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Featured Events
OMSI Sci-Fi Film Festival
OMSIFor eight weeks this spring, OMSI’s 2024 Sci-Fi Film Festival will showcase over 40 of science fiction’s most memorable films on the Empirical Theater’s giant four-story screen. From genre classics such as 2001: A Space Odyssey to more recent favorites like Everything Everywhere All at Once, the festival’s offerings are sure to appeal to science fiction fans of all […]
HackYoung Olympiad 2024
Online Event N/A, PortlandJoin Codingal's exciting online HackYoung Olympiad 2024 for Grades 1 to 12. Showcase your coding and problem-solving skills. Whether you're new or experienced this competition is for you whether you're in elementary or high school. You can compete solo or in teams of up to three encouraging teamwork and skill improvement. The online format makes it accessible […]
Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens hosts Lilac Days
Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens 115 South Pekin Road, Woodland, WAEach year in the spring, the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens hosts Lilac Days to celebrate the beauty of lilacs in bloom. Visitors from around the world stroll through the gardens and buy their favorite lilacs. The gardens will be opening for spring for upcoming Lilac days April 20th to May 12th! Please check the calendar* for details. Event […]
Mother’s Day Tea Party at City Play for Kids
1.5 hr nighttime play session $35 a child Tea party favors, drinks & light snacks (fruits, cheeses, light bites) for adults & children Coffee & Tea for adults A Mother’s Day backdrop for sweet pictures with your family (bring your camera) Mother’s Day crafts for all kids Kids will get to build a real flower […]
Bard Bingo at Wonderwood Springs
Wonderwood Springs 7410 N Chicago Ave, Portland, ORBard Bingo at Portland Artist Mike Bennett's Wonderwood Springs is a lively bingo event hosted by a traveling bard's musical musings. Held every Tuesday night from 7pm to 9pm at 8811 N Lombard Street, this event features four exciting rounds with cards priced at $5 each. It's cash-only, offering chances to win various prizes such […]
NEW INDOOR PLAYSPACE — Junebug Play and Learning Open House
Junebug Play + Learning Space 110 S 65th Avenue Suite #106, Ridgefield, WACome join us for a FREE, family-friendly, fun-filled day at Junebug Play & Learning Space! Our Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony kicks off with a ribbon cutting presented by the Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce. From there, enjoy freebies throughout the day: * Donuts (all day) * Self-guided tours of the space (all day) * […]
Kids Story & Art @ Awake Coffee & Art
Awake Coffee & Art 7325 Se Milwalkie Ave, Portland, ORStory and Art for littles. Join the Awake Coffee Crew every Monday, Wednesday & Friday @10 am for story and kids crafts! Open time starts with a story. Crafts vary from clay bowls and fairy wands to lanterns and water colored creations. Younger siblings always welcome. Parents encouraged to chat, grab coffee and roam. Open […]
Indoor Playground
Mittleman Jewish Community CenterIndoor Playground (ages 6 mo. - 5 years) Play in our climate-controlled Sportsplex! Toys and equipment available, including a trampoline and gymnastics equipment. Adult must supervise their child(ren) while at Indoor Playground. Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 am - 12 pm Cost: $12. Member Cost: Free
Happy Space Free Play w/Purchase of $25+
Happy Place in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE Foster Rd, Portland, Oregon, United StatesNo sign-up needed come play and shop every Wednesday Come explore our indoor playground on Wednesdays we waive the fee if you make a purchase of $25 or more! For more information about our play area follow this link
Story Time with Sara Behrman
Mittleman Jewish Community CenterJoin local author Sara Behrman for this PJ Library event where she will read from her book, 'The Sea Hides a Seahorse' and lead the group in a coloring activity. This event welcomes the whole family!
Mother’s Day Tea Party at City Play for Kids
1.5 hr nighttime play session $35 a child Tea party favors, drinks & light snacks (fruits, cheeses, light bites) for adults & children Coffee & Tea for adults A Mother’s Day backdrop for sweet pictures with your family (bring your camera) Mother’s Day crafts for all kids Kids will get to build a real flower […]
Crossroads for Oregon Education: Funding, Outcomes, and Next Steps for Our Schools
Lincoln High SchoolFrom last November’s historic teacher strike in Portland Public Schools to reports of major budget shortfalls in several districts, school funding, class size, and educational outcomes have become a daily topic of conversation across Oregon. At the same time, recent data showed that Oregon is the only state in the nation where students have fallen further behind […]
“Sing, Sign, Story & Play” Community Classes
Southwest Portland Martial Arts 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, ORJoin educators, Wally & Lara Jones for the return of ongoing, weekly "Sing, Sign & Play" drop-in classes/meetups for littles ages 0-3 years (and their adults) at their clean, soft, padded play space of Southwest Portland Martial Arts in Hillsdale Town Center @ 6315 SW Capitol Highway 97239. Q's? info@southwestportlandmartialarts.com Loads of super fun soft […]
Toddler Storytime & Play
Sunrise Books 4605 NE Fremont St. Suite 208, Portland, OR, United StatesJoin us EVERY THURSDAY at 10am is TODDLER STORYTIME!!!!! We’ll sing, dance do a read aloud and have a rockin good time!!! Perfect for ages 18mo-4years. This storytime is FREE however, we accept donations to keep it going! Can’t wait to see ya!
Drop In Art! @ Awake Coffee & Art
Awake Coffee & Art 7325 Se Milwalkie Ave, Portland, ORWe are so excited to get crafty with you and your littles! Join us for the craft of the day, painting, beading and creating! Our shop focuses on all things colorful and bright, we have tasty drinks, vegan-gf-kid friendly food options and local merch! 8$ Special gets your little the craft and a yummy steamer […]
Music Exploration with Zazzy Zoe at Hammer + Jacks!
REC Room in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR, United StatesCome sing and learn about music making in this weekly drop-in class with Zazzy Zoe! New weekly event!! Every Thursday at 10:30AM, 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 […]
Greater Portland Young Parent Fair
Kingpins Family Entertainment Center 3550 SE 92nd Ave., Portland, ORWhat 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 games, food, & prizes. HOW IT WORKS: Visit resource tables to obtain stamps, stamps equal raffle tickets. Raffle tickets […]
Lullaby Group (0-3 Months) 5/9 @ 12:20 pm FREE
The MusikryJoin 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.
Forest Field Day Homeschool Program
Hoyt Arboretum Meet at Stevens Pavilion, across from the Visitor’s Center (4000 SW Fairview Blvd)Bring your homeschool family out for a Forest Field Day, and explore the trails and tree collections of Hoyt Arboretum with a Nature Educator! Forest Field Day is designed for individual homeschool families. Participants should be prepared to work together, meet new people from other homeschool families, and participate in hands-on, inquiry-based nature activities. Each […]
Music Exploration
The Craft Factory 4555 N Williams Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesThis is the perfect class for toddlers-pre K to get their first experience exploring music! Class instructor and early childhood music educator David Pollack sings and plays his guitar exploring musical genres far and wide. This gives little ones the chance to get up, dance, clap their hands, interact with their classmates and make new […]
Music with Mr. Hoo at Taborspace
Tabor Space 5441 SE Belmont St., Portland, United StatesMr. Hoo plays fun music for kids and their grown-ups every Friday at Taborspace! He'll play his guitar/ukulele and kazoo, and sing a mix of of traditional, not so traditional and original songs that will make everyone sing, shake, laugh and/or dance! $10 - $20 per family suggested donation.
PP&R Ladybug Nature Walk – Pre-registration required (10:00am)
Powell Butte Nature Park (Meet near the Visitor’s Center at Powell Butte, up the hill from SE 162nd Avenue and Powell Boulevard)Ladybug Nature Walk at Powell Butte Park – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK 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 […]
Kids Story & Art @ Awake Coffee & Art
Awake Coffee & Art 7325 Se Milwalkie Ave, Portland, ORStory and Art for littles. Join the Awake Coffee Crew every Monday, Wednesday & Friday @10 am for story and kids crafts! Open time starts with a story. Crafts vary from clay bowls and fairy wands to lanterns and water colored creations. Younger siblings always welcome. Parents encouraged to chat, grab coffee and roam. Open […]
Indoor Playground
Mittleman Jewish Community CenterIndoor Playground (ages 6 mo. - 5 years) Play in our climate-controlled Sportsplex! Toys and equipment available, including a trampoline and gymnastics equipment. Adult must supervise their child(ren) while at Indoor Playground. Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 am - 12 pm Cost: $12. Member Cost: Free
Hora del cuento – bilingual story hour
Linda Letra Bilingual Books 7101 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR, United StatesJoin us for another fun-filled month! Meet new beautiful bilingual books and join us for story hour. The beautiful bilingual books keep coming! Meet other bilingual families at hora del cuento in May! ¡Únase a nosotros para un mes lleno de diversión! Ven a encontrar nuevos y hermosos libros bilingües y únete a nosotros para […]
SHINE playgroup
Sunrise Books 4605 NE Fremont St. Suite 208, Portland, OR, United StatesSHINE playgroup is designed for ages 18mo-4yo. We’ll have 2-3 engaging play stations unless specified otherwise. The main stations will include (sensory, art, blocks). Playgroups provide opportunities to build attachment between adults and children as they play together, and share time and experiences. They also help children learn social skills as they negotiate with peers, resolve […]
Baby Playgroup
The REC Room in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR, United StatesLooking to create community and meet other new families? Join Sarah of Literacy Lady PDX for a Fun-Filled Fridays! Make your Fridays extraordinary by joining Literacy Lady PDX in the Happy Place at Hammer + Jacks from 1:00 - 1:45 PM. We're all about creating a wonderful world of literacy and play for even the […]
Forest Field Day Homeschool Program
Hoyt Arboretum Meet at Stevens Pavilion, across from the Visitor’s Center (4000 SW Fairview Blvd)Bring your homeschool family out for a Forest Field Day, and explore the trails and tree collections of Hoyt Arboretum with a Nature Educator! Forest Field Day is designed for individual homeschool families. Participants should be prepared to work together, meet new people from other homeschool families, and participate in hands-on, inquiry-based nature activities. Each […]
Tualatin High School Theater presents: THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL
Tualatin High School Theater 22300 SW Boones Ferry Rd, Tualatin, OR, United StatesTualatin High School Theater presents: THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family– a man her parents […]
Spring Baby Farm Animal Tours at Triskelee Farm
Triskelee Farms 29700 SW Mountain Rd., West Linn, OregonCome on out to see our mama sheep and their little lambs! We provide a fun, guided educational farm tour. Learn about what and why we farm! Tours will go in with many of our animals to pet and or feed them. We've got sheep, ostrich, goats, alpacas, and more! After the tour, we welcome […]
