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NOVEMBER 2019
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Editor’s Note Halloween has come and gone and summer is a lovely but distant memory. It’s really, really fall now! This month, we’re taking a look at some of the many November holiday events around town. From tree lightings and festive performances to holiday markets and turkey trots, it’s time to get festive! Now is also the time to choose the perfect Winter Break Camps for your kiddos. Check up our roundup and see what’s available this year. There’s something just perfect for every family. We’ve also created a resource guide for those considering starting or growing their family with surrogacy or IVF. If your family celebrates the Thanksgiving holiday, may it be filled with love, comfort, community and sharing. Happy November!
Mary
Cover photography by JESSICA KEAVENY PHOTOGRAPHY jessicakeaveny.com
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Contents NOVEMBER 2019 10 13 Great Winter Break Camps 14 How to Track an Animal 17 November’s Holiday Events 21 IVF & Surrogacy Resource Guide 25 Bits & Bytes 26 PJA Perspectives 28 Get Out & Play! November Events
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Imago Theatre.................................................. 7 ILA..................................................................16 Little Fruit Farm................................................ 7 Lloyd Center Ice................................................ 7 Mr. David’s School of Film..............................13 North Clackamas P & R..................................12 OMEGA Gymnastics.......................................13 Oregon Ballet Theatre ...................................16 Oregon Episcopal School...............................31 Oregon Zoo....................................................... 2 Play Fit Fun.....................................................31 Portland Parks and Rec..................................12
Pottery Fun....................................................... 7 Spielwerk Toys.................................................. 7 The Circuit Gym..............................................12 THPRD.............................................................. 9 World of Speed................................................ 9 Xstream Learning Center...............................20
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13 REAT WINTER BREAK AMPS! PORTLAND AUDOBON
November is here and registration is open for the best Winter Break Camps the Portland area has to offer. Keep your kids engaged during the break, whether they’re into art, acting, creating, moving their bodies or nature!
Engineering For Kids
Mr. David’s School of Film
Join EFK this Winter to explore the fantastic world of engineering through our fun, hands-on winter camps! Ages 4-12 engineeringforkids.com/portland
Offering a range of Lego Animation, Stop Motion, and Movie Making Full-day and halfday camps throughout Winter Break. Kids will leave with a handful of movies along with the skills to create at home and beyond! Ages 5-13 mrdavidfilm.com
Farber Swim School FSS runs a unique drop-in-based swim program annually during Winter Break in their 90 degree pools. Swimmers can sign up for 1-3 lessons, or get extra discounts by taking packages of 4 lessons - all with the same teacher! Ages 4 months - adult farberswimschool.com/programs/ winter-break
Northwest Children’s Theater and School Everyone gets a part in this Matilda-inspired playlab! Tuition includes a ticket to NWCT’s Holiday production of Matilda the Musical. Students will perform their own version at the end of camp! Grades K-5 nwcts.org/school-break-camps-2019
NORTHWEST CHILDREN’S THEATER
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OMEGA Gymnastics Keep your kids active this winter break with these gymnastics filled camps. Choose half day or full day, one day or multiple - built for flexibility. Full day includes field trip. Camp shirt and annual membership required. Ages 4+ omega-gymnastics.com/camps.html
Oregon Children’s Theatre Acting Academy Whether your child aspires to become an actor or just wants to have fun and make new friends, OCT has the best acting class options in town. Ages 3-18 octc.org/classes#classes-preview
FARBER SWIM SCHOOL
Portland Audubon Something for every artist, adventurer, and wildlife lover in your family. Grades 1-8 audubonportland.org/our-work/learn/youthprograms/camps-for-kids/winter-break-camp
Portland Parks & Recreation Join PP&R for Winter fun! Thematic art projects, cooperative games, and activities will ignite your imagination. Daily and weekly options available. Preschool and Grades 1-6 portlandoregon.gov/parks/78739
THE CIRCUS PROJECT
The Circuit Bouldering Gym Sign up for The Circuit Winter Camp! Campers get to climb in a fun, social environment led by instructors, where they will problem solve and build confidence on and off the wall. Ages 5-12 thecircuitgym.com
The Circus Project Keep your child spinning, flipping and jumping while school is out! Each day of circus camp includes aerial, acrobatics, juggling, and theater games, and concludes with a short circus demonstration for friends and family. Ages 7-11 thecircusproject.org/winter-break-camps
CIRCUIT BOULDERING GYM OREGON CHILDREN’S THEATRE
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) THPRD has full-day and half-day winter break camp fun! Each camp includes games, sports, arts and crafts, swimming, nature activities, and more. Register for one or all individual days. Ages 3-13 thprd.org continued on p. 13 NW Kids Magazine | 11
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WORLD OF SPEED
PORTLAND PARKS AND REC
Trackers Earth Trackers Earth award-winning camps need you this Winter! Step into a fantastical world of real outdoor lore and legendary adventure. 20+ themes to choose from. Ages 4 - Grade 12 trackerspdx.com/youth/winter-breakcamps.php
TRACKERS EARTH
World of Speed Motorsports Museum Speed in to winter! Spend part of your holiday break with us. Singleday camps feature Pinewood Derby racing, 3-D printing, Museum Mystery, and Mix it up! Ages 8-10 worldofspeed.org/camp
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How to Track an Animal Animal tracking is a great activity to get the family outside and in nature. Through tracking, you and your kids can solve wildlife mysteries together. You learn the stories of animals secretly hidden beyond human eyes. From backyards and playgrounds to public parks and forests, animal tracks are all around us. Use this guide to begin learning about the comings and goings of our animal neighbors. A quick note on staying found. If you’re searching for and following animal tracks, chances are you’re headed off the beaten path. So the first thing to remember is how to stay found. 1. Tell somebody where you’re going. Tell them when to expect to hear from you. 2. Bring a compass and a topographical map of the area. 3. Memorize landmarks, especially ones just behind you. Ok I’ve found a track. Now what? There are five questions we ask that help us investigate tracks. We call them the Five Fingers of Tracking.
The Five Fingers of Tracking Thumb of Tracking Who is this animal? So you found a track! The first step is to identify which animal it belongs to. Start with the size of the track— for example, a house cat will be smaller than a cougar. Next, observe its overall shape and detailed features. Match the following observations with the examples in one of the animal tracking field guides listed! 1. Count the number of toes. But be careful! Not all toes register (show up) consistently. Look at other tracks to confirm your observations. 2. See if there are claw marks. Dogs show claws, cats do not. Porcupine show long claws. 3. Look at the shape and size of the heel pad. 14 | NW Kids Magazine
Index Finger of Tracking What is this animal doing? Each animal has its own unique way of moving. Finding a line of tracks helps you understand the gait (how an animal moves). This line of tracks forms its own pattern, depending on the animal’s speed. Your field guide is a great resource to sort out the front from the back feet, the first step (pardon the pun). After sorting fore from rear, try and move like the animal, recreating the gait with your own tracks. Gaits can be complicated, so play with it at first. Later, those same field guides can help you go more in-depth with this topic.
Long Finger of Tracking When was it here? “When” the animal passed by can be a challenging but fun question to master. There are a few tricks that can help us “age” a track. Pay attention to the weather. Has it rained recently? Was there frost that morning? What other elements can wear away that track? MISSION: Press your finger into the ground near the track. If your fingerprint looks similar to the track, the animal may have passed by recently.
Ring Finger of Tracking Why was the animal here? “Why” an animal visits and area is often directly tied to something they need for survival. In order to understand this, we need to look at an animal’s habitat—where it lives. What food is in the surrounding area that the animal may eat? Is there shelter from inclement weather or even a way to hide? Is it breeding season? Even the wind direction, which carries scent, affects why an animal moves through an area. Read about each animal’s survival needs and connect that knowledge to the water, trails, plants and trees you find right around you. MISSION: Find a place in your backyard or nearby park that you
visit every day. Sit in this place anywhere from 10 minutes to 1 hour, and map the plants and trails around you. At first, it might look like a wall of green, but very soon you begin to notice the busy town of mice, raccoons, and birds who share your neighborhood.
Pinky of Tracking - Where is it going, and where did it come from? Following and finding the animal—this is known as trailing. Start with how many tracks you can find in a row. But trailing goes beyond the tracks, too. Bits of fur stuck on a branch are great clues. Use all your senses to find the animal. Smell for urine posts. Listen to the birds. The alarm calls of robins and other feathered friends call tell you if a bobcat or coyote is passing by. With practice and knowledge of the landscape, you can learn to predict where you might find an animal based on its needs. If it’s really dry, they might seek water. If the weather is challenging, they might hunker down in sheltered areas. MISSION: A fun game to learn trailing starts by dragging a stick through the forest. Start with an obvious line and slowly make it harder to find. Go back to the start and follow your kids, friends, or family as they try to follow your trail and find the prize at the end.
This sounds like so much fun! But where should I go? Head to floodplains and areas near rivers. The softer surfaces like mud, silt, and sand, are great for capturing tracks. Here are some of the places we love to go: Oxbow Regional Park Dabney State Park
Sauvie Island - Warrior Rock Mary S. Young Park
And what about those field guides? We recommend: Mammal Tracks and Signs by Mark Elbroch Peterson Field Guide to Animal Tracking by Olaus Johan Murie Mammals of the Pacific Northwest by Chis Maser At Trackers, we teach animal tracking for both kids and adults in our camps and classes. Check out TrackersPDX.com for upcoming options for all ages! NW Kids Magazine | 15
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HIP HOP NUTCRACKER
November’s Holiday Events Not sure how to spend your holiday season? Don’t worry! We have you covered with festivals, markets, and good ol’ holiday fun of all kinds!
FEATURED EVENT Saturday, Dec 7
Cedarwood Waldorf School Winter Faire Venture into the Crystal Cookie Cave, dip beeswax candles, make wintry ornaments, visit the Wishing Stone Wizard, and more at the Winter Faire! 10am - 4pm (little ones are encouraged to come from 10am - 1pm and big kids from 1pm - 4pm) Ticket prices vary from $1-$20 cedarwoodschool.org
Turkey (and Tofurkey!) Trots Nov 28
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ORCC Turkey Trot at the Oregon Zoo
Give and Gobble: Turkey Trot in Sherwood
Families of runners and walkers of all abilities love the 4-mile, untimed out and back course between the Oregon Zoo and the International Rose Garden. Younger kids can participate in the Tot Trot or Diaper Dash. $25 - $40 runsignup.com/Race/OR/Portland/ ORRCTurkeyTrotattheZoo
This fun and heartwarming event has become a Thanksgiving holiday tradition, drawing runners and walkers of all ages who want to start the day doing something fun & healthy with their family & neighbors while also helping those less fortunate! $25 - $79 givengobble.com NW Kids Magazine | 17
GIVE AND GOBBLE
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Portland Tofurkey Trot Kick off Thanksgiving morning celebrating compassion, fresh air, friends, and gratitude with the annual Portland Tofurky Trot. The Tofurky Trot is a 5k (3.1 miles) run, trot, or walk open to all ages (and friendly dogs) and all levels of physical fitness. 100% of profit from the Trot goes to support local farm sanctuaries as well as Northwest VEG. Early Bird pricing: $20-$35 (6 and under free) nwveg.org/upcomingevents/2019/11/28/portlandtofurky-trot
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NECC Turkey Trot in the Hollywood Neighborhood The NECC Turkey Trot 5k is a Fun Run taking place Thanksgiving morning in the Hollywood District of Northeast Portland. It began in 2018 for the community when organizers recognized the absence of an active family event on Portland’s Eastside to kick off the holiday season. $20-$30 (5 and under free) necommunitycenter.org/ northeast-portland-turkey-trot-5k
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SINGING CHRISTMAS TREE
Performances Nov 10
Castles and Wizards Make sure to grab your wand and don your finest wizarding robes for this magical performance! Music from Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and more will enchant concertgoers of all ages. $11 - $42 orsymphony.org/concerts-tickets/calendar
Nov 11-12
The Hip Hop Nutcracker Fans of Frozen, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, Aladdin and the Lion King will be especially thrilled to hear live renditions of the music from these favorites! $35 - $65 portland5.com/keller-auditorium/events/ hip-hop-nutcracker
Nov 22-Dec 1
Singing Christmas Tree Portland’s Singing Christmas Tree is coming back to Keller Auditorium with a spectacular new holiday extravaganza! Their incredible 300 voice choir, Miss America 2002 Katie Harman, the award winning Jefferson Dancers, amazing soloists, a cinematic nativity, aerialists, and Santa will kick off your holidays with the joy and hope of Christmas. $20-$60 singingchristmastree.org TOFURKEY TROT
CASTLES AND WIZARDS
Holiday Bazaars Nov 16
West Linn Holiday Bazaar Come to West Linn for the 11th Annual Holiday Bazaar with over 50 vendors featuring handcrafted gifts, jewelry, kids clothing, woodworks, paintings, sweets and more. Don’t forget to sample the local wine while you’re at it. Free! westlinnoregon.gov/parksrec/parksand-recreation-annual-holiday-bazaar
Nov 19
Handmade NW, OHSU Center for Developmental Health Holiday Bazaar With different vendors each day, you may need to come twice! This event, held at OHSU, is in partnership with the Center for Developmental Health, which works to find the root causes of chronic diseases. Free! handmadenw.com/events
Nov 29-Dec 1 & Dec 6-8
America’s Largest Christmas Bazaar Head to the Portland Expo Center for the Christmas Bazaar! 1000 booths with half of those being handcrafted
STARLIGHT PARADE
vendors, means you can get a jump on your holiday shopping. The other half of the show consists of selected commercial items geared towards holiday shopping.$3-$8 (under 12 free) expochristmasbazaar.com
Tree Lightings Nov 23
Pioneer Courthouse Square Tree Lighting Join thousands of Portlanders to observe the lighting of a 75 foot Douglas Fir! This annual event is a great way to start off your holiday season. Free! thesquarepdx.org/event/35thannual-tree-lighting-ceremony
Nov 29
The Dalles Starlight Parade & Community Tree Lighting Enjoy floats decked with lights, music, and holiday cheer in the air. The holiday spirit then comes to life at the Annual Tree Lighting Celebration, complete with photos, hot chocolate, cookies and popcorn! Free! oregonfestivals.org/events
PIONEER COURTHOUSE SQUARE
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IVF & SURROGACY A RESOURCE GUIDE The decision to start (or grow) your family can be a deeply emotional and personal process, only made more difficult when fertility issues or other medical conditions stand in the way of conceiving without intervention. The Portland area (and beyond!) is full of amazing options to help you find your path.
A Family Tree Surrogacy, LLC
Circle of Life Surrogacy, LLC
Services Include: Surrogacy afamilytreesurrogacy.com
Services Include: Surrogacy circleoflifesurrogacy.com
All Families Surrogacy, LLC AFS is one of the top rated gestational surrogacy agencies in the country and winner of the 2017 Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics. Our staff of experienced surrogates are experts at compassionately matching and managing surrogacy cases from beginning to end. 12725 SW Millikan Way, PDX 503-906-7960 allfamiliessurrogacy.com
ALL FAMILIES SURROGACY
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IVF & SURROGACY RESOURCE GUIDE Femelle Dr. Noelle King is a naturopathic physician with a focus on women’s health, specializing in preconception and post-partum care. Preconception care includes fertility issues, recurrent miscarriage, preconception optimization, IVF supportive treatments, IUI, age related ovarian decline, endocrinology/autoimmune conditions in conception, vaginismus, vulvodynia, Holistic Pelvic Care™, LGBTQ+ inclusive and trauma treatments as well as general woman’s health. femelleintegrativemedicine.com
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Heart to Hands Surrogacy Services Include: Surrogacy hearttohandssurrogacy.com
Northwest Fertility Center Services Include: IVF and other infertility treatments fertilitynw.com
Northwest Surrogacy Center, LLC Services Include: Surrogacy nwsurrogacycenter.com
OHSU Fertility Consultants HEARTLAND SURROGACY
Heartland Surrogacy Heartland Surrogacy matches intended parents across the US with gestational surrogates in the Midwest and on the West Coast. Through individual attention and customized services, we support our clients throughout the surrogacy journey. Under our care, parents and surrogates alike are protected and can enjoy the beauty of pregnancy. We support our gestational carriers before, during, and after pregnancy; their selfless gift makes this unique path to parenthood possible! 2501 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA 855-995-2229 heartlandsurrogacy.com
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Services include: Surrogacy, IVF and other infertility treatments ohsu.edu/xd/health/services/women/ services/fertility/
Oregon Fertility Institute Services include: IVF and other infertility treatments oregonfertilityinstitute.com
Oregon Reproductive Medicine Services include: IVF oregonreproductivemedicine.com
Oregon Surrogate Agency Services include: Surrogacy surrogacyoregon.com
Surro Connections Services include: Surrogacy surroconnections.com
IVF BY THE NUMBERS Since it’s introduction to the U.S. in 1981, IVF and similar techniques have resulted in the birth of over
200,000 BABIES
About
1 IN 100 U.S. BIRTHS is the result of ART*
As a result of fewer embryos being transferred, the incidence of
The average cost of an IVF cycle in the U.S. is
$10-15,000
TRIPLET, QUAD AND QUINT BIRTHS has gone down dramatically and is now only
MATERNAL AGE remains the most important predictor of success
1%**
60%
DELIVERY BY MATERNAL AGE
50%
Twin births have also decreased, but remain at
22%**
40% 30%
39-40 41-42
20% 10%
In the past 30 YEARS, the chances of bringing home a baby after each IVF try
35-37
<35
>42 1997 2000 2003 2006 2009 2012 2015
HAS INCREASED from about
5%
to over
30%
*Assisted Reproductive Technology **as of 2015
Efforts to track IVF activity in the U.S. began in 1995 but
WAS NOT FEDERALLY MANDATED UNTIL 1992
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BITS & BYTES Day Tripping! As the drizzly days set in, it may just be time for a road trip. Bend, just 3.5 hours from Portland, has a lot to offer for its size. While it takes you off the I-5 corridor, the jaunt to Central Oregon is worth it! Joshua Savage’s new book, 100 Things to Do in Bend, Oregon Before You Die is the guide you need, whether you’re new to Bend or have lived there for years. Stand on top of a volcano inside the city of Bend and drink in the views. Become a beer connoisseur at the many innovative breweries on the Bend Ale Trail. Get insider tips for the best place to enjoy a lazy float down the Deschutes River, or relax even more in an opulent Turkish-style hot pool at McMenamins after a good hike. And don’t forget to sample some of the best restaurants featuring delicious Pacific Northwest cuisine. Reedy Press, $16
Countdown to Christmas! Schleich, the leader in plastic animal figures, has been a part of my kids’ lives since they were toddlers. My now 13 and 8-year-olds spent countless years collecting their Schleich animals and countless hours of imaginative play, setting up and creating worlds and scenarios with their collection. We celebrate Christmas and have always had an advent calendar to make those December mornings a little more fun as we wait for the big day. This year, Schleich has introduced 3 advent calendars, all featuring their iconic animals. Whether your child loves dinosaurs, farm animals or horses, these are sure to delight them. The best part? The figures will become a part of their collection and can be enjoyed year-round! The Dinosaurs and Horse Club sets are recommended for ages 3-8 while the Farm World set is for ages 5-12. $34.99-$39.99 each
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Jewish Academy (pjaproud.org) provides a rich ThePortland PJA Perspective academic and cultural learning experience for kids from early childhood through 8th grade. We’ve invited budding journalists from PJA’s after-school writing club and sixth-grade Humanities class to join our team for a series that gives you a glimpse into thoughts and life - from their perspective.
The Tree and The Wisher by Marlo *Inspired by the book, Wishtree, by Katherine Applegate
I saw a girl with no hope and tried to give her some. I saw a girl with no voice and tried to make her sing. I saw a bird with feathers as black as night. I saw Samar’s shoulders slowly hunching. Don’t be ashamed. I felt the cold rush of wind coming from the night sky. I felt the world closing in on me. I felt the sunny world suddenly seem not so bright. I have seen the worst. I felt the neighbor’s hatred. Hate, hate, hate, they said. Ignore them. Trees are amazing, but there is one thing we can’t do. We cannot change the lives of others that go beyond our leafy canopy. That’s why I had nothing to do when they carved away my innocence... You can change things. I can’t change anything; there’s no point. I won’t come out of this alive. Why do I have to do it? Push those thoughts away. I saw that tall, lanky boy again. I want to tell him that he’s made a terrible mistake. I have to listen to them; they’re more powerful. I want to tell him no, but I don’t; I give in. I didn’t want to leave the world I loved so much. You can do this; don’t give in. The Wise Old Tree they call me, Not stopping to think about my worries or problems. But I don’t mind; I like being the wise old tree. 26 | NW Kids Magazine
The Truth by Zoe *Inspired by the book, White Rose, by Kip Wilson
Take the leaflets. I sneak upstairs and post some. Don’t be seen. I slip back down the stairs and take the last stack. Let them know. I go back upstairs and pause. Make the move. I let them fall, like doves from above. The bell rings. I hear hundreds of pairs of feet about to learn the truth. The custodian approaches me. Somehow he knows. He alerts the Gestapo. We must be strong. Don’t let him know. He pesters us with questions. The truth burns inside me. We have to tell someone. Our secret is exposed. Time is short. His voice rings out. Sentenced to death. Our story will live on. We look at each other for the last time. I am first to go. I count to three. I feel myself floating. Up, up, and up.
Marlo is a current sixth-grader at PJA. In addition to writing, she enjoys reading, swimming, and acting. She liked the way Red stood up for Samara in the book, Wishtree, by Katherine Applegate.
Zoe is a current sixth-grader at PJA. In addition to writing, she enjoys dancing, playing the piano, and solving math problems. She was inspired by the way the members of The White Rose stood up in non-violent ways.
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AMAZING BUBBLE MAN
Get Out and Play! This monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local adventures
November is chock-full of holiday events, but thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not all that Portland has on tap. Take a look at our picks for some of the best non-holiday events around town this month!
Oct 31-Nov 2
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Learn more about this traditional celebration and visit the altar exhibition on display through November 10. Enjoy an authentic cultural experience with music, offerings, face painting, crafts, and much more! Check website for times, Free. portlandmercado.org
Your kids will have a ton of fun at this unique movement class. Peewee Parkour is for kids ages 18-36 month and their parents. Each class consists of 45 minutes of lessons followed by 15 minutes of free time to help burn off any extra energy. Parent participation is required for this class. 6-7pm, $25 drop-in. forgeparkour.com/schedule
Dia de los Muertos at Portland Mercado
PeeWee Parkour at Forge Parkour
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Nov 9
Kids Drum Circle at Gaia’s Workshop Drums Head to Gresham for chance to pass the love of drumming, and drum circles, onto the next generation. 2 Hours of making noise with rattles, drums, bodies, and maybe more! All ages of children welcome! 3-5pm, Free (donations welcome) facebook.com/ events/954750111525357
Nov 11
Free Day in the National Parks Head out to one of our magnificent National Park Service sites for the final Free Entrance Day of 2019, in honor of Veteran’s Day. Enjoy! All Day, Free nps.gov/planyourvisit/fee-freeparks.htm
Nov 13
Book Reading with the Hollywood Senior Center at The Wiggle Room Come read with Teri of the Hollywood Senior Center! Inter-generational
activities provide huge benefits to both the littles and the bigs. Each week, they’ll pick from a selection of kid’s books (they take recommendations!). Enjoy a beverage of your choice while your littles are entertained by Teri! 10-11am, Free. thewiggleroom.com
Nov 13
Honeybee Hikes at Leach Botanical Gardens Your little one will look for wildlife, listen to the wind and the creek, smell flowers, and touch a thimble-berry leaf. The wonderful guides will then read a story and help the children craft something fun. Each week is different with seasonal themes. Rain or shine so dress for the weather! 10-11am, $3/child. leachgarden.org
Nov 15
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Party at Bethany Library Annex Bring a stuffed animal to sleep over at the library! Pictures of what stuffed animals did after you leave will be posted. Stuffed animals need to be picked up the next day. For ages 3-6 years. 10:30-11:30am, Free library.cedarmill.org/events/ bethany-calendar
JOY NOW
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FORGE PARKOUR
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Nov 25
Discover the fascinating and weird world of mushrooms! Join local mushroom guide Leah Bendlin on this woodland hike at Mount Talbert Nature Park. You’ll learn about the ecological roles of fungi, their forms, and how they eat and reproduce. They’ll have hands-on exercises and learn how to identify mushrooms. Field guides will be provided. 9:30am-noon or 1-3:30pm, $6/person, $11/family. oregonmetro.gov/calendar
Head to The Egg for the Joy Now jam session for all youth 12-18 years of age. Whether you have been to a Summer Camp before, or you are jumping in for the first time, this is YOUR chance to join in the fun! Jam sessions will be led by the Joy Now band director and guests! This is also be a chance to hang out, have fun, keep the music fresh all year and get to know each other a bit more – It’s part social club, part band practice! 7-9pm, $15. joynow.org
Mushroom Discovery Hike at Mt. Talbert Nature Hike
Nov 18
Craft Night at Atlas Pizza Foster Atlas Pizza has partnered with local craft store Collage to bring monthly craft nights to all locations. Collage’s team brings all of the supplies needed. All ages and skill levels welcome. 6-8pm, Free. collagepdx.blogspot.com
Nov 23
Fiesta de Tamales at M&M Marketplace Join Hillsboro Schools Foundation for their 2nd annual Tamale Festival! You may preorder or purchase plates at the event. See the FB event page for pre-order link with full menu! 12-4pm, free entry. facebook.com/ events/ 2222453857863247/
Joy Now Music Jam Night for Teens at The Egg
Nov 29 (+ dates through Dec 24) Amazing Bubble Man at Clinton Street Theater Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences around the world for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. He is a favorite at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where he has enjoyed twelve years of sell-out success. 11am and 2pm, ticket prices vary. cstpdx.com
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