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Community Events
See Me. iAm. HEAR: A Creative Activation of Youth Voices of Color
July 31: 12 – 4pm | Portland Art Museum Courtyard and Madison Street Plaza
The Portland Art Museum is collaborating with the City of Portland’s “Supporting Community Healing with Art” initiative and many partners to transform the Madison Plaza into a vibrant creative space activated by and for youth. The event includes poetry, open mic, print-making, journaling, art-installations, DJ workshops, free ice cream, and more! Portland Art Museum webpage.
Help Shape the Future of Mill City Park
August 3
5:30pm – 6:30pm: Arabic, Burmese/Karen, Nepali, Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese speakers
6:30pm – 7:30pm: All community members welcome
Come share your ideas for the new city park, and learn about the master plan. Kids are welcome. Free snacks available.
All guests will be required to follow up-to-date public health guidance related to COVID-19. Meeting materials and comment form will be available online following the event.
Visit the Mill Park project webpage for details
Academic/Educational
Multnomah County Library Summer Reading Game
June 16 – August 31, 2021
Kids of all ages can play the Summer Reading game by starting a daily reading habit. In addition, the library will have lots of fun interactive virtual performances, storytelling, and arts and crafts for kids and families. Kids can participate online or hard copy.
Saturday Academy Camps
Engage your mind & hands! Summer camps and classes for students in grades 2-12 in science, tech, engineering, math, and the arts! Tuition assistance is available on a sliding scale based on household income and family size. There is no application. View Saturday Academy camp information
DDSD Summer Intercambio
David Douglas is holding a special series this summer. Intercambio, a language exchange, is a meeting space for people to practice a new language with a native speaker in a conversational, informal setting. Our mission is to implement Intercambio for schools and community members to develop relationships, and foster communication between diverse groups.
View Intercambio schedule and details
SUN Elementary Summer Activity Kits
DDSD elementary SUN Sites are creating activity kits full of summer fun for students and families. The kits will be available in late July. If interested in receiving a kit for your family, please complete this SUN Activity Kit form.
Oregon Rail Heritage Center
2250 SE Water Ave. Portland OR 97214
Learn all about locomotives at Portland’s railway museum. Visitors can tour exhibits, the machine shop and locomotives. Portland is the only U.S. city to own two operating steam engines. Explore and get up close to these giant marvels of the past. Admission is free.
The museum is a few days a week. Visit the Oregon Rail Heritage Center website for the current hours.
Recreational
Kids Bowl Free – Portland KingPins
3550 SE 92ND AVE, PORTLAND
Children grades K-8 can bowl free at May 1st through September 30th. To register for the free bowling program visit the KingPins website.
Soccer Camp
The high school soccer program is hosting a youth summer soccer camp Monday, August 2nd – Thursday, August 5th for K-8th grade girls and boys.
When: 6-8pm – August 2nd-5th
Location: DDHS football field – 1500 SE 130th Ave
Cost: $25 – Additional children in the same family are $20 each | Cash or Check accepted. Make checks out to DDHS girls soccer. Each camper will receive a camp T-shirt.
- Registration Process:
Forms are available at schools and the District Office.- Pre-registration:
Mail forms and payment to:
David Douglas High School
Attn: Amy McQueen – Head Soccer coach
1001 SE 135th Avenue, Portland, OR 97233 - Registration First Day of Camp
Participants can also register at the field on the first day of camp
- Pre-registration:
Camp Contact:
Suzie Albin -Community Sports Recreation Program Assistant
503-261-8369 | suzie_albin@ddsd40.org
Amy McQueen – Head coach
amy_mcqueen@ddsd40.org
Volleyball & Girls Basketball Camp
When: Monday, August 9th – Tuesday, August 10th
Time: 9am-12pm
Location: David Douglas High School, North gym – 1001 SE 135th Ave
Cost: $30 – includes T-shirt
- Registration Process:
Forms available at schools and the District Office- Pre-Register:
Mail registration and payment to:
David Douglas High School
Att: Janeen Rainey Scots – sports camp
1001 SE 135th Ave. Portland, Or 97233 - Register first day of camp
Participants can also register the first day of camp
- Pre-Register:
Camp Contact:
Janeen Rainey janeen_rainey@ddsd40.org
Football Camp
The high school football program is hosting a youth summer football camp Monday August 9th through Thursday, August 12th for 3rd-8th graders (boys and girls).
When: 10:30am-12:30pm – August 9th-12th
Location: High school football field – 1500 SE 130th
Cost: $10 cash or check payable to DDHS football
Registration: Registration forms are available at schools, food pantry sites / by mail / at the field on the first day of camp (10am). Registration includes a camp T-shirt.
Details: Bring a water bottle and sunblock. Participants can wear cleats but they are not required. Metal cleats are NOT allowed. Covid guidelines are constantly changing. Camp organizers will keep you updated with those changes as the time approaches.
Contact Contact: Suzie Albin | 503-261-8369 | suzie_albin@ddsd40.org
Portland Parks and Rec Summer Free for All Programming
Check out Portland Parks and Recreation website for summer programs and offerings. Activities include:
Outdoor/Nature
Audubon Society of Portland
5151 NW Cornell Rd.
Trails open dawn to dusk (See website for business hours)
The Audubon’s sanctuary is an excellent way to spend some time with your little ones. They have four miles of trails, birds, a wildlife center and nature store. Admission is free. See the Audubon Society for visitor details.
Bonneville Lock and Dam
About 40 miles east of Portland
Bonneville Lock and Dam has three recreational areas, a fishing area, fish hatchery, trails and a visitor center. It’s a fun and educational visit for the whole family! Feed rainbow trout, see large sturgeon and peer throw observation windows to spot fish making their way up the ladder. Admission is free.
Check visitor information when planning a trip. Some features are open seasonally.
Leach Botanical Garden
The main entrance is just south of 122nd and Foster intersection. (Parking lot at 122nd and Claybourne).
Free admission but ticket reservations are required
This is a gem right in our DDSD backyard! Take a self guided hike through the 16 acre wooded garden. As of spring 2021, the trails include an aerial walkway!
Admission is currently free but visitors need to reserve tickets ahead of their visit. Parties of more than 10 need to arrange their visit more than a week in advance.
Learn more about the garden and reserve tickets on the Leach Botanical Garden website.
Zenger Farm – Farm Days
11741 SE Foster Rd
Open Farm Days are a chance for family and friends to enjoy and explore the farm. Visitors can tour the farm, volunteer in our gardens, and participate in a variety of fun activities. Read more details and register on Zenger’s website.
Tryon Creek Nature Area
11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd
There is a lot to explore at Tryon Creek. The 658 acres park features 8 miles of hiking trails (.3 miles paved for accessibility), 3 miles of bike paths and educational programming. View the Tryon Creek webpage for details.
