All Community Events
Submit ResourceCommunity-wide events open to families, students, and educators
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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Menopause Cafe
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Join us for Menopause Cafe, a supportive community event for individuals experiencing menopause.
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Equity Engagement Advisory Committee Meeting
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Join the Equity Engagement Advisory Committee Meeting to discuss equity issues within the community.
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Science Pub: Ecotoxicology & Fighting Pollution
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Join us for a Science Pub lecture on ecotoxicology and the fight against pollution with Dr. Latonya Jackson.
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North Portland Aquatic Center Community Gathering
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Learn about the final design concept for the North Portland Aquatic Center.
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3rd Annual Black History Month Celebration Market
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This student-led event is a celebration of Black culture, creativity, and community and just as importantly, a space to gather, connect, and support one another. Each year, we bring together Black-owned businesses, students, families, and community members for an evening rooted in joy, presence, and collective uplift.
Event Details
📍 Bauccio Commons | University of Portland
🗓 Monday, February 16th | 5:00–7:00 PM
The market will feature Black-owned businesses, food, live music, raffles, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. We simply want to extend the invitation for you to come, be in community, and celebrate with us.
We would love to have you in the room.
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University of Portland, Terrace Room, Portland, OR 97203, USA
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Rise In Love 2026
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Join us for a concert that celebrates Artists, Athletes, and Civil Rights Leaders. Our FREE February concert is Rise in Love
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5441 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97215, USA
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