Arts & Culture in Crescent, OR

A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Gregory Heights Library · 7921 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213, Portland, OR

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced knitter, come join the fun as we learn together. All experience levels and ages welcome! Please bring your own supplies.

Steep & Paint: Peony with Morgan McGuirk

In 1 week · Fri, May 22, 9:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Lan Su Chinese Garden · 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, Oregon, 97209, Portland, OR

@ Steep & Paint Ticket Enjoy a blossom-filled afternoon at the beautiful Lan Su Chinese Garden with the return of Steep & Paint! We’re bringing this series back by popular demand and newly reimagined in partnership with the Oregon Botanical Artists (OBA). This immersive afternoon experience invites.

Open Mic and Jam Night

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:30 AM–2:30 AM UTC · North Portland Library · 512 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217, Portland, OR

This free event welcomes musicians, poets, comedians, dancers and creatives of all ages, styles, and skill levels. The evening kicks off with a performance by a local artist, followed by an open mic for individuals and bands to showcase their talents. The evening concludes with a jam session where..

Teen Art Lab

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 10:15 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Banks Public Library · 42461 NW Market St, Banks, OR · Ages 10–17

Teens 14-18 will use a different art medium each month to create a unique project. March 19: Mini-Art Exhibit April 16: Gyotaku Fish Prints and One Book, One Coast book program. May 21: Design your own Zine

Teen Crafternoon: Temporary Tattoos

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Aloha Community Library · 17445 SW Farmington Rd, Suite 26A, Aloha, OR · Ages 10–17

Adorn yourself with vibrant temporary tattoos! Create long-lasting body art with skin safe, cosmetic grade tattoo markers. Use your own designs or the provided stencils to make yourself or your friends into a work of art! All materials provided. No registration required. For teens and tweens in 6th.

Mocktail Hour: Springtime Watercolor

In 1 week · Fri, May 22, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Tualatin Public Library · 18878 SW Martinazzi Ave, Tualatin, OR

Join Doug and Rose for a custom beverage and an activity. In May we'll be celebrating Spring with watercolor painting! For adults and teens 14+. Registration is required. Held in the Community Room.

Sistahs4Life Soulful Line Dancing -- Intermediate!

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:15 AM–2:15 AM UTC · Albina Library · 3605 NE 15th Ave, Portland, OR 97212, Portland, OR

[Albina only] Get active, get healthy, get fit — all while line dancing, exercising and having fun! Line dance: Move to the beat, feel the energy, and get your steps in without even realizing it! Sistahs4Life brings soulful line dancing all over the Portland metro area. his class is intended...

Adult Craft Night

In 2 weeks · Tue, May 26, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 18+

Enjoy a relaxing evening of trying a new craft on Tuesdays! Here's what we'll be learning: 03/31 Junk Journaling 04/21 Painting with Buttons 05/26 Beaded Plants All supplies will be provided! This crafting event is intended for adult participants and is first come, first served.

Kids Creation Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Hillsdale Library · 1525 SW Sunset Blvd, Portland, OR 97239, Portland, OR · Ages 6–12

Week 1: Collaborative Art Week 2: Lego Lab Week 3: Afternoon Art take home craft Week 4: STEAM Studio Event Description: Drop in and create with us! While supplies last. No registration required. First come, first serve. Ideal for Ages 6 - 12.

Woodstock Library’s Sit & Stitch

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 5:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Woodstock Library · 6008 SE 49th Ave, Portland, OR 97206, Portland, OR

Join your neighbors for a friendly, informal sewing/knitting/crochet/embroidery bee! Bring your own projects and socialize (sew-cialize?) at the library.

Crafternoon for Adults

In 2 weeks · Wed, May 27, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Holgate Library · 7905 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland, OR 97206, Portland, OR

Join a make-and-take crafternoon! Each craft will be selected from the library's craft book collection. This event is first come, first served.

Albina Music Club

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 11:30 PM–1:30 AM UTC · Albina Library · 3605 NE 15th Ave, Portland, OR 97212, Portland, OR

Albina Music Club is a convenient drop-in style program, making it easy to fit into your schedule. When: Every Wednesday from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM Quick Lesson: A brief and informative 15-20 minute lesson kicks off at 5:40 PM, providing valuable insights and tips. Come learn, create, and connect with.

Adult Maker Time

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 18+

Space is limited; every participant must be signed up in advance to reserve a spot. What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Creative Learning Room to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people. Creative Learning Room staff and volunteers..

International Women’s Sewing Group

In 1 week · Fri, May 22, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Midland Library · 805 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233, Portland, OR

A warm, supportive space for international women. Come stitch, chat, and create in community! Connect with others from similar backgrounds. This group is a safe and welcoming environment to meet new friends, share experiences and support one another while working on sewing projects. All skill...

Hózhó Náhásdlįį': Walking In Beauty

In 1 week · Thu, May 21, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Hollywood Library · 4040 NE Tillamook St, Portland, OR 97212, Portland, OR

Join artist Lorne James for a participatory art initiative inspired by Navajo cultural beliefs of harmony, balance, and interconnections. This project invites you to create art flags that reflect your interpretation of "Walking in Beauty." With our art, we'll embrace the philosophy that the purpose.

Art Studio Jr: Pet Portraits

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Tualatin Public Library · 18878 SW Martinazzi Ave, Tualatin, OR

Are you ready to create your latest masterpiece? Join us in this process-based program as we explore different artists, mediums and movements! This month, we'll use a printmaking technique and various materials to create adorable pet portraits! Participants must be in grades K-5. Registration is...

Portland Puzzlers

In 2 weeks · Wed, May 27, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Midland Library · 805 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233, Portland, OR

Join fellow puzzlers to tackle 1000-piece challenges! These pieces feature everything from surreal art to suspiciously smug-looking cats. Someone always misplaces a corner piece...until it magically reappears, that is. No rules, no pressure, and absolutely no gluing allowed. This event is intended..

Art Lab

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Banks Public Library · 42461 NW Market St, Banks, OR

We will examine an artist or artistic technique and then create a piece of art. February 17: Faith Ringgold Quilt Story March 17: Mixed Media April 21: Gyotaku Fish Prints May 19: Botanical drawing

Garden Home Art Club for Families

In 2 weeks · Wed, May 27, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Garden Home Community Library · 7475 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR

School-aged kids and their families are invited to drop in and make some art together. We'll provide materials and project ideas. Join us at this free program the fourth Wednesday of every month.

Teen / Tween Craft Club

In 3 weeks · Fri, May 29, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Midland Library · 805 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233, Portland, OR · Ages 9–18

Tweens and teens are invited to get crafty! Come hang out with us and use your creative skills to make buttons, shrinky dinks, bracelets, felt stuffies and more awesome creations! All materials and supplies are provided. Ideal for teens and tweens (ages 9-18) Made possible by gifts to The Library...

EspresArt(e): Arte con adolescentes / Teen Art Gathering

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 10–17

Invitamos a los adolescentes a crear y explorar diferentes medios artísticos.Todos los niveles son bienvenidos. Se proveerán materiales y refrigerios pero siéntete en la libertad de traer tus propios materiales y también los trabajos que ya hayas empezado o que...

Nature Meets Art: Upcycling with the Earth in Mind

In 1 week · Sat, May 23, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Holgate Library · 7905 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland, OR 97206, Portland, OR

Connect with nature through art! Use reclaimed materials to make projects inspired by plants, animals, and ecosystems. Recycle materials like fabric and cardboard to make art. This class blends artmaking with lessons about how we can protect our environment. Learn how to build community through...

Last Sunday Crafting Club

In 3 weeks · Sun, May 31, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Woodstock Library · 6008 SE 49th Ave, Portland, OR 97206, Portland, OR

Express your creativity with a variety of art and craft projects! Library staff will provide all materials necessary. This event is first come first served due to limited space.

Metro Council work session

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 5:30 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Metro Regional Center

Level UP Lounge

In 2 weeks · Thu, May 28, 10:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · North Portland Library · 512 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217, Portland, OR · Ages 13–17

The ultimate after-school hangout for teens and pre-teens (ages 13-17)! Kick back with your friends, get creative, or just chill. We've got comfy spots, board games, art supplies, quiet study zones, and all the video games you could want. It's the perfect spot to meet new people, try cool stuff,...

You Too Can Craft! Beginning Knitting: Dishcloths

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Holgate Library · 7905 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland, OR 97206, Portland, OR

Come join this short class for beginning knitters or for those who want to learn to knit. Life long knitter will teach how to begin a project and the basic knitting stitches needed to make a dishcloth. Dishcloths are a really good way to practice new stitches. Materials will be provided or bring...

Hillsboro Hops at Eugene Emeralds

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:35 AM UTC · PK Park · 2760 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Eugene, OR

MiLB High-A: Hillsboro Hops at Eugene Emeralds at PK Park

Craft Night for Adults

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:30 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Corvallis-Benton County Public Library · 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis, OR

Join us every third Tuesday of the month to try a new craft! Supplies provided. Or, bring your own project and hang out with us. For ages 16+. May's craft is watercolor and Zentangle bookmarks. Co-sponsored by The Arts Center and the Friends of the Library

MAC Trail volunteer day in Washington Park

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 4:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Washington Park · Head of SW Park Place Portland, OR 97210, Portland, OR

Washington Park offers recreation opportunities for all visitors, with the MAC Trail running through it to provide access to the park's many amenities and activities. This event will focus on managing invasive plants along the trail. We will spend th

Metro Technical Advisory Committee meeting

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 4:00 PM UTC · Oregon Metro · 600 NE Grand Ave, Portland, OR

LEGOpalooza

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Cornelius Public Library · 1370 N Adair St, Cornelius, OR

Get ready to learn some engineering skills through LEGO play! Each week we will have different challenges for you to work on. ¡Prepárate para aprender algunas habilidades de ingeniería a través del juego con LEGO! Cada semana tendremos diferentes retos para que trabajes.

Read Dogs

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Corvallis-Benton County Public Library · 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis, OR

Beginning readers are invited to practice reading in any language to a trained therapy Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ Dogs) on the third Tuesday of the month. A permission form is required for children to participate and may be filled out on-site by parents/guardians. Limited spots are...

Câu lạc bộ Giao lưu cho người Cao niên

In 1 week · Sat, May 23, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Midland Library · 805 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233, Portland, OR · Ages 55+

Câu lạc bộ Giao lưu cho người Cao niên, là điểm đến sôi động cho các vị cao niên họp mặt, duy trì hoạt động và kết bạn mới. Các thành viên tham gia vào nhiều hoạt động thú vị, từ các buổi khiêu vũ...

Fun for Ones/Añito de diversion para los niños de un año

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 5:15 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Hillsboro Public Library, Brookwood Library · 2850 NE Brookwood Pkwy, Hillsboro, OR · Ages 12–24

Join us as we sing, rhyme, share simple stories, and enjoy movement activities in this storytime, specially designed for new walkers and their grownups. Includes unstructured playtime. For ages 12-24 months.

Nurturing Parenting Education Class

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Corvallis-Benton County Public Library · 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis, OR

Family Tree Relief Nursery presents Families in Substance Abuse Treatment & Recovery Nurturing Parenting Education Classes. Where/When: Tuesdays in the 2nd floor classroom* Registration is required at 541-967-6580 or 541-905-7613. Snacks and water will be provided. Transportation may be...

Mahjong at the Library

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 8:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Troutdale Library · 2451 SW Cherry Park Rd, Troutdale, OR 97060, Portland, OR

Come play American Mahjong at the library and connect with community! Experienced players are invited to join our fun and friendly group. Be sure to bring your current National Mah Jongg League cards .

Squishtivities

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 5:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Corvallis-Benton County Public Library · 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis, OR

Squishtivities by Strengthening Rural Families welcomes children and their families. Squishtivities is an adventure in play created especially for adults and their children using arts and crafts and “messy” play to promote problem-solving, fine motor skills, caregiver/child relationships, and...

Playtime

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Corvallis-Benton County Public Library · 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis, OR

Children and their adults are invited to a playtime weekly on Tuesday mornings. Adults may visit with each other while children play with the provided toys.

Lectura Inicial – De las Letras a las Palabras

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Hillsboro Public Library, Shute Park Library · 775 SE 10th Ave, Hillsboro, OR

Un programa en español para niños de 5 a 7 años que reconocen letras y están aprendiendo a leer de manera independiente.

Alsea Kids Choir

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 11:30 PM–12:15 AM UTC · Corvallis-Benton County Public Library · 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis, OR

Find your voice and let it shine!