Join Jessie, Friendly House Enrichment Coordinator, for some cozy afternoons of fall-themed crafting, creativity, and connection! Whether you consider yourself crafty or have never picked up a glue stick, everyone is welcome to create at their own pace. September 1: Paper Apples & bookmarks September 8: Paper Bats & Witch Hats October 6: Fall & […]
Enjoy the crisp autumn air and beautiful fall foliage while exploring Forest Park and our NW neighborhood! Join the Friendly House community for weekly walks where we’ll choose our route together and take in the changing colors of the season. Walks depart from the Crawford Building rain or shine, so grab your walking shoes and […]
This is a free, drop-in bridge club for LGBTQ+ older adults and allies of all player levels. Please check in at the Crawford Building’s front desk. Wednesdays • 12:30pm–2:30pm • Free! • Friendly House: 1737 NW 26th Ave, Portland, OR
Enjoy folk dances from around the world with long-time dancers and NW neighbors Sue and Carol. All levels are welcome for easy, low-impact dancing that meets every Thursday. These dances are very easy to learn, no dance experience is required, and newcomers are always welcome to join anytime! Join this friendly group anytime. First time attendance […]
A beginner, low-intensity, and impact strength training workout designed for those with movement considerations. Through the use of props such as weights and resistance bands, we will perform exercises to help increase your bone density and range of motion, improve balance, and build muscle strength. This class can be adapted depending on your fitness level […]
In this class, we’ll practice yoga poses and mindfulness techniques to increase flexibility, strength and resilience in the body and mind. You can do this class on a mat, in a chair or a blend of the two. Each class begins with a centering practice and then moves into a series of yoga poses adapted […]
Enjoy the crisp autumn air and beautiful fall foliage while exploring Forest Park and our NW neighborhood! Join the Friendly House community for weekly walks where we’ll choose our route together and take in the changing colors of the season. Walks depart from the Crawford Building rain or shine, so grab your walking shoes and […]
Explore core teachings, mindfulness, and compassion in an accessible, beginner friendly way with Frankie, a trauma informed instructor certified through the Mindful Life Program. Each class begins with a gentle, guided meditation, offering space to settle the mind, connect with the breath, and arrive fully in the present moment. From there, participants will be introduced […]
Experience the healing power of sound. In these restorative sound baths, you'll be guided through a soothing sonic journey using a 36” German crafted gong, crystal singing bowls, Koshi chimes, and a coast drum. Let the gentle vibrations and layered tones release lingering tension, invite ease, and support a sense of openness and balance. Like […]
Learning, action, socializing, fun: all with a secular focus. Weekly free presentation by expert & ample Q&A Sunday mornings at Friendly House—10am 1st Sunday each month includes music & childcare May 3—People’s Depot: Redeeming bottles & Valuing People May 10—The Sky Islands of the Arizona/Mexico Border May 17—Nursing in the Nation State: The Interwar Balkans […]
Learning, action, socializing, fun: all with a secular focus. • Weekly free presentation by expert & ample Q & A • Sunday mornings at Friendly House—10am • 1st Sunday each month includes music & childcare Sept 6—Authoritarianism and the Lure of Certainty Sept 13—Genetically Modified Skeptic: Debating Ruined My Life Sept 20—Oregon Organ Donation Program […]
Join Jessie, Friendly House Enrichment Coordinator, for some cozy afternoons of fall-themed crafting, creativity, and connection! Whether you consider yourself crafty or have never picked up a glue stick, everyone is welcome to create at their own pace. September 1: Paper Apples & bookmarks September 8: Paper Bats & Witch Hats October 6: Fall & […]
Enjoy the crisp autumn air and beautiful fall foliage while exploring Forest Park and our NW neighborhood! Join the Friendly House community for weekly walks where we’ll choose our route together and take in the changing colors of the season. Walks depart from the Crawford Building rain or shine, so grab your walking shoes and […]
Monthly facilitated discussion groups on topics important to older adults. These interactive conversations provide a forum for discussion as well as opportunities to explore new possibilities and resources. This series is presented by Portland Parks & Recreation in partnership with Multnomah County's Older Adult Behavioral Health Team. July 14: Giving Up the Keys Quitting driving […]
This is a free, drop-in bridge club for LGBTQ+ older adults and allies of all player levels. Please check in at the Crawford Building’s front desk. Wednesdays • 12:30pm–2:30pm • Free! • Friendly House: 1737 NW 26th Ave, Portland, OR
Enjoy folk dances from around the world with long-time dancers and NW neighbors Sue and Carol. All levels are welcome for easy, low-impact dancing that meets every Thursday. These dances are very easy to learn, no dance experience is required, and newcomers are always welcome to join anytime! Join this friendly group anytime. First time attendance […]
This is a dynamic book club that goes beyond traditional reading. Each month, members select a book to dive into, followed by exciting field trips related to the story’s themes, like visiting local museums or other Portland destinations. Join fellow readers each month to dive into a new book and enjoy creative activities or field […]
This is a dynamic book club that goes beyond traditional reading. Each month, members select a book to dive into, followed by exciting field trips related to the story’s themes, like visiting local museums or other Portland destinations. Join fellow readers each month to dive into a new book and enjoy creative activities or field […]
A beginner, low-intensity, and impact strength training workout designed for those with movement considerations. Through the use of props such as weights and resistance bands, we will perform exercises to help increase your bone density and range of motion, improve balance, and build muscle strength. This class can be adapted depending on your fitness level […]
In this class, we’ll practice yoga poses and mindfulness techniques to increase flexibility, strength and resilience in the body and mind. You can do this class on a mat, in a chair or a blend of the two. Each class begins with a centering practice and then moves into a series of yoga poses adapted […]
How does the Harmony Circle work? You pick a song from a songbook of classic pop and folk songs from the 60s and 70s (Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young; The Beatles; John Denver; Simon & Garfunkel; Peter, Paul, & Mary; etc.) then our talented guitarist will lead us through the verses and we’ll create our […]
Enjoy the crisp autumn air and beautiful fall foliage while exploring Forest Park and our NW neighborhood! Join the Friendly House community for weekly walks where we’ll choose our route together and take in the changing colors of the season. Walks depart from the Crawford Building rain or shine, so grab your walking shoes and […]
Explore core teachings, mindfulness, and compassion in an accessible, beginner friendly way with Frankie, a trauma informed instructor certified through the Mindful Life Program. Each class begins with a gentle, guided meditation, offering space to settle the mind, connect with the breath, and arrive fully in the present moment. From there, participants will be introduced […]
Facilitated by the volunteers from the City of Roses Death Forum, this is an open and respectful conversation about the topic of death with no agenda, objectives, or themes. We will introduce ourselves, including what brought each of us to the Cafe, and allow discussion to flow. We end with a brief check-out on how […]
Learning, action, socializing, fun: all with a secular focus. Weekly free presentation by expert & ample Q&A Sunday mornings at Friendly House—10am 1st Sunday each month includes music & childcare May 3—People’s Depot: Redeeming bottles & Valuing People May 10—The Sky Islands of the Arizona/Mexico Border May 17—Nursing in the Nation State: The Interwar Balkans […]
Learning, action, socializing, fun: all with a secular focus. • Weekly free presentation by expert & ample Q & A • Sunday mornings at Friendly House—10am • 1st Sunday each month includes music & childcare Sept 6—Authoritarianism and the Lure of Certainty Sept 13—Genetically Modified Skeptic: Debating Ruined My Life Sept 20—Oregon Organ Donation Program […]
Join Jessie, Friendly House Enrichment Coordinator, for some cozy afternoons of fall-themed crafting, creativity, and connection! Whether you consider yourself crafty or have never picked up a glue stick, everyone is welcome to create at their own pace. September 1: Paper Apples & bookmarks September 8: Paper Bats & Witch Hats October 6: Fall & […]
Enjoy the crisp autumn air and beautiful fall foliage while exploring Forest Park and our NW neighborhood! Join the Friendly House community for weekly walks where we’ll choose our route together and take in the changing colors of the season. Walks depart from the Crawford Building rain or shine, so grab your walking shoes and […]
This is a free, drop-in bridge club for LGBTQ+ older adults and allies of all player levels. Please check in at the Crawford Building’s front desk. Wednesdays • 12:30pm–2:30pm • Free! • Friendly House: 1737 NW 26th Ave, Portland, OR
Enjoy folk dances from around the world with long-time dancers and NW neighbors Sue and Carol. All levels are welcome for easy, low-impact dancing that meets every Thursday. These dances are very easy to learn, no dance experience is required, and newcomers are always welcome to join anytime! Join this friendly group anytime. First time attendance […]
Every Friday night, we host Community Nights in the Friendly House Community Center. We open up our doors to everyone from 5:30pm – 8pm, no matter if you are a member or not. You can access the internet center, go to our open gym or work out in our fitness center, hit the showers, or […]
A beginner, low-intensity, and impact strength training workout designed for those with movement considerations. Through the use of props such as weights and resistance bands, we will perform exercises to help increase your bone density and range of motion, improve balance, and build muscle strength. This class can be adapted depending on your fitness level […]
In this class, we’ll practice yoga poses and mindfulness techniques to increase flexibility, strength and resilience in the body and mind. You can do this class on a mat, in a chair or a blend of the two. Each class begins with a centering practice and then moves into a series of yoga poses adapted […]
Join us on Saturday, September 19, from 11am–3pm to commemorate the opening of our newly remodeled Brentano building. As well as dedication of the building and tours throughout the day, we'll have a street fair filled with free activities, food, music, and entertainment. Come see our new building and help us celebrate! Activities and Entertainment: […]
Enjoy the crisp autumn air and beautiful fall foliage while exploring Forest Park and our NW neighborhood! Join the Friendly House community for weekly walks where we’ll choose our route together and take in the changing colors of the season. Walks depart from the Crawford Building rain or shine, so grab your walking shoes and […]
Explore core teachings, mindfulness, and compassion in an accessible, beginner friendly way with Frankie, a trauma informed instructor certified through the Mindful Life Program. Each class begins with a gentle, guided meditation, offering space to settle the mind, connect with the breath, and arrive fully in the present moment. From there, participants will be introduced […]
Learning, action, socializing, fun: all with a secular focus. Weekly free presentation by expert & ample Q&A Sunday mornings at Friendly House—10am 1st Sunday each month includes music & childcare May 3—People’s Depot: Redeeming bottles & Valuing People May 10—The Sky Islands of the Arizona/Mexico Border May 17—Nursing in the Nation State: The Interwar Balkans […]
Learning, action, socializing, fun: all with a secular focus. • Weekly free presentation by expert & ample Q & A • Sunday mornings at Friendly House—10am • 1st Sunday each month includes music & childcare Sept 6—Authoritarianism and the Lure of Certainty Sept 13—Genetically Modified Skeptic: Debating Ruined My Life Sept 20—Oregon Organ Donation Program […]
Join Jessie, Friendly House Enrichment Coordinator, for some cozy afternoons of fall-themed crafting, creativity, and connection! Whether you consider yourself crafty or have never picked up a glue stick, everyone is welcome to create at their own pace. September 1: Paper Apples & bookmarks September 8: Paper Bats & Witch Hats October 6: Fall & […]
Enjoy the crisp autumn air and beautiful fall foliage while exploring Forest Park and our NW neighborhood! Join the Friendly House community for weekly walks where we’ll choose our route together and take in the changing colors of the season. Walks depart from the Crawford Building rain or shine, so grab your walking shoes and […]
This is a free, drop-in bridge club for LGBTQ+ older adults and allies of all player levels. Please check in at the Crawford Building’s front desk. Wednesdays • 12:30pm–2:30pm • Free! • Friendly House: 1737 NW 26th Ave, Portland, OR
Enjoy folk dances from around the world with long-time dancers and NW neighbors Sue and Carol. All levels are welcome for easy, low-impact dancing that meets every Thursday. These dances are very easy to learn, no dance experience is required, and newcomers are always welcome to join anytime! Join this friendly group anytime. First time attendance […]
Every Friday night, we host Community Nights in the Friendly House Community Center. We open up our doors to everyone from 5:30pm – 8pm, no matter if you are a member or not. You can access the internet center, go to our open gym or work out in our fitness center, hit the showers, or […]
A beginner, low-intensity, and impact strength training workout designed for those with movement considerations. Through the use of props such as weights and resistance bands, we will perform exercises to help increase your bone density and range of motion, improve balance, and build muscle strength. This class can be adapted depending on your fitness level […]
In this class, we’ll practice yoga poses and mindfulness techniques to increase flexibility, strength and resilience in the body and mind. You can do this class on a mat, in a chair or a blend of the two. Each class begins with a centering practice and then moves into a series of yoga poses adapted […]
Enjoy the crisp autumn air and beautiful fall foliage while exploring Forest Park and our NW neighborhood! Join the Friendly House community for weekly walks where we’ll choose our route together and take in the changing colors of the season. Walks depart from the Crawford Building rain or shine, so grab your walking shoes and […]
Explore core teachings, mindfulness, and compassion in an accessible, beginner friendly way with Frankie, a trauma informed instructor certified through the Mindful Life Program. Each class begins with a gentle, guided meditation, offering space to settle the mind, connect with the breath, and arrive fully in the present moment. From there, participants will be introduced […]
Learning, action, socializing, fun: all with a secular focus. Weekly free presentation by expert & ample Q&A Sunday mornings at Friendly House—10am 1st Sunday each month includes music & childcare May 3—People’s Depot: Redeeming bottles & Valuing People May 10—The Sky Islands of the Arizona/Mexico Border May 17—Nursing in the Nation State: The Interwar Balkans […]
Learning, action, socializing, fun: all with a secular focus. • Weekly free presentation by expert & ample Q & A • Sunday mornings at Friendly House—10am • 1st Sunday each month includes music & childcare Sept 6—Authoritarianism and the Lure of Certainty Sept 13—Genetically Modified Skeptic: Debating Ruined My Life Sept 20—Oregon Organ Donation Program […]
Join Jessie, Friendly House Enrichment Coordinator, for some cozy afternoons of fall-themed crafting, creativity, and connection! Whether you consider yourself crafty or have never picked up a glue stick, everyone is welcome to create at their own pace. September 1: Paper Apples & bookmarks September 8: Paper Bats & Witch Hats October 6: Fall & […]
Enjoy the crisp autumn air and beautiful fall foliage while exploring Forest Park and our NW neighborhood! Join the Friendly House community for weekly walks where we’ll choose our route together and take in the changing colors of the season. Walks depart from the Crawford Building rain or shine, so grab your walking shoes and […]
This is a free, drop-in bridge club for LGBTQ+ older adults and allies of all player levels. Please check in at the Crawford Building’s front desk. Wednesdays • 12:30pm–2:30pm • Free! • Friendly House: 1737 NW 26th Ave, Portland, OR
Enjoy folk dances from around the world with long-time dancers and NW neighbors Sue and Carol. All levels are welcome for easy, low-impact dancing that meets every Thursday. These dances are very easy to learn, no dance experience is required, and newcomers are always welcome to join anytime! Join this friendly group anytime. First time attendance […]
Every Friday night, we host Community Nights in the Friendly House Community Center. We open up our doors to everyone from 5:30pm – 8pm, no matter if you are a member or not. You can access the internet center, go to our open gym or work out in our fitness center, hit the showers, or […]
A beginner, low-intensity, and impact strength training workout designed for those with movement considerations. Through the use of props such as weights and resistance bands, we will perform exercises to help increase your bone density and range of motion, improve balance, and build muscle strength. This class can be adapted depending on your fitness level […]
In this class, we’ll practice yoga poses and mindfulness techniques to increase flexibility, strength and resilience in the body and mind. You can do this class on a mat, in a chair or a blend of the two. Each class begins with a centering practice and then moves into a series of yoga poses adapted […]
Facilitated by the volunteers from the City of Roses Death Forum, this is an open and respectful conversation about the topic of death with no agenda, objectives, or themes. We will introduce ourselves, including what brought each of us to the Cafe, and allow discussion to flow. We end with a brief check-out on how […]
Enjoy the crisp autumn air and beautiful fall foliage while exploring Forest Park and our NW neighborhood! Join the Friendly House community for weekly walks where we’ll choose our route together and take in the changing colors of the season. Walks depart from the Crawford Building rain or shine, so grab your walking shoes and […]
Explore core teachings, mindfulness, and compassion in an accessible, beginner friendly way with Frankie, a trauma informed instructor certified through the Mindful Life Program. Each class begins with a gentle, guided meditation, offering space to settle the mind, connect with the breath, and arrive fully in the present moment. From there, participants will be introduced […]
Experience the healing power of sound. In these restorative sound baths, you'll be guided through a soothing sonic journey using a 36” German crafted gong, crystal singing bowls, Koshi chimes, and a coast drum. Let the gentle vibrations and layered tones release lingering tension, invite ease, and support a sense of openness and balance. Like […]
Learning, action, socializing, fun: all with a secular focus. Weekly free presentation by expert & ample Q&A Sunday mornings at Friendly House—10am 1st Sunday each month includes music & childcare May 3—People’s Depot: Redeeming bottles & Valuing People May 10—The Sky Islands of the Arizona/Mexico Border May 17—Nursing in the Nation State: The Interwar Balkans […]
Learning, action, socializing, fun: all with a secular focus. • Weekly free presentation by expert & ample Q & A • Sunday mornings at Friendly House—10am • 1st Sunday each month includes music & childcare Sept 6—Authoritarianism and the Lure of Certainty Sept 13—Genetically Modified Skeptic: Debating Ruined My Life Sept 20—Oregon Organ Donation Program […]
Note: Pickleball sessions are scheduled on Pickleballheads.com and are not listed on our calendar. Visit our pickleball page for more information: fhpdx.org/pickleball