We've scared up tons of fun for family Halloween celebrations

Why wait until Halloween to get festive? Start the fun this weekend with two Friday evening events and the Saturday Spooktacular at Jenkins Estate.

Here's a complete list of our remaining Halloween-themed events:

• Oct. 26: Pumpkin Fest at Conestoga (6:30-8:30 p.m.)
• Oct. 26: Great Pumpkin Hunt at Garden Home (6-8 p.m.)
• Oct. 27: Spooktacular at Jenkins Estate (11 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
• Oct. 31: Costume Party & Dance at Stuhr Center (1:30-3:30 p.m.)

Dedicated to our amphibious friend, Newt Day is an exploration of the many fall wonders at Tualatin Hills Nature Park.  Walk our trails and learn from nature experts at the Nature Park Interpretive Center, who will help you discover the park's natural treasures.  

This family-friendly event is Saturday, Nov. 3, from noon-4 p.m. Cost: $2 (2 and under are free).

The fall term is under way, but there are still several classes that have yet to get started.

Use our class database search or browse the activities guide for available classes.

You can also search by age group:

• Infant/Toddler
• Preschool
• Youth
• Teen/Adult
• Senior (55+)
• Special Population
• Family

Mark your calendar so you're ready to go on registration day!

Winter registration begins:

• Saturday, Dec. 8: for district residents.
• Sunday, Dec. 14: for out-of-district patrons.

Our Winter/Spring 2013 activities guide will be online in early November and available at our centers and Administration office by Nov. 16.

At Progress Ridge in south Beaverton, a partnership between the Park District and New Seasons Market is yielding sweet results.

New Seasons is the only for-profit corporation officially enrolled in the Park District’s Adopt-a-Park program. The market's employees are volunteering at nearby Barrows Park.

Our fabulous Nature Days series heads to Summercrest Park on Sunday, Nov. 11.  From 11 a.m. -3 p.m., visit a great neighborhood park, enjoy activities and learn more about the park's resident beavers and other local wildlife species from a park ranger and our education staff.

• Greenway Park: New play equipment selected

Pam’s Party for Women Who Love the Water returns to Beaverton Swim Center on Saturday, Nov. 17, from 4-6 p.m. 

This sixth annual event, benefiting Oregon Food Bank, is a must for women who adore fun company, aqua aerobics and homemade desserts. For more information, or to RSVP, call 503/629-6312.

• Last year, Pam's Party raised nearly $2,500 in cash donations.

Check out our human resources page for a complete list of part-time and full-time positions currently available at THPRD.

Featured jobs:

• Park maintenance technician (FT)
• Natural Resources and Trails specialist (FT)