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Forest Grove to host 2026 State of the City Address at Theatre in the Grove

Mayor Malynda Wenzl will deliver the 2026 State of the City on March 12 at Theatre in the Grove. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., program at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are free.

Theatre in the Grove, located at 2028 Pacific Ave in Forest Grove.
Theatre in the Grove on Pacific Avenue in downtown Forest Grove. Photo: Chas Hundley

The city of Forest Grove will hold its 2026 State of the City address on Thursday, March 12, at Theatre in the Grove, according to a press release from the city.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the program begins at 6:00 p.m. Light refreshments and live musical entertainment will be provided.

Mayor Malynda Wenzl is expected to highlight the city’s achievements over the past year and lay out goals and initiatives for the year ahead.

“We look forward to honoring our shared accomplishments and setting a positive, inclusive path forward for Forest Grove,” Wenzl said. “The State of the City is our moment to bring together those who have contributed to our progress, from City Council and elected officials to members of our boards and commissions, our dedicated volunteers and city staff, and community-based organizations and partners.”

Tickets are free and can be reserved at forestgrove-or.gov/stateofcity.

For more information, contact City Hall at 503-992-3200.

Theatre in the Grove is located at 2028 Pacific Ave.


Before the State of the City

Stop by the News in the Grove office next door for an open house from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Meet the team behind your local news, enjoy light refreshments, and then head over for the State of the City at 5:30. Free and open to all.

Chas Hundley

Chas Hundley

I'm a born and raised Forest Grove and Gales Creek resident, attended FGHS, and own and operate a small newspaper in western Washington County.

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