My daughter recently started taking one of the preschool classe, and we had her birthday party here…read morethis past weekend. Laura was totally flexible when we had to change party dates, which was greatly appreciated. Mary helped coordinate the party and was just lovely and helpful. Everyone had a blast; we'd definitely have another party here in the future!

This place is AWESOME. We love the new location in the old Cafe Au Play. Loving the Thursday…read morepreschool art class. There are lots of fun activities with paint, collages, and a weekly themed story.

My daughter had a birthday party here today. When I called to arrange the party, the staff member…read moreI spoke with was very helpful. My daughter wanted a smaller party, with herself and 4 guests and they were very accommodating. We chose the "dazzling davinci" package, which includes a full size picture. When we arrived for the party, I informed that we had only had 2 people confirmed to attend, and one was going to be late (softball picture day, apparently). The staff said this was no problem, and said we could start as they came in. My daughter and her first guest got started, but while a staff sat and gave step by step to the friend, my daughter was given starter instructions and I had to prompt not once or twice but many times for the next steps. The third guest arrived shortly after and a second staff sat with her, again giving step by step instructions while my daughter, the birthday girl, was left hanging. This was quite frustrating, but my kid took it in stride. A third guest arrived when our time was almost up, so while I understand she couldn't complete a whole picture, we were told that she could free paint but they were out of full size paper (which of course, we had paid for! ) . The package was also supposed to include nail art (or glass coloring), which they did not do. We were supposed to have had a reserved party area for 2 hours, but another party was scheduled to overlap ours which was incredibly awkward, so we rushed through cupcakes and snacks, etc. The "deluxe" party favor included 3 dumdum lollipops, a hard candy, a cheap plastic ring and a tiny plastic wand. They did accomodate face paintings for the late guests, which was nice. However, I was disappointed in their uneven distribution of attention, and running out of the supplies we had paid for. Over all, I likely won't reccomend a party here.

The artists who work here are amazing! I came in with my daughter and my daughter felt like an…read moreamazing artist afterwards. This class does wonder for the kids self esteem.

I bought a Groupon for 4 when seeking out wine and painting. It was a gift for my dad for father's…read moreday. My family ended up using our Groupon on Saturday, Aug 24th at the hopcity tavern and market. Pros: -So many options! Groupon doesn't expire for a while, and there are tons of painting events in the Portland area, especially on weekends. Painting events are commonly in downtown Portland, up north by Vancouver at the Red Lion Hotel, in Hillsboro, and there seems to be a few in Happy Valley and Gresham. Yaymaker seems to be good about catering to people from all around town. -You know what to expect beforehand. They show photos of what you're going to be painting, so you can book the class with the painting that appeals to you. -Our painting expert was knowledgeable, fun, and extremely friendly. She provided a very positive, easy going atmosphere. She played music in between instructions and gave us plenty of time to catch up. She was happy to take photos for us. -The class length is generous: about 2 hours. Everyone at my class seemed to be able to finish. A couple cons: -No complimentary wine. The advertising is misleading. They give a note that "This event requires all attendees must be of legal drinking age". My family and came in expecting to enjoy a glass of wine too, and we thought that we had paid for it (even with the Groupon discount, this class was expensive). I would've booked a class under a different business if I had known there wouldn't be any wine. -Groupon isn't actually cheaper. They have $10 coupons all the time on their website. I wanted to have a bigger group but assumed the best price is when buying for 4 people. I wish I had known, then I possibly would've considered adding more people to my party. Overall, it was a positive experience. I'm just glad I know what to expect now!

I purchased a Groupon for a PaintNite class. I registered for the class (and had to pay a $10…read moreuncharge for the class that the Groupon didn't cover). We showed up for the class and waited 30 minutes after the start time and the teacher never showed up. This was the Portland, Oregon class at the Broadway Grill location. When I emailed PaintNight for a refund, they never apologized and even told me that fees are normally not refundable but they "made an exception" and refunded only my upcharge amount. They also said I had to go through Groupon to get a refund for my voucher (which is another nightmare, but doesn't reflect on PaintNite). I cannot recommend anyone ever register for the Portland, OR class. You might not actually get a class.

Visited this place for the first time yesterday for a playdate with a small group of kids. The…read more4-star rating reflects my kid's score (5 stars) and mine (3 stars) together. Here are my 8 year old's thoughts; he called it "a really fun place to make great slime" - you can make really cool textures of slime, including "cloud" -- the kid recommends "clear" and "butter" because they are the most stretchy and squishy of all the options - you can add smells and accessories - the employees are really nice and tell you what to do - it's satisfying when it's mixing because all the colors come together As a parent, I'll say this makes for one expensive playdate. At $30 a pop it adds up, and the hands-on time is maybe 20 or 25 minutes total. Still, every kid there was having a good time. And there are a lot of fun mix-ins so that everyone makes something unique and uber-personalized. And the slime is still top toy at home on day 2. You can make reservations ahead of time, but those seem loosey-goosey because walk-ins are also welcome any time.

I saw this open recently in the Tanasbourne shopping center and was glad this location is closer to…read morehome than the Washington Square one. Parking on the street if you're lucky but there is also a parking garage and upper level outside parking as well. We took our daughter here to do the DIY slime experience as her birthday present and she had a great time! We were the only ones there on a Thursday mid morning so we got to have a one-on-one experience which was nice. The steps to this DIY experience were clearly displayed and explained on each of the walls and the person there did a great job explaining everything and helping her slime become less sticky. (Omg so sticky lol) They had a few different kinds of slime bases to choose from, then you pick a color and a scent. You take this to the mixing station with the pretty teal Kitchen Aid mixers to mix and it smelled so good! (She picked marshmallow so it smelled like birthday cake!) The next step is to add mix-ins like confetti balls or glitter and little sprinkle like items. You take all this to the table station and mix mix mix and make sure the slime is the stickiness you want. This is probably the most fun part for her and I'm sure other kids because you get to stretch and fold and play with the slime! The last step is to pick 3 big toppers to put on top of your slime container to take home. The whole thing was $27 and I thought it was worth it for the fun special experience! It looks like they also offer workshops and parties so we will be interested in checking those out in the future!

My wife and I han amazing experience in the beginner glass blowing class with Andrew. He was a…read morefantastic instructor--knowledgeable, personable, and made both of us feel comfortable handling magma:) The hands-on experience was a lot of fun, and he did a great job explaining each step of the process. As someone who enjoys understanding how things work, I especially appreciated that he went beyond the basics and spent some time explaining the chemistry and physics behind glass blowing. That extra depth made the experience even more enjoyable for me. I highly recommend this class to anyone interested in trying glass blowing, whether you're just looking for a fun experience or want to learn more about the craft.

This was my first time taking a beginner glass making/blowing class with 3 friends at Firehouse…read moreGlass and I had an amazing time! Our instructor, Andrew, was fun, entertaining, and skilled at teaching to a variety of learning styles. He created a positive and safe space for us to practice multiple techniques. We completed three projects in the 4 hours of class time and were given a tour of their expansive studio space. If you have ever been interested in learning about glass art, I highly recommend this studio!

I bought a living social deal a few months back for Jennifer Wells Design. My husband and I used…read moreour vouchers yesterday. What a cute place! I got to make a plate, sun catcher, pendant and ring. We're waiting for them to be fired. Jennifer is EXTREMELY nice and what a great way to de-stress and have some fun. Can't wait to try her open studio night. $6.00 to get in with cosmo's following freely. You just pay per piece that you make. She also does parties!

This place! Are you looking for a fun thing to do for a girls night, but tired of the typical bar…read moreor spa scene? This place is perfect - Becca has the greatest environment for getting your creative juices flowing - chocolate, wine and great music! I came here with a group of gals looking for a fun time that wasn't your usual "Girls Night Out" - exactly what we received! Her studio is a great space where you can create anything you like - earrings, jewelry, belt buckles, coasters, trivets, display pieces, and anything you can think of! Becca has an incredible assortment of glass, colors, frit, and the possibilities are endless. Becca is a great instructor that encourages everyone to just go with the flow - she can help generate ideas, but is also in great support of letting you do your thing. Let her know what you need and she will have 5 ideas for you! She has lots of examples and visuals on the wall that help you get some ideas. Jennifer Wells Design is a hidden gem - the decorating pottery thing is so cliche, this is not! Once you complete your item(s), she will fire it in her kilns on site and have it ready for your pick up. The piece I made turned out awesome and I can't wait to get back there to make something else!

We came here for a holiday event. The building itself on the outside is well-maintained, and has so…read moremuch character. Inside it's all wood, so many loving touches that you don't see in these modern buildings. While the finishings may be classic the facilities are fully updated. I would definitely recommend this location for a venue. The event we attended was using several rooms for different purposes, and each one was extremely spacious, clean and welcoming. They offer a multitude of services, including a library, language classes, music classes, and are even delightful to follow on social media as they share historic ti it's that help us all connect.

For the first time, we went to their Octoberfest Lebkuchen Herzen direct from Germany. In some…read moreadvertisement, they didn't say what time it starts. We went there for lunch, only to be told they don't open until 2pm. We went back by 5:30pm, and the garden was already packed! There was no line for food tickets, and we got our dinner selection right away, but because it was our first time, I have to ask questions, where to get our dinner etc. They have indoor seating as well as outdoor. The bratwurst had a wonderful flavor, a nice mild flavor. I rate that a 5. The sauerkraut was also good. I rate that a 4. The potatoes, I'd rate that a 3. The apple strudel a 5. The hard pretzel (cold, even though I picked the one that was hanging under a heater) a 2. The entertainment a 4.

Gesso Studios is a fun place for kids to be creative. Jaime, the owner, loves kids and art! She…read moremakes their whole experience; fun and gets their creative juices flowing. She offers camps in the Summer, we haven't tried one but they sounds amazing! Check out her studio and classes you won't be disappointed.

Gesso Studio is an amazing place for kids to express their creativity and bring to life anything…read morethey can imagine! The environment is SO wonderful and kids and parents alike love being in the space. Jamie is very creative and fun and kids adore her. Whether it be for a party, workshop or just to paint, she makes it special and creates a lasting memory for your kiddos. Lake O is lucky to have Gesso!