All Community Events
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Educated Guess: Combustions + Eruptions
Join us for a fun trivia night at OMSI focusing on combustion and eruptions.
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Black Men Rising: Group Therapy for Black Men
A therapeutic group for Black men focusing on mental and emotional well-being.
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[Rightsizing] Black Family Conversation
Portland Public Schools is undertaking a districtwide rightsizing process to better align our schools, programs, and resources with the needs of today’s students and the realities shaping our future.
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636 NE Stanton St, Portland, OR 97212, USA
Laser Taylor Swift
Join us in the OMSI Planetarium for Laser Taylor Swift, an out-of-this-world experience with Taylor Swift's hits.
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Volunteer: Community Garden Work Party at Bethany Lake Park / Grupo de Trabajo en Huertas Comunitarias en Bethany Lake Park
Volunteer at the Community Garden Work Party to help with weeding and mulching at Bethany Lake Park.
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2026 Walking Tours: Walk into History with Oregon Black Pioneers
Want to see where Oregon’s Black history happened? Get ready to walk with us! Oregon Black Pioneers is bringing back our public walking tours for 2026.
Summer Camps
Join us for a summer full of fun activities for children at Sellwood Community House summer camps!
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Black Men Rising: Group Therapy for Black Men
Join a therapeutic group space for Black men to prioritize mental and emotional well-being.
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Social Dance: Summer Solstice
Enjoy an afternoon of dancing and celebrating the Summer Solstice with music and refreshments.
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Loretta Smith Coffee with a Cop
Coffee with a Cop: Join Councilor Loretta Smith for an informal conversation with police and neighbors about community safety.
Councilor Loretta Smith hosts a monthly Coffee with a Cop gathering at her East Portland office, creating a welcoming space for neighbors to connect with local police and community leaders. These informal conversations offer an opportunity to share concerns, ask questions, and explore solutions related to public safety and community wellbeing.
District 1 faces unique public safety challenges, and meaningful progress depends on trust, collaboration, and open dialogue. This gathering is designed to foster understanding, highlight available resources, and support community-driven approaches to keeping our neighborhoods safe.
Residents, business owners, parents, educators, and community members are encouraged to attend. Coffee will be provided.
Together, we can build safer, more connected communities through conversation and partnership.
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10550 NE Halsey St, Portland, OR 97220, USA
5th Annual Interfaith Black Clergy Prayer Breakfast
Celebrating Local Black Leadership & Community in Recognition of Juneteenth.
1000 NE Multnomah St, Portland, OR 97232, USA
Oregon Black Pioneers’ 2026 Educator Workshop
Are you a K-12 classroom-based educator looking for ways to incorporate Oregon’s Black history into your curriculum?
This Juneteenth, Oregon Black Pioneers will host its first ever Educator Workshop! This free event is limited to 30 participants, and registration is required by June 15th. Participating teachers will receive a $100 stipend, and breakfast and lunch are provided!
2808 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd B, Portland, OR 97212, USA
Harlow's Harmonica by Crystal Rae
Play Reading Mondays
Children Show/Special reading Partnering with Multnomah County Library & the library’s Black Cultural Library Advocates
Hot Dog Wednesdays | Summer Kickoff
Join us for the Summer Kickoff at Hot Dog Wednesdays featuring food and community activities.
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Science Pub: The Chromatic Mind
Join Christopher Michlig for a lecture exploring how color shapes culture, meaning, and memory.
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Summer Kick-off Concert & Celebration
Join us for the Summer Kick-off Concert & Celebration at Mt. View Champions Park featuring live music and family-friendly activities.
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Summer Kick-off Concert & Celebration
Join us for the Summer Kick-off Concert & Celebration at Mt. View Champions Park featuring live music and various activities.
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Volunteer: Community Garden & Dog Run Work Party at Jackie Husen Park / Grupo de Trabajo en Huertas Comunitarias y Pista para Perros en Jackie Husen Park
Join us for a volunteer work party to enhance the community garden and dog run at Jackie Husen Park.
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2026 Walking Tours: Walk into History with Oregon Black Pioneers
Want to see where Oregon’s Black history happened? Get ready to walk with us! Oregon Black Pioneers is bringing back our public walking tours for 2026.
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PassinArt: A Theatre Company - Sojourner
Past
Based on the life and times of freedom fighter Sojourner Truth, this powerful story is told through the emotional testimony of the Barrymore winner, versatile actress ZUHAIRAH!
Fridays 7:30pm
Saturday and Sunday matinees 3:00pm
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64 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97211, USA
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Children’s Museum of Southern Oregon: BASE Drumming Class
Past
We’re partnering with the Children’s Museum for a special drumming class as part of their Black History Month Celebration. Bring the family, come say hi, and experience rhythm as culture, connection, and history.
BASE Drumming Class
Saturday, February 7 | 2:00 PM
Children’s Museum of Southern Oregon
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413 W Main St, Medford, OR 97501, USA
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Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge Planting Event
Past
Join us for a planting and non-native plant removal event at Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge.
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Colwood Natural Area - Planting Event - FULL
Past
Volunteer to plant native wildflowers and trees at Colwood Natural Area.
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Volunteer: Restore the Natural Areas of The Bluffs Park / Restauración de Áreas Naturales en The Bluffs Park
Past
Join us in removing English ivy at The Bluffs Park.
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Aretha Franklin Tribute at Camelot Theatre
Past
Come learn about the Queen of Soul, her iconic voice, and the beauty of her impact on music and culture.
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101 Talent Ave, Talent, OR 97540, USA
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Volunteer: Community Garden Work Party at Barsotti Park / Grupo de Trabajo en Huertas Comunitarias en Barsotti Park
Past
Join us to volunteer at the Community Garden Work Party at Barsotti Park.
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Tideman Johnson Stewardship Event
Past
Participate in the Tideman Johnson Stewardship Event to enhance the natural environment of the Tideman Johnson Park.
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Volunteer: Restore the Natural Areas of Whispering Woods / Restauración de Áreas Naturales en Whispering Woods
Past
Join us to restore the natural areas of Whispering Woods by volunteering to remove invasive species.
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COBM First Business Meeting of the Year
Past
We will be holding our first COBM business meeting of the year on Saturday, February 7, beginning promptly at 9:00 AM.
During this meeting, we will be voting on several important items, so your attendance and participation are strongly encouraged.
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Colwood Natural Area - Planting Event
Past
Volunteer to plant native wildflowers and trees at Colwood Natural Area.
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