Hello, Washington County! 🎉
We added two new furry babies to the family!! This is Lorelai and Sukie (yes, from Gilmore Girls ☺️ Yes, for all you super fans, we know Sukie isn’t spelled the same). We got them from Love and Care Kitten Adoption in Beaverton, which is the absolutely phenomenal rescue where we got our first kitty, Franklin. To say that this rescue organization is top notch is an understatement. As their name implies, they love and care for their rescue kitties to an insanely impressive level. Please please please check them out if you ever need a kitty best friend!
Alrighty, with help from these little furry nuggets, we’ve got another great list of events for you this week!
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 to attend. If you’re enjoying a free event, show some love by supporting the venue by purchasing food, drinks, or goods!
Wednesday, May 20
- Preparing for the Interview ✅
10:30am-11:30am, Brookwood Library, Hillsboro
Build confidence for your next interview by learning how preparation shapes the entire process, from your application all the way to accepting an offer. This session focuses on smart research strategies that help you show genuine enthusiasm while also getting you ready for the questions you’re likely to face. - Staying Safe Online – Don’t Fall for It! ✅
11am-12:30pm, Beaverton City Library, Beaverton
Online scams are getting more sophisticated, but you can stay one step ahead. Join Chris Aedo for a practical session on online safety, including how to protect your personal information, spot common (and evolving) scams, and understand how fraudsters operate. You’ll leave with clear tools and resources to help keep yourself, friends, and family safer online. - Veronica Roth in Conversation With Kendare Blake
7pm, Powell’s, Beaverton
Veronica Roth, bestselling author of the Divergent series, visits to discuss Seek the Traitor’s Son, an epic new dystopian fantasy packed with prophecy, political conflict, romance, and deadly supernatural powers. The story follows soldier Elegy Ahn as she’s pulled into a fate intertwined with an enemy general and a mysterious prophecy that could decide the future of two nations. Roth will be joined in conversation by Kendare Blake, author of the Three Dark Crowns series. Make sure to get a ticket! - Will Ferrell Films Trivia ✅
7pm, Prime Tap House, Beaverton
If you can quote Anchorman, Elf, or Step Brothers on command, this trivia night is probably for you. Head to Prime Tap House for an all-ages evening of Will Ferrell movie trivia, with check-in starting at 6pm. Grab dinner and drinks while you test your knowledge of one-liners, ridiculous characters, and peak chaotic comedy energy.
When the weather warms up, a few small steps can help your home stay comfortable. Energy Trust of Oregon has simple tips like blocking the afternoon sun with blinds and sealing windows and doors to reduce drafts. There are also incentives available for longer-term upgrades like insulation.
Learn more at www.energytrust.org/save
Thursday, May 21
- Ready, Set, Kindergarten: Let’s Be Friends ✅
10:15am-11am, Beaverton City Library, Beaverton
Get kindergarten-ready with the second class in this fun 5-class series for families, designed to help kids ages 4–5 build confidence through music, stories, art, and play. Each session focuses on a different skill, from making friends and storytelling to early reading, writing, communication, and cooperative play, and every child takes home a free book at each class. - When History Repeats Itself: A Japanese American Family’s Story ✅
11:30am-1pm, Shute Park Library, Hillsboro
Join a local Japanese American community member for a personal and powerful talk about her family’s experience during World War II, when her father and uncles were taken from their Portland high school and first held at the Portland Livestock Exhibition Center before being sent to Minidoka, Idaho. Through family storytelling and historical context, the presentation reflects on wartime incarceration and the lasting impact of fear and suspicion toward immigrants, drawing thoughtful connections to the present. Bring your lunch. - Alphabet Party ✅
1pm-2pm, Tualatin Library, Tualatin
Get ready for an Alphabet Party made just for little learners ages 3–6. You’ll jump into playful alphabet games, get creative with hands-on crafts, and celebrate all things letters in a fun, energetic hangout. - Tigard Wine Walk
4pm-8pm, 12345 SW Main Street, Tigard
Spend the day sipping your way through Downtown Tigard at this wine-filled tasting event featuring local businesses, special pours, and small plates along the way. Start at Rotary Plaza to grab your tasting glass, wristband, and map, then explore participating tasting spots throughout downtown at your own pace. Whether you’re deep into wine culture or just here for a fun afternoon with friends, it’s a relaxed and tasty way to support local businesses and the Tigard Downtown Alliance. - Downtown Sounds with Kick the Bucket Jazz Band ✅
6pm, 1st Street Dining Commons, Beaverton
The live music series kicks off with Kick the Bucket Jazz Band bringing lively New Orleans-style jazz to downtown for the very first concert in the Dining Commons. While the band is new, the musicians are longtime performers ready to fill the space with classic jazz energy, summer vibes, and a relaxed community atmosphere. Bring a friend, grab takeout or drinks from a nearby business, and help celebrate the launch of live music in the Commons. - Vyshyvanka Day ✅
6pm, McMenamins Cedar Hills, Beaverton
Celebrate Vyshyvanka Day with an evening of Ukrainian culture, community, and connection. The holiday honors the traditional embroidered vyshyvanka shirt as a symbol of Ukrainian identity and pride, and guests are encouraged to wear embroidered clothing or simply come learn more about the tradition. Hosted by local nonprofit DAWN, the gathering welcomes everyone for a warm and meaningful celebration. - One Book, One Coast – They Called Us Enemy Book Discussion ✅
6pm-7pm, Virtual
Join what’s billed as the West Coast’s largest book club for a virtual discussion of They Called Us Enemy by George Takei, the One Book, One Coast community read. It’s an online conversation where readers come together to reflect on the memoir’s themes of identity, history, and resilience. Just make sure to register in advance to get the Zoom link. - Curious About Cascadia? ✅
6pm-7:30pm, West Slope Community Library, Portland
Learn what a major earthquake could actually mean for our region at this community presentation on seismic risk and preparedness. Geologist Aaron Fox and Tim Cook of NW Seismic break down the Cascadia Subduction Zone, what impacts to expect, and practical steps you can take to prepare your home and household. - National Geographic Live: Adaptation
7:30pm, The Reser, Beaverton
Travel around the world through stories of climate adaptation with filmmaker, anthropologist, and National Geographic Explorer Alizé Carrère. Carrère explores how communities are creatively responding to environmental change and what we can learn from solutions that work with nature instead of against it. Blending documentary storytelling with real-world field experience, this talk offers a fascinating and surprisingly hopeful look at human resilience in a changing world.
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