Holding space for people living with disabilities to make connections. FREE Do you… Struggle to meet new friends? Have a hard time with social communication? Just want to make connections and build relationships? Come… Connect with friends. Connect with your community. Connect with resources. Different Activities Every Month! Board Games ~ Bonfires ~ Movies ~ Music
Join Essential Services for their monthly bowling event at The REC in Keizer. This event is completely free to attend and is open to everyone in the I/DD community.
The Connection Club is hosting Fun with Legos at the IKEBOX in Salem. Join for an afternoon of fun to come build a project with Legos (which you get to take home and keep). Legos and light snacks/drinks will be provided. In partnership with Autism Society of Oregon and Alliance Services. Sign up here: Support Fun with Legos! - Salem - Sunday 5/17, 12:30 pm - 2:30pm | PledgeIt for Charities
Join the community for the 2026 Disability & Mental Health Resource Fair, a collaborative event hosted by North Santiam, Cascade, and Santiam Canyon School Districts. This free event offers an opportunity to connect with a wide range of local service providers and organizations dedicated to supporting individuals and families. Attendees can explore resources including ISN, DSP Connections, Vocational Rehabilitation, Santiam Hospital, Marion County Employment, Willamette ESD Early Intervention, and more. Come meet community partners, ask questions, and learn about services available to support disability and mental health needs.
May 23 | 11am-2pm Riverfront Park, Saturday, May 23, 2026: Autism Walks – Autism Society of Oregon
This dance is free and open to individuals who are 18 years or older. Light snacks and beverages will be provided for attendees. There will be games, legos and tables to sit at as well. If you need support, please have your chosen support person attend with you. No onsite support professionals will be provided. Please register: Support 70's Dance & Game Night - 18+ Only - Salem - Monday 6/8 | PledgeIt for Charities
Holding space for people living with disabilities to make connections. FREE Do you… Struggle to meet new friends? Have a hard time with social communication? Just want to make connections and build relationships? Come… Connect with friends. Connect with your community. Connect with resources. Different Activities Every Month! Board Games ~ Bonfires ~ Movies ~ Music
Come enjoy a fun evening while meeting others and making connections. Projector showing: Hoppers (2026) Dinner: Pizza, Many Snacks Options, Water, Apple Juice, and Capri Sun Other Activities: Crafts, Coloring, Scratch Art, Legos Sensory Space with Bean Bags, Comfy Chairs, Weighted Plush, and Fidgets Please Register: Support Dinner and a Movie Night - Salem - June 14 - 6:30pm - 8:30pm | PledgeIt for Charities
Join Essential Services for a fun-filled evening of bowling, community, and connection! This free, all-ages event is open to everyone in the I/DD community. Stop by The Rec (3500 River Rd. N., Keizer) on Friday, June 19th from 4–7 PM to enjoy friendly competition and great company. Be sure to RSVP through the events tab at ESOREGON.com to save your spot!
Join Connections NW for a casual Pizza Party on Thursday, June 25 from 12–2 PM at Pietro’s Pizza in Salem (1637 Hawthorne Ave NE). Enjoy great food, connect with staff, and build community in a fun, relaxed setting. Please RSVP to 971-288-0775.
Celebrate summer at the Marion County Fair, returning to the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem from July 9–12, 2026. This beloved annual event brings the community together for four days of fun with live entertainment, carnival rides, 4-H and FFA exhibits, contests, vendors, and classic fair food favorites. From animal exhibits and hands-on activities to main stage performances and family-friendly attractions, there’s something for all ages to enjoy. Special themed days, live music, and nonstop activities make it a perfect outing for families, friends, and community members alike. Fair hours vary by day, with festivities running Thursday noon–10 PM, Friday and Saturday 10 AM–11 PM, and Sunday 10 AM–6 PM. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the “Made in Marion” spirit and experience one of the region’s favorite summer traditions. Please note that there is an admission cost (about $6, plus parking), but you may be able to find a deal or special!
Holding space for people living with disabilities to make connections. FREE Do you… Struggle to meet new friends? Have a hard time with social communication? Just want to make connections and build relationships? Come… Connect with friends. Connect with your community. Connect with resources. Different Activities Every Month! Board Games ~ Bonfires ~ Movies ~ Music