Adults
Our Adult Program inspires community members with dynamic offerings that spark creativity, build connection, and support mental and physical well-being.
From clubs and workshops to open gyms and evenings of connection and play, there’s always something new to join.
If you would like to apply for financial assistance for any of our programs, please click here.
Workshops, Classes & Events
Clubs & Groups
Community Swaps
Workshops Classes & Events
October’s Author Reading: Incendiant by Virginia Black
Wednesday, october 22 | 7:00-9:00 pm | free, rsvp below | SCH lobby
Join author Virginia Black and our host Sarah Bunger for an evening of stories, conversation & more! Virginia Black will read from her novel Incendiant, the second installation in her Joan of Crows series. Described by one reviewer as "...a darkly elegant, emotionally charged fantasy that knows how to hit both the action beats and the heartstrings,” this is sure to be a thrilling & fun evening
A synopsis: War witch Joan Matthews teamed up with bloodling Leigh Phan to save their town, but not everyone is happy with the outcome or with the secret they've been keeping. Separated by circumstance, each must learn to save herself, or all their gains will be forfeited—and everyone they know will pay the price.
Virginia Black is the award-winning author of the novels CONSECRATED GROUND, NO SHELTER BUT THE STARS, and INCENDIANT (all from Bywater Books). Her short stories appear in anthologies from Sapphire Books, Brisk Press, Bold Strokes Books, Bywater Books, and Flashpoint Publications. In 2024, she became a Lambda Fellow, joining one of the nation’s most prestigious LGBTQ+ writing residencies. She lives in the Pacific Northwest. http://www.virginiablackwrites.com
RSVP Here for Our Incendiant Author Reading:
Tai Chi
Dates: September 11-December 18, No Class October 2 or November 27
Thursdays | 1:30-2:30 Pm | $18 or $80 for a 5-class punch card/ DROP-IN | Gym
Tai Chi for Health is an introductory class for both beginners and anyone returning to Tai Chi after taking a break. This class practices the Yang style, short form, which consists of 24 forms. Tai Chi helps us all with balance and slow breathing, feeling calm and strong in our bodies. Come join us and find out how joyful movement can be!
NAMI Family to Family
Tuesdays | 6:00-8:30 | free | SCH Meeting Room
NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-week class for friends and family of adults with mental health conditions. Learn practical skills for support, communication, and self-care from trained volunteers with lived experience. Offered in partnership with NAMI Multnomah (a local chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness).
This session is currently full - check back for future session!
Clubs & Groups
Make & Mingle: A Crafting Club
Mondays | 6:30-8:30 Pm | FREE | SCH Art room
A welcoming drop-in space to work on your own craft projects, use shared supplies, and connect with others - plus options monthly challenges that support local causes.
Tuesdays
Drop-in Basketball 21+
Tuesdays | 6:15–9 Pm | $10/ DROP-IN or $40 for a 5-session punch card | SCH Gym
Bring your A-game to our gym!
Wednesdays
Portland Go Meetup
wednesdays | 6:30 pM-9:00 pm | free | meeting room
Join us for an evening of Go, a strategic 2 player game with lots of theory & philosophy around it. Also known as "baduk" or "the surrounding game." We have a limited supply of boards; if you have one you can easily bring along, please do!
Open to all skill levels, new players encouraged!
SCH Sketchbook Club
once a month on wednesdays | 6:30-8:30 Pm | Free | SCH Lobby
A monthly gathering of artists (of any level) to meet up and draw in their sketchbooks. Bring your sketchbook & art supplies for a casual, creative sketchbook session, and enjoy connecting and creating with others!
Dates: September 24, October 15, November 19, December 17
Mah Jongg Nights
1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursdays | 6:30-8:30 Pm | Free | SCH meeting room
American Mah Jongg, one set provided. Bring your own set and join this growing group of players. ALL experience levels welcome, come and learn with us!
Ukulele Jam (SMURK)
Thursdays | 6:30-8:30 Pm | FREE/ DROP-IN
Ukuleles RULE. Come jam with the Sellwood Moreland Ukulele Revival Klub! All levels are welcome.
Thursdays
Analog Social
thursdays | 6:30-8:30 Pm | FREE | SCH
Join us for a relaxed evening of analog fun - D&D, LEGOs, board games, puzzles, pogs, crafts and more. It’s a chance to play, create, and connect with your community.
Our space is set up like an open house, so you’re free to drop in, hang out, and enjoy the evening at your own pace. Whether you bring a craft project in progress, a book to read, or just want to explore what’s available, you’ll find a welcoming environment here.
Dads Play Sports
thursdays | 8:00-9:00 Pm | $3 drop-in | SCH
Join the neighborhood dads on Thursday nights to play a selection of rotation sports in our gym!
Dates: October 9 - December 18
Book Club
thursdays | 6:30-8:30 Pm | FREE | SCH meeting room
Join this lively group of readers to discuss each month’s book choice.
Dates:
September 25: James by Percival Everett
October 23: The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones
November 20: A Passage to India by E.M. Forster (throwback Thursday!)
Saturdays
Portland Haiku Group
Fall Dates: September date TBD, October 18, November 15, December 20
3rd Saturday | 12:00-2:00 Pm | $3/ DROP-IN | meeting room
Come together to share haiku and similar short poems, and support each other in the development and appreciation of poetry originating from Japanese culture. Contact Shelley Baker-Gard for more information: sbakergard@msn.com
Community Swaps
Join us for one of our many fall swaps! Whether it’s books, clothes, crafts, or cozy goods, our swaps are a fun and sustainable way to share, discover, and connect with your community. Come see what treasures you’ll find—or pass along something of your own!
Kids Clothing Swap
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 | 10 AM-12 PM | Free, Drop—in
Swap outgrown clothes for new-to-you finds at our Kids’ Clothing Swap—an easy, budget-friendly way to refresh your child’s wardrobe and share with other families!
Book Swap
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 | 6:30–8:30 PM | Free, DURING BOOK CLUB
Bring a book, take a book—join us for a community book swap and discover your next great read! All ages welcome.
Mixtape Swap
THURSDAY, october 9 | 6:30–8:30 PM | Free, DURING analog social
Go old-school with our Cassette Mixtape Swap—make a tape, share your favorite tracks, and trade it for someone else’s mix.
Granny Square Swap
Monday, October 20 | 6:30–8:30 PM | Free, DURING Craft Club
Join our Granny Square Swap—bring handmade squares of the same size to trade and collect a colorful mix for your next crochet project! Guidelines coming soon!
Soup Swap
thursday, november 6 | 6:00–8:00 PM | Free, DURING Analog Social
Swap a jar of your favorite homemade soup and go home with a variety of delicious soups made by your community! More information coming soon!
Yarn Swap
Monday, november 17 | 6:30–8:30 PM | Free, DURING Craft Club
Bring your extra yarn and trade it for new colors, textures, and inspiration at our community yarn swap!
Club Incubator
We ❤️ Clubs! Sellwood Community House is all about bringing people together to meet friends, make friends, and build community. Many clubs have formed under our roof, and we would love to add to that list! If we don’t offer something that sparks your interest, come to us with your ideas and we can help connect you with others who might like to start something new!
Interested in Leading a Class or Club at SCH, or Proposing an Event?
Are you interested in bringing a class or workshop to SCH, either? Tell us more about your idea here!
Interested in more offerings at SCH?
Is there a class you would like to take, or a club you would like to join, that we aren’t offering yet? Please let us know by filling out this class interest form, and thank you for sharing your ideas with SCH!
Need financial support for our Adult & Senior programs?
Apply for our scholarship program!