Things to do this weekend....

January 12
 
 10-11:30am
Puppy Tales!Read aloud to a therapy dog named Tempo and improve your reading at the same time.Call to sign up for a 15 minute session:503.786.7588
Ledding Library
10660 SE 21^st. Ave
Milwaukie
503-786-7580
 FREE
 
11am-7pm
About Happy Birthday, J.R.R. Tolkien!Elves, wizards, orcs and all others are invited to join in this all-day celebration of J.R.R. Tolkien, one of the 20th Century’s most influential authors. We’ll have live music from the Garcia Birthday Band, Hobbit-inspired food specials and more! Come in costume to compete for prizes!

Schedule

The Lord of the Rings Complete Trilogy in the Theater
11 a.m. • The Fellowship of the Ring
3 p.m. • The Two Towers
7 p.m. • The Return of the KingWillamette Radio Workshop
performing "Hobbit's Greatest Hits"
2 p.m. & 4 p.m. in the Gym
Garcia Birthday Band
7 p.m.–10 p.m. in the Gym

 
Kennedy School-249-3983-5736 N.E. 33rd Ave.-Portland
 
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The Historic Belmont Firehouse
900 SE 35th Ave.
PORTLAND | 503-823-3615
Safety Saturday - 9:00am-3:00pm the second Saturday of every month
 

 
 
Evergreen Aviation Museum
500 NE Capt. Michael King Way (Hwy. 18)
Home of Howard Hughes giant wood plane, The Spruce Goose. They have a water park now too!
 
McLoughlin House
Oregon Trail, old Oregon Territory Museum
713 Center Street Oregon City, Oregon 97045 U.S.A. 503-656-5146 FREE admission. Wednesday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
 
 


Hands On Greater Portland
All kinds of one time and family friendly opportunities. They help match you with what works. 

Things to Do This Weekend

 Friday, January 3

4-8pm
First Friday Free at the Portland Children's Museum
Children's Museum
4015 SW Canyon Rd.
Portland
503-223-6500

 

Saturday, January 4

9am-Noon
Home Depot Kids Workshops - First Saturday of each Month. Free Hands on Workshop with supplies included for kids Age 5-12 years.Kids do a fun craft, learn about tools.  
All Home Depot Stores

7-9pm
Lantern Tour For more information click here. Experience live theater at Fort Vancouver by candle lit lanterns. Journey with a Park Ranger and peek into the past with vignettes by costumed interpreters and learn about your urban National park then and now.Reservation Required - Call (360) 816-6230
Not recommended for children under the age of 10 years.
Fort Vancouver $10 Adults $7 Kids under 16

Sunday, January 5

9:30am-5:30pm
OMSI $2 Sundays
The first Sunday of each month, admission is only $2 at OMSI.
OMSI
     
7:30pm
Hidden History of Portland, Oregon
In this engaging narrative, J. D. Chandler crafts a people's history of Portland, sharing the lesser-known stories of individuals who stood against the tide and fought for liberty and representation: C. E. S. Wood, who documented the conflict between Native Americans and the U.S. Army; Beatrice Morrow Cannady, founding member of the Portland NAACP and first African American woman to practice law in Oregon; and women's rights advocate Dr. Marie Equi, who performed abortions and was an open lesbian. From scandal and oppression to injustice and the brink of revolution, Hidden History of Portland, Oregon (History Press) gives voice to the Rose City's quiet radicals and outspoken activists. This event is sponsored by City Club of Portland. This event is meant to sell this new book. 
Powell's City of Books on Burnside
1005 W Burnside (800) 878-7323
FREE



Wunderland Wunderland is a Nickel Arcade with several locations throughout the area.

• AVALON (Southeast Portland)
• GATEWAY (Northeast Portland)
• BEAVERTON
• SALEM
• MILWAUKIE 

Clackamas County Library

Safari Sam's , Sherwood, OR - Indoor mini golf, bouncing and climbing gym.

 

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Artrageous - Craft Oddessy - December 7th

Artrageous Holiday Art & Craft Extravaganza
https://www.facebook.com/AbbeyArtandCraft

A bohemian Art & Craft Oddessy just in time for the holidays. This event is open to the public on December 7th from Noon-6 in the ballroom of the Alberta Abbey 126 NE Alberta, Portland Oregon. Come join the fun, Arts, Crafts, Live music and more!

 

Christmas and Holiday Events Listings Updated!

WOW!  There are a ton of fun things to do this holiday season.  You will find some of them on the Events Calendar. But for the most part they will be in the Holiday Events Guide!  Go there to find Parties, great places to see Christmas Lights, visit Santa, buy a tree, or just enjoy to holiday spirit.

The Giving Tree - Take One and Make a Special Christmas

Most shopping centers and lots of other stores, libraries, schools and churches have a giving tree set out each holiday season.  The trees usually contain the name of a child and one of their top Christmas wishes. 

This weekend I was at the Clackamas Town Center and came across their tree.  The tree was FULL.  I guess not many had noticed it yet.  The tags on the tree included names like Jesse, Jamal, Matt, and Abby.  These kids weren't looking for much.  One boy wanted a wallet, another an umbrella, and another a pair of gloves.  It was heartbreaking. 

I was surrounded by kids telling their parents they wanted a shopping spree at Nordstrom's and Aeropostle and Wet Seal and Abercrombie, and hearing, "Can't we just go to Paris for Christmas again?" 

I wanted to take all of the tags off the tree.  But, I left some for you!  Better yet, go to your local giving tree with your children and let them choose the child and maybe even buy the gift with money they earn from you, by doing extra chores.  It's a fantastic way to teach charity and a great time to encourage your kids to be grateful for what they have.
 

Christmas Tea at Old McDonald's Farm

Old McDonald's Farm is a non-profit, owned by my friend Stephanie and her family.  The farm does tours, summer events, holiday events, science and all kinds of fun with for kids and families with animals and plants! 

  Their mission:  “In facilitating healthy social and emotional development, OMF is committed to providing at-risk protective factors to children through structured, educational experiences using animals, agriculture, gardens and natural resources as educational tools.” We are not necessarily teaching children to be farmers, but rather using a farm to teach wholesome, healthy life lessons. 

They are holding a fund raising tea next Saturday and Sunday.  A fun holiday activity for you and your girlfriends that also helps a good cause.