• All Abilities Race (Scappoose and Virtual)

    Columbia

    Get ready to unleash your inner superhero! Join Columbia County DD Program for the First Annual All Abilities Race on Saturday, August 16th, at the Scappoose High School Track! This is more than just a race; it's a chance to support our local Community Developmental Disabilities Program and help create exciting new events and community engagement for their clients. Hosted by Columbia Community Mental Health, this superhero-themed event is for all ages and abilities. Every step counts! Event Details: Date: Saturday, August 16Location: Scappoose High School TrackTime: Check-in begins at 9:00 AM, Race starts at 10:00 AM Choose your challenge! We have both in-person and virtual options: In-Person Race: 800M: $151600M: $255K: $45Virtual Race: 800M: $101600M: $205K: $35 Ready to lace up your capes? Register today: https://runsignup.com/.../EveryStepCountsAllAbilitiesRace

  • SPARC Video Party (Seaside)

    Clatsop

    Join SPARC (Self Protection, Advocacy and Rights Council) for an evening of pizza, games, prizes, and conversations around social media and advocacy. The Self Protection, Advocacy and Rights Council (SPARC) is a self-advocacy group established in 2001. It is comprised of, and governed by, self-advocates who make all the decisions that govern the activities, finances, time and education of its members. SPARC meets once a month to discuss local- and national-level issues that affect people with disabilities and advise policymakers. Tuesday, August 19, 2025 ~ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Bob Chisholm Community Center ~ Meeting Room 1 & 2 ~ 1225 Avenue A, Seaside, OR 97138 Everyone is welcome! Register by clicking here and completing the form!

  • Coastal Self Advocacy Meeting (Virtual)

    Virtual
    Clatsop

    Join Sammy’s Place for the NEW Coastal Self-Advocacy zoom meeting! This is a great opportunity to connect with others and get involved in advocacy in your area. This meeting is every 3rd Tuesday from 4:30-5:30 pm. Please register by completing the Google Form linked here. This meeting is for individuals and families with IDD.

    Free
  • Assistive Technology Webinar (Virtual)

    Virtual
    Community Partner

    Technology Solutions Training for Self-Advocates & Families: Learn about Assistive Technology, Adaptive Devices, and everyday items for independence. Find out about the funding process and more. Bring your questions!WHOSelf-Advocates and People with Developmental DisabilitiesFamilies, Friends, and CaregiversWHENTuesday, July 29, 2025 5:30-7:00-pm (English only session) https://us02web.zoom.us/.../reg.../UUhxqLJ5TgK1FFbaD1Xazw...Wednesday August 20, 2025 5:30-7:00pm (with Spanish interpretation (con interpretación en español)) https://us02web.zoom.us/.../reg.../oxCiYa4pTDCZ7ab71qDzuw...Click the links to register!

    Free
  • Client Appreciation Carnival (St. Helens)

    McCormick Park 475 S 18th St., St. Helens, OR, United States
    Columbia

    Join Columbia DD Program for their joyous carnival, a vibrant celebration honoring remarkable individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This incredible event promises to be filled with fun, inspiration, and unforgettable moments, leaving a lasting legacy for everyone involved. There will be games, food, resource tables, and more! 

    Free
  • Dance Now (Seaside)

    Bob Chisholm Community Center 1225 Avenue A, Seaside, OR, United States
    Clatsop

    Dance Now is a free dance hosted each month in Clatsop County on the third Thursday. It is open to all people with disabilities who are high school age and older. This month’s theme will be hats.

    Free
  • YCCO Family Picnic (McMinnville)

    Discovery Meadows Community Park 1300 SW Cypress Ln, McMinnville, OR, United States
    Resource Fair

    Yamhill Community Care Organization (YCCO) is hosting a family picnic in McMinnville. Join them for a picture-perfect day filled with sunshine, prizes, and a free family resource fair all while having a delightful picnic in the park. What can you expect: Access to local community resources. Games for children and adults to be played for a chance to win exciting prizes. McMinnville families will be provided a delicious meal by a proud sponsor of the YCCO Early Learning Hub Family Picnic, Mama Gordita’s Kitchen, located in Dallas, OR. For more information, contact 971-461-0532 or email Shealyn Wippert, swippert@yamhillcco.org. Visit yamhillearlylearning.org for upcoming events and resources. Check out the flyer here!

    Free
  • NeuroConnect (Scappoose)

    Scappoose FourSquare Church 33404 SW JP West Rd., Scappoose, OR, United States
    Columbia

    Check out Neuroconnect - A Neurodiverse Community Alliance (no diagnosis required) This is a great chance to meet other parents, guardians, caregivers, family, young adults, and people with neurodivergencies. 1st hour will be dinner 2nd hour is spent in age divided support groups discussing topics advocated for by members such as navigating friendships, building skills, mental health, etc. For questions, reach out to Elise at 458-261-8036 See the flyer here for more information!

  • Benton DD Community Gathering (Corvallis)

    Avery Park and Natural Area 1200 SW Avery Park Dr, Corvallis, OR, United States
    Benton

    Come to the park for a great evening of entertainment, snacks, games, crafts, information, and resources! This is an opportunity to connect iwth other members of the Benton County Developmental Disability Community. Contact 541-766-6847 for more information and accommodations.

    Free
  • SPARC Monthly Meeting (Monmouth and Virtual)

    PCL Administrative Office 480 Main St. East, Monmouth, OR, United States
    Polk

    SPARC is a self-advocacy group, with a branch in Monmouth. Everyone is welcome to join! This group meets monthly to hold a potluck and meeting. Each meeting has a different topic, this month will be around affordable housing! Potluck: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Meeting: 6:30pm - 7:30pm You can join in person or virtually. In person: PCL Administrative Office Virtually via this link!

  • MMIP Awareness Walk (Independence)

    Riverview Park 555 S Main St., Independence, OR, United States
    Community Partner

    Join Ampkwa Advocacy for the 2nd annual Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples (MMIP) walk! They are coming together to raise awareness to MMIP, support families, and continue the work of healing and prevention. This event is open to everyone who wants to stand with them and be a part of the work. More event information is coming, please visit this website to stay up to date and to register for the event.

    Free
  • Punx in the Park (Salem)

    Salem Riverfront Park 200 Water St. NE, Salem, OR, United States
    Marion

    Salem's annual Punx in the Park is happening on August 31st at the Salem Riverfront Park amphitheater. This event is a resource fair and free concert. Check out the website here to learn more! A FREE event open to the public at Riverfront Park and Amphitheater in downtown Salem, OR. Free meals for youth ages 11-18 from amazing local food trucks. Food available for purchase for adults. Live Punk Show with local bands selected by our youth community. Access to “Elder Punx” on site for mentorship. An event rich with 50+ community resource booths. Youth Speakers sharing lived experiences and personal success stories. Free clothing closet for youth ages 11-18. Band booths for meet and greets. Merch Booths and giveaways. And so much more!

    Free