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Support a Portland Treasure: Sellwood Community House Fundraiser - May 29, 2025!
Sellwood Community House is more than just a building. It is a living piece of Portland history! Previously run and operated through Portland Parks and Recreation, SCH has been running on donations and community support for the last few years. Located a stone's throw from Sellwood Park, this space has provided free and low-cost recreation to the community since the early 1900’s. Sellwood Park itself dates back to 1909 and has long been a haven for accessible public recreation, from tennis courts, trails, a swimming pool, playground, baseball field and more. The park has entertained generations of Portland families.
Today, Sellwood Community House continues that legacy by offering something for everyone! This summer SCH is going to be offering FREE recreational programs for our community at Sellwood Park. It includes a revamping of the legendary “shack” on the park grounds which will house all the goodies for a fantastic summer in the park. Look out for free sports, art, dance, games, story-times, nature education, lanyards and more!
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Their pre-school and summer camps for kids are options that many local families rely on. They have an incredible event in the fall with their fabulous “lantern walk” and Halloween bash, inclusive holiday events and celebrations like their Lunar New Year event are hosted yearly in the space. Every week there is something new!
There is no shortage of activities for older audiences as well. They host yoga, tai chi, watercolor painting, dance classes, cooking classes and so much more. These programs are crucial to our local community by encouraging wellness, connection, togetherness and help to keep all ages engaged with their neighbors and nearby friends. I’m looking forward to this weekend's “Buy Nothing Exchange”.
Supporting this independently run space in our corner pocket of Portland is good for all. Come show your support at the Sellwood Community House Fundraiser 2025 and enjoy their theme of the year “Recreation Revival!”
The funds from the event May 29th will directly fund all of the free activities for our community put on by SCH. I hope to see you there!
Read more about the history of the Sellwood Community House here.