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There are a number of ways you can dispose of your Halloween pumpkin - you can put it in your compost pile, you can put it in your yard debris container for curbside collection, or... you can toss it off the training tower at the Westlake Fire Station!

Bring your pumpkins, carved or not, to Westlake Park, 14165 Bunick Drive, on November 1 between 2 and 5 p.m. to take part in this free, fun event. Participants will climb the tower and toss their pumpkin to a target below.

Hosted by the Lake Oswego Fire Department, and joined by Lake Oswego Police and Library, this event supports Hunger Fighters Oregon (www.hungerfightersoregon.org), a small food pantry located in Lake Oswego dedicated to providing food and essential household items at no cost to those in need. To help, please bring a donation of non-expired, non-perishable food items. Thanksgiving/holiday foods and ingredients such as mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, broth, and pie/bread mix are appreciated.

Saturday, Nov. 7 | 3–7pm

Experience the vibrancy of Historic Downtown Hillsboro during the holidays. We have your passport to retail therapy at over a dozen merchants, to meet and greet up to 14 wineries and more perks in Downtown as we launch the 6th Annual Sip & Shop November 7th 2026 3:00PM - 7:00PM.

What’s Pouring This Year

Sip, stroll & shop your way between 2nd and 4th Avenue and Washington to Lincoln, discovering wine, cider, and zero-proof tastings all along Main Street and beyond.

Score while you shop! Select merchants are offering bonus prizes during your visit.

Win big! Collect just 7 passport stamps to enter the raffle drawings for themed gift baskets valued between $30–$75 — no purchase required.

Hands-free shopping. Our Wine Concierge Service will whisk your purchases off to designated pickup spots so you can keep sipping and shopping worry-free.

️> Tickets

• Snag your Sip & Shop Passport tickets by Nov. 1 for the early-bird rate of $22, or bundle up — 4 for $74 (just $18.50 each!).
• After Nov. 1, tickets are $25, so don’t wait!

> Your passport includes:

• Complimentary tastings
• Reusable shopping bag filled with merchant swag + promos
• A logo wine glass *(while supplies last)*
• Dining guide to deals at local restaurants and food carts
• Use the ticket link to grab yours today and join the fun!

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Cheers for a Cause

Beneficiary: Proceeds from this year's event support the Family Peace Center of Washington County

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Check-In Locations

• > LaHaie's at 277 E Main Street
• > Colours Art at 270 E Main Street

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️Participating Merchants:

Artful Garden | Belladonna | Bowies Bargains | Catherine Bede Gallery | Colours Art |Dee's Divine Finds | Gimre's Shoes | LaHaie's | Le'Stuff Antique Mall (Co-Sponsor) |Merrill Gardens |Piccolo Mondo | Rock It Resell | Snider's Antique Mall | 3 Goats Vineyard | Willow & Ash | Urban River Spirits

Pouring Partners:

Chris James Cellars | DAnu Wines | Dion Vineyards | Flipturn Cellars | Helvetia Winery | La Randonnée | Résolu Cellars (Co-Sponsor) | Parra Wine Co | Patton Valley Wines | Scotch Church Road Vineyard | 3 Goats Vineyard | 2 Towns Cider | Bull Run Cider | Urban River Spirits

Shout Out to our Community Sponsors: Le'Stuff, Lithtex Printing

> Refund Policy - Stuff happens! Ticket cancellations before Nov. 4 are eligible for a refund.

Questions? Contact:

> Sandie Nelson, Le'Stuff Antique Mall 503-860-3663

> Kathleen Floistad, Cedar Street Antiques/ Le'Stuff Antique Mall 503-780-0785

>Kathie Nelson, Résolu Cellars 503-803-9270

Get ready for the 92nd Verboort Sausage and Kraut Festival, a one-day celebration in Verboort, Oregon.

Bring your appetite for the famous all-you-can-eat sausage and kraut dinner, or take home bulk sausage and kraut to create your own festival feast. Don't miss the one-of-a-kind Bazaar, filled with vintage jewelry, plants, handmade holiday décor, potholders and quilts, and homemade baked goods and jams. There's fun for the whole family, including kids' activities, family bingo, festival merchandise, and plenty of photo opportunities. Guests 21 and older can relax in the beer garden with beer, wine, cider, sausage and kraut, and college football on the big screens.

Come celebrate the community spirit of nearly 850 volunteers and discover why the Verboort Sausage and Kraut Festival is always worth marking on your calendar—the first Saturday in November.

Date: Nov. 13 to 14

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Location: Oregon Zoo

Brighten the season at BrewLights! This ZooLights beer festival experience is for folks 21+. Cut loose without kids or daytime crowds and enjoy dozens of the Northwest’s best breweries and cideries, plus live music, food carts and more.

See the zoo get lit! With an animal lantern train ride, vibrant sparkling tunnels and a variety of wildlife-inspired displays, BrewLights is the region’s most impressive light display! This is the perfect event for gathering friends, raising a glass and snapping selfies.

Tickets include a souvenir cup and 10 three-ounce pours. Choose from dozens of beer, seltzer and cider options from the finest Northwest craft beverage makers. Nondrinking tickets are available for those preferring to enjoy BrewLights alcohol-free.

Early entry ticketholders gain access at 4:30 p.m.; general admission begins at 5:30 p.m. Taps close at 9 p.m., and the zoo closes at 9:30 p.m.

General Admission — 5:30 p.m. entry, includes 10 (3 oz.) drink samples and souvenir mug $65

Non-drinker Admission — 5:30 p.m. entry, includes 2 non-alcoholic beverage pours in a souvenir mug $65

General Admission Early Entry — 4:30 p.m. entry, includes 10 (3 oz.) drink samples and souvenir mug $75

Non-drinker Early Entry — 4:30 p.m. entry, includes 2 non-alcoholic beverage pours in a souvenir mug $75

Date: Nov. 13 to 14 Location: Oregon Zoo Cost: $65 to $75 Buy tickets

This year, 70k Oregonians lost access to food stamps. The LGBTQ+ Community experiences more than double the national food insecurity rate. Join Euphoria Presents in conjunction with Pride Northwest and Birch Grove Massage in tackling food insecurity at She Ate! which is taking place on Saturday November 7th, and Saturday December 12th from 4:30pm till 7pm at Turn Turn Turn.

$10 Suggested Donation to cover expenses. Any remaining funds will be donated to Esther’s Pantry.

Music By: Dj Breadstick

Performances by:

Boogie Brick House

More TBA

4:30pm - 7pm

Turn Turn Turn!

Pride Northwest Resilience Program:

https://www.pridenw.org/community-resilience-program

Esther’s Pantry:

https://www.capnw.org/esthers

If you would like to be involved, or volunteer for these events, please speak to Kevin Williams and email him at euphoriapresentspdx.@gmail.com

Euphoria Presents is the fully realized dream, that what we desire isn’t delusional, it’s our highest form of truth, beyond what we’re told to believe about ourselves. It’s the spark we feel when we’re in our bliss through community events and queer joy.

Come by for nice clothes and good vibes provided by @couplagoofs.

• On the first Sunday of the month from 1:30–4:30 p.m.
• Bring some clothes you're no longer wearing, size XL or larger (we especially want 3XL+)⁠
• Make sure you're using body-neutral/body-positive language⁠
• Clean clothes, please, and only bring 3 pieces max.
• Try them on at Sonny's

Masks are required at Sonny's for everyone's safety.

Portlands Fall Cider Fest, Nov 20th-22nd from 12 PM to 9 PM. Over 40 different ciders. $30 for 12 tasting tickets and food vendors.Portlands Fall Cider Fest, Nov 20th-22nd from 12 PM to 9 PM. Over 40 different ciders. $30 for 12 tasting tickets and food v

🍷 Your Favorite Downtown Tradition Is Back and Better Than Ever 🛍️

On Saturday, November 7 from 3:00PM to 7:00PM, Historic Downtown Hillsboro comes alive for Sip & Shop 2026, a festive self-guided stroll through the heart of the district featuring over a dozen local wineries, cideries, breweries, and mocktail makers, live music, carolers, holiday shopping, and a dining guide packed with specials from local restaurants and food carts.

This is the event that turns a November Saturday into something you'll be talking about all season. Grab your glass, explore at your own pace, and discover why this beloved Downtown tradition keeps drawing over 150 guests year after year.

Four Soaking Stations with mini-snacks are set up along the route to keep you fueled between sips. Check in at Colours Art Supply or LaHaie's to get your passport and start your adventure.

Here’s how the Sip & Shop Passport works:

> You’ll be directed to pick up your passport map, Swag bag including restaurant specials and more, and tasting glass* (While supplies last) at one of two check-in locations
Sip, stroll & shop your way between 2nd and 4th Avenue and Washington to Lincoln, featuring 15+ retail locations, discovering wine, cider, and zero-proof tastings all along Main Street and beyond. Snack at four soaking stations placed along your stroll. Select merchants may offer special promotions during your visit.
Visit the retailers and restaurants noted on the passport and collect stamps at a minimum of seven shops. No retail purchase required. Our intent is to introduce you to some of the key contributors who make and keep Historic Downtown great.
Drop your completed passport at any participating retail location. Completed passports will be collected and raffle drawings for themed gift baskets valued between $30 – $70.
Wine Concierge Service will whisk your purchases off to designated pickup spots so you can keep sipping and shopping worry-free

Check-In Locations - Check-In begins at 3:00PM, Final Check-In at 6:15PM

LaHaie’s at 277 E Main Street
Colours Art at 270 E Main Street

Date: Saturday, November 7

This Year's Participating Pourers:

3 Goats Vineyard
Bull Run Cider
Patton Valley Wines
Dion Vineyards
2 Towns Cider
Résolu Cellars
DAnu Winery
Helvetia Winery
Chris James Cellars
La Randonnée
Flipturn Cellars
Scotch Church Road Vineyard
Parra Wine Co.
Urban River Spirits
Apolloni Vineyards

This year, proceeds benefit The Family Peace Center of Washington County, so every ticket you purchase supports something truly meaningful in our community.

Tickets are available now, and early bird pricing won't last. Grab yours before November 1st and save, then gather your crew, sip and shop throughout the day and stay for dinner at one of our many delicious dining spots in Historic Downtown Hillsboro.

Shout to our Community Sponsors: Le'Stuff, Lithtex Printing
💸 Refund Policy - Stuff happens! Ticket cancellations before
Nov. 4 are eligible for a refund.

Questions? Contact the Sip & Shop Team:
> Sandie Nelson, Le'Stuff Antique Mall 503-860-3663
> Kathleen Floistad, Cedar Street Antiques/ Le'Stuff Antique Mall 503-780-0785
>>Kathie Nelson, Résolu Cellars 503-803-9270

As autumn settles more deeply into the land, join a cozy evening at ChamBurn Farm in Oregon City, just 20 minutes south of Portland. Begin with a short tour of the beautifully designed farm, then warm up with hot cider and a seasonal snack provided by chef Jim of ChamBurn Farm.

Under a large covered outdoor patio complete with a fire burning in the fireplace, Angela of Breathe Yoga will open the evening's practice with a grounding, inviting you to settle into your body, connect with the earth beneath you, and arrive fully in the moment. Then, Gabrielle of Hearthsounds Sound Healing will guide you into a 75-minute immersive sound bath. Singing bowls, gong, chimes, and other instruments will surround you in layers of sound and vibration, blending with the natural sounds of the farm: the crackle of the fire, the rustling of the evening air, and the occasional call of an animal.

November invites one to slow down. The harvest has been gathered, the landscape is changing, and nature is gradually becoming quieter. This evening is an opportunity to follow that rhythm, settle into stillness, and simply receive.

Ridgefield Main Street presents Sips of the Season, a downtown wine, cider, beer and spirits walk, from 3-7 p.m. Nov. 7. Guests can enjoy seasonal tastings at participating downtown Ridgefield businesses. Two ticket packages are available: five tastings for $25 or ten tastings for $45. Each ticket includes a commemorative tasting glass, goodie bag and map of participating locations. The 21-and-over event is a fundraiser for Ridgefield Main Street. Proceeds support programs and projects that strengthen downtown Ridgefield. Buy tickets at eventbrite.com.

With four floors packed with festive fun, this holly, jolly brewfest might just be your new favorite holiday tradition! Put on your best (or worst!) ugly holiday sweater and join us for plenty of beer, cider, cocktails and other delicious beverages to taste, plus local artisan vendors for your holiday shopping needs, pics with Santa, reindeer games and so much more.

Brewfest fun
Tasting stations & vendors across the property * Ballroom, Mezzanine, Lola's Room and Ringler's Pub
40+ beverages, including 25 taps of beer & cider, plus wine, spirits, cocktails, THC & CBD seltzers and non-alcoholic
40+ local artisan vendors
Photos with Santa
Live music in the Ballroom

Hi There Juice Co. is hosting a food drive from Nov. 3-8. Drop off food and warm winter gear for adults, kids and pets at 1701 1/2 Broadway, Vancouver, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tuesday, July 21st: Both Tasting Room locations will be closing at 3pm. A homage to the Puyallup Valley's hops heritage, Brewallup brings folks from all over to sample craft beer, munch on mouth-watering food truck fare, and enjoy live music. This strictly 21+ event is a great way for guests to sample tasty craft beers (and ciders) and enjoy a full lineup of live music all inside the Agriplex! Sip and sample, then vote for your favorite for the People's Choice Awards. A variety of food trucks will be on hand so you can enjoy lunch and dinner along with your favorite brew. We use cookies on our site to give you the best experience. To continue using our site, please accept cookies.

Camas Library is hosting a food drive from Sept. 1-30. Donations benefit the Camas School District’s Family-Community Resource Center. All non-perishable food items are welcome, but there’s a special need for lunchbox snacks, canned fruit and pantry staples like chili, broth, cooking oil and condiments. Hygiene items (especially deodorant and toothpaste) and laundry pods are also accepted. The donation box is located inside the library near the north entrance. For details, visit CamasPL.org/fooddrive26.

This holiday season we're partnering with local organizations to host nightly fundraising events! Enjoy a pint or a meal and $1 from every McMenamins beer and cider and 15% of food & beverage proceeds will go to the evening's beneficiary.

But that's not all! Because these organizations are near and dear to us, we're doing a raffle for folks who show up for our community on multiple nights! You could win one of three grand prizes:

• McMenamins Getaway Package: an overnight stay at a McMenamins hotel of your choice + $100 gift card.
• Mocha Java Coffee Package:a brand-new espresso machine donated by Breville, two McMenamins mugs and two 12 oz packages of McMenamins coffee.
• Dinner & a Movie Package: four tickets to any movie showing at a McMenamins Theater + $100 gift card.

Be sure to pick up a raffle stamp card on your first visit. Click here to see the complete schedule of nonprofit organizations we're supporting, plus all the raffle rules.

Friends of Trees inspires people to improve the world around them through a simple solution: Planting trees together. Since 1989 Friends of Trees has planted 1 million trees and native shrubs in neighborhoods and natural areas in six counties across two states. We've done this by bringing together over 75,000 community members.

Learn more about Friends of Trees and donate by having fun with us!

This holiday season we're partnering with local organizations to host nightly fundraising events! Enjoy a pint or a meal and $1 from every McMenamins beer and cider and 15% of food & beverage proceeds will go to the evening's beneficiary.

But that's not all! Because these organizations are near and dear to us, we're doing a raffle for folks who show up for our community on multiple nights! You could win one of three grand prizes:

• McMenamins Getaway Package: an overnight stay at a McMenamins hotel of your choice + $100 gift card.
• Mocha Java Coffee Package:a brand-new espresso machine donated by Breville, two McMenamins mugs and two 12 oz packages of McMenamins coffee.
• Dinner & a Movie Package: four tickets to any movie showing at a McMenamins Theater + $100 gift card.

Be sure to pick up a raffle stamp card on your first visit. Click here to see the complete schedule of nonprofit organizations we're supporting, plus all the raffle rules.

Through collaborative partnerships, Columbia Regional Inclusive Services provides special education services for students with low-incidence disabilities from birth through age 21. With specialized expertise in each disability, we offer direct instruction, coaching, consultation, professional development, assistive technology, and other support to meet the educational needs of our students.

Learn more about Columbia Regional Inclusive Services for kids (CRIS) and donate by dining with us!

Come and exchange and/or pick up available seeds and plants, which are mostly grown and harvested locally. The swap is held in order to boost and inspire local producers and local production and encourage regional sustainability.

Local producers are encouraged to bring contact information for the information table to advertise local garden and farm products and to form a local producer network.

Bring your seeds, plants, and bulbs before 10 am. Pick up leftovers at 2 pm, unless other arrangements are made with the Grange.

Stevenson Grange #121 hosts free programs throughout the year. For full details reach out to the Grange at [email protected] or follow them on Facebook.

Co-sponsored by Stevenson Grange #121 and Stevenson Community Library

Enjoy 3oz pours from premier Pacific Northwest cideries, local cuisine, live music from multiple local musicians (lineup coming soon), and of course all access to the museum. Your ticket includes light bites, cider samples, and non-alcoholic options.

Limited complimentary parking included - please carpool, rideshare, and plan ahead to get home safely.

Ciders & Sails is a fundraising event for the Foss Waterway Seaport. All proceeds support our 126-year-old historic venue, community programs, maritime education and more!

General Admission tickets are $38.68 and include (8) 3oz. cider pours, light bites, live entertainment, and all access to the museum. Additional cider tasting tokens will be available for purchase at the event. Must be 21+. Tax is included in ticket price.

Designated Driver tickets are $27.63 and include non-alcoholic beverages, light bites, live entertainment, and museum admission. Must be 21+. Tax is included in ticket price.

Saturday, November 14, 2026

‍3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Foss Waterway Seaport

705 Dock Street - Tacoma, WA 98402

Must be 21+ to attend.

Looking for the best brunch in Portland? Treat yourself and your loved ones to a 2-hour Willamette River cruise featuring a delicious buffet of breakfast and lunch favorites. Sip on mimosas (included) while enjoying live piano music and stunning river views.

• 2-hour cruise on the Willamette River
• Views of the Historic Milwaukie Waterfront and downtown Portland
• Freshly prepared Northwest brunch buffet
• Mimosas, house sparkling wine & sparkling cider
• Coffee and tea
• Assorted miniature desserts
• Reserved table
• Live piano player
• Historical narration available on outer decks or bring headphones for your cell phone to listen via an app (instructions provided; not available on Willamette Star or Crystal Dolphin cruises)

East Woods Presbyterian Church will host a free Lunch with Our Neighbors from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of every month.

We're partnering with Rose Haven for a special weekend book drive in November!

Rose Haven provides essential services, resources, and community support to women, children, and gender-diverse people experiencing homelessness and poverty in Portland. To help support their community, we're collecting gently loved books across all genres.

Looking to make room on your shelves? Bring your books to Parallel Worlds Bookshop and help Rose Haven expand access to books and build community!

Donation Dates: Nov 13-15
Location: Parallel Worlds Bookshop

All sign ups now happen through Civic Champs. If you sign up through Hands On, your shift will not be approved. →CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP! https://events.civicchamps.com/organizations/3192/calendar/month _____________________________________________________________ Our Streets was formed in June 2020 as a grassroots effort to support the local community while promoting the ideals and goals of the Black Lives Matters movement. We address numerous areas of need such as homelessness, food insecurity, environmental injustice, civilian oppression, and youth engagement. Our mission is to serve the underserved. We encourage growth and unity within our community through resources, gatherings, and education. What to expect when you Volunteer with Our Streets Get ready to roll up your sleeves and jump into a lively, collaborative kitchen environment! As an Our Streets volunteer, you’ll join an experienced and welcoming team, assist with essential prep (the building blocks of our meals), learn about our production process, and know that your efforts make a meaningful impact in supporting our mission to keep nutritious, comforting meals flowing to our community. All sign ups now happen through Civic Champs. If you sign up through Hands On, your shift will not be approved. →CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP! Opportunity Requirements: Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to participate in this opportunity All sign ups now happen through Civic Champs. If you sign up through Hands On, your shift will not be approved. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!

Support a pet welfare fundraiser in the Big Red Barn with live acoustic music by Scott Wilson, hearty bites from Holy Smoker BBQ, and a selection of wine, beer, cider, and soft drinks. The gathering takes place entirely indoors, keeping things comfortable regardless of the weather. Bradford's Second Chance Rescue will be on site with animals available for adoption, offering a chance to meet future companions.

Brighten the season at BrewLights! This ZooLights beer festival experience is for folks 21+. Cut loose without kids or daytime crowds and enjoy dozens of the Northwest’s best breweries and cideries, plus live music, food carts and more.

See the zoo get lit! With an animal lantern train ride, vibrant sparkling tunnels and a variety of wildlife-inspired displays, BrewLights is the region’s most impressive light display! This is the perfect event for gathering friends, raising a glass and snapping selfies.

Tickets include a souvenir cup and 10 three-ounce pours. Choose from dozens of beer, seltzer and cider options from the finest Northwest craft beverage makers. Nondrinking tickets are available for those preferring to enjoy BrewLights alcohol-free.

Early entry ticketholders gain access at 4:30 p.m.; general admission begins at 5:30 p.m. Taps close at 9 p.m., and the zoo closes at 9:30 p.m.

Please note: Most animals are not on view during ZooLights.

More info at https://www.oregonzoo.org/brewlights

Industrial Technology Center Lower Lobby Saturday, November 7, 2026, 10am – 1pm Repair Fair hosted by Clackamas County and the CCC EET Program. Event is open to the public. Public is invited to bring small appliances and sewing projects. Volunteers will attempt to fix as many items as possible. More information can be found on the Clackamas County Event Page Contact [email protected]

• Organizer: ABOB PDX (AC, Court, Em, and Kailey)
• Ride Length: 8-15 miles
• Route: Loop ride (returns to start)
• Audience: General (all ages)

#OptOutside with All Bodies On Bikes and REI in Portland, OR for a social ride where we'll fill up community fridges and pantries! Meetup at Abernathy School at 1PM loaded with items to distribute along our ~10 mile, ~8mph, no-drop ride. Route is a loop ending with refreshments and giveaways at Abernathy.

All bodies are good bodies and all bikes are good bikes!

Join us to pack menstrual and hygiene totes for community members who need them. We’ll have time to chat with Dignity Grows distribution partners, schmooze with other volunteers and, of course, pack totes! Visit our website to learn more about this program, or email Merit Pinker to get more involved ([email protected]).

You’re warmly invited to celebrate the season at our Holiday Mixer. As the year draws to a close, we’d love for you to share in the joy of the season and meet the people who make Terwilliger Plaza special—our Members. Enjoy live music, seasonal fare, and signature holiday beverages as you explore Parkview and Tower apartment homes and experience the spirit that makes this community shine.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Mix and mingle with current Members to learn about community life and living at Terwilliger Plaza

• Enjoy live music by pianist Linda Smith and delicious refreshments, including apple cider and mulled wine

• Opportunity to tour a selection of Parkview and Tower apartment homes

Date: Tuesday, November 17
Time: 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Location: Parkview Auditorium
575 SW Sheridan St, Portland, OR 97201

RSVP required. Please call 503-808-7870 or send us an email at[email protected]

Calling all cookie artists! What’s better than wine and cookies? Join us for an afternoon of “Sip” & “Decorate” at our Cookie Decorating Class.

Learn step by step instructions on how to make these beautiful designs. Don’t miss out on this fun, tasty, and memorable event — grab your tickets now before they disappear!

DATES:

Sunday, October 18th at 2:00 PM. Registration closes on October 11th at 5:00 pm.

Sunday, November 22nd at 2:00 PM. Registration closes on November 15th at 5:00 pm.

Sunday, December 20th at 2:00 PM. Registration closes on December 13th at 5:00 pm.

Tickets are sold as a bundle ($65), including 6 cookies paired with your choice of a glass of wine, beer, cider, or soda. Must pre-pay to reserve your spot. Spots are limited. What’s included?

Step-by-Step Guided Instruction, Six Royal Icing Sugar Cookies, A Glass Of Wine, Take-Home Cookie Tray, One Complimentary Decorated Cookie, Photo Booth Moment, Recipes & Resources

This holiday season we're partnering with local organizations to host nightly fundraising events! Enjoy a pint or a meal and $1 from every McMenamins beer and cider and 15% of food & beverage proceeds will go to the evening's beneficiary.

But that's not all! Because these organizations are near and dear to us, we're doing a raffle for folks who show up for our community on multiple nights! You could win one of three grand prizes:

• McMenamins Getaway Package: an overnight stay at a McMenamins hotel of your choice + $100 gift card.
• Mocha Java Coffee Package:a brand-new espresso machine donated by Breville, two McMenamins mugs and two 12 oz packages of McMenamins coffee.
• Dinner & a Movie Package: four tickets to any movie showing at a McMenamins Theater + $100 gift card.

Be sure to pick up a raffle stamp card on your first visit. Click here to see the complete schedule of nonprofit organizations we're supporting, plus all the raffle rules.

The mission of Play It Forward is to ensure equal access to the genius within each child by establishing reliable music education and mentorship for all children regardless of income, ability, proximity, or any other barrier that stands between a potential student and his/her/their potential for greatness. We do this by providing reliable access to no-cost lessons and instruments, removing barriers of income, historical inequities, proximity or any other obstacle that stands between a child and access to the musical education that all children deserve.

Learn more about Play It Forward and donate by having fun with us!

An interactive exploration of Oregon's incredible ingredients and the art of pairing them together, hosted by author Jennie Dorsey. From apples and artisan cheese to hazelnuts, berries, and local honey, guests will taste, learn, and experiment. Limited seating, 21+ event.

• Leaves are accepted in paper bags, plastic bags, or loose - Paper bags are encouraged for waste reduction and easier drop off
• Please bring a utility bill for proof of residency
• Non-perishable food items are collected during each session for local community members in need, but donating is not required

Get all your gluten-free needs met at the Gluten Free Maker Market. Multiple Vendors will fill out the Portland Schilling Cider House every first Saturday from 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Enjoy a cider, a gluten-free kitchen, and all of the vendors' wares.

This holiday season we're partnering with local organizations to host nightly fundraising events! Enjoy a pint or a meal and $1 from every McMenamins beer and cider and 15% of food & beverage proceeds will go to the evening's beneficiary.

But that's not all! Because these organizations are near and dear to us, we're doing a raffle for folks who show up for our community on multiple nights! You could win one of three grand prizes:

• McMenamins Getaway Package: an overnight stay at a McMenamins hotel of your choice + $100 gift card.
• Mocha Java Coffee Package:a brand-new espresso machine donated by Breville, two McMenamins mugs and two 12 oz packages of McMenamins coffee.
• Dinner & a Movie Package: four tickets to any movie showing at a McMenamins Theater + $100 gift card.

Be sure to pick up a raffle stamp card on your first visit. Click here to see the complete schedule of nonprofit organizations we're supporting, plus all the raffle rules.

This SE Portland garden was founded in 1936 and embodies the spirit of the Pacific Northwest, hosting an array of public programs and visitor services. Leach Botanical Garden offers immersive, restorative, and educational experiences in a unique landscape of native plants and horticultural collections to build community, celebrate nature, and inspire environmental stewardship.

Learn more about Leach Botanical Garden and donate by having fun with us!

We think that under the right lights, an elk can look a lot like a reindeer. And those lights are Christmas lights. Grab your ugly sweater, fasten your red nose, and come help us kick off the holiday season as early as we were allowed to at the Elks Temple Holiday Brewfest. Is it too early? No! This event will feature holiday ales and ciders from around the Northwest, live music, reindeer games and other festive libations as we dive into the holiday season in style. Don't miss your chance to get into the holiday spirit and holiday spirits at Elks Temple.

Brewfest fun
20 taps of beer & cider
Wine, spirits & holiday punch
Photo booth
Photos with Santa * 4-6pm

Live music
Dancer & Prancer * 2-4:30pm
Kristen Marlo & James Coates* 5:30-8pm

Volunteer Opportunity Help neighbors connect with essential services and support through CSN's Community Resource Fair. About the Program Community Services Network (CSN) strengthens the social service sector through education, networking, and collaboration to improve access to resources and support community health. Volunteers help bring this mission to life at our Community Resource Fairs by creating a welcoming environment and helping individuals and families connect with services. Whether greeting attendees, guiding them to providers, or distributing food and supplies, volunteers help reduce barriers to access and build a more connected, supported community. About the Project Help make CSN’s Community Resource Fairs welcoming and accessible! Volunteers support activities such as setting up, greeting attendees, helping families find resources, distributing food and supplies, assisting with family activities, and cleaning up. Your time and friendly presence help neighbors connect with essential services and support. Join us in bringing community together! Volunteers can build skills in community outreach, communication, teamwork, and event support while learning about local resources for healthcare, food, housing, and other essential needs. They will gain a better understanding of the barriers individuals and families face when accessing services and how community organizations work together to address those needs. This opportunity also offers meaningful connections with neighbors, service providers, and fellow volunteers. Events and shifts can be found by following this link: https://www.csnpdx.org/community-resource-fairs/fall-community-health-fair Project Requirements Requirements Age: Volunteers under 15 must attend with a parent or adult chaperone. Notices Referral Opportunity: This opportunity is run directly by one of our nonprofit partners. After you express interest, the partner will contact you with next steps and confirmation details. Hands On Greater Portland Hours: Your hours may not appear in your Hands On account because this is a partner‑managed opportunity.

Join us for a FREE cider tasting featuring La Familia Cider.

Join us at our monthly Tigard Free Food Markets! The Free Food Market is our food pantry event on the first Monday of each month where we provide food to community members in need each month. These events are free to the public and barrier free - which means we do not ask for participant info when they come to get food. The door opens at 1:30pm for community members to come in and receive food. We need volunteers the day of event: -We need 4 volunteers in the morning shift to help with processing the donated food, dividing the produces into small portions, setting them up on tables, event set up, etc. -We need 5 volunteers in the afternoon shift to help with distributing food to community members, crowd control, event break down and clean up, etc. The ODHS mission is to help Oregonians in their own communities achieve well-being and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity. The dedication of volunteers plays a vital role in our work, helping the agency fulfill its mission and achieve its goals for Oregonians. Your support strengthens our impact, allowing us to better serve the community and make a meaningful difference. Volunteers will gain knowledge about how ODHS helps community members in need and what they can do if they'd like to help at other food pantries in the area. They will also learn about day-of-event coordination skills. Opportunity Requirements: Volunteers must be 15 years of age or older to participate in this opportunity; any volunteer under age 18 must attend with a parent or adult chaperone. Click on "Express Interest" below if you are interested in helping out! **This is a Referral Opportunity, which means it is run directly by one of our nonprofit partners. Once you express interest, someone from the partner organization should follow up with you shortly to discuss confirming you as a volunteer for this opportunity. **Please note, your hours may not be recorded in your Hands On Greater Portland account since this is a partner-managed opportunity.

Enjoy an evening of wine and live music with Gabe Hess at Chemeketa Cellars. Shows are on the patio (weather permitting) or inside the tasting room (inclement weather). Enjoy award-winning, student-crafted wines along with beer, cider, non-alcoholic options, and light bites. Seating is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis. The tasting room is open from 4-8 pm with the performance from 6-8 pm. This event is free and open to all ages.

Calling all cookie artists! What’s better than wine and cookies? Join us for a fun Fall afternoon of “Sip” & “Decorate” at our adult Cookie Decorating Class on November 22nd at Windy Hills Winery.

Learn step by step instructions on how to make these beautiful designs. Don’t miss out on this fun, tasty, and memorable event — grab your tickets now before they disappear!

Sunday, November 22nd at 2:00 PM. Tickets are sold as a bundle ($65), including 6 cookies paired with a glass of your choice of wine, cider, beer, or soda. Must pre-pay to reserve your spot. Spots are limited. Registration closes on November 15th at 5:00 pm.

What’s included?

Step-by-Step Guided Instruction, Six Royal Icing Sugar Cookies, Complimentary Drink, Take-Home Cookie Tray, One Complimentary Decorated Cookie, Photo Booth Moment, Recipes & Resources

Everyone (members and non-members) is welcome to attend the club meeting. These meetings are a chance to understand the workings of the club, discuss issues, vote (when there is something to vote on), watch a special interest presentation, socialize, and have a club-provided snack.

Riding to and from the club meeting in the dark and/or inclement weather is discouraged for safety reasons. Rider mileage is NOT available.

Featured Presentation:
This month's Featured Presentation is actually a Featured Participation! We'll be doing the collection for Sno-Cap (food, warm cloths grocery bags, egg cartons, bottles with deposits that they can reclaim, you get the idea). There will also be the annual pot luck where everyone brings something for refreshments. And...the gear swap.

Transitions Lab is a weekly peer-supported workspace that helps people in early recovery take practical steps towards stability and independence. Designed for individuals navigating housing, employment, and life transitions, the lab provides dedicated time and space to work on resumes, apply for housing, complete applications and move forward on real-world goals with support close at hand.

Participants can access on-site staff, peer mentors, and resource navigation - ensuring no one has to tackle these tasks alone. The lab offers a calm, welcoming environment where individuals feel equipped, encouraged, and connected as they build momentum in their recovery journey.

In-person, Cafe

Our Annual PJ Party & Clothing Drive for Sherwood Kids is here. Take advantage of those holiday sales and give back to those in need. For every item you donate

Celebrate Radical Harvest’s first anniversary at a fully indoor craft market featuring more than 30 local artists and sustainability-minded makers. Browse handmade art, home decor, jewelry, candles, clothing, ceramics, plants, sweets, and many other goods. The pop-up community center also features an onsite bar, a free craft supply swap, DIY junk journaling, mending and upcycling, gift wrapping, games, giveaways, community resources, a food pantry, a photobooth, and flash tattoos. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome.

• November: 7, 14, 21 (Harvest Market)
• Closed: November 28 (Thanksgiving weekend)
• December: 5, 12, 19 (Holiday Market)
• Closed: December 26 & January 2
• January: 9, 23
• February: 6, 20
• March: 6, 20
• April: 3, 17

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The Silverton Christmas Market features 2 million twinkling Christmas lights, a German-inspired artisan vendor market, visits from Santa, ice skating, snowless tubing, cozy fire pits, live music, festive food & drink and more!

Located in the historic town of Silverton, Oregon, this festive event brings holiday cheer to the Willamette Valley. We hope you will join us to create magical holiday memories at the largest German Christmas Market in Oregon!

Let the glow of 2 million twinkling lights guide your way through the enchanting Silverton Christmas Market. Wander through magical light displays and make cherished holiday memories with family and friends in this festive winter wonderland.

Step onto the ice at the Silverton Christmas Market’s newest attraction and experience the Mid-Willamette Valley’s only ice skating rink! Presented by Power Kia & Power Buick GMC of Salem.

VENDOR MARKET

Shop from local vendors offering handmade gifts, candles, ornaments, puzzles, and more. You’ll also find specialty German booths with nutcrackers, incense smokers, and glass-blown ornaments brought in straight from Germany.

Make the holidays even more magical with a visit from Santa! Stop by Santa’s House, where little ones can share their Christmas wishes, snap a festive photo, and create memories the whole family will cherish.

Step into our cozy, family-friendly Biergarten, proudly serving local brews and cider from Maletis Beverage! With live entertainment featuring local musicians, there’s always something exciting to enjoy.

Get ready to zip down our Snowless Tubing Hill, presented by Power Kia & Power Buick GMC of Salem! With four tracks, it’s a perfect spot to add some excitement and holiday cheer to your visit!

All aboard for a magical new experience at the Silverton Christmas Market! This family-friendly attraction takes guests on a festive ride through beautiful light displays. Train rides are $5 per person, and all ages are welcome. The train is weather permitting and will not operate during rainy conditions.

Join a monthly in-person Witchy Collage Night at Seagrape Apothecary. Dive into the realm of magic, spells, and self-care with like-minded babes in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Connect, collage and make new friends. This month, collage a spell for energetic composting.

There will be tea to support your nervous system and a soft landing spot to share whatever is in your heart right now. Collage supplies will be provided, but bring your own and some to share if you can (especially scissors, washi tape and stickers) and come bask in the magic of community. If you have heart medicine or any other mutual aid to share, please bring that as well. Snacks are always welcome.

Expect to craft a seasonal vision board (so bring your ideas). Mingle with fellow magical babes in a super sweet and casual environment. Please bring collage supplies you'd be willing to share. There will be extra supplies, but more scissors, glue, and new magazines are always welcome.

Join on the second Saturday of each month to come together and celebrate magic through creativity and community. Space is limited.

Please bring a mask with you. You will be asked to wear your mask throughout class. If you're experiencing any COVID symptoms before the gathering, please do not attend.

A community Turkey Trot in Carlton, Oregon offers a family-friendly walk or trot through town while supporting neighbors in need. The event is free, and registration is optional to help with planning. Participants are invited to bring nonperishable food or a grocery gift card for the Yamhill-Carlton Storehouse. The Big Larz Community Sports Locker benefits from raffle proceeds and a $10 contribution for each event shirt or hoodie sold. Raffle prizes are provided by local businesses and community members, with tickets priced at $5 each or 5 for $20. Donations of raffle items or baskets are welcomed, especially family-focused options. After the trot, everyone can warm up with coffee, tea, and hot cocoa and spend time together as a community. The route map and updates will be shared on the event’s Facebook page as details are finalized. For information about donating a raffle item or supporting the effort, contact H-Bomb Fitness at 503-852-3012 or [email protected]. Wellness is Only a Choice Away.