Parks News March 2025

- Save the Date for THPRD Summer Registration
- THPRD Board of Directors Election
- Spring Break Planning
- March BSD Donation Drive
- NEW Women’s Wellness Fair
- 2025 Middle School Track & Field
- Community Meeting for Future Pickleball Facility at HMT Recreation Complex
- NEW multi-purpose sport court at Mountain View Champions Park Open
- Holi Celebration
- Youth Baseball/Softball at Tualatin Hills Athletic Center
- Monday Night Therapeutic Recreation
- March events near Cedar Mill from THPRD
- March events near Cedar Mill from Hillsboro Parks & Recreation
Save the Date for THPRD Summer Registration
Summer Registration opens on Saturday, April 12, 8 am for in-district residents and opens on Monday, April 14 for out-of-district residents. Please visit the THPRD registration page for details.
THPRD Board of Directors Election
Are you passionate about parks and recreation? Consider running for one of the three open seats on the THPRD board of directors. File by March 20. Learn more at the elections page.
Spring Break Planning
THPRD has you covered with spring break camps. From sporty to outdoorsy, there’s something for every kid (ages 4-13). Please visit our spring break camp page for options.

March BSD Donation Drive
Please help us support the collection of NEW or very gently used shoes and laundry items needed for Beaverton School District families in need. We’re collecting donations of new shoes (Children’s size 10 toddler to 5 and Adult sizes 5-10 men/women) at the Tualatin Hills Aquatic Center and Aloha Swim Center. We’re collecting laundry supplies at the Beaverton Swim Center and The Babette Horenstein Tennis Center.
We are also collecting new or gently used prom dresses for BSD students throughout the month of March. All sizes and styles are welcome and donations can be dropped off at any THPRD facility.
NEW Women’s Wellness Fair
Saturday, March 29, 11-1:30 pm, Cedar Hills Rec Center, 11640 SW Park Way, registration required, free
This event is focused on the celebration of the beauty of womanhood. There will be fitness and nutrition demonstrations from THPRD staff as well as vendors and resources focused on women’s health. Please visit the event page for more information and inquire about registration.
2025 Middle School Track & Field
Thursday, March 6-Thursday, May 15, times vary, grades 6-8, Cedar Hills Rec Center, 11640 SW Park Way, registration required
The season includes two weekly practices and meets with other Beaverton School District Middle Schools. Meets will be held offsite at BSD High Schools, and transportation will be provided to the meet venue. Please visit the middle school program page for detailed information about eligibility and practices.
Community Meeting for Future Pickleball Facility at HMT Recreation Complex
March 11, 7-8;30 pm, Tualatin Hills Nature Center, Robin’s Nest Room, 15655 SW Millikan Way
THPRD is progressing on plans for the future pickleball facility at the Howard M. Terpenning Complex. Staff will provide an update on the proposed pickleball facility at the Five Oak/Triple Creek Neighborhood Association Committee meeting. We welcome community members to submit questions and comments ahead of time by emailing them to T.Bonnin@thprd.org . Questions and comments will be addressed in summary during the ‘Questions & Comments’ portion of the meeting.
NEW multi-purpose sport court at Mountain View Champions Park Open
Daily, 8 am-8 pm, drop-in, no reservations, free
Construction was completed in January. The new court is striped for both futsal and pickleball. This project is the final project to be completed and funded by the district’s voter-approved 2008 bond measure.

Holi Celebration
Saturday, March 15, 3:30-5 pm, Parivar Park, 7765 NW 167th Ave., free
Bright neon powder-covered revelers will be seen at the annual Hindu celebration. Chinmaya Mission of Portland and THPRD co-host the celebration where we expect over 3,000 people will attend, enjoying Bollywood music, food vendors, dancing, and of course color play!
Youth Baseball/Softball at Tualatin Hills Athletic Center
Our affiliate groups will take the field as the 2025 youth baseball and softball seasons kick off. Registration for all affiliate groups is still open through their respective websites.
Monday Night Therapeutic Recreation
Monday, March 10, 6:30-8:30 pm, Babette Horenstein Tennis Center, 15707 SW Walker Rd., ages 16+, contact for fee or registration information
In partnership with THPRD Inclusion department, we will host the Monday Night Therapeutic Recreation class, and we will be introducing tennis to patrons experiencing disabilities. Please visit the Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation webpage for details and additional programs.
Winter Planting
Staff and contractors will be installing nearly 25,000 native trees and shrubs in natural areas throughout the district, with an emphasis on Raleigh Park and Bronson Creek Greenway.
March events near Cedar Mill from THPRD

Sunset Shamrock Splash
Saturday, March 15, 1-4 pm, Sunset Swim Center, 13707 NW Science Park Dr, children 15 and younger with parents, register on THPRD website, $10 (in-district)/$12.50 (out-of-district)
Join us for fun crafts and snacks followed by an open swim! Cost includes crafts and entrance to open swim. Parent participation encouraged. Normal open swim rules apply. Children under the age of 7 are required to have an adult in the water with them. Children under 10 are required to have an adult in the building. Only participating children need to be signed up for a time slot, assisting adults will not be charged additionally for the Open Swim. Please visit the event webpage for details.
Volunteer garden work at Ridgewood Park

Saturday, March 8, 9-11:30 am, Ridgewood Park, western end of SW Park Way at 96th Ave., free
Help us spruce up the Community Garden at Ridgewood Park! Volunteers will help weed and mulch, as needed. Please bring a reusable water bottle to drink throughout the day. Tools and gloves will be provided. No gardening experience necessary. Please visit the event page for more details.
Volunteer garden work at Tualatin Hills Nature Park
Saturday, March 15, Tualatin Hills Nature Park, 10 am-12 pm, 15655 SW Millikan Way, 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.
March events near Cedar Mill from Hillsboro Parks & Recreation
Hillsboro Art Walk open to the public on first Tuesdays
Tuesday, March 4, 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.
Shamrock Shuffle
Saturday, March 15, 10-11 am, Griffin Oaks Park, 1880 NE Griffin Oaks St., Hillsboro, registration required, $10 (adults) and children under 17 free
Whether this is your first 5k or your 50th, run, roll, or walk your way to the finish. This event is rain or shine. An accessible route is available. The Shamrock Shuffle will start and stop at Griffin Oaks Park. Please visit the event registration page for more details.