Join us for the 19th Annual Friendship Connections Strawberry Social and enjoy a relaxed afternoon filled with fresh strawberry treats, games, and connection. This free, inclusive event is open to everyone. Come spend time with friends old and new, soak up the summer vibes, and celebrate community together. Please bring a camp chair if you have one! No need to register. Sponsored by ISN, RCO, PCL, Benton DD & SPARC.
Dance Now! – Pirates Theme Join Dance Now! for an inclusive, pirate-themed afternoon of music, movement, and fun. Open to individuals with disabilities who are high school age and older, this free event offers a welcoming space to dance, connect, and express yourself. Date: July 16 Time: 2:00–4:00 PM Location: Bob Chisholm Community Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside Dance Now! meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Costumes are encouraged—come ready to join the pirate party!
July 17 & 24 | 4-7pm | This is a community resource event full of resource tables, activities and food! Friday, July 17 | Salem Evangelical Church: 2545 4th St NE, Salem, OR 97301 Friday, July 24 | Saint Edwards Church: 5303 River Rd N, Keizer OR 97303
Rev up the fun at Advocate Access NW’s Community RC Club! Join Adam and Kris for an engaging, hands-on gathering featuring remote control car activities, friendly competition, and prizes. This event takes place on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 11 AM–12 PM at McCormick Park (covered area). Enjoy a light lunch, connect with others, and experience the excitement—everyone is welcome!
Join The Connections Club for a fun afternoon to come build a project with Legos (which you get to take home and keep). Legos and light snacks/drinks will be provided. Register at: Support Fun with Legos! - Salem - Sunday 7/19, 12:30 pm - 2:30pm | PledgeIt for Charities
Join Oregon COAAST Network’s Self-Advocacy Group, a welcoming monthly meet-up for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Held every third Tuesday from 1:30–2:30 PM, this group offers a supportive space to connect, share experiences, and build self-advocacy skills. Parents are encouraged to attend with youth ages 13 and under. Registration is required, and Spanish-language services are available.
Join SPARC of St Helen's for a discussion about online, phone, and mail fraud and how to protect yourself.
Join SPARC (Self Protection, Advocacy and Rights Council) for an evening of community, connection, and advocacy on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at the PCL Administrative Office (Columbia Room) in Monmouth. The event kicks off with a BBQ favorites potluck from 5:30–6:30 PM, followed by the SPARC meeting from 6:30–7:30 PM. Bring a dish to share and enjoy good food while connecting with others who are passionate about self-advocacy and community inclusion. A virtual option is also available for the meeting portion beginning at 6:30 PM via Google Meet (access may be limited). All are welcome! Come learn, share, and support SPARC’s work empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
July 24 | 4-7pm | This is a community resource event full of resource tables, activities and food! Friday, July 24 | Saint Edwards Church: 5303 River Rd N, Keizer OR 97303
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 the I/DD Community in Clatsop County for a fun, welcoming day at Cullaby Lake North Shelter! This free, all-ages event features a BBQ lunch, music by DJ Ben Johnson, lawn and cornhole games, ice cream, snow cones, and opportunities to connect with individuals, families, service providers, and community organizations. Come together to enjoy good food, build relationships, and celebrate the local I/DD community. Sunday, July 26, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM.
Join NeuroNavigations Northwest for an evening of food, fun, and connection at the Food Truck & Friendship Festival! Designed for neurodivergent individuals and the I/DD community, this welcoming event features delicious food truck options, games, raffles, and opportunities to make new friends in an inclusive environment. General admission is free, with games and raffle tickets available for purchase on-site.