Garden Home Recreation Center

Features & Activities

Special Events

• Mon Apr 03 at 8:00 AM - Deaf History Month

  Join us at the Garden Home Recreation Center from April 3-7 for a self-guided tour of our Deaf History Month displays!

  National Deaf History Month is an annual observation that takes place March 13 to April 15 and commemorates three significant milestones in history of the deaf community, including the appointment of the first deaf president at Gallaudet University, the founding of Gallaudet University and the American School for the Deaf. 

  During this time we honor the contributions of deaf individuals and the deaf community to our country, and raise awareness about the ongoing advocacy work organizations undertake to make life easier and more inclusive for the deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. 

  Join us to learn more about the rich history of the deaf coummunity in our society. Free admission. 

  
  
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• Fri Apr 21 at 4:30 PM - Rec Mobile Special Event with Oregon Pokemon

  Hey there, Poké-fans! Are you crazy about both the Pokémon Trading Card Game and the Pokémon video games? Then get ready to join in on the fun with other Pokémon players who share your love for collecting and playing.

  THPRD's Rec Mobile and Oregon Pokémon are partnering up to bring you an awesome FREE event! Mark your calendars and come to the Garden Home Recreation Center every third Friday of the month from 4:30-6:30 pm, now through September.

  Find us at 7475 SW Oleson Road, Portland, Oregon 97223. If you have any questions, just give us a call at 503-629-6341. Keep in mind, the schedule may change, so make sure to check our website for updates.

  Get ready to catch 'em all and have a blast at the Rec Mobile Special event with Oregon Pokémon!

  
  
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• Sat Apr 22 at 11:00 AM - Día de los Niños

  Día de los Niños is a day we celebrate children, families, reading, and the different cultural backgrounds of every individual. We are partnering with the Garden Home Community Library!

  Spread the word and join us on this day to enjoy a traditional Folk dancing group performance, food vendors, lotería, arts and crafts, a caricature artist, balloon artist and more!

  Admission to this community event is FREE!

  
  
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• Sat Apr 29 at 11:00 AM - Marhaba Arab Community Event

  Join us at Garden Home Recreation Center to celebrate Arab American Heritage Month. This free event will offer a variety of family friendly activities for all to enjoy. Learn about THPRD programs and services while enjoying Arabic music, food, exploring local vendors and getting together with other families.

  This event is a collaboration with the Arabic House of Oregon and the Garden Home Community Library.

  Admission is free and everyone is welcome!

  
  
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• Fri May 19 at 8:00 AM - Armed Forces Day

  The Garden Home Recreation Center invites the community to celebrate Armed Forces Day with a self-touring event on Friday, May 19 from 8 am - 8 pm.

  Visitors will have the opportunity to explore and honor the contributions of the five branches of the United States Armed Forces. The event will feature historical displays and information. 

  The event is free and open to all. So, come come out and show your support to the brave men and women who have served our country. 

  
  
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Volunteer Opportunities

• Sat Apr 22 at 10:45 AM - Día de los Niños at Garden Home Rec Center / Día de los Niños en Garden Home Rec Center

  Volunteer at this fun, family-oriented event! Provide assistance setting up for the event, greeting event attendees, assisting with crafts and games, and cleaning up after the event. Please bring a reusable water bottle to drink from throughout your shift. Spanish-bilingual skills are preferred for this event.

  ¡Sea voluntario en este divertido evento orientado a la familia! Ayude con la preparación del evento, salude a los asistentes, colabore con las manualidades y los juegos, y limpie después del evento. Traiga su propio desinfectante para manos, mascarilla y una botella de agua reutilizable para beber durante su turno. Por favor trae una botella de agua reutilizable.

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• Sat Apr 29 at 9:00 AM - Marhaba Arab Celebration at Garden Home Rec Center / Celebración árabe de Marhaba en Garden Home Rec Center

   Learn more about our local Arabic community, while volunteering at this event! Marhaba is held to honor the Arabic community in Beaverton and the holiday Eid El Fitr, as well as Arab American Heritage Month. Volunteers will provide assistance setting up for the event, greeting event attendees, assisting with crafts and games, and cleaning up after the event. Please bring your own hand sanitizer, face mask and a reusable water bottle to drink from throughout your shift.

   Aprenda más sobre nuestra comunidad árabe local mientras se ofrece como voluntario en este evento! Marhaba se celebra para honrar a la comunidad árabe en Beaverton y la festividad de Eid El Fitr y el Mes de la herencia árabe americana. Los voluntarios ayudarán a preparar el evento, saludar a los asistentes, colaborar con las manualidades y los juegos y limpiar después del evento. Traiga su propio desinfectante para manos, mascarilla y una botella de agua reusable para beber durante su turno.

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• Sat Jun 03 at 9:00 AM - Restore the Natural Areas along the Fanno Creek Trail / Restauración de Áreas Naturales que se encuentran en Fanno Creek Trail

  Help us remove English ivy from the natural areas along the Fanno Creek Trail! Please bring a reusable water bottle to drink from throughout the day. Tools and gloves will be provided.

  ¡Ayúdenos a remover hiedra inglesa de los espacios naturales que se encuentran en Fanno Creek Trail! Favor de traer su propio desinfectante de manos, cubrebocas y su botella de agua reutilizable para beber durante su turno. De ser posible, les pedimos traigan sus propios guantes y herramientas de jardinería.

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