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2019-2020 Birthday Party Guide nwkidsmagazine.com
SEPTEMBER 2019
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THE FARTHER WE GO, THE FARTHER THEY’LL GO.
At Doernbecher, we have more pediatric specialists than anyone else in the state. And we’re the only children’s hospital in Oregon to rank among the best in the country.
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Editor’s Note One could argue that declaring a favorite season around here is sort of like naming a favorite child. Certainly, each is lovely and special and magical in their own unique way. That said, I LOVE FALL! I’ll pass on the pumpkin spice everything (Spam?!), but bring on the rain boots and the leaves crunching underfoot and the weekend afternoons spent baking or exploring the changing flora of our favorite parks and natural spaces. September is also back to school time around here (for those with kiddos who attend) and we know that means meeting new teachers, making new friends and... birthday parties! If you need some new ideas or just a jumpstart to get planning, check out our Birthday Party Guide. There may just be a venue, an entertainer or a maker of yummy treats that you have yet to discover! PS- We can’t wait to see you on September 28th at our annual NW Kids Guide to Portland Expo, sponsored by Trackers! We’ll be at OMSI from 10-5 and can guarantee that it will be a fun, FREE event! Cheers!
Mary
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Contents SEPTEMBER 2019 8 2019-2020 Birthday Party Guide 14 Fishing with Trackers 20 Home Schooling or World Schooling? 28 Faith-Based Schools 30 Bits & Bytes 32 Get Out & Play! September Events
Cover photograph by DAVID KINDER for NORTHWEST CHILDREN’S THEATER & SCHOOL
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Listings All Families Surrogacy...........................34 Bennett Suzuki.......................................34 Beyond Caricature..................................18 Circus Project..........................................18 Earthquake Tech.......................................2 Engineering For Kids..............................11 Holy Trinity.............................................29 Farber Swim School...............................19 ILA..........................................................19 K12.........................................................22 Laser Blasters (Parties Inc).....................10 Little Fruit Farm......................................10 Lloyd Center Ice......................................10 Mad Science...........................................18 6 | NW Kids Magazine
Montessori of Alameda.........................34 Naydenov Gymnastics...........................18 North Clackamas P & R..........................11 NWCT.....................................................36 NWK Guide to Portland...........................7 OHSU/Doernbecher BPN.........................3 OMSI.......................................................31 Oregon Ballet Theatre............................27 Oregon Episcopal School.......................29 Oregon Heritage Farms..........................31 Penny’s Puppets.....................................19 Pietro’s....................................................23 Portland Children’s Museum Building Bridges.....................................35
Portland Parks and Rec..........................23 Portland Rock Gym................................18 Pottery Fun.............................................11 Sit Still......................................................2 Spielwerk Toys........................................19 Splat Action............................................10 The Children’s Garden............................34 The Circuit Gym......................................11 Village Home.........................................18 World of Smiles......................................29 Yuki Origami...........................................19
Guide to Portland Expo
Saturday, September 28 10am - 5pm at OMSI
Portland is a special place. There is so much to explore; so much to do; so much to see; so much to taste and so much to learn! And whether your family is new to Portland or new to parenting (or both!), NW Kids has an expo planned just for you!
Learn more at nwkidsmagazine.com
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Cakes, Treats & Everything Sweet Candy
Custom Cakes
Lolli & Pops
Baker & Spice
Rose City Sweets
Decadent Creations
Study of Sweets
Helen Bernhard Bakery
lolliandpops.com rosecitysweets.com studyofsweets.com
Sweets Etc.
sweetsetc.com
The Candy Basket
theartfullgardenandcompany.com
Frozen Treats
bakerandspicepdx.com decadentcreations.com helenbernhardbakery.com
Mehri’s Bakery & Cafe mehris.com
Miss Zumstein
misszumstein.com
Cloud City Ice Cream
New Cascade Traditional (Gluten-free)
Eb & Bean
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Fifty Licks
Petunia’s Pies & Pastries (Gluten-free & vegan)
cloudcityicecream.com ebandbean.com fifty-licks.com
Handel’s
handelsicecream.com
Nectar Frozen Yogurt Lounge nectarfroyo.com
Pinolo Gelateria
pinologelato.com
Ruby Jewel
rubyjewel.com
Salt & Straw/Wiz Bang Bar
saltandstraw.com, saltandstraw.com/wizbangbar
What’s the Scoop?
whatsthescooppdx.com
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newcascadiatraditional.com nothingbundtcakes.com
petuniaspiesandpastries.com
Piece of Cake Bakery (Gluten-free & vegan options) pieceofcakebakery.net
Sweetpea Baking Company (Vegan) sweetpeabaking.com
Pie & Cupcakes Angel’s Donuts & Ice Cream
facebook.com/Angels-DonutsIce-Cream-171378416919449
Bipartisan Cafe
bipartisancafe.com
Blue Star Donuts
Pacific Pie Company pacificpie.com
Pie Spot
pie-spot.com
Pip’s Original Doughnuts
bluestardonuts.com
pipsmobile.com, facebook.com/ pipsoriginal
Coco Donuts
Random Order
Delicious Donuts
Saint Cupcake
cocodonuts.com
randomordercoffee.com
deliciousdonutspdx.com
saintcupcake.com
Lauretta Jean’s
laurettajeans.com
Places to Party Animals A Walk on the Wild Side wildsideoregon.org
Oregon Coast Aquarium aquarium.org
Oregon Reptile Man
oregonreptileman.com
Oregon Zoo
oregonzoo.org
Party Animals NW
partyanimalsnw.com
Arcades, Fun Centers & Theme Parks Bullwinkle’s
fun-center.com
Electric Castle’s Wunderland wunderlandgames.com
Enchanted Forest
enchantedforest.com
Oaks Park
oakspark.com
Safari Sam’s
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Places to Party (continued)
Art, Craft & Cooking Bricks & Minifigs
Spark Arts Center
sparkartscenter.com
bricksandminifigs.com/store/ portland-or
The Craft Factory
CeramiCafe Art Lounge
Vibe of Portland
Confection Crafts
Yuki Origami
ceramicafenw.com
confectioncrafts.com
Kids Central Kitchen cookincolor.com
Merry Kitchen
themerrykitchen.com
Mimosa Studios
craftfactorypdx.com vibepdx.org
Step-by-step origami instructions for ages 5 and up. Lessons are customizable depending on the party theme or the kid’s interest. A handmade birthday card is included, as well as take-home party favors upon request. yukiorigami.com
mimosa-studios.com
Bowling
My Masterpiece Art Studio
Allen’s Crosley Lanes
Portland Child Art Studio
Big Al’s
Pottery Fun
Grand Central Restaurant & Bowling Lounge
mymasterpieceartstudio.com portlandchildartstudio.org 90 minutes of studio time with either small or larger pottery pieces, depending upon package, for 6-18 painters. Plus, time and space for cake and snacks! Suitable for all ages. potteryfunpdx.com
SCRAP
scrappdx.com
Smartypants
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crosleylanes.com ilovebigals.com
thegrandcentralbowl.com
Kellogg Bowl
kelloggbowl.com
KingPins
mykingpins.com
Milwaukie Bowl
milwaukiebowl.com
Park Lanes
parklanes.net
Punch Bowl Social
punchbowlsocial.com/portland
Super Play
OMEGA Gymnastics
Tigard Bowl
Oregon Gymnastics Academy
Climbing
Precision Elite Gymnastics
Circuit Bouldering Gym
The Children’s Gym
superplayor.com tigardbowl.com
Bouldering is a fun, social activity that is great for birthday parties! Parties last two hours and include climbing and games led by two experienced climbing instructors. thecircuitgym.com
Portland Rock Gym
Customized rock climbing parties are available for kids ages 6 & up. Bring up to 12 children for 2 hours of enjoyment on the weekends. A private party room is available for those who choose to bring food, presents, and other party favors. portlandrockgym.com
Stoneworks Climbing Gym belay.com
Dance, Circus, Gymnastics & Yoga Echo Theater Company
omega-gymnastics.com ogagym.org
precisionelitegymnastics.com childrensgym.com
The Circus Project
Celebrate your birthday with the joy and energy of the circus arts. At a Circus Project birthday party you will fly and spin on trapeze, play juggling games, get plenty of exercise, express your creativity and have fun with your friends! thecircusproject.org/privateand-group-lessons#birthdays
Tumble Bus
tumblebuspdx.com
Westside Dance and Gymnastics Academy westsideacademy.com
Yoga Playgrounds
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echotheaterpdx.org
The Gym-Nest
thegym-nest.com
Metro Gymnastics Center metrogymnastics.com
Naydenov Gymnastics
Have a blast playing on the zip line, float pits, bungees, trampolines and more. Set up and clean up is included so you can enjoy the party! ngymnastics.com
THE CIRCUS PROJ ECT
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One Fish, Two Fish, How Bout You Fish! The sunshine of summer has us all yearning to get closer to the water. And while splashing around in a lake, floating down a river, and running through a waterfalls will be lots of fun, fishing can be the year-round activity that brings a deeper connection to our waterways. While fishing, we become part of nature’s cycles—the ebb and flow of tides, the seasonal needs and patterns of fish, the effects of weather on the waterscape. By fishing, we re-engage with food production cycles. We can see the way pollution moves through plants and animals, and into our systems. We can think more specifically about what we do to help conservation efforts. We learn that we can only take as many fish as we need, for the population to rebuild and stay strong. So here’s a quick starter guide to getting your family out on a fishing adventure! There’s always more to explore, but these basics will get you going.
Where to Go
How to Fish
There’s no doubt that this corner of the country has so many beautiful waterways. But here’s where our Trackers experts are fishing now:
Fishing can get incredibly intricate with various lures, bobs, and knots to tie. But on day one at Trackers, we like to teach a basic set up—just a bamboo pole, length of line, and a single hook. Trim up a piece of bamboo for your cane, and split one end to make a notch. Tie your line (about 6–7ft. of it) on the notch, and then wind the rest of the line around the pole. When you reach the end of the line, secure it again on a notch so it stays bound up during travel. Tie on your hook, dig up a grub, and you’re ready to go!
• St. Louis Ponds—Located just south of Woodburn, the St. Louis Ponds are a Trackers top spot. No boating allowed, making this a serene space to hone your fishing skills. • Henry Hagg Lake—Just outside Portland, in Gaston, lies this manmade lake. The no-wake zone makes it a great place to take young ones. • Clackamette Park—At the confluence of the Willamette and Clackamas rivers, this Oregon City park has shelters and beach access as well as a boat launch for family fishing fun. 14 | NW Kids Magazine
This bamboo pole may not be the most flashy or glamorous, but it becomes a sort of meditation or practice in paying attention. Kids have to be close to the water to use this set up, they have to be still and quiet to not scare the fish, and
can see the immediate consequence of noises and movements as the fish dart away into hiding. They get to know the water—the warm spots, the cool spots, and where the fish like to hide. This type of fishing isn’t just about catching; it’s about becoming more connected to the fish, watching their movements and behaviors up close, and becoming a part of nature’s flow.
• Water water everywhere! But not a drop to drink. Remember to bring lots of water to the water. As with any outdoor activity, keeping yourself hydrated will help you pay attention and stay focused, allowing for a safe and fun fishing adventure.
Safety & Your Responsibility While fishing can be a relaxing hobby with lots of down time, it’s still essential to pay attention. Fishing responsibly means being aware of what you can control, and doing everything in your power to keep yourself and others safe, now and for years to come. • Hooks are sharp. To protect yourself and those fishing with you, maintain control of your hook at all times. Cast thoughtfully and check your surroundings. Set up in an area where people aren’t walking or sitting behind you. For younger children and beginners, we recommend you crimp down the barbs on hooks. And remember that your fishing pole is a tool, not a toy. • Out on the water, there’s no protection from the sun. Plus, the bright rays get reflected back on to you from the water’s surface. Be sure to use sunscreen—applying before you get on the water—and eye protection. A sun hat, too, for your head (even if you have hair!) Bandanas are also a nice natural air conditioner. Wet them and drape over the back of your neck to help fight the heat. • Keep it cool. If you plan on catching along with fishing, be sure to bring a cooler filled with ice. Fish should be chilled and kept cold to preserve flavor and texture, and to keep your catch as fresh as possible.
These tips should help you and your family get started, but the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) has some great resources, too, including a recommended gear list for whatever fishing adventure you choose. Plus, they run free family fishing events throughout Oregon to get you and your little one started. Always be sure to check with your local authorities for weather reports and licensing requirements. Rivers and streams are the lifeblood of the land that provides for all of us. Building relationships with these fresh water sources will help us to revitalize the land, and in turn, all the species that depend on their cycles. At Trackers Earth, the Mariners Guild engage with all of nature’s waterways, handing down seasoned wisdom and years of enthusiasm to help you and yours get out on the river. With options from oneweek camps to year-long apprenticeships, Trackers Earth has the programs to fit your schedule, featuring original themes and real skills. We hope to see you on the water soon.
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Places to Party (continued)
Karaoke, Music & Movies Academy Theater
academytheaterpdx.com
Punch Bowl Social
punchbowlsocial.com/portland
Voicebox Karaoke Lounge voiceboxpdx.com
Live Theater Northwest Children’s Theater
Northwest Children’s Theater and School offers one-of-a-kind birthday parties for children of all ages. Celebrate with friends and family in a private party room, and see a great show! nwcts.org
Splat Action Paintball
Private parties (10+ people) have exclusive access to all 12 playing fields, plus a dedicated referee and 500 paintballs per person. splataction.com
Sykart Indoor Racing sykart.com/tigard
Ultrazone Laser Tag
ultrazoneportland.com
Miniature Golf Glowing Greens
glowinggreens.com
Twin Pines Country Club
twinpinescountryclub.com
Laser Tag, Paintball & Go-Karts
Museums & Science
Impact Action Sports
acgilbert.org
impactactionsports.com
Laser Blasters
Laser Blasters offers fun for the whole family! Play a game of laser tag in an abandoned town that has been invaded by aliens, or putt through their safari themed mini golf course. Celebrate a birthday at Laser Blasters and enjoy use of a private party room and game room. Look for their entrance outside of Vancouver Mall. laserblasters.com
Malibu Raceway
skibowl.com/summer/mt-hoodactivities/malibu-raceway-skibowl
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A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village Engineering for Kids
Hands-on engineering projects for ages 4-12, including LEGO®️Robotics, rocket-building, helicopters and more; the birthday kiddo gets a free t-shirt. Awesome! engineeringforkids.com/portland
Mad Science
Bring Mad Science to your birthday for a party that you will never forget! Parties at the Mad Science Lab or in your own location. All guests participate in science experiments that they take home. Add Rockets, Robots, Dry Ice, Science of Cotton Candy, or Hovercraft rides for more fun! portland.madscience.org
Oregon Rail Heritage Center orhf.org
Portland Children’s Museum
The Museum is the perfect place to host your child’s birthday party. Have the party in one of our indoor party rooms or in our pavilion located in Outdoor Adventure. Guests will enjoy all day access to our exciting exhibits and hands-on activities. portlandcm.org
Play Munchkin Playland
munchkinplayland.com
Play Boutique
playboutique.com
Playdate PDX
playdatepdx.com
Salons Pigtails & Crewcuts
pigtailsandcrewcuts.com
Skating Gresham Skate World
greshamskateworld.com
Lloyd Center Ice Rink
PIETRO’S PIZZA
Pizza Parties
Birthday Party includes: admission and skate rental for 10, use of a private party room for 1 hour, decorated party table, a party host, your choice of 1/4 sheet cake, beverages, and a special gift for the birthday child. lloydcenterice.com
Mountain View Ice Arena mtviewice.com
John’s Incredible Pizza
Mt. Scott Community Center
Mississippi Pizza
Oaks Park Roller Rink
Papa’s Pizza Parlor
Sherwood Ice Arena
johnspizza.com/beaverton mississippipizza.com papaspizza.net
Pietro’s Pizza
A Northwest family favorite since 1957! With a variety of party themes to choose from, personal pizzas, games and prizes for the kiddo, Pietro’s is THE place to book birthday parties! pietrosrestaurants.com
portlandoregon.gov/parks/60409 oakspark.com/roller-skating.html sherwoodicearena.com continued on p. 24 LLOYD CENTER ICE RINK Photo by Jessica Brand
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Home Schooling or World Schooling? by VICTORIA NOLTEN Homestead Economics
Frantically the mother glances around the table at her children. Such a busy day and it’s been so hard to keep it all together. The two oldest want to run outside, the 8 year old is demanding time to play on the computer and the 6 year old is frustrated with math. To add to the struggle, they are already a week behind in the lesson plan and she had wanted to catch up this week- not fall further behind… Is that what comes to mind when you think of homeschooling? Well, let me put a different image into your head. The parent grabs the car keys, excited for the day. It’s going to be a great one! The two oldest are heading out into the woods with a homeschool enrichment program to learn about the flora and fauna. It’s late summer so (fingers crossed) there may be some 20 | NW Kids Magazine
huckleberries coming home with them for dessert. The 8 year old and 6 year old are going to the zoo with a group of friends to learn about animals. The 8 year old did a bunch of research on the computer last night on penguins, her favorite animal, and has a list of questions to ask the zoo guide. As they drive, the 6 year old keeps tracks of how many red cars he sees. He has been doing red car counting for a while to determine how many he will see in a month. They have a chart at home for each outing and at the end of the month will count all of them for a total.
Worldschooling FOR THE WIN! Children are wired to learn and do not require a classroom to do so. This isn’t to say it’s always easy and that
frustration doesn’t happen, but it can be a whole lot of fun. For every type of family, every type of kid and every type of parenting style, there is a type of worldschooling. Schooling can be structured; online charter, book-based curriculum, community classes or completely unstructured, which is known as unschooling.
maintaining grade level appropriate development the state requires testing at the end of 3rd, 5th, 8th and 10th grades. A set curriculum is not required. If you would like to use a curriculum there are multitudes to choose from including book-based and online. In addition, many organizations offer enrichment programs to worldschoolers.
Homeschooling in Oregon is outlined by the statute and administrative rules (see resource list). Register your child with their local school district informing them that you will be homeschooling the year they are 6 years old as of September 1st. If they are older, just notify the school district within 10 days of withdrawal from school. To ensure children are
Interested in learning more? Join a couple of Facebook groups that appeal to you and ask questions. Send me an email and we can chat. Childhood is so short. If you feel called to worldschool your children, it’s an experience you will never forget!
Resources Local Homeschooling Organizations
Homestead Economics
ultnomah County Library resources M for homeschoolers. multcolib.org/homeschooling/ local-homeschooling-organizations
Village Home
illage Home offers ala carte courses V for worldschoolers in Portland and Beaverton. villagehome.org
omestead Economics is an enrichment H program run by the author of this article. homesteadec.com
Oregon Homes Education Network Oregon Homes Education Network is a great resource for all things homeschooling in Oregon ohen.org/homeschooling-in-oregon/
Some Facebook pages of interest:
facebook.com/groups/secularhomepdx/ facebook.com/groups/553540044800576/ facebook.com/groups/883636511701160/ facebook.com/groups/HomeschoolersOfPortland/ facebook.com/groups/hiplist/ facebook.com/ChristianHomeschoolingParents/
Victoria is a mother of two; one of whom is a homeschooling teenager and the other a recent college graduate. She runs Homestead Economics, a homeschooling enrichment program. NW Kids Magazine | 21
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Places to Party (continued)
Sports, Jump, & Active Play Aim High Martial Arts aimhighma.org
Archers Afield
archersafield.com
iFLY
iflyworld.com
Lumberyard Bike Park lumberyardmtb.com
NW Fencing Center nwfencing.org
Playground Gym
theplaygroundgym.com
Portland Parks and Rec
Create the perfect party for your little one, all at a price you can afford! Options can include indoor park, skating, rock climbing wall, swimming, arts and crafts, and more. Call your preferred community center and/or pool to schedule your party! portlandoregon.gov/parks/ article/430541
Sky High Sports
skyhighsports.com
Tree to Tree Adventure Park tree3treeadventurepark.com
Urban Warrior
urbanwarrior.fit
FARBER SWIM SCHO OL
Swimming & Water Play Evergreen Waterpark
wingsandwaveswaterpark.com
Farber Swim School
Make a splash for your next birthday party or group celebration! We offer several pool packages for swimmers of all ages. farberswimschool.com
North Clackamas Aquatic Park
Birthday parties are a splash at North Clackamas Aquatic Park! Dive into fun with a wave pool, toddler splash zone, water slides and a 29-foor rock wall. ncprd.com/aquatic-park
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Performers Balloon Artists Joe Mishkin
joemishkin.com
Joy Entertainers
joyentertainers.com
Slightly Twisted Balloons
slightlytwistedballoons.com
Tuxedo Jimmy
tuxedojimmy.com
Clowns, Princesses & Puppeteers BJ the Clown
bjtheclown.com
Cha Cha the Clown
chachatheclown.com
Dragon Theater Puppets & Princesses dragontheater.com
Olive and Dingo
oliveanddingo.com
Penny’s Puppets
Their imaginative and interactive shows take the audience on a musical journey full of fun and laughter. Shows last between 35-45 mins. pennypuppets.com
Princess Power Parties
princesspowerparties.com
Red Yarn
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BEYOND CARICATURE
Caricatures & Portraits Beyond Caricature
Kids don’t sit still and they capture that charm. Likenesses within minutes that are informal, fast, fun, and framable. beyondcaricature.com
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Performers (continued)
Face Painters Fancy Faces by Amy
fancyfacesbyamy.com
Mystique’s Fancy Faces
mystiquesfancyfaces.com
Nicole’s Face Painting
nicolesfacepainting.com
Shining Faces
Magic with Hart hartkeene.com
Presto the Magician
prestothemagician.com
Scramble James
scramblejames.com
Musicians
shiningfaces.com
Mo Phillips
Circus Arts & Magicians
Red Yarn
Alexander Master of Marvels parlorofwonders.com
Erika Ryn
mophillips.com redyarnproductions.com
The Alphabeticians
thealphabeticians.com
erikaryn.com
The Perfect Gifts Black Wagon
blackwagon.com
Finnegan’s Toys & Gifts finneganstoys.com
Made You Look
madeyoulookpdx.com
Piccolo Mondo Toys
piccolomondotoys.com
Presents of Mind
presentsofmind.tv
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Spielwerk Toys
Inspired by well-designed playthings that inspire free and open-ended play. Pop by and see their current selection of toys and games. spielwerktoys.com
Thinker Toys
thinkertoysoregon.com
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Portland’s Faith-Based Schools
As you surely know, Portland is known for its vast array of education choices. Check back next month for a comprehensive guide to schools and open houses in all categories, but here is a quick look at some of the faith-based options in the area.
Cathedral School
“The mission of Cathedral School is to provide an excellent academic education grounded in Catholic religious principles and values, thereby creating a life-long love for learning and respect for each person and all creation as gifts of God.” PreK-8th Grade 110 NW 17th Ave, Portland cathedral-or.org
Holy Trinity Catholic School
“Through academic excellence, Holy Trinity Catholic School prepares students emotionally, intellectually, morally, physically and spiritually for the world in which they live.” PreK-8th Grade 13755 SW Walker Rd, Beaverton htsch.org
Islamic School of Portland
“Education is so very important to us here at the Islamic School of Portland. We strive for excellence and student success on all levels. Not only is education our priority, but maintaining an Islamic community is KEY when it comes to understanding how we can inspire our children to contribute back as practicing Muslims not only to our communities and society, but to all of humanity.” PreK-8th Grade 10200 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland ispdx.org
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OES
“Oregon Episcopal School prepares students for higher education and lifelong learning by inspiring intellectual, physical, social, emotional, artistic, and spiritual growth so that they may realize their power for good as citizens of local and world communities.” PreK-12th Grade 6300 SW Nicol Rd, Portland oes.edu
Portland Jewish Academy
“As a Jewish day school, we strive to ensure an academically rich environment which honors the whole child. Portland Jewish Academy nurtures and inspires Jewish engagement, kavod/respect, and responsibility for the world in which we live.” Infant-8th Grade 6651 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland pjaproud.org
St Pius X Catholic School
“St. Pius X School is a community of educators, students, alumni and parents dedicated to a Catholic environment in which faith-based values and academic excellence are priorities.” PreK-8th Grade 1260 NW Saltzman Rd, Portland stpiuspanthers.org
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BITS & BYTES Portland Children’s Museum
Launches
Building Bridges Family Music Festival September 21 – 22 Seeking to build connections through play and music, Portland Children’s Museum will present the first annual Building Bridges Family Music Festival on Saturday and Sunday, September 21 and 22, 2019, from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Live performances and dozens of hands-on activities, plus food and beverages, will be part of the festival, which is designed to build community and connection through music.
Jeremiah Sazdanoff, Director of Museum Experience, says, “The power of music is truly magical, whether it’s creating sounds, listening to high-quality performances, or dancing to a favorite song with a friend. Every child deserves the right to these types of transformative experiences, and we’re excited to offer this yearly festival to the city.”
Portland kindie artists Red Yarn, Aaron Nigel Smith, Mister Ben and Mo Phillips will perform. Nationally touring acts include DJ Lance Rock (Yo Gabba Gabba), Caspar Babypants, 123 Andrés, Jazzy Ash and the Alphabet Rockers. Local performers include Oregon KotoKai, Painted Sky Northstar, DJ Anjali & Incredible Kid, Mo Phillips, Bravo Youth Orchestra, Kaleinani o ke Kukui, Okaidja Afroso, and DJ Action Slacks.
The Portland Children’s Museum is in Washington Park, across from Oregon Zoo at 4015 SW Canyon Road, Portland, 97221.
In addition to world-class performances, there will be opportunities to play and engage with music in various ways, including DIY instrument-building, merch-making, fashion design, and an instrument petting zoo. Dancing and music-making will be encouraged.
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DETAILS:
DAILY FESTIVAL ADMISSION $4 for Members; $14 for Non-members; $3 Access Admission per person for up to 5 people (to qualify, families must receive some form of public assistance; proof of eligibility required). Children under age 1 are free. Tickets are available now at portlandcm.org/events/buildingbridges-family-music-festival Call: (503) 223-6500
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AMERICAN INDIAN DAY CELEBRATION
SIDEWALK CHALK ART FESTIVAL
NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY
CARLTON CRUSH
Get Out and Play! This month’s local adventures
Summer’s not quite over yet and there is still much, much more fun to be had! Whether you’d like to celebrate and honor the diverse cultures of our area, stomp some grapes in Carlton or get your cosplay on, the Rose City has you covered this month. Get out and play!
Aug 31 - Sept 2
Sept 7
Art in the Pearl
Tigard Street Fair & Latino Festival
Art In The Pearl is a wonderful volunteer-driven community event for the whole family. Over one hundred artists show and sell work ranging from fine wooden furniture to beautiful paintings to photography, glass, clay, metal, jewelry, and much more. Free. artinthepearl.com
Sept 7 Night Out with Family This event will be a magical evening where mothers and fathers will bring their sons and daughters out for a special night filled with music, dancing, food, photos and fun. As the kids enter the ballroom wearing their beautiful dresses and suits, this will surely be an evening that they will remember forever. $50. eventbrite.com/e/ first-annual-night-out-with-familytickets-61623705161
Music, food, crafts, and more await you at this jam-packed event! Tigard is excited to have Quake Up - NW Prepared participating in the Street Fair this year. There will be so much to see and do you’ll just need to show up and see for yourself. Free. exploredowntowntigard.com/events/ street-fair
Sept 8 - 9 Carlton Crush Harvest Festival Now celebrating its eighth year, this fullday celebration features a Team Grape Stomp Competition, Kids’ Watermelon Eating Contest & Kids’ Grape Stomp Competition, lots of live music, and an Artists’ Market, with many unique craft merchants. Enjoy terrific Festival food and sample a large selection of fine wines and craft beers. Free. carltoncrush.com
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Sept 13 - 15
Sept 21 - 22
Rose City Comic Con
Building Bridges Family Music Festival
Portland’s premier pop-culture event, Rose City Comic Con is produced locally with a focus on creating a fun and friendly event for everyone! While the primary focus is that of comics, comic creators, and the creative process, Rose City Comic Con also provides its attendees with access to gaming, sci-fi, cosplay, anime, fantasy, and everything in between. $75. rosecitycomiccon.com
Sept 14 Family Bird Walk in Portland These guided walks provide opportunities for parents and children to learn a new outdoor skill together. Each session covers a new topic and includes activities to strengthen your birding skills. The Arboretum provides loan binoculars and field guides, or participants are welcome to bring their own. What better way to have family time than learning in nature together? $7. hoytarboretum.org/learn/youth/ family-bird-walks
Sept 15 Sidewalk Chalk Art Festival Stroll along the streets in downtown Forest Grove and watch thousands of people paint the sidewalk. It’s free to check out the art, and only $12 to claim a square of the sidewalk for the day. The festival is held rain or shine so come prepared for the weather. There will be ongoing entertainment all day long and it’s suitable for all ages. Free. valleyart.org/chalkart
Portland Children’s Museum is proud to announce the first annual Building Bridges Family Music Festival, a community-building, tune-filled weekend designed to build bridges in peace and friendship through music and play. Families from the Portland metro area will converge at the Museum for a weekend of live music, dancing, and interactive, hands-on experiences. $14. portlandcm.org/events/buildingbridges-family-music-festival
Sept 27 American Indian Day Celebration The Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board presents the 2019 American Indian Day Celebration. This event features the Dancing in the Square Powwow along with vendors, educational booths, food, entertainment and more. Free. thesquarepdx.org/ event/14th-annual-american-indianday-celebration
Sept 28 National Public Lands Day National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest single-day volunteer effort. It celebrates the connection between people and green space in their community, inspires environmental stewardship, and encourages the use of open space for education, recreation, and general health. Many National Parks will be participating in Free Entrance Day allowing free attendance as well. Free. neefusa.org/npld
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