Oktoberfest coming October 5th

Fall Guide

Silver Falls State Park: Trail of Ten Falls Hike

September 25th, 8:30am – 4:30pm

Join us as we venture back to beautiful Silver Falls State Park for a narrated history tour and witness ten stunning waterfalls on what is always an invigorating and memorable day!

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Field Trip Friday: Hood River Fruit Loop

September 20th, 9:30am – 5:15pm

A unique rural farm experience awaits you in the beautiful Hood River Valley! Join us to explore portions of the Hood River Fruit Loop on this day trip where you will encounter fruit stands, fields of flowers, and magnificent orchards.

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Field Trip Friday: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl

October 18th, 4:00pm – 9:00pm

Are you ready to experience the dark side of Portland’s past and meet the real ghosts that haunt its streets? This Portland Ghosts tour will show you the wickedly bizarre side of this charming city. Sample a local collection of craft beer and complete the experience with dinner at Old Town Pizza after the tour.

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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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First AID/CPR/AED Training

September 13th and November 8th

9:30am-2:00pm, Happy Valley City Hall

Babysitter Training

Monday, November 4th 

9:30am-4:00pm, Happy Valley City Hall

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.

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Cup of Tea

Welcome to Tea

September 21st, October 19th, and November 16th

Explore the world of Camellia sinensis! Taste various teas while learning their origins, processing methods, and unique flavor profiles in this NEW immersive hands-on tea class with Susie Sisk of Cup of Tea.

Sweet Lomy

Learn the art of glass fusing by cutting, glueing and layering bits of vibrant colorful glass. You will be guided through the process and given many ideas to copy and are also welcome and encouraged to bring your own creative concepts into your work!

Fused Glass Plate Workshop
*RESCHEDULED* October 8th – 6pm-8pm

Glass Ornament Workshop
November 12th – 5pm-7pm

Glass Snowflake Workshop
December 10th – 6pm-8pm

Astronomy l : Solar Sytem

September 30th – November 18th

Mondays

7pm – 8pm

Join Derek Sears, an Emeritus professor and NASA scientist, for an exciting 8-week course on astronomy. Learn about the solar system, the Earth, and the universe in this interactive class that includes lecture, conversation, and stargazing. No prior astronomy knowledge required.

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Sunrise Taekwondo

3-Week Trial Membership

*Special offer* September 1st – October 15th

We’re thrilled to announce our 𝗡𝗘𝗪 partnership with Sunrise Taekwondo! For a limited time, sign up for a 3-week trial membership through Happy Valley Parks and Recreation, and receive a 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺!

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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.

Kids sports programs.
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Soccer Shots

All classes held at Happy Valley Park

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

Kids soccer classes.
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Kidokinetics Camps

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Happy Valley Parks and Recreation is excited to partner with Kidokinetics to offer the following programs.

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Youth Basketball Open Gym

Nov. 5th – Dec. 10th, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Ages 10-17

FREE!

Grab your basketball and a buddy and meet us on the court! Open Gym is an opportunity for youth to practice their basketball skill, shoot hoops with their friends, and stay active! Tuesday nights at Scouter’s Mountain Elementary School. Open Gym is open to all Happy Valley residents.

*Liability waiver required.

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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.

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Engineering for Kids Camps

Discover the extraordinary world of STEM during Engineering For Kids’ Summer of Exploration! Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math fill the world around us. STEM connects to everything in our lives from planning a city to using computers to space travel. EFK Summer Camps provide kids with a hands-on immersive experience as they explore STEM concepts in the world around them.

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Tippi Toes Dance Classes

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Explore our dance class options for girls and boys age 18 months – 10 years. Students are encouraged and celebrated while being taught the fundamentals of dance! Choose from the following spring programs below:

Baby Ballet – Ages 2-4yrs

Ballet, Tap and Jazz – Ages 3-5yrs

Toddler and Me – Ages 18 months – 3yrs

Venvino Art Classes

Venvino Art Studios is partnering with Happy Valley Parks and Rec to bring you a variety of fun art classes & youth camps!

Create and Learn Series – Join an expert painter for these fun and creative lessons! With your registration, you’ll get a 1.5hr session and an 8″ x 10″ canvas panel. Your instructor will show you how to use different brushes, colors, and abstract techniques. Classes take place from 6pm-7:30pm on Friday evenings.

Impressionism and Trees – September 6th

Painting Pumpkins – October 4th

Winter Woods and Snow – November 1st

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance (Beginners) * VIRTUAL CLASS

This introductory class welcomes those wishing to learn the initial forms of the Tai Chi practice with a desire to gain confidence, stability, strength, and mobility in a fun and supportive environment. Class powered by Basecamp Prevention + Wellness, part of Providence Heart Institute.

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Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance * VIRTUAL CLASS

Participants will build upon their knowledge from our Tai Chi Beginners class and continue to gain confidence, stability, strength, and mobility in a fun and supportive environment. Class powered by Basecamp Prevention + Wellness, part of Providence Heart Institute.

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Chair Yoga * VIRTUAL CLASS

A wonderful chair-based yoga practice for those who prefer to stretch and move their bodies while staying off the floor. Classes combine gentle movement and intentional breath in both seated and standing poses. Class powered by Basecamp Prevention + Wellness, part of Providence Heart Institute.

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Gentle Yoga * VIRTUAL CLASS

The practice of gentle yoga combines mindful movement and breath with standing, seated, and restful floor-based practices to nourish the body, mind, and heart. Class powered by Basecamp Prevention + Wellness, part of Providence Heart Institute.

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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.