This Weekend in PDX
Every week we share the very best of our popular Kids Calendar.
Vernon IB World School’s 8th Annual Maker Fair
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Shop Local! and find unique goods 100% Hand-made by Vernon students, staff, families andalumni. Your friends & family will love these one-of-a-kind gifts! Organic Jams And Pickles, Jewelry, Hand Knit/Crochet/Sewn Goods, Wood Crafts, Greeting Cards, Handmade Clothing, Ornaments, Original Art, Pottery, Plants, Home Decor, Baked Goods, and much more! The Maker Fair is organized by …
Breakfast with Santa
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Jolly Old St. Nick will be visiting the church on Saturday, December 16 between 9 and 11 am for light breakfast of sweet rolls and beverages!. We encourage you to bring your cameras or cell phones to capture that photo with Santa! No charge, donations accepted. Reservations are required at: breakfastwithsantaatRCPUMC@gmail.com.
Vancouver Dance Theatre Nutcracker
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You are invited to Vancouver Dance Theatre’s annual performance of the Nutcracker! Bring the entire family and experience the magic of the Nutcracker this holiday season! Vancouver Dance Theatre is a non-profit community organization giving young dancers the opportunity to be part of this semi-professional performance. For over 45 years thousands of dancers throughout Southwest …
Swim With Santa
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Randall Children’s Hospital invites you to their second annual Swim With Santa event on December 22nd from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at the North Clackamas Aquatic Park. Join Randall’s Child Injury Prevention Team and learn about water safety, car seat safety, and home safety all while enjoying the water park attractions! There will be Health Educators …
Music with Mr. Hoo at Taborspace
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Join Mr. Hoo every Friday as he plays live music for children and their grown-ups. He’ll play guitar, ukulele and kazoo, and maybe be joined by his invisible band while the kids shake eggs, dance, jump, fly, sing and have a whole bunch of fun. $10-$20 per family recommended donation. In the sanctuary near the …
Holiday Makers Market
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Join us for the inaugural TCF Holiday Makers Market! Indie creators, chill vibes, live music, and holiday spirit — what’s not to love?
Portland Village School Craft Fair
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Portland Village School invites you to our Craft Fair, Saturday, November 18th, 10am-4pm. We have 25 professional vendors, 60 student vendors, crafts, cake bingo, food, pocket fairy, and so much more! We hope to see you there.
Cedarwood Winter Faire
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Come for crafting, holiday shopping, pocket treasures, cupcake boogie, the Wishing Stone Wizard, the Crystal Cookie Cave, storytellers, hearty food, and more! Free admission, purchase tickets or wristbands for activities.
Jurassic Quest
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North America’s most popular interactive dinosaur experience is BACK, BIGGER and BETTER than EVER! The Jurassic Quest herd of photorealistic dinosaurs is ready to delight families during its one-weekend-only engagement at the Clark County Event Center in Ridgefield for one weekend only Nov. 24-26. New for 2023! Jurassic Quest is bringing more hands-on activities, education and …
Oregon International Ballet Academy Presents “The Nutcracker”
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Oregon International Ballet Academy kicks off the holiday season with their highly-acclaimed rendition of The Nutcracker in two performances at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts. A beloved seasonal tradition, OIBA’s The Nutcracker seamlessly integrates charming and joyful performances by student dancers with breathtaking appearances from the school’s top performers and professional guest artists …
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$4 FAMILY MOVIES: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
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Mischief managed. Harry, Ron, and Hermione are back on the big screen this month at THE JUDY! What’s It About: In Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and his friends Ron and Hermione return as teenagers to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for their third year of study, where they delve …
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Trackers Holiday Faire – Cookies, Crafts & Archery
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Join us for a dash of cheer and a sprinkle of holiday spirit at our 10th annual Trackers Holiday Faire! Step into a winter wonderland with families coming together to celebrate the season in festive style. Gather your loved ones and let’s kick off the holidays with a show-stopping lineup of crafts, contests, archery, and …
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Reindeer Magic – 12/ 9@ Vancouver Dennis’ 7 Dees
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Dennis’ 7 Dees Garden Centers in Vancouver and Lake Oswego are each hosting a Reindeer Magic family event during back-to-back weekends this holiday season. All members of the public are invited to come see live reindeer, sit on Santa’s lap for professional photos and enjoy live music! A range of food, treats and warm drinks …
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$4 FAMILY MOVIES: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
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“Yer a wizard, Harry!” It’s all aboard the Hogwarts Express this month at THE JUDY. What’s It About: On his eleventh birthday, a boy learns that he is the orphaned son of two powerful wizards and possesses unique magical powers of his own. Whisked away from his life as an unwanted child, he enrolls at …
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Make Music and Meet Santa!
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Book a one-of-a-kind Santa experience for your family. Jam out with us and Santa and let us capture the magic of music (and Christmas) with editorial-style candids by the one and only Nate Stevens. Add on portrait photography and prints while you’re in. Space is limited! Reserve your spot through the link in our bio …
Krayon Kids Musical Theater 30th Anniversary Performance
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Krayon Kids Musical Theatre Company presents “Special Delivery,” an enchanting family-oriented holiday musical that unfurls a tale of intrigue, enchantment, and the profound significance of human bonds. Set in the bustling city of New York, the story centers around the enigmatic letters that arrive at the Dead Letter Office every year on December 23rd. These …
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Christmas in the Country
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This free Victorian Christmas is our gift to you! Meet Santa in the parlor, enjoy pioneer crafts, games, and surprises, listen to carollers, and get your Christmas tree while you’re here! Visit our store for an interesting variety of candy, books, toys, games, crafts, and decorations.
Winter Market at Portland Waldorf School
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This festive holiday market features crafts, art, and handmade products by local artisans from the Portland/Milwaukie area. You can also expect music, a festive spirit, and the chance to take a tour of our PreK-12 school. This is a great event to couple with a trip to the Milwaukie Farmers Market, just one block away.
Catalyst: NWCT’s Youth Company presents Annie JR.
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With equal measures of pluck and positivity, Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her on the doorstep of a New York City orphanage in the 1930’s. Confident that “the sun will come out tomorrow,” she finds a new home with billionaire Oliver Warbucks and his personal secretary, Grace — but will the …
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Diwali Festival at THE JUDY
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Diwali, “the festival of lights,” is a holiday celebrated all across India. In collaboration with the Indian-American community, Northwest Children’s Theater is bringing the festivities to THE JUDY – our new home in downtown Portland. Decorate Rangoli, get a Mehendi (Henna) decoration, and learn a Diya (lamp) dance! Plus, there will be savory and sweet …
Diamonds and Diorite: A Minecraft Day
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Inspired by our guests’ favorite mining and crafting game, let’s connect the game to real-life geology! Discover Minecraft™’s rocks and minerals in our Minecraft™ inspired exhibit, touch tables, and scavenger hunt! Get your own mining supplies with our pop-up shop Prospector’s Treasure Trove, or Minecraft™ inspired rocks, minerals, and holiday gifts at our museum gift shop and pop-up shop Artemisia Minerals! Still want more? Come play: …
Sing Sign Story! + Open Play
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Join Lara Jones, MEd and Wally Jones for open play and baby sign language class. Learn the basics signs around food, colors, animals, emotions, toys, vehicles, and bathroom needs. Tues, 10/31 will feature a Halloween theme, and costumes are very welcome! The content of the signing class will run from 9:45-10:00, the rest of the …
Woodland Walks
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Woodland Walks is a Wednesday morning guided nature class at Sellwood Park, for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. An “adventure satchel” with the tools every nature explorer needs is included with your registration of 4 or more walks. Rain or shine, kids will enjoy learning about their local ecosystem with Teacher Molly! *Class will …
Frosted Fete
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Shop locally and celebrate the season at our holiday fair! Browse the local vendor marketplace, enjoy homemade treats and cozy drinks in the confection boutique, and let the kids play and craft at our annual, all-day event. New to the Frosted Fete this year: DIY Dollhouse Workshop! Design your own dollhouse dreamhouse (maybe the Barbie …
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer LIVE
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The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Because of his shiny nose, Rudolph doesn’t feel like he belongs in Christmastown and sets off to find a place that accepts him. Along his journey, he encounters fellow misfits, only to realize that home is where he has …
Music with Mr. Hoo at The Oregon Public House
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Get some dinner and rock out with Mr. Hoo every Thursday! The Oregon Public House is the world’s first non-profit pub (you pick a charity to donate to when you purchase food/beverages) and they have an awesome community room for hosting music events. $5 per person.
Music with Mr. Hoo at The Wiggle Room
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Mr. Hoo is back at The Wiggle Room. Have you been to Portland’s best indoor play gym? This is the perfect time to come check it out. The show is included with full day admission, which is just $12 per child ($8 for wobblers).
Disney on Ice Presents Frozen & Encanto
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Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto EMBRACE THE MAGIC OF FAMILY IN AN ALL-NEW ADVENTURE THAT WILL SPARK YOUR IMAGINATION IN DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS FROZEN & ENCANTO! The only place to see the Madrigal family live! Coming to Veterans Memorial Coliseum from November 9th – 12th Step inside the magical adventures of Disney’s …
