THPRD Updates September 2026

August 31, 2026   Uncategorized
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Welcoming Week

Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District will celebrate immigrant and refugee communities with our annual observance of Welcoming Week, September 10-19. Check out our online calendar for a full list of events. Some of the highlights below.

La Fiesta de Superhéroes de la Naturaleza

Saturday, September 12, 2-6 pm, Tualatin Hills Nature Park, 15655 SW Millikan Way, free/gratis

The Nature Center is hosting an open house style event for Spanish speaking families. There will be a raffle, guided hikes, giveaways, bounce house, live band, handcraft workshop, and lots more fun activities for the whole family.

Pasen una tarde divertida en el parque natural y descubran lo que se necesita para ser un superhéroe de la naturaleza! Tendremos actividades para toda la familia. El Tualatin Hills Nature Center se está asociando con varias empresas latinas y diferentes organizaciones locales para organizar una fiesta en celebración de Latino Conservation Week y la Semana de Bienvenida. Tendremos Grupo en vivo, DJ, comida (las primeras 50 personas obtendrán un bono), rifa con buenos premios, caminatas guiadas, manualidades y mucho más!

Join us for Fiesta de la Cultura

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Saturday, September 19, 12-5:30 pm, Evelyn M. Schiffler Memorial Park, 5495 SW Erickson Avenue, Beaverton, free with food for purchase

Join Cedar Hills Recreation Center and Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center as we come together to celebrate culture, creativity, and community at Fiesta de la Cultura! This family-friendly event will feature a variety of hands-on activities. Handcraft Art & Corazón will teach you the stories and traditions of each craft, and you can take a kit home! We’re also pleased to welcome the Virginia Garcia Mobile Health Van, offering various services. Insurance will be billed when available. Costs vary depending on services provided, and a sliding fee scale is available. No payment will be collected onsite. Please visit the event webpage for more details or for a list of medical services offered.

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Jenkins Estate Historical Tour

Wednesday, September 30, 10-12 pm, 8005 SW Grabhorn Rd., Beaverton, free

Step back in time and discover the rich heritage of the Jenkins Estate during our open-house historic tours. Drop in anytime to explore the beautiful Main House and historic Stables at your own pace on a self-guided journey through the past. As you wander the property, our Volunteer Historical Ambassadors will be stationed throughout to bring the estate to life, sharing fascinating historical facts, unique architectural insights, and captivating stories about the families who once lived here.

THPRD Opens Parkside Building

In August, THPRD consolidated its administrative and maintenance staff in one location, the Parkside Building, located off Greenbrier Road, next to the HMT campus. This move came because the Portland Timbers wanted to purchase the building we shared near 217/Allen Blvd. to expand their operations. As a result of that building sale, we were able to purchase a building next to our flagship campus.

Life Jacket Loaner Program

Need a lifejacket to stay safe around the pool or lake? We have life jackets available to be loaned out for free to new or experienced swimmers. Call the Tualatin Hills Aquatic Center at 503-629-6310 to reserve one.

Nature & Trails Update

Clean Water Services began construction work on a stream re-meander and bank stabilization project at the west end of Bethany Lake in early August. This project is expected to run through September and aims to reinforce and protect the sewer line that runs along the berm between Bethany Lake and Rock Creek.

Emerald Ash Borer Treatment

Staff have begun conducting emerald ash borer treatment in target locations. See the state of Oregon page for information Oregon EAB.

Tualatin Hills Athletic Center

50 NW 158th Ave.

Fall Adult Volleyball

Our adult volleyball leagues are growing and will be starting the Fall season in September and concluding in December. Visit the adult league webpage for more details.

Youth Volleyball League

Our youth volleyball leagues will begin September 14 with a kickoff jamboree on September 19. Visit the youth league webpage for more details.

Cedar Hills Rec Center

11640 SW Park Way

Women’s Hiking Series—Hike One

Sunday, September 20, 8:30-11:30 am, meet under covered area, register with code CH22390, $23 (in-district)/$28.75 (out-of-district)

We are starting out our new hiking series for women! Join us for a scenic 3.3-mile hike at the Tryon Creek Natural Area, where you will cross bridges and enjoy a gentle elevation gain throughout the hike.

Middle School No School Day Adventures—Top Golf

Monday, September 21, 8-4:30 pm, register with code CH29500, ages 10-14, $65 (in-district)/$81.25 (out-of-district)

Join us for a new series where students do games, outdoor play, group activities all day long, and go on field trips.

Conestoga Rec & Aquatic Center

9985 SW 125th Avenue, Beaverton

Preschool Play & Care

Mondays or Wednesdays, September 14 to October 19, 4:30-7 pm, M register with code CO28110/ W register with code CO28112, ages 4-6, $161 (in-district)/$201.25 (out-of-district)

Need a supervised evening for your younger children so you have time to get things done? These times are designed for that! Enjoy a flexible drop-off and pickup time within the program window and enjoy a few hours childfree to take a workout class with us, catch up on whatever you need, or just relax while we keep the kids entertained! Please drop off with a snack and a water bottle. One small snack will be provided.

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Elsie Stuhr Center

5550 SW Hall Blvd., Beaverton, ages 55+

Health & Wellness Resource Fair

Saturday, September 26, 9-12:30 pm, 5550 SW Hall Blvd., Beaverton, free

Join us for health screenings/services, local non-profit resources, senior services vendors, free give-aways & raffle prizes, and free presentations & vaccination clinics.

Garden Home Rec Center

7475 SW Oleson Rd., Portland

Girls Only Soccer

Fridays, September 18 to October 16, 5-5:45 pm, register with code GH22206, ages 7-10, $40 (in-district)/$50 (out-of-district)

A fun, supportive, and confidence‑building class designed just for girls! Players will learn fundamental soccer skills, improve coordination, and build teamwork.

Therapeutic Recreation—Apple Cider Night

Monday, September 21, 6:30-8:30 pm, meets at Elsie Stuhr Center, 5550 SW Hall Blvd., Beaverton, register with code TR25701, $6.25 (in-district)/$8.25 (out-of-district)

A hands-on class where you’ll create your very own fresh apple cider from start to finish! Our Therapeutic Recreation (TR) programs are intended for teens and adults (16+) who experience disabilities.

September Events from Hillsboro Parks and Rec

OrencoFest Harvest Festival returns

Saturday, September 19, 12-7 pm, Jerry Willey Plaza at Orenco Station, 943 NE Orenco Station Loop, Hillsboro, free

This free, family friendly community harvest festival celebrates the changing of the seasons with food trucks, artisan vendors, kids’ activities, and live music all day long! Masskrugstemmen beer stein holding contest at 3:30 pm. Contest entry is $22 and may be purchased onsite—no advance sales. Please visit the event webpage for more details, parking options and the schedule.