Current exhibits, galleries, and museum shows in Madras. Art, history, science, and interactive exhibits.
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The Lobby at The Writers’ Block“Seeing the What”March 5 – May 23, 2026818 NW Flanders, Portland Formerly located at The Ellen Browning Building, The Lobby returns this spring with a three-month pop-up exhibition at The Writers’ Block Art Gallery. Titled Seeing the What, the exhibition takes...
Come sing, listen, learn and celebrate. Join Karen Kitchen (Osage Nation) for this story hour featuring songs and books from Native cultures. Children, families, elders, aunties and uncles — everyone is welcome. Note there are also in person events with Karen, but this one is online!...
Step into a world where nature-themed prints meet Portland Japanese Garden’s springtime vibrance in Enduring Impressions: Contemporary Woodblock Prints. Featuring the art of mokuhanga (木版画), Japanese-style woodblock printmaking, this exhibition reveals how a centuries-old tradition is experiencing..
Forest Hope Through Innovation is an interdisciplinary art-forest-science exhibition at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum that explores how creativity, research, and community action can shape a sustainable future for the forests we rely on. Featuring work by more than twelve innovators, the.
Teens 14-18 will use a different art medium each month to create a unique project. March 19: Mini-Art Exhibit April 16: Gyotaku Fish Prints and One Book, One Coast book program. May 21: Design your own Zine
This spring, let magnolias steal the spotlight. Wander through stunning floral displays, discover the flower’s lasting meaning in Chinese art and literature, and enjoy seasonal tours and hands-on activities for all ages. Highlights Free with admission • Magnolia Floral Showcase • Magnolia Walk in...
Join us in celebrating the extraordinary artistic talent of students in our region! Each year, Clackamas ESD presents diverse artwork from middle and high school students representing all 10 Clackamas County school districts in a juried art show and awards thousands of dollars in prizes at the art..
Portland Art Museum celebrates the Deaf Community with Art in ASL on the 3rd Sunday of every month. Deaf Community members and their companions enjoy complimentary admission all day and are invited to participate in guided Look with Me sessions in the galleries between 12-3pm. Visitors of all ages..
About the workshop Cost: $40.00 for 1 adult & 1 child, add additional adult, $10.00, add additional child, $5.00 each. Ages 7+ Morning session: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., 10 spots available Afternoon session: 12:30 – 2:30 p.m., 10 spots available Families will meet at PAM CUT. Additional information about..
The Museum At Warm Springs exists to preserve the culture, history and traditions of the three tribes which comprise The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.
Event overview Celebrate the extraordinary work of student artists and over a decade of citywide funding for K-12 arts education! The Portland Art Museum is proud to partner with Portland Public Schools to host the 2026 HeART of Portland: A Portland Public Schools K-12 Arts Showcase. This annual...
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Overview Come see the extraordinary work of student artists in the HeART of Portland Visual Art Exhibition! This exhibition features over 100 works that highlight the diversity of arts offerings across Portland Public Schools. It also includes the collaborative art project, Windows of Our Future,...
Playtime (1967) Directed by Jacques Tati. 1hr 55min. Not Rated. French mime, screenwriter, and director Jacques Tati’s hapless, old-world alter ego Monsieur Hulot appeared in four sublime comedies from 1953 through 1971. Hulot’s third go-round, Playtime, a commercial and critical disaster upon its..
Some Like it Hot (1959) Directed by Billy Wilder. 2hr. Not Rated. Paul Reubens’ college-era experiments with drag were undoubtedly influenced by Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis chewing up the scenery in stockings, wigs, and pumps opposite Reubens’ screen idol Marilyn Monroe. Billy Wilder’s 1959...
Pee-wee’s Big Adventure (1985) Directed by Tim Burton. 1hr 30min. Rated PG When given the green light to make his first Pee-wee Herman movie, Paul Reubens began writing a remake of his favorite childhood film, Pollyanna. But when a 1947 Schwinn Racer bike suddenly appeared outside his Warner Bros...
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Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Hosted by the Vancouver Mall Public Library on Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11am-12pm. Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Check the event host’s website for.
Join us for our free Toddler Time: Learning Together parent-child classes for ages 2-4! This is a fun way to introduce preschool style learning alongside a parent/caregiver in a fun, relaxed environment. We will play, do crafts, learn a little Italian together, and make community! We hope you can...
There’s a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County...
This teen-led book club is a space where readers can connect, share ideas, and explore books together. It focuses on discussions, new reads, and different perspectives. We’ll explore different genres and build a close community. Come read, talk, and enjoy.
There’s a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries...
Practice your new reading skills! Each week you'll listen to a story, practice reading with a teen volunteer. This program is especially for kindergartners to second graders. Register here .
Please note that we are meeting in the 2nd Floor Classroom for April's meeting Join us every third Tuesday of the month to try a new craft! Supplies provided. Or, bring your own project and hang out with us. For ages 16+. April's craft is collage poetry. Co-sponsored by The Arts Center and the...
Are you interested in quilting for a cause? Our quilting group provides the fabric and invites you to quilt for St. Vincent's Hospital’s Hospice program. Held every third Saturday of the month. Come and talk to us! Are you just curious? Everyone is welcome to observe! This program is for 18+ years..
Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to Tater Tot, a therapy dog! Reading sessions are 15 minutes long. Read alone, or pair up with a sibling or friend. Call 503.988.5123 to register. All dogs and handlers are from Alliance of Therapy Dogs , Dove Lewis Portland Area...
Create colorful painted river stones to adorn your spring gardens and potted plants! Or perhaps leave hidden one for someone to find in your favorite park. All materials will be provided. No registration required. For tweens and teens in 6th through 12th grade.
You won't believe what you can make with leftover materials! Grades K-5.
Infant Storytime occurs every Tuesday from 10:30 - 11:00 AM and is for children 0-12 months old. Storytime is offered year-round as a drop-in program: first come, first served. Space is limited due to the room capacity and to provide a positive, safe environment for all. Children must be...
Our local dance company is leading a free dance workshop for preschoolers. If you've ever wanted to see if your kiddo would enjoy learning to dance, this is the program for you! The class replaces All Ages Storytime Session 2 this week. There will still be a playtime after this 30 minute program....
Do you have knitting and/or crocheting projects that you’d love to get finished? Or new ones you want to start? Please join us on Tuesdays for yarn work and fun! All ages and abilities welcome.
Read to a certified therapy dog in a stress-free environment! Sign-up for a 20-minute reading session. This program will help improve your child's reading skills and they get to make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. The dogs and handlers are from Dove Lewis Portland Area Canine...
The Philomath Noon Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of the month at the Philomath Community Library. Copies of book club books are available each month at the library; please ask at the front desk. Please contact the Philomath Community Library at 541-929-3016 or email...
Acompáñenos en esta serie de horas de cuentos bilingües para bebés de 0 a 12 meses. Tendremos canciones, rimas, y libros ilustrados divertidos seguidos de un tiempo especial para jugar y socializar. La asistencia es limitada y está disponible por orden de llegada....
Bring a friend and join us Wednesday nights for an art workshop! Enjoy dedicated time for art and unwinding. In the month of April we will have a two-part class exploring Vincent Van Gogh's Sunflowers, using acrylic paint! All materials are provided and all skill levels are welcome. For adults and..
The Corvallis-Benton County Public Library Book Club is open to everyone! We meet to discuss fiction and nonfiction every third Wednesday of the month, except for December. See https://cbcpubliclibrary.net/book-club/ for a list of the books we are reading. Email askalibrarian@corvallisoregon.gov to.
Join your neighbors for a friendly, informal sewing/knitting/crochet/embroidery bee! Bring your own projects and socialize (sew-cialize?) at the library.
This storytime includes books, action songs, rhymes, and other fun activities that encourage a love of reading! Ages 2-3.
Sew Friends 4-H club will teach a hands-on sewing activity. Every participant will be able to make a fabric coaster. No sewing experience necessary! Ages 6-11. Presented by staff and teens from 4-H Youth Development, Oregon State Extension Service, Washington County. Registration is required .
Enjoy a drop-in, family-friendly craft activity inspired by magnolia. Enjoy at your own pace and take a unique piece of art home with you!
Children of all ages and their families are invited to join us for an interactive storytime full of books, songs, and music.
Calling all children in upper elementary grades and above who love graphic novels! Grow your literacy skills in a supportive learning environment where respect and appreciation for differences is encouraged. Led by former faculty in special education and supported by teacher candidates and...
Join Garden Home Community Library for Family Storytime every Wednesday at 10 am. Our books, songs, and activities are ideal for kids ages 0-5, and all are welcome!
Join a make-and-take crafternoon! Each craft will be selected from the library's craft book collection. This event is first come, first served.
Join us for storytime filled with songs, rhymes and stories that are just right for your active toddler! Ages 12 to 36 months.
We will examine an artist or artistic technique and then create a piece of art. February 17: Faith Ringgold Quilt Story March 17: Mixed Media April 21: Gyotaku Fish Prints May 19: Botanical drawing
This preschool storytime is especially welcoming for children ages 3-5 and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience. Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation .