Terwilliger Plaza

11/03/2025

Pete & Paul Barkett, twin brothers from Stockton CA, have been performing together since the early 1970s with Pete on piano, Paul on guitar, and both singing. They've performed in restaurant lounges, college concerts, charitable organizations, and many other venues over the last twenty years. Now, both retired, they continue to provide their audiences with a wide range of popular songs from the sixties to the present.

This performance of Friday Night Music will take place on November 7 at 7:30PM in the Parkview Auditorium and is open to Members and guests of Terwilliger Plaza. To attend, please RSVP by calling 503-683-8447 or send us an email at membership@terwilligerplaza.com.

10/27/2025

We wrap up this month’s Friday Night Music with the Kerry Politzer Quartet, led by Portland-based jazz pianist, composer, and educator Kerry Politzer. A faculty member at Portland State University, Kerry has also taught at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Swing University and beyond. Join us for an evening of dynamic jazz, full of originality and spirit.

This performance will take place on October 31 at 7:30PM in the Parkview Auditorium and is open to Members and guests of Terwilliger Plaza. To attend, please RSVP by calling 503-683-8447 or send us an email at membership@terwilligerplaza.com

10/23/2025

In our latest Meet Your Neighbor interview, we had the pleasure of speaking with Terwilliger Plaza Member Linda McCammon, who has served as the Librarian of the Terwilliger Plaza Library since moving here in 2017. We are deeply grateful to Linda for the expertise and passion she brings to our community library, drawing on nearly three decades of experience in the David Douglas School District.

Learn more about Linda’s journey, her role at Terwilliger Plaza, and what inspired her to join our community on our blog:

Linda McCammon Terwilliger Plaza Member

10/20/2025

Enjoy a captivating evening with James Shields and Susan McDaniel, blending classical elegance with popular favorites. James, principal clarinetist with the Oregon Symphony, brings artistry and virtuosity, while Susan, a widely traveled pianist, has performed across the U.S. and Europe, enchanting audiences in France, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic.

This performance will take place on October 24 at 7:30PM in the Parkview Auditorium and is open to Members and guests of Terwilliger Plaza. To attend, please RSVP by calling 503-683-8447 or send us an email at membership@terwilligerplaza.com

10/16/2025

Autumn is here, and so is soup season!🍂 Members recently enjoyed a cooking presentation with Chef Eric, who shared his signature squash soup recipe and expert tips for creating the perfect fall dish.

10/14/2025

A moment to remember! Last week we celebrated the official ribbon cutting for Spheroid — our new kinetic sculpture in the Parkview Courtyard. Thank you to everyone who helped bring this vision to life at Terwilliger Plaza!

10/13/2025

Join us for a lively evening with Kinvara, a four-piece band that brings the spirit of Ireland to the stage. With reels, jigs, and traditional ballads—alongside fresh contemporary sounds—their instrumentation of whistles, guitar, mandolin, octave mandolin, fiddle, banjo, and bodhran creates a rich and authentic Irish soundscape.

This performance will take place on October 17 at 7:30PM in the Parkview Auditorium and is open to Members and guests of Terwilliger Plaza. To attend, please RSVP by calling 503-683-8447 or send us an email at membership@terwilligerplaza.com

10/07/2025

It’s Active Aging Week at Terwilliger Plaza! This year’s theme, Cirque D’Or, draws inspiration from Cirque du Soleil and celebrates our own “Années d’Or” — our Golden Years. Throughout the week, we’re celebrating with experiences that embrace all seven dimensions of wellness: Physical, Social, Emotional, Spiritual, Intellectual, Environmental, and Vocational. Each program is thoughtfully designed to help Members discover new and fulfilling ways to nurture vitality, connection, and joy in every stage of life.

10/06/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome the Tony Pacini Trio, a cornerstone of west coast jazz since 1999, for our upcoming performance of Friday Night Music. With Tony Pacini on piano, Ed Bennett on bass, and Timothy Rap on drums, the trio brings both sophistication and swing to the stage.

This performance will take place on October 10 at 7:30PM in the Parkview Auditorium and is open to Members and guests of Terwilliger Plaza. To attend, please RSVP by calling 503-683-8447 or send us an email at membership@terwilligerplaza.com

10/02/2025

One of the many joys of living at Terwilliger Plaza is the historic beauty that surrounds our campus. With Terwilliger Parkway in our backyard, the expansive trail system of Marquam Nature Park, and hidden gems like this one, opportunities for discovery and wellbeing are all around us.

10/02/2025

Thanks to the incredible generosity of Terwilliger Plaza Members and Staff, our 2025 KGW School Supply Drive was a great success! Together we raised over $4,000 and gathered supplies to help roughly 410 kids start the year ready to learn. Thank you to everyone who donated and spread the word—you made a real difference!

10/01/2025

Creativity was in full bloom in the Parkview Auditorium yesterday! Members of Terwilliger Plaza’s Artists in Residence group shared their beautiful and unique creations, along with the stories and perspectives behind their work. A heartfelt thank you to our talented artists and to everyone who joined us in sharing the joy of their remarkable talents.