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Children's Theatre - Beaverton Civic Theatre at the Beaverton City Library When: May 10 and 11 Time: 11am and 1pm shows City Library: Mercy Watson to the rescue! Check event host's site for details: https://www.beavertoncivictheatre.org/
Since 1954, Molalla Train Park has held a special place in the hearts of families Tailored to train enthusiasts, the park offers exciting train rides from May to October. The gates open at 11:00am, allowing visitors to board the train promptly at 11:30am We are open each Sunday May-October 11am-4pm unless we have a special […]
Get a special free ice skating session on Mother’s Day at Lloyd Center Ice Rink! Moms get free skate admission. There will be a photo backdrop for memorable snapshots. Bonus: there's goodie bags for moms, too!
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.
You're invited to the Mad Hatter's Tea Party! Put on your tea party finest and join Northwest Children's Theater for the Mad Hatter's Tea Party, an interactive and magical new show! Complete with sweet treats and tasty snacks, your family will be smiling from ear to ear as the show unfolds around you. $25 Youth […]
This Mother’s Day, celebrate with a hands-on cake-decorating class at Cake Hoopla. Spend quality time together as you decorate a beautiful floral-themed cake, creating sweet memories Mom will cherish forever. One booking includes one cake decorated between up to two people—perfect for a parent and child, a pair of siblings, or best friends! If you […]
A workshop to celebrate the caregivers in your life! Join us for a workshop on illustrating a crankie for a loved one on Mother’s Day Weekend. Kids will receive their own scrolling picture story kit (a crankie!) to design and illustrate. From 2 years old and up this workshop is designed to adapt for any […]
Krayon Kids Musical Theatre is once again bringing magic to the stage with its upcoming production of Alice in Wonderland Jr. The show features a vibrant cast of talented local kids, ages 7 to 18, who have been hard at work rehearsing for this whimsical adventure. This cast is ready to take audiences down the […]
You are invited to a Planting Party! Come and get dirty with us at Midtown Beer Garden for a day of planting! Giant flower pots to bring beauty back to downtown Portland! Kids can plant seed pots and take them home for Mother’s Day! This event is family friendly and free!
Explore the mansion at your leisure after tea service. Seatings at 2:30, 3:00 and 3:30 Tea service lasts 60 to 90 minutes Parlor & Fireside seating: $65 for adults Amanda Cole, Winnie Holgate, and Eliza Barchus Rooms: $70 for adults Children: $35. *Seating for tea is on the cozy side with antique furniture and dishes. […]
Come on down this Sunday for our planting party here @midtownbeergardenpdx ! Help us add flowers to giant planters to beautify downtown. Kids can plant seeds and decorate pots for Mom! Refreshing horchata, Jamaica and seasonal Frescas from @stellasrotisserie free for participants! Music and all ages karaoke on the stage. Sunday, May 11 · 2 - 6pm PDT […]
You're invited to the Mad Hatter's Tea Party! Put on your tea party finest and join Northwest Children's Theater for the Mad Hatter's Tea Party, an interactive and magical new show! Complete with sweet treats and tasty snacks, your family will be smiling from ear to ear as the show unfolds around you. $25 Youth […]
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 Bottle & Bottega at our studio for a painting party! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED. Step-by-step painting instruction is provided by one of our talented artists. The ticket price includes all paint supplies, instruction, aprons, and a 16x20 take-home canvas. Check-in from 3:30 - 4:00 PM.* Painting starts promptly at 4:00 and goes until 6:00 PM. […]
Join us for a special Mother’s Day edition of Self-Care Sunday, with our friends from woo-woo! We’ll hold a moment of self-care before a screening of the beautiful film Every Little Thing, which chronicles one woman’s quest to save every injured hummingbird in Los Angeles. Before the film, join us for a 20-minute Metta Bhavana […]
