Hello, Washington County! 🎉
Now that the weather is warming up, we’re learning that our kitten loves adventures. If we’re out on the deck, he has to be there. If there’s something going on outside, he wants to supervise it. He’s been getting jealous of the dogs and their walks, so he now has his own little leash and travel backpack. We’re both hoping some cat-friendly events pop up this summer!
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 6
- Walk + Roll to School Day ✅
contact your individual school for details, Tigard
Walk + Roll to School is a community event focused on making it safer and more common for students to walk, bike, roll, or take the bus to school. It promotes physical activity, independence, and environmental benefits while building stronger connections between families, schools, and the community. Students who participate can also win fun prizes, adding an extra incentive to get moving. - Book & Media Sale ✅
10am-5:30pm through May 9, 12-5:30pm May 10, Beaverton City Library, Beaverton
Support the library while discovering new books and media to take home! - This is Vietnamese Portland Exhibit ✅
10am-8pm through May 20, Brookwood Library, Hillsboro
Explore This is Vietnamese Portland, a traveling exhibit highlighting the history, influence, and contributions of the Vietnamese community in shaping the cultural fabric of Portland. - Nature @ Noon: Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve ✅
12pm-1pm, Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve, Hillsboro
Explore local plants, animals, and habitats on a family friendly nature walk with a guided trail activity designed for all ages. Held rain or shine at a different Hillsboro park or natural area each month, it’s a great way to get outside, learn, and connect with nature. Please call ahead if your group is larger than four. - Live Muzak with Kathy ✅
12pm-1pm, Tigard Senior Center, Tigard
Bring your lunch and enjoy the acoustic music of Kathy Hughes. - Cornelius “State of the City” ✅
6pm, Cornelius Library, Cornelius
Save the date for Cornelius’s first annual State of the City address, where Mayor Jeffrey Dalin will highlight recent accomplishments and share a look ahead for the community’s future. Seating is limited and priority will be given to those who pre-reserve. - Sunny South – Live Music ✅
7pm-9pm, Cooper Mountain Ale Works, Tigard
Sunny South returns to the Tigard brewpub for Wednesday Bluegrass, delivering a traditional sound inspired by legends like Flatt and Scruggs, Doc Watson, and Bill Monroe. Presented in partnership with the Oregon Bluegrass Association, it’s a solid midweek pick for classic bluegrass fans. - American Strings: Eliades Ochoa
7:30pm, The Reser, Beaverton
A living legend of Cuban music, Eliades Ochoa, renowned sonero, guitarist, and tresero, joins American Strings host Kelly Bosworth for an intimate conversation before performing a full set with his band. He’ll reflect on his role with Compay Segundo and the Buena Vista Social Club, whose revival of traditional Cuban music sparked global acclaim and celebrated its Spanish and African roots, all while bringing his signature sound and iconic cowboy hat to the stage.
As we head into warmer weather, a little prep can go a long way. Energy Trust of
Oregon has simple steps like closing blinds during sunny weather and doing adding to
help keep indoor temps steady. There are also incentives available for bigger upgrades
like adding insulation.
Learn more at www.energytrust.org/save
Thursday, May 7
- Patton Valley’s Date Night
4pm-7pm, Patton Valley Wines, Forest Grove
Enjoy a special date night featuring SaWa’s Donburi paired with a preview of the 2023 Fu-Mei Pinot Noir Blanc. Guests can sip two glasses of Patton Valley wine while enjoying a flavorful donburi bowl and other offerings in an evening designed to be both relaxed and indulgent. - Gilmore Girls Trivia Night ✅
5pm-8pm, Helvetia Farm Market, Hillsboro
Head to Helvetia Farm Market for a free Gilmore Girls trivia night on the enclosed porch. Grab a drink, snack on house-made wings, and put your Stars Hollow knowledge to the test with friends and family for a relaxed, fun evening on the farm. - Nest Building Workshop with Debbie Baxter ✅
6:30pm, The Reser, Beaverton
Join artist Debbie Baxter for a reflective, hands-on weaving workshop focused on renewal and care. Participants will explore personal stories while creating a woven nest as a symbol of home, safety, and new beginnings, with each branch and twist representing intention and growth. This is a supportive, creative space for anyone looking to process life experiences through art and community, with all materials provided and optional journaling encouraged. Free with ticketed RSVP. - James and the Giant Peach
7pm and various times through May 16, Deb Fennel Auditorium, Tigard
This stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach is a playful retelling where James and his insect friends, including Miss Spider, Old-Green-Grasshopper, Centipede, Ladybird, and Earthworm, recount their wild journey from the beginning while living inside the giant peach in Central Park. A tour guide leads the audience through the story as a group of tourists, while the cast brings multiple characters to life, including Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker, using live action, puppetry, and storytelling in David Wood’s imaginative adaptation. - Eric John Kaiser – Live Music ✅
7pm-9pm, Cooper Mountain Ale Works, Tigard
Eric John Kaiser, Portland’s “French Troubadour,” returns to the Tigard brewpub with his signature mix of originals and crowd-pleasing covers for an easygoing, feel-good set. - Rumors
7:30pm and various times through May 24, 18850 SW Alexander Street, Aloha
Chaos takes center stage in Rumors, a fast paced farce by Neil Simon, where a group of upscale New York couples gather for a dinner party that quickly spirals into absurdity. Packed with sharp dialogue and nonstop comedy, the play delivers a hilarious look at reputation, deception, and how quickly things unravel when everyone tries to keep up appearances. - Portland Youth Philharmonic Presents Camerata Spring Concert ✅
7:30pm, The Reser, Beaverton
Camerata PYP wraps up its season with an elegant and wide-ranging program that highlights lyrical works and lesser-heard voices in classical music. Featuring clarinetist David Hattner and conductor Huw Edwards, the concert spans music from the 18th to 20th centuries, offering both accessible entry points for newcomers and rewarding depth for seasoned listeners. Presented by Portland Youth Philharmonic’s Camerata ensemble, this is a dynamic evening of discovery at The Reser. - Hagg Lake Fishing Tournament Registration Closes
11:59pm, register online
Register for the Hagg Lake Fishing Tournament by Thursday evening! The event takes place on May 9 at Hagg Lake, Gaston. Cast a line at this community wide fishing tournament hosted by Get Hooked and Washington County Parks, a family friendly event where anglers of all ages can fish, compete, and win prizes. Judging is based on fish length, with prize categories for both youth and adults across species like trout, brown bullhead, bluegill, crappie, and perch, and fishing is allowed from both the shoreline and boats.
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