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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 […]
Ethos Music Center is thrilled to introduce our Community Drop-in Sessions. We have something new for music lovers of all ages and genres. Including… Community Jam Session & Drum Circle: Experience this joyful and energetic group making music in a fun and welcoming space. Drums are provided or bring any instrument of your choice. All […]
The Teddy Bear Parade is a one-hour processional over a 1.10-mile route and an Oregon City family and community tradition for almost 30 years with fun floats of all sights and sounds! The parade gathers teddy bears and stuffed animals that are then given to law enforcement agencies, fire departments, emergency rooms, children’s help centers, […]
Mother's Day Step-by-Step Painting Class Celebrate Mother's Day by joining us for a fun and creative painting class at Chuck's Produce & Street Market! No experience is necessary as our Uplift Artist, Lilian, will guide you through creating a beautiful masterpiece step-by-step. This in-person event is the perfect way to spend quality time with your mom or loved one. […]
Submerge yourself in the world of salmon! In the Tillamook State Forest, salmon live in the cool, clear rivers that run through the Coast Range. Join us on May 10th and 11th at 11 am, to explore life cycles, habitat requirements, and the underwater oasis of these dynamic fish. After a short presentation, we will […]
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 […]
Join us every Saturday as Gerard Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books generously donated by our neighbor’s Twin Rivers Books. Family friend, family fun, FREE!
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/
On May 10th, 2025, from 11-1pm, join us for an an extra special, one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day Blooms & Tea Workshop in the heart of our apple orchard. Not only will you spend the day crafting a beautiful, elaborate floral arrangement using locally-sourced flowers, but we’ve teamed up with Daisi & Co. to provide an exquisite […]
Ethos Music Center is thrilled to introduce our Community Drop-in Sessions. We have something new for music lovers of all ages and genres. Including… Music & Mindfulness: Enjoy the health benefits of mindfulness meditation while making music! A playful and relaxing class for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Work with your own instrument […]
🌸 Heather’s House Annual Mother’s Day Tea 🌸 We are excited to invite you for an afternoon of tea, delicious treats, and heartwarming moments. Join us for a special celebration honoring mothers! Our Annual Mother’s Day Tea is coming up, and we would love for you to be a part of it! 📅 Date: May 10th⏰ Time: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM📍 Location: Groove […]
The St. Johns Parade is the oldest and only all-donation and volunteer parade! Since 1963, people from near and far have looked forward to the marking the start of summer at the St. Johns Parade. Many families have their favorite viewing spot and many who have moved away come home for this special weekend 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.
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 […]
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 […]
