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Breathing. Room Exhibit features renowned Indian artist Ranjani Shettar’s Portland Debut

The Lobby at Ellen Browning Building 2871 SE Division Street, Portland, United States

Curated by Sima Familant, Breathing. Room opens October 18, showcasing renowned artist Ranjani Shettar’s first exhibition in Portland. Her monumental installation Morning Song—crafted from lacquered wood by Indian artisans—explores the balance between industrialization and nature. The exhibit invites viewers to pause and reflect on space and stillness. Also featuring works by Jeff Elrod, Naotaka Hiro, Kwangho Lee, Kwon Young-Woo, and […]

Free

Dragon + Lantern Viewing Evenings at Lan Su Chinese Garden

Lan Su Chinese Garden

Don’t miss Lantern Viewing Evenings at the most iconic Lunar New Year celebration in the Pacific Northwest! Explore Lan Su Chinese Garden adorned with dazzling lantern sculptures from China and take part in interactive cultural activities that bring the celebration to life. Read more below about the variety of special programs we have lined up for […]

Free – $43

Spanish Storytime & Play @ SWPMA PLAY!

SWPMA PLAY! 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, United States

Join Teacher Jessica, from "Adventures In Spanish" for a family Spanish Storytime & play class (appropriate for ages 0-4) @ SWPMA Play! Class meets from 10:30-11A, with 15 minutes of open play + social time afterwards. SWPMA offers a clean, padded play space in Hillsdale Town Center, at 6315 SW Capitol Highway. Registration is offered […]

$5 – $15

Sing, Sign and Play @ SWPMA PLAY!

SWPMA PLAY! 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, United States

Join longtime educators Lara and Wally Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! every Tuesday and Thursday for weekly meetups for littles ages 0-4. *No class on Jan 28th. This is a calm, clean and welcoming space, where people take the time to visit and play. People can come in as early as […]

$1 – $10

Preschool Skate at Oaks Park

Oaks Amusement Park 7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR

Preschool Skate is back! Tuesday & Wednesday mornings it's a special skating session just for kids 6 and younger and their families. It includes a 15-minute group lesson, snack time, and a visit from Chipper the Squirrel. One free adult per child. Shoes and Strollers are welcome on the skating floor during Preschool skate.

$13

Indoor Play Park

Cedar Hill Recreation Center

Bring your children and play indoors out of the weather.  Families with children 6 and under are welcome to gather and interact developing motor and social skills during indoor play. Adult supervision is required.

$5.75 – $7.75

Lunar New Year 2025: The Year of the Snake

Lan Su Chinese Garden

Join Lan Su Chinese Garden for the most iconic Lunar New Year celebration in the Pacific Northwest! Welcome The Year of the Snake by exploring Lan Su adorned with dazzling lantern sculptures from China and taking part in interactive cultural activities that bring the celebration to life. Family-friendly activities during daytime hours will include: - […]

$16.00
Event Series Indoor Play Park

Indoor Play Park

Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, Oregon

Come mingle with other families at Indoor Play Park! Your children will love the riding cars, scooters, and balls in our vintage gymnasium, or the colorful mats and climbing equipment in our safe and fun tumbling studio. The gym is open on Tuesdays, 10:15-12:15. The studio is open Wednesday and Friday, 10:15-12:15. $8 per child, or […]

$8

Storytime at Annie Bloom’s

Annie Bloom's Books

Parkwood Clinic and Annie Bloom's Books are proud to present Storytime! Please join us for books, songs, and fun. All ages are welcome.

Free
Event Series OPERA IN THE PARK Portland

OPERA IN THE PARK Portland

the Center powered by YOUTH 16126 SE Stark St., Portland, United States

OPERA IN THE PARK Portland, in partnership with PLACE, Portland Parks & Recreation’s Community Music Center, and Y.O.U.TH, is proud to present acclaimed bass DeAndre Simmons and esteemed pianist Claire Forstman in a powerful recital that will repeated three times across the city of Portland. Created by DeAndre Simmons, “The Negro Speaks of Rivers”: Spirituals, […]

Free
Event Series St. John the Apostle Catholic School Open House

St. John the Apostle Catholic School Open House

St. John the Apostle Catholic School is hosting an all day Open House on Tuesday, January 28th from 8am - 3pm for families to visit the school during school hours. The family tour will include a tour of the campus, classrooms and meet the Principal. St. John the Apostle will host an evening Open House on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 from […]

Free

HYBRID: First Tuesday Music: Tiffany Bird

Lake Oswego Library

Join us for an evening of music at the library with Tiffany Bird, a talented singer-songwriter based in the Portland, Oregon area. Tiffany's unique musical style blends country pop with a touch of R&B influence. During this special program, Tiffany will share insights into her creative process and her deep connection to music as a […]

Free
Event Series Dads Group

Dads Group

7211 SE 62nd ave Portland OR 97206 7211 SE 62nd ave, Portland, O, United States

Calling all Dads and Kids 0-5! Come join us every Tuesday from 5:30-7:00 at the Brentwood Darlington Community Center. This free group open to dads and kids is a great place to build community, share stories, make friends, play, and eat free pizza!

Free

Sensory Friendly Music w/Emilie Wright

REC Room in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR, United States

No sign-ups needed please join us! Suggested donation to support this event is$5-$15 per child This sensory friendly music group will feature dimmed lights, acoustic instruments, and plenty of opportunities for movement and tactile exploration. Although each group will vary slightly based on the needs of those in attendance, you can expect a greeting song, […]

Donation

Preschool Skate at Oaks Park

Oaks Amusement Park 7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR

Preschool Skate is back! Tuesday & Wednesday mornings it's a special skating session just for kids 6 and younger and their families. It includes a 15-minute group lesson, snack time, and a visit from Chipper the Squirrel. One free adult per child. Shoes and Strollers are welcome on the skating floor during Preschool skate.

$13

Lunar New Year 2025: The Year of the Snake

Lan Su Chinese Garden

Join Lan Su Chinese Garden for the most iconic Lunar New Year celebration in the Pacific Northwest! Welcome The Year of the Snake by exploring Lan Su adorned with dazzling lantern sculptures from China and taking part in interactive cultural activities that bring the celebration to life. Family-friendly activities during daytime hours will include: - […]

$16.00
Event Series Indoor Play Park

Indoor Play Park

Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, Oregon

Come mingle with other families at Indoor Play Park! Your children will love the riding cars, scooters, and balls in our vintage gymnasium, or the colorful mats and climbing equipment in our safe and fun tumbling studio. The gym is open on Tuesdays, 10:15-12:15. The studio is open Wednesday and Friday, 10:15-12:15. $8 per child, or […]

$8

Valentine’s Dance – Griffin’s Place

Hidden Creek Community Center 5100 NE Hidden Creek Dr, Hillsboro, OR, United States

Join Griffin's Place for some Valentines fun! You'll LOVE this party with have music, dancing, games, food, and crafts! This is an adaptive recreation opportunity designed for teens and adults who experience disability. 14 yrs +, Mixed This activity is hosted through a partnership with Griffin's Place and Hillsboro Parks & Recreation to create meaningful connections […]

$10

Sing, Sign and Play @ SWPMA PLAY!

SWPMA PLAY! 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, United States

Join longtime educators Lara and Wally Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! every Tuesday and Thursday for weekly meetups for littles ages 0-4. *No class on Jan 28th. This is a calm, clean and welcoming space, where people take the time to visit and play. People can come in as early as […]

$1 – $10

Music Exploration with Teacher David

Wonderwood Springs 7410 N Chicago Ave, Portland, OR

NEW TIME! Thursday mornings at 10am, teacher David will be hosting a weekly music class for kiddos age 1-5! The class is called Music Exploration and eery week, you’ll learn about a different genre of music. Anywhere from rock, to jazz, to TV themes. You’ll also learn about the ABCs, 123s, and have a whole […]

$10 – $20

Family Martial Arts For Ages 3/4 @ SWPMA PLAY!

SWPMA PLAY! 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, United States

Join longtime educators and lead instructors at Southwest Portland Martial Arts - Sifu Wally & Lara Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! at 5315 SW Capitol Highway in Hillsdale Town Center, for ninjas ages 3 & 4. These are age-appropriate, play-based movement classes, where people take the time to connect with others, […]

$15 – $25

Indoor Play Park

Cedar Hill Recreation Center

Bring your children and play indoors out of the weather.  Families with children 6 and under are welcome to gather and interact developing motor and social skills during indoor play. Adult supervision is required.

$5.75 – $7.75

Lunar New Year 2025: The Year of the Snake

Lan Su Chinese Garden

Join Lan Su Chinese Garden for the most iconic Lunar New Year celebration in the Pacific Northwest! Welcome The Year of the Snake by exploring Lan Su adorned with dazzling lantern sculptures from China and taking part in interactive cultural activities that bring the celebration to life. Family-friendly activities during daytime hours will include: - […]

$16.00

Free First Thursdays at PAM

Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR

Museum admission is free on the first Thursday of every month from 10 a.m. to 7 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.

Free

Free First Thursday

Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR

Come enjoy Psychedelic Rock Posters and Fashion of the 1960s and Throughlines: Connections in the Collection on Free First Thursday, offering free Portland Art Museum admission for the community all day. Thanks to generous support provided by the Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All Program, Museum admission is free on the first Thursday of every month from 10 a.m. to […]

Free

Music Exploration with Zazzy Zoe at Hammer + Jacks

Hammer + Jacks Toy Store 6406 SE Foster Rd., Portland, OR, United States

Come sing and learn about music making in this weekly drop-in class with Zazzy Zoe! Every Thursday at 10:30AM, come for a special music lesson filled with singing, movement and music with Zazzy Zoe! 🥁🎶 During these interactive music sessions, participants will begin to learn and practice simple fundamentals of music, all while having a […]

$10 – $15

O Story Time with Olive & Dingo

Hammer + Jacks Toy Store 6406 SE Foster Rd., Portland, OR, United States

Come and join Olive + Dingo for an enchanting after-school special show every 1st Thursday of the month at 4 PM! Get ready for a blast as Olive and Dingo light up the stage with their whimsical storybook performances and playful songs! It's a delightful experience for kids and parents alike, with the dynamic duo […]

$5
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