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The BrazilTones will be performing at Less and More Coffee on Downtown’s transit mall! The BrazilTones are Deborah Bayardino on vocals, Ronnie Robins on guitar and vocals and Brian L. Davis on percussion. They embrace the beauty, poetic lyrics and rhythmic wonder of Bossa Nova, Samba and MPB...
The AARP Tax-Aide program , administered by the AARP Foundation® in cooperation with the IRS, provides free income tax assistance to all eligible taxpayers, regardless of age or income level. Appointments are recommended . Limited walk-ins are accepted. Appointments may be booked online...
Sundays, March 8, April 12, May 10, June 14, 1 – 4 p.m. Sign up for all four sessions ($150) or just one individually ($50/each)! Ages 16+, limited to 20 participants PAM // PAM CUT Drawing Club is an in-gallery drawing workshop series led by teaching artists Fry and Julz Clementine, who are...
A safe place where ALL are welcome to be themselves. Find support, eat snacks, get creative, discuss favorite books, and more! Bring a friend, or make a new one. For grades 5-8. Queer Youth Club is a youth-run club for that unites LGBTQIA+ and allied youth from neighboring schools. Email...
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Cedar Hills Recreation Center for a variety of fun games for children under the age of six! Enjoy our mini roller coaster, ride-on cars, pedal cars, mini-trampoline, mini basketball hoops, and other play toys! ***Before you go – check THPRD’s..
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...
Songs, stories, music, movement, and more! For children ages 3, 4, or 5. FAQs May I bring my child if they are too old or too young for a particular storytime? If you bring a child in the right age group, your family may attend. Do I have to pre-register? No Should parents participate? Yes! This.
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Join us for storytime filled with songs, rhymes and stories that are just right for your active toddler! Ages 12 to 36 months.
Volunteer with us! We care for the Earth every day, but we invite you to celebrate the start of Earth Month and the return of spring with us by nurturing your connection to the land. Spend your morning with the fabulous Friends of Laurelhurst Park to
Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries. Textbook and materials are provided. Classes are held weekly on Tuesdays, and the public is welcome to attend at any time. *TESOL stands for Teaching...
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.
Trivia Tuesday at Hillsboro Downtown Station! Test your knowledge and compete for Station Taphouse gift cards! Prizes: 1st – $35, 2nd – $28, 3rd – $21. See you there!
The American Red Cross offers a one-hour introduction to International Humanitarian Law which is also known as the Law of Armed Conflict or the Law of War. The one-hour class provides an introduction to the development of the laws of war in the nineteenth century, the main principles of this law...
Northwest Children’s Theater’s Smash Hit Original Musical Returns! Join Alice as she tumbles down the rabbit hole and discovers a world of music and madness. Featuring a four-piece jazz band live on stage! Alice in Wonderland: A Jazz Musical March 28 – April 19 Weekends at 12pm & 3pm At The Judy in.
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...
The Literary Arts Bookstore & Cafe is thrilled to welcome Robyn Saunders Wilson to celebrate her debut, Junkyard Princess! Saunders Wilson will be in conversation with Michelle Kicherer. About Junkyard Princess The year is 1983. It’s a time of both mullets and glam, Bowie and the Smiths, and for...
Enjoy a free puppet show from Dragon Theater Puppets and Princesses every Friday at 6pm at PlayDate PDX! Note: if your kiddos beg to play on the play structure, admission for that is $10 on Fridays.
Get involved with Johnson Creek Watershed Council to care for this urban greenspace. Leach Botanical Garden is a hidden gem in outer SE Portland. Beyond the manicured paths of the garden are several acres of forests and fields which have become overr
Members and their guests are invited to enjoy an exclusive hour in the garden in the early evening glow.
Join our English Conversation Group and enhance your language skills in a supportive and engaging environment! Practice speaking, listening, and expressing yourself confidently with fellow language enthusiasts. Whether you're a beginner or advanced learner, the group welcomes everyone looking to...
Enjoy Art Walk in Hillsboro’s Downtown Cultural Arts District! Hillsboro’s Art Walk is a grassroots-organized event produced by local businesses and creative spaces invested in art, creativity, and community connection. Let live music carry you along Main Street and the Avenues as you discover...
Connect with others who understand the complex emotions that come with pregnancy. Whether you’re feeling anxious, low, or just not yourself, Baby Blues Connection offers a free, supportive group for pregnant individuals. Free, but registration required. Editor’s note: This event is a community...
Looking for a fun way to support your library? Join the Friends of the Library and attend this regular meeting. This is a Friends of the Library event. The Friends group is an independent fund-raising organization under the umbrella of the Fort Vancouver Regional Library Foundation , which is a...
Accordionist and flautist Jet Black Pearl will be performing at Pendleton Pioneer Place on Downtown’s Transit Mall! Jet Black Pearl’s smartly wacky songs sound like a mad hatter’s European tea party with a funky attitude. Before your very eyes, she creates grooves and loops of flute, plastic...
Join SOLVE as they launch Earth Month with a community cleanup right in the heart of downtown Portland! This event is part of their ongoing efforts to revitalize downtown through the Detrash Portland series. They’re gathering at Director Park to celebrate the start of a month dedicated to caring...
There's s'more to STEM than meets the eye! Learn about science and engineering through marshmallow experiments in this sweet, hands-on program. For ages 5-12 Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability...
Join our Spanish Conversation Group and enhance your language skills in a supportive and engaging environment. This group is geared toward beginner Spanish speakers. For adults.
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..
Help improve and care for the Cloud Forest in Washington Park! We will spend the morning removing undesirable plants, hand-weeding, and other gardening tasks. Volunteers of all skills and abilities are welcome. No previous experience is required; PP&
Come join Moms in the same season of life as you! MomCo is designed to connect moms of children 0-grade school. We provide childcare and interactive programming for your children (ages o-5 years) while you share, laugh and learn with other moms just like you. Join us in a safe community that...
Join us every Wednesday for an informal and relaxed space where you can practice language learning! Gain confidence by learning from others and meet new friends! *This is not a structured language class* but more of a space to practice what you already know with native language speakers. For...
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...
Fridays at 10am, Cameron Ford is hosting “Tiny Tunes”, a weekly kids concert, in the new and undiscovered living-room-style show space (“the riff”) at b street records & vintage in downtown Milwaukie. Kicking off June 6, this free, family-friendly concert series is perfect for children ages 0-4 but.
Build reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. For ages 5–9 Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event..
Rainbow Reads is a book club for LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies. We will be reading YA fiction, non-fiction, and graphic novels that feature LGBTQIA+ characters & themes, or literature written by someone from the LGBTQIA+ community. This month's book is Who We Are in Real Life by Victoria...
Join us for an afternoon of after school Nintendo Switch! For grades 7-12.
In music, “do” is foundational, just like the first few months of life. Grow and bond with your infant as we explore the world around us through song, movement, and play. Grownups will be guided through activities that encourage age appropriate development while gaining support and friendship along.
Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more...
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 .
Learn a new craft, play a little, and make a new friend (or two, or three)! Come to a space where unplugging is the way to connect to yourself and others. We will have activities, crafts, and games for all ages! OR Unplugged is so excited to host this event with Dr. Doreen Dodgen-Magee and the...
Join us for a 30-minute Mandarin Music & Movement class specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for children six and under accompanied by.
See the evil queen, adorable forest creatures and the fun loving dwarves as they tell the beloved tale of Snow White. Showtimes are at 2:30pm and 6pm. This event is over $30. We only include links for higher-priced events from our advertisers — but it’s easy to find with a quick search!
Do you need one-on-one assistance with your digital questions? A trusted guide can help you learn about home connectivity, devices, and digital skills. Register for a slot. Bring your device or use a library computer. Registrants will be contacted for more details. Slots are 30-40 minutes long....
Join PBOT’s Portland by Cycle team and BIKETOWN on a community bike ride through the Parkrose Neighborhood. They’ll start and end the leisurely 2 mile ride from Parkrose Middle School. This ride is part of the City’s Earth in Motion – Earth Day 2026 Celebration. Meet at 12:45 p.m., Ride at 1:00...
Step into a world of wonder at the Mt. Hood Rock Club’s 2026 Rock & Gem Show! 📅 Save the Date: April 10, 2026 – April 12th, 2026 🕙 Hours for the show: Day 1 – April 10th 10am – 5pm Day 2 – April 11th 9am – 5pm Day 3 – April 12th 10am – 3pm 📍 Venue: Jackson Armory, 6255 NE Cornfoot Rd., Portland,...
Washington Park offers recreation opportunities for all visitors, with the MAC Trail running through it to provide access to the park's many amenities and activities. This event will focus on managing invasive plants along the trail. We will spend th