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Fall Guide

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Sunday, December 7th, 4pm-6pm
Happy Valley City Hall Parking Lot

Kick-off the holiday season with one of Happy Valley’s most beloved traditions. Guests will enjoy a variety of festivities including musical entertainment, refreshments, and the lighting of the official Happy Valley tree. This is an outdoor event, so be sure to dress for the weather.

Field Trip Friday – Brew Lights at the Oregon Zoo

November 14th, 4:30pm – 9:00pm

Kick off the holiday season with this festive 21+ event offering a dazzling sneak peek of the ZooLights experience — minus the crowds and kids — and featuring samples from some of the best local craft breweries, cideries, and distilleries. Explore as the zoo is transformed into a glowing wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights and whimsical animal-themed displays!

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Field Trip Friday – A Day at Portland Art Museum & Powell’s Books

December 12th, 9:30am – 3:30pm

Get ready for an inspiring day browsing all open exhibitions and galleries at Portland Art Museum, including a stunning retrospective of Yoshida Chizuko! Then lose yourself in shelves and stories while you dive into treasures at the world’s largest independent bookstore and discover what captures your imagination.

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ACTIVENet Online Registration Portal

Register through ACTIVENet for programs with Happy Valley Parks and Recreation! ACTIVENet’s online and in-person registration portal will allow community members to conveniently access Happy Valley Parks and Recreation facility rentals, programs, activities, classes, and more from anywhere, anytime!

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, Nov 17th, 10:30am – 4pm

We’re teaming up with the Red Cross to host a blood drive at City Hall on July 9th. All blood types are urgently needed. Donate blood and help save lives. As a thank you, register to donate on July 9th and receive an exclusive pair of American Red Cross sunglasses while supplies last!

Babysitter Training

Monday, November 3rd, 9:30am-2:30pm

This in-person babysitter class gives you access to child care information, tips, and can answer all your questions so that you’re ready to start babysitting! With lecture and engaging class activates, these courses are informative and fun.

Healthier Baking for the Holidays

November 21st, 6:30pm-7:30pm

Learn how to lighten up your favorite holiday treats without sacrificing flavor in this fun, hands-on class. Enjoy a live baking demo, take home unique ingredients, and pick up seasonal tips for mindful indulgence. Perfect for all skill levels—bring your holiday spirit and sweet tooth!

Intro to the Myth of Tea

Nov 20th, 6:30pm-8pm

Join Cup of Tea for an immersive tea class that uncovers how to deepen a personal and meaningful connection with tea. With an emphasis on mindfulness, we’ll explore the natural world of tea, as well as the art of brewing and tasting.

Rocks From Space: The Oldest Rocks on Earth

Sept 15th – Nov 3rd, Mondays 7pm – 8pm

Explore the fascinating history of meteorites and their role in understanding our planet’s origins in this 8-week astronomy course. This course covers prehistoric and ancient records of meteorites, groundbreaking scientific revolutions in their study, early theories about their origins, and insights into their chemistry, mineralogy, and dating methods that reveal the origin and history of our solar system.

Skyhawks Sports Classes

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Skyhawks Sports has partnered with Happy Valley Parks and Rec to provide several sports programs to choose from.

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Soccer Shots

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Soccer Shots has partnered with Happy Valley Parks and Rec to provide several soccer programs to choose from.

For more information on Soccer Shots summer kid’s soccer classes:
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Kidokinetics

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Happy Valley Parks and Recreation is excited to partner with Kidokinetics to offer programs:

Fall Sportsplay Clinic

Halloween No School Fun Day

Veteran’s Day No School Ninjaplay!

Journey to STEAM

Journey to STEAM is your go-to for innovative and customizable LEGO education programs for students grades K-8, weaving together science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) using the power of LEGO. Perfect for enriching after-school experiences, community engagement, and fostering holistic learning in schools. Stay tuned for the programming we’ve partnered with Journey to STEAM to offer this Fall.

LEGO Game Makers

Oct 7th – Dec 9th, Tuesdays 4:15pm-5:15pm

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Sashiko Workshops

Monday, Nov 17th, 1pm-2pm

Learn the mindful and artistic practice of Sashiko — a traditional Japanese embroidery technique known for its decorative stitching and practical roots. In these one-hour beginner-intermediate workshops, students will be introduced to the history, purpose, and patterns of Sashiko while completing a small project to take home.

Home Scent Workshops

Saturday, Nov 8th, 6pm-8pm

Saturday, Dec 20th, 6pm-8pm

Design your own custom-scented candle, reed diffuser, and aromatic spray in this hands-on workshop. Learn the basics of scent blending, explore seasonal fragrance tips, and enjoy a cozy, creative atmosphere with optional tea and snacks available for purchase.

Sweet Lomy Glass Art

Learn the fundamentals of glass cutting and layering to make beautiful, whimsical glass art pieces! No experience needed in these fun fused glass workshops we have partnered with Sweet Lomy to offer this Fall:

Holiday Ornaments – Nov 18th, 5:30pm-8pm

Venvino Art Studios

Venvino Art Studios has partnered with us to offer the following programs this Fall:

Learn to Sculpt with Clay: Kitchen Essentials

Nov 6th – Nov 20th, Thursdays 6pm-7:30pm

Tippi Toes Dance Classes

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Explore our dance class options for girls and boys age 18 months – 11 years. Students are encouraged and celebrated while being taught the fundamentals of dance! Choose from the following Fall programs below:

Baby Ballet – Ages 2-4yrs

Ballet, Tap and Jazz – Ages 3-5yrs

Toddler and Me – Ages 18 months – 3yrs

Chair Yoga

A gentle introduction to yoga to improve balance, flexibility, and strength without the use of a mat. Chair Yoga works the whole body with a mixture of stretching, yoga, and calisthenics. This in-person 8-week series is ideal for those that have mobility issues or have never tried yoga before. The class begins and ends with meditation to integrate all that the body has learned. Join us in person and feel the benefits of movement, breath, and relaxation.

Chair Yoga Series

November 6th – December 18th, Thursdays 10:30am-11:30am

Providence Basecamp Prevention & Wellness Classes

From Tai Chi to Yoga, these FREE virtual classes are powered by Basecamp Prevention + Wellness, part of Providence Heart Institute.

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance (Beginners) *Virtual Class

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance *Virtual Class

Chair Yoga *Virtual Class

Gentle Yoga *Virtual Class

Scholarships Available – Happy Valley Parks & Recreation Foundation

Are you in need of financial assistance? Scholarship opportunities are available through the Happy Valley Parks & Recreation Foundation for any Happy Valley Parks and Recreation programs. The Happy Valley Parks & Recreation Foundation (HVPRF) is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

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*Scholarships are also available for programs run through Happy Valley Parks and Recreation’s partner providers.

Buy a Brick Program
Purchase a commemorative brick in support of Happy Valley’s local parks and leave a lasting mark that will be cherished by the community for years to come. Your personalized brick will help support ongoing operations and maintenance at our beloved city parks.