Featured School of the Week: Parent Child Preschools Organization
Cooperative Preschools teach how children learn best- through play. Learn about ten of the area’s best;
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This is One of Portland’s Safest Neighborhoods
Hillsdale, a charming Southwest neighborhood, has the quiet feel of a mountain town. Its gorgeous foliage along hillside roads and decidedly retro vibe make it feel remote, but it’s not as far from the rest of Portland as it seems — as long as you have a vehicle. While the walkability and public transit scores
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Get Out of the Rain at Portland Indoor Play Spaces
Your ultimate guide to indoor fun in PDX.
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The Ultimate Portland Bucket List: 101 Things to Do with Kids
Keep this list handy for all of those “I’m bored!” days.
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This Weekend in PDX
Every week we share the very best of our popular Kids Calendar.
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Featured School of the Week: International School of Portland
Learn more about this school offering full language and cultural immersion in a warm, loving environment.
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Celebrate MLK: Portland’s Top Service Projects and Community Events
Honor MLK this year by finding an opportunity to volunteer with your family.
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Free Audition on Jan 20th at The Portland Ballet
Join The Portland Ballet for summer ballet intensives, year-round programs, and professional career preparation.
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We Found a (Much!) Easier Alternative to the Trail of Ten Falls
See 3-4 spectacular waterfalls on this paved hike. Perfect for strollers and grandparents!
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Family Amenities Abound in This Portland Area City
This small, 4-square-mile Clackamas County city knows how to show up big for kids and families. In 2006, city leaders decided to convert a space that was once a Thriftway grocery store at the heart of the city into an early childhood center. In 2008, the Gladstone Center for Children and Families opened its doors
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This is the No. 1 Community for Families in Clark County
The suburb of Camas is named after the Camas lily, a delicate, purple spring bloom whose root bulbs were harvested by local Indigenous people as an important food source. Historically, people recognized the area for industry, not nature, as the city grew around Henry Pittock’s paper mill, the producer of the paper upon which The
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Find a True Community in This Southeast Portland Neighborhood
Mt. Scott-Arleta (from Duke Street to Foster Road, between Southeast 60th and 82nd Avenues) has a lot of character. An offbeat mix of century-old homes and new construction welcome more and more families into the area. This neighborhood has a story to tell, and like most good stories, it’s not always pretty. In 2021, as
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Sip Milkshakes Inside a 111-Year-Old Soda Fountain
While this roughly square-shaped, Northeast neighborhood may be overshadowed by its more well-known districts close by — Cully to the north and west and Rose City Park and Hollywood to the west — Roseway is steeped in history. Sandy Road-turned-Boulevard — named after the Sandy River — is the main thoroughfare that intersects the area
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Vote for Your 2025 PDX Parent Reader Favorites!
It’s time to vote for the people, places and spaces that make PDX so much fun.
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Your Go-To List for Lunar New Year Family Fun
Find family-friendly Lunar New Year events and happenings in the Portland-metro area.
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Ring in the New Year with Family-Friendly Celebrations
Find family-friendly events to ring in the New Year, PDX style.
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20 Free Things to Do with Kids in January
Tighten your belts this January while still having tons of fun!
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Summer Camps Guide
Plan your summer now with our comprehensive guide to camps in the Portland area!
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Play Farmer for a Day (or more!) Just 20 Minutes From Portland
If a rural, slow-paced life sounds ideal, but you can’t bear to be far from the buzz of Portland culture, Sauvie Island offers the perfect compromise. With just over 1,000 year-round residents, this tranquil community is a mere 20-minute drive from downtown Portland, giving you the best of both worlds. Half of the island is
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Sensory Friendly Indoor Activities for Fun Without the Noise
Check out these opportunities to have fun indoors with fewer crowds and less noise, in and near Portland, OR.
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Let Your Toddler Get Messy and Paint Here
Littles can create artwork and make a mess at Sellwood Community House, and parents don’t have to clean up. My son has been in day care part time for a few months now and one of his favorite activities is painting. I haven’t been brave enough to buy kid-friendly paints for home just yet, knowing
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Easy Holiday Treats to Make with Kids
Check out these easy and festive recipes to get that holiday magic started.
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Everything You Need to Know About the PPS School Lottery
The ins and outs of the Portland public school lottery system, and what it means for your family.
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Don’t Toss Your Tree! Here’s How to Recycle it, Portland-Style
Once the big day is past, here’s what to do with the tree.
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Beat the Winter Blues With These Kid-Friendly Activities
Whether you want to take advantage of the winter weather, or snuggle down for some cozy fun, there is lots to do in Portland during the winter with kids.
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Join Us at Our Free Family Festival
See you at Topaz Farm on June 22! Presented by Xfinity.
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These PDX Airport Spots Make Traveling With Kids Easier
Here are the must-know spots for traveling with kids throughout the Portland International Airport.
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Why Cutting Your Own Christmas Tree Is the Move This Year
Cut your own Christmas tree in Mount Hood National Forest for $5!
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We Found the Best Alternative to Peacock Lane
If the crowds at Peacock Lane aren’t your scene, turn your attention to these dazzling Portland homes west of the Willamette, where animated light displays steal the show.
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