You can join OPB at a variety of community events and engagements this year. From screenings to panels and audience Q&A’s, learn more about them below and check back for event updates.
Upcoming Events
“The Living Legacy of Colegio César Chávez” documentary screening at the Oregon Historical Society
Wednesday, Jan. 22 | 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Oregon Historical Society
1200 SW Park Ave., Portland
Join us for a screening of OPB’s new “Oregon Experience” documentary “The Living Legacy of Colegio César Chávez.”
The event will include a panel discussion led by documentary producer Alicia Avila, Colegio César Chávez co-founders Sonny Montes and José Romero, and Colegio César Chávez: The Legacy Lives On / El legado sigue vivo exhibition curator Natalia Fernández, which will be on view at the Oregon Historical Society in 2025. They will share a behind-the-scenes discussion about the film, the significance of Colegio’s legacy today, and open the conversation to the audience for questions.
Doors open at 6 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Learn more at opb.org/colegio
Black Journeys: Exploring Oregon’s Black history, the legacy of racial injustice and paths forward
Thursday, Feb. 6 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
OMSI Empirical Theater
1945 SE Water Ave., Portland
Join us for an upcoming screening of two films from OPB’s “Oregon Experience” history series: “Oregon’s Black Pioneers” and “The Road to Sunrise.”
This screening for Black History Month tells the stories of Black Oregonians’ past and present, and culminates in the hope of a future that is possible in our state.
Following the screening, we will have an audience Q&A and panel discussion with those featured in the documentaries, and we are eager to have you join us.
Content warning: these films contain images depicting lynchings and racist violence, as well as racist slurs. Viewer discretion is advised.
Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Registration is free but required. Find tickets here.
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“Dear Aloha” at The Redd on Salmon | A love letter to Hawaii
Sunday, Feb. 16 | 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
The Redd on Salmon
831 SE Salmon St., Portland
In February, you can attend a free screening of the new documentary short film, “Dear Aloha,” by Native Hawaiian Cris Romento – who was raised here in the Pacific Northwest.
The film follows two Native Hawaiians living in the Pacific Northwest as they reflect on how Aloha sustains them amidst distance, loss, and longing. Meanwhile, back in Hawaii, locals grapple with the history of colonization that has Hawaiians disappearing from their homeland.
The event features Hawaiian catering, a special performance by Halau Ka Lei Haliʻa O Ka Lokelani, representation from a variety of Pacific Islander and Hawaiian organizations, and a panel conversation with the fillmmaker.
Doors open at 2 p.m. Tickets are free but required. Find tickets here.
“The Evergreen” live at The Tomorrow Theater
Thursday, Mar. 6 | 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The Tomorrow Theater
3530 SE Division St., Portland
This March, join OPB’s weekly podcast, “The Evergreen” for a special live taping in Portland. “The Evergreen” tells the stories of the people, places, communities and cultures that make up this region. It’s a podcast about the place you live, the places you love, and the geography you feel connected to.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Registration is free but encouraged. Find tickets here.
Event details are subject to change. Check back for updates.