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SUMMARY:Architects in Schools Virtual Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about how you can volunteer as a design/building professional\, architecture student\, or engineering student in the Architects in Schools program? Look no further! \nBring your lunch and join us for this virtual information session to learn how the program works and about the expectation and role of volunteers\, with an opportunity for Q&A at the end. \nWe hope you’ll join us in bringing free design education to more elementary and middle school students across the state! \nArchitects in Schools Virtual Lunch & Learn\nMonday\, September 28\n12:00-1:00pm\nVirtual on Zoom \nRegister Now\n2026-27 Program Information\nVolunteer Application Deadline: October 18\, 2026 \nQuestions? Contact Candice Agahan\, candice@af-oregon.org
URL:https://www.af-oregon.org/event/architects-in-schools-virtual-lunch-learn-2026/
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CATEGORIES:AFO Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Knowles":MAILTO:kim@af-oregon.org
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SUMMARY:2026 Honored Citizen\, Vailey Oehlke
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Vailey Oehlke\nAs the Portland Metropolitan region celebrates the completion of the last three library projects in the 2020 library bond\, it is time to tip our hats to Vailey Oehlke\, the leader whose vision and tenacity ensured that our libraries were shaped by innovative thinking\, inclusive processes\, and community-centric and sustainable design. \nVailey Oehlke\, this year’s Honored Citizen\, was the transformative Executive Director of Multnomah County Library (MCL) from 2009-2024. As the oldest public library on the west coast\, Central Library and eighteen other neighborhood libraries are the second busiest library system among its peers in the country. In 2024\, visits to all the libraries exceeded two million patrons. For fifteen years\, Vailey was totally committed to ensuring Multnomah County Library remained valued\, relevant\, and responsive to the community. \nDuring Vailey’s tenure\, MCL became a national leader in providing innovative programs\, services\, and facilities to meet the emerging needs of the community. Her energy and leadership have shaped Multnomah County Library in profound ways. One of her first initiatives was to open long-promised branch libraries in the underserved communities of Kenton and Troutdale and she pushed for a new type of library – with increased access to technology\, community-centered spaces\, and award-winning design. \nEast County Library\, Holst Architecture\nVailey also set the goal to serve people who need us the most – the people furthest from opportunity. With community-centered staff she built culturally relevant services for those once excluded or marginalized because they were Black\, Indigenous\, and people of color. \nPerhaps her greatest legacy stems from her vision for the successful $387 million capital bond campaign of 2020 to rebalance\, expand\, and modernize the entire library system to better serve the county’s growing and diverse population. It is the most comprehensive rethinking of the library system in its 162-year history. Her goal of an innovative and hyper-inclusive public outreach process that gave voice to historically marginalized communities was foundational to the bond’s success. Between all the library projects\, there were hundreds of in-person and online opportunities to participate – from programming spaces to voting on finish materials and color schemes. \nAlbina Library\, LEVER Architecture\, Lara Swimmer\nFinally\, Vailey’s aspirations for architectural excellence are evident with the inspiring architectural designs created in combination with robust sustainable measures. All buildings\, new and renovations\, significantly reduce embodied and operational carbon and are Fossil Fuel free. LEED certifications include 1 LEED Platinum\, 7 LEED Gold\, and 1 LEED Silver. Six libraries are constructed using mass timber structural systems. These libraries were designed\, engineered and constructed by an impressive array of firms in our local AEC community. \nVailey was born in Portland\, where her father taught at Jefferson High School. After growing up mainly in the Midwest and teaching high school English\, she returned to Portland and was working as a copy editor at Stoel Rives law firm when the law librarian urged her to consider library studies. Vailey joined Multnomah County Library’s School Corps program as a youth librarian in 1997\, became the Director of Central Library\, then was promoted to Deputy Director in 2008\, and appointed Executive Director of Multnomah County Library District in 2009. \nJoin us on Thursday\, October 8 to celebrate this story of growth\, collaboration\, and fierce commitment to our community. \n2026 Honored Citizen\nThursday\, October 8\n5pm Reception  |  6:30pm Dinner\nHyatt Regency Portland\nat the Oregon Convention Center \nRegister | Sponsor\n  \n2026 Sponsors
URL:https://www.af-oregon.org/event/2026-honored-citizen-vailey-oehlke/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Portland At The Oregon Convention Center\, 375 NE Holladay St\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
CATEGORIES:AFO Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Myers":MAILTO:susan@af-oregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T200000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: The Design Trail: Mt. Angel & Silverton
DESCRIPTION:AFO’s second-annual Design Trail is exploring architectural gems in the Silverton and Mt. Angel region.\nDon’t miss this opportunity to join other design enthusiasts as we hear from the architects\, owners\, and stewards of residential and recreational structures and spaces that pepper the area. Tour stops include well-known and tucked away designs with the unique opportunity to hear from experts behind them. \n“I was super impressed at every factor – in terms of locations/venues chosen\, the architects and developers who led them\, and the amount of in-depth insight into the design and development process.” -2025 Design Trail attendee \n  \nMontagne House\, Paul McKean Architecture\nItinerary\n\nMontagne House with Paul McKean\, architect and 2005 VEB Fellow\nMt. Angel Abbey: Aalto Library and Guest House with Virginia Cartwright\, Associate Professor Emerita of Architecture at the University of Oregon\, and Cornell Anderson\, Principal at Fieldwork\nLunch on your own at the Den food carts in Silverton\nOregon Garden with masterplan contributor Carol Mayer-Reed\nThe Gordon House by Frank Lloyd Wright\nOptional walking tour of Silverton\nDinner at Oso Silverton\, hosted by Don Tankersley & Co.\n\n  \nMt. Angel Abbey Library\, Alvar Aalto\nDetails\n\nEarly bird pricing is $175 for AFO members and $200 for non-members. On September 14\, the cost will increase to $200 for AFO members and $225 for non-members. Not a member yet? Join now!\nThe deadline to register is October 1\, 2026. We have limited spots available – book ASAP to reserve your place!\nGuests will provide their own transportation. AFO will provide detailed information about the tour stop locations and accessibility. AFO can assist in arranging carpooling for those interested.\nDinner and light refreshments are included. Guests will be on their own for lunch\, and we encourage folks to gather at the Den food carts in Silverton.\nWe can accommodate up to 20 people on the tour.\nShould you choose to stay overnight\, accommodations are to be reserved by attendees. We have a discounted rate for our guests at the Silverton Inn & Suites and encourage attendees to stay there. Details will be sent after registration.\n\nThe Design Trail: Mt. Angel & Silverton\nSaturday\, October 24\nLocations across Mt. Angel & Silverton \nThis event is SOLD OUT. Please contact erica@af-oregon.org if you would like to be added to our waitlist.\nAFO Members – $200 (Early bird pricing – $175 until September 14)\nNon-AFO Members – $225 (Early bird pricing – $200 until September 14) \nProceeds from this tour help fund AFO’s impactful mission and educational programs like Architects in Schools\, Formation Mentorship\, and Scholarships.
URL:https://www.af-oregon.org/event/the-design-trail-mt-angel-silverton/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:AFO Events,Dine & Design Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Erica Rife":MAILTO:erica@af-oregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T173000
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SUMMARY:Dine & Design: East County's New Community Hub
DESCRIPTION:Join the team from Holst that helped bring the extraordinary vision for a new kind of library to life in Gresham.\nHosted by Holst Architecture \nThe East County Library is arguably the most exciting new library in the Multnomah County Library system\, providing new resources and programs across its 95\,000 square feet. The mass timber building’s stunning design blends with the natural landscape creating a thoughtful space that will serve community members for generations. You’ll hear from library leadership and Holst Architecture about the goals for the new library and the design features that make it sing. Tour the library and enjoy light appetizers and nonalcoholic beverages. \nEast County’s New Community Hub\nWednesday\, October 28\n5:30-7:30pm\nMultnomah County Library – East County\n475 NW Division St.\, Gresham \nRegister Now\nAFO Members – $50\nNon-AFO Members – $65\nEmerging Professionals – $30 \nOur summer Dine & Design event series is a fundraiser benefitting AFO programming\, including Architects in Schools and AFO scholarships. Learn more about Dine & Design.
URL:https://www.af-oregon.org/event/dine-design-east-countys-new-community-hub/
LOCATION:Multnomah County Library – East County\, 475 NW Division St\, Gresham\, Oregon\, 97030
CATEGORIES:AFO Events,Dine & Design Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Myers":MAILTO:susan@af-oregon.org
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SUMMARY:Formation Mentorship Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us at a launch party for the 2026-27 season of the Formation Mentorship program!\nOrganized by Diversity in Design\, Architecture Foundation of Oregon\, and COMMA \nIt is often said that it’s not about what you know but who you know…so join us for a fun evening getting to know the students and professionals of Portland’s vibrant design community! Mix\, mingle\, and build your network across the design fields from graphic design to architecture to product design to experiential design\, and many more…all while helping us kick off our third year of Formation. \nFormation is a local mentorship program supporting the next generation of designers of color in the transition from student to professional. The program matches BIPOC (Black\, Indigenous\, and/or people of color) college design students with BIPOC design professionals who will provide guidance on next steps from portfolio review to interview support to career trajectory. \nAll are welcome for this exciting kick-off event: Black\, Indigenous\, people of color\, and our White allies. Begin\, build\, and reconnect with your network—students and professionals alike! \nAPPLY: Applications to become a Formation mentor or mentee are currently open through November 15\, 2026. Learn more and apply\, here! \nSPONSOR: Interested in sponsoring our 2026-27 program? Explore sponsorship opportunites\, here! \nDONATE: Want to make a donation to our 2026-27 program? Click here to make a contribution—every bit counts! \nThe Evening’s Agenda\n5:30-6:00pm: Arrival\, food and drinks\, mingle\n6:00-6:15pm: Opening remarks\, program overview\n6:15-7:15pm: Networking games\n7:15-7:30pm: Closing remarks\, prize give-away \nThere are many things competing for your time\, so why attend this event?\n\nStudents will meet professionals in various design fields and have the opportunity to gain insight on potential career paths\, connect with prospective mentors\, and meet fellow design students.\nProfessionals will meet top talent from local design schools\, learn new ideas and perspectives from students\, meet prospective mentees\, and mingle with fellow professionals across design industries.\nParticipate in fun networking games for a chance to win a grand prize!\n\nSite Accessibility\, Transportation\, and Parking\nHyphn is located at 390 NW 13th Ave\, Portland\, OR 97209 (on the corner of NW 13th and Flanders above Room & Board). An accessible lift to reach the Hyphn front door is available on the south side of the building entrance next to Joybird. \nWe recommend taking public transit! Visit Trimet’s Trip Planner to help you get there. If you’re driving\, street parking is available on surrounding blocks or in the Brewery Blocks garage. Please note that portions of NW 13th\, including in front of Hyphn\, is closed to vehicular traffic. \nPhoto Release Consent\nBy reserving a ticket\, I understand that photos will be taken during the event and that they will be used by DiD\, AFO\, and COMMA for marketing purposes. If I do not want my photo taken\, I will notify the InFormation Team via email: formationmentorship@gmail.com \n  \nWe can’t wait to meet you/see you again! Please reach out to the InFormation Team with any questions or special requests: formationmentorship@gmail.com \nRegister Now\nWednesday\, November 10\n5:30-7:30pm\nHyphn\, 390 NW 13th Ave\, Portland\, OR 97209 \nApply by November 15 to participate as a mentor or mentee in our 2026-27  program. \n2026-27 Program Sponsors
URL:https://www.af-oregon.org/event/formation-mentorship-launch-party/
LOCATION:Hyphn\, 390 NW 13th Ave\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97209
CATEGORIES:AFO Events,Oregon Student Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Candice Agahan":MAILTO:candice@af-oregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T170000
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SUMMARY:VEB 25th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Van Evera Bailey (VEB) Fellowship!\nThe VEB Fellowship is an opportunity for professionals in the field to examine not only what they think\, but how they think. Fellows are provided time for creativity\, reflection\, and a pursuit of deeper understanding of ideas that result in lasting value to the applicant\, the profession\, and the greater community. \nWe invite you to celebrate this anniversary with us at a vibrant showcase of past fellowships! Fellows will present lightning talks\, engage in a dynamic discussion\, and exhibit artifacts from their projects and research. In just one evening\, you will hear about the collective\, diverse impact this fellowship has had on the individuals\, the industry\, and our community as a whole. \nThe event will be emceed by 2015 VEB Fellow Jeff Schnabel. Snacks and beverages will be provided. \nAbout the VEB Fellowship\nSince 2001\, AFO has partnered with The Van Evera and Janet M. Bailey Fund of Oregon Community Foundation in awarding the annual VEB Fellowship to advance the professional development of design and building professionals and encourage greater contributions to their profession and community. Fellows now receive $50\,000 for their year-long project\, and AFO has supported 27 Fellowships. \nOver the past 25 years\, professionals in Oregon’s built environment have expanded their knowledge and practice through a myriad of projects. Fellows have traveled extensively internationally\, dived deep into the rich cultural history of the PNW region\, and provided invaluable insights into their findings to the public. \nVEB 25th Anniversary Celebration\nThursday\, November 12\n5:00-7:30pm\nDesign Portland\, J.K. Gill Building\n408 SW 5th Ave\, Portland \nRegister Now\nAFO Members – $20\nNon-AFO Members – $30\nStudents & Emerging Professionals – $10 \nSponsor Partner
URL:https://www.af-oregon.org/event/veb-25th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:J.K. Gill Building\, 408 SW 5th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97204\, United States
CATEGORIES:AFO Events,Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Myers":MAILTO:susan@af-oregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T120000
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SUMMARY:Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by AFO and AIA Oregon\, the Design Advocacy Outreach Group (DAO-G) meets quarterly with the mission of increasing student access to architecture\, engineering\, construction\, and design (AECD) fields in the state of Oregon. As a group of local partners who are aligned around this shared mission\, DAO-G meetings are a time for us to harness this network to share opportunities for students\, volunteer needs\, resources\, outreach efforts\, and more. \nWondering if you’re the right fit? If you identify with any of these statements\, we encourage you to join our efforts! \n\nYou are passionate about increasing student access and participation in AECD fields – particularly for those who have been historically marginalized and underrepresented in the field\nYou are seeking opportunities to volunteer with and/or contribute to AECD programs for students (Kindergarten – Higher Ed)\nYou are a youth program provider or organization seeking to connect with potential volunteer professionals and spread the word about your program\nYou are an educator looking for opportunities to share with students interested in AECD fields\nYou represent a community group or company that is aligned with our shared mission\n\n2026 Meeting Schedule:\n\nTuesday\, March 10\, 12-1pm\, Zoom\nTuesday\, June 2\, 12-1pm\, Zoom\nTuesday\, September 1\, 12-1pm\, Zoom\nTuesday\, December 1\, 12-1pm\, Zoom\n\nVisit the DAO-G Miro board for a recap of our discussions. \nQuestions? Contact Candice Agahan\, AFO Director of Community Engagement\, candice@af-oregon.org\, 503-542-3823 \nSubmit the form below to join DAO-G\nFill out my LGL Form!
URL:https://www.af-oregon.org/event/design-advocacy-outreach-group-dao-g-12-1-26/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:AFO Events,Community Events,DAO-G
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