• Portland Japanese Garden

    The art of mokuhanga, Japanese woodblock printing, has captivated audiences around the world and across centuries. Join Stephen Salel, Curator of Japanese Art at the Honolulu Museum of Art and Co-Curator of Enduring Impressions: Contemporary Woodblock Prints, to discover the fascinating history and exciting contemporary landscape of this iconic printmaking practice. The magic of this artform has only grown in appeal in recent years, as artists and appreciators are drawn to its tactile nature and, naturally-derived material. Aki Nakanishi, Portland Japanese Garden’s Co-CEO and Arlene Schnitzer Curator of Culture, Art, and Education, will join Salel for a conversation on the intricacies and beauty behind this artform. Tickets required.

    Join Stephen Salel, Curator of Japanese Art at the Honolulu Museum of Art and Co-Curator of Enduring Impressions: Contemporary Woodblock Prints, to discover the fascinating history and exciting contemporary landscape of this iconic printmaking practice. Tickets required.
  • Oregon Zoo

    We invite you to connect with nature with $13 zoo admission. Timed-entry tickets must be purchased in advance online at oregonzoo.org . This offer cannot be combined with other discounts, including membership. Children under the age of 1 are free when reserved with a paid adult ticket.

    $13
  • Discovery Museum

    Forest Hope Through Innovation is an interdisciplinary art-forest-science exhibition at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum that explores how creativity, research, and community action can shape a sustainable future for the forests we rely on. Featuring work by more than twelve innovators, the exhibition highlights the aesthetics of emerging forest-based research—from technology and engineering to design and artist-scientist collaborations. Featuring work by more than twelve innovators, the exhibition highlights the aesthetics of emerging forest-based research—from technology and engineering to design and artist-scientist collaborations. In this moment of climate uncertainty, World Forestry Center is leveraging creativity, art, and storytelling to spotlight forest-based solutions as an optimistic path forward. Forest Hope Through Innovation is designed to spark climate hope and inspire community-based approaches that support resilient forests for generations to come. Included with museum admission.

    Forest Hope Through Innovation is an interdisciplinary art-forest-science exhibition at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum that explores how creativity, research, and community action can shape a sustainable future for the forests we rely on. Included with museum admission.
  • Hoyt Arboretum

    Tree Time! preschool walks are a safe and fun way to get outside with your little one. Come join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt Arboretum. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.

    Come join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. Registration required.
  • Washington Park

    Join Portland Parks & Recreation in the Cloud Forest in Washington Park most Fridays, rain or shine. Spend a couple of hours with us, weeding, mulching, planting, and learning about invasive plant management. We will meet near the restroom building at the Oregon Holocaust Memorial and the project site is located right across from here. Registration required.

    Join Portland Parks & Recreation in the Cloud Forest in Washington Park!
  • Washington Park

    Join Portland Parks & Recreation on the MAC Trail in Washington Park most Mondays, rain or shine. The MAC Trail winds its way through the park, connecting community and visitors to the parks many amenities and attractions. Spend a couple of hours with us, weeding, mulching, planting, and learning about invasive plant management. Meet at the Elephant House Picnic Shelter, near the Washington Park playground. Registration is required.

    Join Portland Parks & Recreation on the MAC Trail in Washington Park, registration required.