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31
Aug.
2026
TRAINING-- DO NOT CLICK
Aug. 31, 2026 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
01
Sep.
2026
Tour de Rosaria - Red Tail
Sep. 01, 2026 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Early start this week.  First group goes at 3:00PM.  

12
Sep.
2026
Strategic Planning Retreat (Incoming Council)
Sep. 12, 2026 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

A day filled with Rosarian history, tradition and strategic planning for the 2026-27 Rosarian year!

13
Sep.
2026
Lviv Sister City Rose Planting and Ceremony
Sep. 13, 2026 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Sister City Lviv Rose Planting and Ceremony

September 13, 1:00, ceremony with refreshments afterwards

Honor Guard  - Please arrive by 12:40.  Meet at Rose Bed #35.

Our Rose Planting Team will be planting "Miss Manners" rose in Bed #35

 

14
Sep.
2026
Budget Committee Meeting
Sep. 14, 2026 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
19
Sep.
2026
PM Ball Rehearsal (Council Only)
Sep. 19, 2026 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
19
Sep.
2026
2027 PM Kik Nielsen's Ball & Council Installation
Sep. 19, 2026 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
20
Sep.
2026
PM Kik Nielsen’s Plaque Laying and Rose Planting
Sep. 20, 2026 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Prime Minister Kik Nielsen, First Squire Mike, and the Royal Rosarians cordially invite you to attend the

Prime Minister's Plaque Laying and Rose Planting Ceremony

at the Prime Minister's Walk in the International Rose Test Gardens

Sunday, September 20, 2026 - 11:00am

(Rosarians arrive by 10:30)

 

Your presence would be a wonderful honor as we celebrate this special occasion.

Rosarians will serve as an honor guard for Royal Regent Ron Fisher and the Rose Planting team as they perform the ceremony.

 

Whites, gloves, capes and hats

New members may wear green jacket & black pants

 

Photographs will be taken. Light refreshments will be served.

23
Sep.
2026
Foundation Meeting/Potluck
Sep. 23, 2026 6:00 p.m.

Contact Marilyn for further information.

25
Sep.
2026
Autumn Leaf Festival
Sep. 25, 2026 8:00 a.m. - Sep. 27, 2026 6:00 p.m.

Fall is an exciting time in our Bavarian Village.  The mountains and hillsides are bursting with color. Fresh fruit is being harvested and ready for market in the local fruit stands.

Make your plans now to attend a fun-filled Bavarian weekend and take advantage of our "Royal Bavarian" hospitality. See old friends and everyone meets new friends.

Register for the Bavarian Hospitality  - See Event Attachments - Must fill out and mail packages, no electronic sign ups.

Host Hotel: Icicle Village Resort - Group number 66698B or Royal Bavarian Block. Discounted rooms: Alpine Double Queen or Alpine King. Cost per room $264 + taxes

Nothing can be handed out to spectators during the parade. This includes sticky roses.

Rose planting Ceremony to be held Sat. 9/26 at 11am in front of City Hall. Meet in front of the Icicle Village Resort @ 10:30 am to walk to the Rose Planting Ceremony.

The two seats on the float now have passengers. No additional seats are available.

Things to do in Leavenworth: Reindeer Farm, Adventure Park

27
Sep.
2026
Airport Greeting: Honor Flight Mission #22
Sep. 27, 2026 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Airport Greeting: Honor Flight Mission #22

Sunday, September 27, 2026

Portland International Airport, 7000 NE Airport Way, Portland

 

Please join us in greeting Honor Flight Northwest Mission #22 upon their return from Washington DC

on Sunday, September 27, 2026.  

Honor Flight’s mission is to celebrate America’s veterans by inviting them to share in a day of honor at our nation’s memorials - they accomplish this free of charge for participating veterans.

We are especially proud to welcome home Sir Knight David Rich (Vietnam era veteran) on this flight and show him—and all participating veterans—the deep appreciation we hold for their service. 

 

Alaska Airlines flight #AS 0009

Expected arrival 8:30 pm

Whites, gloves, capes and hats 

New members may wear green jacket & black pants

 

Please register so we may alert you to any last minute changes to their travel

 
01
Oct.
2026
Kik's PM Trip
Oct. 01, 2026 - Oct. 13, 2026
08
Oct.
2026
Portland Rose Festival Auction
Oct. 08, 2026

The Foundation will facilitate the purchase of one or more tables for the Rose Festival’s auction on Thursday, Oct. 8.

Any Rosarian and spouse/guest may sit at the Foundation table(s) if they make arrangements through Mark Sleasman by sending a check to Mark’s home or our post office box made out to RR Foundation for $150 per person. 

Yes, this date conflicts with the PM trip.  Please let us know by Sept. 4 if you want to join us.

13
Oct.
2026
Airport Greeting: PM Kik's Return
Oct. 13, 2026 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Kik and Mike return from France Oct 13, 5:55 PM Flight 665 (Icelandair)

17
Oct.
2026
Memorial for Duke Tedd Chilless
Oct. 17, 2026

Memorial service for Duke Tedd Chilless, who served as Prime Minister in 2001.

Details TBD.

 

 

19
Oct.
2026
Rose Society Membership Meeting
Oct. 19, 2026 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

7:00 PM Social, 7:30 PM program begins

21
Oct.
2026
Sunshine Division - Food Packing
Oct. 21, 2026

Come join us as we put boxes together to support our community. It’s a simple, hands‑on way to give back, connect with others, and have fun while making a real difference.

Sunshine Division provides immediate food relief to Portland Metro families and individuals in need. This simple mission began over 100 years ago in Southwest Portland’s Goose Hollow neighborhood when Portland Police Reserve officers delivered meal baskets to families in need during the holidays.Today, they continue to evolve and expand the programs to better serve the most vulnerable neighbors across the metro area.  Please take a few minutes to read the ​​​​Volunteer Orientation​​​​ and ​​​​Parking Guidelines. 

Please complete the General Release before your event. If minors are participating, a Parent/Guardian Release is required.

When: Wednesday, October 21st 10am-12pm

Where New Warehouse 2121 NW Front Ave. Portland Or. 97209

Attire: Rosarian Gear and comfortable closed-toe shoes and socks for safety. No sandals, slides, flip-flops, birks, crocs, etc.

Safety Reminders

  • Be alert and cautious—it’s an active warehouse with forklifts, pallet jacks.
  • Do not enter restricted areas or operate any power equipment at any time.

 

Other Notes

  • Take your time while volunteering, there is no rush to finish quickly. Although we schedule shifts for 1.5-2 hours, energetic and efficient groups often complete their required tasks faster.
  • We have water and snacks as well as lockers to store your things safely.

LOCATION - PARKING - ARRIVAL 

Address: 2121 NW Front Ave. Portland, OR 97209

  • Type the full address into your mapping app; it may come up as Flooring Solutions, this is correct.

Parking: We have enough spots in our lot for 20 volunteers at a time. Large groups with 20+ volunteers are encouraged to carpool and may need to use paid or street parking nearby. The spots facing Front Ave. (even w/red tow-away signs)

  • Do not park in the 4 spots directly in front of Nest's business.
  • Do not park in the 4 spots at the north end of the lot facing Front Ave. These spots belong to the Carton Service. They have black and white Executive Towing signs and will enforce.

Arrival: When you arrive, you'll ring the bell at the warehouse entrance (south side of the building by 17th Ave/Railroad Tracks) and we will come let you in. The volunteer center is the first right as soon as you enter.

24
Oct.
2026
Purely Social - Oktoberfest
Oct. 24, 2026 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

An Oktoberfest gathering at the Nielsen's - A Kik-off party!!!

Guests will be able to sample and buy PM wine before the Holidays!

26
Oct.
2026
Finance & Council Meeting
Oct. 26, 2026 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

*Committee Chairs Invited

Meeting held at the DoubleTree Lloyd Center

Finance Committee meeting starts at 6:00pm

Council Meeting starts at 7:00pm

28
Oct.
2026
Foundation Meeting
Oct. 28, 2026 6:00 p.m.

All Members Welcome. Registration is needed only for guests to insure enough seating.

05
Nov.
2026
Membership Meeting (Honoring Life Members)
Nov. 05, 2026 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Honoring Life Members

5:30 pm Social Hour, 6:30 pm Meeting called to order, Dinner

11
Nov.
2026
Dukes and Duchesses Dinner
Nov. 11, 2026 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Invitation Only - Black Tie Formal

18
Nov.
2026
Foundation Meeting
Nov. 18, 2026 6:00 p.m.

All Members Welcome. Registration is needed only for guests to insure enough seating.

23
Nov.
2026
Finance & Council Meeting
Nov. 23, 2026 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Meeting held at the DoubleTree Lloyd Center

Finance Committee meeting starts at 6:00pm

Council Meeting starts at 7:00pm

06
Dec.
2026
Holiday Brunch
Dec. 06, 2026 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Come - let's enjoy a festive holiday brunch together in downtown Portland

07
Dec.
2026
Finance & Council Meeting
Dec. 07, 2026 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

*To be confirmed

Meeting held at the DoubleTree Lloyd Center

Finance Committee meeting starts at 6:00pm

Council Meeting starts at 7:00pm

16
Dec.
2026
Foundation Meeting
Dec. 16, 2026 6:00 p.m.

All Members Welcome. Registration is needed only for guests to insure enough seating.

13
Jan.
2027
New & Potential Member Reception
Jan. 13, 2027 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

New & Potential New Members, Dukes, Duchesses, Council, Sponsors, and Mentors: Please join us as we welcome new and potential new members. Journey with us thru some Royal Rosarian history and opportunities with becoming a Royal Rosarian.

We look forward to spending the evening together, reception/social time, dinner and speakers.

Our amazing hosts, Atiyeh Brothers will be providing our main dish.

Rosarians please email here to let us know what dish you are bringing and any beverages to share.

Last name A-I: please bring a salad

Last name J-N: please bring a dessert

Last name O-Z: please bring a side dish

Attire: Green jackets, black pants, women may wear black skirts. Business casual for guests.

15
Jan.
2027
Northwest Festival Hosting Conference
Jan. 15, 2027 - Jan. 17, 2027

This year our hosts will be Olympia Capital Lakefair! Details coming soon.

25
Jan.
2027
Finance & Council Meeting
Jan. 25, 2027 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Meeting held at the DoubleTree Lloyd Center

Finance Committee meeting starts at 6:00pm

Council Meeting starts at 7:00pm

27
Jan.
2027
Foundation Meeting
Jan. 27, 2027 Ends: 6:00 p.m.

All Members Welcome. Registration is needed only for guests to insure enough seating.

04
Feb.
2027
Membership Meeting (Dukes & Duchesses)
Feb. 04, 2027 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Honoring Dukes & Duchesses

5:30 pm Social Hour, 6:30 pm Meeting called to order, Dinner 

10
Feb.
2027
New Member Orientation #1
Feb. 10, 2027 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

New members, their sponsors and mentors, Dukes, Duchesses, and Council: Please join us for an information filled evening for our new members.

Attire-Royal Rosarian Casual

Location:

Dame Judy Rompa's

2410  SW Huber Ct.

Portland, OR 97219

 

22
Feb.
2027
Finance & Council Meeting
Feb. 22, 2027 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Meeting held at the DoubleTree Lloyd Center

Finance Committee meeting starts at 6:00pm

Council Meeting starts at 7:00pm

24
Feb.
2027
Foundation Meeting
Feb. 24, 2027 Ends: 6:00 p.m.

All Members Welcome. Registration is needed only for guests to insure enough seating.

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