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!
BeMoved with BodyVox
Thursdays | 6:30-7:30 Pm | $18 or $80 for a 5-class punch card/ DROP-IN | ages 14+ | SCH Gym
Classes Begin January 15!
BeMoved® is an established dance experience for adults of all movement abilities. With 19 unique dance genres, BeMoved inspires participants to embrace dance as a lifelong path to health, joy and fulfillment. The BeMoved Warm-Up infuses breath and movement through choreographed, artistic sequences that activate core strength and balance while improving flexibility and coordination. The Genre section of class uses continuous, engaging dance combinations to inspire anyone from first-time dancers to professionals. Finally, the Cool Down brings your workout full circle, leaving you balanced in mind, body and soul – feeling rejuvenated.
Level: All levels welcome: no experience to pro!
Make & Mingle: A Crafting Club
Mondays | 6:30-8:30 Pm | FREE | SCH Art room
Make and Mingle is a relaxed, come-as-you-are gathering for people who enjoy making things by hand—whether you're into sewing, painting, scrapbooking, or just experimenting with materials.
Bring your own work-in-progress or start something new using the shared supplies we provide, including sewing machines, watercolors, markers,speed looms, scrap fabric, and more. It’s a space to be creative, chat, and make progress on personal projects in good company.
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!
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!
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
Dungeons & Dragons
thursdays | 6:30-8:30 pm | free | SCH
Please Note: This group will not meet December 25-January 8
Join fellow adventurers for mini and single-session Dungeons & Dragons campaigns! Perfect for beginners or experienced players—no long-term commitment, just creativity, fun, and dice rolling.
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:
December 11: Book Club Social & Book Exchange!
January : The Loneliness of Sonia and Sonny
February: The Women by Kristin Hannah
Saturdays
Portland Haiku Group
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
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!
Seed Swap
thursday, March 19 | 6:00–8:30 PM | Free | SCH
Bring your extra seeds and take home something new! A free community exchange for gardeners of all levels—share, discover, and grow together!
Plant Swap
Thursday, April 23 | 6:00–8:30 PM | Free | SCH
Description coming soon!
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!