Monsters of the Abyss Featured Exhibit at OMSI
OMSIOMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked […]
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OMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Try a free class with Music Together of Portland this week! Experience the magic of family music-making within a joyful, welcoming community! Babies classes for pre-crawling infants, birth to 8 […]
Enjoy an early evening of skating at Lloyd Center Mall each weekend! Their Rock and Skate features a special DJ and a discounted price for skating.
Enjoy a free puppet show from Dragon Theater Puppets and Princesses every Friday at 6pm at PlayDate PDX! Note: if your kiddos beg to play on the play structure, admission […]
OMSI is excited to host their fourth-annual Native American Community Science Night! This family friendly event welcomes visitors of all ages for a night of museum exploring, science demos, lectures, […]
Blast off through the solar system as the Beaverton Symphony Orchestra performs Gustav Holst's The Planets with vivid storytelling narrated by All Classical Radio's Christa Wessel. The Planets... and Beyond! tells the story of […]
Imagine a Bollywood musical, larger than life and with synchronized dance moves – that’s your typicalDJ PRASHANT experience! At this interactive event you’ll learn dance moves set to the world's […]
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 […]
OMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Hop on your bikes as a family for a weekly bike ride! This is an all-ages/all-abilities ride from Southeast Portland to the PSU Farmers’ Market. This ride helps support local […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Open House for Nursery - Grade 8 at Portland Waldorf School in Downtown Milwaukie, January 24 from 10am-12pm
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 […]
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 […]
Join us every Saturday as Gerard "The Bard" Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books are generously donated by our neighbors at Twin Rivers Books. Free […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
It’s cold outside, but campground reservation season starts early.