March 11-March 12: Weekday Washington County Events! 🌷

Hello, Washington County! 🎉

Don’t sleep on the Oregon Symphony! Last weekend, we saw one of my favorite artists, Ben Rector, paired with the Symphony. Wow, just wow 🤯 My husband said it was the best concert he has ever been to. I would agree with him, but the NSYNC concert I went to when I was 10 will always hold that #1 spot. Seriously, grab some Symphony tickets!

Always check the event source before heading out, as details can change last minute. I collect events and create this list by hand, so events aren’t automatically updated if there’s a change.

✅ means it’s a free event. If you’re enjoying a free event at a spot with food or drinks, show some love by supporting the venue!

Wednesday, March 11

• Hillsboro Summer Camp Registration Open
  8am, Online
  Registration opens for Hillsboro summer camps! Make sure to sign up quickly!
• Please Donate. Blood Drive. ✅
  9am-2:30pm, Public Works, Tigard
  Donating blood is a vital way to support community health. Remember to bring a photo ID and a list of any current medications to your appointment, which can be easily scheduled online.
• Tips for Growing Tomatoes ✅
  12pm-1pm, Online
  The Clackamas County Master Gardener Association is hosting a webinar to help you grow tomatoes. Led by OSU Extension Master Gardener Priscilla Robinson, this research-based session covers everything from selecting the best varieties and optimizing garden locations to soil preparation and container gardening tips. Participants will learn effective cultural practices like pruning and fertilizing, as well as integrated pest management strategies to ensure a successful harvest.
• Sorting Fact from Fiction: Media Literacy for Adults ✅
  1pm-2:30pm, Shute Park Library, Hillsboro
  As part of the Hillsboro Reads 2026 series, the Hillsboro Public Library is hosting a media literacy workshop. This hands-on session is designed for adults 18 and older to build essential skills in spotting misinformation and evaluating news sources, which is particularly vital during emergency situations. It’s a supportive environment where you can practice navigating the modern digital landscape alongside fellow community members.
• McDonald Street Improvement Project Community Open House ✅
  5pm-7pm, Public Works, Tigard
  The City of Tigard is hosting a Community Open House to showcase early design concepts and proposed improvements for McDonald Street. Attendees can view displays and renderings while engaging in informal discussions with city staff and engineering teams from Kittleson & Associates and Consor. The event is designed as a casual drop-in session where community members can learn about the project’s progress and share their feedback on the future of the corridor.
• Adult Book Discussion: All That Life Can Afford by Emily Everett ✅
  6pm-7pm, Sherwood Library, Sherwood
  The Sherwood Public Library is hosting an in-person discussion of the debut novel All That Life Can Afford by Emily Everett. This lyrical story follows Eva, a young woman who moves from America to London and finds herself swept into a world of high society and luxury that feels worlds away from her roots. While online registration is encouraged, it isn’t required.
• National Geographic Live: The Untold Story of Sharks
  7:30pm, The Reser, Beaverton
  Celebrating 50 years since Jaws hit theaters, Dr. Cramp will guide the audience through the National Geographic archives to highlight the pioneering women of shark science before sharing her own cutting-edge work in the South Pacific. As a National Geographic Explorer and founder of Sharks Pacific, she specializes in conservation policy and grassroots advocacy, famously leading the campaign to establish the 770,000-square-mile Cook Islands Shark Sanctuary.

Thursday, March 12

• Tumble Tots Leprechauns, Shamrocks, & More!
  9am-12pm, Garden Home Recreation Center, Portland
  Tiny leprechauns aged 5 and under are invited to celebrate the season with a day of luck, gold, and rainbows! This festive event features cookie decorating and a variety of lucky activities, including the creation of a community rainbow. It’s the perfect way for the little ones to explore what makes this time of year so special through some hands-on, colorful fun.
• Silent Book Club ✅ (donations encouraged)
  5:30pm-7pm, Sherwood Bookstore, Sherwood
  The Silent Book Club offers a bring your own book experience, allowing participants to enjoy reading in companionate silence. The event begins with an optional half-hour to mingle and share current reads, followed by a quiet hour to settle into a cozy chair and read. While donations are not required to attend, they are welcomed to help support future events.
• 2026 State of the City Address ✅
  6pm, Theatre in the Grove, Forest Grove
  The City of Forest Grove is rolling out the red carpet for its second annual State of the City address. Mayor Malynda Wenzl will recap the city’s recent accomplishments and share her vision for the future during this special community presentation. While the event is free to attend, community members should reserve their tickets in advance to secure a spot for this look ahead at Forest Grove’s upcoming projects and goals.
• Wine Tasting 201
  6pm-7:30pm, David Hill Vineyards & Winery, Forest Grove
  A Little Deeper into the Glass is a wine class designed to explore the nuanced elements that shape wine, such as oak effects, malolactic fermentation, and aging. While building on concepts from Wine Tasting 101, the session uses sensory exploration to understand how grape variety, soil, weather, and winemaking techniques influence the final product. The class is open to everyone, regardless of experience level, so there is no need to be intimidated by the more technical title.
• 9 to 5 the Musical
  7pm and various times through Mar 14, Deb Fennell Auditorium, Tigard
  Based on the iconic film, this upbeat musical tells the story of three women taking the business world by storm in a way that is both fun and relevant. It’s a high-energy show that celebrates empowerment and friendship with plenty of catchy tunes.
• Solve Problems, Lead Teams, Drive Results: Why Project Management? ✅
  7pm-8pm, Aloha Community Library, Aloha
  The Portland Chapter of the Project Management Institute is hosting a career outreach event. This hands-on session, led by Elizabeth Johnson, is designed for both teens and adults to explore the fundamentals of project management and its critical role across various industries. Attendees will walk through real-world case studies, learn practical steps for starting a career in the field, and have the opportunity to discuss their own projects during a Q&A session. To make the evening even better, pizza and beverages will be provided for all participants! Registration required.
• Jordan Sings – Live Music ✅
  7pm-9pm, Cooper Mountain Ale Works, Tigard
  Jordan Sings is bringing his unique brand of singer-songwriter pop to the stage for a wonderful evening of music. Drawing inspiration from artists like Ed Sheeran, John Mayer, and Tracy Chapman, his performance blends raw, personal storytelling with catchy and inviting arrangements. It’s a great chance to catch an artist who knows how to pair heartfelt lyrics with a sound that really pulls you in.
• Flanagan’s Wake
  7:30pm and various times through Mar 22, 18850 Southwest Alexander Street, Aloha
  Experience Theatre Project presents Flanagan’s Wake, an interactive Irish comedy where the audience joins the villagers of fictional Grapplin, County Sligo, to mourn the passing of Flanagan. The show features a colorful cast of local characters, including the grieving Mother Flanagan, the fiancee Fiona Finn, and the local priest, who lead the room in storytelling, singing, and tipping pints. Attendees can participate by sharing their own fictional misadventures with Flanagan or simply enjoy the improvised tales and live piano music. Due to adult themes, drinking, and cursing, this night of “silly shenanigans” is recommended for ages 14 and up.

More resources:

• Washington County Food Resources
• Washington County Libraries
• Washington County Parks

Thanks for reading! ❤️ I love this community and connecting with all of you. Have fun and be kind out there. ☀️