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SATNOV 7
2:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Cultural HeritageGamesArts & MediaWorkshops

NAHM: Traditional Native Games & Storytelling

Join community artist, teacher, and storyteller Drea Robideau to learn Native Games and explore the healing power of play!

Made possible by The Library Foundation through support from The Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Fund.

Join community artist, teacher, and storyteller Drea Robideau to learn Native Games and explore the healing power of play! Made possible by The Library Foundation through support from The Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Fund.
WEDNOV 4
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
💰 $360CoursesWorkshopsTalks & LecturesArts & Media

Journalism for Every Writer

As part of their training, journalists learn how to distill a story down to its core components, make it legible to a wide audience, and structure information to maximize impact. These are skills and practices that all writers can benefit from....
SATNOV 7
12:45 PM – 2:00 PM
Arts & MediaWorkshopsTeens

Poetic Justice Workshop

Facilitated by Nicky Nicholson-Klingerman The Poetic Justice Workshop explores poetry that addresses cultural, communal, or global traumas challenges. Covering works ranging from Langston Hughes to Taylor Byas, this is an opportunity to learn how...
SATNOV 7
3:30 PM – 4:45 PM
WorkshopsArts & MediaTeens

Writing True Characters

Facilitated by Katie Cusumano In this workshop, we’ll practice creating lively, compelling characters who are drawn from real life, on the page. First, we’ll focus on writing about other people — and then, we’ll turn to ourselves, learning how to...
SUNNOV 8
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Food & DrinkKids & FamilyWorkshops

Crepes dulces para familias / Sweet Crepes for Families

Aprendan a hacer crepas de manera sencilla, con ideas de varios rellenos dulces y saladas. Se dará una demostración de crepa dulce.

Watch a demonstration and learn how to make fresh French crepes with sweet filling.

Aprendan a hacer crepas de manera sencilla, con ideas de varios rellenos dulces y saladas. Se dará una demostración de crepa dulce. Watch a demonstration and learn how to make fresh French crepes with sweet filling.
MONNOV 23
Hours not provided
💰 $155WorkshopsCraftsHolidays & SeasonalCocktails

Wreath Making Class

The Library is pleased to announce the return of our wreath making event, complete with festive drinks and hors d’oeuvres to kick off the holiday season. A collaborative event with Jennifer Wilcoxon of FloraWood Curatorial Florals, guests will...
FRINOV 6
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
+1 dates
Cooking ClassesWorkshops

In-Person Class: The Art Of Sushi Making (Portland)

Are you ready to impress your friends and family with the perfect sushi rolls? Learn the tips and tricks from a professional sushi chef in this highly interactive and hands-on class. You will learn to prepare the perfect sushi rice, select the fresh ingredients properly, and the art of rolling. This casual and easy to follow class will surely engage all your senses! All participants will make three variations - Spicy Tuna, California Roll and Chef's "catch of the day" Roll. All you need to bring to this class is your curiosity and appetite! You can be confident this class will be an absolute delight whether the occasion is for a family activity, team building event, or surprising your partner on a romantic date night. BYOB is not allowed. Drinks are available for purchase at our venue partner bar. Any dietary restrictions: Dairy free Egg free Nut free Guest requirement The nature of our classes are set up so that booking parties will work together during class, sharing both ingredients and equipment. Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for parking and check in. BYOB is not allowed. Drinks are available for purchase at our venue partner bar. Please do not contact The Hotel directly with questions. If assistance is needed please contact CocuSocial at [email protected] To ensure the safety and enriching experience of all participants, we require children aged 14 to 17 be accompanied by a parent or guardian during our cooking classes. Classes are intended for adults 21+. * *You will receive a confirmation email from [email protected] . If you don't receive it after 24 hours after your booking, please contact us at [email protected]
THUNOV 12
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
CraftsReadingsWorkshops

November Hand-Sewing Social with SCRAP PDX

Join us at The Literary Arts Bookstore & Cafe to hand-sew decorative plush to celebrate animals! Sew felt fish, cats, foxes, frogs, and more! ✨ Bring a friend! Make a friend! Grab a beverage, browse the books, and gather round to hand-sew some...
SATNOV 7
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
+1 dates
Cooking ClassesWorkshops

In-Person Class: Authentic Handmade Dumplings (Portland)

Discover the flavor-packed world of dumplings! These juicy and plump morsels filled with hearty ingredients such as ground meat, vegetables and classic seasoning such as soy sauce and sesame oil wrapped in fun shapes and folds will bring such joy as soon as you take a big bite. This class is hands-on, yet casual and easy going, making it a perfect occasion for a romantic date night or a fun outing with your family and friends! Master the basics of dumpling wrapping in various different shapes. You will get a chance to work with high-quality store-bought dumpling wrappers and also learn valuable knife skills and learn how to create your own option of fillings from scratch. You will learn to make 2 different fillings, a meat-based mixture as well as a vegetable option. No experience is required! We provide all the equipment and ingredients, which are easy to find at local markets if you do not already have them in your home kitchen. Our events are casual and meant to be fun and instructive, not hardcore. This class is designed to be just as fun for the cooking enthusiast who wants to be a part of every step as it is for the first-timer who is happier observing and assisting (or taste testing). Please arrive 15 min early to check in and settle in. Outside drinks are not allowed To ensure the safety and enriching experience of all participants, we require children aged 14 to 17 be accompanied by a parent or guardian during our cooking classes. Classes are intended for adults 21+. Any dietary restrictions: Egg free **You will receive a confirmation email from [email protected] . If you don't receive it 24 hours after your booking, please contact us at [email protected] .
SATNOV 14
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
💰 $30+WorkshopsCraftsGalleriesWomen & Non-BinaryCultural Heritage

Fukoshiki bag making class

520 Southwest 6th Avenue520 SW 6th Ave
Learn how to make four adorable furoshiki bags using silken scarves. All materials provided so you can take home your own gorgeous bag. Glamour House: Furoshiki Bag-Making Class is an in-person, women-centric event for the general public.

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