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MONNOV 2
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Dia de los Muertos Celebration

Dia de los Muertos CelebrationMonday, November 2 | 7:00-8:00 PM‍ ‍| $5/person, tickets here‍ ‍| SELLWOOD community houseJoin us in making crafts & enjoying the loteria game!Enjoy traditional pan de muerto, warm hot chocolate, as we come together to celebrate this beautiful tradition. Everyone is welcome! We look forward to celebrating with you.Click Here to Purchase Tickets

SUNNOV 1
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
TeensWorkshopsCrafts

Watercolor Paint-Along for Tweens

Join us to paint familiar flora and fauna found here in the Pacific Northwest! Follow step-by-step instructions to paint the project of the day, then explore with watercolor on your own.

This program is intended for tweens & teens in grades 4+. No experience necessary, all supplies provided.

MONNOV 2
Hours not provided
Drop-inHolidays & SeasonalCultural HeritageArts & Media

Community Ofrenda

Community OfrendaOctober 27-November 2 | SELLWOOD community houseWe are honored to host our very first community Ofrenda at Sellwood Community House!During this time, we invite you to stop by and bring a photo of your loved ones or beloved pets to add to our community altar. Together, we will create a beautiful space of remembrance, love, and connection to honor those who have touched our lives.Bring your family and friends, share your memories, and help us make our first community Ofrenda a meaningful tribute to the people and pets we will always hold close to our hearts.Click Here to Learn More about the Meaning of Each Day

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SATNOV 7
7:00 PM
Registration requiredNightlife & SocialMusicCultural Heritage

PCDC: Portland English Country Dance Ball Weekend

Oaks Park Historic Ballroom, foot of SE Spokane St. right next to Sellwood BridgeMap
Friday November 6: The Pre-Ball dance
Open to everyone (admission not included in Ball registration)
Caller: Melissa Running (positional calling)
Musicians: Bill Tomczak, Betsy Branch, Laura Kuhlman, Mark Douglass
Sound: John Oorthuys

Saturday November 7: The Ball
Pre-registration required
Caller: Lindsey Dono (positional calling)
Musicians: Erik Weberg, George Penk, Lisa Scott
Sound: John Oorthuys

Registration and additional information at the Portland English Ball

This event was last updated on: 8/4/2026
Please doublecheck the sponsor's website or contact by phone/email if this date is very old.
TUENOV 3
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
+1 dates
Under 5BooksPlaygroupsLearning & Tech

Book Babies Playtime

Play and learning go hand in hand. While our storytimes are on break, join other families for a fun playtime (for ages birth - 1) with board books, toys, music, and all the room your baby needs to learn through play. As Mr. Rogers said, "... for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood."

WEDNOV 18
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
ReadingsTalks & Lectures

LitFoot

LitFootA new, year-long series of author readings, curated by Sellwood Community House Volunteer & Two-Time Moth GrandSLAM Champion Sarah Bunger. Readings take place from 7-9pm at Sellwood Community HouseAuthors include:September 16: Willy Vlautin & The Left and the LuckyOctober 21: Liz Prato & PurgatoireNovember 18: Emma Pattee & TiltJanuary 20: Dr. Michelle Chappel & The Power of AuthenticityFebruary 17: Kristin Jeffries & Red Wine LoverMarch 17: Olufunke Grace Bankole & The Edge of WaterApril 21: Tom Alkire & Western WatersMay 19: Ling Ling Huang & Immaculate ConceptionClick Here to RSVP!

FRINOV 13
Hours not provided
FolkIndie

Sellwood Sessions: Nate Query

Artist Line-UpNovember 13: Nate Query, Click Here for TicketsJanuary 8: Alela Diane, Click Here for TicketsFebruary 12: Jenny Conlee, Click Here for TicketsMarch 12: Anna Tivel, Click Here for TicketsApril 9: Lo Steele, Click Here for TicketsMay 14: Terry Robb, Click Here for Tickets June 11: TBD

FRINOV 6
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Wine Tastings

Friday Night Tasting: Italian Wines

Join us every Friday from 5:30–7:30 PM for a casual, guided wine tasting at the shop. Each week, we pour 4-5 selections to explore different styles, regions, or grape varietals. It’s an easy way to try something new and expand your palate without the pressure.

$10 tasting
Includes 10% off any bottle from the tasting lineup.

This Week’s Focus:
Italian Wines with Mitchell Wine Group

TUENOV 17
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Learning & TechKids (5-11)

Creature Teachers!

Explore the weird and wonderful world of animals! Join Creature Teachers and learn about the animal kingdom! After learning a few super cool facts, kids can meet our scaly, and furry friends!

This event is first come first served.

THUNOV 5
6:00 PM
+3 dates
Running & RacesClubs & MeetingsFitness

Oregon Road Runners Club / Foot Traffic: Eastside

Weekly run club / running club group run. Published recurring schedule. Check the organizer for holiday exceptions, cancellations, and participation requirements.

SUNNOV 22
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
CraftsStorytimesLanguageCultural HeritageUnder 5Clubs & MeetingsPlaygroups

Portland Cantonese Play + Learn

Portland Cantonese Play + Learnonce a month on saturdays | 10:00 am - 12:00 PM | free | SCHThe mission of Portland Cantonese Play + Learn is to connect Cantonese-speaking families by providing a nurturing environment where young children can develop strong language skills and deepen their connection to Cantonese culture. Through interactive language lessons, cultural activities, and community engagement, we empower families to celebrate and preserve their heritage while fostering bilingualism in the next generation.Join us for a once-a month gathering, complete with a language activity, storytime, crafts + open play!Dates:October 18November 22

MONNOV 2
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
+7 dates
Tech Help

Tech Help Drop-in

We can help you with technology!

Meet one-on-one with a friendly, knowledgeable Tech Helper who will help you find answers to questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.

Appointments are on a first come, first served basis.

FRINOV 13
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Wine Tastings

Friday Night Tasting: A Trip to France

Join us every Friday from 5:30–7:30 PM for a casual, guided wine tasting at the shop. Each week, we pour 4-5 selections to explore different styles, regions, or grape varietals. It’s an easy way to try something new and expand your palate without the pressure.

$10 tasting
Includes 10% off any bottle from the tasting lineup.

This Week’s Focus:
A Trip to France with Petite Monde

TUENOV 10
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
CraftsTeens

Tween Crafternoon!

Tweens and teens in grades 5 - 8, come craft with us! All materials provided

Work on the DIY craft of the week, create your own project with the library's craft materials, or bring a project from home that you've been working on - art journal, embroidery project, book bedazzling, whatever's your thing! Sew, paint, glue, make, design; the sky's your limit.

THUNOV 5
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
+1 dates
Under 5BooksPlaygroupsLearning & Tech

Tiny Tots Playtime (ages 1-2 years)

Play and learning go hand in hand. While our storytimes are on break, join other families for a fun playtime (for ages 1-2) with books, toys, music, and all the room you need to learn through play. As Mr. Rogers said, "... for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood."

THUNOV 5
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
+1 dates
Under 5BooksPlaygroupsLearning & Tech

Toddler Playtime (ages 2-3 years)

Play and learning go hand in hand. While our storytimes are on break, join other families for a fun playtime (for ages 2-3) with books, toys, music, and all the room you need to learn through play. As Mr. Rogers said, "... for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood."

THUNOV 19
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
StorytimesBooksUnder 5Learning & TechGames

Toddler Storytime

Toddlers (with a favorite adult) enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills. Attendance is limited and free tickets are available 15 minutes before storytime.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

THUNOV 19
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Under 5StorytimesBooksLanguage

Tiny Tots

One-year-olds (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, movement activities, rhymes, books and playtime. This action-packed program engages new walkers in language-based activities. Attendance is limited and free tickets are available 15 minutes before storytime.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

FRINOV 20
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Wine Tastings

Friday Night Tasting

Join us every Friday from 5:30–7:30 PM for a casual, guided wine tasting at the shop. Each week, we pour 4-5 selections to explore different styles, regions, or grape varietals. It’s an easy way to try something new and expand your palate without the pressure.

$10 tasting
Includes 10% off any bottle from the tasting lineup.

This Week’s Focus:
We are working on the details, check back soon.

TUENOV 17
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
+1 dates
Under 5StorytimesBooks

Book Babies

Babies from birth to 12 months (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes, and playtime, with bonus socialization for babies and the adults. Attendance is limited and free tickets are available 15 minutes before storytime.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

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