67 camping spots available on “first come, first served” basis.

3010 SE Oxbow Parkway, Gresham; 503-797-1850; www.oregonmetro.gov.

Guided horseback rides through the woods, pony rides and parties.

20490 SW Farmington Rd., Beaverton; 503- 649-5497; beavertonhilltopkennelsandstables.

Pumpkin patch; u-pick fruits, vegetables and nuts; farm animals and more.

34840 SW Johnson School Rd., Cornelius; 503-357-3570; www.peachypigfarm.com.

This “garden” of bronze sculptures features fountains in warm months.

Grant Park, NE 33rd and US Grant Pl.; 503-823-PLAY (7529); www.portlandparks.org.

Wildlife viewing, bird watching, classes and camps.

5151 NW Cornell; 503-292-6855; www.audubonportland.org.

Plants from around the world and a public rock garden.

11505 SW Summerville Ave.; 503-636-4112; www.berrybot.org.

Playground, soccer fields and a “garden” of bronze sculptures of characters from Cleary’s books.

Grant Park, NE 33rd and US Grant Pl.; 503-823-PLAY (7529); www.portlandparks.org.

Check the Web site for frequent family-friendly storytelling events.

www.portlandstorytellers.org

Concerts span musical genres from classical to choral to jazz.

Performances at St. Joseph Church, 400 S Andersen Rd., Vancouver, Wash.; 360-906-0441; www.bravoconcerts.com.

Classes, internships and performances showcasing the talents of teen and adult performers.

Portland; 503-593-2466; www.bluemonkeytheater.org.

Children’s classes and an annual performance of The Nutcracker.

7970 SE Milwaukie; 503-890-6101; www.classicalballet.net.

Art activities, classes, special events and private parties to support art programs for children in local hospitals.

1030 NW Marshall (donated space; location may change in 2010); 503-243-5294; www.chap.name.

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