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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 […]
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.
Eid Mubarak! We are celebrating the Festial of Breaking the Fast (Eid al-Fitr) at FLIP this week. Ramadan has ended, as signified by the emergence of a crescent moon this past weekend. So, let's breakout the kids scissors and paint and have some fun making a mobile you can hang up at home, or in […]
Join longtime educators and lead instructors at Southwest Portland Martial Arts - Sifu Wally & Lara Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! at 5315 SW Capitol Highway in Hillsdale Town Center, for ninjas ages 3 & 4. These are age-appropriate, play-based movement classes, where people take the time to connect with others, […]
Drop in to messy art class at the PlayLab, SCH's annex space. Create. Have Fun. Get Messy. This drop in class is perfect for littles 18 months to 5 years of age. Adult participation required. No registration required. Cost include materials and open play at the PlayLab after class! Thursdays 10:00-10:45 AM.
In music, “do” is foundational, just like the first few months of life. Grow and bond with your infant as we explore the world around us through song, movement, and play. Grownups will be guided through activities that encourage age appropriate development while gaining support and friendship along the way. This class is taught as […]
Join Literacy Lady PDX at her brick and mortar space, the Literacy Kid Lounge for.baby playgroup. We will have storytime, music and play. Plus caregivers get to meet other caregivers in a warm welcoming environment! Ages newborn to wobbly walkers.
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 […]
Make a mess at FLIP on Thursdays. We set up the oobleck supplies so you can mix and play all afternoon. Let us deal with the mess, so you kids can explore this fun STEM, sensory experience. Of course, all the normal exhibits will be available as well, including the cartoon-making room, green screen stage, […]
Eggsplore Canby is a fun-filled evening where families can explore downtown Canby, collecting eggs from local businesses—just like trick-or-treating, but with eggs! Along the way, enjoy live music, delicious treats, and exciting surprises. Don’t forget to stop by our Spring Market, where you’ll find activity booths, tasty goodies, and fun for all ages. Join us […]
To celebrate National Crayon Day, Staples is giving customers a free 24-pack of Crayola crayons with any purchase. This deal is available from March 30 to April 5, 2025. Only crayons with SKUs 24467860 or 24515966 are included in the giveaway. If you’re unsure, ask an employee for help. Limit one box per customer. Pick up […]
Embrace the World! ¡Abraza el mundo! 纵观世界! 世界をつつみこもう! You're invited to visit International School of Portland for an open house and learn more about our innovative Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese immersion programs and inquiry-based International Baccalaureate methodology! Presentations and tours will be offered at 9:00 and 10:30; please choose the time period that works best […]
Eid Mubarak! We are celebrating the Festial of Breaking the Fast (Eid al-Fitr) at FLIP this week. Ramadan has ended, as signified by the emergence of a crescent moon this past weekend. So, let's breakout the kids scissors and paint and have some fun making a mobile you can hang up at home, or in […]
Join Mr. Hoo every 1st and 3rd Friday as he plays live music for children of all ages. A mix of original and classic songs, egg shakers for the kids to participate, dancing, jumping, flying and lots of fun! $10-$20 per family recommended donation.
Ladybug Nature Walk at Tadpole Pond at Oaks Bottom – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 2-6 (and an adult) to explore a local Portland park. We move slowly through parks looking for plants and animals. Walks are led by a nature educator, […]
