All Community Events
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Volunteer: Community Garden Work Party at John Marty Park / Grupo de Trabajo en Huertas Comunitarias en John Marty Park
Join us for a volunteer work party to help maintain the Community Garden at John Marty Park.
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Green Pathways Career Panel
Teens will hear from industry experts during a moderated panel and have a chance to network with professionals in sustainability-centered industries.
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Youth Design Forum 2026
The Studio Justice Youth Design Forum is ELSO’s annual gathering where Portland’s youth explore, imagine, and shape the future of their city through design. On May 16, 2026, students will come together for a powerful day of collaboration, creativity, and community-building.
1441 NE 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97232, USA
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.
Teen Swim Night: “Almost” Summer Party
Join us for a Teen Swim Night at North Clackamas Aquatic Park with music, contests, and poolside fun!
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Studio Justice Cohort
The Studio Justice Youth Design Forum is ELSO’s annual gathering where Portland’s youth explore, imagine, and shape the future of their city through design.
Wonderful World of Water Safety
Join us for an interactive water safety demonstration from 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM.
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An Heir to His Throne by Ajene Washington
Jeffrey Singleton, a homeless Black gay playwright is discovered by Upper East Side socialites, Katherine Brookes and Alicia Talbert on the steps of the 92nd Street Y. Taken in by the young writer’s brilliance, Katherine invites him to her home for dinner.
Green Pathways Career Panel
A career panel for teens interested in planet-positive careers.
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The Mandalorian and Grogu - Opening Night Event
Join us for the opening night screening of The Mandalorian and Grogu at OMSI.
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The Circle
An immersive cinematic odyssey at the Kendall Planetarium that blends sound and visual art.
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Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu - Opening Night Event
Experience the opening night of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu at OMSI, complete with special features and activities.
MESA Day 2026
Volunteer for Oregon MESA at MESA Day 2026 on May 22nd at Portland State University.
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MESA Day 2026
Join us for MESA Day 2026 at Portland State University, celebrating student success and sustainability in STEM education.
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Pasifika and Asian American Community Science Night
A night at OMSI celebrating the Pasifika and Asian American Community with science demonstrations and cultural entertainment.
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Pasifika & Asian American Community Science Night
A family-friendly science evening at OMSI in celebration of the local Pasifika Asian American community.
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MESA Day 2026 Volunteer Sign Up
MESA Day is Oregon MESA's biggest event of the year, bringing together hundreds of middle and high school MESA participants from across Oregon for a full day of fun
1825 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97201, USA
BB2S Open House
We’ve moved into a new building. Come be among the first to experience it!
What’s happening:
-Explore our programs through interactive stations for students and adults
-Enjoy food and live music all afternoon
-Meet our team and connect with the community
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425 NE Hancock St, Portland, OR 97212, USA
Building Blocks 2 Success | Open House
Get a tour of our new building, enjoy some good food, music and connect with other families in our community.
There will be lots of interactive and hands-on activities!
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425 NE Hancock St, Portland, OR 97212, USA
Memorial Day Commemoration
Annual Memorial Day Commemoration honoring fallen military service members and veterans.
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Pan African Snow Day: The Blackout
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Night Ski Event @ Mt. Hood Meadows
February Registration - Pan African Snow Day Eventbrite
Participants must complete the Waiver Form for rentals, tickets and lessons:
Mt. Hood Meadows Waiver Form
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14040 OR-35, Mt Hood, OR 97041, USA
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Volunteer: Restore the Natural Areas of Hyland Woods / Restauración de Áreas Naturales en Hyland Woods
Past
Join us in restoring the natural areas of Hyland Woods by volunteering to remove invasive English ivy.
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Saturday Tending Days at the Native Gathering Garden
Past
A community gardening event where families and friends can join to tend to the Native Gathering Garden.
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Powell Butte Planting Event
Past
Participate in a community native planting event at Powell Butte Nature Park.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
Past
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with cultural performances and activities.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
Past
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with family-friendly activities and performances at Garden Home Recreation Center.
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The Path to Homeownership: Funding Your First Home
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Looking for down payment assistance or funds to help you buy a home?
Join our class to learn how to find and even create Down Payment Assistance (DPA) and Individual Development Accounts (IDA) that can be used toward your down payment and closing costs.
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3935 N Lombard St, Portland, OR 97217, USA
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Black Tree Stories - Midland
Past
Celebrate Black Heritage Month with Black Tree Stories at Midland Library.
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Mt. Tabor Last Saturday Volunteer Event
Past
Join us for a volunteer event at Mt. Tabor Park to plant native shrubs and trees.
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