For this gift guide we focus on the Want, Need, Wear, Read philosophy, in which parents give children only four gifts: something they want, something they need, something they can wear and something to read.
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Looking to have some family fun in the snow this season? There are plenty of ways to enjoy the powdery stuff in Oregon—from sledding, to snowshoeing to skiing—whether you’re a pro or a total beginner.
Family-Friendly Sledding, Skiing and Snowboarding in Oregon Read More »
Ah, the miracle of birth. Here’s what to expect on the big day(s) from people who deliver for a living and those who have survived labor.
The Truth About Giving Birth Read More »
How to root for your kid in sports without crossing the line of poor sportsmanship. Plus advice on how to handle losses and what to do when your child wants to bail mid-season.
There’s No I in Team: How to be a Good Sports Parent Read More »
It’s an eternal question from visitors and recent transplants: What is there to do in Portland with kids? We’ve got the ultimate answers.
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Vacations are nice, but sticking around the Portland area in the summer offers so many fun opportunities for families.
Your Family’s Dream Portland Staycation Read More »
Looking to make this summer unforgettable? Cue up one (or all!) of these family-friendly destinations.
Family-Friendly Travel for Your Best Oregon Summer Yet Read More »
Meet Portland artist and mom, Astrid Beatriz, an artisan who creates stunning carved portraits in wood.
Portland Artist Astrid Beatriz Read More »
Portland’s dedication to public art extends beyond outdoor sculptures and vivid murals on the sides of buildings. Add this list of indoor spaces to view art (for free!) to your rainy-day activity arsenal!
Top 5 Spots to See Free Portland Art Exhibits With Kids Read More »
The Judy, the new downtown Portland home of the Northwest Children’s Theater opens this month!
Here’s Judy, Northwest Children’s Theater’s New Home Read More »
One of the enduring and endearing things we love about our city is its curation of mini sidewalk galleries and installations. Check out our round up!
Portland’s Mini Galleries Galore! Read More »
Summer camps aren’t just for younger kids! If you have a 12- to 18-year-old looking to have a blast this summer, with youth their own age, check out these fun options tailored just for tweens and teens.
Tween and Teen Summer Camps in Portland Read More »
Here’s what each of Portland’s performing arts organizations has in store for your family from April to June this year.
Portland’s Youth Performing Arts Spring Lineup Read More »
Here’s how to have fun with your kids during a play, concert or ballet at one of Portland’s youth performing arts organizations.
Your Guide to Attending a Kid-Friendly Show in Portland Read More »
Here’s how to help your tweens and teens put down their phones and have an activity-filled summer break — and maybe even earn some cash.
The No Slacking Portland Summer: How to Keep Your Teen Busy Read More »
You’ve registered your kids for day camp — and everyone is counting down the days. Here are eight pro tips from the staff at PDX Parent for how to expertly prep and pack a backpack for all sorts of camp adventures.
How to Pack Your Kids’ Summer Camp Backpack Read More »
For many kids, camp is the highlight of summer break, and well-deserved peace and quiet for parents. Here’s how to know whether your child — and let’s be honest, you, too — is ready for the next step in their summertime adventures: Overnight camp.
Portland Overnight Camps: Is Your Kid Ready? Read More »
If you’ve felt a financial crunch in recent years, you are not alone. In fact, the rising cost of living is pushing many Portland families to consider relocation.
The Struggle is Real: How Higher Costs are Affecting Portland Families Read More »
Youth mental health concerns are at an all-time high, an aftereffect of COVID. But local support is out there. Here’s how to help your child navigate their mental well-being.
Beyond the Blues: Youth Mental Health Read More »
Find out about the changes coming to Oregon’s day cares and preschools, and the support and services that will be offered to families and providers.
Oregon Bans Expulsions and Suspensions in Preschools Read More »
This year, Oregon is joining approximately 12 states in offering a much-heralded paid leave program: Paid Leave Oregon.
Oregon’s New Paid Leave Program Read More »
Did you know that Portland has more than 90 formally recognized neighborhoods? These diverse communities fit snugly into geographic boundaries, known throughout the city as quadrants. Interestingly enough, there aren’t four quadrants, but rather six.
The History of Portland’s Quadrants Read More »
Despite high interest rates, there are still affordable neighborhoods in Portland.
Affordable Neighborhoods in Portland Read More »
Driving or walking through Eastmoreland’s tree-lined streets full of large, elegant homes, you’re struck by the neighborhood’s beauty. And that’s not an accident. According to the Eastmoreland Neighborhood Association, the neighborhood was laid out by devotees of the national City Beautiful movement of the early 1900s.
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Minutes from downtown, this charming and quintessentially Portland neighborhood centers around a main street that boasts breakfast joints, gift shops, bakeries, a beloved toy store and much more. And a yearly summer parade and street fair is a much-cherished community event.
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The neighborhood of Rose City Park was incorporated the same year as the inaugural Rose Festival. Today, this Northeast neighborhood comprises a diverse mix of established Portland, with gentrified updates and hip eateries. It’s also family- and dog-friendly with outdoor spaces, parks and shopping.
Neighborhood We Love: Rose City Park Read More »
Like this North Portland area’s name suggests, this compact neighborhood is named after a university — the University of Portland. In fact, the Catholic campus takes up a large swath of realty in the neighborhood’s southern corner.
Neighborhood We Love: University Park Read More »
Originally called Boone’s Landing after a descendant of Daniel Boone, Wilsonville got a name change in 1880. The name hasn’t been the only change in its history; Wilsonville has transformed from ferry site to port to train depot, and finally to the southernmost suburb in the Portland-metro area with a major freeway artery running right through its center.
Neighborhood We Love: Wilsonville Read More »
