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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, […]
Join us every Thursday at 10:30AM in Hammer + Jacks, come for a special music lesson filled with singing, movement and music with Zazzy Zoe! 🥁🎶 During these interactive music sessions, participants will begin to learn and practice simple fundamentals of music, all while having a blast singing and/or acting out silly and interesting songs […]
The Greater Portland Young Parent Fair is an event to empower young parents in connecting with local resources and opportunities while having fun with their families. What is it? This event designed for teen/young parents up to 25 years of age. So we make sure it is not only helpful but fun as well. Picture a resource fair with free […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 (0-14ish months).
May 9-11, 2025: Mother’s Day Special Drop: 50 floats Be on the lookout for the colorful twinkle of a hand-blown glass float for Mom when you’re exploring our beaches. As the name says, Finders Keepers! Discover random acts of findness in Lincoln City, with one of our defining promotions—Finders Keepers. Over 3,000 glass treasures are […]
Shopper information for our 2025 Mother’s Day Weekend Plant Sale Our 2025 plant sale will be held May 9th and 10th from 9-3 by appointment only, and Sunday, May 11th from 10-1 with no appointments needed. Foundation members received early access to sign up for shopping appointments. To everyone that shops at our Mother’s Day […]
K9 Sports Agility Trials will take place in the Dr. Jack Giesy Arena. Location: 17402 NE Delfel Rd, Ridgefield, WA 9864 Dr. Jack Giesy Arena Event Hours: Friday, May 9th, 8:30am - 5:00pm Saturday, May 10th, 8:30am - 5:00pm Sunday, May 11th, 8:30am - 4:00pm Free Admission. Free Parking. Enter through Purple Gate.
Learn about electricity and how circuits work at FLIP on Fridays. With a little parental guidance, kids can make cups draw, toothbrushes walk, and more. All our other exhibits will be open as well, including our cartoon-making room, green screen stage, wind tunnels, and forts. The FLIP Museum stands for Fun, Learning, Inspiration, and Play […]
Ladybug Nature Walk at Powell Butte – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (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, and children borrow a small […]
Free community gatherings for families with young children. 2nd and 4th Fridays from 10:00-11:30 am. 2nd Fridays: playgroup / 4th Fridays: enrichment class, childcare (for ages 12 mo – 5 yrs) provided with RSVP. 2025 Dates & Topics: January 24: Parenting for Social Justice Empowering children to stand up for others with empathy and action […]
We’re kicking off spring by celebrating all the amazing mothers in our lives — and we’re doing it in style on the farm! Join us May 9th & 10th for a beautiful springtime event featuring Mountainside Market Scholls and their incredible lineup of local vendors. You’ll find everything from handmade goods and baked treats (hello, […]
Enjoy high-energy folk songs and puppet friends with Red Yarn, every second Friday at the Sellwood Community House! Stay for indoor play park after the show. $10/child. Adults free.
Join our fun-loving teachers for stories, activities, play time and a puppet show. This special event is free. Registration is required as space is very limited. If you are unable to attend, we kindly ask you to cancel your reservation so a space may open up for another. My Gym Gripper Socks are REQUIRED for […]
