Join the Community RC Club for a fun morning of remote-control car activities at McCormick Park! Participants can enjoy hands-on RC car experiences, connect with others in the community, and take part in activities, prizes, and a light lunch. The club meets on the third Saturday of each month and welcomes all experience levels.
Join Salem Capital Pride for its 49th year of bringing the LGBTQIA2S+ community together, with Pride in the Park 2026! Our casual community celebration of Pride is bigger than ever. We’ve got over 200 booths with handmade items from queer vendors, free resources, and services for everyone. We have a full lineup of entertainment, a variety of food trucks, activities, and much more. Celebrate the LGBTQIA2S+ community with us on Saturday, September 19th from 11 AM to 6 PM at Riverfront Park in Salem, OR.
Paint & Pizza at The Jordan Center Join Advocate Access NW for an afternoon of creativity, community, and pizza! Hosted by Bradley Viles and Jennifer Kirk, this fun and inclusive event welcomes participants of all ages to enjoy painting in a relaxed, supportive environment. They provide all the art supplies and pizza. You bring your creativity! Paint & Pizza is held every third Saturday of the month and is open to everyone. Come create, connect, and enjoy a slice with friends old and new! For more information, contact Advocate Access NW.
Beach Buddies and ISN are teaming up to bring you an End of Summer Picnic! Open to adults (18+) of all abilities. At the Depoe Bay Community Hall on September 19 from 1:30-3:30pm. Join us for an afternoon filled with delicious hot dogs, burgers, chips and water as well as outdoor and indoor activities. FREE! SAVE THE DATE! Be sure to register on the Beach Buddies website (registration opens closer to the event): Home | Beach Buddies
Premier Community Supports is offering a week of free events to those living with an Intellectual/Developmental Disability. It is Coastal Craft Camp! All events are from 1-3pm at the Premier's Lincoln office: September 21: Bubble Art September 22: Paint Pouring September 23: Decoupage Shells September 24: Galaxy Jar September 25: Mosaic Lantern Please use the link to register.
OSAC’s annual Inclusive Leadership Summit brings together self-advocates, family members, professionals and state leaders. Join us for an afternoon of insightful presentations, engaging discussions, and networking opportunities focused on topics important to Oregonians with I/DD. Breakfast and lunch are included in your ticket if attending in person (limited number of tickets available). There are also tickets available for attending the conference online as well.
Monthly Movie Fun at the Elsinore presents Ice Age (2002). This is part of a special series of free movies for adults experiencing disability. Qualifying adults are clients of Marion or Polk county DD Services, Resource Connections of Oregon (RCO), or Integrated Services Network (ISN). The password is available from each adult’s case manager and will remain the same for all movies in this series. Captions will be on and the volume will be reduced compared to other movie showings to respect and make welcome those with sound sensitivities. Movies in the series will take place every third Tuesday at 1pm through June 2027.
Join People First of Corvallis, a welcoming and inclusive self-advocacy group for individuals in the intellectual and developmental disabilities community. This monthly meeting provides a safe space to connect, share experiences, build skills, and advocate for positive change together. Meetings are held on the fourth Friday of each month from 5:00–6:00 PM at the Corvallis Community Center (Oak Room), 2601 NW Tyler Ave. The space is ADA accessible, and snacks and drinks are provided. Come learn, connect, and make your voice heard!
Join Essential Services for a day at the Portland Zoo. This event is free to attend; however, there are limited tickets so you MUST RSVP (see link). Please Note: You must be at the gate on time (no later than 1pm) for entry tickets. Food and drinks will not be provided. You are encouraged to bring a sack lunch. **The zoo does not take cash.** No open toe shoes or flip flops allowed for this event.
Monthly Movie Fun at the Elsinore presents The Haunted Mansion (2003) This is part of a special series of free movies for adults experiencing disability. Qualifying adults are clients of Marion or Polk County DD Services, Resource Connections of Oregon (RCO), or Integrated Services Network (ISN). The password is available from each adult's case manager and will remain the same for all movies in this series. Captions will be on and the volume will be reduced compared to other movie showings to respect and make welcome those with sound sensitivities. Movies in the series will take place every third Tuesday at 1pm through June 2027.
Join NeuroNavigations Northwest for I/DD Adult Prom: Neon Nights, an inclusive celebration for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and those who identify as neurodiverse. October 22 and 23, 5:30pm–8:30pm at 1230 State St, Salem. Enjoy music, dancing, neon lights, snacks, drinks, prizes, and raffles (included with reservation). Calmer space and sensory items will be offered on-site separate from the dance room. Please choose one night per individual. Spots are first come first serve. $20 entry tickets. Support persons may attend free but must be limited to one per individual due to the building's capacity limits.
Join NeuroNavigations Northwest for I/DD Adult Prom: Neon Nights, an inclusive celebration for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and those who identify as neurodiverse. October 22 and 23, 5:30pm–8:30pm at 1230 State St, Salem. Enjoy music, dancing, neon lights, snacks, drinks, prizes, and raffles (included with reservation). Calmer space and sensory items will be offered on-site separate from the dance room. Please choose one night per individual. Spots are first come first serve. $20 entry tickets. Support persons may attend free but must be limited to one per individual due to the building's capacity limits.