I recently discovered them at the Swan Island Dhalia Festival. My mom and I painted a sign for…read moreHalloween. Althought, we would have not gotten much for our work of art we laughed through the whole experience. Given how much fun we had I decided to offer it as a fun event at work. It was such a success, everyone had a great time, and produced wonderful work of arts. I had a rather larger order for the event. They were super accomidating and even delivered the kits to my work. The out home kits come with a board, stencil, primary paint, brushes, mixing cups, sander, instructions and a cloth, should you make a mistake.

We had so much fun! The lady (I sadly can't remember her name) was great. She was so fun and…read moreencouraging. We had lots of individual attention and as much help with our projects as we needed. There are examples of every technique, stain or paint color on finished projects hanging up to help you decide what to use on your art. There is also the option to purchase any of the projects hanging on the wall. Loved it!

This was one of the best experiences of my life as I not only learned a new skill and met wonderful…read morenew people, but was also able to receive close instruction from the artist herself. True is amazing and made us so comfortable in her home. She generously offered me a cup of coffee before we started the class. Her home was also in a cute little neighborhood where parking on the street was easy to find. I grew up watching Bob Ross as a child and am absolutely in love with everything about him. It was really nice to be able to learn his style of painting and to be able to use the different tools for the different affects on the canvas. The overall experience was very therapeutic and I was so happy that my painting turned out so beautiful and amazing. I even brought my Bob Ross wig for the final pic of all of us together. I would definitely do something like this again and highly recommend True as an instructor if you would like to learn oil painting (Bob Ross style).

True is amazing. I took a private lesson today and I learned to much. I would recommend her hands…read moredown! I can't wait for my next lesson!

As a parent, I became concerned about my daughter's friend group at school. It seemed like many of…read morethe kids around her were starting to get involved with drugs and focusing heavily on things like boyfriends, and I really wanted her to be surrounded by positive, sober teens her age who were working toward something meaningful. I literally hopped on google and did a search. Acting for Kids & Teens popped up. Enrolling her was one of the best decisions I've made. She absolutely loves the class and looks forward to going every single Saturday. It has given her a creative outlet, a supportive community, and something exciting to focus on. Her teacher, Steph, is fantastic and truly connects with the students in a positive and encouraging way. Hallie was also absolutely wonderful during the enrollment process--kind, helpful, and very responsive. I'm so grateful to have found a place where my daughter can build confidence, express herself, and spend time with other teens who are passionate about acting and creativity. I highly recommend Acting for Kids & Teens to any parent looking for a positive and inspiring environment for their child.

We absolutely love going to class at AFKT. We have a drive coming in from Washington, but the…read moretraffic is all going the opposite way so we cruise right in. The children's program is a wonderful way for kids to express themselves in a transformative atmosphere allowing creative growth. Super fun. I would highly recommend attending a class regardless of age. They have adult classes that looks so fun, one day I to will take a class, but first the kids.

We rented the Game Truck for our son's birthday party and all the kids had a blast! We rented it…read morefor 2 hours and after seeing how all the 7-8 year olds did I would recommend 1.5 hours for that age group. 1 hour wouldn't give them enough time to play all the games they wanted to try, but 2 hours felt long. The bus was clean and all the screens and controllers worked great. We had 16 kids and there was plenty of space for all them to sit. I believe our booking could have up to 20 kids. This is a great option for a fall/winter party when it's rainy outside. JK- the party host was nice- pretty reserved- but wish there was more energy and helpfulness when a kid was showing they were getting bored. Most of the kids didn't even know what games were offered and I felt like I had to help facilitate them knowing what options they had and wish the party host could have managed that piece. Side note- Even if you have a large driveway- front yard they will not park there. They do street parking so make sure to take that into account. Booking was easy and communication was great.

They were booked for our grad party last night to show up 11pm…read more At 10:20pm they sent a text that they were not coming due to staffing. An organizer had to call them back and found out the owners were out of state. What a HORRIBLE situation. Calling less than an hour before due and ruining a major activity for a once in a lifetime grad party for these kids. Don't ever risk this company to actually show up.

Do NOT do the party package…read more The staff was sweet, the kids had fun, and the pottery selection was honestly pretty slim -- but none of that is why I'm leaving this review. We booked the party package for my daughter's birthday. Eight kids painting. Several adults there to supervise, because that's how children's birthday parties work. Right as we were finishing setup -- gifts on the table, kids getting settled -- the manager came out to inform us we'd be charged extra for the adults. Adults who were not painting. Adults who were there to keep nine-year-olds from losing their minds. She framed it as "being flexible." I didn't find it flexible. I found it to be a surprise charge sprung at the worst possible moment, dressed up as a favor. When I pushed back, she told me "it's on our website." It is -- and it says painters. I was too busy managing a birthday party to pull up the page on the spot, but I checked afterward. She was wrong. The policy covers up to 12 painters. We had 8. The adults weren't painting, weren't taking up painting stations, and weren't costing the studio anything -- they were buying snacks and drinks and helping keep nine-year-olds in their seats so the staff didn't have to. We were good business. The kids had a great time. The manager made sure I didn't.

I love diy paint studios. The selection at Butterfly Effect is fine, not amazing, but fine…read more However the several visits we have had we have always encountered the staff to be fairly cold and unhelpful. With this being the only paint your own pottery studio in the area we use it for making gifts, however we just wish the staff were warmer so we could enjoy returning. The products itself come out great, so if you need to make a handprint plate, this place works.

Absolute Five Stars for Escapology!…read more We tackled the Scooby-Doo escape room, and wow... it was one of the most challenging rooms I've ever done. I've never failed to escape before, but this one got us! We were literally one or two steps away when the clock ran out. It was frustrating, but at the same time, incredibly entertaining. I have to admit, I felt like I let my son down because he was really hoping we'd beat it. When you're paying for an escape room, it definitely stings a little when you don't make it out. But honestly, that's part of what makes it such a great experience it leaves you wanting another shot. Pro tip: Bring four or five people if you can. There are so many clues, puzzles, and different things happening at once that having extra sets of eyes makes a huge difference. It's easy to lose time chasing the wrong clue or overlooking something that's right in front of you. Escapology in Clackamas/Happy Valley is top-notch. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and full of creative, immersive rooms with different themes and adventures. The puzzles are clever, the atmosphere pulls you in, and the whole experience keeps you engaged from start to finish. Yes, it's a little on the pricey side, but you only live once. It's a fantastic activity for families, friends, date nights, birthdays, or team-building. Even if you don't escape, you'll leave talking about the experience and laughing over everything you missed. We'll definitely be back for a rematch. Highly recommended!

Such a hidden gem (it's in a strip mall) and great activity for the rainy months. My daughter has…read morecompleted/done 3 rooms at Escapology- Saving Santa with friends, had her birthday party there and did The Lost City, and attended a birthday party which was in the Scooby-Doo room. All 3 times the kids had a blast and had to work as a team to escape. We love that they have options for kids escape rooms there. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The decor is great and sets a fun vibe. The party room is good sized and has lots of decorations already there which is super helpful. We were able to watch the kids via a screen in the party room which was fun to see them problem-solve. Would recommend checking out the escape rooms at Escapology.

My wife and I han amazing experience in the beginner glass blowing class with Andrew. He was a…read morefantastic instructor--knowledgeable, personable, and made both of us feel comfortable handling magma:) The hands-on experience was a lot of fun, and he did a great job explaining each step of the process. As someone who enjoys understanding how things work, I especially appreciated that he went beyond the basics and spent some time explaining the chemistry and physics behind glass blowing. That extra depth made the experience even more enjoyable for me. I highly recommend this class to anyone interested in trying glass blowing, whether you're just looking for a fun experience or want to learn more about the craft.

This was my first time taking a beginner glass making/blowing class with 3 friends at Firehouse…read moreGlass and I had an amazing time! Our instructor, Andrew, was fun, entertaining, and skilled at teaching to a variety of learning styles. He created a positive and safe space for us to practice multiple techniques. We completed three projects in the 4 hours of class time and were given a tour of their expansive studio space. If you have ever been interested in learning about glass art, I highly recommend this studio!

We had a lovely visit to the Oregon Arts Center to check out their small gallery. The receptionist…read moreeagerly greeted us and told us about the current exhibition. Several other folks strolled through while we were there, all getting the same gracious welcome and offers of water, coffee or a restroom. We were encouraged to vote in their People's Choice Awards to recognize the artists and vote for our favorite artistic work. Plein aer style was represented today, and we enjoyed picking a favorite. The Oregon Society of Artists name is still on the building, same folks, for a hundred years! Note the artists on the wall tiles outside, and don't miss the lovely front butterfly garden with benches and a cool metal sculpture in the center of a patch of giant daisies. Gorgeous and peaceful! Just a short walk from our hotel or Providence Park, open 10-4 weekdays!

Do not go here if you're disabled. They do not accommodate for disabilities. They will just…read moreescalate and start problems instead of communicating.