Calendar of Events

Day of the African Child

Saturday, June 27th, 10 am - 5 pm

World Forestry Center

4033 SW Canyon Rd. Portland (Map)

Join us as we celebrate Day of the African Child with the World Forestry Center and Harambee Centre

Day of the African Child is a day to celebrate the progress made in health, education, equality and protection for all of Africa's children. The festival will educate people about the cultural variety and overall spirit of Africa through music, dance, storytelling, food and an African Marketplace.

Salem World Beat Festival

Saturday, June 27th 10 am - 11 pm and Sunday June 28th, 11 am - 6 pm

Held in Salem's beautiful Riverfront Park on the banks of the famous Willamette River, the Salem World Beat Festival is a two-day, non-stop program of international music, dance, food, hands-on crafts and folklore. Three costumed processions and more than 125 performances, demonstrations and workshops take place throughout the weekend. In addition to cultural exhibits, food, clothing and gift items, each of the festival’s World Villages includes a children’s area with free, hands-on cultural crafts.

Mississippi Street Fair

Saturday, July 11th , 10 am - 9 pm

Mississippi Street between N Fremont and N Skidmore Portland (Map)

20% of all sales will go to benefit First Books. Contact us at info@globalsistergoods.com for more information about this event or to schedule a fundraiser for your organization.

Art in the Plaza

Sunday, July 12, August 2nd, August 16th and September 13th 10 am - 3 pm

Millennium PlazaPark

200 First Street, Lake Oswego (Map)

Stroll through beautiful Millennium Plaza Park and enjoy original art work by local and international artists. All art will be available for purchase.