Step into a world of whimsy and wonder at Wonderwood Springs’ Not So Scary Fair. This enchanting community event brings together a little magic, a little mischief and a lot of fun. This event is for anyone who loves the spirit of fall without the frights. Here's what is in store: Not So Scary … [Read more...] about Not So Scary Fair at Wonderwood Springs
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Rose City Reads $1 Kids Book Sale
Get ready, book lovers! Rose City Reads is hosting a $1 Kids Book Sale this weekend. Stock your shelves with stories your children of all ages will cherish. Rose City Reads is a nonprofit that supports the Multnomah County Library. The store receives donated books and media from the public and … [Read more...] about Rose City Reads $1 Kids Book Sale
Hillsboro Airport Block Party: A Free, Family-Friendly Aviation Event (Canceled)
This event has been canceled. Get ready to take flight into fun! The 26th annual Hillsboro Airport Block Party brings together free community entertainment, music, food and aviation activities. For the aviation enthusiasts in your family, this is a special opportunity to go behind the scenes at … [Read more...] about Hillsboro Airport Block Party: A Free, Family-Friendly Aviation Event (Canceled)
Portland Area Haunted Houses and Corn Mazes
What haunts your Halloween: Ghosts, goblins, maniacal clowns? Portland haunted houses and corn mazes have all the scares and screams. Here's a list of the top attractions this Halloween season. As the autumn chill sets in and Halloween approaches, Portland transforms into a haven for thrill … [Read more...] about Portland Area Haunted Houses and Corn Mazes
Black Community Science Night at OMSI
Celebrate Black culture and community at this special OMSI science event. Black Community Science Night is a family-friendly night of museum exploring, science demos, lectures and cultural entertainment. The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, better known as OMSI, is one of the nation’s … [Read more...] about Black Community Science Night at OMSI
Dungeness Crabbing on Free Public Docks
King crab from Alaska gets a lot of supermarket shelf space, but remember we have some pretty plentiful pots of crustacean gold right here in the waters of Oregon. Not only is Dungeness crabbing from public docks super easy – it’s also free. No boat required. Buy a shellfish license ($10), and … [Read more...] about Dungeness Crabbing on Free Public Docks
The Pirates of Pinehurst: Sherwood’s Free Halloween Adventure
Every October, a spirited band of neighbors in Sherwood, Oregon, transforms Pinehurst Court into a pirate’s paradise. Explore the special free attraction, The Pirates of Pinehurst. What began as one pirate ship has grown into a whole neighborhood takeover, complete with animatronics, treasure hunts … [Read more...] about The Pirates of Pinehurst: Sherwood’s Free Halloween Adventure
Chelatchie Prairie Railroad’s Fall Leaves Train Ride
Take a scenic trip through Clark County on the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad fall leaves train ride. A newly restored 25-ton switch locomotive transports passengers through scenic northern Clark County from Yacolt to Moulton Falls to Chelatchie Prairie and back. During the fall, the … [Read more...] about Chelatchie Prairie Railroad’s Fall Leaves Train Ride
Portland Neighborhood Garage Sales
Portland garage sale season is June-October. Mark your calendar for these Portland neighborhood garage sales. Since many people have transitioned to working from home for a few days a week or permanently, they've had to make room for workspaces. This means items once thought of as essential have … [Read more...] about Portland Neighborhood Garage Sales
2025 Portland Dahlia Society Show
Nothing says fall flowers quite like the beauty of dahlias in bloom. Celebrate the best of this year's flowers at the Portland Dahlia Society Show. Since 1928, the Portland Dahlia Society has banded together to support and educate fellow dahlia growers. Whether you grow your own or simply have … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Dahlia Society Show
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