Ladybug Nature Walk at Laurelhurst Park – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (and an adult) to explore a local Portland park. We move slowly through parks looking for plants and animals. Walks are led by a nature educator, and children borrow a […]
Bring up to five of your unidentified rocks or minerals to the museum – our panel of experts will tell you what they are! We will also have a host of fun activities, including geode cracking and thunder egg cutting. Free for members. General admission prices for non-members. Geode cracking and thunder egg cutting priced separately.
Join Portland Fruit Tree Project and the many nonprofit organizations that call the Leaven Community Center home for a street festival, spring plant sale, and fundraiser for climate justice and community resilience. Sparrowhawk Native Plants will be onsite for folx that are picking up pre-ordered plants. Missed the pre order deadline? There will be a […]
Free and open to the community. Dancers and drummers welcome. All are welcome. Enjoy Native made arts and crafts, explore information tables, enjoy food vendors and more.
Take a scenic springtime train ride in our vintage rail cars along the Willamette River’s picturesque Springwater Corridor. Conjure the magic of bygone years while celebrating the bright future of the beloved Zoo Railway. Join us at the Oregon Rail Heritage Center for an unforgettable train ride adventure. Secure your seat for this scenic journey and […]
Join us on Sunday, April 21st, 1pm - 4pm, for a workshop called “Regenerative Farming!" In this workshop, we’ll celebrate Earth Day by learning ways to practice gardening that grows healthy soil and healthy foods! Come to the farm to learn about composting, mulching, companion planting, drip-line irrigation and how you can be apart of […]
Now in its 14th year, the Watershed Alliance's Environmental Film Series is held on the fourth Tuesday of the month from January to June! Held at the Columbia Room of the Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St, Vancouver, WA 98660 from 4:30pm to 7:00pm. We are looking forward to seeing you there! Pizza will be provided […]
Ladybug Nature Walk at Maricara Park – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (and an adult) to explore a local Portland park. We move slowly through parks looking for plants and animals. Walks are led by a nature educator, and children borrow a […]
What: Earth Day craft-making When: Thursday, April 25th 6:30pm to 8:30pm Where: Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary, 109 W 7th St, Vancouver, WA 98660 Parking: There is street parking in the surrounding area. Street parking is free in downtown Vancouver after 6:00pm. Translation: A Spanish translator will be available at this event. Last Earth Day, Watershed Alliance volunteer, Al Spector, let […]
As wildfire season approaches, Oregonians must take steps to protect their homes and communities. To help residents prepare, the Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal, in partnership with Portland Fire and Rescue, is hosting a free Wildfire Preparedness Weekend with World Forestry Center at the Discovery Museum on April 27 and 28 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. […]
As wildfire season approaches, Oregonians must take steps to protect their homes and communities. To help residents prepare, the Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal, in partnership with Portland Fire and Rescue, is hosting a free Wildfire Preparedness Weekend with World Forestry Center at the Discovery Museum on April 27 and 28 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. […]
Museum admission is free on the first Thursday of every month from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and programs at the Tomorrow Theater in Southeast Portland are free. Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
The Clark County Historical Museum (CCHM) invites the community to celebrate its 60th anniversary with a special presentation, "Our History, Our Museum: 60 Years of the Clark County Historical Museum," on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 7:00 pm. This engaging presentation will explore the rich history of the museum, from its humble beginnings to its […]
Ladybug Nature Walk at Fernhill Park Nature Patch – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (and an adult) to explore a local Portland park. We move slowly through parks looking for plants and animals. Walks are led by a nature educator, and children […]
Will your home survive a wildfire? Do you know what part of your home is most vulnerable to fire? Visit the Tillamook Forest Center for answers to these questions, free information, demonstrations, and more with a wildfire awareness month kick-off celebration on Saturday, May 5th. Displays and information about how to protect your home from […]
OMSI's most popular financial access program. Explore the museum's permanent exhibit halls and labs for just $5 per person on the first Sunday of each month. Plus, enjoy significant discounts on special exhibitions, Empirical Theater and Kendall Planetarium shows, and tours of the USS Blueback Submarine.
"Classical Up Close for Kids" is a free 45-minute edutainment concert that children of all ages will enjoy. See the musicians of the Oregon Symphony describe and play their instruments in a friendly, engaging way. Just show up! This is not a ticketed event.
"Classical Up Close for Kids" is a free 45-minute edutainment concert that children of all ages will enjoy. See the musicians of the Oregon Symphony describe and play their instruments in a friendly, engaging way. Just show up! This is not a ticketed event.
From last November’s historic teacher strike in Portland Public Schools to reports of major budget shortfalls in several districts, school funding, class size, and educational outcomes have become a daily topic of conversation across Oregon. At the same time, recent data showed that Oregon is the only state in the nation where students have fallen further behind […]
Ladybug Nature Walk at Powell Butte Park – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (and an adult) to explore a local Portland park. We move slowly through parks looking for plants and animals. Walks are led by a nature educator, and children borrow […]
Bring your homeschool family out for a Forest Field Day, and explore the trails and tree collections of Hoyt Arboretum with a Nature Educator! Forest Field Day is designed for individual homeschool families. Participants should be prepared to work together, meet new people from other homeschool families, and participate in hands-on, inquiry-based nature activities. Each […]
The 12th Archaeology Roadshow Returns to PSU Campus The Archaeology Roadshow once again returns to Portland State University, Saturday, May 11, 10 am- 2 pm. Come immerse yourself in the history and archaeology of Oregon through our exhibits and hands-on activities hosted by archaeologists and heritage specialists from PSU, Tribes, museums, private and nonprofit organizations, […]
In the Tillamook State Forest, salmon live in the cool, clear rivers that run through the Coast Range. Join us to explore life cycles, habitat requirements, and the underwater oasis of these dynamic fish. After a short presentation, we will walk to Jones Creek and release the tiny fry that were raised in our visitor […]
Ladybug Nature Walk at Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (and an adult) to explore a local Portland park. We move slowly through parks looking for plants and animals. Walks are led by a nature educator, and children […]
Ladybug Nature Walk at Baltimore Woods – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (and an adult) to explore a local Portland park. We move slowly through parks looking for plants and animals. Walks are led by a nature educator, and children borrow a […]
Now in its 14th year, the Watershed Alliance's Environmental Film Series is held on the fourth Tuesday of the month from January to June! Held at the Columbia Room of the Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St, Vancouver, WA 98660 from 4:30pm to 7:00pm. We are looking forward to seeing you there! Pizza will be provided […]
Ladybug Nature Walk at Duniway Park Lilac Garden – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (and an adult) to explore a local Portland park. We move slowly through parks looking for plants and animals. Walks are led by a nature educator, and children […]
OMSI's most popular financial access program. Explore the museum's permanent exhibit halls and labs for just $5 per person on the first Sunday of each month. Plus, enjoy significant discounts on special exhibitions, Empirical Theater and Kendall Planetarium shows, and tours of the USS Blueback Submarine.
Museum admission is free on the first Thursday of every month from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and programs at the Tomorrow Theater in Southeast Portland are free. Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
Why do some monsters seem to resonate through time? What do they say about our social and cultural anxieties around difference—in particular race, class, gender, sexuality, nationality, and ability? This talk explores the shifting meanings vampires and werewolves have taken in popular culture, with a particular focus on the 1980s through the 2000s. In addition, […]
