Join Walters Cultural Arts Center for an afternoon of singing, dancing, and family fun when Colombian-born songwriter and performer Nathalia Palis takes the stage. Through her fun, interactive, and original bilingual music, learn about the world while exploring songs of empowerment and discovery through heartfelt melodies and lyrics. Exploring a variety of imaginative themes, Nathalia […]
Fathom, created by the local Roboto Octopodo collecive is an immersive underwater-themed art experience and world full of creativity and surprises featuring whimsical sculptures and objects for visitors to interact with. Prices: $22 - General Admission $20 - Youth (4-12), Seniors, Military with valid ID FREE - Ages 3 & under FREE - Within 7 […]
Join us on March 14-17, 2025, for the Kells Portland Irish Festival! Experience the best of Irish culture at Kells Brewery, Kells Irish Pub, and Tom McCall Waterfront Park. A weekend of music, food, and fun awaits! Get ready for three days of vibrant Irish culture and fun. Kell's Irish festival spans three locations over […]
Join Columbia Play Project for free play. Themes: Jan 26: Markerspace: Build a Robot! Sensory space with feature kinetic sand. Jan 27: Markerspace: Build a Robot! The Sensory table will feature kinetic sand. Other activities may include Big Blue Blocks, Duplos, Trains or the wind tunnel. Feb 2: Markerspace: The Science of Sound! Sensory space […]
Join us for a flower-tastic morning of learning and fun! WHEN: Monday, March 24th, from 9:30 to 10:15 AM WHERE: 3703 SE Cesar E. Chavez BlvdCOST: Each class is just $20 – bring or refer a friend to get 15% OFF! This week's theme will be "Plants & Flowers", all of our songs and stories […]
Tree Time! preschool walks are a safe and fun way to get outside with your little one. Come 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 […]
When PPS and many Portland-area schools are out for spring break, it also happens to be a wonderful time to explore nature at Hoyt Arboretum! Each day there will be an exploration station with an educator ready to share a new nature topic with you. Hands-on activities and fun facts will help youth connect with […]
Get ready to unleash your imagination in this two-day Spring Break intensive, where you’ll dive into the world of augmented reality (AR) drawings & animation! Using an AR app and an iPad, you’ll bring your drawings and animations to life, layering them onto existing art works in the Portland Art Museum’s exhibition Monet’s Floating Worlds […]
Leap into Spring Break with a sprinkle of fairy dust and a splash of froggy fun March 22–April 19! Step into the magical world of Frog Hollow, where enchantment awaits at every turn. Craft dazzling fairy wings, fold frogigami, build fairy homes, meet the Bayou Princess & Tinker Fairy from Emerald Kingdom Parties, and enjoy even more surprises! […]
Join us as we kick off our Free Day Series at the Discovery Museum, proudly sponsored by the Ben B. Cheney Foundation. It’s not just the start of a new series—we’re also celebrating the 120th birthday of Ben B. Cheney! Come for the cake, stay for the forest! Explore the wonders of World Forestry Center’s […]
Use your creativity to make your own book celebrating this popular character. Ages 6-11
Led by head coach Sergi Oliva, Rip City Remix returns for its second season at the Chiles Center on the University of Portland’s campus in North Portland this for the 2024-25 season. Games will continue to offer a family-friendly experience for fans at an accessible price point, with the chance to witness some of the […]
Join us on March 14-17, 2025, for the Kells Portland Irish Festival! Experience the best of Irish culture at Kells Brewery, Kells Irish Pub, and Tom McCall Waterfront Park. A weekend of music, food, and fun awaits! Get ready for three days of vibrant Irish culture and fun. Kell's Irish festival spans three locations over […]
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 […]
Bring your little ones for drop-in fun, available every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday! Drop-in for messy art, sensory exploration, and open-ended play, or join us for a group or class. Best suited to kids ages 0-5, though all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
When PPS and many Portland-area schools are out for spring break, it also happens to be a wonderful time to explore nature at Hoyt Arboretum! Each day there will be an exploration station with an educator ready to share a new nature topic with you. Hands-on activities and fun facts will help youth connect with […]
Buy one open play entry and get one free every Tuesday starting in March at our Indoor Playground!
Leap into Spring Break with a sprinkle of fairy dust and a splash of froggy fun March 22–April 19! Step into the magical world of Frog Hollow, where enchantment awaits at every turn. Craft dazzling fairy wings, fold frogigami, build fairy homes, meet the Bayou Princess & Tinker Fairy from Emerald Kingdom Parties, and enjoy even more surprises! […]
Mr. Hoo is playing a special bonus show at SWPMA PLAY! on the Tuesday of Spring Break week! Enjoy live music in a clean, safe, and open padded environment…where children are free to move around to the music and play. Open gym equipment is put out after the show, so attendees can play & socialize […]
Hey Dads! Bring your kids and join us every Tuesday from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM for playtime, community-building, pizza, and fun! This group is open to anyone who identifies as a dad and has children ages 0-5 (older kids are welcome too). Please enter through the classroom door, behind the playground on 72nd Ave!
With Lisa Lyons (Decoding Dyslexia) and Melinda LePore (Tutor and PPS Reading Specialist). This session will explore various tutoring options, highlighting the importance of tailored, evidence-based approaches to support dyslexic learners and other students who are struggling to read.
Join us on March 14-17, 2025, for the Kells Portland Irish Festival! Experience the best of Irish culture at Kells Brewery, Kells Irish Pub, and Tom McCall Waterfront Park. A weekend of music, food, and fun awaits! Get ready for three days of vibrant Irish culture and fun. Kell's Irish festival spans three locations over […]
Bring your little ones for drop-in fun, available every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday! Drop-in for messy art, sensory exploration, and open-ended play, or join us for a group or class. Best suited to kids ages 0-5, though all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
No Sign-ups necessary suggested donation $20 per family Sing in Spanish and English with Teacher Brittany around her Guitarra! Through the magic of finger play, imagination exercises and song, she is here to help you explore motor skills, language development, and mind-body awareness. All bodies are good bodies, so come as you are. Perfect for ages 0-3. Recommended donation […]
When PPS and many Portland-area schools are out for spring break, it also happens to be a wonderful time to explore nature at Hoyt Arboretum! Each day there will be an exploration station with an educator ready to share a new nature topic with you. Hands-on activities and fun facts will help youth connect with […]
Leap into Spring Break with a sprinkle of fairy dust and a splash of froggy fun March 22–April 19! Step into the magical world of Frog Hollow, where enchantment awaits at every turn. Craft dazzling fairy wings, fold frogigami, build fairy homes, meet the Bayou Princess & Tinker Fairy from Emerald Kingdom Parties, and enjoy even more surprises! […]
Drop in and build with LEGOs.
Spring Break and spring flowers! Create a beautiful bouquet using different pipe cleaner techniques at our teen crafternoon event. Ages 11-18, Registration Required
Join us on March 14-17, 2025, for the Kells Portland Irish Festival! Experience the best of Irish culture at Kells Brewery, Kells Irish Pub, and Tom McCall Waterfront Park. A weekend of music, food, and fun awaits! Get ready for three days of vibrant Irish culture and fun. Kell's Irish festival spans three locations over […]
