Park News February 2025

February 3, 2025   Uncategorized

Lunar New Year Celebration

Saturday, February 8, 4-9 pm, Garden Home Rec Center, 7475 SW Oleson Rd., free

Join the Vietnamese American Veterans & Families for a family friendly Lunar New Year Celebration. The event will feature multiple lion, dragon and additional cultural dances, martial arts, Taiko Portland drummers, live music, lucky red envelopes, and ballroom dancing from 7-9 pm.

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Save the Date for THPRD Spring Registration

Registration for Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District spring programs, classes, and activities begins Saturday, February 22, at 8 am for in-district residents. Out-of-district registration starts on Monday, February 24. You can view spring activities here.

BSD Donation Drive

Please help us support the collection of new undergarments and hygiene products for Beaverton School District families in need. We’re collecting donations of new bras, packaged underwear, feminine hygiene products, diapers, wipes and more. Donation bins are located at Cedar Hill Rec Center and Conestoga Rec & Aquatic Center.

2025-2026 Preschool Registration

Registration opens on February 6 at 9 am for new families. Please visit our Preschool webpage to learn more about the programs.

Positions Available on THPRD Board of Directors 

On May 20, 2025, an election will be held to select board members for three positions on the THPRD Board. Positions are at-large, meaning they serve the entire district, and terms last for four years. Board members may receive a taxable stipend of up to $200 per month. 

THPRD is a special-purpose local government formed to administer park and recreation services within the City of Beaverton and portions of unincorporated Washington County. The Board is the governing body for the district. The Board is made up of five members elected by voters within the district. Board members set District policy and oversee the annual budget of more than $81 million.

These terms begin on July 1, and end on June 30, 2029. Learn more on our website.

Kids Night Out event!

Friday, February 21, 6-9 pm, Cedar Hills Recreation Center, 11640 SW Park Way, register here, $55 (in-district)/$68.75 (out-of-district)

Bring your child so you can go out (or stay in!) kid-free! Drop them off for a fun night of games, pizza, popcorn and a movie! Registration is required. 

Spring Native Plant Sale 

Sign up now to get your Spring Native Plants. Sale begins on March 2nd. Order online at www.sparrowhawknativeplants.com with pick-up available at Tualatin Hills Nature Park on May 9 and 10.

Volunteer at a THPRD Event this Winter

THPRD is always recruiting volunteers to help out with a number of upcoming event including habitat restoration, garden work parties, and community celebrations. You can see what’s on the calendar and sign up for any of these opportunities on the THPRD Volunteer webpage.

Restore the natural areas of The Bluffs Park!

Saturday, February 8, 9-11:30 am, The Bluffs Park, NW Cornell & 119th Ave. (exact location in link), free

Help us remove English ivy from the natural areas of The Bluffs Park! Please bring a reusable water bottle to drink from. Tools and gloves will be provided. Please visit the event page for exact location and details. 

Restore the natural areas of Tualatin Hills Nature Park

Saturday, February 22, Tualatin Hills Nature Park, 15655 SW Millikan Way, free

Join us as we plant native trees and shrubs throughout the natural areas of the Tualatin Hills Nature Park. Please bring a reusable water bottle to drink from. Tools and gloves will be provided. Please visit the event page for more details. 

Tax Aide Volunteer Opportunities

This program will be offered through AARP at the Stuhr Center (adults only). The AARP Foundation recruits and trains volunteers who are interested in helping local residents complete their taxes, free of charge. Volunteers receive training and support, learn new skills, and have the opportunity to connect with people in the community while helping others. Get more info and apply to volunteer on the AARP website. 

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Rent Jenkins Estate for Your Next Event

Let us host your next event. We provide a beautiful venue for small and large groups. Come escape from the city and enjoy our peaceful views, walk on our 2.5 miles of trails and more. Check us out on the THPRD Jenkins Estate webpage.

Middle School Track & Field Clinic

Saturdays, February 8-March 1, 12-1:30 pm, Cedar Hills Rec Center, 11640 SW Park Way, age 11-15, $58 (in-district)/$72.50 (out-of-district) 

This is a great opportunity for young athletes to prepare for the upcoming track season. Please visit the middle school webpage for more details and registration details. 

Spring Tennis Leagues Open

Registration is open for our US Tennis Association Leagues (Adult 18+, Adult 65+, and Mixed 55+ level leagues). 

Spring Youth Basketball

League season registration will open on February 9 at the Tualatin Hills Athletic Center.

Spring Adult Volleyball

Registration for the Spring adult volleyball league season will open on February 12 at the Tualatin Hills Athletic Center.