CEC Winter Mixer
2026-01-22 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Smith Memorial Student Union, 1825 SW Broadway, Portland, OR, 97201
Join us for the Community Economic Coalition (CEC) Winter Mixer, a vibrant evening of connection, collaboration, and advocacy. This event is a powerful gathering of Oregon’s leading chambers of color:

– Black American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon

– Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber

– Northwest Native Chamber

– Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon

Together, these organizations form the CEC, a unified coalition championing equitable economic growth, community empowerment, and opportunities for underrepresented entrepreneurs and businesses in our region.

Whether you’re a business owner, policy advocate, or community member, your presence supports our mission to create lasting, systemic change. Let’s connect, collaborate, and commit to building a future where every community thrives.

Time: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Portland State University, Smith Memorial Student Union (SMSU 355)

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Autoretrato de Fridita
2026-01-23 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-01-24 19:30 - 20:30 | milagro, 525 Southeast Stark Street, Portland, O, 97214, United States
As a child during the Mexican Revolution, a young Frida Kahlo helps her mother dress the wounds of soldiers and discovers the world of photography through her father. With the onset of Polio, her parents keep her away from bullies and other harm in the streets, but she is so lonely. With the help of her imagination, she discovers a world of her own, beyond the four walls of her room, where she can play and dance, and be herself. Her imaginary friend takes her to a fiesta with all the characters of her imagination. There she discovers who she truly is, and sets off on her own to become the legendary artist that continues to inspire.

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Emprender Juntos - Manejo del Estrés en Tiempos Difíciles: Técnicas de Cuidado Personal para el Éxito de su Negocio
2026-01-29 18:00 - 19:30 | O
¡Transforme el estrés en Fortaleza!
Ante los desafíos políticos, las redadas, los cambios de leyes y la incertidumbre, es esencial manejar el estrés y priorizar el cuidado personal para prosperar en su negocio. La Cámara Metropolitana Hispana quiere comenzar el 2026 con un taller para que nuestra comunidad aprenda valiosas técnicas que ayudarán a mantener su bienestar integral. Este taller proporcionará herramientas prácticas y ancestrales para reducir el estrés y recuperar la calma, lo que beneficiará tanto a su familia como a su negocio.
• Estrés vs. trauma: cómo impactan su cuerpo y su energía como emprendedor(a).
• Prácticas sencillas para calmar el sistema nervioso (respiración, acupresión y té calmante).
• Cómo integrar sus documentos, planes de emergencia y redes de apoyo para lograr una mayor tranquilidad mental.
• Recuperar fuerza desde la sabiduría ancestral y el apoyo comunitario.
Taller presentado por Yemayá Hall-Ruiz, co-fundadora de AHO Wellness Tech.

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Serie: ¿Qué hacer con su negocio en caso de deportación?
2026-02-17 18:00 - 19:15 | O
¿Qué hacer con su negocio en caso de deportación?
Un taller informativo diseñado para ayudar a dueños de negocios a proteger sus finanzas y mantener el control de su negocio si se encuentran fuera de los Estados Unidos.
Hora: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Donde: Virtual – Zoom
Cost0: Sin Costo
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Emprender Juntos - Prepárese para la Temporada de Impuestos: Consejos Esenciales y Nuevas Normativas Fiscales
2026-02-26 18:00 - 19:30 | O
¡La temporada de impuestos está aquí!
No deje que los impuestos le angustien, aprenda el conocimiento básico para manejar sus obligaciones tributarias de manera efectiva. En nuestro taller usted obtendrá consejos prácticos y claridad sobre los aspectos fiscales más importantes para pequeños negocios
Temas:
• Por Qué y Quién Debe Presentar Impuestos
• Importancia de la Contabilidad
• Diferencias entre LLC de Un Solo Miembro y de Múltiples Miembros
• Nuevos Cambios en las Leyes Fiscales -Sesión de Preguntas & Respuestas
Taller presentado por Miriam Jeannette Nunez-Moulin, CEO y fundadora de MJ Better Books Inc.
Comparta este taller con sus familiares, colegas y amistades emprendedoras.

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Membership Luncheon
2026-03-11 | AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront, 333 W Columbia Way, Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
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"Las Mujeres" Staged Reading
2026-03-11 19:30 - 21:00 | O
Erlina Ortiz’s Las Mujeres is a journey through time as we meet the famous Latinas of herstory’s past. Marlene, a workaholic engineer who wouldn’t call herself a feminist, has just been the only woman at her firm promoted to a managerial position. After a devastating encounter, Marlene finds reality has faded away and her kitchen becomes … a party! The guests? Frida Kahlo, Rita Hayworth, Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, and Minerva Mirabal. Don’t know them? You will. These remarkable women share their stories of art, and Revolución! with the comfortable and complacent Marlene, but will she wake up?
This staged reading is part of “Mundo de las Mujeres,” Milagro’s third annual Women’s History Month Festival which centers the voices of Latina/e women whose creativity is shaped not only by culture and heritage, but by the realities of living, dreaming, and making art in a time when our communities are at the heart of national conversations.

Business After Hours
2026-03-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Xenium, 7401 SW Washo Ct, Suite 200, Tualatin, OR, 97062, United States
You’re invited to our upcoming Business After Hours. Hosted by members, for members! Hosted by Xenium, stop by to network and have some appetizers and drinks.
This event is free for members. Check your email for the discount code!
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Serie: Administrar bienes y prestamos desde el extranjero
2026-03-16 18:00 - 19:15 | O
Este taller está diseñado para ayudar a dueños de pequeños negocios y familias a mantener el control de sus finanzas y préstamos si se encuentran fuera de los Estados Unidos.
Hora: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Donde: Virtual – Zoom
Cost0: Sin Costo
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Staged Reading of "Laughs in Spanish"
2026-03-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Milagro Theatre, 525 SE Stark Street, Portland, OR, 97214, United States
Alexis Scheer’s new play, “Laughs in Spanish,” is presented as a staged reading.
It’s Art Basel, and the stakes are high for the gallery that Mariana runs in the Wynwood Arts District in Miami. And when Mariana’s movie-star mother tries to help out, things get even more complicado. Laughs in Spanish is a fast-paced, cafecíto-induced comedy about art and success – and mothers and daughters.
This staged reading is part of “Mundo de las Mujeres,” Milagro’s third annual Women’s History Month festival, created to center the voices of Latina/e women whose creativity is shaped not only by culture and heritage, but by the realities of living, dreaming, and making art in a time when our communities are at the heart of national conversations.

Jefas y Café—Salem
2026-03-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Maravillas Bakery, 3815 Devonshire Ave NE #105, Salem, OR, 97305, United States
We’re kicking off the series for 2026 in Salem, OR- and you won’t want to miss it!
Jefas, if you’ve been looking to network and connect with other inspiring women in the area, this is a perfect opportunity. You’ll have the chance to build connections alongside fellow jefas.
Space is limited, make sure to purchase your tickets!
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Emprender Juntos - Control Empresarial: Lleve su Contabilidad con Google Sheets
2026-03-26 18:00 - 19:30 | O
Aprenda a registrar y organizar los ingresos y gastos de su negocio en Google Sheets, automatizar cálculos y mantener la contabilidad al día para tomar decisiones financieras inteligentes.
Llevar un control claro de las finanzas permite conocer la salud real del negocio, identificar oportunidades de ahorro y crecimiento, cumplir con obligaciones fiscales y bancarias, evitar errores y pérdidas, y ahorrar tiempo y estrés al simplificar cierres de mes y revisiones financieras.
Cuando: Jueves, 26 de marzo a las 6:00 p.m.
Donde: Virtual – Zoom
Costo: Sin Costo
Este taller es gratuito y presentado en español.
¡No pierda esta oportunidad de llevar su negocio al siguiente nivel!

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CÓMO EMPEZAR SU NEGOCIO
2026-04-13 18:00 - 19:00 | O
En este taller, compartiremos información sobre cómo se pueden preparar antes de registrar o abrir su negocio. Exploraremos los pasos fundamentales para formalizar su negocio, incluyendo determinar cuáles son las diferentes estructuras de un negocio y cuáles son sus diferencias, los pasos para empezar su negocio y las secciones de un plan de negocio.
Hora: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Donde: Virtual – Zoom
Cost0: Sin Costo
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Gather & Grow: Farm Walk with Latinos Unidos y Floreciendo (LUYF)
2026-04-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-18 10:00 - 11:30 | WSU Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, VANCOUVER, WA, 98665, United States
Join us for Gather & Grow, a guided walking tour of the farm where we’ll share plans for the season ahead and invite you into the work.
During this walk, we’ll explore the farm plots, outline what will be planted, and discuss upcoming projects and community initiatives. You’ll learn how the land will be used to support food access, educational programming, and volunteer engagement throughout the growing season.
This is an opportunity to see the vision firsthand, ask questions, and discover how you can be part of growing and sharing food in our community. Whether you’re interested in volunteering, learning more about our agricultural work, or simply connecting with the land, we welcome you to walk with us.

Gather & Grow: Farm Walk with Latinos Unidos y Floreciendo (LUYF)
2026-04-18 10:00 - 11:30 | O

Malbec in the City
2026-04-19 12:00 - 17:00 | O
Malbec in the City is the first ever Malbec event in the US. Discover unique Malbec wines with an eclectic array of tastings. Tango dancing, and live music provided by Tango Berretin. Experience over 50 Oregon Malbecs from up to 20 wineries, with wines never before made anywhere else in the world, from white Malbec to dry sparkling red to piquette and pet-nat styles. Bottle purchases will be available for your favorite wines. Explore this lesser known varietal, originated in France, beloved in Argentina, a hidden gem in Oregon.

Business Connect Pop Up
2026-04-22 16:00 - 18:00 | O
HMC is excited to be hosting our new Business Connect Pop Ups!
This is an official reintroduction to our social mixers coming April 9th. Join us for an opportunity to connect with small business owners, members, and partners to strengthen our local community, all while enjoying some delicious food from local Latino businesses.
Don’t miss out!
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Emprender Juntos - Abril 2026
2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:30 | O
En esta charla aprenderán qué es el SEO explicado de forma simple, cómo optimizar su Google Business Profile en una sola sesión, errores comunes que hacen que un negocio no sea visible y como responder a comentarios y reseñas.

Hora: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Donde: Virtual – Zoom
Cost0: Sin Costo
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Earth Day Field Work with Latinos Unidos y Floreciendo (LUYF)
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00 | WSU Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, VANCOUVER, WA, 98665, United States
Groundwork Weekend: Earth Day Field Prep
What we’ll be doing:Join us for a hands-on field prep day as we get the land ready for the growing season. Tasks will include field preparation, amendments, mulching, and general spring farm work.
Who this is for:All experience levels welcome. This is a working day focused on caring for the soil and preparing the field for planting.
What to wear / bring:

Dress for the weather — this is a rain or shine event

Closed-toe shoes required

Layers recommended

Gloves encouraged (some will be available)

Point West Credit Union: Underwriting Workshop
2026-04-30 12:00 - 13:00
Ever applied for a loan and wondered how decisions are made?
Join Hannah Massery, Consumer Lending Manager at Point West Credit Union, for a free virtual Lunch & Learn on April 30, 2026, from 12:00–1:00 PM. Special thanks to @mesopdx for organizing this session!
We’ll cover:
– How underwriting works
– Key differences between personal and business loans
– What lenders look at beyond the numbers
– Tips to help strengthen your application
✅ Free to attend
💻 Virtual session
🔗 Register today: http://bit.ly/4t39TOU
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¿Alguna vez has solicitado un préstamo y te has preguntado cómo se toman las decisiones?
Únete a Hannah Massery, Gerente de Préstamos al Consumidor en Point West Credit Union, para un Lunch & Learn virtual y gratuito el 30 de abril de 2026, de 12:00 a 1:00 pm en Ingles. ¡Un agradecimiento especial a @mesopdx por organizar esta sesión!
Hablaremos sobre:
– Cómo funciona el proceso de evaluación de préstamos
– Diferencias clave entre préstamos personales y préstamos para negocios
– Qué toman en cuenta los prestamistas más allá de los números
– Consejos sencillos para a fortalecer su solicitud
✅ Gratis
💻 Sesión virtual
🔗 Regístrate hoy: http://bit.ly/4t39TOU

CORAL Chats: Community Organization Roundtable – Ask A Lawyer
2026-05-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Running a nonprofit, mutual aid group, small business, or community-focused organization often comes with more questions than answers.
CORAL Chats is a space for leaders, founders, volunteers, and community builders to gather, ask practical legal questions, and learn from one another. Each session blends an informal roundtable conversation with guidance on governance, compliance, liability, contracts, partnerships, and more.
Grounded in a community business law approach, this space is designed for people doing meaningful work across sectors. Whether you are building a nonprofit, running a small business, or organizing in your community, you will find relevant insights and shared learning.
Come with your questions, leave with clarity and connections. Whether you are just getting started or have been leading for years, this space is designed to help you keep your work strong, safe, and sustainable. Resource sharing is encouraged, so if someone mentions a need or opportunity during the session, feel free to offer support, connections, or tools that may help.
What to Expect:

Open Q&A with a nonprofit and business attorney
Practical, plain-language answers
Peer learning and connection across organizations and businesses
Opportunities to share resources, connections, and support with one another

Please Note: This is a shared group setting. These sessions provide general education and do not create an attorney-client relationship. Confidentiality cannot be guaranteed, so please avoid sharing sensitive information. For individualized legal advice, please schedule a private consultation.
Hosted by: Narwhal Law & Business Strategy
Presenter: Michael Jonas, JD, MBA
Presenter Bio: Michael Jonas, JD, MBA, is a business and nonprofit attorney with nearly a decade of experience supporting startups, social enterprises, and community organizations. During the height of the pandemic, he worked tirelessly, often 60 to 70 hours a week, helping clients navigate legal and operational challenges with clarity and care. As the Owner and Attorney of Narwhal Law and Business Strategy, Michael focuses on helping mission-driven businesses and nonprofits build strong, sustainable foundations. Through Narwhal, he is known for “Guiding Community Through the Current,” making complex issues approachable, and helping organizations thrive through change.
Length: 1 Hour
To Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/narwhal-law-and-business-strategy-86998676433

Point West Credit Union: Mentalidad Financiera y Poder Personal
2026-05-06 12:00 - 13:00
El éxito en el emprendimiento va más allá de los números; también tiene que ver con la perspectiva.
Únete a Mary Navarrete y Alyssia Partida para un Lunch & Learn virtual y gratuito el 6 de mayo de 2026, de 12:00 a 1:00 pm en Ingles, enfocado en la poderosa conexión entre el dinero, la mentalidad y el crecimiento de tu negocio. ¡Un agradecimiento especial a @mesopdx por organizar esta sesión!
En este taller virtual de una hora, explorarás:
– Cómo las creencias sobre el dinero influyen en las decisiones y la confianza
– Maneras de transformar creencias limitantes
– Cómo fortalecer tu poder personal como emprendedor
– Herramientas para crear mayor seguridad financiera en tu vida y en tu negocio
✅ Gratis
💻 Sesión virtual
🔗 Regístrate hoy: http://bit.ly/4t9tY6g
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Financial success as an entrepreneur isn’t just about the numbers—it’s also about mindset.
Join Mary Navarrete and Alyssia Partida for a free virtual Lunch & Learn on May 6, 2026, from 12:00–1:00 PM, focused on the powerful connection between money, mindset, and business growth. Special thanks to @mesopdx for organizing this session!
In this one hour online workshop, you’ll explore:
– How beliefs about money influence decisions and confidence
– Ways to transform limiting beliefs
– How to strengthen your personal power as an entrepreneur
– Tools to build greater financial security in your life and business
✅ Free to attend
💻 Virtual session
🔗 Register today: http://bit.ly/4t9tY6g

La Casa De Mama: Veracruz X Mexicali - A Taste of our Motherlands
2026-05-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Che PDX, 920 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR, 97232, United States
A Taste of our Motherlands will be hosted at @che.pdx on May 10th- LESS THAN ONE MONTH AWAY
Tickets are $100/person through the link in our bio! This will be a limited seating, intimate dinner, highlighting our roots and the mothers in our lives🩷
You can expect dishes like:
From @lacasademamapdx:
* Volovan: puff pastry bites stuffed with Picadillo
* Tesmole verde: a rich, savory broth with masa dumplings, fresh corn, and vegetables
* Pescado à la Veracruz: seaweed tofu “fish” wrapped in a plantain leaf, over a bed of potatoes
* Postre: passion fruit & coconut sorbets dolloped into almond brittle baskets, garnished with passion fruit syrup
From @mistaconespdx:
* Ofelia’s Egg Rolls (a childhood recipe)
* Chop Suey: comida China-inspired, stir fried vegetables in a savory sauce
* Al Pastor “Fried Rice” with Just egg, peas, and carrots
* Taco: Chinese bbq “pork” seitan served in delicious, handmade tortillas
Which dish are you most excited for? Yall don’t wanna miss this one 🩷

Legal Checkup: What Every Founder Should Know
2026-05-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Metro Region Innovation Hub, , 2130 SW 5th Ave.,, Portland, OR, 97201, United States
This session offers a practical legal readiness checklist for both new and existing businesses, with a focus on tech and early-stage startups. It walks participants through the essential compliance, formation, and protection steps every company should have in place, and concludes with a dedicated Q and A.
Speaker: Attorney Michael Jonas, JD, MBA
Hosted by Narwhal Law & Business Strategy

This event is part of Portland Startup Week.
Location: Metro Region Innovation Hub, 2130 SW 5th Ave., Portland, Oregon 97201-4908
The primary event room is located just inside door A of the SEC building, which is on 5th ave. This door is also labeled for The Hub. The room is visible from the sidewalk with full-length windows.
Photography Notice
By attending the event, you agree to be photographed, recorded, and/or filmed. Similarly, by attending, you acknowledge that these media captures may be used for marketing materials.

Scholarship Luncheon
2026-05-20 11:30 - 13:30 | The Avenue, 631 NE Grand Ave, Portland, 97323, United States

Empresarios en Acción
2026-05-22 16:30 - 18:00 | O
Location: Vancouver
*The address will be sent 24 hours before the event.
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Community Blood Drive
2026-05-23 09:00 - 14:00 | Centro Cultural, 1110 N Adair St, Cornelius, OR, 97113, United States
Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood – and that someone could be from your community or a member of your family. For many people finding a compatible donor depends on people with a similar background. Your donation could be the one someone needs to survive. The Red Cross is not a government agency. Donating blood is safe and confidential. Take the step today…go to RedCrossblood.org and make an appointment to donate today.

Community Planting Day With Latinos Unidos y Floreciendo (LUYF)
2026-05-23 10:00 - 14:00 | WSU Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, VANCOUVER, WA, 98665, United States
Join us for a hands-on field day focused on planting, seasonal maintenance, and preparing the farm for the summer growing season. Volunteers will work together on planting crops, caring for existing beds, and completing essential farm tasks that support a healthy and productive season ahead.
This field day supports a community-grown farm that provides fresh, culturally relevant food for families facing food-system barriers. Activities are designed to connect people with the land through shared work, learning, and stewardship, while strengthening food access and community well-being.
All experience levels are welcome. Come ready to get your hands in the soil, learn alongside others, and help prepare the farm to nourish our community throughout the summer.
