Hello, Washington County! 🎉
The fruit loop in Hood River is my happy place. Miles of orchards and mountain views mixed with wineries, fruit stands, and lavender farms. I’ll make any excuse to spend a day there, especially in the Fall. The Gorge and Hood River are looking really pretty right now with the changing colors. Use this as your excuse to take the day off and have an adventure.
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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, October 15
- Travel to Italy with the BACC ✅
5:30pm-7:30pm, 12600 SW Crescent Street Ste 160, Beaverton
The Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce is offering a new community travel program. From October 1–9, 2026, join a guided tour of Northern Italy to experience iconic sights, local culture, and inspiring settings while supporting the Chamber’s mission to foster a vibrant community through connections with local businesses and tourism partners. - Adult Skateboarding Class
7pm-9pm, 5439 NW Century Blvd, Hillsboro
Learn skateboarding fundamentals in a 90-minute class for beginners and intermediate skaters, including 30 minutes of free skate to practice skills. Rental gear is included, and experienced skaters are welcome to refine tricks. - Rogue Moon: Bluegrass Wednesday ✅
7pm-9pm, Cooper Mountain Ale Works, Tigard
Rogue Moon performs classic and modern bluegrass at Tigard Brewpub’s Wednesday Bluegrass, featuring four-part acoustic harmonies and lively fiddle. - Trivia Wednesdays ✅
8pm-9pm, The Sports Page, Beaverton
Enjoy prizes and specials while playing trivia at The Sports Page.
Thursday, October 16
- Teen Volunteer Club ✅
4pm-5pm, Sherwood Library, Sherwood
Teens in grades 7–12 are invited to join the Teen Library Council, a dedicated group working to make the library better for everyone. Members help decorate the library for the seasons, create fun Take & Make craft kits for kids, design book displays and posters, assist with board game inventory, judge the Summer Reading Teen Art Contest, and take on many other creative projects throughout the year. Let us know if you’ll be attending! - Board Game Night ✅
5pm-8pm, Hillsboro Downtown Station Food Carts, Hillsboro
Join us for board game night at Hillsboro Downtown Station! Bring a game to share or play from the ones provided. Enjoy international food, local draft beers, and take advantage of happy hour from 2–5:30 PM for $2 off any draft. - Aging Attitudes ✅
6pm-7pm, Tigard Library, Tigard
Discover how beliefs about aging shape health and longevity, explore the roots of ageism, and learn practical ways to challenge stereotypes and redefine aging for yourself and others. - Chili Cook-Off ✅
6:30pm-8:30pm, 30975 NW Hillcrest St., North Plains
Attend the North Plains Chili Cook-Off and sample a variety of chili made by local contestants, plus enjoy a main meal of chili, hot dogs, cornbread, and dessert. - Martha Wells in Conversation With Jenn Reese
7pm, Powell’s, Beaverton
Join Martha Wells, author of The Murderbot Diaries, for a discussion of her new fantasy novel Queen Demon, the sequel to Witch King. The story follows Kai and his companions as they search for the Hierarchs’ Well, navigating trust, betrayal, and the bonds of chosen family. Wells will be joined by Jenn Reese, author of Puzzleheart, for the conversation. Tickets going fast.
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