Find the perfect pumpkin at a farm near you Buying a pumpkin at the grocery store does not come close to picking the perfect pumpkin right from the field. Just outside our great city are many you-pick farms celebrating the fall harvest with corn mazes, hay rides and many varieties of pumpkins, … [Read more...] about Take Your Pick at Portland Pumpkin Patches
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Family-Friendly Fall Festivals in and near Portland
Changing leaves, pumpkin spice and cozy sweaters are not the only fall favorites to look forward to in and around Portland. Local family-friendly fall festivals have an array of fun activities for everyone. Get a taste of the best of the fall harvest at these festivals in and near Portland. The … [Read more...] about Family-Friendly Fall Festivals in and near Portland
Free Days at U.S. National Parks
America's Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance fee-free dates for the coming year. On these dates, FREE entrance is available to 133 National Parks across the country that normally charge a fee. During the fee-free days, the … [Read more...] about Free Days at U.S. National Parks
Free Cultural Passes at Portland Libraries
Libraries have expanded way beyond books. From classes to e-catalogues to free Wi-Fi, libraries have become a resource hub for communities across the Portland area. Another wonderful program hosted by local libraries is free cultural passes. These passes allow you and your family to visit some of … [Read more...] about Free Cultural Passes at Portland Libraries
Washington Co. Library’s Free Attraction Passes
Washington County Library's Cultural Pass to Adventure Join the Washington County Library and get access to the library’s Cultural Pass for free admission to popular attractions. How it works Once you have a Washington County library card number and a pin, you can make your reservation online. … [Read more...] about Washington Co. Library’s Free Attraction Passes
Portland’s Free Summer Movie Series
Want free flicks this summer? The Portland metro area has an abundance of movies in the park programs. Scroll through the list below to the Portland's movies in the parks along with Hillsboro, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego, Milwaukie, Oregon City and Gresham movie series. See more free … [Read more...] about Portland’s Free Summer Movie Series
Cheap (and Free) Portland 4th of July Events
Have a Spectacular 4th of July in Portland Instead of shelling out a bunch of money to buy your own fireworks, enjoy cheap and free Portland 4th of July events. Many of the events listed below have a whole day of fun activities, games, and live music and entertainment your whole family will … [Read more...] about Cheap (and Free) Portland 4th of July Events
Free Apple Camp for kids
Lights! Camera! Fun! If your kid has a director's eye, or is just brimming with creativity, you may want to sign him or her up for Apple Camp. These FREE three-day camps (most in mid-July to early August) are for kids ages 8 to 12. Each workshop runs about 90 minutes. Camps are offering in three … [Read more...] about Free Apple Camp for kids
You-Pick Farms In and Around Portland
Harvest your favorite produce at Portland you-pick farms Nothing is sweeter than picking a marionberry fresh off the vine from a beautiful farm in the Portland area. Or choosing the perfect Christmas tree straight from the field. The Portland you-pick farms have four seasons of harvesting … [Read more...] about You-Pick Farms In and Around Portland
Teach Your Child to Save
National Credit Union Youth Month 2017 from CUNA on Vimeo. April 28 is Teach Your Children to Save Day. In celebration, teach your child to save by taking advantage of the many valuable resources provided by local credit unions. #OnPointSaver Contest Through April 30, teens ages 13 to … [Read more...] about Teach Your Child to Save
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