We have attended two kids concerts here and l loved them both! There is a dedicated parking lot,…read morefree snacks, sensory headphones upon request, and a safe grass space for running around after the show! The staff was friendly and helpful. They also usually offer a treat like cookies during the concert too. The kids get to dance in the front and interact with the singers - we saw Ants Ants Ants and Red Yarn. There is no pressure to stay in your seat for those who are wiggly or for baby wearing parents to walk around. Other concerts and events here are super affordable and amazing for the community. We have also taken music classes here in the upstairs art gallery space and I know they have a cool pottery studio in the basement as well. Support the arts!

Beautiful, well-appointed venue. We attended a small wedding here. There were about 75 people in…read moreattendance. The stained glass windows and gothic style wood ceiling added beautiful decor for the wedding photos. Located in downtown Hillsboro. They have a private parking lot and street parking available. The venue was clean and well laid out. Bathrooms were downstairs and an elevator available for those who couldn't take the stairs. Kitchen was on the main level, which made the food and beverage setup and service convenient. The wedding was catered and everything was wonderful. I'm not sure how much it cost, but the bride, groom and family seemed very happy. Would recommend.

Looking for a unique gift which is an original piece of art? Be sure to check out this store! You…read morewill find cool, original jewelry, gorgeous wood vases, paintings to brighten up a room, darling baby gifts and blanket, beautiful original scarves, cards, and much more. As you walk in , you are greeted with a friendly smile and welcome. I recommend making this a priority stop when you are in Hillsboro, Oregon! You will be so happy you did! I certainly am!

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What a great local,gallery. Wonderful selection of art all at affordable prices. Well worth a…read morelong visit.

David and I recently attended a performance by Noam Pikelny and Friends at the Reser. I really…read moreenjoyed this performance, of which Noam's Friends who played Fiddle, String Base, Acoustic Guitar, and a "kick ass" Mandolin. Noam is widely recognized banjoist. We deeply appreciated his journey through "War Ravaged" Portland to get here. The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts is stunning venue. The auditorium had nice acoustics and sight lines, and I don't think there was a bad seat in the house. We actually sat next to Patricia and her husband, who happened to be one of David's old High School Teachers. Outside the Auditorium is a pretty multi-level lobby space, teaching rooms, an interesting art gallery, and great light. There's also a spacious outside plaza and an inviting entrance. Reser staff were all very professional hand helpful. The Reser was also an easy walk from my Hotel and the Max Light Rail, for those not driving. I'd love to come back, and maybe for the Stop Making Sense Tour?

This is a beautifully modern venue, featuring polished concrete, glass and wood details, with…read morethoughtful accessibility features throughout. The staff is welcoming and helpful. The building is clean and well maintained and the auditorium is inviting and intimate. I appreciate the design aesthetic and attention to detail. And as a Bay Area native, I was pleasantly surprised to attend LaRussell's performance, which is part of the Rhythm + Revolution event series that has an amazing line up of hip hop culture events. I also viewed the Black Matter and ReENVISIONED exhibits showcasing Black artists. Very grateful to The Reser for hosting these types of events, artists and artwork - thank you!

This is a great to come and perform on open Mic night - Fridays from 7:30 (check-in at 6:30) until…read moreeveryone has performed. 3 songs or 15 minutes. You can get beer and wine and they have free snacks. The really nice thing is that they don't tolerate talking or extraneous noises during performances and everyone is super supportive. They have a great sound system and house instruments, including a grand piano. They also host the Hillsboro Art Walk and display local artist's paintings, drawings, and photography. I highly

Influence Music Hall is where I became a musician. I'd sung in choirs and even been in a band or…read moretwo, taken lessons of all kinds, practiced my heart out, but hearing other people's performances coupled with being willing to put my own work out there made a huge change in my life AND my musical capabilities.There's something about the hall... whether it's the welcoming atmosphere or the people you find there... You'll find acceptance, no matter who you are or your level of musical skill. I still haven't put my finger on what makes it so long-running and successful. I don't know of any other open mic venue that has lasted this long. I may be a bit partial, in that I liked it so much, I stuck around and volunteered. So are you a music lover? Play an instrument? Want to finally sing your original creations for someone other than the cat? Got poetry? Come down and check it out some Friday night... sign up tickets given out at 6:30pm. Sign ups start at 7pm.

This is a terrific little co-op gallery, full of artwork of surprisingly good quality at really…read moregood prices. So wonderful to support local artists! I always find a great selection of special 'little gifts' for my girlfriends here,. They also have wonderful classes - be sure to check them out. A community jewel, well kept secret!

This gem of a boutique gallery is in a small space next to the Cedar Mill Library. If you like…read moreunique and affordable gifts and small scale works of art, go check it out! The gallery is staffed by friendly member volunteers, and the selection if artwork is beautiful. They have jewelry, paintings, ceramics,and many other delightful works of art created by member artists. I'm so glad that I happened to find this unique place. Next time you are looking for a special and affordable gift, go here first!

Such a fun time playing at the mobile Flip Museum this past weekend at Frog Pond. My kids loved…read morerunning their own food cart. After about 30 minutes of playing we finally were able to get them to leave. We found the Flip Mobile on our way out of the pumpkin patch. They loved switching jobs, all the food options, play money, mixing up the menu, and play area.

Tip- parking is available behind the building…read more Ilt's a bit away from Portland but the space was great for my little one's 4th birthday party. Party rate was a flat rate for two hours and not a pay per child model like other places. I appreciate the blending of play with technology; dressing up and seeing onself in different backgrounds given the green stream and scanning dinosaur drawings into a landscape. I hope this museum continues to grow and have more for older kids to play, explore and learn. The bathroom situation- a single which requires a code, is a bit lacking.

We had a great experience working with Kristen recently. We had a hand painted art on a piece of…read moresilk that needed to be framed and I am so glad we found this place. Kristen was respectful of the art and found the perfect mat and frame. She gave a 3 week period but called the next day with the finished product! She is very experienced and has much knowledge, so will definitely go to her for more custom framing jobs! It is also a really cute store and would recommend anyone visiting Forest Grove to pop by here.

Wow. What an impression on a first time potential customer. I decided I wanted to support a local…read morebusiness. Immediately upon entering the store, I was treated with the upmost disrespect & passive aggressive attitude I was so caught off guard. Not surprised being a person of color in this town. Do not support this nonsense!

This marketplace was sooo soo so much fun! A super great outing! This indoor and outdoor…read moremarketplace is filled with vendors and lots and lots of food and snacks. My personal favorite spot was the roasted corn stand outside of this marketplace. Second favorite was El Parisa 100% natural the drinks here were so fresh. I got a papaya drink and loved it. Also got fresh shredded fruit not sure the name for it in Spanish but also so good. I got churros for Rosa's churro outside also great! Can't wait to comeback and try more food!

This was my first time here and came specially for the Latin America Food Festival! I didn't…read morerealize how big their parking lot was, and there was also plenty of street parking. This place is filled with food, commodity, and services vendors and it has such a homey vibe. I thought the Latin America Food Festival was a great way for someone like me who is not super familiar with Latin cuisine and culture to get to explore some really delicious things from several different vendors. Great event and I would for sure be back to try some more things in the future!