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SATOCT 31
OCT 31–NOV 1 Β· Hours not provided
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Dia de los Muertos Celebration

Celebrate DΓ­a de los Muertos at M&M Marketplace with two days of culture, music, food, and family fun. Join us on Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1 from 2 PM to 7 PM for a free community celebration in Hillsboro.

Enjoy live music, traditional altars, Calenda, Calaveritas Literarias, a Concurso de Catrinas, food, shopping, and family entertainment. Bring your family and friends as we come together to honor loved ones and celebrate DΓ­a de los Muertos traditions.

Dates: Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1
Time: 2 PM to 7 PM
Location: M&M Marketplace, 346 SW Walnut St., Hillsboro, OR 97123
Admission: Free

‘AcompÑñanos con toda la familia para celebrar nuestras tradiciones, recordar a nuestros seres queridos y disfrutar un fin de semana especial en comunidad!

SUNNOV 1
Hours not provided
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FilmGalleriesCultural HeritageStreet Festivals

Portland Latin American Film Festival

Hollywood Theatre4122 Northeast Sandy Boulevard

Celebrating 20 years of cinema, culture, and communityβ€”a very special milestone celebrating two decades of building bridges between Latin America and Portland through film.

Over these 20 years, the stories have made audiences laugh, reflect, and feel deeply, while offering new perspectives on identity, collective memory, and cultural diversity. What began as a dream has grown into a vibrant community of filmmakers, artists, volunteers, sponsors, and audience members who believe in the power of cinema to bring the community closer together.

This year features the generous collaboration of musician and composer JosΓ© Manuel Aguilera, who has authorized the use of his song "Confabulario"β€”from the album *Tinta negra y roja*β€”as the official theme for this anniversary edition. The official poster for the twentieth edition was designed by Gilberto MartΓ­nez and inspired by the work of renowned graphic artist Joel RendΓ³n. Its visual power and rich symbolism reflect the creative spirit and cultural diversity that have defined the festival over the past two decades.

MONNOV 2
Hours not provided
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Portland Book Festival

PortlandMap
Portland Book Festival (formerly β€œWordstock”) returns every November with an impressive (and extensive) lineup of local and national authors.
SATNOV 7
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Cultural HeritageFood & DrinkArts & MediaStreet FestivalsMusicCraft Fairs

Frybread Fest

Director Park815 Southwest Park Avenue

Frybread Fest is coming back to Downtown Portland, and it’s going to be bigger than ever. Help celebrate Native American Heritage Month through food, culture, art, and community. Enjoy delicious frybread from several Indigenous chefs and explore a full day of Indigenous-led programming and experiences. Get an up-close look at traditional and cultural practices through salmon fillet, basket weaving, and hide tanning demonstrations, and take part in the celebration with a drum circle from Turquoise Pride.

The festival will also feature a variety of local vendors, giving you plenty of opportunities to shop, connect, and support Indigenous artists and makers. Miss Indian NW will join for a special meet and greet, too.

Come hungry, bring your friends and family, and spend the day celebrating Native culture, community, and tradition in the heart of Downtown Portland.

SATNOV 7
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Arts & MediaSupport GroupsWorkshopsDining

The Lost Table

El ZΓ³calo537 SE Stark Street

The Portland Grief House invites you to join The Lost Table, a welcoming space to gather in community, remember those we’ve lost, and share in the traditions that help us keep them close. Bring a dish, pull up a chair, and make a place at the table for the dead. Grief can be hard to understand, and sometimes what we need most is community, ritual, conversation, and food.

Together, we’ll explore how different cultures and traditions call to, honor, and make offerings to those who have died. In the spirit of DΓ­a de Muertos, we’ll create a shared space where the living and the dead can gather around the same table.

We’ll begin with a creative activity led by Mario Mesquita, inviting us to reflect on memory, food, and our relationships with those we’ve lost. Participants will be introduced to the ritual elements that will carry us through the evening.

Laura Green will lead a community conversation about intercultural traditions of DΓ­a de Muertos and other ways communities call to and remember their dead. Participants will have an opportunity to share stories, traditions, and memories, and to dedicate an offering to someone they have lost.

Bea Yeh will introduce the tradition of Hungry Ghost and lead us in making an offering to the dead. We’ll set places at our table for those who are no longer with us and share food as an act of remembrance and connection.

Our community offerings and tributes will be gathered at Ximena Morales’s altar, creating a shared space of remembrance that connects the different traditions and offerings brought into the room.

Throughout the evening, we’ll create something together through words, offerings, and remembrance. We’ll dedicate a community poem to the dead and close our gathering with a collective ritual of words, sound, and stillness.

Please bring:

  • A dish to share, plus any serving utensils it needs. Consider bringing something that reminds you of a loved one or connects you to a family or cultural tradition.
  • Please label your food with a card identifying any allergens or dietary considerations.
  • Your own dinnerware (plate, bowl, utensils, napkin).
  • A beverage for yourself, if you’d like something other than water.
  • A photograph, name, or other small tribute to a loved one for the community altar, if you’d like.
  • Please do not bring chips, salsa, or guacamoleβ€”Milagro will provide these.

The Portland Grief House is honored to continue this tradition, originally started by Side Yard Farm. El Centro Milagro is excited to partner with Portland Grief House to create a space for English- and Spanish-speaking community members to gather, remember, share traditions, and honor the dead together.

Schedule
4:00–4:30 PM β€” Opening Ritual & Activity
4:30–5:45 PM β€” Community Conversation & Offerings
5:45 PM β€” Dedication & Closing

Estimated Running Time: 3 hours
Age Recommendation:
Ages 10+

SATNOV 7
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Support GroupsArts & MediaBilingual EventsDining

The Lost Table: A Community Gathering for Grief and Remembrance

Milagro – Miracle Theatre Group525 Southeast Stark Street

The Portland Grief House invites you to join The Lost Table, a resilient, welcoming space to gather in community and share experiences of loss. Bring a dish, pull up a chair, and share your heart in good company. Grief can be hard to understand, and sometimes what is needed most is community, conversation, and food. During the gathering, each participant will have a few minutes to share their grief in whatever way feels rightβ€”whether it's someone who is missed, something that has changed, a loss being carried, or an experience that continues to shape. While one person shares, the rest will listen with care and presence. Save time at the end of the evening to thank one another and connect, but please refrain from interrupting or responding during the sharing portion.

DΓ­a de Muertos and the month of November invite you to reflect on and remember loved ones who have passedβ€”a time to celebrate their lives and meet death not with fear, but with love, memory, storytelling, and even humor. Mario Mesquita will lead an opening creative activity exploring memory and the role of cuisine in honoring loved ones, building toward a collective community tribute. Participants are welcome to bring a photograph of a loved one or create an offering featuring their loved one's name.

Bea Ogden will present the Hungry Ghost tradition and make an offering for the community ofrenda, opening a cultural exchange around how different traditions honor and remember the dead. Mario and Bea will also guide participants in writing a community poem, inviting each person to contribute a line or dedication to place on the altar.

Please bring:

  • A dish to share, along with any serving utensils it requires. You're welcome to bring something simpleβ€”such as a bag of chips or fresh fruitβ€”or a favorite dish that reminds you of a loved one.
  • Your own dinnerware (plate, bowl, utensils, and napkin).
  • Optional: A beverage for yourself if you would like something other than water.
  • Optional: A photograph of a loved one to include in our community tribute

The Portland Grief House is honored to continue this tradition, originally started by Side Yard Farm. El Centro Milagro is excited to partner with Portland Grief House to create a welcoming space for both English- and Spanish-speaking community members to gather, remember, and heal together.

Portland Grief House les invita a unirse a La Mesa Perdida, un espacio resiliente y acogedor para reunirnos en comunidad y compartir nuestras experiencias de pΓ©rdida. Traigan un platillo, acerquen una silla y compartan su corazΓ³n en buena compaΓ±Γ­a. El duelo puede ser difΓ­cil de comprender y, a veces, lo que mΓ‘s necesitamos es comunidad, conversaciΓ³n y comida. Durante el encuentro, cada participante tendrΓ‘ unos minutos para compartir su duelo de la manera que le resulte mΓ‘s natural: alguien a quien extraΓ±amos, algo que ha cambiado, una pΓ©rdida que llevamos con nosotros, o una experiencia que sigue marcando nuestra vida. Mientras una persona comparte, el resto escucha con atenciΓ³n y presencia. Guardaremos tiempo al final de la noche para agradecer y conectar, pero pedimos que los participantes se abstengan de interrumpir ni de responder durante el momento de compartir.

El DΓ­a de Muertos y el mes de noviembre nos invitan a reflexionar y recordar a nuestros seres queridos fallecidosβ€”un tiempo para celebrar sus vidas y enfrentar la muerte no con miedo, sino con amor, memoria, relatos e incluso humor. Mario Mesquita dirigirΓ‘ una actividad creativa de apertura que explora la memoria y el papel de la cocina para honrar a nuestros seres queridos, construyendo hacia un tributo colectivo. Los participantes pueden traer una fotografΓ­a de un ser querido, o crear una ofrenda con el nombre de su ser querido.

Bea Ogden presentarΓ‘ la tradiciΓ³n del Fantasma Hambriento y harΓ‘ una ofrenda a nuestra ofrenda comunitaria, abriendo un intercambio cultural sobre cΓ³mo distintas tradiciones honran y recuerdan a los difuntos. Mario y Bea tambiΓ©n guiarΓ‘n a los participantes en la escritura de un poema comunitario, invitando a cada persona a aportar una lΓ­nea o dedicatoria para colocar en el altar.

Por favor traigan:

  • Un platillo para compartir, junto con los utensilios de servir que necesite. Algo sencillo es bienvenidoβ€”como una bolsa de papas fritas o fruta frescaβ€”o un platillo favorito que les recuerde a un ser querido.
  • Su propia vajilla (plato, tazΓ³n, cubiertos y servilleta).
  • Una bebida para ustedes mismos, si desean algo mΓ‘s que agua.
  • Una fotografΓ­a de un ser querido para incluir en nuestro tributo comunitario (opcional).

Portland Grief House se siente honrado de continuar esta tradiciΓ³n, iniciada originalmente por Side Yard Farm. El Centro Milagro se emociona de asociarse con Portland Grief House para crear un espacio acogedor donde los miembros de las comunidades de habla inglesa y espaΓ±ola puedan reunirse, recordar y sanar juntos.

SATNOV 7
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
CiderSpiritsWine TastingsMusicHolidays & SeasonalStreet Festivals

6th Annual Hillsboro Downtown Sip & Shop

🍷 Your Favorite Downtown Tradition Is Back and Better Than Ever πŸ›οΈ

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
RΓ©solu Cellars
DAnu Winery
Helvetia Winery
Chris James Cellars
La RandonnΓ©e
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
πŸ’Έ 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, RΓ©solu Cellars 503-803-9270

SUNNOV 1
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Drop-inMusicCultural HeritageCraftsHolidays & SeasonalStreet FestivalsPerforming Arts

Gresham Day of The Dead

Celebrate and learn the history of the Day of the Dead at this free community event.

The event runs from 9:00am - 5:00 pm and will have:

  • Food carts
  • Crafts
  • Live music and performers from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Face painting
  • Community altar where you can bring pictures of your loved ones who have passed. Printings will be made available on site.

This event is open to everyone.

For more information please email [email protected].

THUNOV 5
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Registration requiredSupport GroupsKids & FamilySocial Mixers

Mom's Night Out

Club EveryoneMap

This relaxed evening at the Clubhouse offers moms and caregivers of neurodivergent teens and adults a welcoming space for conversation, snacks, and connection with people who understand. The gathering is grounded in acceptance, understanding, and kindness, and participants are welcome to come as they are and stay for as long as they like. Nonalcoholic beverages will be available, and guests may bring their own drinks. Registered participants will receive an email with options for adding food to a group delivery order. Please register in advance so organizers can prepare a comfortable space.

SATNOV 7
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
+1 dates
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BIPOC Youth Summit 2026: Vibe and Thrive

3700 F St.Map

YWCA Clark County will host the 2026 BIPOC Youth Summit, Vibe and Thrive, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7-8. This free, two-day event brings together BIPOC youth ages 13-18 to celebrate identity, build connections, explore leadership and discover the power of joy. Enjoy workshops led by local BIPOC leaders, interactive activities, creative expression, and conversations about social justice and personal growth. The event includes free food, games, prizes and a block party.
Learn more and register at www.ywcaclarkcounty.org/bys.

FRINOV 13
5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
+1 dates
21+πŸ’° $65+BeerCiderHolidays & SeasonalMusicOutdoorsStreet Festivals

BrewLights

Experience the twinkling, magical wonderland of ZooLightsβ€” without any kids. 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.

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.

THUNOV 5
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Drop-inGalleriesStreet FestivalsCraft Fairs

First Thursday in the Pearl District

Enjoy a vibrant outdoor street gallery that features 150+ artists who transform NW 13th Avenue into a bustling pedestrian scene that welcomes thousands of attendees each month. You’ll find an inclusive and dynamic mix of talented creatives, ranging from fine artists with decades of experience to emerging makers and designers sharing their work for the very first time. Guests can expect an upbeat, welcoming vibe where they can talk directly with artists, discover one-of-a-kind pieces, and connect with fellow art lovers while enjoying delicious foods from the neighborhood’s many bars and restaurants. The Pearl District comes alive with music, movement, and artist energy and with different artists cycling through, every month is a little different, making it the perfect event to keep coming back to.

First Thursday in the Pearl, started in 1986, is a district-wide celebration held on the first Thursday of each month, initiated by the founding members of PADA (Portland Art Dealers Association). Originally a gathering of art collectors and dealers, the celebration has grown into a monthly event attended by over 10,000 people, including art enthusiasts, wine aficionados, and scenesters looking to see and be seen. During this year-round, monthly event, galleries in and around the Pearl District and Northwest host opening receptions for new exhibitions. Many PADA members continue to follow the First Thursday scheduleβ€”keeping the tradition aliveβ€”while also hosting events throughout the month.

Parking gets very difficult in the area on First Thursday. It is recommended to take public transportation to the Pearl or park nearby and walk into the neighborhood.

FRINOV 6
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Food & DrinkCraftsGalleriesPartiesLEGO ClubsStreet FestivalsHolidays & SeasonalMusicKids & Family

Thankful for YOU! (and pie) Multicultural Celebration- First Friday – November 2026

First Friday – November 6th: β€œThankful for YOU (and pie :)) Multicultural Celebration!” We love the fall and we are SO thankful for you! We all come from different places and have different heritages and we want to celebrate that. Our diversity makes us special and interesting! Bring your friends and family downtown for pie tastings, pie raffles, a pie walk dance party, multicultural displays and so much more!

  • Ribbon Cutting at 6pm for the new expansion at Evergreen Vinyl! 321 NE 4th Ave.
  • Enter Pie Raffles all around town!
  • Yummy pie tastings at Fuel donated by Lore Tea + Coffee
  • β€œPie Walk Dance Party”–try to win a delicious pie! at 7:30pm inside of Journey, 304 NE 4th Ave. The Pie Walk is generously sponsored by Synkwise!
  • Complete the β€œGratitude Passport” throughout downtown businesses & be entered to win!
  • Learn about your neighbors and our diverse backgrounds, cultures and histories!
  • Drop off your unwrapped toys at registration at Fuel Medical for the Toys for Tots drive!
  • Kids’ autumn art, crafts, games and treats
  • S’mores roasting, weather permitting
  • Art Shows and Receptions in Attic Gallery, 419 NE Cedar; Gallery 408, 408 NE 4th; RedDoor Gallery, 411 NE Dallas; and Second Story Gallery, 625 NE 4th Ave, upstairs at the Camas Library.
  • After hours shopping, dining, live music, more!

Start your evening at the DCA tables in the Fuel Medical lobby, 314 NE Birch St. See you in beautiful Downtown Camas for all the fall fun!

SATNOV 7
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
CraftsTriviaTeensStreet Festivals

Teen and Adult Dinovember Celebration

Celebrate Dinovember with dinosaur trivia and crafts! Play solo or as part of a team. Test your knowledge and win bragging rights!

FRINOV 27
5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
+3 dates
ChoralClassicalHolidays & SeasonalStreet FestivalsFaith & WorshipVarietyKids & Family

Christmas Festival of Lights

Presenting the sights, sounds and sensations of the season, The Grotto’s Christmas Festival of Lights is the largest Christmas choral festival in the world. The festival features nearly 160 indoor holiday concerts performed by many of the region’s finest school, church and civic choirs. Offering a family-oriented blend of traditional celebration and serene reflection, the festival theme captures the special season of hope that Christmas brings to many thousands of families across the Pacific Northwest.

  • Choirs in the Chapel: Enjoy the amazing sounds of local schools, churches and civic groups as they perform inside the Chapel of Mary, with its cathedral-like acoustics.
  • Fun for Everyone: Continuous entertainment for all ages is offered in The Grotto’s plaza area, including outdoor caroling, puppet shows, and an assortment of musical guests.
  • Puppet Show: At the top of each hour in the plaza tent, enjoy a puppet show.
  • Caroling: The Grotto Carolers perform every hour at the bottom of the hour in the plaza tent. Sing along to your favorite Christmas songs.
  • Snacks and Drinks: Find snacks and drinks available for purchase inside the Interpretive Center, next to the Chapel.

The Festival of Lights is a walk-through event, and visitors can expect to walk approximately a quarter of a mile. All entertainment areas are either indoors or tented; however, visitors should dress accordingly for the weather. Rubber-soled shoes, warm socks, gloves, and ear coverings are recommended, especially on colder nights. The average festival visit lasts between 60 and 90 minutes. Visitors wishing to hear a specific concert should arrive 30 to 45 minutes before the scheduled concert time.

MONNOV 2
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Support Groups

Veterans Support Group

The National Alliance on Mental Health Southwest Washington offers a Veterans Support Group from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of every month at 907 Harney St., Vancouver. Learn more at namiswwa.org.

FRINOV 27
4:30 PM – 11:00 PM
+3 dates
Holidays & SeasonalHiking & WalkingGroup RidesKids & FamilyStreet Festivals

Winter Wonderland

Portland International Raceway1940 North Victory Boulevard

Recognized throughout the Pacific Northwest as the β€œLargest Holiday Light Show West of the Mississippi”, Winter Wonderland will grab your attention with glimmers and glows around every corner. Since 1993, a journey through Winter Wonderland has become a holiday tradition for many families, friends, and social organizations, celebrating the spirit of the season. Spectators can enjoy the region’s most spectacular drive-through light show, viewing over 250 colorful light set pieces and many fully animated scenes from the comfort of their own vehicle. Studded tires and chains are not allowed at Portland International Raceway.

Bike the Lights is reserved for cyclists. Take a lap or five and see over 250 holiday light displays up close on Sunday, November 29. This event has a dedicated following of bike lovers who attend year after year, decking out their rides in holiday lights and rocking their favorite holiday gear β€” from Santa suits to reindeer onesies. Bike the Lights is a pedal-power-only event (speed limit is 10mph). E-bikes are allowed as long as they have pedals. Safety gear is highly encouraged for all participants, though kids 16 and under must wear a helmet.

Lights and Leashes, sponsored by Country Financial, is a dog-friendly walking event where anyone can experience the magic of Winter Wonderland at their own pace on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. Take a leisurely stroll and see over a million holiday lights up close. Holiday outfits are encouraged for humans and dogs alike. Dogs are not required to attend this crowd-favorite event. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Strollers are allowed for kiddos, but for safety purposes, no bikes, scooters, skates, or motorized vehicles are allowed at this event. There is also no designated dog potty area, so please pick up after your pups.

SATNOV 14
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
+1 dates
πŸ’° $3 - $15Craft FairsHolidays & SeasonalArts & MediaStreet Festivals

Gothic Market

Grimoire Academy will host the Gothic Market from noon to 5 p.m. Nov. 14 and 15 at the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds, 17402 N.E. Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Inspired by pop culture shows like β€œSabrina, the Teenage Witch,” classic horror films and spooky folklore, this sale showcases artisan goods celebrating Halloween, horror, witches, vampires, monsters, goth couture, the supernatural, strange things and dark fairytales with crystals, plushies, candles, herbs, fragrances and metaphysical products and services. Gothic attire is encouraged. Tickets start at $3 online but increase up to $15 as the date approaches. Buy tickets at events.humanitix.com.

TUENOV 17
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
LGBTQ+Support GroupsWomen & Non-Binary

Late Awakenings

A peer-led support group for female identifying and non-binary people who are questioning their orientation or have come out and identify as lesbian/bi/queer. This is a safe space for discussion and support with in-person meetings.

SATNOV 7
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Support Groups

Adult Death Cafe

Join us for a Death CafΓ©β€”an open, group-directed conversation about death with no set agenda or themes. This is a space for thoughtful discussion, not a grief support or counseling session. Together, we’ll explore ideas and questions about death and dying in a respectful, welcoming environment.

FRINOV 27
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
ChoralHolidays & SeasonalCraft FairsKids & FamilyArts & MediaPerforming ArtsWineStreet Festivals

62nd Annual Tree Lighting Festival

Presented by the City of Lake Oswego and Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce!

Celebrate the holiday season at Lake Oswego’s 62nd Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Festival! Join family and friends for an evening of festive fun, community traditions, live entertainment, and holiday cheer. Big thanks to our presenting sponsor Visiting Angels.

  • Holiday Marketplace featuring local food, artists, makers, and holiday-themed vendors
  • Local Winery Row
  • Photos with Santa
  • Timberview Farm Reindeer
  • Write letters to Santa with the Lake Oswego Police Department
  • Holiday performances by the Lake Oswego High School and Lakeridge High School Show Choirs
  • Festive music from the Millennium Concert Band
  • The Millennium Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:30 p.m.

Bring the whole family and join us as we celebrate the season and light up Lake Oswego!

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FRINOV 13
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
πŸ’° $10FilmSupport Groups

HOPE Dementia Support: Meet Me at the Movies

HOPE Dementia Support presents β€œMeet Me at the Movies” at the Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., Vancouver. A different musical will start at 1:00 p.m. on the second Friday of every month. Visit kigginstheatre.com to see what musical will be shown next. The cost is $10 per person.

TUENOV 3
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
+3 dates
LGBTQ+Clubs & MeetingsSupport GroupsYouth ProgramsBooksCraftsTeens

Queer Youth Club

A safe place where ALL are welcome to be themselves. Find support, eat snacks, get creative, discuss favorite books, and more! Bring a friend, or make a new one. For grades 5-8.

Queer Youth Club is a youth-run club for that unites LGBTQIA+ and allied youth from neighboring schools. Email [email protected] for more information.

SATNOV 14
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
CraftsPartiesTriviaKids (5-11)Street Festivals

Family Dinovember Party

11/7 from 2:30-4pm at Vancouver Community Library

Celebrate Dinovember with dinosaur trivia and crafts! Play solo or as part of a team. Test your knowledge and win bragging rights!

11/14 from 2-4pm at Cascade Park Community Library

Celebrate all things Dino. It will be a rawring good time!

11/21 from 3-4pm at Three Creeks Community Library

Bring the whole family to celebrate Dinovember with dinosaur crafts and activities!

FRINOV 20
4:30 PM – 10:30 PM
+7 dates
πŸ’° $35+Holidays & SeasonalParks & NatureGalleriesStreet Festivals

ZooLights

Every year, ZooLights dazzles visitors of all ages with wildlife-inspired light displays and a whole lot of seasonal fun. It’s the ideal place to gather friends and family, snap photos and make lasting memories. Looking for the perfect holiday date night? Bring that special person in your life to ZooLights.

See the zoo in a whole new light! Hop on the zoo train and see dozens of life-size animal lanterns along the route. Walk through vibrant tunnels of glittering lights and take in the glowing festive atmosphere.

Enjoy delicious treats like Elephant ears, hot chocolate, popcorn and s'mores. Or raise a toast with beer, wine and a range of non-alcoholic options. It’s all available at ZooLights.

THUNOV 12
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
+1 dates
LGBTQ+Support GroupsWomen & Non-Binary

QGE Queer and Gender Expansive Support Group

QGE Support is a gathering space for people whose identities exist beyond, between, or outside traditional gender categories. Open to nonbinary, genderqueer, 2 Spirit, agender, genderfluid, and other gender-expansive individuals, this group offers a supportive environment to share experiences, build community, and celebrate the many ways gender can be expressed and understood.

THUNOV 26
Hours not provided
Drop-inGalleriesCraft FairsPartiesStreet FestivalsElectronic & DJPerforming Arts

Last Thursday

Alberta StreetNortheast Alberta Street

Last Thursday on Alberta Street in Portland, Oregon happens 12 months a year every last Thursday of the month indoors with art gallery opening parties, live music, DJs and other indoor performances at venues, bars and event spaces.

Last Thursday is a community-grown event, free for all artists and art vendors, musicians, performers and visitors.

On Last Thursday, galleries hold opening parties, and performance venues and bars often host live music and performances. If the weather is nice enough, then vendors take to the street.

June, July and August Last Thursday 6-9 p.m. is outdoors and indoors with 15 blocks closed to traffic, hundreds of diverse arts and crafts vendors, art gallery opening parties, street performers and musicians, and other outside events.

TUENOV 3
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
55+ / SeniorsSupport GroupsTalks & Lectures

Aging Solo In Clark County WA

Villages Clark County has created an β€œAGING SOLO IN CLARK COUNTY COMMUNITY”

We have Monthly Meetings the first Tuesday of every Month. We are inviting:
  • Community members 50 and up
  • Aging Solo Seniors
  • Anyone who cares for someone age 50 and up
  • Businesses and Organizations that work with clients ages 50 and up or caregivers
  • Businesses and Organizations that offer products and services for clients age 50 and up or caregivers
  • EVERYONE IS WELCOME feel free to share the information, social media posts on Villages Clark County or the attached flyer
In Clark County over 20,000 adults age 65+ live alone. You don’t have to do it alone. AGING SOLO IS ABOUT CONNECTION, PREPARATION & COMMUNITY. Discover how we can help one another navigate this stage of lifeβ€”with more connection, resources and support.

THIS MONTHS MEETING IS ALL THINGS INSURANCE AND COVERAGE. MEDICARE, LIFE INSURANCE AND WA CARESEvery 1ST Tuesday of the month - THIS MONTH IS NOVEMBER 3RD
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location:
40 ET 8 BoxCar Room
(The Bingo Hall with the train out front)
2809 NE 78th street
Vancouver WA

THIS IS A FREE EVENT BUT DONATIONS ARE WELCOME

For questions contact Christina Keys
Email: [email protected]
Phone 360-358-5018
MONNOV 2
12:00 PM
+4 dates
Clubs & MeetingsSupport Groups

NAMI on Campus Club

Wacheno Welcome Center Conference Room (WC225)Map

Wacheno Welcome Center Conference Room (WC225) Monday, November 16, 2026, 12 – 1pm Join NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) for our weekly club meetings. We meet on Mondays, from noon – 1 p.m. in the Multicultural Center, room 161, located in the Wacheno Welcome Center, Oregon City Campus. Come for friendship, laughs, and community, because your mental health matters.

THUNOV 5
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Under 5Support GroupsLearning & Tech

Infant and Toddler Feeding Support

Join us each month to discuss infant and toddler feeding in a supportive, community environment. Led by International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs), this group covers a wide range of topics, including breast/bodyfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, introducing solids, and weaning.

Because feeding is deeply connected to daily life, we also welcome open discussions on related parenting topics such as sleep patterns, soothing a crying baby, and navigating the postpartum adjustment. Come connect, share experiences, and get expert guidance on your family's feeding journey.

WEDNOV 11
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
+1 dates
GamesSupport GroupsCraftsLGBTQ+

BIPOC Support Space

This BIPOC support space is facilitated by Sielo KaΓ­ Solar (he/him/el), a peer support worker who identifies as 2S, trans, disabled, mixed race, and a first-generation Mexican-American. As an artist, abolitionist, and community-centered facilitator, Sielo brings a warm, creative, and welcoming energy to the space.

Participants are invited to gather in a relaxed and flexible environment to snack, make art, chat, and play games as they wish. This space is intended to foster connection, creativity, and community care, allowing everyone to show up as they are and engage in ways that feel most comfortable.

SUNNOV 8
11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Faith & WorshipSupport GroupsClubs & Meetings

BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) Affinity Group

The BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) affinity group meets on the 2nd Sunday of the month after service. We hope you can join us!

MONNOV 16
12:30 PM – 2:55 PM
Women & Non-Binary55+ / SeniorsClubs & MeetingsSupport Groups

70+ Women's Group

Reach out to Carol to join: [email protected]

Meets in person every Third Monday 12:30pm - 2:25pm in the Library

THUNOV 12
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Support GroupsUnder 5

Postpartum Support Group

Tualatin Public Library18878 SW Martinazzi Ave

Did you recently have a baby? Do you have questions? Are you feeling all the feelings? Join postpartum doula Krystal Williams for a program of connection and caring for new moms. No registration required. Meets in the Community Room.

FRINOV 6
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Support Groups

Memory Cafe at Prairie Tavern

Dementia-Friendly Clark County hosts a Memory Cafe at 10 a.m. on the first Friday of the month at Prairie Tavern, 14925 N.E. Caples Rd., Brush Prairie. Memory Cafe provides a welcoming space for people living with dementia and their caregivers to socialize, enjoy refreshments and participate in activities. Sign up at eventbrite.com or call 360-513-5754.

TUENOV 3
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
55+ / SeniorsSupport GroupsClubs & MeetingsLearning & Tech

Aging Solo in Clark County

Villages Clark County Has offers Aging Solo in Clark County, a group for seniors age 50 and up, anyone who cares for someone age 50 and up and businesses and organizations that work with clients age 50 and up. The group meets from 1:30-3 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month at the 40 et 8 Boxcar Room, 2809 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver. A different topic will be explored each month. Attendance is free but donations are welcome. Questions? Contact Christina Keys at [email protected] or call 360-358-5018.

FRINOV 20
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
LGBTQ+Clubs & MeetingsSupport GroupsYouth ProgramsTeensBooks

Queer Youth Club

A safe place where ALL are welcome to be themselves. Find support, eat snacks, get creative, discuss favorite books, and more! Bring a friend, or make a new one. For grades 5-8.

Queer Youth Club is a youth-run club for that unites LGBTQIA+ and allied youth from neighboring schools.

THUNOV 5
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Support GroupsLGBTQ+

QTBIPOC Grief Support Group

Our mission is to provide a safe, compassionate, and inclusive space where individuals experiencing grief can find understanding, connection, and community. Through shared experiences, emotional support, and guided healing resources, we aim to empower each person to navigate their grief at their own pace. We honor every story, validate every emotion, and walk alongside one another as we move toward renewed strength, resilience, and meaning.

Please contact Vishal Nair at 360.823.9208 or [email protected] with any questions!

THUNOV 5
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
LGBTQ+Support Groups

LGBTQIA+ Support Group

🌐Online via ZoomVirtual Event

The National Alliance on Mental Health Southwest Washington offers an LGBTQIA+ Support Group at 3 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays of the month, via Zoom. Learn more and get Zoom links at namiswwa.org.

MONNOV 2
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
+4 dates
Support Groups

HOPE Dementia Support Group

HOPE Dementia Support Group, 10 a.m. to noon Mondays at Cogir at The Quarry, 415 S.E. 177th Ave., Vancouver, is for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Call 360-513-5754 with questions.

WEDNOV 4
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
+1 dates
Support Groups

Free Men’s Support Group

A free men’s support group meets from 6-7:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of every month at Playmakers Sports Bar & Grill, 4327 S. Settler Drive, Suite 100, Ridgefield.

SATNOV 14
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
RSVP requiredSupport Groups

Traumatic brain injury in-person support group

The nonprofit TBI4Life Support Group for Survivors of Traumatic Brain Injury and their friends and family meets from 2-4 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month in Conference Room 202 of the Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Office Building. RSVP by calling 564-236-5620. For more details, visit www.tbi4life.com.

THUNOV 12
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Support GroupsKids & Family

Loss of a Child Peer Support Group

Loss of a Child Peer Support Group, hosted by NWCAVE, is a peer-led support group for families navigating the loss of a child for any reason. The group offers a safe space where people can openly share their experiences and support each other. The group meets from 6-7:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of every month and from 2-4 p.m. on the last Sunday of every month at NAMI Southwest Washington, 4201 N.E. 66th Ave., Suite 105, Vancouver. Online attendance is available. For details, call NWCAVE at 360-852-8019 or email [email protected].

TUENOV 10
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
+1 dates
Support Groups

Tuesday Family Support Group

Clark County, WAMap

NAMI hosts a Family Support Group every other Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

This Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences.

NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and have proper support.

Event is free of cost. No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed. Confidential. For more information visit namiswwa.org.

WEDNOV 4
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
+3 dates
Support Groups

HOPE Dementia Support Online Support Group

🌐Online via ZoomVirtual Event

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held virtually Wednesday afternoons via Zoom from 1 to 3 p.m.

TUENOV 10
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Support Groups

Grief Group (Virtual)

🌐Zoom OnlyVirtual Event
Come walk the journey of grief together, supported by friends across the Portland Metro area and guided by a professional grief counselor. (Zoom)
THUNOV 5
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
+3 dates
Support Groups

Take Off Pounds Sensibly

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (aka TOPS) meets from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursdays at Minnehaha Church of Christ, 3217 N.E. 54th St., Vancouver. Weigh-ins are 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and meetings are 12:30-1:30 p.m. For more information, call 360-608-8375.

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