Storytelling Workshops with Rachel Attias
2025-07-11 17:30 - 2025-08-15 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Las Adelitas, 6723 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
Unveil Your Story with Writing Workshops by Rachel Attias

Join writer and storyteller Rachel Attias for a hands-on workshop designed to empower and uplift the voices of Las Adelitas residents and the community through storytelling and creative writing. First workshop of the series begins Friday, July 11th. If you are curious to express your inner voice, this inclusive and welcoming session is for you. Together, we’ll explore the art of personal narrative; how our experiences, memories, and cultures shape stories worth sharing. Participants will have the opportunity to write, share, and connect with others in a supportive environment.
This workshop is part of an ongoing community-based project, A Garden of Doors, to bring accessible arts programming to Las Adelitas residents and the community, nurturing local talent and celebrating diverse stories.
What to expect:
✍️ Writing prompts to spark your creativity
🎙️ Guided storytelling activities
💬 Group discussion and feedback
🤝 A space to build confidence and community through your words
No prior writing experience needed. Light refreshments provided!

A Garden of Doors by Heidi Duckler Dance/Northwest was made possible with support from MAP Fund.

Painting Workshops with Oliver Casillas
2025-08-22 17:00 - 2025-09-26 20:00 | Las Adelitas, 6723 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
Stroke Your Story with Painting Workshops by Oliver Casillas

Discover the power of visual storytelling with muralist Oliver Casillas in this hands-on mural painting workshop for Las Adelitas residents and the general public. The mural painting will be on repurposed-doors that will be incorporated into a set explored by dancers in a performance of A Garden of Doors in the garden at Las Adelitas later in the year. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or already love to paint, this is your chance to explore creativity, connection, and community through mural art. A final showcase of the colorful painted doors will be held on Sunday, September 28th at 4:00pm with music and refreshments.
This workshop is part of an ongoing community-based project, A Garden of Doors, to bring accessible arts programming to Las Adelitas residents and the community, nurturing local talent and celebrating diverse stories through repurposed doors.
What you’ll experience:
🎨🚪 Guided painting exercises with Oliver Casillas
🖌️ Explore new mediums for expressing your story through color and form
🤝 A welcoming space to create, connect, and be inspired
No experience necessary. Materials and light refreshments provided!

A Garden of Doors by Heidi Duckler Dance/Northwest was made possible with support from MAP Fund.

Music Workshops with Balamurali Balu
2025-10-17 17:00 - 2025-11-14 20:00 | Las Adelitas, 6723 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
Learn the Process of Music Production with Balamurali Balu

Join musician and teaching artist Balamurali Balu for our Music Workshops at Las Adelitas designed with a beginner-friendly approach. Whether you’re a first-time participant or a music lover, this is your chance to explore audio production, and connection through music.

For those who have a melody or lyrics: You’ll be guided in turning them into a song.
For those who play an instrument or can sing: We’ll do some fun live recordings and explore how professional music production works.
For those who are simply curious and don’t have material or instruments: No problem! Participants will still learn simple music production techniques and create their very first personal song.

Please bring wired earphones and a laptop computer if you have one. If you play an instrument, bring that as well—and above all, please bring lots of curiosity!

Aprenda el proceso de producción musical con Balamurali Balu

Únete al músico y artista Balamurali Balu en nuestros talleres de música en Las Adelitas, diseñados para principiantes. Tanto si participas por primera vez como si eres un amante de la música, esta es tu oportunidad de explorar la producción de audio y la conexión a través de la música.

Para quienes tengan una melodía o letra: Recibirás orientación para convertirla en una canción.
Para quienes tocan un instrumento o saben cantar: Grabaciones en vivo y exploraremos la producción musical profesional.
Para quienes simplemente tengan curiosidad y no tengan material ni instrumentos: ¡No hay problema! Los participantes aprenderán técnicas sencillas de producción musical y crearán su primera canción personal.

Por favor, trae auriculares con cable y una computadora portátil si tienes una, o usa una de las nuestras para el taller. Si tocas un instrumento, tráelo también, ¡y sobre todo, mucha curiosidad!

A Garden of Doors by Heidi Duckler Dance/Northwest was made possible with support from MAP Fund.

Final Music Showcase with Balamurali Balu
2025-11-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Las Adelitas, 6723 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
Join us for an inspiring finale to the Music Workshops led by musician and teaching artist Balamurali Balu. This special showcase celebrates the creativity, growth, and collaboration of all participants. Over the course of the workshop series, community members explored the world of music and audio production in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment. Participants learned how to:
🎵 Turn lyrics and melodies into full songs
🎤 Record vocals and live instruments
🎧 Explore the tools of professional music production
🎹 Create their very first original song—even with no prior experience
We invite you to experience the results of their hard work and curiosity. There will be refreshments and food to celebrate this special occasion!

Movement Workshops with Tony Carnell
2026-01-09 17:00 - 2026-01-30 20:00
Let’s dive into the new year with movement, confidence, and pure energy. This series fuses jazz and industry-style choreography—pushing dancers to explore artistry while strengthening their bodies and stage presence. We’ll dive into the performance side of dance—learning how to connect with the audience/camera, build improvisation skills, and develop self-confidence both on and off the floor. You’ll also work on self-motivation and body awareness through technique, conditioning, and guided freestyle.
This class is built for teens (12+) and adults, at an intermediate level, but all dancers—no matter your background or experience—are encouraged to join. Every session will leave you sweating, inspired, and more in tune with your power.
This workshop is part of a community-based project, A Garden of Doors, to bring accessible arts programming to Las Adelitas residents and the community, nurturing local talent and celebrating diverse stories. Creative material from previous workshops will inspire the choreography for a final performance on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
No experience necessary. Comfortable clothing recommended. Light refreshments provided!

Come as You Are Festival
2026-03-15 17:00 - 19:00
Please look back to hear more about our 4th annual Come as Your Are Festival coming to you in Spring!
