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SUNNOV 15

2:30 PM

💰 $10 general admission, $5 for members with code on back of membership cardCultural HeritageHistory TalksCivic & Government

How We Show Up Closing Panel

Auditorium, OJMCHE724 NW Davis Street

How We Show Up Closing Panel November 15, 2026 Admission: $10 general admission, $5 for members with code on back of membership card Location: Auditorium, OJMCHE Share × " class="share-btn"> Share on Facebook &text=How We Show Up Closing Panel" class="share-btn"> Share on Twitter Email Sunday, November 15 | 2-3:30pm What does civic participation look like? How has the Jewish community shaped Oregon throughout its history? Panelists will discuss these questions and more in a lively discussion exploring Jewish civic engagement in Oregon, from building towns and holding office to advocating for civil rights, immigrant communities, and social justice. Speakers include Ellen Eisenberg, lead advisor to the exhibition and preeminent Western Jewish scholar; Ellen Rosenblum, Oregon’s former attorney general and first woman elected to the role; Paul Solomon, criminal justice advocate and grandson of federal judge Gus J. Solomon; and Portland City Councilor Elana Pirtle-Guiney. This program is presented as part of How We Show Up: Oregon Jews in Civil Society, An America 250 Exhibition . About the Panelists Ellen Eisenberg holds the Dwight and Margaret Lear Professorship in American History at Willamette University. Her published work includes five books on American Jewish history and, particularly, the history of Jews in the American West, including National Jewish Book Award finalist The First to Cry Down Injustice? Western Jews and Japanese Removal during WWII and a two-volume history of Jews in Oregon, Embracing a Western Identity: Jewish Oregonians, 1849–1950 and The Jewish Oregon Story, 1950–2015. A former federal prosecutor and state trial and appellate judge, Ellen Rosenblum was first elected as Oregon’s 17th Attorney General in November 2012, and was reelected in November 2016. She is the first woman to serve as Oregon’s Attorney General. As Attorney General, Rosenblum has focused on standing up for the most vulnerable Oregonians. Her priorities included consumer protection and civil rights, as well as advocating for and protecting Oregon’s children, seniors, immigrants and crime victims, and those saddled with education-related debt. She currently leads Freshfields’ State Attorneys General (State AG) practice. Ellen and her husband have two children and live in Portland, Oregon. Elana Pirtle-Guiney was elected as a District 2 City Councilor in November 2024. She has spent her career standing up for working families – as a union organizer, a policy expert, an

How We Show Up Closing Panel November 15, 2026 Admission: $10 general admission, $5 for members with code on back of membership card Location: Auditorium, OJMCHE Share × " class="share-btn"> Share on Facebook &text=How We Show Up Closing Panel" class="share-btn"> Share on Twitter Email Sunday, November 15 | 2-3:30pm What does civic participation look like? How has the Jewish community shaped Oregon throughout its history? Panelists will discuss these questions and more in a lively discussion exploring Jewish civic engagement in Oregon, from building towns and holding office to advocating for civil rights, immigrant communities, and social justice. Speakers include Ellen Eisenberg, lead advisor to the exhibition and preeminent Western Jewish scholar; Ellen Rosenblum, Oregon’s former attorney general and first woman elected to the role; Paul Solomon, criminal justice advocate and grandson of federal judge Gus J. Solomon; and Portland City Councilor Elana Pirtle-Guiney. This program is presented as part of How We Show Up: Oregon Jews in Civil Society, An America 250 Exhibition . About the Panelists Ellen Eisenberg holds the Dwight and Margaret Lear Professorship in American History at Willamette University. Her published work includes five books on American Jewish history and, particularly, the history of Jews in the American West, including National Jewish Book Award finalist The First to Cry Down Injustice? Western Jews and Japanese Removal during WWII and a two-volume history of Jews in Oregon, Embracing a Western Identity: Jewish Oregonians, 1849–1950 and The Jewish Oregon Story, 1950–2015. A former federal prosecutor and state trial and appellate judge, Ellen Rosenblum was first elected as Oregon’s 17th Attorney General in November 2012, and was reelected in November 2016. She is the first woman to serve as Oregon’s Attorney General. As Attorney General, Rosenblum has focused on standing up for the most vulnerable Oregonians. Her priorities included consumer protection and civil rights, as well as advocating for and protecting Oregon’s children, seniors, immigrants and crime victims, and those saddled with education-related debt. She currently leads Freshfields’ State Attorneys General (State AG) practice. Ellen and her husband have two children and live in Portland, Oregon. Elana Pirtle-Guiney was elected as a District 2 City Councilor in November 2024. She has spent her career standing up for working families – as a union organizer, a policy expert, an

SATNOV 7

4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Arts & MediaSupport GroupsWorkshopsDining

The Lost Table

El Zócalo537 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 Día 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 Día 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 guacamole—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 — Opening Ritual & Activity
4:30–5:45 PM — Community Conversation & Offerings
5:45 PM — Dedication & Closing

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

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 Día 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 Día 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 guacamole—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 — Opening Ritual & Activity
4:30–5:45 PM — Community Conversation & Offerings
5:45 PM — Dedication & Closing

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

THUNOV 5

5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Civic & GovernmentPublic MeetingsLand Use

Wilkes Headwaters Community Gathering

Join us to give your feedback on the final design for the new park!

Thursday, November 5, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Shaver Elementary School, 3701 NE 131st Place

Kids are welcome!
Free snacks
Interpretation in Spanish and Vietnamese
Take our online survey - will be posted on the project page November 5 - 19

¡Acompáñanos para darnos su opinión sobre el diseño final del nuevo parque!

Jueves 5 de Noviembre de 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Shaver Elementary School, 3701 NE 131st Place

Los niños son bienvenidos
Bocadillos gratis
Interpretación en español y vietnames

Hãy tham gia cùng chúng tôi để đóng góp ý kiến về bản thiết kế sau cùng của Công viên mới!

Thứ Năm, ngày 5 tháng 11, 5 giờ 30 chiều - 7 giờ tối
Trường Tiểu học Shaver, 3701 NE 131st Place

Trẻ em cũng được mời!
Thức ăn nhẹ miễn phí
Có phiên dịch tiếng Tây Ban Nha và tiếng Việt

Join us to give your feedback on the final design for the new park!

Thursday, November 5, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Shaver Elementary School, 3701 NE 131st Place

Kids are welcome!
Free snacks
Interpretation in Spanish and Vietnamese
Take our online survey - will be posted on the project page November 5 - 19

¡Acompáñanos para darnos su opinión sobre el diseño final del nuevo parque!

Jueves 5 de Noviembre de 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Shaver Elementary School, 3701 NE 131st Place

Los niños son bienvenidos
Bocadillos gratis
Interpretación en español y vietnames

Hãy tham gia cùng chúng tôi để đóng góp ý kiến về bản thiết kế sau cùng của Công viên mới!

Thứ Năm, ngày 5 tháng 11, 5 giờ 30 chiều - 7 giờ tối
Trường Tiểu học Shaver, 3701 NE 131st Place

Trẻ em cũng được mời!
Thức ăn nhẹ miễn phí
Có phiên dịch tiếng Tây Ban Nha và tiếng Việt

Multi-day events

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Nakatomi Employee Directory Board

Nov 12-21 · Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave. ↗ Southeast (SE)

Multi-day events

Nakatomi Employee Directory Board

Nov 12-21 · Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave. ↗ Southeast (SE)

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 right—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.

Día de Muertos and the month of November invite you to reflect on and remember loved ones who have passed—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 simple—such as a bag of chips or fresh fruit—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 pérdida. Traigan un platillo, acerquen una silla y compartan su corazón en buena compañía. El duelo puede ser difícil de comprender y, a veces, lo que más necesitamos es comunidad, conversación y comida. Durante el encuentro, cada participante tendrá unos minutos para compartir su duelo de la manera que le resulte más natural: alguien a quien extrañamos, algo que ha cambiado, una pérdida que llevamos con nosotros, o una experiencia que sigue marcando nuestra vida. Mientras una persona comparte, el resto escucha con atención 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 Día de Muertos y el mes de noviembre nos invitan a reflexionar y recordar a nuestros seres queridos fallecidos—un tiempo para celebrar sus vidas y enfrentar la muerte no con miedo, sino con amor, memoria, relatos e incluso humor. Mario Mesquita dirigirá 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 fotografía de un ser querido, o crear una ofrenda con el nombre de su ser querido.

Bea Ogden presentará la tradición del Fantasma Hambriento y hará una ofrenda a nuestra ofrenda comunitaria, abriendo un intercambio cultural sobre cómo distintas tradiciones honran y recuerdan a los difuntos. Mario y Bea también guiarán a los participantes en la escritura de un poema comunitario, invitando a cada persona a aportar una línea 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 bienvenido—como una bolsa de papas fritas o fruta fresca—o un platillo favorito que les recuerde a un ser querido.
Su propia vajilla (plato, tazón, cubiertos y servilleta).
Una bebida para ustedes mismos, si desean algo más que agua.
Una fotografía de un ser querido para incluir en nuestro tributo comunitario (opcional).

Portland Grief House se siente honrado de continuar esta tradición, 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 española puedan reunirse, recordar y sanar juntos.

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 right—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.

Día de Muertos and the month of November invite you to reflect on and remember loved ones who have passed—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 simple—such as a bag of chips or fresh fruit—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 pérdida. Traigan un platillo, acerquen una silla y compartan su corazón en buena compañía. El duelo puede ser difícil de comprender y, a veces, lo que más necesitamos es comunidad, conversación y comida. Durante el encuentro, cada participante tendrá unos minutos para compartir su duelo de la manera que le resulte más natural: alguien a quien extrañamos, algo que ha cambiado, una pérdida que llevamos con nosotros, o una experiencia que sigue marcando nuestra vida. Mientras una persona comparte, el resto escucha con atención 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 Día de Muertos y el mes de noviembre nos invitan a reflexionar y recordar a nuestros seres queridos fallecidos—un tiempo para celebrar sus vidas y enfrentar la muerte no con miedo, sino con amor, memoria, relatos e incluso humor. Mario Mesquita dirigirá 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 fotografía de un ser querido, o crear una ofrenda con el nombre de su ser querido.

Bea Ogden presentará la tradición del Fantasma Hambriento y hará una ofrenda a nuestra ofrenda comunitaria, abriendo un intercambio cultural sobre cómo distintas tradiciones honran y recuerdan a los difuntos. Mario y Bea también guiarán a los participantes en la escritura de un poema comunitario, invitando a cada persona a aportar una línea 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 bienvenido—como una bolsa de papas fritas o fruta fresca—o un platillo favorito que les recuerde a un ser querido.
Su propia vajilla (plato, tazón, cubiertos y servilleta).
Una bebida para ustedes mismos, si desean algo más que agua.
Una fotografía de un ser querido para incluir en nuestro tributo comunitario (opcional).

Portland Grief House se siente honrado de continuar esta tradición, 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 española puedan reunirse, recordar y sanar juntos.

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TUENOV 3

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Civic & Government

Student Voter Engagement Hub

Dengerink Administration Building, (VDEN), galleryMap

Voter registration material and ballots will be provided.

This is a non-partisan event.

Volunteers from Clark County Elections office will be on hand to answer questions.

THUNOV 5

6:00 PM

Talks & LecturesCivic & Government

2026 Election Debrief: What Does It Mean for Oregon Public Lands?

« Back to All Events 2026 Election Debrief: What Does It Mean for Oregon Public Lands?November 5, 20266:00 pmRegister The 2026 midterm election is days away and its results could have huge impacts on our public lands. On Thursday, Nov 5th, join the Oregon Wild team for our download of what the election could mean for our wildlife and public lands. Will we continue to see the unprecedented and, in some cases, blatantly illegal attacks on our wildlife and public lands from the Trump administration? Or will there be a different Congress that is willing to stand up for the public interest and hold the administration accountable? Will there be an opportunity to pass legislation like the River Democracy Act or Roadless Area Conservation Act that would protect public lands? Or will we continue to play defense, fighting off bad policy proposals that seek to eviscerate our bedrock environmental laws and sell off our natural heritage? How will the election impact state public lands like the Tillamook State Forest, or wildlife policy in Oregon? We’ll be exploring these questions and much more with our incredible Oregon Wild policy team. We hope you can join us! We will be raffling off a copy

« Back to All Events 2026 Election Debrief: What Does It Mean for Oregon Public Lands?November 5, 20266:00 pmRegister The 2026 midterm election is days away and its results could have huge impacts on our public lands. On Thursday, Nov 5th, join the Oregon Wild team for our download of what the election could mean for our wildlife and public lands. Will we continue to see the unprecedented and, in some cases, blatantly illegal attacks on our wildlife and public lands from the Trump administration? Or will there be a different Congress that is willing to stand up for the public interest and hold the administration accountable? Will there be an opportunity to pass legislation like the River Democracy Act or Roadless Area Conservation Act that would protect public lands? Or will we continue to play defense, fighting off bad policy proposals that seek to eviscerate our bedrock environmental laws and sell off our natural heritage? How will the election impact state public lands like the Tillamook State Forest, or wildlife policy in Oregon? We’ll be exploring these questions and much more with our incredible Oregon Wild policy team. We hope you can join us! We will be raffling off a copy

WEDNOV 4

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Civic & GovernmentTown HallsTalks & Lectures

Rental Ripoff Town Hall events: District 2 with Sameer Kanal

Portland, ORMap

Public event for renters to discuss housing conditions, affordability, landlord accountability, and what needs to change to better protect Portlanders in their homes. Location details for each event to be announced soon.

District 2: Wednesday, November 4 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Sameer Kanal at UO Portland, 2nd Floor Event Room, 2800 NE Liberty St.

District 1: Friday, November 6 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Council President Dunphy and Councilor Candace Avalos at Parkrose Middle School, Cafeteria/Commons, 11800 NE Shaver St.

District 4: Tuesday, November 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Mitch Green at Portland Building Room 108, 1120 SW 5th Ave.

District 3: Friday, November 13 from 6-8 p.m. with Councilors Tiffany Koyama Lane and Angelita Morillo at Rose City Park United Methodist Church, 5830 NE Alameda St. Suite 205

Public event for renters to discuss housing conditions, affordability, landlord accountability, and what needs to change to better protect Portlanders in their homes. Location details for each event to be announced soon.

District 2: Wednesday, November 4 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Sameer Kanal at UO Portland, 2nd Floor Event Room, 2800 NE Liberty St.

District 1: Friday, November 6 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Council President Dunphy and Councilor Candace Avalos at Parkrose Middle School, Cafeteria/Commons, 11800 NE Shaver St.

District 4: Tuesday, November 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Mitch Green at Portland Building Room 108, 1120 SW 5th Ave.

District 3: Friday, November 13 from 6-8 p.m. with Councilors Tiffany Koyama Lane and Angelita Morillo at Rose City Park United Methodist Church, 5830 NE Alameda St. Suite 205

SATNOV 7

12:30 PM – 3:30 PM

💰 $10 per participantRegistration requiredWorkshopsCraftsMuseumsTeensCivic & Government

How We Show Up: A Zine-Making Workshop for Civic Action

OJMCHE724 NW Davis Street

How We Show Up: A Zine-Making Workshop for Civic Action November 7, 2026 Admission: $10 per participant Share × " class="share-btn"> Share on Facebook &text=How We Show Up: A Zine-Making Workshop for Civic Action" class="share-btn"> Share on Twitter Email Saturday, November 7 | 12:30-3:30pm Inspired by OJMCHE’s How We Show Up exhibition, this hands-on workshop invites high school and college students to make zines as a way to show up and create change in our community. Zines are a small but mighty form of self-publishing: Anyone can make, print, and share them to amplify ideas and inspire change. We’ll provide everything you need to get started, including creative supplies, templates, paper, pens, and a traveling zine library for inspiration. Every participant will make and take home a zine—no previous experience required. Just bring an interest in civic engagement and enthusiasm for creating something new. This program is intended for teens through college level participants. Registration is required due to limited space and closes on Thursday, November 5. The workshop will be facilitated by designer, artist and zine enthusiast Kelsey Snook . Kelsey has worked with local non-profit OK YOU to develop a not-so-secret zine society and spent more than 15 years creating participatory environments that bring people together. Tickets The numbers below include tickets for this event already in your cart. Clicking "Get Tickets" will allow you to edit any existing attendee information as well as change ticket quantities. How We Show Up: A Zine-Making Workshop for Teens | Saturday, November 7 | 12:30-3:30pm $ 10.00 20 available Decrease ticket quantity for How We Show Up: A Zine-Making Workshop for Teens | Saturday, November 7 | 12:30-3:30pm - Quantity Increase ticket quantity for How We Show Up: A Zine-Making Workshop for Teens | Saturday, November 7 | 12:30-3:30pm + Quantity: 0 Total: $ 0.00 Get Tickets back

How We Show Up: A Zine-Making Workshop for Civic Action November 7, 2026 Admission: $10 per participant Share × " class="share-btn"> Share on Facebook &text=How We Show Up: A Zine-Making Workshop for Civic Action" class="share-btn"> Share on Twitter Email Saturday, November 7 | 12:30-3:30pm Inspired by OJMCHE’s How We Show Up exhibition, this hands-on workshop invites high school and college students to make zines as a way to show up and create change in our community. Zines are a small but mighty form of self-publishing: Anyone can make, print, and share them to amplify ideas and inspire change. We’ll provide everything you need to get started, including creative supplies, templates, paper, pens, and a traveling zine library for inspiration. Every participant will make and take home a zine—no previous experience required. Just bring an interest in civic engagement and enthusiasm for creating something new. This program is intended for teens through college level participants. Registration is required due to limited space and closes on Thursday, November 5. The workshop will be facilitated by designer, artist and zine enthusiast Kelsey Snook . Kelsey has worked with local non-profit OK YOU to develop a not-so-secret zine society and spent more than 15 years creating participatory environments that bring people together. Tickets The numbers below include tickets for this event already in your cart. Clicking "Get Tickets" will allow you to edit any existing attendee information as well as change ticket quantities. How We Show Up: A Zine-Making Workshop for Teens | Saturday, November 7 | 12:30-3:30pm $ 10.00 20 available Decrease ticket quantity for How We Show Up: A Zine-Making Workshop for Teens | Saturday, November 7 | 12:30-3:30pm - Quantity Increase ticket quantity for How We Show Up: A Zine-Making Workshop for Teens | Saturday, November 7 | 12:30-3:30pm + Quantity: 0 Total: $ 0.00 Get Tickets back

TUENOV 3

12:05 AM – 8:00 PM

Civic & Government

Election Day!

Portland Community College12000 SW 49th Ave

Today is Election Day! If you are voting in today’s election and have not yet turned in your ballot, then you need to do so before 8:00pm tonight.
There are multiple ways that you can submit your ballot listed below:
Bringing your ballot to an Oregon Elections official drop box location before 8:00PM tonight. This is the best way to turn in your ballot today. You can the drop box nearest you by visiting https://sos.oregon.gov/elections/pages/drop-box-locator.aspx
You can also still mail your ballot as well. However, please note that ballots picked up from residential or USPS drop boxes may not be processed that same day. When voting by mail, your ballot needs to be postmarked with today’s date. The easiest way to do this is by bringing it to your local post office, going inside and specifically requesting the postmark.
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Event Details: https://hub.pcc.edu/rsvp?id=383812

Today is Election Day! If you are voting in today’s election and have not yet turned in your ballot, then you need to do so before 8:00pm tonight.
There are multiple ways that you can submit your ballot listed below:
Bringing your ballot to an Oregon Elections official drop box location before 8:00PM tonight. This is the best way to turn in your ballot today. You can the drop box nearest you by visiting https://sos.oregon.gov/elections/pages/drop-box-locator.aspx
You can also still mail your ballot as well. However, please note that ballots picked up from residential or USPS drop boxes may not be processed that same day. When voting by mail, your ballot needs to be postmarked with today’s date. The easiest way to do this is by bringing it to your local post office, going inside and specifically requesting the postmark.
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Event Details: https://hub.pcc.edu/rsvp?id=383812

WEDNOV 4

2:30 AM – 6:30 AM

PartiesGamesCivic & Government

Unity Bowl 2026: Celebrate Election Night with North Star Civic Foundation

Join Better Portland at a party hosted by the North Star Civic Foundation’s Bull Run Center ! Better Portland, you are invited. It’s free. Unity Bowl 2026 will celebrate democracy with lighthearted games and an election returns watch party. Win...

MONNOV 2

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Support Groups

Veterans Support Group

NAMI Southwest Washington4201 N.E. 66th Ave., Suite 105

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.

🎟️ Tickets ↗

SUNNOV 1

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

VolunteeringCivic & GovernmentActivism & Rallies

Political Prisoner Letter Writing

Always Here BookstoreMap

We're hosting the Portland Anarchist Black Cross for a regular prisoner letter writing event!

Writing letters to political prisoners is a gesture of solidarity to break the social isolation of imprisonment, and to show those trapped in the carceral system that there are people on the outside who support and value them. Prison is a lonely place, but for a brief moment, an incarcerated person can live life outside of prison - even if it's just as long as your letter.

No experience required, just a little of your time to write about whatever comes to your mind.

We'll be hosting this event every first Sunday from 3p to 5p!

‼️As always, events are sober, sensory-friendly, and masks are required. Find our full accessibility statement on our site

✅ Testing highly encouraged prior attending! (You can pick up a test from us for free)

We're hosting the Portland Anarchist Black Cross for a regular prisoner letter writing event!

Writing letters to political prisoners is a gesture of solidarity to break the social isolation of imprisonment, and to show those trapped in the carceral system that there are people on the outside who support and value them. Prison is a lonely place, but for a brief moment, an incarcerated person can live life outside of prison - even if it's just as long as your letter.

No experience required, just a little of your time to write about whatever comes to your mind.

We'll be hosting this event every first Sunday from 3p to 5p!

‼️As always, events are sober, sensory-friendly, and masks are required. Find our full accessibility statement on our site

✅ Testing highly encouraged prior attending! (You can pick up a test from us for free)

MONNOV 2

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

TeensClubs & MeetingsVolunteeringCivic & GovernmentYouth Programs

Teen Council

Cascade Park Community Library600 NE 136th Ave

Are you a teen? Do you have ideas for the library? Then come boss us around! We need your help to make sure the stuff we're doing at the library is stuff you actually want. Earn volunteer hours, eat snacks and meet other teens.

For ages 13–19

SATNOV 7

10:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Registration requiredLearning & TechCivic & GovernmentPublic Meetings

Future 50 community vision tables

Oregon Metro600 NE Grand Ave, Portland, OR 97232

What do you want to see in your community in 50 years? What are your dreams for the future?

As part of the Future 50 project, Metro is holding conversations with communities to develop aspirations for 2077 that will guide the direction of our region. We want to hear from you!

Join a community visioning table this fall to share your hopes for the future.

Connect with other community members to help create regional aspirations for the future.
Learn about Metro’s Future 50 project and what other community members and regional leaders are saying.
Learn about the shared regional values that will guide the development of the vision.

Registration is required. Bring your ideas, perspective and creativity. Refreshments are provided. These events are open to members of the public who live, work, go to school or spend time in the greater Portland region—including urban and rural Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington counties.

What do you want to see in your community in 50 years? What are your dreams for the future?

As part of the Future 50 project, Metro is holding conversations with communities to develop aspirations for 2077 that will guide the direction of our region. We want to hear from you!

Join a community visioning table this fall to share your hopes for the future.

Connect with other community members to help create regional aspirations for the future.
Learn about Metro’s Future 50 project and what other community members and regional leaders are saying.
Learn about the shared regional values that will guide the development of the vision.

Registration is required. Bring your ideas, perspective and creativity. Refreshments are provided. These events are open to members of the public who live, work, go to school or spend time in the greater Portland region—including urban and rural Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington counties.

SUNNOV 1

2:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Civic & Government

Public Board Game Group

W15 (Warehouse) - Gongaii Games; W16 (Warehouse) - Gongaii Games4850 SW Scholls Ferry Rd

Public Board Game Group

SATNOV 7

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Support Groups

Adult Death Cafe

Cascade Park Community Library600 NE 136th Ave

Join us for a Death Café—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.

WEDNOV 4

7:30 AM

Civic & GovernmentPublic MeetingsTalks & Lectures

Council Chat at Rosauers Cafe

Rosauers Cafe, 101 S 47th AveMap

Councilmembers Lee Wells and Clyde Burkle host the final Council Chat of the fall, with complimentary pastries. The early-bird option for anyone who would rather talk local government before work than on a weekend.

WEDNOV 18

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Registration requiredVolunteeringCivic & GovernmentNeighborhoodsParks & Nature

Marshall Park Stewardship Event

Project details

Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Marshall Park Neighborhood Association to remove noxious weeds in Marshall Park. The main stem of Tryon Creek flows through the park and supports a healthy population of coastal cutthroat trout. Removing invasively growing species, encourages regeneration of native species, enhances wildlife habitat and prevents erosion and water runoff. This is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature.

Please bring your own water bottle, wear closed toe shoes, and dress for the weather. Instructions, tools, and gloves will be provided. For the safety of staff and other volunteers, please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Registration is required

LocationParking and public transit

Meet near the playground. Parking can be found near 9200 SW 12th by the dead-end/turnaround.

#12 drops off at SW Barbur & Capitol Hill, 25-minute walk to the meeting location. #43 drops off at SW Taylors Ferry & 11th, 15-minute walk to the trailhead. #35 drops off at SW Terwilliger & Taylors Ferry, 20-minute walk to the trailhead. More information can be found at Trimet.org.

Meeting location

Meet at the end of SW 12th Dr. The closest address is 9200 SW 12th Dr. Portland, OR 97219.

Marshall Park SW 12th Dr. meeting location

Children are welcome

Any child under 14 years of age needs to be accompanied by an attentive adult.

Accessibility

This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site.

Helpful information for participants

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Here are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

In order to ensure your comfort and safety, please remember to dress for the weather, wear close-toed shoes, bring a water bottle, and be ready to get dirty!
Registration is required for all stewardship events, unless otherwise noted.
Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness.
All tools, gloves and training to do the task is provided.
While groups are welcome to join many of our regularly scheduled stewardship events, please contact the event coordinator listed in the description before arriving with a large group. This will ensure that there are enough gloves and tools for everyone to work. We are also available to schedule special service events at your group's convenience during the week or on weekends. Learn more about programs for groups.

Service HoursCourt-ordered community service

If you are looking for community service to fulfill court requirements, please call 503-823-5121. You must be registered with our program before undertaking any community service.

Other Community Service Hours

To verify participation for school or other service hour requirements, please bring your own method of tracking and check in with the Stewardship Coordinator or event leader during the event to get a signature or other verification. Please follow registration guidelines for the event you would like to participate in for service.

Questions?

Contact Monica Walker at [email protected] or 503-823-8367.

Project details

Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Marshall Park Neighborhood Association to remove noxious weeds in Marshall Park. The main stem of Tryon Creek flows through the park and supports a healthy population of coastal cutthroat trout. Removing invasively growing species, encourages regeneration of native species, enhances wildlife habitat and prevents erosion and water runoff. This is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature.

Please bring your own water bottle, wear closed toe shoes, and dress for the weather. Instructions, tools, and gloves will be provided. For the safety of staff and other volunteers, please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Registration is required

LocationParking and public transit

Meet near the playground. Parking can be found near 9200 SW 12th by the dead-end/turnaround.

#12 drops off at SW Barbur & Capitol Hill, 25-minute walk to the meeting location. #43 drops off at SW Taylors Ferry & 11th, 15-minute walk to the trailhead. #35 drops off at SW Terwilliger & Taylors Ferry, 20-minute walk to the trailhead. More information can be found at Trimet.org.

Meeting location

Meet at the end of SW 12th Dr. The closest address is 9200 SW 12th Dr. Portland, OR 97219.

Marshall Park SW 12th Dr. meeting location

Children are welcome

Any child under 14 years of age needs to be accompanied by an attentive adult.

Accessibility

This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site.

Helpful information for participants

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Here are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

In order to ensure your comfort and safety, please remember to dress for the weather, wear close-toed shoes, bring a water bottle, and be ready to get dirty!
Registration is required for all stewardship events, unless otherwise noted.
Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness.
All tools, gloves and training to do the task is provided.
While groups are welcome to join many of our regularly scheduled stewardship events, please contact the event coordinator listed in the description before arriving with a large group. This will ensure that there are enough gloves and tools for everyone to work. We are also available to schedule special service events at your group's convenience during the week or on weekends. Learn more about programs for groups.

Service HoursCourt-ordered community service

If you are looking for community service to fulfill court requirements, please call 503-823-5121. You must be registered with our program before undertaking any community service.

Other Community Service Hours

To verify participation for school or other service hour requirements, please bring your own method of tracking and check in with the Stewardship Coordinator or event leader during the event to get a signature or other verification. Please follow registration guidelines for the event you would like to participate in for service.

Questions?

Contact Monica Walker at [email protected] or 503-823-8367.

SATNOV 7

9:45 AM – 4:00 PM

Civic & GovernmentTalks & Lectures

Activate Portland Community Summit

Taborspace5441 SE Belmont St

Activate Portland brings together people, organizations, and community builders working toward a more connected, resilient, and livable city. Through conversation, collaboration, and shared ideas, we’ll explore how to turn local knowledge and collective resources into meaningful action. Meet people doing the work, find collaborators, and discover ways to strengthen our communities and care for one another. Join us November 7 at Taborspace to build relationships, share skills, and put ideas into practice.

portlandplacemaking.org/activate-portland-summit

Activate Portland brings together people, organizations, and community builders working toward a more connected, resilient, and livable city. Through conversation, collaboration, and shared ideas, we’ll explore how to turn local knowledge and collective resources into meaningful action. Meet people doing the work, find collaborators, and discover ways to strengthen our communities and care for one another. Join us November 7 at Taborspace to build relationships, share skills, and put ideas into practice.

portlandplacemaking.org/activate-portland-summit

MONNOV 9

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Drop-inCivic & GovernmentNeighborhoodsPublic Meetings

District 4: 2045 Transportation System Plan Open House

Portland, ORMap

The Portland 2045 Transportation System Plan (TSP) is entering an important phase. We're now looking at roughly 275 potential transportation projects and working to determine which investments should be prioritized over the next 20 years.

This fall, we're asking Portlanders to review the projects and share which ones they think are most important. Feedback will help shape which projects are included in the financially constrained list, as well as those identified as important needs beyond available funding.

Open Houses are drop-in events, so come anytime between 5 and 7 p.m. You do not need to stay for the full two hours.

Location:

Multnomah Arts Center (Auditorium): 7688 SW Capitol Hwy

Open houses are occurring in all city council districts

View all open house opportunities

Can't make it in person?

An online open house and survey will be available October 19 to December 7. This survey gives you an opportunity to share your high-level priorities for Portland's transportation system and, if you'd like, provide more detailed feedback on which projects you think should be prioritized. Please note: If you plan to review the project lists and provide detailed feedback, we recommend using a computer or printing the project lists for the best user experience.

Participate in the online open house & survey

The Portland 2045 Transportation System Plan (TSP) is entering an important phase. We're now looking at roughly 275 potential transportation projects and working to determine which investments should be prioritized over the next 20 years.

This fall, we're asking Portlanders to review the projects and share which ones they think are most important. Feedback will help shape which projects are included in the financially constrained list, as well as those identified as important needs beyond available funding.

Open Houses are drop-in events, so come anytime between 5 and 7 p.m. You do not need to stay for the full two hours.

Location:

Multnomah Arts Center (Auditorium): 7688 SW Capitol Hwy

Open houses are occurring in all city council districts

View all open house opportunities

Can't make it in person?

An online open house and survey will be available October 19 to December 7. This survey gives you an opportunity to share your high-level priorities for Portland's transportation system and, if you'd like, provide more detailed feedback on which projects you think should be prioritized. Please note: If you plan to review the project lists and provide detailed feedback, we recommend using a computer or printing the project lists for the best user experience.

Participate in the online open house & survey

TUENOV 3

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

55+ / SeniorsSupport GroupsTalks & Lectures

Aging Solo In Clark County WA

40 ET 8 BoxCar Room2809 NE 78th St, Vancouver, WA 98665

Villages Clark County has created an “AGING 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 life—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

Villages Clark County has created an “AGING 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 life—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

WEDNOV 4

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

+2 dates

Registration requiredToursCivic & Government

Library Building Tour

Lake Oswego Public Library706 4th St

The City of Lake Oswego is engaged in a long-range planning process to identify and evaluate options for a future library that can meet our community’s needs. The existing library facility is facing significant and worsening seismic, water intrusion, building system, and accessibility deficiencies. These conditions impact the ability to provide safe, reliable, and equitable services. As part of this process, we invite you to tour the existing library and see the conditions and challenges that are shaping the conversation.

Please register for the tour.

The City of Lake Oswego is engaged in a long-range planning process to identify and evaluate options for a future library that can meet our community’s needs. The existing library facility is facing significant and worsening seismic, water intrusion, building system, and accessibility deficiencies. These conditions impact the ability to provide safe, reliable, and equitable services. As part of this process, we invite you to tour the existing library and see the conditions and challenges that are shaping the conversation.

Please register for the tour.

FRINOV 6

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Civic & GovernmentTown HallsTalks & Lectures

Rental Ripoff Town Hall events: District 1 with Candace Avalos and Jamie Dunphy

Portland, ORMap

Public event for renters to discuss housing conditions, affordability, landlord accountability, and what needs to change to better protect Portlanders in their homes. Location details for each event to be announced soon.

District 2: Wednesday, November 4 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Sameer Kanal at UO Portland, 2nd Floor Event Room, 2800 NE Liberty St.

District 1: Friday, November 6 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Council President Dunphy and Councilor Candace Avalos at Parkrose Middle School, Cafeteria/Commons, 11800 NE Shaver St.

District 4: Tuesday, November 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Mitch Green at Portland Building Room 108, 1120 SW 5th Ave.

District 3: Friday, November 13 from 6-8 p.m. with Councilors Tiffany Koyama Lane and Angelita Morillo at Rose City Park United Methodist Church, 5830 NE Alameda St. Suite 205

Public event for renters to discuss housing conditions, affordability, landlord accountability, and what needs to change to better protect Portlanders in their homes. Location details for each event to be announced soon.

District 2: Wednesday, November 4 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Sameer Kanal at UO Portland, 2nd Floor Event Room, 2800 NE Liberty St.

District 1: Friday, November 6 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Council President Dunphy and Councilor Candace Avalos at Parkrose Middle School, Cafeteria/Commons, 11800 NE Shaver St.

District 4: Tuesday, November 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Mitch Green at Portland Building Room 108, 1120 SW 5th Ave.

District 3: Friday, November 13 from 6-8 p.m. with Councilors Tiffany Koyama Lane and Angelita Morillo at Rose City Park United Methodist Church, 5830 NE Alameda St. Suite 205

TUENOV 17

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Talks & LecturesDiningCivic & Government

Business and Leaders Luncheon 2026 - What to expect in the short legislative session

Persimmon Country Club 500 SE Butler Rd Gresham, OR 97080Map

The Chamber's mission is to Advocate, Educate, and Collaborate with our local organizations for the vitality and prosperity of the region. Our Business and Leaders Luncheons are among the ways we fulfill that mission, and we invite you to join us for the monthly opportunity to network, learn, and grow over a delicious, locally prepared lunch. This month's guest presenter is JL Wilson, OSCC lobbyist and owner of Public Affairs Council. JL will be discussing what to expect for the short legislative session. J.L. WILSON – Principal, Public Affairs Counsel J.L. Wilson comes with a 25-year history in public affairs and lobbying as past Executive Director of NFIB/Oregon and past Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at Associated Oregon Industries. Wilson has been a full-time lobbyist representing primarily business interests since 2000. Prior to that, he served as Legislative Director for two Speakers of the Oregon House.

The Chamber's mission is to Advocate, Educate, and Collaborate with our local organizations for the vitality and prosperity of the region. Our Business and Leaders Luncheons are among the ways we fulfill that mission, and we invite you to join us for the monthly opportunity to network, learn, and grow over a delicious, locally prepared lunch. This month's guest presenter is JL Wilson, OSCC lobbyist and owner of Public Affairs Council. JL will be discussing what to expect for the short legislative session. J.L. WILSON – Principal, Public Affairs Counsel J.L. Wilson comes with a 25-year history in public affairs and lobbying as past Executive Director of NFIB/Oregon and past Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at Associated Oregon Industries. Wilson has been a full-time lobbyist representing primarily business interests since 2000. Prior to that, he served as Legislative Director for two Speakers of the Oregon House.

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TUENOV 3

2:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Civic & Government

Help us improve Multnomah County Websites!

East County LibraryMap

Comedy: Help us improve Multnomah County Websites! at East County Library. Free.

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THUNOV 5

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Support Groups

4D Recovery at Midland Library

Midland Library805 SE 122nd Avenue

Offering recovery services for ages 14-35:

Peer Mentoring
Treatment
Housing
Mental Health
Family Support

TUENOV 3

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Civic & GovernmentPublic Meetings

Metro Council work session

🌐OnlineVirtual Event

Agendas, minutes, legislation, videos and audio recordings are available online.

Metro Council work sessions are meetings where staff and guests present information to Council and hear their discussion and direction. Council does not adopt new legislation or take action on items at work sessions.

Work sessions are open to the public to observe; there is no opportunity for members of the public to give their comments during these meetings. Work sessions typically occur every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. unless otherwise stated. Check out the Council calendar for work session dates, agenda topics, and connection information.

If you are unable to attend a meeting live, audio and video recordings are available online within a week of each meeting.

Agendas, minutes, legislation, videos and audio recordings are available online.

Metro Council work sessions are meetings where staff and guests present information to Council and hear their discussion and direction. Council does not adopt new legislation or take action on items at work sessions.

Work sessions are open to the public to observe; there is no opportunity for members of the public to give their comments during these meetings. Work sessions typically occur every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. unless otherwise stated. Check out the Council calendar for work session dates, agenda topics, and connection information.

If you are unable to attend a meeting live, audio and video recordings are available online within a week of each meeting.

THUNOV 12

6:00 PM

DiningCivic & Government

Post-Election Dinner & Dialogue

Forest GroveMap

Join us on Thursday, November 12, 6-8pm, in the MPR in Washburne University Center (on the Pacific University campus in Forest Grove) for a shared meal and facilitated dialogue about our post-election hopes, fears, and concerns.

FRINOV 6

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Registration requiredCivic & GovernmentClubs & MeetingsLearning & TechSocial Mixers

Child Care for Oregon Happy Hour

Brooklyn Carreta Bar & CartsMap

Join the Child Care for Oregon Coalition for a happy hour event to learn more about who the coalition is, our northstar, and how you can get involved in the movement for child care for all! Meet with our committee members, parents, and providers over light bites and drinks and discover advocacy opportunities that best match your interests and experiences. Register to join here!

FRINOV 13

1:00 PM – 3:30 PM

💰 $10FilmSupport Groups

HOPE Dementia Support: Meet Me at the Movies

Kiggins Theatre1011 Main Street

HOPE Dementia Support presents “Meet 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.

🎟️ Tickets ↗

SUNNOV 15

2:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Civic & Government

Public Board Game Group

G6 (Garage) - Gongaii Games; G8 (Garage) - Gongaii Games4850 SW Scholls Ferry Rd

Public Board Game Group

THUNOV 5

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

Under 5Support GroupsLearning & Tech

Infant and Toddler Feeding Support

Ridgefield Community Library210 N Main Ave

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.

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.

THUNOV 12

5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Civic & GovernmentTown HallsTalks & Lectures

Mayor Buck’s Community Roundtable - Welcoming Our New City Manager

Oswego Hall at LORAC17525 Stafford Road

The Mayor’s Roundtable is a quarterly community forum designed to connect our community directly with the Mayor, Council members, and City leadership to discuss top City goals, share ideas, and address local priorities.

Please join us for a special community gathering co-hosted by the City of Lake Oswego and the African American Women of Lake Oswego and Surrounding Areas on Thursday, November 12, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM in Oswego Hall at LORAC. This event will feature a warm welcome for our new City Manager, an opportunity to connect with the City Council, and a chance to learn about upcoming initiatives.

We look forward to seeing you there!

The Mayor’s Roundtable is a quarterly community forum designed to connect our community directly with the Mayor, Council members, and City leadership to discuss top City goals, share ideas, and address local priorities.

Please join us for a special community gathering co-hosted by the City of Lake Oswego and the African American Women of Lake Oswego and Surrounding Areas on Thursday, November 12, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM in Oswego Hall at LORAC. This event will feature a warm welcome for our new City Manager, an opportunity to connect with the City Council, and a chance to learn about upcoming initiatives.

We look forward to seeing you there!

SUNNOV 15

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Clubs & MeetingsCivic & Government

Clackamas County Braver Angels

Ledding LibraryMap

Braver Angeles is a national movement staffed by volunteers at the local level. The driving mission of this movement is to bring people together to bridge the partisan divide while strengthening our democratic republic. It envisions an America with respectful embrace of political disagreements, where civic friendship flourishes, and competing perspectives strengthen us.

Conversations in these gatherings value respect, humility, honesty, and responsibility. The goal is not to change people’s views of issues, but to change their views of each other. Volunteers hope these conversations help to overcome the various division (rural/urban, liberal/ conservative, red/blue) in Clackamas County to build stronger community.

Hosted by: Clackamas County Braver Angels members. For more information, contact Michael Balter, Ambassador, [email protected]

Braver Angeles is a national movement staffed by volunteers at the local level. The driving mission of this movement is to bring people together to bridge the partisan divide while strengthening our democratic republic. It envisions an America with respectful embrace of political disagreements, where civic friendship flourishes, and competing perspectives strengthen us.

Conversations in these gatherings value respect, humility, honesty, and responsibility. The goal is not to change people’s views of issues, but to change their views of each other. Volunteers hope these conversations help to overcome the various division (rural/urban, liberal/ conservative, red/blue) in Clackamas County to build stronger community.

Hosted by: Clackamas County Braver Angels members. For more information, contact Michael Balter, Ambassador, [email protected]

SATNOV 21

10:00 AM

Drop-inCivic & GovernmentLand UsePublic Meetings

Open House: East Vancouver Community Park Review

Vancouver Innovation Center 18110 SE 34th St Vancouver , WA 9868314-acres and located next to the northeast corner of the Vancouver Innovation Center, near 192nd Ave. and 20th St. Join us for an open house to provide feedback on the proposed design before it is… Learn More

The City of Vancouver is building a new community park in east Vancouver, and we want your help designing it. The new park will be 14-acres and located next to the northeast corner of the Vancouver Innovation Center, near 192nd Ave. and 20th St. Join us for an open house to provide feedback on the proposed design before it is…

MONNOV 2

6:30 PM

Civic & Government

Development Review Commission

Lake OswegoMap

THUNOV 5

7:00 PM

Support Groups

BroadCast Peer Support Discussion

Sanctuary ClubMap

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MONNOV 2

5:30 PM – 7:35 PM

Civic & GovernmentPublic Meetings

Community Utility Advisory Committee

Community Room 10501 SE Main St Milwaukie OR 97222Map

Agenda

Packet

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TUENOV 3

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

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LGBTQ+Clubs & MeetingsSupport GroupsYouth ProgramsBooksCraftsTeens

Queer Youth Club

Albina Library205 NE Russell St

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.

FRINOV 6

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Civic & GovernmentPublic Meetings

Transportation Policy Alternatives Committee meeting

🌐OnlineVirtual Event

The Transportation Policy Alternatives Committee provides technical input to the Joint Policy Advisory Committee on Transportation for transportation planning and funding priorities for the region. TPAC meetings are held on the first Friday of the month unless otherwise notified.

TPAC reviews regional plans and federally funded transportation projects, and advises area leaders on transportation investment priorities and policies related to transportation. Such efforts include curbing greenhouse gas emissions and creating communities with easy access to public transit. The committee also helps identify needs and opportunities for involving the public in transportation matters.

The Transportation Policy Alternatives Committee provides technical input to the Joint Policy Advisory Committee on Transportation for transportation planning and funding priorities for the region. TPAC meetings are held on the first Friday of the month unless otherwise notified.

TPAC reviews regional plans and federally funded transportation projects, and advises area leaders on transportation investment priorities and policies related to transportation. Such efforts include curbing greenhouse gas emissions and creating communities with easy access to public transit. The committee also helps identify needs and opportunities for involving the public in transportation matters.

TUENOV 10

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Civic & GovernmentTown HallsTalks & Lectures

Rental Ripoff Town Hall events: District 4 with Mitch Green

Portland, ORMap

Public event for renters to discuss housing conditions, affordability, landlord accountability, and what needs to change to better protect Portlanders in their homes. Location details for each event to be announced soon.

District 2: Wednesday, November 4 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Sameer Kanal at UO Portland, 2nd Floor Event Room, 2800 NE Liberty St.

District 1: Friday, November 6 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Council President Dunphy and Councilor Candace Avalos at Parkrose Middle School, Cafeteria/Commons, 11800 NE Shaver St.

District 4: Tuesday, November 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Mitch Green at Portland Building Room 108, 1120 SW 5th Ave.

District 3: Friday, November 13 from 6-8 p.m. with Councilors Tiffany Koyama Lane and Angelita Morillo at Rose City Park United Methodist Church, 5830 NE Alameda St. Suite 205

Public event for renters to discuss housing conditions, affordability, landlord accountability, and what needs to change to better protect Portlanders in their homes. Location details for each event to be announced soon.

District 2: Wednesday, November 4 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Sameer Kanal at UO Portland, 2nd Floor Event Room, 2800 NE Liberty St.

District 1: Friday, November 6 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Council President Dunphy and Councilor Candace Avalos at Parkrose Middle School, Cafeteria/Commons, 11800 NE Shaver St.

District 4: Tuesday, November 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Mitch Green at Portland Building Room 108, 1120 SW 5th Ave.

District 3: Friday, November 13 from 6-8 p.m. with Councilors Tiffany Koyama Lane and Angelita Morillo at Rose City Park United Methodist Church, 5830 NE Alameda St. Suite 205

THUNOV 5

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Civic & GovernmentNeighborhoods

Community Conversations with Councilor Dan Ryan

Portland, ORMap

You’re invited: Join District 2 Councilor Ryan in Hayden Island for a 15-minute, one-on-one conversation about the issue(s) that matter most to you.

FRINOV 6

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Support Groups

Memory Cafe at Prairie Tavern

Prairie Tavern14925 NE Caples Rd

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.

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WEDNOV 4

8:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Civic & GovernmentPublic Meetings

Metropolitan Exposition Recreation Commission meeting

🌐OnlineVirtual Event

The Metropolitan Exposition Recreation Commission serves as a catalyst for culture, community and economic vitality for Oregon and the greater Portland region through leadership, advocacy and expert management of public event venues.

MERC meetings are open to the public. The committee typically meets the first Wednesday of the month.

Agendas, minutes, legislation, videos and audio recordings are available online.

Public comment may be submitted in writing. It will also be heard in person and by electronic communication (video conference or telephone). Written comments should be submitted electronically by emailing [email protected]. Testimony on agenda and non-agenda items will be taken at the beginning of the meeting.

Those wishing to testify orally are encouraged to sign up in advance by either: (a) contacting Amy Nelson by phone at 503-314-2360 and providing your name and the agenda item on which you wish to testify; or (b) registering by email by sending your name and the agenda item on which you wish to testify to [email protected]. Those wishing to testify in person should fill out a card located on the table directly outside the meeting room door.

Those requesting to comment virtually during the meeting can do so by joining the online meeting using this and using the “Raise Hand” feature in Zoom or emailing [email protected]. Individuals will have three minutes to testify unless otherwise stated at the meeting.

The Metropolitan Exposition Recreation Commission serves as a catalyst for culture, community and economic vitality for Oregon and the greater Portland region through leadership, advocacy and expert management of public event venues.

MERC meetings are open to the public. The committee typically meets the first Wednesday of the month.

Agendas, minutes, legislation, videos and audio recordings are available online.

Public comment may be submitted in writing. It will also be heard in person and by electronic communication (video conference or telephone). Written comments should be submitted electronically by emailing [email protected]. Testimony on agenda and non-agenda items will be taken at the beginning of the meeting.

Those wishing to testify orally are encouraged to sign up in advance by either: (a) contacting Amy Nelson by phone at 503-314-2360 and providing your name and the agenda item on which you wish to testify; or (b) registering by email by sending your name and the agenda item on which you wish to testify to [email protected]. Those wishing to testify in person should fill out a card located on the table directly outside the meeting room door.

Those requesting to comment virtually during the meeting can do so by joining the online meeting using this and using the “Raise Hand” feature in Zoom or emailing [email protected]. Individuals will have three minutes to testify unless otherwise stated at the meeting.

TUENOV 3

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Clubs & MeetingsCivic & GovernmentLearning & Tech

BABC- Black Advisory Business Council Meeting

🌐ZOOM!Virtual Event

Mission:

The Black Advisory Business Council works to inspire, empower, and promote the economic growth and sustainability of black businesses and professionals within Washington County.

Goals:

Amplify the efforts of Black owned businesses Provide support, advocacy, awareness, and consultation Eliminate barriers to opportunities Address issues unique to black owned businesses, professionals, and their families Encourage entrepreneurship, career opportunities and career development, and community involvement in Washington County Create a safe haven for those experiencing systemic racism and acts of prejudice in business, on the job, in the community or any public place in Washington County.

Contact:
To learn more about the Black Advisory Business Council email [email protected].

Mission:

The Black Advisory Business Council works to inspire, empower, and promote the economic growth and sustainability of black businesses and professionals within Washington County.

Goals:

Amplify the efforts of Black owned businesses Provide support, advocacy, awareness, and consultation Eliminate barriers to opportunities Address issues unique to black owned businesses, professionals, and their families Encourage entrepreneurship, career opportunities and career development, and community involvement in Washington County Create a safe haven for those experiencing systemic racism and acts of prejudice in business, on the job, in the community or any public place in Washington County.

Contact:
To learn more about the Black Advisory Business Council email [email protected].

WEDNOV 11

5:30 PM

Civic & Government

Health & Public Safety Issue Committee Election Review

Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub112 SW 2nd Ave

MONNOV 9

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Civic & Government

Budget Committee

Council Chambers 10501 SE Main St1333 NW Eastman Parkway

TUENOV 3

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

55+ / SeniorsSupport GroupsClubs & MeetingsLearning & Tech

Aging Solo in Clark County

40 et 8 Bingo Parlor7607 N.E. 26th Ave.

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.

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.

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WEDNOV 4

NOV 4 11:00 PM – NOV 5 12:00 AM

Civic & GovernmentPublic Meetings

Oregon Zoo Bond Oversight Committee meeting

🌐OnlineVirtual Event

The Oregon Zoo Bond Oversight Committee is appointed by Metro Council to ensure public accountability for expenditures and implementation related to the 2024 Zoo Bond.

The committee meets quarterly and meetings are open to the public.

FRINOV 13

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Civic & GovernmentTown HallsTalks & Lectures

Rental Ripoff Town Hall events: District 3 with Angelita Morillo and Tiffany Koyama Lane

3 with Angelita Morillo and Tiffany Koyama LaneMap

Public event for renters to discuss housing conditions, affordability, landlord accountability, and what needs to change to better protect Portlanders in their homes. Location details for each event to be announced soon.

District 2: Wednesday, November 4 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Sameer Kanal

District 1: Friday, November 6 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Council President Dunphy and Councilor Candace Avalos

District 4: Tuesday, November 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Mitch Green at Portland Building Room 108, 1120 SW 5th Ave.

District 3: Friday, November 13 from 6-8 p.m. with Councilors Tiffany Koyama Lane and Angelita Morillo

Public event for renters to discuss housing conditions, affordability, landlord accountability, and what needs to change to better protect Portlanders in their homes. Location details for each event to be announced soon.

District 2: Wednesday, November 4 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Sameer Kanal

District 1: Friday, November 6 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Council President Dunphy and Councilor Candace Avalos

District 4: Tuesday, November 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. with Councilor Mitch Green at Portland Building Room 108, 1120 SW 5th Ave.

District 3: Friday, November 13 from 6-8 p.m. with Councilors Tiffany Koyama Lane and Angelita Morillo