The Arc Portland Metro

Friendship & Dating 101 | Starting Nov 6th - Dec 11th 2025 - Beaverton, OR
2025-11-06 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Elsie Stuhr Center, 5550 SW Hall Blvd, Beaverton, OR, 97005, United States
Join us to learn how to build healthy friendships and relationships! This class is for people who experience Intellectual and developmental disabilities. We explore who we are, what we like and how we can engage in making friends and romantic relationships.
Cost: $75 for the full series
Scholarships & Sliding Scales are available for participants that qualify
If you are an Arc Portland Metro Participant member you will also receive a discount
Topics include:

Understanding who we are
Understanding our and other’s feelings
Consent & Boundaries
Different types of relationships
Social Cues and how we present ourselves
Communication
How to have healthier relationships

*This is a 5 week class, we skip Nov 27th for the Thanksgiving Holiday

CLUB IMPACT | MOVIE NIGHT WEDNESDAY NOV 5th
2025-11-05 18:00 - 20:30 | Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
Join Club Impact for a fun night with friends, food, and a great movie on Wednesday, November 5th from 6PM to 8:30 PM at the Community for Positive Aging (1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR 97212).
🍕 We’ll have pizza!🎥 Register by Wednesday, October 29th for just $6.00 — and you’ll get to vote on the movie we’ll show!
Come relax, have fun, and spend time with friends.We can’t wait to see you there!
📅 When: Wednesday, Nov 5 | 6:00–8:30 PM – Doors open at 5:45PM📍 Where: Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR 97212💵 Cost: $6.00 per person

CLUB MOSAIC | CLACKAMAS TOWN CENTER MALL
2025-11-05 12:00 - 14:00 | Clackamas Town Center (Food Court), 12000 SE 82nd Ave, Happy Valley, OR, 97086, United States
Club Mosaic is a social art group for people of all ages, offering a welcoming space to make art and meet others in a relaxed, friendly setting.
This free event takes place on the first Wednesday of each month at the Clackamas Town Center Mall food court.
As part of The Arc Portland Metro’s community programs, Club Mosaic provides art supplies—thanks to generous donations—so everyone can join in, even if they don’t have their own materials.

Friendship & Dating 102 | Starting Tuesdays Nov 4th to Dec 2nd 6-8PM
2025-11-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Services Inc., 14215 NW Science Park Drive, Portland, OR, 97229, United States
About this classFriendship & Dating 102 is a safe and supportive class for adults in the I/DD community who want to build stronger relationship skills. In this class, we will talk together, play role-play activities, and practice real-life skills. Everyone gets a chance to share and learn at their own pace.
You will learn about:

Setting and respecting boundaries
Building healthy friendships and relationships
Talking and listening with respect
Dating safely and kindly handling breakups
Staying safe online and finding new ways to connect with your community

This class is designed to be easy to follow, with clear examples, group activities, and handouts you can take home.
Cost: $50 for the full 5-week class
What we will learn each week:

Week 1 (Nov 4): Boundaries & Respect(Includes a recap of consent) – How to say what feels okay and what doesn’t, and how to respect others’ choices.
Week 2 (Nov 11): Healthy vs. Unhealthy RelationshipsWhat makes a good relationship and what signs mean it may not be safe or respectful.
Week 3 (Nov 18): Friendship SkillsHow to start a friendship, be a good friend, and work through small problems.
Week 4 (Nov 25): Dating Skills & BreakupsWhat dating can look like, planning safe dates, and how to end a relationship kindly.
Week 5 (Dec 2): Online Safety & Community ConnectionsHow to stay safe online and where to meet friends and connections in the community.

CLUB IMPACT | BINGO NIGHT
2025-11-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
Looking for a fun, social evening with friendly faces and the thrill of calling out “Bingo!”? Join us at Club Impact’s Bingo Night, a favorite monthly event for adults in the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (I/DD) community!
🗓 When: Generally held on the first Monday of each month, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
📍 Where: Hollywood Senior Center (Community for Positive Aging)
1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR 97212
👥 Who: Adults in the I/DD community, their families, and support staff
💵 Cost: $5.00 @ the door or $4.50 (if you pay in advanced) for participants — caregivers attend free
🍽 Perks: A meal and snacks are provided for participants!
🎲 Just bring your excitement—bingo cards will be provided (no markers needed). Expect great prizes, lots of laughs, and a welcoming community vibe.

CLUB IMPACT | BIRTHDAY & GAME NIGHT
2025-10-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
Club Impact Birthday & Game NightReady to celebrate friends and have a blast with your favorite games? Join us at Club Impact’s Birthday & Game Night, a monthly celebration for adults in the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (I/DD) community!
When: Generally held on the third Monday of each month, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMWhere: Hollywood Senior Center (Community for Positive Aging)1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR 97212Who: Adults in the I/DD community, their families, and support staffCost: $5.00 @ the door or $4.50 (if you pay in advance) for participants — caregivers attend freePerks: A meal and snacks are provided for participants!
Expect birthday cake for all our monthly honorees, plus a variety of fun board games, card games, and group games—that bring everyone together for laughter and connection.

CLUB IMPACT | Halloween Dance Night!
2025-10-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
Get ready to move and groove at one of Club Impact’s most high-energy monthly events: Dance Night with DJ Lamar! It’s a fun and welcoming space for adults in the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (I/DD) community to dance, socialize, and enjoy a night out.
🗓 When: Generally held on the second Monday of each month, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM📍 Where: Hollywood Senior Center (Community for Positive Aging)1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR 97212👥 Who: Adults in the I/DD community, their families, and support staff💵 Cost: $5.00 at the door for participants $4.50 for registering here — caregivers attend free🍽 Perks: Enjoy a meal and snacks as part of the evening
🎧 Come dance to your favorite songs from DJ Lamar, and enjoy the vibrant, supportive community vibe that makes Club Impact special.
No registration needed—just show up and dance it out!

CLUB IMPACT | OCTOBER BINGO NIGHT 1st Monday of the Month
2025-10-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212, United States

CLUB IMPACT | BIRTHDAY & GAME NIGHT SEPTEMBER 2025
2025-09-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
Club Impact Birthday & Game NightReady to celebrate friends and have a blast with your favorite games? Join us at Club Impact’s Birthday & Game Night, a monthly celebration for adults in the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (I/DD) community!
When: Generally held on the third Monday of each month, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMWhere: Hollywood Senior Center (Community for Positive Aging)1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR 97212Who: Adults in the I/DD community, their families, and support staffCost: $3.00 @ the door for participants — caregivers attend freePerks: A meal and snacks are provided for participants!
Expect birthday cake for all our monthly honorees, plus a variety of fun board games, card games, and group games—that bring everyone together for laughter and connection.

SUMMER BLAST EVENT!
2025-09-01 16:00 - 20:00 | Luuwit View Park, NE 127th Avenue and NE Fremont Street, Portland, 97230, United States
Join Us for a Labor Day Celebration!

Get ready for an evening of fun, food, and friends at Luuwit View Park!
Cost: It’s $5.00 per participant. (pay below)
When: Monday, September 1st, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Where: Luuwit View Park – NE 127th Avenue and NE Fremont Street, Portland, OR 97230

Who’s Invited: Everyone! Participants, providers, parents, volunteers, Arc members, and all friends of Club Impact are welcome.
What to Expect: We’ll have good food, lively conversation, and music and dancing with DJ Lamar.
We’ll Provide: Delicious burgers, hot dogs, and drinks, plus games, raffle prizes, and plenty of fun!

CLUB IMPACT | BIRTHDAY & GAME NIGHT AUGUST 2025
2025-08-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212, United States

CLUB IMPACT | Bingo Night 1st Monday of the Month
2025-07-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
Looking for a fun, social evening with friendly faces and the thrill of calling out “Bingo!”? Join us at Club Impact’s Bingo Night, a favorite monthly event for adults in the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (I/DD) community!
🗓 When: Generally held on the first Monday of each month, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
📍 Where: Hollywood Senior Center (Community for Positive Aging)
1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR 97212
👥 Who: Adults in the I/DD community, their families, and support staff
💵 Cost: $3.00 entry for participants — caregivers attend free
🍽 Perks: A meal and snacks are provided for all attendees!
🎲 Just bring your excitement—bingo cards will be provided (no markers needed). Expect great prizes, lots of laughs, and a welcoming community vibe.
No need to register—just come as you are!

CLUB IMPACT | COMMUNITY NIGHT
2025-06-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
Club Impact’s Community Night is a fun event where participants try new activities. In the past, we’ve had Talent Shows, Art Nights, and more. We also invite guest speakers to talk about helpful resources and programs. There are board games, healthy snacks, and a meal. Participants pay $3.00, and their caregiver can come for free.
This March, we will talk about the rules for being at Club Impact and other programs at The Arc. If it’s your first time, you’ll learn how we work together to make Club Impact a great place for everyone!

CLUB IMPACT | BIRTHDAY & GAME NIGHT
2025-06-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-19 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
Celebrate everyone’s special day at Club Impact’s Birthday & Game Night! Join us for a fun-filled evening where we celebrate this month’s birthdays with delicious cake for everyone! We’ll also have a variety of board games to play. Enjoy healthier snacks and a meal, too. Admission is $3.00 at the door for participants, and free for caregivers.
*Please note this event is usually quieter and we have less participants. This is a good day for people who need a quieter environment. However if it does get loud we have quiet rooms.

Friendship & Dating 101 Tuesday June 10th - Class is full
2025-06-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Services Inc., 14215 NW Science Park Drive, Portland, OR, 97229, United States
Friendship & Dating 101 – 5-Week Course – Class is full
Join us to learn how to build healthy friendships and relationships! This class is open to adults 18+ in the I/DD community and led by Casey Faubion.

Cost: $50 for the full series
Need help with payment? Email us at programs@thearcpdx.org

You must attend all 5 classes. We meet at the same time and place each week. Topics include:

Understanding feelings
Different types of relationships
Setting personal boundaries
Communication and meeting new people
Planning dates and outings

Location: Community Services Inc, 14215 NW Science Park Dr, Portland, OR 97229You’ll get an email with full details 2 weeks before class starts.

CLUB IMPACT | DANCE NIGHT
2025-06-09 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-14 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
Get ready to move and groove at Club Impact’s Dance Night! Join us for an evening of high-energy fun with music by the one and only DJ Lamar. Dance the night away in a lively and inclusive atmosphere. Enjoy healthier snacks and a meal while you’re there! Admission is $3.00 at the door for participants, and free for caregivers.
*Please note: This event has a lot of participants and it is louder than our usual events, if you are sensitive to loud noises this may not be the best events to attend. We do offer quiet rooms for people who want to attend but need to take a break.

CLUB IMPACT | BINGO NIGHT
2025-06-02 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-07 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Community for Positive Aging, 1820 NE 40th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
Get ready for a night of fun and prizes at Club Impact’s Bingo Night! Join us for an exciting evening of bingo, hosted by the one and only DJ Lamar. Enjoy healthier snacks and a meal while you play! Participants can join the fun for just $3.00 at the door, while caregivers attend for free.
*Please Note: This program is our busiest and participants are very focused on the game. We have separate rooms available for folks who want to socialize or take a break from the large group.

SPARKLE PROM - Saturday February 8th 2025
2025-02-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Pioneer Community Center, 615 5th St, Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
Get ready to shine at the Sparkle Prom! This special event is for adults aged 18 and older in the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (I/DD) community.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of fun, dancing, and connection on Saturday, February 8th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
at the Pioneer Community Center, located at 615 5th St, Oregon City, OR 97045.
Enjoy great music provided by DJ Lamar, a delicious dinner, and plenty of opportunities to celebrate and make memories with friends.
This event is free, but registration is required to attend.
For more information or to register, email kyle97045@gmail.com. Don’t miss this chance to dress up, dance, and sparkle the night away!
