The seasons are changing, which means it’s time to visit the pumpkin patch! Luckily, the ultimate autumn wonderland is nestled right in the heart of Tualatin: Lee Farms

Flynn Creek Circus presents The Cricket & the Wren, an all-human circus featuring breathtaking acrobatics, athletic skill, storytelling and comedy. The 2026 production comes to Vancouver’s Clark College Oct. 8-12, Cathlamet’s Rivermile 38 Brewery Oct. 16-18, and Salem’s Riverfront Park Oct. 23-25.

My 3-year-old has taken to feeding our dog dinner with the duty and honor of the Swiss Guard, albeit with the consistency of, well, a 3-year-old. Some kibble ends up on the floor rather than in the bowl, but the dog takes care of most of it. My 3-year-old has taken to feeding our dog dinner with the duty and honor of the Swiss Guard, albeit with the consistency of, well, a 3-year-old.

Spring is just around the corner, and the days are finally starting to stretch a little longer. That means Spring Break is nearly here, and now’s the perfect time to start making plans for that week off. In this issue, we’ve gathered a roundup of Spring Break camps and activities to help you find something that fits your family’s interests.

Children are unique and this year’s spring break camp options have a little something for everyone. Take a look at our list below and learn more on each camp’s website!

For many of us growing up in Portland, our first experience atop a carousel horse, or careening madly about on a roller coaster, happened at Oaks Amusement Park on the banks of the Willamette River. A fixture in the City of Roses for over a century, this venerable landmark located in the southeast neighborhood of Sellwood, is the oldest continuously operating amusement park in America. Built from 1904-1905 by the Oregon Water Power and Railway Company, Oaks Park was construct