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There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]
TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition | March 21, 2026 to October 18, 2026 History comes to life in TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition. This immersive exhibition offers a rare opportunity for audiences of all ages to explore the innovation, ambition, and tragedy of Titanic while connecting personally with the people whose lives were forever changed by her voyage. Step back […]
Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm & 7pm. See the event hosts' website for details. Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg Book by Kyle Jarrow Musical Production Conceived by Tina […]
Hands On Children’s Museum is saying “Thank you for your service” with 50% off admission for military families (with a valid military ID), May 22–25. Visit Memorial Day weekend for hands-on fun and creative activities, including: • Silkscreening & Patriotic Painting (Saturday through Monday only) • Red, White, & Blue Flyers • A Bubble Dance […]
Love, disguise, and transformation take center stage in Shakespeare’s classic romantic comedy reimagined in the context of Queer joy. Join us in the Forest of Arden for a playful, poetic escape. Showtimes: Thursday, May 21, 7:30 PM (Preview - $15 tickets available) Friday, May 22, 7:30 PM (Opening night! Join us for a post-show reception […]
Family owned and operated peony grower selling fresh cut peony stems and plants. Clip your own bouquet or we will cut your selection for you. Come stroll our two acres of peonies and enjoy the view of farmland around us! If you prefer an order ready to go, give us a call. We have 47 […]
THPRD's splash pads are scheduled to open on May 22 for the 2026 summer season! With sunny skies and warmer temperatures in the forecast, it's the perfect time to cool off and enjoy some water fun! Where to splash: - Cedar Hills Park - Timberland Park - Reflections Plaza - Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center […]
Step into a world where nature-themed prints meet Portland Japanese Garden’s springtime vibrance in Enduring Impressions: Contemporary Woodblock Prints. Featuring the art of mokuhanga (木版画), Japanese-style woodblock printmaking, this exhibition reveals how a centuries-old tradition is experiencing a contemporary revival as artists around the world use the quiet power and unique characteristics of woodblock printmaking […]
Forest Hope Through Innovation is an interdisciplinary art-forest-science exhibition at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum that explores how creativity, research, and community action can shape a sustainable future for the forests we rely on. Featuring work by more than twelve innovators, the exhibition highlights the aesthetics of emerging forest-based research—from technology and engineering to design and […]
Explore 16 acres of cultivated and natural gardens in outer Southeast Portland! Families especially love The Aerial Tree Walk (fully ADA accessible) and the gathering meadow with room to relax, run and explore at this gem of a garden. The garden is spread across two levels and includes many different types of spaces for gathering, […]
The Lobby at The Writers' Block“Seeing the What”March 5 – May 23, 2026818 NW Flanders, Portland Formerly located at The Ellen Browning Building, The Lobby returns this spring with a three-month pop-up exhibition at The Writers' Block Art Gallery. Titled Seeing the What, the exhibition takes inspiration from Henry David Thoreau’s observation: “The real question […]
Make plans for CityFair at the Rose Festival, May 22 through June 7 on the waterfront. Enjoy fair foods, live entertainment, carnival rides, local crafters, and more. All this fun takes place at beautiful Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park, in downtown Portland! CityFair spans three full weekends, with plenty to do each time you visit.
This community celebration brings together housed and unhoused neighbors for a night of food, music, games, activities, and building community. The event is completely free and open to all ages. Enjoy delicious offerings from Cece’s Gyros, Chick-Fil-A, Churros Locos, Ice Cream Express and Tamale Boy, along with live music by Gut String and Herencia Elegante. […]
Experience Magic Live, Portland! Enjoy live music, local vendors, delicious food & drink, as well as an amazing fireworks display! Set against the vibrant backdrop of the city at the historic Tom McCall Waterfront Park, join the fun across three full weekends beginning on May 22nd through June 7th. Kids age 6 and under enter […]
Join community members and OMSI for the fourth-annual Pasifika and Asian American Community Science Night. This event welcomes visitors of all ages for a night of museum exploring, science demonstrations, vendor tables, and cultural entertainment – all in celebration of the local Pasifika and Asian American community. All are welcome! Tickets General Admission $10 Adults, […]
Main Stage presents: “Footloose” When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control […]
This Pacific Northwest premiere brings the electrifying energy of spoken-word poetry to the stage! It’s risky for an undocumented young Chicana writer to share her work in public. When this brilliant poet asks her best friend to perform her work onstage, the words ignite audiences and launch her stand-in into the spotlight as a rising […]
In this fairy tale musical, no one in the kingdom can marry until the prince does. Will the delightful and unconventional Princess Winnifred the Woebegone win over the prince (and his mother) and find a place she truly belongs? Suitable for most theater goers. Run time is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, including one […]
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]
TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition | March 21, 2026 to October 18, 2026 History comes to life in TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition. This immersive exhibition offers a rare opportunity for audiences of all ages to explore the innovation, ambition, and tragedy of Titanic while connecting personally with the people whose lives were forever changed by her voyage. Step back […]
Experience one of musical theater’s most iconic shows, performed by the talented members of Catalyst: NWCT’s Youth Company. With timeless songs like “Children Will Listen,” “No One Is Alone,” and “Agony,” Into the Woods weaves together beloved fairy tale characters in a fast-paced journey full of humor, heart, and surprising twists Into the Woods is […]
Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm & 7pm. See the event hosts' website for details. Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg Book by Kyle Jarrow Musical Production Conceived by Tina […]
Hands On Children’s Museum is saying “Thank you for your service” with 50% off admission for military families (with a valid military ID), May 22–25. Visit Memorial Day weekend for hands-on fun and creative activities, including: • Silkscreening & Patriotic Painting (Saturday through Monday only) • Red, White, & Blue Flyers • A Bubble Dance […]
Have fun making art with CHAP! These workshops are designed for children with medical challenges at their Hillsboro Art Studio. Thursdays from 12pm-2pm and Saturday from 10am -12pm.
Love, disguise, and transformation take center stage in Shakespeare’s classic romantic comedy reimagined in the context of Queer joy. Join us in the Forest of Arden for a playful, poetic escape. Showtimes: Thursday, May 21, 7:30 PM (Preview - $15 tickets available) Friday, May 22, 7:30 PM (Opening night! Join us for a post-show reception […]
Family owned and operated peony grower selling fresh cut peony stems and plants. Clip your own bouquet or we will cut your selection for you. Come stroll our two acres of peonies and enjoy the view of farmland around us! If you prefer an order ready to go, give us a call. We have 47 […]
Enjoy a fun-filled morning on the farm with stories, fresh air, and all the excitement of opening weekend at Hoffman Farms. Between strawberry milkshakes, train rides, the playground, fresh baked treats, and storytime, you don't want to miss opening weekend! Storytime is at 10am. Keep an eye on their website and social media for strawberry […]
THPRD's splash pads are scheduled to open on May 22 for the 2026 summer season! With sunny skies and warmer temperatures in the forecast, it's the perfect time to cool off and enjoy some water fun! Where to splash: - Cedar Hills Park - Timberland Park - Reflections Plaza - Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center […]
Bring your little ones for drop-in fun! Drop-in for crafts, sensory exploration, open-ended play, and so much fun! Best suited to kids ages 0-5, though all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. *Located in the basement of Immanuel Lutheran Church Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
The roster for the 2026 season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. Kids, look for our market friend Rosie! This pink squishmallow hides out in a different vendor booth every day. Tell us where you found her at the Info […]
Celebrate the beauty and importance of our region’s ecosystems at the Wildflowers & Watersheds Festival! Enjoy guided wildflower walks, relax with a rejuvenating yoga session, and connect with local organizations offering engaging booths and activities for all ages. Fuel up at the Basalt Rock Cafe with a delicious lunch! FREE admission all day! No registration […]
