• Sandcastle Contest (Lincoln City)

    Community Partner

    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)

    Broadway Commons 1300 Broadway St. NE, Salem, OR, United States
    Community Partner

    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
  • Free Monthly Cooking Class (St. Helens)

    Columbia Pacific Food Bank 1421 Columbia Blvd., St. Helens, OR, United States
    Columbia

    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!

    Free
  • Scandinavian Festival (Junction City)

    Community Partner

    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)

    Discovery Meadows Community Park 1300 SW Cypress Ln, McMinnville, OR, United States
    ISN Sponsored Event

    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.

    Free
  • 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