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Celebrate Portland’s youth poets during our annual Verselandia! Youth Poetry Slam Championship.
Oregon’s favorite springtime event. From hot air balloons, wine tastings, and our specialty gift shop to our food & craft market, children’s play area, and endless photo opportunities. Our farm began growing tulips in 1975. And, in 1984, we opened our fields for Easter weekend… the rest, you may say, is history. Today, our tulip fields are open for Tulip Festival each spring, from […]
Hop Into Spring with Bunny Photos at Washington Square! Capture the magic of spring with Bunny Photos at Washington Square! Bring your little ones to meet the Easter Bunny and create heartwarming memories with a keepsake photo. With a festive backdrop and plenty of smiles, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the season! The Bunny's […]
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.
Come get at little sticky and make bird feeders with us on Wednesdays (no peanut butter involved). Or, make something else! Our new craft area means that kids can make crafts at any time during their visit, whether they are into the day's theme or not. Continue the theme with our other exhibits: Make a […]
Join British Swim School for an open house Splash-a-pool-ooza! Bring your child (age 3-6 yrs), to learn about water safety. Enjoy our water sensory stations and take part in our in-water demonstration. End the event with some free play in the pool!Please consider Pre-registration through our website due to limited availability to guarantee a spot […]
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! […]
Create springtime memories! Attend Mother Goose storytime inside Barnes & Noble at Bridgeport Village. Mother Goose will be the special guest at Barnes & Noble's weekly storytime, greeting children and reading aloud from her favorite storybooks. Following storytime, children may visit the activity table featuring coloring sheets and a fun spring craft. Make a day […]
Hop into the Magic of Spring! The Easter Bunny is making a special stop at Vancouver Mall! Gather your family and friends for a festive photo experience filled with springtime joy and magical memories. March 28 – April 19 Lower Level, JCPenney Court Hours Monday – Friday: 11AM-7PM Saturday: 10AM-8PM Sunday: 11AM-6PM Reservations are recommended but […]
The Nesting Course guides expecting parents through the essential aspects of preparing for life after baby arrives, focusing on both baby’s needs and the well-being of parents Each week covers key topics designed to foster a smooth transition, for first time or experienced parents. The class aims to help you feel more confident, and to […]
Join us for songs, snuggles, and support! Meet with other caregivers (of brand new tiny humans) in a safe, clean, calm, accepting environment. We'll sing some lullabies and get to know one another. Due to the this particular age group's sensitivity, MASKS WILL BE REQUIRED FOR ALL ACCOMPANYING GROWNUPS.
Instructor led play for all skill levels ages 2 - 6 years old. One hour time includes group warm up and open play time. A guardian must stay and be on the floor for any child under 3 years of age unless enrolled in our Discovery program. Parent is not an additional cost but all […]
Get ready to dig up some Easter fun at Oregon’s largest indoor sandbox! Kids will dig for eggs in the sand (bring your own basket!), then trade them in for a special goodie bag filled with surprises. Plus, they’ll get to meet the Easter Bunny for a fun photo! Sessions on Thu, Apr 16 & […]
Join us for the Stafford Primary School Open House! This exciting event is an opportunity for families to explore our school, meet the staff, and discover the engaging learning environment we provide for our students. You’ll have the chance to tour our school and learn about the curriculum that makes learning fun and meaningful. Our […]
4/16/2025: MLA K-8 Middle School Open House 4/17/2025: MLA K-8 Elementary School Open House
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 […]
