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  • Waning Gibbous Art Show

    Waning Gibbous Art Show

    yardbirds coffee 4502 NE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR, United States

    Hand-made paper by local artist Romana Sena is available for you to draw your art on to be hung alongside her art at yardbirds coffee shop!

    Free
  • Storytime at Washington County Libraries

    Storytime at Washington County Libraries

    Libraries across Washington County

    There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.

    Free
  • Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries

    Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries

    Libraries across Mulnomah County

    There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]

    Free
  • Find Your Heart in Happy Valley

    Find Your Heart in Happy Valley

    Happy Valley

    Kick off the new year with a city-wide treasure hunt! From Jan 5–30, we’re hiding handmade glass hearts by local artist Sweet Lomy Art all around Happy Valley and you could be one of the lucky adventurers to find one! Every Monday at 10am, a new clue will drop online, leading explorers to secret spots […]

    Free
  • Studio Ghibli Film Fest

    Studio Ghibli Film Fest

    OMSI

    OMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Howl’s Moving Castle, and The Boy and the Heron. The festival launches with an opening celebration of the recent 4K restoration […]

    $16 – $22
  • Winter Scavenger Hunt at Bridgeport Village

    Winter Scavenger Hunt at Bridgeport Village

    Bridgeport Village

    WINTER SCAVENGER HUNT January 15 - February 15 Wander around Bridgeport Village to spot all 12 penguin stickers! Jot down the store where each penguin is hiding and check it off the list. Once you've found them all, return to the Security Office with your completed checklist for a small prize!* Checklists are available in […]

    Free
  • Waning Gibbous Art Show

    Waning Gibbous Art Show

    yardbirds coffee 4502 NE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR, United States

    Hand-made paper by local artist Romana Sena is available for you to draw your art on to be hung alongside her art at yardbirds coffee shop!

    Free
  • Tree Time! Preschool Walks

    Tree Time! Preschool Walks

    Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

    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 volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]

    $5 – $8

  • Cozy Campfire Tales

    Little Nestlings Early Learning Center 19200 Willamette Drive, West Linn, O, United States

    Experience the magic of storytelling, crafting, and singing at our Cozy Campfire Tales event! Gather around our "campfire" for a heartwarming reading of Owl Moon by Jane Yolen, a beloved tale about the wonders of nature and nighttime adventures. We'll also have indoor campfire sing-along, where families can enjoy favorite tunes in a cozy and welcoming setting. […]

    Free
  • Kids’ Mornings at Oaks Park Roller Rink

    Kids’ Mornings at Oaks Park Roller Rink

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

    Enjoy a kid-centered skating session featuring a special playlist of kid-friendly hits, skate games, a visit from Chipper the Squirrel. During October-May, the session also features a short group lesson taught by a certified coach. One adult skates free per child. Saturdays, 10-11:30 AM $13 per child 10 & younger only

    $13

  • Cocoa With A Cop

    Washinton Square Mall

    You're invited to join Tigard Police for hot cocoa and treats! Meet the officers who serve your community, ask them questions and learn about a day in the life of a police officer. All are welcome; this is a family friendly event. Families with children are encouraged to attend. This is at Washington Square Mall's Nordstrom […]

    Free

  • Hillsboro Parent Preschool Open House

    Hillsboro Parent Preschool 168 NE Eighth Ave, Hillsboro, OR, United States

    Hillsboro Parent Preschool is a unique, parent co-op preschool located in historic downtown Hillsboro. We are Reggio Emilia inspired and value learning through play! We prioritize daily outdoor time, with almost half of each class day being spent outside. Come meet our amazing teacher, and play in our indoor and outdoor classrooms!

    Free

  • Portland Waldorf School Open House

    Portland Waldorf School 2300 SE Harrison St, Milwaukie, OR, United States

    Open House for Nursery - Grade 8 at Portland Waldorf School in Downtown Milwaukie, January 24 from 10am-12pm

    Free

  • Hillsboro Parent Preschool Open House

    Hillsboro Parent Preschool 168 NE Eighth Ave, Hillsboro, OR, United States

    Hillsboro Parent Preschool has been a beloved institution in Hillsboro for over forty years! Located in downtown Hillsboro, HPP is a nurturing environment for children ages 3 to 5 and embraces a child's inherent love of learning. Both inside and outside our classroom, parents work together to support our educator to create an environment that […]

    Free
  • Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center

    Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center

    Pearson Field Education Center 201 A E Reserve St, Vacouver, WA, United States

    Welcome to Open Saturday at Education Center on Pearson Field in Vancouver, WA! Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is perfect for youth of all ages to experience hands-on learning and exploration. Explore our flight simulator lab featuring Kerbal Space Program and Microsoft Flight Simulator, […]

    Free

  • Yeti Storytime

    Green Bean Books 1600 NE Alberta Street, Portland, OR

    Green Bean Books will be bringing some whimsy this winter with their Yeti Story Time and Visit on Saturday, January 24th at 11am. They will be reading fun yeti stories and then attendees will have the opportunity to meet a Yeti and get their pictures taken!

    Free
  • Saturday Movies at Ponzi

    Saturday Movies at Ponzi

    Ponzi Vineyards 19500 SW MOUNTAIN HOME RD, SHERWOOD, OR, United States

    Join us Saturdays at 11am for January movies at Ponzi—where parents come for the wine and kids come for the treats. Enjoy family-friendly favorites on the screen: K-Pop Demon Hunters (1/10), Zootopia (1/17), Ratatouille (1/24), and How to Train Your Dragon (1/31). We’ll have classic mac and cheese for the kids, plus a grown-up version […]

  • Wonderlove Winter Wellness Weekend!

    Wonderlove Winter Wellness Weekend!

    WonderLove 262 SE MAIN ST., PORTLAND, OR, United States

    Join us for a cozy indoor/outdoor 2 Day Winter Wellness Weekend featuring Vendors, Our New Outdoor Tent / Mocktail Menu, Food Carts, & more! WHAT TO EXPECT: -Over 20 Health & Wellness Vendors featuring a variety of goods and products to help get your new year started off on a great foot! Featuring items such […]

    Free
  • Portland Tacos, Tequila and Tamales Festival

    Portland Tacos, Tequila and Tamales Festival

    Portland Expo Center 2060 N. Marine Dr., Portland, OR, United States

    Get ready for a flavorful weekend at the 2nd Annual Portland Tacos, Tequila, and Tamales Festival, happening Expo Center! Bringing together the best of Portland’s food scene with a celebration of Latin American cuisine and culture. Enjoy pop-up shops and goods for sale from local artists, as well. Admissions Saturday Admission Adult: $22.00 - includes […]

    Free – $22

  • Oregon City Swimming Pool 60th Birthday Celebration

    Oregon City Swimming Pool 1211 Jackson St., Oregon City, OR, United States

    On Saturday, January 24, the Oregon City Swimming Pool will host a FREE Rec. Swim at 12:30 pm, followed by a Celebration in the Community Room starting at 2 pm. Join us for games, prizes, cake, memories from the past 60 years, and so much more! No pre-registration required. Editor’s note: This event is a […]

    Free
  • Autoretrato de Fridita

    Autoretrato de Fridita

    Milagro 525 Southeast Stark Street, Portland, OR, United States

    As a child during the Mexican Revolution, a young Frida Kahlo helps her mother dress the wounds of soldiers and discovers the world of photography through her father. With the onset of Polio, her parents keep her away from bullies and other harm in the streets, but she is so lonely. With the help of […]

    $22 – $25
  • Storytime at Washington County Libraries

    Storytime at Washington County Libraries

    Libraries across Washington County

    There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.

    Free
  • Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries

    Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries

    Libraries across Mulnomah County

    There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]

    Free
  • Find Your Heart in Happy Valley

    Find Your Heart in Happy Valley

    Happy Valley

    Kick off the new year with a city-wide treasure hunt! From Jan 5–30, we’re hiding handmade glass hearts by local artist Sweet Lomy Art all around Happy Valley and you could be one of the lucky adventurers to find one! Every Monday at 10am, a new clue will drop online, leading explorers to secret spots […]

    Free
  • Studio Ghibli Film Fest

    Studio Ghibli Film Fest

    OMSI

    OMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Howl’s Moving Castle, and The Boy and the Heron. The festival launches with an opening celebration of the recent 4K restoration […]

    $16 – $22
  • Winter Scavenger Hunt at Bridgeport Village

    Winter Scavenger Hunt at Bridgeport Village

    Bridgeport Village

    WINTER SCAVENGER HUNT January 15 - February 15 Wander around Bridgeport Village to spot all 12 penguin stickers! Jot down the store where each penguin is hiding and check it off the list. Once you've found them all, return to the Security Office with your completed checklist for a small prize!* Checklists are available in […]

    Free
  • Ilan Katan Open House!

    Ilan Katan Open House

    Maayan Torah Day School 2 Touchstone, Lake Oswego, O, United States

    Come explore Ilan Katan's nurturing, playful environment, meet our educators, and learn more about our program for children 6 weeks through Pre-K. Registration is not required to attend! This event is designed for ages 0-5.  Link to register:  https://fs29.formsite.com/yqKYQG/ds7ohsfvfq/index

    Free
  • Charise Mericle Harper: WRONG FRIEND

    Charise Mericle Harper: WRONG FRIEND

    Literary Arts Bookstore 716 SE Grand Ave, Portland, O, United States

    Join the Literary Arts Bookstore for a very special event with Charise Mericle Harper for the release of her latest graphic novel, Wrong Friend! About the book: What happens when your BFF is no longer forever? A fresh and honest graphic novel about friendships lost and found. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier! Charise and Casey […]

    Free
  • Waning Gibbous Art Show

    Waning Gibbous Art Show

    yardbirds coffee 4502 NE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR, United States

    Hand-made paper by local artist Romana Sena is available for you to draw your art on to be hung alongside her art at yardbirds coffee shop!

    Free

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