Park News August 2025

August 4, 2025 Uncategorized

August 2025 THPRD News

Fall Registration Save the Date

Registration will open on Saturday, August 9 at 8 am for in-district residents and on Monday, August 11 for out-of-district residents. Visit www.thprd.org to register.

In-district residents pay property taxes to support Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD). Visit this page to check if your address is inside the district and learn about options for participating.

Theater in the Park

Wednesday, August 6, 6:30-8:30 pm, Raleigh Park, 3500 SW 78th Ave., Portland, free

Experience the magic of outdoor theater with a special performance of William Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream by the talented cast from OPS Fest. This show is specifically designed as informal and interactive, perfect for all ages. Please bring your low-profile chairs or blankets. Visit the event webpage for more details or the OPS Website to learn about the cast.

Skates in the Park

Saturday, August 9, 5:30-7:30 pm, Center Street Park, 11895 SW Center St., Beaverton, free

Grab your crew, lace up your skates and roll into an unforgettable night! We’re teaming up with Portland’s world champion Roller Derby League, the Rose City Rollers, for an evening of fun on wheels! Their Skatemobile will be onsite, stocked with over 150 pairs of skates and safety gear for you to borrow (or bring your own wheels!).

Learn to skate, from beginner basics to advanced tricks, with tips from the pros. All wheels welcome: skates, rollerblades, scooters, and bikes. DJ Will will be spinning tunes to keep you grooving. Pack a picnic and enjoy the summer evening at the park, and explore vendors and connect with local community partners. All ages. All abilities. All the fun. Please visit the event webpage for more details and parking information.

End of Summer Carnival

Monday, August 11, 6:30-8:30 pm, Elsie Stuhr Center, 5550 SW Hall Blvd., Beaverton, teens and adults 16yrs+ who experience disabilities, $5.75 (in-district)/$8 (out-of-district), registration required

Join us to finish out the summer with games, cool treats, and more. This program is intended for teens and adults who are experiencing disabilities.

Hot Dog Wednesday—Line Dance Party

Wednesday, August 13, 6-7 pm, Cedar Hills Rec Center, 11640 SW Park Way, free event with food purchase option

The final event of our Hot Dog Wednesdays series at Cedar Hills Rec Center! Prepare to put on your dancing shoes at our line dance event that is fun for all skill levels. Please visit the event webpage for the schedule and pricing options.

Concert in the Park

Thursday, August 14, 6:30-8 pm, Camille Park, 10299 SW Marjorie Lane, Beaverton, free

Get ready for summer fun with our annual FREE concerts in the park! Bring your family and friends to enjoy a night of music from Rodeo Rose along with fun kid’s activities. Concert-goers are welcome to bring low-profile lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Please visit the event webpage for more details.

TRI Together Triathlon-Pedal Run Dip

Saturday, August 16, 9 am-1 pm, Tualatin Hills HMT Rec Complex, 15707 SW Walker Rd., Beaverton, $10 in-district / $12.50 out-of-district

The TRI Together, an inclusive, family friendly triathlon hosted at the HMT campus that provides an opportunity for people of all abilities to come together to be active. This triathlon is intended for beginners and groups of all ages. Please visit the event webpage for details about the course or to volunteer.

Summer Splash Day

Wednesday, August 20, 4-7 pm, Schiffler Park, 5495 SW Erickson Ave, Beaverton, $5 per child

With a live DJ and water play, it’s going to be an amazing event! Kids will enjoy water slides, splash games, bubbles, and more. Please visit the event webpage for more details.

Canine Community Carnival

Sunday, August 24, 9 am-12 pm, Garden Home Rec Center, 7475 SW Oleson Rd., Portland, free

Join us for a paw-some morning of fun with food vendors, pet booths, a pop-up dog park, dog owner and doggie look-alike contest, music, prizes & more! Bring a new pet supply to donate and get a raffle ticket. All are welcome, leashed dogs only!

Enchanted Family Day

Thursday, August 28, 10-12 pm, Pío Pío Park, 2135 SW 187th Ave., Aloha, free

Come join THPRD for Enchanted Family Day in a whimsical park setting! Kids can dress like their favorite character for a day of activities, music, treats and give-aways. And don’t forget to pack the camera! Please visit the event webpage for more details.

THRIVE After-school program enrollment

Enrollment is still open for spots in our 2025-26 THRIVE after- school program. We offer high quality care in a safe and nurturing environment. Arts, physical activity, cooking, enrichment and more. Learn more at the program page.

Facility Rentals: Parties, Events, Meetings and more

Garden Home Rec. has spaces available for rent including, gymnasium, outside covered pavilion, kitchen, gymnastics, and dance rooms. Contact the center at 503-629-6341 for more information.

Fall Adult and Youth Volleyball

In August our volleyball registration will open for our adult and youth leagues at the Tualatin Hills Athletic Center. The adult league has been competitive and has grown to a maximum capacity with multiple divisions.

Commonwealth Lake Park Fishing Dock

A section of fencing on the southeast fishing dock was recently vandalized and will be replaced with new fencing later this month. The vandalized section has been secured with portable fencing; the dock is safe and open for use.

Wildfire Management

Staff continue to work with Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue to create individual natural area site plans that will reduce the risk of wildfire. Patrons are encouraged to do their part by reporting suspicious behavior in parks and creating defensible space at home. See the Ready, Set, Go information at Wildfire PREPAREDNESS | Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue.

Peterkort Trail

This soft-surface trail located northwest of the Sunset Transit Center has been widened and the surface improved. Its tall trees make a nice shade for a cool summer walk.

Support Students In Need With Coats

Donate to THPRD’s Community Coat Drive all of August! This August, THPRD is proud to host a Coat Drive in support of Beaverton School District students. As the school year approaches, many local families are in need of warm, dependable coats for the colder months ahead—and you can help! The drive will run from August 1-31. Drop-off locations are at Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center and the Tualatin Hills Athletic Center. We’re collecting new or gently used coats (sizes 4T to 4XL.) Please only donate clean and ready-to-wear items (no holes, tears or heavy wear.) All donated coats will go directly to students in need across the Beaverton School District—ensuring they head into fall and winter warm, confident, and ready to learn.

July Events near Cedar Mill from THPRD

Walk with Me at Jackie Husen Park

Wednesday, August 20, 9:30-10:30 am, 10955 NW Reeves St., no registration required, free

Join THPRD for Walk with Me, a series of free guided walks happening weekly throughout the summer! These walks are a great way to explore local parks & trails, connect with others in our community, and enjoy the fresh air—all while staying active! Walks are open to all ages and fitness levels. Bring your walking shoes, water and walk with us! Please visit the event webpage for additional information and future summer walk locations.

70th Anniversary Celebration

Thursday, August 7, 4-7 pm, Tualatin Hills HMT Rec Complex Administration Office, 15707 SW Walker Rd., Beaverton, free

Enjoy the evening with free food and live music, visit our THPRD and partner resource tables, and grab an ice pop to cool off. There will be fun kid-friendly activities, arts and crafts, coloring contests, raffle prizes, and more! One free ice pop and food to the first 50 people. Visit the event webpage for more details.

Volunteer garden work at Tualatin Hills Nature Park

Saturday, August 16, 10-12 pm, Tualatin Hills Nature Park, 15655 SW Millikan Way, Beaverton, free

Help us spruce up the Native Plant Garden at Tualatin Hills Nature Park! Volunteers will help weed and mulch, as needed. Please bring a reusable water bottle to drink from throughout the day. Tools and gloves will be provided. No gardening experience necessary. Please visit the event page for more details.

July Events near Cedar Mill from Hillsboro Parks & Recreation

Hillsboro Art Walk open to the public on first Tuesdays

Tuesday, August 5, 5-8 pm, Walters Cultural Arts Center, 527 E. Main St., Hillsboro, free

Join us every first Tuesday of the month to explore Hillsboro’s Cultural Arts District and enjoy local galleries and art spaces, live music, food, engaging activities, and shopping. Visit the Art Walk page for more information and to plan your visit.

Guelaguetza en Oregon!

Saturday, August 9, 11-6 pm, Shute Park, 750 SE 8th Ave., Hillsboro, free

Join us in celebrating Oaxacan culture, music and tradition! La Guelaguetza is an annual indigenous cultural event that takes place in the city of Hillsboro. The celebration centers on traditional dancing in costume in groups, and includes parades complete with indigenous walking bands, native food, and statewide artisanal crafts such as pre-hispanic-style textiles. Each traje and dance usually has a local indigenous historical and cultural meaning. Although the celebration is now an important tourist attraction, it also retains deep cultural importance for the peoples of the state and is important for the continuing survival of these cultures. Please visit the event website to learn more or to volunteer.

State Parks survey

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) wants to better understand the public’s values and priorities for the future of state parks through a new survey as it launches a strategic initiative to reimagine how parks are funded, operated and supported.

OPRD faces a potential 14% budget shortfall for park operations by 2027 even with recent fee increases. The gap is due to increasing costs, the impact of higher visitation, and changes in lottery funds. The strategic initiative will work to address that shortfall before 2027.

“For more than a century, Oregon’s parks have been a source of pride, joy, and connection for communities across the state,” said Lisa Sumption, OPRD Director. “But the way we fund the system has not kept up with how Oregonians use and value it today. We’re not waiting for the crisis—we’re planning ahead to build a more resilient and relevant park system.”

OPRD launched an online survey this month to collect feedback from visitors and potential visitors about their priorities for new and existing experiences, services and amenities as well as views on public-private partnerships, sponsorships and other funding options.

The survey is open to everyone and will help inform decisions about the future of state parks. Those who complete the survey have the option of entering a drawing for a free Oregon State Parks annual parking permit.

Oregon State Parks continues to experience record visitation with more than 56.6 million estimated visits in 2024. It is one of the most visited park systems in the country. This level of use significantly increases wear and tear on aging park infrastructure, driving up maintenance needs and long-term operational costs.

Parks’ funding comes from three main sources. A little less than half comes from constitutionally dedicated lottery funds, about 15% comes from the agency’s share of recreational vehicle license plate fees and roughly 35% comes from park fees from visitors. Oregon State Park operations is not funded by general fund taxes.

In addition to operating more than 250 state parks and maintaining hundreds of historic structures, the agency also manages the ocean shore, the State Historic Preservation Office, ATV safety programs and permits as well as multiple grant programs for trails, ATVs, historic structures and local government projects.

For more information about the survey or to learn about ways to support parks, visit stateparks.oregon.gov/ or take the survey at bit.ly/stateparksurvey.