A community events & resources guide | November 2026
November is a great time to connect with our communities, discover local resources, and support the organizations making a difference in our neighborhoods! Whether you’re looking to attend a community gathering, explore local markets or even learn something new, there are plenty of opportunities happening!
Community connections & support:
November 4 | Clackamas Women’s Services Presents: Community Support in Happy Valley
An evening for community connection and support, with information about domestic violence resources, healing art activities, and opportunities to connect with local services.
Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pm | Location: Happy Valley City Hall 16000 SE Misty Drive, Happy Valley
November 10 | Sisters of the Road Pdx Presents: Building People Power For Community Impact.
An evening focused on relationship-building, mutual aid and grassroots organizing, featuring panel conversations, resource mapping, a raffle, snacks, and beverages.
Time: 6pm to 8pm | Location: PDX Saints, 247 SE 82nd Avenue, Portland
November 28 | The Marie Equi Center Presents: Monthly Trans Social Meetup
Greater Portland Trans Unity’s monthly social is a welcoming opportunity to meet other trans people and build community. Hosts can help newcomers find a table and make introductions. Masks are required.
Time: 1–3 PM | Location: The Den / AC’s Art Corner
Health, wellness & practical resources:
November 4 | Free Flu Clinics & Community Wellness Fair
Clackamas Community College Health Sciences, Clackamas Free Clinic, and Neighborhood Health Center are offering flu shots, wellness screenings, health education, OHP enrollment support, care navigation, and community resources.
Time: 10 AM–2 PM | Location: Wacheno Welcome Center, 19600 Molalla Avenue, Oregon City
November 7 | Free Community Flu Shot Clinic
Northwest Family Services and Walgreens are hosting a free flu vaccination clinic. The flyer says vaccines are available to people ages 3 and older and no appointment is needed.
Time: 10 AM–3 PM | Location: 1312 E. Powell Boulevard, Gresham
November 14 | The Marie Equi Center Presents: Community Care & Emergency Preparedness Fair
Connect with mutual-aid and advocacy groups, gather materials for an emergency supply bag, take part in cold-weather injury-prevention training, and browse a winter clothing and gear swap.
Time: 1–4 PM | Location: Marie Equi Center, Portland (The Back Yard, The Bloom Room, and The Living Room)
*Masks are required and will be available. Attendees are asked to bring a bag; donations of cold-weather, first-aid, or emergency
supplies are welcome.
November 19 | The Marie Equi Center Presents: Free STI/HIV Testing
CAP Northwest Prevention Team will offer free full-panel STI/HIV testing and information about PrEP and sexual health resources. Drop-in or sign-up; first come, first served.
Time: 1–3 PM | Location: Clinic Room, Marie Equi Center
November 22 | The Marie Equi Center Presents: Triangle Legal Clinic
Free legal services for LGBTQIA+ clients with limited means. Listed services include estate planning for healthcare and asset distribution, name and gender-marker changes, passport application assistance, and select business and contract guidance.
Time: 2–6 PM | Location: The Bloom Room, Marie Equi Center
Local Business Fun:
November 7, 14 & 21 | Oregon City Year-Round Farmers Market – Harvest Markets
The winter market schedule begins November 7, with weekly Saturday markets through December 19. The market features more than 70 farmers and vendors, a SNAP/Double Up Food Bucks match up to $20, and the Field and Fork Market Learning Kitchen.
Time: 10 AM–2 PM | Location: Clackamas Community College
November 7 | She Ate Food Drive
A food-drive event featuring music by JACKPOTT and pop-up drag performances. Remaining funds are intended to benefit Esther’s Pantry.
Time: 4:30–7 PM | Location: 8 NE Killingsworth Street, Portland
Suggested donation: $10
November 8 | Fizz N’ Sip
Celebrate the grand opening of Fizz N’ Sip, a new Milwaukie business…Dirty Sodas Yumm!!
Time: 12-6PM | Location: 10911 SE Main Street, Milwaukie
November 14 | Spoke and Word Books Presents: Author story time with Megan Woodward
Free story time with author Megan Woodward for her book No Ifs, Ands, or Butts! The author will sign copies at the bookstore. RSVPs are required; purchasing a book is optional.
Time: 11 AM | Location: Spoke & Word Books, Milwaukie
November 14 | Gleaners Holiday Bazaar
A holiday bazaar featuring unique gifts, food, and community activities, hosted by Gleaners of Clackamas County.
Time: 11 AM–4 PM | Location: 13821 Fir Street, Oregon City
November 14–15 | Milwaukie Creatives Presents: First Annual Milwaukie Open Studio Tour
Explore the workspaces of 12 local artists across eight locations during Milwaukie’s first annual Open Studio Tour.
Time: 10 AM–4 PM both days | Location: Eight studio locations throughout Milwaukie
November 14 | Salon Fernweh Grand Opening!
Celebrate the grand opening of Salon Fernweh, a new Milwaukie business.
Time: 5–8 PM | Location: 10921 SE Main Street, Milwaukie
November 15 | Sincere Studio PDX Presents: Fall Fabric & Yarn Swap
Bring unwanted fabric, yarn, notions, patterns, and other craft materials to swap. Visitors are welcome to take supplies even if they do not bring anything.
Time: 12–3 PM | Location: 2134 N Flint Avenue, Portland
Cost: Free / pay what you want
Learning, workshops & advocacy:
November 8 | Migra Watch / ICE Watch virtual training
Portland Immigrant Rights Coalition and Rapid Response Lane County offer a virtual training on safely and accurately identifying and responding to potential ICE activity in a neighborhood. No experience is needed.
Time: 6–8 PM | Location: Zoom
November 18 | Oregon Health Forum Presents: Oregon’s Health Insurance Meltdown: Why It’s Happening, What Can Be Done?
A webinar about rising health insurance premiums and deductibles, provider access, and changes in Oregon’s individual and small-business insurance markets.
Time: 3:30–5 PM | Location: Virtual via Zoom
November 21 | The Marie Equi Center Presents: Consent in Kink: Building Trust, Boundaries & Brave Space
An educational workshop about communication, consent, negotiation, boundaries, safe words, and aftercare in kink and BDSM settings.
Time: 6–8 PM | Location: The Bloom Room, Marie Equi Center
November 21 | The Q Center Presents: Home Buying 101
Homeownership is for everyone!A monthly event focused on making the homebuying process more accessible and attainable for the LGBTQ+ community. Sharing helpful information, exploring homebuying options, and breaking down the process to make your journey toward homeownership feel less overwhelming and more achievable.
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Location: 4115 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97217
Written by Heidy Mendoza
Administrative & Community Engagement Coordinator