Just a Dash: Where Flavor Meets Community in Beaverton
If you’re looking for more than just good food, check out Just a Dash, a small but mighty restaurant tucked away on SW First Street. It’s quickly becoming one of Beaverton’s best-kept secrets, offering delicious, locally inspired meals in a warm and welcoming space. Whether you’re grabbing a quick lunch…
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Incredible Sponsors and Supporters!
Hello Beaverton Community, On behalf of the Beaverton Downtown Association (BDA), I am thrilled to extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible sponsors and supporters who have made our recent events a resounding success. First and foremost, a huge thank you to Umpqua Bank and Ziply Internet. Your generous sponsorships were pivotal in…
Downtown Beaverton Association Announces Expansion of Boundaries
Dear Beaverton Community, We are thrilled to announce an exciting development for the Beaverton Downtown Association (BDA). As part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing and revitalizing our beloved downtown, we are expanding our boundaries to better serve and include more of our vibrant community. This expansion will be effective…
BDA Program Evaluation Update
Since I joined the Beaverton Downtown Association (BDA) as the Executive Director in June of 2023, I have had the great opportunity to work with business owners, community partners, and city leaders. With a very full slate of events already in progress when I started with BDA, I spent the…
Embracing Diversity: The Vibrant World of Beyond Labels in Downtown Beaverton
In the heart of Downtown Beaverton, Oregon, a lively celebration of diversity has been unfolding with a series of captivating LGBTQIA2+ events curated by the Beaverton Downtown Association and our downtown business owners.
Unlocking Success: The Importance of Setting Up Your Google Business Profile
In today's digital age, establishing a strong online presence is crucial for any business striving to thrive in the competitive market landscape. Among the plethora of digital tools available, Google Business Profile stands out as a cornerstone for enhancing visibility, credibility, and customer engagement. In this blog post, we'll delve…
Week 6 Living well in Beaverton
Week 6: Beauty – February 12-18 Wrap up our Living Well journey with a dash of glamour and self-care. Uncover the secrets to radiant skin, luscious locks, and all-around beauty. Whether it’s skincare routines, beauty hacks, or relaxation techniques, we’ve got you covered to feel and look your best! Dulcederm…
Week 5 Living well in Beaverton
Week 5: Chiropractic and Physical Therapy – February 5-11 Feel the power of alignment! Explore the benefits of chiropractic care and physical therapy to keep your body in tip-top shape. From soothing massages to spine-tingling adjustments, discover how these practices can contribute to your overall health and fitness. Downtown Beaverton…
Week 4 Living well in Beaverton
Week 4: Mental Health – January 29-February 4 Taking care of your mind is just as important as caring for your body. Dive into discussions, workshops, and activities that promote mental well-being. Whether it’s stress management, mindfulness techniques, or the importance of self-care, this week is all about nurturing a…
Upcoming Events
Booverton
Get ready for a frightfully fun time at Booverton, a family-friendly Halloween celebration in downtown Beaverton! This event provides a safe and welcoming space for kids and parents to enjoy trick-or-treating, fun activities, and festive community spirit. Downtown businesses will join the fun by handing out candy, hosting activities,
Downtown Beaverton Restaurant Week
Downtown Beaverton Restaurant Week (DBRW) is a promotion highlighting downtown Beaverton as a diverse and delicious dining destination. This year is our 9th year running this event. Downtown restaurants may sign up to participate and agree to offer a special menu item to customers inside their restaurant throughout the
Block Party (DBRW Launch)
Celebrate community, culture, and connection at the Downtown Beaverton Block Party! This lively event brings people together for an evening of music, entertainment, and fun in the heart of downtown Beaverton. Enjoy: Live Entertainment – Experience performances from local artists and musicians. Interactive Art & Activities – Get creative
Lagerfest – Beaverton, Oregon 2025
Join us for Beaverton Downtown Association’s Lagerfest! This exciting event highlights the vibrant taphouse scene in downtown Beaverton and showcases the best of Oregon craft beers and ciders. Taking place on Broadway Street (between Hall and East Street), Lagerfest offers an open, festive space to enjoy tastings from various
Meet the BDA – August
Join us for our Meet the BDA (Beaverton Downtown Association) event—a unique opportunity to connect with the people driving positive change in our downtown community! This engaging gathering is designed to bring together community members, business owners, and stakeholders to learn more about the BDA’s mission, current projects, and
KINDER HOME BRINGS INTERIOR DESIGN TO DOWNTOWN BEAVERTON
Home is where you want to feel your very best. You want everything to be comfortable, to feel good, to look good and it shouldn’t take constant striving to get there. If you’re not happy with the way that is working out for you there you might want to talk with...
PEDRO’S UPHOLSTERY – MAKING THE WORLD A LITTLE BETTER EVERY DAY
Pedro Caro works in a tiny shop in central Beaverton performing upholstery magic. At Pedro's Upholstery, 12655 SW 1st Street, he can take an old couch or chair with torn fabric and tired batting and make it look better than it did when it was new. It’s an...
BEAVERTON PARTY IS BIG SPLASH
Beaverton is having a party this weekend and everyone is invited. Finally! The fountains are open and finished just in time for the gorgeous summer we know is coming eventually. The grand reopening is this Saturday, May 7 from 4pm to 8pm and the festivities are going...
THE FAMILY THAT IS THE HEART OF THE FAMILY CAFE.
What is it to leave the place where you were born and take your family and travel to somewhere where you don’t know anyone, you don’t speak the language, the things you did for a living are no longer available to you? I am here at the Family Cafe in...
HOMEPLATE PROVIDE HOMELESS YOUTH WITH HOPE AND STABILITY
The statistics are shocking but they don’t tell it all. Officially Beaverton has the highest number of homeless students in the state of Oregon again, for the sixth year in a row. That number is calculated by the high schools reporting on their own student body...
HAPA HAPPENS TO BE POPULAR PIZZA
It’s going to be a few more months until Hapa Pizza has a brick and mortar home in Beaverton but the good news is it’s coming. Aaron Truong, Happa Pizza along with wife Natalie, says they are still in the planning process with architects and hope to move to the...
LACEY BEATY, MAYOR FOR US ALL
Imagine being elected mayor of the 7th largest city in Oregon. Imagine the world is awash in a pandemic. Just for fun, throw in record-level homelessness, increasing crime in the state, and evidence of a climate crisis. What do you do? Where do you...
BDA SELECTS ORG COMMITTEE CHAIR
For International Women's Day let's welcome the Beaverton Downtown Association’s newest board member, Chanel Griffen. Griffen says she’s excited to get started serving downtown Beaverton in all its glory but her particular interest is the needs of small...
KTOWN BRINGS KOREAN BBQ TO BEAVERTON
Chris Bae and his wife Mira opened their third restaurant on Lombard in Beaverton just one week ago and already the joint is jumping. No surprise really since they are combining two popular cuisines: BBQ and Korean food. The most popular item on the menu...