BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//TriMet Rider Insider blog - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:TriMet Rider Insider blog X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://blog.trimet.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for TriMet Rider Insider blog REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T213000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260206T182028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T184512Z UID:25233-1777059000-1777066200@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:Improv Giants DESCRIPTION:The Siren Theater is all about comedy and tonight we bring you a night of improv comedy – live comedy scenes and characters created spontaneously and on the spot – from The Siren’s own Improv Giants (think Second City and Upright Citizen’s Brigade)! A group made up of some of the smartest\, fastest\, funniest improv actors around\, The Siren Giants are ready to surprise you. \nFeaturing the improv comedy of these Giants: \nShelley McLendon: She not only owns The Siren\, but she performs sketch comedy wtih The Aces\, Lone Wolves and Sisters of Mercy\, and is responsible for the staged adaptations of 80’s cult movies like Road House\, The Lost Boys and Dirty Dancing. \nJed Arkley: Jed is the co founder of the Stumptown Improv Festival and has been spotted on stage in Road House-The Play\, The Lost Boys-Live and She’s Like The Wind and in commercials for Trunk Monkey\, The Oregon Lottery and more. \nNicholas Kessler: Nicholas is one of the best improv instructors around\, and you’ve seen him on stage in Second City’s Twist Your Dickens at PCS\, in The Siren’s She’s Like The Wind as Johnny Castle\, and as a series regular on Portlandia. \nTony Marcellino: Tony is an improviser and sketch comedy writer\, and has left audiences breathless in Road House-The Play\, The Lost Boys-Live!\, and in The Siren Theater’s Best Christmas Ever! \nPay what you want $10 – 20. \nThe Siren Theater is all ages\, and this show is best for those 14 up. \nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/improv-giants/ LOCATION:The Siren Theater\, 3913 N Mississippi Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97227 CATEGORIES:Comedy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260210T221343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222544Z UID:25314-1776594600-1776603600@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:Earth Month Eco-Art DESCRIPTION:A recycling-inspired collage workshop celebrating creativity and care for the planet! \nIn honor of Earth Month\, this workshop blends sustainability with artistic exploration. Using recycled materials\, natural textures\, and found imagery\, participants craft meaningful eco-art pieces that reflect their relationship with the land. Surrounded by the vibrant expansion of spring\, we explore how art can become a pathway to awareness\, gratitude\, and reciprocity. \nYou will learn: Collage techniques using recycled and repurposed materials – How to integrate nature themes and environmental intentions into artwork – Gentle reflection exercises that honor the land and our shared responsibility as caretakers. \nYou will leave with: A unique eco-art collage created from reclaimed materials – Practical ideas for sustainable art-making at home – A deeper sense of connection\, reciprocity\, and gratitude for the natural world. \n• Space is limited; please register online\n• Registration closes Sunday\, April 19th at 8am\n• Class reminder & details will be emailed closer to the program date\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/earth-month-eco-art/ LOCATION:Hoyt Arboretum\, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97221 CATEGORIES:Outdoor Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260217T002520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T162939Z UID:25384-1776592800-1776614400@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:Free Day at the Discovery Museum DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the Discovery Museum for free today as part of World Forestry Center’s Free Day Series celebrating their 60th anniversary. Explore interactive exhibits\, take part in family-friendly activities\, and connect with community partners through special programming that highlights forests\, wildfire preparedness and sustainability.\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/free-day-at-the-discovery-museum-april-19/ LOCATION:World Forestry Center\, 4033 SW Canyon Rd\, Portland\, OR\, 97221 CATEGORIES:Museums END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T083000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260109T195327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T235148Z UID:24336-1776583800-1776587400@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:Bridge to Brews 2026 DESCRIPTION:Running for over 20 years in Portland\, the iconic Bridge to Brews race is Portland’s Running Beer Festival! Taking place on a beautiful spring Sunday at Waterfront Park for the annual 10k\, 8k\, 5k run and BEV MILE. \nAfter the race\, enjoy a hosted beer and cider tasting event on the waterfront\, sip on some of Portland’s best beer and cider while enjoying music\, games and local vendors.\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/bridge-to-brews-2026/ LOCATION:Tom McCall Waterfront Park\, 98 SW Naito Pkwy\, Portland\, OR\, 97204 CATEGORIES:Running & Races END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260413T155300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T155300Z UID:25798-1776513600-1776524400@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:MAX Type 1 Goodbye Event DESCRIPTION:All aboard for a final goodbye! 

Join us as we celebrate the iconic Type 1 MAX trains before they retire!
 \nCome sign the exterior of train\, snap photos in the cab\, order special Type 1 merch and be part of this historic sendoff. Everyone’s welcome! \nP.S. Best MAX Type 1 costume wins a piece of a Type 1!\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/max-type-1-goodbye-event/ LOCATION:Holladay Park\, NE Holladay St & 11th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97232 CATEGORIES:TriMet Happenings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T123000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260210T221342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222628Z UID:25313-1776508200-1776515400@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:Brainy Birds: Spring DESCRIPTION:Birds are incredible and have adapted to survive in dynamic & changing environments. Every species has unique traits and sometimes quite specialized strategies. Using the backdrop of seasonal changes at Hoyt Arboretum\, Dr. Kiki Sanford will facilitate discovery of the many ways it is connected to its avian inhabitants. \nWinter classes will center on adaptations for surviving intense seasonal conditions. Spring brings the frenzy of breeding season. Summer includes juvenile development and the onset of the next annual cycle. And\, Autumn classes will focus on the fall migration. Each seasonal class will highlight the various birds present in the Arboretum\, and include observation & discussion of specific aspects of how their brains & bodies lead to certain behaviors useful in the Hoyt habitats. Short informal lectures and group discussions will be followed by exploratory bird-watching hikes to observe these processes in action. \n• Registration closes 2 hours before the start time\n• Class starts indoors and ends outside with a guided walk\n• Reminder & details will be emailed closer to the program date\n• When you attend at least two Brainy Birds classes\, you will receive a coupon code for 15% off of future ticket prices\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/brainy-birds-spring/ LOCATION:Hoyt Arboretum\, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97221 CATEGORIES:Outdoor Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T090000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260120T173724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T164150Z UID:24822-1776502800-1776502800@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:The Clackamas Bookshelf’s 50-Cent Book Sale DESCRIPTION:Looking for a good read for the weekend? We’ve got 28\,000 books\, all 50 Cents or less.\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/the-clackamas-bookshelfs-50-cent-book-sale-april-18/ LOCATION:Kraxberger Middle School\, 17777 Webster Rd\, Gladstone\, OR\, 97027 CATEGORIES:Literary Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T113000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260109T195327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T235051Z UID:24335-1776499200-1776511800@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:Gresham Lilac Run DESCRIPTION:Join the eighth year of the Gresham Lilac Run! The 5k\, 10k\, Half Marathon\, and Little Lilac Run events are now open for registration.\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/gresham-lilac-run/ LOCATION:Main City Park\, 219 S Main Ave\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:Running & Races END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260417 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260327T165612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T170318Z UID:25743-1776384000-1776470399@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:World Public Transport Day DESCRIPTION:World Public Transport Day is taking place on April 17! Itʼs a global celebration of the journeys that move us and the people who make them possible. From everyday commutes to extraordinary destinations\, itʼs a day to celebrate how public transport connects us all – to work\, to lif and to each other. Take transit today! \nPlan your trip at trimet.org URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/world-public-transport-day/ LOCATION:OR CATEGORIES:TriMet Happenings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260414T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260414T180000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260203T171441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T171441Z UID:25165-1776153600-1776189600@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:TEDxPortland DESCRIPTION:This year\, we come home to the stage where it began\, the spark that started it all\, and the community that continues to build something extraordinary. \nNot just a place\, but a feeling of connection\, of possibility\, and where ideas change everything. \nTEDxPortland has always belonged to this city. Coming home means honoring where we started while stepping boldly into what’s ahead. \nWhile the past got us here\, lessons become legacy. Our wisdom fuels action\, shaping the future we dare to create. \nYear 14 invites us to welcome new perspectives\, honor the voices that inspired us\, and rediscover the power of coming home to one another\, to our community\, and to the ideas that carry us forward. \nMain Auditorium tickets are $249\, Livestream Studio tickets are $89. More info on website.\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/tedxportland/ LOCATION:Portland Center Stage at The Armory\, 128 NW 11th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97209 CATEGORIES:Conferences & Panels END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260412T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260412T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260203T172403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T172403Z UID:25173-1776015000-1776024000@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:Portland Trail Blazers vs. Sacramento Kings DESCRIPTION:Catch this Trail Blazers game against the Sacramento Kings!\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/portland-trail-blazers-vs-sacramento-kings/ LOCATION:Moda Center\, 1 N Center Ct St\, Portland\, OR\, 97227 CATEGORIES:Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T153000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260109T195327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T003148Z UID:24334-1775914200-1775921400@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:Portland Timbers vs. LAFC DESCRIPTION:The Timbers take on LAFC! You can use your digital game ticket as proof of fare when riding TriMet buses and trains 🎟️\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/portland-timbers-vs-lafc/ LOCATION:Providence Park\, 1844 SW Morrison St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205 CATEGORIES:Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260410T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260410T190000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260203T170310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T172015Z UID:25162-1775847600-1775847600@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:Portland Trail Blazers vs. LA Clippers DESCRIPTION:Catch this Trail Blazers game against the LA Clippers!\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/portland-trail-blazers-vs-la-clippers/ LOCATION:Moda Center\, 1 N Center Ct St\, Portland\, OR\, 97227 CATEGORIES:Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260410T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T230000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260109T210917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T163906Z UID:24396-1775836800-1775948400@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:Portland Night Market DESCRIPTION:75+ of Portland’s best vendors celebrating local food\, culture\, music\, drinks and retail. \nThe Portland Night Market showcases many unique businesses that call Portland home. Blending food\, culture\, music\, drinks and retail together for an adventurous evening in the Central Eastside. Come meet some of Portland’s best makers and creators! \nFriday & Saturday\, 4 pm–11 pm\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/portland-night-market-april-10-11/ LOCATION:Portland Night Market\, 100 SE Alder St\, Portland\, OR\, 97214 CATEGORIES:Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T000000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260109T184427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T185019Z UID:24293-1775692800-1776556800@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:Portland Panorama DESCRIPTION:Portland Panorama begins by showcasing significant international cinema\, offering audiences the chance to experience acclaimed films and bold new voices from around the world that may not otherwise screen locally. Mid-week\, the focus shifts to celebrating filmmakers from the Pacific Northwest\, highlighting regional stories\, talent and perspectives. \nThe festival creates a space for discovery\, conversation\, and connection\, bringing film lovers and filmmakers together to explore both global cinema and the creative community right here at home. URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/portland-panorama/ LOCATION:OR CATEGORIES:Movies END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260319T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T211258 CREATED:20260319T183216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T184511Z UID:25666-1773948600-1776540600@blog.trimet.org SUMMARY:Dear Evan Hansen at the Broadway Rose New Stage DESCRIPTION:Evan feels like an outsider. When tragedy strikes\, he is thrust into the spotlight\, offering him a chance to be seen—for better or worse. His innocent attempt at reinvention causes a viral social media storm and the truth unravels. Dear Evan Hansen is a coming-of-age story that demonstrates the power of human connection and a desire we all have: to belong. Tony and Olivier Award Winner for Best Musical\, this profoundly raw and heartfelt story reminds us that we will be found. Audience discretion is advised. \nBook by Steven Levenson \nMusic and Lyrics by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul \nDirection and Musical staging by Abe Reybold \nMultiple 7:30 pm shows & 2:00 pm matinees. Some shows are sold out. Run time is approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes\, including one 15 minute intermission.\nPlan your trip URL:https://blog.trimet.org/event/dear-evan-hansen-at-the-broadway-rose-new-stage/ LOCATION:Broadway Rose New Stage\, 12850 SW Grant Ave\, Tigard\, OR\, 97223 CATEGORIES:Performances END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR