Neighborhood Notes

Urban Mama's Weekend Warriors post has a list of great events for kids in the central city this Saturday.

Wild in the City: Ross Island Blue Heron Colony Watch Walk the East Bank Esplanade with naturalist Mike Houck to view the great blue herons rebuilding their nest, going through courtship, and preparing to lay eggs. Registration is required for this 3.5 mile out and back walk (stroller accessible). 9:00 am-noon.

REI Summer Camp Fair Get your kids outside this summer! The Audubon Society, Community Cycling Center, TrackersNW and more will be on-hand at REI Portland showcasing their summer camps. Hourly hands-on activities in nature awareness and education. During the event, kids can also climb free on REI's climbing pinnacle. 10:00 am-3:00 pm.

Portland Saturday Market The weekend craft market kicks off its 2008 season with lots of live entertainment and kids activities, including making instruments out of recycled materials for the 11:00 am parade through the market. 10:00 am-5:00 pm.