THPRD News & Updates for May, 2026

Summer Registration is open now. Register online.

THPRD Bond Measure this May would fund repairs, maintenance, and safety improvements at parks, trails and facilities.

Memorial Day Commemoration is Mon, May 25, 10 am at Veterans Memorial Park. THPRD and American Legion Post 124 partner to present this annual commemoration.

May is National Water Safety Month. Lots of events at pools this month.

Friends to the Rescue: May 2, 1-2pm. FREE drop-in.
Vamos a Nadar/Jump-In: Water Safety 101: May 17, 9-11:30 am. FREE (Register child), Aloha Swim Center
Wonderful World of Water Safety: May 17, 4:30 – 7 pm. Conestoga Rec. Center
Women Only Open Swim & Lessons: Sundays 11am–2pm. Beaverton Swim Center

Cedar Hills Rec Center Updates:

Earth Science: Wed., May 6 – June 3, 10:15 – 11 am. Parents and kids ages 3-5 can become scientists and learn about the world through outdoor exploration & scientific observation.
Kid’s Cooking Club Series: Fridays in May. 6 – 8 pm. Cook, learn kitchen safety, and gain culinary skills.
Kids’ Night Out: Friday, May 15, 6 – 9 pm. Parents can sign up their kids for a night filled with games, crafts, and POPCORN! We’ll end the night with a movie & pizza dinner.

Conestoga Rec & Aquatic Center Updates:

International Motherhood Celebration. May 23, 10 am – 1 pm. Live music, dance, storytelling, snacks, henna, raffles, and more! FREE.

Elsie Stuhr Center Updates:

Painting Workshop: April 2 – May 28, 9:15 am – 12:15 pm. Multi-level painting workshop with individualized instruction in oils, acrylics, watercolor or pastels.
Fraud Prevention: May 27, 10 – 11 am. Learn how to recognize and prevent scams in this presentation focused on elder abuse and financial exploitation.
Lincoln City Trip: May 28, 8 am – 4:30 pm. Enjoy a day trip with stops at Chinook Winds Casino and the Lincoln City Outlet Mall.

Tualatin Hills Nature Center

Nature Board Game Night (21+) Compete with fellow nature enthusiasts to build habitats, collect resources, & more. Fri., May 15, 6–9pm

Garden Home Rec Center

DIY Beauty Lab: Tues, May 5, 3:45pm, age: 7-10yrs – hands-on class, students will learn how to make their own beauty and spa items like lip balm, soap, and candles!
NEW Workshops for teens & adults: Crochet, Calligraphy: Hand Lettering 101, Watercolor Wonders: Flowers & Birthday Cards.
NEW Saturday family workshops: Family STEAM Lab, Family Beauty Lab, Family Art Studio, join us for fun the whole family.
Inclusive Spring Fling Dance: Sat. May 23, 6 – 7:30 pm: This is an all-abilities silent dance. This drop-in dance is open to all ages and all abilities. Hosted at Elsie Stuhr Center.
NEW Teen (TR) Takeover: Wed. 5 – 6:30 pm May 6 & May 20: A sensory-friendly hangout where teens play games, make art, listen to music. Pre-register.

Events this month:

5/3: Mental Health 5K and 1K Fun Run, HMT Recreation Complex, 9 – 10 am
5/7: Willow Creek Greenway Boardwalk Ribbon Cutting, Waterhouse Trail at the soccer field, 4 – 5 pm
5/10: Queens Honoring Queens Jenkins Estate, 10am – 12 pm
5/10: Sunday Fundays at the Pool, Conestoga Recreation Center, 4:15 – 7:15 pm
5/17: Wonderful World of Water Safety, Conestoga Recreation Center, 4:30 – 5:15pm
5/25: Memorial Day Commemoration, Veterans Memorial Park, 10 am – 12 pm
5/27: National Senior Health & Fitness Day, Elsie Stuhr Center, All Day
5/30: Serenity Park Grand Opening, 12 – 2 pm
5/31: Día de los Niños, Cedar Hills Recreation Center, 11 am – 1 pm

To find out more information about all these events, register or more, visit www.thprd.org/events