NW Kids Magazine June 2018

L I V E • PLAY • DO

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NW Kids' Guide to Portland plus F ATHE R’S DAY E V E NTS

R AIS I NG GL OB AL CITI ZEN S nwkidsmagazine.com

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Editor’s Note My first recollection of visiting Portland was a stopover on a high school road trip to San Francisco in the spring of 1991.

I couldn’t believe it when the elderly Latin teacher who was driving our van let us, his rowdy group of teenage charges, loose into the vastness of Powell’s City of Books with only a wave and an approximate time to reconvene. Growing up in Seattle, Portland always held a certain mystique for me. It wasn’t until 2006, when I moved here with my husband and newborn daughter, that I began to truly explore the city. 12 years later (and with that newborn daughter heading off to 6th grade Outdoor School next week!) I am still learning and exploring. I hope that the discovery of new sights and sounds and tastes never ends. If that’s possible, I guess maybe that is the mark of a truly great city.

Welcome to (June in) Portland!

Cheers!

Mary

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Contents JUNE 2018 8 Your PDX Carpet Pics!

10 Raising Global Citizens 16 NW Kids Guide to Portland 26 Father’s Day Events 30 Get Out & Play!

Cover illustration by JACOB WOOTON Instagram: @livingthingsunion

Contents photography by PARAS SURI PHOTOGRAPHY facebook.com/Photovisioner

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Listings Academy Theater...........................................10 All Families Surrogacy...................................10 Bennett Suzuki...............................................28 Big Lake Youth Camp.....................................15 Circle of Life Surrogacy, LLC...........................28 College Sitters................................................14 Engineering For Kids......................................14 Family Forest Fest...........................................18 French Prairie Gardens...................................28 Friendly House...............................................14 Lice Clinics of America...................................15 Little Fruit Farm..............................................15 Math Gamers.................................................28 Mr. David’s School of Film..............................28 Myoptic Optometry......................................... 7

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NW Dance Project..........................................14 New Day School.............................................11 Northwest Mother’s Milk Bank......................29 OMSI...............................................................19 Oaks Park.......................................................... 7 Oregon Episcopal School...............................11 Oregon Zoo....................................................... 2 Pacific Northwest College of Art....................15 Play Fit Fun.....................................................29 Portland Early Learning Project.....................28 Portland Trampoline........................................ 3 Pottery Fun.....................................................10 Royal Ridges...................................................15 Saturday Academy.........................................18 Scuola Italiana di Portland............................28

Sit Still............................................................19 Sky High.........................................................18 Soccer Shots...................................................32 SW Community Center..................................18 Spielwerk Toys................................................11 The Children’s Garden....................................28 The Kids’ Backyard Store.................................. 3 Therapy Solutions for Kids............................... 7 Tidee Didee....................................................22 Tri-County Farms............................................22 Tuality Healthcare..........................................22 World of Smiles..............................................19

Illustration by JACOB WOOTON Instagram: @livingthingsunion

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We put out a call on the NWK Facebook page for your PDX Carpet pics and you answered!

How could we pick just one to feature?!

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Photograph by NISE

Raising Global Citizens

by AFTON NELSON

Technology has put the world at our fingertips, and making connections with people from different cultural backgrounds is now a common occurrence. It is perfectly reasonable to assume that our children will be working, living and interacting with the citizens of the world, whether in this country, or another.

Because of this, a cultural education is an important part of this generation’s development and there are many ways today’s parents are making this happen.

Language lessons, participating in local cultural traditions, books, travel, art, and conversation all allow our kids to gain this rich layer of learning.

Participating in a student exchange program is another way to help children develop a knowledge of and appreciation for other cultures, and make life-long friends along the way. Whether your host a student in your home, or send your own child off on an international adventure, student exchanges can provide an invaluable global education.

What makes a good host family?

Sara Bruckner, Deputy Director at ANDEO International Homestays says, “good host families have an eagerness to connect across cultures and help to someone from another country feel welcomed and included.” Rather than big excursions or exciting outings, daily interaction like cooking and eating together, playing games and sports, doing projects, talking, and laughing that really make students feel at home.

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“Having a stranger in the home is probably awkward for most. We’ve done it many times and still get nervous before arrival,” said Thomas Darby and Marcia Smith, who hosted a student through ANDEO. They admit that while it can be disruptive to the daily routine, there are many rewards. “We beam when telling our friends about our experiences.”

What makes a good teen traveler?

Open-minded teens that are ready to extend themselves beyond their comfort zone make great exchange students.

Bruckner says, “students should have at least two years of a language to be able to fully participate in their host families’ lives.”

And if your families has hosted exchange students, teens will have a deeper understanding of what the experience will be like.

Feedback from host families and teen travelers reveal the benefits go beyond a cultural education. “Kids learn to look outside themselves,” Bruckner says.

“They can work through differences, exercise patience, take responsibility for another’s well-being, and help someone feel included.” She adds, “teens who go abroad report gaining resiliency, a personal connection to the larger world, and an understanding that there are many ways to live a life.”

If you’re interested in learning more about becoming a host family, or if you have a teen who wants to participate in an exchange here are a few local organizations to connect with.

ANDEO International Homestays ANDEO is a nonprofit organization specializing in short educational and immersion homestay programs since 1981.

Hosting opportunities: Host teens from Spain, France, and Germany, and college students from Japan for 3-4 weeks in July or August.

Programs abroad: ANDEO offers shortterm summer programs for high-school age students in Costa Rica, France, Germany, Mexico, Japan, and Spain. All programs include a homestay with a welcoming host family.

Contact: 503-274-1776 | info@andeo.org andeo.org

Cultural Homestay International Our Academic Year Program is a cultural exchange between American host families and international students coming to the US to study for a semester or an academic year. We believe building these meaningful relationships is the best way to create a more peaceful world.

Hosting opportunities: There are hosting opportunities throughout the tri-county area and SW Washington to host students from all over the world.

Contact: 503-730-1210 | chijena@chinet.org chinet.org

Photographs by ANDEO INTL HOMESTAYS

Northwest International Student Exchange (NISE)

CETUSA (Council for Educational Travel USA)

Since 1983, Northwest International Student Exchange (NISE) has been promoting international understanding and goodwill through cultural exchange. For a firsthand experience, host a student from China, Japan, or Germany.

The mission of CETUSA is “reaching out to encourage a lifelong journey of global peace and understanding” for the students, host families and communities that are part of the exchange experience.

Hosting opportunities: July 31-August 12 – Japanese high school students September 8-November 25 – German high school students January 26-Feburary 8, 2019 – Chinese elementary students

Hosting opportunities: There are currently 300 students from more than 20 different countries looking to be matched with host families for the upcoming school year.

Contact: 503-222-9803 | assistant@nwise.org nwise.org

Contact: CETUSA.Portland@gmail.com Karli Winters, director cetusa.org

Afton Nelson is a freelance writer and Portland mother of three boys. Learn more about her at aftonnelson.com.

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Guide to Portland am azi ng pla ce.

You alr ead y kno w Por tla nd is an The Cit y of Ros es Wh eth er you are bra nd new to bre d, we ’ve or you ’re an Ore gon ian bor n and te Can ’t-M iss spo ts rou nde d up som e of our fav ori and res our ces for you .

Get Around Trimet

Trimet provides bus, light rail and commuter rail service throughout the Portland Metro area. trimet.org

Portland Sunday Parkways From May-September, Sunday Parkways provides five traffic-free biking events through Portland’s gorgeous neighborhoods. portlandoregon.gov/ transportation/58929

Aerial Tram The Portland Aerial Tram carries commuters between the city’s South Waterfront district and the main OHSU campus, located in the Marquam Hill neighborhood. gobytram.com SUNDAY PARKWAYS

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Portland Streetcar Owned by the City of Portland and operated by Trimet, the Portland Streetcar system serves the areas surrounding downtown. portlandstreetcar.org

Explore Cooper Mountain Overlooking the Tualatin River Valley, Cooper Mountain Nature Park is located on the edge of Beaverton. The 230-acre park offers visitors 3½ miles of trails that traverse the park and pass through each of its distinct habitats - from conifer forest to prairie to oak woodlands. thprd.org/parks-and-trails/detail/ cooper-mountain-nature-park

TRIMET

Forest Park

Jackson Bottom Wetlands

At 5,200 acres, Portland’s Forest Park is one of the largest urban forests in the United States. With more than 80 miles of trails, fire lanes and forest roads, Forest Park stretches for more than seven miles along the eastern slope of the Tualatin Mountains, overlooking Northwest Portland and the convergence of the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. forestparkconservancy.org/forestpark/

Located in Hillsboro, Jackson Bottom Wetlands is a scenic, 635-acre conservation area with a nature center, pedestrian trails & bird-watching. hillsboro-oregon.gov/departments/ parks-recreation/our-facilities/jacksonbottom-wetlands-preserve

Tryon Creek State National Area

OMSI contains three auditoriums, including a large-screen theatre, planetarium, and exhibition halls with a variety of hands-on permanent exhibits focused on natural sciences, industry, and technology. Transient exhibits span a wider range of disciplines. omsi.edu

With 8-miles of hiking trails, 3.5 miles of horse trail, 3-mile paved bicycle trail, and a paved all abilities trail, Tryon Creek is Oregon’s only state park that is located within a metropolitan area. tryonfriends.org

Visit OMSI

Pittock Mansion

Sauvie Island Located 10 miles north of Portland, Sauvie Island boasts beaches, biking, bird watching, farmstands and much more. sauvieisland.org

Built in 1914, the Pittock Mansion was purchased by the City of Portland and turned into a house museum in 1964.

Guided and self-guided tours are available. pittockmansion.org continued on p. 20

TRYON CREEK AERIAL TRAM

PITTOCK MANSION

FOREST PARK

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LAN SU CHINESE GARDEN

Portland Children’s Museum

Lan Su Chinese Garden

Located in Washington Park, PCM allows for endless opportunities for indoor and outdoor, hands-on learning. portlandcm.org

Located in Old Town and boasting a lake, teahouse, special events and spectacular gardens, Lan Su is always worth a visit. lansugarden.org

Oregon Zoo From summer camps and concerts on the lawn to Zoolights in the winter, Oregon Zoo is 64 acres of fun all year long. oregonzoo.org

Oregon Historical Society For more than a century, the Oregon Historical Society has served as the state’s collective memory, preserving a vast collection of artifacts, photographs, maps, manuscript materials, books, films, and oral histories. ohs.org

Portland Japanese Garden Located in Washington Park, the Portland Japanese Garden is an oasis of beauty, relaxation, meditation and seclusion. japanesegarden.org

Rice Museum of Rocks & Minerals Located just off of Hwy 26, near Hillsboro, The Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals exists to engage, inspire, and educate generations on the splendor and complexities of our Earth. ricenorthwestmuseum.org OREGON RAIL HERITAGE CENTER

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ROSE CITY ROLLERS JUNIORS

JAPANESE GARDEN

OREGON ZOO

Oregon Rail Heritage Center

NW Children’s Theater

Explore their latest exhibit, check out the steam locomotives or take a short ride to Oaks Bottom Wetlands. orhf.org/oregon-rail-heritage-center

Celebrating 25 years, NWCT continues to bring phenomenal live theater and acting classes to the young people of Portland. nwcts.org

Watch Rose City Rollers With both youth and adult leagues, the Rose City Rollers let you be a part of the derby action! rosecityrollers.com

Portland Timbers & Portland Thorns If you live in Portland, you can feel the energy coming out of Providence Park on game days. We have the most devoted soccer fans in the NW! timbers.com

NWCT

Oregon Children’s Theatre Located in the heart of downtown Portland, OCT offers a full season of entertainment, in addition to yearround acting classes and camps. octc.org

The Academy Theater Located in SE Portland, this historic movie theater features 2nd-run films, pizza, beer & reservation-only babysitting. academytheaterpdx.com continued on p. 23

OCT

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Play Oaks Park Oaks Park features rides, mini golf, roller skating, a dance pavilion and much more. oakspark.com

PLAY Boutique With locations in Lake Oswego and Beaverton, Play Boutique offers an indoor play space and family cafe, as well as summer and school-year enrichment classes and programs. playboutique.com

Wunderland With 5 locations, Wunderland is a kid’s dream come true. Featuring a cinema, nickel games, laser tag and much more, Wunderland is always a hit. wunderlandgames.com

HARPER’S PLAYGROUND

Inclusive Parks & Playgrounds Every child deserves to play, regardless of any special physical or developmental needs. We’ve rounded up a list of some of the best inclusive parks and playgrounds in the area. All feature ramps, safety swings and other accessibility features.

Harper’s Playground 2525 N Dekum St. (Arbor Lodge Park) harpersplayground.org

Dawson Park 101 N Morris St. portlandoregon.gov/parks

Khunamokwst Park 5200 NE Alberta St. portlandoregon.gov/parks/61985

Washington Park SKY HIGH SPORTS

Sky High Sports This trampoline park in Tigard promises a good time; whether you’re there for the foam pit, the volleyball court or just to jump. por.skyhighsports.com

4033 SW Canyon Rd. explorewashingtonpark.org

Westmoreland Nature-Based Playground SE McLoughlin Blvd and Bybee St. portlandoregon.gov/parks/57822

iFly Indoor Skydiving iFly, located in Tigard, offers indoor skydiving experiences for all ages and also host all-abilities nights. iflyworld.com/portland continued on p. 24

WESTMORELAND PLAYGROUND

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POR QUE NO

MISSISSIPPI PIZZA

Slappy Cakes

Eat Food Carts Whether you are looking for a burger, Vietnamese, Sushi or crepes, you can find it at one of Portland’s famed food carts. foodcartsportland.com

Diners make & cook their own pancakes at an industrial-sleek, otherwise fullservice breakfast spot on SE Belmont.

Pancakes! slappycakes.com

Pip’s Original Doughnuts & Chai If you’ve tried Pip’s, you already know.

If you haven’t, you will want to find out!

With a brick and mortar on NE Fremont and a mobile cart as well, Pip’s has you covered. pipsmobile.com

Mississippi Pizza Serving up delicious pizzas, along with family-friendly entertainment, Mississippi Pizza is a Portland mainstay. mississippipizza.com

Hopworks Urban Brewery With 3 locations, HUB is a go-to for a great burger, a welcoming environment and a kids’ menu you can feel good about. hopworksbeer.com

Por Que No

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CARTLANDIA VOODOO DONUTS

The chips and salsa alone are worth the visit to either the N. Mississippi or SE Hawthorne locations, but with the kids’ meals topping out at $3, it’s a must-visit for the whole family. porquenotacos.com

FRIENDLY HOUSE

Find Resources Doernbecher Children’s Hospital

ohsu.edu/xd/health/services/ doernbecher/

Legacy

legacyhealth.org

Providence Health Services providence.org

Tuality Healthcare

tuality.org/tuality

Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland Metropolitan Area

Boys & Girls Clubs are safe, positive places for kids to enjoy fun and engaging programs at an affordable price, empowering youth with a sense of belonging and security. bgcportland.org

Friendly House Friendly House is a non-profit neighborhood center and social service agency in NW Portland. friendlyhouseinc.org

Immigrant & Refugee Community Organization IRCO has over 40 years of history and experience working with Portland’s refugee and immigrant communities, to promote the integration of refugees, immigrants and the community at large into a self-sufficient, healthy and inclusive multi-ethnic society. irco.org

Jack & Jill of America, Inc. Jack & Jill is a membership organization dedicated to nurturing future African American leaders by strengthening children through leadership development, volunteer service, philanthropic giving and civic duty. jackandjillportland.org

Babywearing International of Portland BWI is a nonprofit group serving the greater Portland area whose mission is to promote babywearing as a universally accepted practice, with benefits for both child and caregiver, through education and support. bwipdx.weebly.com

Northwest Mother’s Milk Bank NWMMB is a group of dedicated staff and volunteers who carry out their mission through the safe collection and distribution of human donor milk, education, advocacy and research. donatemilk.org

Children’s Book Bank Children’s Book Bank encourages family reading to better prepare children for school by placing carefully selected bundles of books into the hands and homes of low-income, educationally at-risk children. childrensbookbank.org

Clackamas County Library clackamas.us/lib

Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries fvrl.org

Multnomah County Libraries multcolib.org

Washington County Cooperative Library Services wccls.org

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! y a D s ' d a D It's by GESSE STARK-SMITH

Looking for a fun Father’s Day activity? Whether you want to eat your weight in berries, show your LGBTQ pride or immerse yourself in Native American culture--we’ve rounded up a wide variety of affordable, family-friendly activities for you to explore.

June 2-3, 9-10, 16-17

Berries, Brews & BBQ’s at French Prairie Gardens

Bring Dad to Saint Paul for a day of farm fun! French Prairie Gardens’ annual summer festival wraps up on Father’s Day, but you can join in the festivities on June 2-3, 9-10 or 16-17! Saturdays 9am-6pm, Sundays 10am-6pm. Check site for pricing, fpgardens.com

ROSE CITY BOOK AND PAPER FAIR

DELTA PARK POWWOW

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If Dad is a book lover, this may be the right event for you! Both collectors and casual bookworms will find something to pique their interest. Best of all, proceeds from the event benefit children’s literacy organizations. $3, pdxbooks.org/rose-city-used-bookfair/

Both Native and non-native families are invited to participate in this 48th annual celebration of Native American culture!

This family-friendly event features dancing exhibitions, arts and craft vendors and food; including delicious fry bread. Free, crazycrow.com/site/event/delta-parkpowwow-and-encampment/

Rose City Book and Paper Fair

Delta Park Powwow

Please confirm calendar events and performances as scheduling changes may occur.

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TASTE OF TIGARD

JUNETEENTH OREGON CELEBRATION

June 15-17

June 16-17

Come celebrate the glory of summer berries--in the form of pie or shortcake!

Festival-goers will also enjoy a wide array of fair activities including hayrides, pony rides and berry-picking, if the weather permits. Free, tickets for some rides/activities, facebook.com/ events/2159329837629626/

LGBTQ Dads and allies will want to come down to McCall Waterfront Park for Pride Northwest. In addition to the parade, the music and the food, don’t miss the special family area for a chance to relax in the midst of the festivities. Free, pridenw.org

Lee Farms Berry Festival

June 16 Taste of Tigard

Dads who enjoy free (or inexpensive) food samples and live music are in luck--this year the Taste of Tigard is on Father’s Day weekend. Learn about the tasty offerings from a wide array of local businesses. Free, tigard-or.gov/ community/taste_of_tigard.php

June 16-17

Juneteenth Oregon Celebration Come be part of the oldest holiday celebrating the end of Slavery! You won’t want to miss the parade, live music, children’s play area, cultural booths or, of course, the tasty treats.

Free, juneteenthor.com

Pride Northwest Waterfront Festival

June 16-17

Oregon Renaissance Faire

Learn about Renaissance-era Scotland firsthand! The sights, sounds and tastes of the period will come alive, as fair-goers enjoy period-specific music, displays, crafts and delicacies! $10/children, $18/adults, $46/ family, oregonfaire.com

June 17 Grateful Dad Run

If your family is looking for a fun and athletic Father’s Day Activity, check out the Grateful Dad Run! Runners (or walkers!) can participate at a variety of levels, from a Kids Run to a 5K or even a half marathon.

A commemorative t-shirt and tasty snacks sweeten the deal even more! $8-$69, terrapinevents.com/event/grateful-dadhalf-marathon

Gesse Stark-Smith is librarian and freelance writer. A native Seattleite she enjoys exploring the Portland area, baking and reading cozy murder mysteries.

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PDXITKIDS BUILD TAKES A VILLAGE

A-WOL

LEE FARMS

Get Out and Play!

This month’s local adventures

Jun 1-3, 8-10

CityFair at Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park CityFair is jam-packed with music on the Rose City Stage, performing arts on the Artslandia stage, crafts and puppet shows in the Kids Zone, and cool artifacts in the Rose Festival Museum – all FREE with CityFair admission. The Game On Arcade is open all day for kiddos and all night for adults. Grab a brew at the Old Town Brewing Taphouse or a local cocktail from the Eastside Distilling Lounge and enjoy Rose Festival after dark! 11am-11pm, $8 for ages 7+. rosefestival.org/waterfront/city-fair

Jun 2

Summer Splash Demo Day Join Next Adventure for their 8th annual Summer Splash Demo Day at Oaks Park, on the beautiful Willamette River! This unique event is free to the public and family friendly. Find the right kayak or SUP before you buy. Next Adventures’ fleet of stand up paddleboards, canoes, and kayaks will be available.

9am-5pm (last demo at 4pm), free. nextadventure.net/summer-splashkayak-demo-day

Jun 2

The Archaeology Roadshow The Archaeology Roadshow is a celebration of archaeology and heritage in Oregon designed to introduce the public to archaeology and instill a sense of stewardship for cultural resources. It includes hands on activities, stone tool making demonstrations, a chance to meet real archaeologists, and a panel of experts, among a rotating cast of other exciting exhibits. This year’s theme is “The Archaeology of Change.” PSU’s Hoffman Hall. 10am-3pm, free. facebook.com/ events/165518994254544/

Jun 9

2018 It Takes a Village Conference Washington Autism Alliance & Advocacy (WAAA) is excited to announce the Southwest Washington “It Takes a Village” conference bringing together a large, diverse group of service providers, panelists, speakers and just plain fun stuff to help navigate the coordination of services and activities necessary to build a full life for yourself or your child with special needs. Clark College. 9am-3pm, free. facebook.com/ events/1704260729641932/

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Portland Parks 5k Series Fun Run Portland Parks & Recreation’s 5k Series are family-friendly 5k races that take place monthly from May through October at parks throughout the Portland area.

• Kid’s Fun Run (1k) at 8:45am • 5k 9:00am start time for racers who run sub 25 minutes • 5k 9:30am start time for all participants Raffle prizes, music, face paint, crafts, vendors, and lots of bananas! Fernhill Park.

8:45-11am, Adults $5, 17 and under free. portlandoregon.gov/parks/61144

Jun 10

A-WOL Open Air Series A-WOL Dance Collective’s adult and youth training companies annual Open Air Series includes: visual storytelling through aerial, acrobatics, and contemporary dance movement! Director Park. 10am12pm, free. portlandoregon.gov/parks/ article/672976

Jun 15-17

Annual Berry Festival at Lee Farms A whole festival surrounding devouring the delicious taste of Oregon strawberries and playing on the farm! Your wristband includes unlimited: bounce pillow; haymazes; hayrides; slide and barrel wagon rides. The wristbands do NOT include berry picking, pony rides, food or merchandise. You are welcome to purchase tickets for individual activities Lee Farms, Tualatin. 10am-6pm daily, Wristbands $7.50 in advance, $15 on day of event. leefarmsoregon.ticketleap. com/berry-festival-2018/

Jun 15

Family Pride Dance Party Start this Summer off on the dance floor!

Conestoga is proud to host its 3rd annual Family Pride Dance. Families, friends and individuals are welcome to join up on the dance floor to celebrate LGBTQ diversity. There will be a DJ spinning fun, funky tunes all night long! You won’t want to miss out on this fun and festive celebration. Drinks and refreshments will be provided. Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center, Beaverton. 6:30-8:30, free ($7 suggested donation). facebook.com/ events/138885683472527

FAMILY PRIDE

Jun 10

Jun 16-17

Robot Weekend at OMSI Geek out and learn more about robotics and cutting-edge tech with hands-on activities and demonstrations presented by 20+ robotics partners from across the Portland metro area.

10am-5pm, included with general admission ($9.75-$14.50) or purchase general admission + Robot Revolution ($13.50-$19.75) omsi.edu/robots

Jun 21

Mad Science Discover the awesome power of science with dazzling experiments and magic tricks. Ages 5 & up. Ardenwald Elementary School, Milwaukee. 11:30am12:30pm, free. Register in advance: milwaukieoregon.gov/library/madscience-1

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