NECC News: April 16, 2025

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Personal Training at NECC


Ready to feel stronger, move better, and gain confidence? Our certified personal trainers are here to support you—whether you're new to fitness, returning from injury, or looking to level up your routine.


Our trainers bring a wide range of specialties and experience working with people of all ages, abilities, and goals. They’ll build a custom plan that works for your body and needs.


Get started today! Click here to learn more about our personal training team.

Saturday Pool Parties are Here!


After much anticipated demand, we are now offering private Saturday pool parties this spring! This is the perfect way to celebrate birthdays, milestones, or just enjoy some fun in the water with friends and family! Your party includes one hour of exclusive swim time, followed by time in our Multi-Purpose Room for pizza, cake, and celebration.


Click here to learn more and reserve your Pool Party.

NECC BottleDrop Drive


We’re participating in BottleDrop’s

5th Annual Earth Week Give. From April 15th through April 26th, BottleDrop will match up to 20% of what we raise in celebration of Earth Week.


This is a great chance to support NECC—every bottle and can helps fund our programs and maintain our historic building!


How to Join:


  • Grab a blue bag from the lobby
  • Write your name and email on the clipboard
  • Return your filled bag to the Front Desk between April 15th–26th


Your recyclables help us keep NECC running strong—from supplies to maintaining our historic building. Let’s make every bottle count!


Note: that we are only accepting bags at the center from April 15th to 26th.

Apply to Join Our Committees

Help Build Community!


We are seeking volunteers interested in joining NECC’s Committees. If you are looking for a place to apply your skills or learn new ones while helping build community,

please consider volunteering for one of our three committees:

Community Relations, Governance, and Finance & Facilities.


Committee members play a key role in strengthening our programs, facilities, and outreach efforts by working closely with staff and board members at the operations level.


We can't wait to hear from you!

Vist our website to learn more and apply today.

Portland Housing Resource Fair


NE Village is hosting a Housing Resource Fair in just a few weeks. Get the rare opportunity to speak with local representatives from multiple housing organizations across the Portland metro that work with older adults:


  • Mult. County Aging & Disability Services
  • Homeshare Oregon
  • Friendly House/ Elder Pride Services
  • and more!


April 29th, 2-4 pm. Free, Wheelchair accessible.

Rose City Park United Methodist

Church, Youngson Hall

Pickleball Skills & Drills Workshops

The Volley Session


Ready, set, volley! You simply cannot win games without learning to volley the pickleball.


In this workshop, we will utilize the ball machine, and you will hit five different kinds of volleys with many repetitions. Pickleball workshops fill fast. Sign up today to secure your spot. Coaching is available as part of the session, as players desire, but advanced players are welcome to attend and get in some reps. This session is suitable for 2.5+ level players. 


The Volley Session April 18th from 11am-1pm.

Doubles Strategy Session

 

Okay! You know how to hit the ball over the net and keep score. What’s next?



Skills and Drills — The Strategy Session will focus on the all-important first 3 to 6 shots of the game. Learn where to hit those shots, and why to hit them there. This session can change the way you see the pickleball court and help you win more games. Start playing pickleball with a plan!


April 25th from 11am-1pm.

Youth Spring Art Classes


The next session of art classes are around the corner! Our 5 to 8-year-old class will explore the world of Pastels. Artists will have the opportunity to try chalk and oil pastels on original works of art.


The 9 to 12-year-old class theme is Weaving. Artists will make their own textile projects with many types of yarn and a loom. Classes are on Tuesday afternoons and run from April 22 to June 3. Sign up now!


Starts April 22. Sign up today!

Spring 2 Swim Lesson Registration


Spring 2 Swim Lesson Registration opens at noon on April 22nd for members and April 24th for everyone. Please ensure your swimmer's membership is active by this Friday, April 18th.


Visit our website to view our

Spring 2 Swim Lesson Schedule.


Not sure how to access member priority registration? Click here for instructions!

 
 
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