Be prepared to discover your best self as a writer! In this workshop, you have the opportunity to write the ideas that you've always wanted to put into words. You might even find that you have more to say than you thought. Whatever form that suits you is fine – short story, memoir, essay, poetry. Or […]
The Hudson River School was a mid-19th century American art movement focused on landscape painting, emphasizing the grandeur and beauty of the natural world, particularly the Hudson River Valley and the American West. Key figures include Thomas Cole, Asher B. Durand, Albert Bierstadt and several successful women artists, including Julie Beers and Harriet Peale. Influenced […]
The Feldenkrais Method is an extraordinary approach to learning through movement. Explore gentle, mindful movement, you'll develop awareness of how you move and reconnect with your body's ability to find more efficient organization and ease. Whether you're recovering from injury, wanting to improve performance of physical activity, or looking to enhance your creativity, these lessons […]
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 […]
Come join Reid Vanderburgh as he takes us on a historical journey of Pride and how it has shaped our local celebrations. Portland's first Pride event was a protest march in 1976; fifty years later, the Portland Waterfront Pride Festival & Parade was named the Festival of the Year by the Oregon Festivals and Events […]
Attend a free Aware and Prepared Skillshare in your community and get earthquake-ready together. Sometimes it’s hard to know which steps to take, but research shows that the most effective emergency preparedness strategy is to connect with your neighbors! We’ve gathered a wealth of information and tangible resources and will help guide your next steps […]
Are you concerned about yourself or a loved one? Have you or someone close to you recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease? This introductory presentation offers a clear and approachable overview of Parkinson’s, a chronic neurological condition that can impact movement as well as mood, memory, and daily life. We’ll cover what to expect, available […]
The Feldenkrais Method is an extraordinary approach to learning through movement. Explore gentle, mindful movement, you'll develop awareness of how you move and reconnect with your body's ability to find more efficient organization and ease. Whether you're recovering from injury, wanting to improve performance of physical activity, or looking to enhance your creativity, these lessons […]
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 […]
Join a supportive, action focused conversation for individuals navigating student loan debt. This working group brings people together to share experiences, exchange resources, and explore practical strategies for managing loans held individually or with family. While each situation is unique, we are united by a shared experience. Together, we will build knowledge, confidence, and community […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Feldenkrais Method is an extraordinary approach to learning through movement. Explore gentle, mindful movement, you'll develop awareness of how you move and reconnect with your body's ability to find more efficient organization and ease. Whether you're recovering from injury, wanting to improve performance of physical activity, or looking to enhance your creativity, these lessons […]
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 […]
The Feldenkrais Method is an extraordinary approach to learning through movement. Explore gentle, mindful movement, you'll develop awareness of how you move and reconnect with your body's ability to find more efficient organization and ease. Whether you're recovering from injury, wanting to improve performance of physical activity, or looking to enhance your creativity, these lessons […]
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 […]
One of the many glories of the Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation at New York’s American Museum of Natural History is an 8000 square foot gallery devoted to the study of insects, including a vivarium with free-flying butterflies, and a host of other six-legged animals that keep our planet green and growing. […]
The Feldenkrais Method is an extraordinary approach to learning through movement. Explore gentle, mindful movement, you'll develop awareness of how you move and reconnect with your body's ability to find more efficient organization and ease. Whether you're recovering from injury, wanting to improve performance of physical activity, or looking to enhance your creativity, these lessons […]
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 […]
This FREE community education series provides clear, practical information on homeownership, housing decisions, and financial planning at every stage of life. Led by Robert Altvater, Realtor with Keller Williams Portland Central, these welcoming workshops provide a pressure free environment focused on learning, discussion, and empowering attendees to make informed housing decisions. July: Understanding Today's Housing […]
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 […]
The Feldenkrais Method is an extraordinary approach to learning through movement. Explore gentle, mindful movement, you'll develop awareness of how you move and reconnect with your body's ability to find more efficient organization and ease. Whether you're recovering from injury, wanting to improve performance of physical activity, or looking to enhance your creativity, these lessons […]
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 […]
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