-tax sales will go to the Neighborhood Association. Let your server know you are there to support St. John Valley Neighborhood Association.
Summer Solstice Party – June 6 @ 5PM
Come celebrate the longest day of the year and the changing of the season. Monday, June 20th, anytime after 5:00pm at 44 Carleton St. Rain or shine. Pot luck, so bring some goodies to share.
Meeting Minutes – Jun. 2016
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 8 June 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw Board members absent: Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Wells Lyons; Michel Michaud; … Continued
Meeting Agenda – June 2016
WENA May Meeting Agenda June 8, 6:30–8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Community Policing Report Board Member Announcements Member Reports and Announcements Irish Heritage Center Presentation West End Living- Open Discussion … Continued
Neighborhood Plant Swap – June 8 @ 4PM
Gardeners: have you got too much bee balm and no bearded iris? Would-be gardeners: are you just beginning and don’t know thyme from chives? Join us for a plant swap on Wednesday, 8 June from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, upper … Continued
Aging in Place Meetings – Two Identical Meetings
Dear Fellow West Ender: You are invited to attend one of two identical meetings to be held on Monday, June 6, from 6:30-8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday, June 7, from 9:00-10:30 a.m. These will take place in the Community Room upstairs at the Reiche Community Center at 166 Brackett Street. The … Continued
Jane’s Walk Kick Off Meeting – May 19 6:30PM
Jane’s Walk is a movement of free, citizen-led walking tours inspired by Jane Jacobs. The walks get people to tell stories about their communities, explore their cities, and connect with neighbors. Additional info here: janeswalk.org
WENA Cigarette Buttlers Installed
Check out WENA’s new Sidewalk Buttler in Longfellow Square. We have another at the intersection of Pine and Brackett St. If you are interested in helping WENA put up more of these in our neighborhood, contact us!
Meeting Minutes – May 2016
Minutes of the West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) Meeting Wednesday, 11 May 2016 Reiche Community Room Board members present: Jennifer Defilipp (vice-president), Leana Good-Simpson (treasurer), Ian Jacob (president), Michel Michaud, Elizabeth Parsons (secretary), Pamela Shaw, Clifford Tremblay Board members absent: … Continued
WENA Spring Clean-Up – May 14 @ 9AM
When: Saturday, May 14, 9:00 – 11:00AM. Where: Harbor View Park on York Street. We’ll provide bags. Please bring your own gloves and friends!
Meeting Agenda – May 2016
WENA May Meeting Agenda May 11, 6:30–8:00PM, Community Room, Reiche School, 166 Brackett Street. Hello Neighbors! Please Join Us This Month For: Community Policing Report Board Member Announcements Jane’s Walks Meeting State and High St Update WENA Spring Clean-Up Member Reports … Continued
WENA first neighborhood association to purchase Sidewalk Buttlers
Pretty soon, you will see two new Sidewalk Buttlers in the West End. The locations are still to be determined, but we are excited to have a means for smokers to dispose of their cigarette butts other than on the sidewalks and … Continued
