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An open lab for anyone who wants to explore the Makerspace, use the equipment, and make projects with guidance from room assistants. Attendees can get help learning the basic use of the tools and technology, and there is also a featured project available each month for participants to try. Adults…

Makerspace Open Labs are for anyone who wants to check out the space and use our equipment to make cool things. Room assistants are available to guide you in the basic use of the tools and technology. Come in with an idea and leave with a finished project! For more information about the Makerspace…

Mystic Society of Creative Magics Empaths (Craft, Drink & Draw Night) takes place at Coffee Beer. This recurring Wednesday event runs every Wednesday from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM through Dec 2, 2026.

Makerspace Open Labs are for anyone who wants to check out the space and use our equipment to make cool things. Room assistants are available to guide you in the basic use of the tools and technology. Come in with an idea and leave with a finished project! For more information about the Makerspace…

A bilingual STEAM program for children ages 3–5 and their families, this event invites young learners and their grown-ups to explore early science and engineering concepts together. Attendees can expect a hands-on experience with OMSI’s educators that encourages experimentation, questions, and…

Makerspace Open Labs are for anyone who wants to check out the space and use our equipment to make cool things. Room assistants are available to guide you in the basic use of the tools and technology. Come in with an idea and leave with a finished project! For more information about the Makerspace…

Unit Souzou’s School of Taiko drumming class is for all skill levels at The Reser. Join esteemed instructors and explore your unique voice through the drum.

This free lecture demonstration offers an introduction to the movement language of Taiwanese dance company Hung Dance and the ideas behind their acclaimed work *Birdy*. Attendees can expect to learn how the company blends traditional Chinese exercises and materials with contemporary dance, hear…

A hands-on workshop for children ages 3–5 and their families to explore early science and engineering concepts together. Attendees can take part in playful challenges that involve building, testing, designing, and improving while learning through experimentation, questions, and collaboration. This…

The short story is a powerful medium of storytelling.This workshop will explore how to get started on writing the short story– thinking through inspirations, exploring ways of writing compelling short story beginnings, and focussing on how to draw the reader in as you move the story forward from…

Explore ways plot functions in the short story, with tips and examples to guide you. This is a free drop in class offered at the Portland Book Festival. All attendees must acquire a wristband before entering the class venue. Space is limited.

A bilingual OMSI workshop for young children ages 3–5 and their families, this program invites curious kids to explore early science and engineering concepts together. Attendees will use their five senses to learn, ask questions, and wonder about Sasquatch while thinking about the many ways people…

An interactive workshop for educators working with preschoolers, this event focuses on the Engineering Design Process through hands-on activities and storytelling for context. Attendees will practice creating engineering activities, discuss ways to adapt engineering practices for young learners…