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Winter Discount Days
2026-03-03 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-02 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-01 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-28 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Oregon Zoo, 4001 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
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.

Tree Time! Preschool Walk
2026-03-02 10:00 - 11:15, 2026-02-28 10:00 - 11:15, 2026-02-23 10:00, 2026-02-21 10:00 - 11:15, 2026-02-16 10:00 - 11:15, 2026-02-14 10:00 - 11:15, 2026-02-09 10:00 - 11:15 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
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.

Forest Hope Through Innovation
2026-03-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, 4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
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.

Hina Matsuri: Doll's Day
2026-03-01 10:00 - 13:00 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Hina Matsuri, also called Doll’s Day or Girl’s Day, is celebrated each year in Japan on March 3 to celebrate the happiness, growth, and good health of girls. In Japan, families with daughters mark the festival by displaying intricately crafted hina dolls dressed in ornate costumes several days before the festival. Visitors can view and take photos with a traditional display of hina dolls in the Cathy Rudd Cultural Corner in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center. March 3 is also called Momo-no-Sekku, or Peach Blossom Festival, because according to the lunar calendar peach blossoms were in full bloom on this day. It was also believed that peach blossoms had the power to drive away evil spirits. Many families in Japan display sprigs of peach blossoms together with hina dolls. At Portland Japanese Garden, an ikebana arrangement by Nana Bellerud, President of Ikebana International Portland Chapter #47 and Branch Director of Sogetsu Portland, will accompany the display.

Winter Tree Energy
2026-02-28 13:00 - 15:15 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Winter draws us inward, and the trees do the same. In this season, evergreens become especially potent— their energy condensed, vibrant, and deeply palpable. In this workshop, we’ll explore these winter currents through gentle Qigong, Tree Transformation Cards, and direct connection with three tree species: Douglas-fir, cedar (deodar, western red, and incense), and redwood. Each tree has a distinctly different energy. You will receive simple guidance on how to meet a tree and experience the first moments when your energy naturally tunes to the tree’s steady, present frequency. We’ll also touch on plant neuroscience—tree intelligence, sensory perception, and how trees respond to our presence. During your time with the trees, you may feel an energetic or physical shift, gain clarity, or receive a message. These insights can be fleeting, so bring a way to record them. Trees are aware of us, and many people experience profound exchanges. Please dress warmly and bring layers so you can enjoy being outdoors in winter. Afterward, we’ll return to the Hoyt office library for tea and optional sharing of experiences. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.

Cultural Performance: Koto by Mitsuki Dazai
2026-02-27 13:15 - 14:30 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Enjoy a free koto performance by Mitsuki Dazai at 1:15pm at the Cathy Rudd Cultural Corner in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center. Mitsuki Dazai is a graduate of Tokyo’s Kunitachi College of Music, studied koto with virtuoso Kazue Sawai, and received her koto instruction certificate at Sawai Koto Institute. She moved to Oregon in 2002, served as a guest lecturer, and toured throughout the US, Europe, South America, and Japan. This performance is included with garden admission.

Cultural Demonstration: Bonsai by Andrew Robson
2026-02-25 13:15 - 14:30 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Join us for a bonsai presentation by Andrew Robson at the Cathy Rudd Cultural Corner in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center from 1:15 – 2:15pm. Bonsai, literal translation tree-in-a-tray, is the art and science of miniature trees. Andrew Robson is a deciduous artist in the American bonsai community. He completed a 3-year apprenticeship with Michael Hagedorn, after graduating from Yale University. Andrew is the President of the Bonsai Society of Portland, the largest bonsai club in the United States. Included with garden admission.

Tree-mium Photos with your Smartphone Camera
2026-02-25 09:30 - 10:30 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
The world’s most advanced camera is in your pocket. But, if you are like most people, you only use a fraction of your phone camera’s capabilities. Learn how to master the features in your smartphone camera, and discover hidden tools that will change the way you shoot and edit pictures. In this Members Breakfast & Learn session, special guest and Hoyt Arboretum community member Rhonda Dorsett will help you learn ways to make your smartphone nature photography more engaging. Beginners welcome! This event is free for members. Make sure your membership is up to date. Registration is required through the Hoyt Arboretum website.

Cultural Talk: Hina Dolls by Tsuru Tuenge
2026-02-22 13:15 - 14:15 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Leading up to our Doll’s Day Festival on March 1st, come hear Tsuru Tuenge talk about hina dolls and Hina Matsuri from 1:15-2:15pm in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center. This talk will take place near a traditional display of hina dolls, featuring a seven-tiered display representing the Emperor and Empress with members of the Imperial Court. Hina Matsuri, also called Doll’s Day or Girl’s Day, is celebrated each year in Japan on March 3 to celebrate the happiness, growth, and good health of girls. In Japan, families with daughters mark the festival by displaying intricately crafted hina dolls dressed in ornate costumes several days before the festival. Included with garden admission.

Winter Maple Sugaring
2026-02-22 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-22 10:30 - 12:30 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Did you know that sap from the Bigleaf Maple tree, native to the Pacific Northwest, can be made into syrup similar to sugar maple syrup from the Eastern United States? Join Meghan Kearns from the Oregon Maple Project to learn about the history, science, process, and best practices for maple sugaring in the PNW. Take a guided walk on Arboretum trails to visit Bigleaf Maples that have been tapped, as well as watch a tree tapping demonstration. The program will conclude with a maple syrup tasting. Take home tapping kits and syrup will be available for purchase. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.

Forest Crafts w/ RAD Creative Space
2026-02-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Discovery Museum, 4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Join us once a month and explore your creative nature here at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum with our friend at RAD Creative. From Forests in a Bottle to paper snails, seed shares, and fairy houses – tap into your creative side and make something memorable. This event is family-friendly, and crafts are geared toward kids who can independently use scissors, glue sticks, and basic school supplies or with parental assistance. All crafts vary in presentation. Adult supervision at all times is required. Craft supplies, tools, and guidance are included with museum admission and do not require pre-registration.

Free Day at the Discovery Museum
2026-02-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, 4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Enjoy the Discovery Museum for free today as part of World Forestry Center’s Free Day Series celebrating our 60th anniversary. Explore interactive exhibits, take part in family-friendly activities, and connect with community partners through special programming that highlights forests, wildfire preparedness, and sustainability.

Member Only Mindfulness Tour
2026-02-22 09:00 - 10:00 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
This intimate tour focuses not on meditation, but instead on learning to bring mindful awareness to oneself, and the world around us, through intentional observation and connections. An experienced guide will provide a foundation for the art of contemplative exploration throughout various Garden spaces, and gently guide awareness away from the busyness of everyday life, back toward the connection to nature and experience of peace.

Cultural Demonstration: Kimekomi Ningyo (Kimekomi Dolls)
2026-02-21 13:15 - 14:15 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Kimekomi Ningyo (木目込人形) is a style of traditional Japanese doll made of wood dating back about 300 years. The artist making the doll tucks fabric into grooves on the wooden form to dress the doll. Come hear Gael Sapiro talk about the dolls and demonstrate on a work in progress from 1:15-2:15pm in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center. The term kimekomi refers to the method of making dolls and translates as the “act of pushing something into grooves that have been cut in wood.” Dollmaker Gael Sapiro will discuss the history of the craft, describe the tools she uses, and share examples of her work. Leading up to our Doll’s Day Festival on March 1st, Portland Japanese Garden celebrates dolls. Hina Matsuri, also called Doll’s Day or Girl’s Day, which is celebrated each year in Japan on March 3 to celebrate the happiness, growth, and good health of girls. This talk will take place near a traditional display of hina dolls, featuring a 5-tiered display representing the Emperor and Empress with members of the Imperial Court. Included with garden admission.

Brainy Birds
2026-02-21 10:30 - 12:30 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Birds are incredible and have adapted to survive in dynamic & changing environments. Every species has unique traits and sometimes quite specialized strategies. Using the backdrop of seasonal changes at Hoyt Arboretum, Dr. Kiki Sanford will facilitate discovery of the many ways it is connected to its avian inhabitants. Winter classes will center on adaptations for surviving intense seasonal conditions. Spring brings the frenzy of breeding season. Summer includes juvenile development and the onset of the next annual cycle. And, Autumn classes will focus on the fall migration. Each seasonal class will highlight the various birds present in the Arboretum, and include observation & discussion of specific aspects of how their brains & bodies lead to certain behaviors useful in the Hoyt habitats. Short informal lectures and group discussions will be followed by exploratory bird-watching hikes to observe these processes in action. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.

Cultural Demonstration: Ikebana by Jeffrey Robson
2026-02-20 13:15 - 14:30 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, has been translated as “living flowers” or “giving life to flowers.” Join us from 1:15-2:15pm for an ikebana presentation by Jeffrey Robson in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center. Jeffrey Robson has always been intrigued by traditional Japanese art forms such as bonsai, suiseki (viewing stones) and ikebana. He began studying the Ikenobō school ikebana in 2016, and has attained the rank of Kakyo, Assistant Professor 3rd grade. Ikenobō was established over 550 years ago with floral offerings created by priests at the Rokkaku-do Temple in Kyoto. Included with garden admission.

Valentine's Weekend Special: Sip and Swoon Afternoon Tea and Sweets
2026-02-13 14:00 - 16:30 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend, bring your loved ones to enjoy tea with full service in traditional ceramic wares, paired with handcrafted seasonal sweets at the Umami Café. Sip & Swoon is a special and exclusive way to experience the Garden in its winter beauty. Reservations and Daily Admission Tickets are required for this event, with limited seating available. There will be four seatings each day: 2:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. The special menu for this event will feature Valentine’s desserts by Mio’s Delectables and St. Honore.

Cultural Performance: Shinobue Flute & Piano Performance by Maido Mind
2026-02-13 13:15 - 14:15 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Join us for a free musical performance featuring shinobue flute and a piano performance by Maido Mind. This cultural performance will be held from 1:15 to 2:15pm in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center. Included with garden admission.

BudBurst Community Science Volunteer Training
2026-02-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
Are you interested in learning about volunteering for community science at Hoyt Arboretum? Join Hoyt Arboretum’s plant taxonomist and herbarium curator Mandy Tu for an online Zoom training on Thursday, February 12 from 10 to 11am to learn about how you can get involved with BudBurst, a nationwide, community science-driven effort to study the impact of climate change on plants. Volunteers monitor the timing of specific events in a plant’s life cycle (full bloom, fruiting, leaf fall, etc.), record their observations, and then share their data with BudBurst. At this training, volunteers will learn about plant structures and phenology as well as how scientists are using the data collected by BudBurst community scientists. You’ll also learn about the specific plant species we’re studying at Hoyt Arboretum and how to record plant cycle observations. Individuals can participate in BudBurst independently but are encouraged to visit Hoyt Arboretum at least every other week during the growing season (approximately March through November) to make and record observations. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum, and registration is required through their website.

Moss Appreciation Week
2026-02-09 10:00 - 2026-02-15 15:30 | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Moss speaks in textures and time, revealing itself slowly to the attentive eye. During Moss Appreciation Week, Portland Japanese Garden joins Lewis & Clark College in honoring moss and inviting visitors to experience its quiet magic throughout the Garden. Stay tuned, we’ll have a lot more to share! We encourage you to subscribe to our weekly newsletter so you can be informed as details get confirmed for this exciting week. Included with garden admission.
