March Events
This is a loooong list this month. I know no one is going to want to read this twice! So get out your calendar right now and pencil in anything that sounds good! There are three major events this month- the vernal equinox (March 20), St. Patrick's Day (March 17), and Nowruz, the Persian New Year (March 20). I did uncover events for the first two, but suspect there may be more. And as for Nowruz, I believe there will be at least two family friendly observances, but the organizers have yet to release details. So I will be posting more later!
Multnomah County Libraries will be having a special tribute to Dr. Seuss in March (his birthday is March 2). "Horton-The magical words of Dr. Seuss will come to life through Emily Alexander of Tears of Joy Theatre. Emily gives voice and body to Horton, the elephant who was faithful 100 percent, and that good for nothing bird, runaway Mazie. This story also includes an inventive circus with monkeys and a tightrope walker." This is a short program, but it sounds really spectacular, so look for it at a library near you!
Tuesday, March 2, 7–7:30 p.m. Fairview-Columbia Library
Wednesday, March 3, 12:15–12:45 p.m. Rockwood Library
Saturday, March 6, 2–2:30 p.m.Central Library, U.S. Bank Room
Tuesday, March 16, 3:30–4 p.m. and 4:30–5 p.m. Woodstock Library. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program.
Wednesday, March 17, 4–4:30 p.m.Hillsdale Library. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program.
Tuesday, March 23, 4–4:30 p.m. Midland Library. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program.
Wednesday, March 24, 11–11:30 a.m.Gresham Library
Saturday, March 27, noon–12:30 p.m. Gregory Heights Library
The Garden Home Community Library in SW will celebrate on March 2. "Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss! Tuesday, March 2nd @ 11am in Room 10. Celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday with stories, activities and CAKE! Feel free to dress like your favorite Dr. Seuss character (but please, no live elephants!) All Ages welcome!"
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge in Sherwood is doing a fun program in March called Puddle Stompers. Here's their description: Wednesdays, March 3rd, 17th & 31st, 10:00am-11:30am Do you have a little one who enjoys being outdoors? Wondering what you can do outside for some rainy day fun? Bring your pre-kindergarten naturalists to the Refuge to stomp in puddles and appreciate the wet weather that makes western Oregon so green! Bring your raingear, rubber boots, and be prepared to get wet and wild. Please register with Jenna Mendenhall (503) 625-5944 x222. This program is free. Limited space available. http://www.fws.gov/tualatinriver/specialevents.html
This is a grownup event, but it seemed so useful for homeschoolers I thought I'd include it. Friday March 5 at 7PM at the Hillsboro Main Library, local author James Davis will be giving a talk. His books include "The Northwest Nature Guide: Where to Go and What to See Month by Month in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia" and "Wild In The City: A Guide to Portland's Natural Areas". Even if you can't make it, these are great books to know about.
Every Saturday in March from 2-3PM, a member of the Oregon Symphony will be at the Tigard Public Library. "Storytimes feature musicians from the Oregon Symphony performing music that enhances and deepens the storytelling experience. Each storytime features one of the four families of musical instruments: strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. A craft session where children make their own instruments out of common household items and an instrument petting zoo follow the storytimes. Children and their parents also receive a specially made bookmark with suggested reading and recommended CD's featuring the storytime instruments." In April, they will be at Holgate Library in SE and in May at the Hillsboro Main Library. http://www.orsymphony.org/edu/storytimes.aspx
Saturday March 6 at 2:00PM at the Ledding Library is a concert of Japanese koto music by Mitsuki Dazai. "The standard koto is a thirteen-stringed zither with a moveable bridge under each string. It was introduced to Japan from China and Korea in the 7th century. Today, the koto has developed as a solo instrument with a wide repertoire and varied playing techniques. Ms. Dazai’s musical background is both diverse as a performer and innovator, playing koto music in different styles. Her performances often incorporate western pop and improvisational elements."
Saturday evening, March 6 from 4-7PM, Tryon Creek State Park is having an Owl Fest. "Portland is teeming with owl activity in the springtime months. If you love owls, come out to Tryon Creek State Natural Area for an evening of owl celebration. Activities for the entire family including owl pellet dissection, book reading and signing by local authors, snacks, guided hikes and up close encounters with the Audubon education owls - Hazel and Julio. Appropriate for all ages. Advance registration not required but guided hikes are on a first come, first served basis. Sign up when you check in."http://www.tryonfriends.org/
I was so surprised to find orchids are common wildflowers here in Oregon. Orchids are fascinating, and it's easy to see how they have earned a devoted following. Saturday March 6 and Sunday March 7 is the Oregon Orchid Show and Sale, being held at the Lloyd Center Doubletree, 1000 Multnomah Blvd. Admission is $7 and there is a $2 off coupon on their website. http://www.oregonorchidsociety.org/2010_show.php
Also Saturday March 6 and Sunday March 7 is the annual SE Area Art Walk. This event is free to the public- just download the map athttp://snackword.netfirms.com/seportlandartwalk.com/default.htm .
Many of the artists will be opening their studios to the public, so if your child would be interested in meeting working artists and seeing how art is made, this is a marvelous opportunity.
On Tuesday, March 9 from 7-8PM at the Tigard Public Library, ZOMBA! -Alberta Rider's Marimba Ensemble will be performing. "Back by popular demand, students from Alberta Rider Elementary will once again share their talent and passion for rhythm. Music will include folk songs form the U.S.A. to Zimbabwe."
Friday, March 12- Wed. March 17 St. Patrick's Day will be celebrated in style at Kells Restaurant. There will be pipers, dancers, livemusic galore and of course Irish food. On Saturday and Sunday, kids and family events are free all day. Lots of details on their website http://www.kellsirish.com/portland/festival.html
On Saturday, March 13 is the Urban Iditarod, a bunch of wackos pretending to be husky dogs pulling shopping cart sleds through the streets of Portland. "In the Alaskan Iditarod, more than sixty dog sled teams race across the frozen tundra from Anchorage to Nome. In our urban version, teams of ‘dogs’ lead by a musher will pull their sleds (shopping carts) through some of Portland’s most scenic areas. These teams of barking humans must negotiate through the unrelenting and unforgiving dangers of Portland’s urban frontier." Doesn't that sound like fun to watch? The website says spectator information will be available on their website the day before. http://www.keepportlandweird.org/urbaniditarod/page2.html
March 13 is also the grand opening of the new Kenton library in North Portland! (It's first day open will actually be March 8, but you have to wait a few days for the festivities). "Jazz and coffee, 10 a.m.–noon Sip coffee from Posies Café while listening to guitarist Anson Wright and bassist Tim Gilson in the lounge. Dedication ceremony, 2 p.m. Director of Libraries Vailey Oehlke, Multnomah County Chair Ted Wheeler, Multnomah County Commissioner Jeff Cogen, Hennebery Eddy Architects' David Wark and Kenton Neighborhood Association President Angela Moos will speak. Cupcakes and lemonade, 2:30 p.m. Provided by Posies Café. Dr. Seuss celebration, 2:30 p.m. & 3:15 p.m. A bilingual performance of One Fish, Two Fish and a special retelling of The Lorax. Truffula trees craft, 4–5 p.m. Twist chenille stems, beads, and colorful wire to create your own silly tree. Cat in the Hat character greeting, 4–5 p.m. Say a special hello to everyone’s favorite Dr. Seuss character."
On Saturday, March 13 10-11AM the Mudeye Puppet Company of North Portland will be in St. John's performing Jooblejumblejam! an all ages puppet show. At Cafe Under the Bridge, in Cathedral Park Place (the old Columbia Sportswear Building), $5 adults, $3 kids, 6635 N Baltimore Ave. Portland, OR 97203 http://www.mudeyepuppets.org/
Murphy's Furniture in Cornelius is sponsoring a St. Patrick's Day parade on Saturday, March 13. The parade starts at 11AM and is followed by a corned beef and cabbage meal.
http://murphysfurniture.net/Events/index.shtm
Also March 13, at 2:30PM at the Hillsboro Main Library, will be the Rick Meyer's Music Show. He will be playing "Pioneer music" on the saw, limberjack, banjo, spoons, noseflute, washboard and ukelele. This show is intended for kids 5 -12.
Saturday evening, March 13 the Portland Storyteller's Guild is having a special event, "Tales about Tails, a night of story’s and songs appropriate for the whole family staring: Sam Butler, Ruth Ann Holman, Terry Jordan and Penny Walter." (Penny is the puppeteer of "Penny's Puppets".) Suggested donation - $5/adult $10/family Kennedy School Community Room, 5736 NE 33rd Ave. PDX.
If you are marking your calendar right now, don't forget this: On Sunday, March 14, 2010 at 2 a.m., Daylight Saving Time begins in the United States.
Sunday, March 14 is Tryon Creek State Park's excellent Kids in Nature program, and the topic is Busy Beavers. 10:00 - 11:30am "Join us for a fun morning exploring the lives of beavers living in Tryon Creek. We’ll learn about their special adaptation, build a dam, and take a walk to see look for beaver activity in the creek. For children ages 4 – 7 accompanied by an adult. Cost: $10/child Pre-registration
required. Phone (503.636.4398)" http://www.tryonfriends.org/
Sunday, March 14 2-3PM at the Central Library downtown is a classical Indian music concert. Possibly a chance to share some totally new sounds with your child! "The Swaranjali Academy of Indian Music will perform different forms of north Indian classical music, including sargam, lakshangeet, tarana and dhrupad. Come listen to a beautiful blend of voices, sitar and tabla. In the Collins Gallery."
McMenamins will also be having family friendly festivities early in the evening of St. Patrick's Day at several of their locations. One of the most promising is the Kennedy School in NE, which will be having a bagpiper, and Irish singer, and Irish dancers all at 5:30, free for all ages. More details can be found on their website http://www.mcmenamins.com/
Also, the All-Ireland Cultural Society will have a big shindig on the 17th. "69th annual St. Patrick’s Day FestivalWednesday, March 17, 2010, 4-9pm, Ambridge Event Center, 376 NE Clackamas Street, Portland, OR $10, $5 students 12-20, free 11 & under with paying adult The All-Ireland Cultural Society of Oregon presents their 69th Annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration. Enjoy continuous entertainment by local Irish dance schools, céilí dancers, bagpipe music and traditional music by one of Portland’s Premier Irish Ceili Bands from when doors open at 4 p.m. until closing at 9:00 p.m.
Schedule of Activities and Performers:
4:00 Doors Open
4:30 - 7:00 Children’s Activity Area, Face Painting
4:45 Grand Opening with the TVF&R Pipe and Drums Band
5:30 Tír Eoghain Céilí Entertainers
6:00 - 7:00 Parrots-4-Show, live parrot show
6:30 Irish Traditional Band with Mikey Beglan, Dave Cory & Danny O’Hanlon
8:15 Molly Malone Irish Dancers
A corned beef and cabbage dinner is served from 4 to 7:30 and tickets may be purchased at the door. Cold sandwiches, snacks, and drinks are also available."http://www.oregonirishclub.org/stpatricksdayfestival.html
Thursday, March 18, 2-2:45 PM at the Gresham Library, is a special family program "Living History-The Portland Rose Festival Foundation presents an award-winning living history program featuring visits by Georgiana Pittock and Mayor Harry Lane! Learn more about the City of Roses through an interactive presentation."
Friday March 19- Sun March 21 is a Gem Faire at Washington County Fairgrounds. Gems and minerals will be on display and for sale. Admission is $5 for a weekend pass, and kids under 12 are free. Combine it with a trip to the nearby Rice NW Museum of Rocks and Minerals! http://www.gemfaire.com/index.php
Saturday, March 20 is opening day for the big Portland Farmer's Market at PSU! This is one of the earliest to open.
Saturday, March 20 is also the OHEN convention. http://www.ohen.org/convention
Saturday, March 20th the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge in Sherwood is having a wildflower identification class. Unlike a birding expedition, the wildflowers can't run away from wild kids! "What's Growing?---Guided Plant Walk Saturday, March 20th, 9:00am-11:00am Join Refuge Volunteer Botanist, Ginny Maffitt for spring and summer plant walks. Discover what’s blooming and how native plants are vital to healthy wildlife habitats. Be prepared to be outside. We encourage you to bring cameras, plant identification guides if you have them, and nature journals if you like. Binoculars
are always handy for those “watchable wildlife” moments. Meet at Wildlife Center. For more information call Sarah at 503-625-5944 x 234."
Beginning Monday, March 22, Oregon City Public Library will be hosting a series of great activities in honor of spring break. Mon, March 22 - 1:00 pm - Mad Science presents "Up Up and Away" "Let our Mad Scientist teach you about the many uses of that much misunderstood state of matter, gas. Enjoy a Mad Science magic trick and get ready to be dazzled by a series of experiments that feature the awesome power of gas: Air, hot air, air pressure, moving air, smoke and suction are all up for demonstration. Come and let science 'float your boat!' "
Multnomah County Libraries will be having a special tribute to Dr. Seuss in March (his birthday is March 2). "Horton-The magical words of Dr. Seuss will come to life through Emily Alexander of Tears of Joy Theatre. Emily gives voice and body to Horton, the elephant who was faithful 100 percent, and that good for nothing bird, runaway Mazie. This story also includes an inventive circus with monkeys and a tightrope walker." This is a short program, but it sounds really spectacular, so look for it at a library near you!
Tuesday, March 2, 7–7:30 p.m. Fairview-Columbia Library
Wednesday, March 3, 12:15–12:45 p.m. Rockwood Library
Saturday, March 6, 2–2:30 p.m.Central Library, U.S. Bank Room
Tuesday, March 16, 3:30–4 p.m. and 4:30–5 p.m. Woodstock Library. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program.
Wednesday, March 17, 4–4:30 p.m.Hillsdale Library. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program.
Tuesday, March 23, 4–4:30 p.m. Midland Library. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program.
Wednesday, March 24, 11–11:30 a.m.Gresham Library
Saturday, March 27, noon–12:30 p.m. Gregory Heights Library
The Garden Home Community Library in SW will celebrate on March 2. "Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss! Tuesday, March 2nd @ 11am in Room 10. Celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday with stories, activities and CAKE! Feel free to dress like your favorite Dr. Seuss character (but please, no live elephants!) All Ages welcome!"
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge in Sherwood is doing a fun program in March called Puddle Stompers. Here's their description: Wednesdays, March 3rd, 17th & 31st, 10:00am-11:30am Do you have a little one who enjoys being outdoors? Wondering what you can do outside for some rainy day fun? Bring your pre-kindergarten naturalists to the Refuge to stomp in puddles and appreciate the wet weather that makes western Oregon so green! Bring your raingear, rubber boots, and be prepared to get wet and wild. Please register with Jenna Mendenhall (503) 625-5944 x222. This program is free. Limited space available. http://www.fws.gov/tualatinriver/specialevents.html
This is a grownup event, but it seemed so useful for homeschoolers I thought I'd include it. Friday March 5 at 7PM at the Hillsboro Main Library, local author James Davis will be giving a talk. His books include "The Northwest Nature Guide: Where to Go and What to See Month by Month in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia" and "Wild In The City: A Guide to Portland's Natural Areas". Even if you can't make it, these are great books to know about.
Every Saturday in March from 2-3PM, a member of the Oregon Symphony will be at the Tigard Public Library. "Storytimes feature musicians from the Oregon Symphony performing music that enhances and deepens the storytelling experience. Each storytime features one of the four families of musical instruments: strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. A craft session where children make their own instruments out of common household items and an instrument petting zoo follow the storytimes. Children and their parents also receive a specially made bookmark with suggested reading and recommended CD's featuring the storytime instruments." In April, they will be at Holgate Library in SE and in May at the Hillsboro Main Library. http://www.orsymphony.org/edu/storytimes.aspx
Saturday March 6 at 2:00PM at the Ledding Library is a concert of Japanese koto music by Mitsuki Dazai. "The standard koto is a thirteen-stringed zither with a moveable bridge under each string. It was introduced to Japan from China and Korea in the 7th century. Today, the koto has developed as a solo instrument with a wide repertoire and varied playing techniques. Ms. Dazai’s musical background is both diverse as a performer and innovator, playing koto music in different styles. Her performances often incorporate western pop and improvisational elements."
Saturday evening, March 6 from 4-7PM, Tryon Creek State Park is having an Owl Fest. "Portland is teeming with owl activity in the springtime months. If you love owls, come out to Tryon Creek State Natural Area for an evening of owl celebration. Activities for the entire family including owl pellet dissection, book reading and signing by local authors, snacks, guided hikes and up close encounters with the Audubon education owls - Hazel and Julio. Appropriate for all ages. Advance registration not required but guided hikes are on a first come, first served basis. Sign up when you check in."http://www.tryonfriends.org/
I was so surprised to find orchids are common wildflowers here in Oregon. Orchids are fascinating, and it's easy to see how they have earned a devoted following. Saturday March 6 and Sunday March 7 is the Oregon Orchid Show and Sale, being held at the Lloyd Center Doubletree, 1000 Multnomah Blvd. Admission is $7 and there is a $2 off coupon on their website. http://www.oregonorchidsociety.org/2010_show.php
Also Saturday March 6 and Sunday March 7 is the annual SE Area Art Walk. This event is free to the public- just download the map athttp://snackword.netfirms.com/seportlandartwalk.com/default.htm .
Many of the artists will be opening their studios to the public, so if your child would be interested in meeting working artists and seeing how art is made, this is a marvelous opportunity.
On Tuesday, March 9 from 7-8PM at the Tigard Public Library, ZOMBA! -Alberta Rider's Marimba Ensemble will be performing. "Back by popular demand, students from Alberta Rider Elementary will once again share their talent and passion for rhythm. Music will include folk songs form the U.S.A. to Zimbabwe."
Friday, March 12- Wed. March 17 St. Patrick's Day will be celebrated in style at Kells Restaurant. There will be pipers, dancers, livemusic galore and of course Irish food. On Saturday and Sunday, kids and family events are free all day. Lots of details on their website http://www.kellsirish.com/portland/festival.html
On Saturday, March 13 is the Urban Iditarod, a bunch of wackos pretending to be husky dogs pulling shopping cart sleds through the streets of Portland. "In the Alaskan Iditarod, more than sixty dog sled teams race across the frozen tundra from Anchorage to Nome. In our urban version, teams of ‘dogs’ lead by a musher will pull their sleds (shopping carts) through some of Portland’s most scenic areas. These teams of barking humans must negotiate through the unrelenting and unforgiving dangers of Portland’s urban frontier." Doesn't that sound like fun to watch? The website says spectator information will be available on their website the day before. http://www.keepportlandweird.org/urbaniditarod/page2.html
March 13 is also the grand opening of the new Kenton library in North Portland! (It's first day open will actually be March 8, but you have to wait a few days for the festivities). "Jazz and coffee, 10 a.m.–noon Sip coffee from Posies Café while listening to guitarist Anson Wright and bassist Tim Gilson in the lounge. Dedication ceremony, 2 p.m. Director of Libraries Vailey Oehlke, Multnomah County Chair Ted Wheeler, Multnomah County Commissioner Jeff Cogen, Hennebery Eddy Architects' David Wark and Kenton Neighborhood Association President Angela Moos will speak. Cupcakes and lemonade, 2:30 p.m. Provided by Posies Café. Dr. Seuss celebration, 2:30 p.m. & 3:15 p.m. A bilingual performance of One Fish, Two Fish and a special retelling of The Lorax. Truffula trees craft, 4–5 p.m. Twist chenille stems, beads, and colorful wire to create your own silly tree. Cat in the Hat character greeting, 4–5 p.m. Say a special hello to everyone’s favorite Dr. Seuss character."
On Saturday, March 13 10-11AM the Mudeye Puppet Company of North Portland will be in St. John's performing Jooblejumblejam! an all ages puppet show. At Cafe Under the Bridge, in Cathedral Park Place (the old Columbia Sportswear Building), $5 adults, $3 kids, 6635 N Baltimore Ave. Portland, OR 97203 http://www.mudeyepuppets.org/
Murphy's Furniture in Cornelius is sponsoring a St. Patrick's Day parade on Saturday, March 13. The parade starts at 11AM and is followed by a corned beef and cabbage meal.
http://murphysfurniture.net/Events/index.shtm
Also March 13, at 2:30PM at the Hillsboro Main Library, will be the Rick Meyer's Music Show. He will be playing "Pioneer music" on the saw, limberjack, banjo, spoons, noseflute, washboard and ukelele. This show is intended for kids 5 -12.
Saturday evening, March 13 the Portland Storyteller's Guild is having a special event, "Tales about Tails, a night of story’s and songs appropriate for the whole family staring: Sam Butler, Ruth Ann Holman, Terry Jordan and Penny Walter." (Penny is the puppeteer of "Penny's Puppets".) Suggested donation - $5/adult $10/family Kennedy School Community Room, 5736 NE 33rd Ave. PDX.
If you are marking your calendar right now, don't forget this: On Sunday, March 14, 2010 at 2 a.m., Daylight Saving Time begins in the United States.
Sunday, March 14 is Tryon Creek State Park's excellent Kids in Nature program, and the topic is Busy Beavers. 10:00 - 11:30am "Join us for a fun morning exploring the lives of beavers living in Tryon Creek. We’ll learn about their special adaptation, build a dam, and take a walk to see look for beaver activity in the creek. For children ages 4 – 7 accompanied by an adult. Cost: $10/child Pre-registration
required. Phone (503.636.4398)" http://www.tryonfriends.org/
Sunday, March 14 2-3PM at the Central Library downtown is a classical Indian music concert. Possibly a chance to share some totally new sounds with your child! "The Swaranjali Academy of Indian Music will perform different forms of north Indian classical music, including sargam, lakshangeet, tarana and dhrupad. Come listen to a beautiful blend of voices, sitar and tabla. In the Collins Gallery."
McMenamins will also be having family friendly festivities early in the evening of St. Patrick's Day at several of their locations. One of the most promising is the Kennedy School in NE, which will be having a bagpiper, and Irish singer, and Irish dancers all at 5:30, free for all ages. More details can be found on their website http://www.mcmenamins.com/
Also, the All-Ireland Cultural Society will have a big shindig on the 17th. "69th annual St. Patrick’s Day FestivalWednesday, March 17, 2010, 4-9pm, Ambridge Event Center, 376 NE Clackamas Street, Portland, OR $10, $5 students 12-20, free 11 & under with paying adult The All-Ireland Cultural Society of Oregon presents their 69th Annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration. Enjoy continuous entertainment by local Irish dance schools, céilí dancers, bagpipe music and traditional music by one of Portland’s Premier Irish Ceili Bands from when doors open at 4 p.m. until closing at 9:00 p.m.
Schedule of Activities and Performers:
4:00 Doors Open
4:30 - 7:00 Children’s Activity Area, Face Painting
4:45 Grand Opening with the TVF&R Pipe and Drums Band
5:30 Tír Eoghain Céilí Entertainers
6:00 - 7:00 Parrots-4-Show, live parrot show
6:30 Irish Traditional Band with Mikey Beglan, Dave Cory & Danny O’Hanlon
8:15 Molly Malone Irish Dancers
A corned beef and cabbage dinner is served from 4 to 7:30 and tickets may be purchased at the door. Cold sandwiches, snacks, and drinks are also available."http://www.oregonirishclub.org/stpatricksdayfestival.html
Thursday, March 18, 2-2:45 PM at the Gresham Library, is a special family program "Living History-The Portland Rose Festival Foundation presents an award-winning living history program featuring visits by Georgiana Pittock and Mayor Harry Lane! Learn more about the City of Roses through an interactive presentation."
Friday March 19- Sun March 21 is a Gem Faire at Washington County Fairgrounds. Gems and minerals will be on display and for sale. Admission is $5 for a weekend pass, and kids under 12 are free. Combine it with a trip to the nearby Rice NW Museum of Rocks and Minerals! http://www.gemfaire.com/index.php
Saturday, March 20 is opening day for the big Portland Farmer's Market at PSU! This is one of the earliest to open.
Saturday, March 20 is also the OHEN convention. http://www.ohen.org/convention
Saturday, March 20th the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge in Sherwood is having a wildflower identification class. Unlike a birding expedition, the wildflowers can't run away from wild kids! "What's Growing?---Guided Plant Walk Saturday, March 20th, 9:00am-11:00am Join Refuge Volunteer Botanist, Ginny Maffitt for spring and summer plant walks. Discover what’s blooming and how native plants are vital to healthy wildlife habitats. Be prepared to be outside. We encourage you to bring cameras, plant identification guides if you have them, and nature journals if you like. Binoculars
are always handy for those “watchable wildlife” moments. Meet at Wildlife Center. For more information call Sarah at 503-625-5944 x 234."
Beginning Monday, March 22, Oregon City Public Library will be hosting a series of great activities in honor of spring break. Mon, March 22 - 1:00 pm - Mad Science presents "Up Up and Away" "Let our Mad Scientist teach you about the many uses of that much misunderstood state of matter, gas. Enjoy a Mad Science magic trick and get ready to be dazzled by a series of experiments that feature the awesome power of gas: Air, hot air, air pressure, moving air, smoke and suction are all up for demonstration. Come and let science 'float your boat!' "
Tue, March 23 - 1:00 pm - Storyteller Will Hornyak http://www.willhornyak.com/
Wed, March 24 - 1:00 pm - Penny's Puppets presents "The Princess and the Peanut" (Penny is very good, particularly for younger kids).
Fri, March 26 - 1:00 pm - Steve Lattanzi presents "Creature Feature" (He has a traveling reptile show!)
Monday, March 22 at 12PM is the Portland Center for the Performing Arts' Noontime Showcase, a free, family friendly, monthly event. This month the Portland Opera will be presenting "Building Blocks" an opera for kids. Shows are in the lobby of the Antionette Hatfield Hall at 1111 SW Broadway downtown. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge in Sherwood is having special kid activities Tuesday-Friday, March 23rd-26th, 1:00pm-3:00pm "Spring Break Exploration Days---Touch, See, Smell, Ask Questions, Explore. Need a Spring Break adventure? Come discover the natural wonders of wildlife of the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge. This family-oriented event will feature hands-on nature activities for kids. Activities are free. Meet at the Wildlife Center. For more information call Jenna at 503-625-5944 x 222."
Tuesday, March 23, 5-5:45PM at the brand new Kenton Library, "Music in Action!/¡Música en acción! A freewheeling fiesta of songs, creative movement, comedy and audience participation led by the irrepressible (and bilingual) Rich Glauber. Using guitar, accordion and his joyful personality, he turns every show into a community celebration."
Wednesday, March 24 at 2pm at the Ledding Library in Milwaukie: Dragon Theater Puppets Presents "The Pirate & His Pet". "A heroic boy named Joey is on a quest to find his parents, having lost his belongings to one banker's greedy ways. On his journey he meets swash buckling pirates, a courageous mermaid and a timid sea serpent. This brave boy will not settle until his parents are found." http://www.dragontheater.com/default.htm
On Wednesday, March 24 at 11AM the Tualatin Public Library will have storyteller Rick Huddle. "Hailing from a long line of teachers and Southern preachers (and a very short line of one clown), Rick has storytelling in his blood. For the last 10 years, he has been sharing his love of storytelling with children and adults at schools, libraries, festivals, and coffee shops all over the country. With exuberance, and sometimes a guitar sing-a-long, Rick tells humorous and inspiring stories about princesses who slay dragons, monsters that play kickball, and cows that dance. Occasionally, he will even tell a story that lets him sit down."
March 25- April 25 is a Tulip Festival at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Woodburn, Or. This looks really beautiful. http://www.woodenshoe.com/springshow.html
Saturday, March 27, Rose City Astronomers and OMSI will be hosting Star Parties at Rooster Rock and Stub Stewart State Parks to celebrate the vernal equinox, from dusk until 11:30PM. "From beginners to experts of all ages, here's your opportunity to view the stars and other celestial objects up close and personal through telescopes. Viewing highlights may include planets, deep sky objects, and more. Sometimes we can even view the International Space Station passing overhead. There is no formal registration for the event itself, just show up and enjoy the evening. You don't even need a telescope to participate; other members are enthusiastic to share their views. This is a good opportunity for beginners to get acquainted." Please note that these state parks require day use passes for parking. Call (503) 797-4610 #2 after 3PM on the night of the Star Party to confirm it's still on- it's obviously dependent on clear skies. More info here: http://www.rca-omsi.org/sp/index.htm
There will be magic on Wednesday, March 31, 4-4:45PM at the Hillsdale Library. "Magician Bob Eaton performs amazing, magical feats. Expect to participate!"
Please note that April is "The Month of the Young Child" and Multnomah County Libraries have a lot of special free programs geared towards toddlers, some of which begin in March. (I won't be listing them here, since this list is really geared towards kids a little older.) Check them out here: http://www.multcolib.org/events/youngchild.html
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