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Join us for the Kids Clothing & Gear Swap at Wildlings Play Place! Bring in your freshly washed, gently used clothing (size 0–12 yrs ) and kid gear to swap on Friday, May 16 from 12–6 PM. Drop-offs accepted April 18–May 14. Fill a bag FREE when you donate items, or shop for $10! Kids […]
Join Literacy Lady PDX for stories, play and songs in the Happy Place at Hammer + Jacks. Ages 0 - confident walkers.
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 […]
Mr. Hoo is at Mississippi Pizza every 1st Friday & 3rd Friday! Third Fridays he plays solo (or often with his son Aidan on bass). Get some yummy pizza, an adult beverage and watch the kids dance while Mr. Hoo plays fun music for families. And best of all, you don’t have to do the […]
Classical Up Close is an annual festival of FREE concerts from the world-class musicians of the Oregon Symphony and their friends. Audience experience is friendly and relaxed; allowing for interactions with the musicians in a way no other concert series in Portland offers. There are no tickets for these concerts, and seating is first-come first-seated. […]
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 […]
Mobaya: Coming of Age is a vibrant, multi-generational dance performance that brings to life the rich traditions of Mali & Guinea with live West African music. The Sebé Kan Youth African Dance Company's performance centers on the journey of young women coming of age in a community deeply rooted in tradition yet facing the realities […]
See How They Run By Philip King Directed by Rick Hoover May 2 – 18 2025, Fri/Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm Rise Church 10445 SW Canterbury Ln, Tigard, OR 97224 The swift action, impossibly hilarious situations and rib-tickling plot in this long-running London hit will leave audiences exhausted with laughter. In an English vicarage, the vicar […]
You do not want to miss the USAF F-35A Lightning II Demo Team, the Patriots Jet Team, warbirds from Erickson Aircraft Collection, Vicky Benzing, and more! Check out our website to secure your tickets to 2025 Oregon International Air Show at Hillsboro on May 16 - 18 at the Hillsboro Airport today.
75 years ago, the tiny town of McMinnville, Oregon was struck with UFO fever when a local couple spotted a flying disc over their farm, making national news. 50 years later, the fever descended again with the very first UFO Festival. Time warp to today and our 25th annual festival! This year you’ll find the […]
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.
The roster for the 2025 St. Johns Farmers Market season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. New this year, SJFM is excited to partner with OSU Extension Service to bring hands-on nutrition education to the kids activity booth. The program, […]
Get S.T.E.A.M.'d Up! A Day of Discovery for Kids at Powerland Heritage Park Portland-area families, get ready for an unforgettable day trip! Powerland Heritage Park in Salem invites you to S.T.E.A.M.'d Up for Kids – a fantastic event packed with hands-on fun designed to ignite your child's curiosity in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Held at […]
Come meet the newest (and cutest!) members of the farm. With over 80 friendly animals and activities spanning 10+ acres, there’s always something new to discover at Frog Pond Farm. Bounce to your heart’s content in the covered Bounce Park, explore the playgrounds, feed the animals, catch a show, or just kick back and soak […]
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… Groovin Guppies every Saturday @ 9:30 - 10:20 am Bring your 0-5 yr old and join our Program Director, Lauren, for some music, movement and stories. (Or, schedule ahead to bring […]
