Disaster Preparedness for Parents with Disabilities Webinar (Virtual)
2025-07-21 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
People with disabilities are often excluded from conversations about emergency preparedness. This includes parents with disabilities who need to keep themselves and their children safe during a disaster. Join Brandeis University as they learn from Shari Myers and Melissa Marshall from the Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies. They will discuss emergency preparedness best practices for disabled parents and their families. Shari and Melissa will talk about building a realistic emergency kit, sheltering in place while disabled, and knowing your rights as a disabled person during a disaster. Attendees will also hear from two National Research Center for Parents with Disabilities’ Advisory Board members, Judy Brown and Morénike Giwa-Onaiwu, about their personal experiences with emergency preparedness and disaster response.
They will be providing ASL and Zoom automated captions. For any other accommodations, please contact us at lurie@brandeis.edu as soon as possible. For an optimized user experience, please use a laptop or tablet. If you use a phone, you will only be able to see either the presenter or the ASL interpreter at one time.
Register by following this link.

Ice Cream Social with Project Search (McMinnville)
2025-07-22 13:30 - 15:00 | ISN McMinnville Office, 1322 SW Baker St., McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Come enjoy ice cream and learn about Project SEARCH internships and how they can benefit you, your family, and friends.
Project SEARCH is a nationally acclaimed 9-month internship program for the I/DD community. MV Advancements is looking for applicants for the 2026 cohort. Come to the event or visit mvadvancements.org to learn more.
The event begins on July 22nd at 1:30 at the ISN McMinnville office.

Friendship Connection's Strawberry Social (Corvallis)
2025-07-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Avery Park and Natural Area, 1200 SW Avery Park Dr, Corvallis, OR, 97333, United States
Join us for Benton County’s Friendship Connections event! This is our annual Strawberry Social event, partnering with a number of other agencies including RCO, Benton CDDP, PCL, and SPARC.
There will be food, games, arts and crafts, and opportunities for building connections and friendships! Please RSVP to your PA to help us have an accurate estimate for food.
Wednesday, July 23rd
1:00pm-3:00pm
Avery Park Lions Shelter
This event was originally planned for the previous week, but was postponed due to the extreme heat advisory.

SPARC Monthly Meeting (Monmouth and Virtual)
2025-07-23 17:30 - 19:30 | PCL Administrative Office, 480 Main St. East, Monmouth, OR, 97361, United States
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 OSAC (Oregon Self Advocacy Coalition) and advocacy!
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!

Corvallis Celtic Festival
2025-07-24 - 2025-07-27 | Oregon
July 24th – 27th | Corvallis, OR
https://www.corvalliscelticfestival.org/

Prisms Summer Dance (Monmouth)
2025-07-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Prisms Art and Community Center, 215 Main St. E, Monmouth, OR, 97361, United States
Prisms Art and Community Center is hosting a July Summer Dance! Dance tickets are $5 and all are welcome!

Fun Fridays (Keizer)
2025-07-25 16:00 - 19:30 | Oregon
Friday, July 25 | Saint Edwards Church: 5303 River Rd N, Keizer OR 97303
A community resource event full of tables, activities and food!
Each event is from 4pm – 7:30pm.

MMCI Summer Picnic (Tillamook)
2025-07-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Carnahan Park, 798 5th St., Tillamook, OR, 97141, United States
Marie Mills Center, Inc. (MMCI) is working ISN to hold a summer picnic! There will be food, face painting, a scavenger hunt, raffle prizes, and more! Come join us!
Please bring your own lawn chairs to ensure there is enough seating for all.

Summer Dance (Corvallis)
2025-07-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis, OR, 97330, United States
The Arc of Benton County will be hosting an Island Breeze Summer Dance at the Corvallis Community Center! This event is open to all adults with disabilities and their support, ages 18+. This is a great chance to meet new people, hang out with old friends, dance, and have fun!
Cost: $5 cash at the door.

Assistive Technology Webinar (Virtual)
2025-07-29 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-08-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Virtual
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!

Benton County Fair and Rodeo (Corvallis)
2025-07-30 - 2025-08-02 | Oregon
July 30th – August 2nd | Corvallis, OR
https://www.bentoncountyfair.net/

Field Day at Jaquith Park (Newberg)
2025-07-30 14:30 - 17:30 | Jaquith Park, 1215 N Main St., Newberg, OR, 97132, United States
Join Autism Society of Oregon and Alliance Services for a Field Day in the Park! There will be games, crafts, activities, food, and more! This event is open to all individuals with disabilities.
Register by following this link: https://charity.pledgeit.org/fieldday

YCCO Family Picnic (Sheridan)
2025-07-31 16:00 - 19:00 | Sheridan City Park, 601 NE Yamhill St., Sheridan, OR, 97378, United States
Yamhill Community Care Organization (YCCO) is hosting a family picnic in Sheridan. 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.
Sheridan families will enjoy Domino’s Pizza.

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!

Homer Davenport Days (Silverton)
2025-08-01 - 2025-08-03 | Oregon
August 1st – 3rd | Silverton, OR
Parade, arts & crafts, food court, live music, Homer’s own Brew Fest, and more!
https://www.homerdavenport.com/homer-days

Riverfront Family Fest (Salem)
2025-08-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Salem Riverfront Park, 200 Water St. NE, Salem, OR, 97301, United States
An annual health and safety fair, Riverfront Family Fest is free to attend and features 65 vendors and family-friendly activities focused on increasing the quality of life for children and parents in our community.
Held at Salem’s Riverfront Park the first Saturday of each August, Riverfront Family Fest is one of the largest child-friendly community events in Salem with nearly 4,000 parents and children each year. This health and safety resource fair is free to attend. With a range of family-friendly activities, Riverfront Park comes to life, providing a safe and fun place for families to spend time with each other and to build new relationships with other community members.

Wine County Pride Street Fair (McMinnville)
2025-08-03 11:00 - 18:00 | McMinnville’s Downtown 3rd Street, 3rd Street, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
This year, Wine Country Pride is hosting their annual Street Fair, “Pride on Third” on Sunday, August 3rd, right on Third Street in McMinnville! Join them for a day of resources, fun, and celebration.

Community Conversations with ODDS (Virtual)
2025-08-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Oregon
Join ODDS leadership on Zoom to share your feedback and experiences. All are welcome to attend these virtual meetings. Each month will have a different topic or focus. They meet every first Wednesday of the month from noon to 1 p.m. No registration required. These events are facilitated by the Partnership and Accessibility Resource Unit.
Date: August 6th
Time: noon to 1 p.m.
How to attend: Use this link to open the Zoom meeting.
They also invite you to send your questions or feedback ahead of time using the feedback form.

You can fill it out in Arabic, English, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Deadline: Please send your questions by 8 a.m. on the Monday before the meeting.
You don’t have to submit a question to attend the meeting. You can also ask new questions during the meeting.
If they can’t answer your question during the meeting, a staff member will get back to you via email.
If you want privacy, you can also ask them to respond by email.

Policy Oversight Group (POG) Quarterly Meeting (Virtual)
2025-08-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
August 7, 10am – 12pm
Virtual, via Teams – Contact your PA for the link.
For more information about the Policy Oversight group, visit https://goisn.org/policy-oversight-group/

SPARC Beach Party (Lincoln City)
2025-08-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Taft Waterfront Park, 822 SW 51st St., Lincoln City, OR, 97367, United States
Join SPARC (Self Protections, Advocacy and Rights Council) for an afternoon beach party! There will be games, pizza, prizes, and conversations around accessibility and advocacy, including information about mobi-mats and beach wheelchairs.
Friday, August 8, 2025 ~ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Taft Waterfront Park – Covered Pavilion
825 Southwest 51st Street, Lincoln City, OR 97367
Everyone is welcome! Please bring your own chair.
Please register by filling out the form linked here.
The Self Protections, 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.

Friendship Connections - Clatsop County BBQ (Warrenton)
2025-08-08 12:00 - 15:00 | Cullaby Lake County Park, 89990 Hawkins RD, Warrenton, Oregon, 97146
August 8, 12pm – 3pm
Cullaby Lake County Park, 89990 Hawkins Rd, Warrenton, OR
Unwind and soak up the summer sun with friends from the community! A BBQ lunch will be served and access to the lake will be available. Contact your PA to RSVP.

Nesika Illahee Pow-Wow (Siletz)
2025-08-08 12:00 - 2025-08-10 23:00 | Government Hill, NE Government Hill Dr, Siletz, OR, 97380, United States
The Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians hosts and invites all to come join & celebrate their annual Nesika Illahee Pow-Wow. The celebration takes place in the heart of the Siletz reservation in the town of Siletz, Oregon. Every summer during the second weekend in August, Native & Non-Native people from all over the United States & further gather here to take part in the annual Nesika Illahee Pow-Wow.
For three days the community, situated on the central Oregon coast is transformed. On display is traditional dancing, drumming, and singing from all over Indigenous America and further. The gathering has an array of vendors that represents the many facets of Indigenous American Arts, Crafts and Cuisine. The Pauline Ricks Memorial Pow-Wow grounds on Government Hill becomes the beating heart of our community.
The Nesika Illahee Pow-Wow is a Drug and alcohol-free event. We are not responsible for accidents, lost or stolen items.
For more information, including event times, parking and shuttle information, and more, visit ctsi.nsn.us/nesika-illahee-pow-wow/
If you are interested in becoming a vendor, vendor registration is required. Please view the Nesika Illahee page for more information concerning vendors.

Sandcastle Contest (Lincoln City)
2025-08-09 | Oregon
August 9th | Lincoln City, OR
This year, there will be pre-contest activities, including games, and more!
https://www.explorelincolncity.com/events/annual/sandcastle-contest/

Special Needs Community Summer Event (Salem)
2025-08-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Broadway Commons, 1300 Broadway St. NE, Salem, OR, 97301, United States
Salem Alliance Church is hosting a Special Needs Community Summer Event (ages 14 and up) on August 9 from 1:00-4:00 pm!
Location: Broadway Commons Amphitheater, 1300 Broadway St NE, Salem, OR 97301
This event is all about creating connections and building lasting friendships within the community. Enjoy lively music, exciting crafts, engaging activities, and a magical performance that will surely leave everyone smiling. Whether you’re looking to meet new friends or simply enjoy a day of laughter and creativity, they invite you to be part of a special afternoon where everyone belongs. No registration is needed, come as you are!

Free Monthly Cooking Class (St. Helens)
2025-08-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Columbia Pacific Food Bank, 1421 Columbia Blvd., St. Helens, OR, 97051, United States
Free Monthly Cooking Classes for Columbia County DD Community
Provided by Columbia Pacific Food Bank and ISN
Cooking Instructor: Corey Englehardt
When: Second Tuesday of each month 5-6 pm
Where: 1421 Columbia Blvd, St. Helens
This month will be the chefs choice for recipe! Check out the full flyer here!
What you will learn:

How to follow recipes
Food safety
How to use cooking utensils
How to use cooking equipment
How to store food properly
Cultural cuisine

Contact ISN PA Pepsi at placamp@goisn.org or call 503-983-0424 to RSVP!

Scandinavian Festival (Junction City)
2025-08-14 - 2025-08-17 | Oregon
August 14th – 17th | Junction City, OR
Maintaining and honoring our community’s Scandinavian heritage for future generations through education and participation in cultural experiences.
https://junctioncityscandia.org/

Friendship Connections Summer Picnic (McMinnville)
2025-08-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Discovery Meadows Community Park, 1300 SW Cypress Ln, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Join us for an afternoon of food, games, and connection building! We will be joining with RCO (Resource Connections of Oregon) this time and hope you can join us while we make new friends, eat good food, and have a fun time! Please RSVP to your PA.

All Abilities Race (Scappoose and Virtual)
2025-08-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Oregon
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)
2025-08-19 13:00 - 16:00 | Oregon
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)
2025-08-19 16:30 - 17:30 | Virtual
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.
