Let’s cross our fingers that the forecast holds up, because it looks like the first weekend of May is promising to be sunny and beautiful! From Mother’s Day to comic books, we’ve got some great weekend fun lined out for you and the family.
 

May 6

Puj Pop-up Shop

Puj is hosting another Pop-up Shop, and this time it’s the Mother’s Day edition. Spend a leisurely afternoon browsing local vendors and snagging special event discounts. Be sure to stop and capture the moment at the selfie station! Free, facebook.com/pujbaby
 

May 6

Mother’s Day Circus Spectacular: Billy Batty and the Case of the Maven Mom

Take Mom out for a dazzling, dizzying display of acrobatic feats, and join the Wanderlust Circus as they spin a Victorian tale of little William Batty at the Alberta Rose Theater. Bonus: live accompaniment by world-chamber quintet 3 Leg Torso. Family-friendly, alternate show dates on website. $15-40, albertarosetheatre.com
 

May 7

Safe Kids Day

Join forces with the Safe Kids Coalition at the Oregon Zoo, and get your kids ready for a summer full of fun and exploration with the knowledge they need to stay safe. Visitors can stop at multiple stations throughout the safety safari and learn all about “water, poison, transportation, helmet and fire safety”. You can even win a prize! Free with zoo admission, oregonzoo.org
 

May 7

Free Comic Book Day

A veritable Christmas Day for comic book lovers, Free Comic Book Day is the perfect way to open your kids’ eyes to the exciting and imaginative world of comic books. Inspire them to read, laugh, make funny noises, and explore this engaging art form. Bonus: comic books aren’t just for kids! Participating stores throughout Portland. Free, freecomicbookday.com
 

May 8

Mother’s Day at Lan Su Garden

May is Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and the Lan Su Chinese Garden is celebrating with events throughout the month. This Mother’s Day is a special day, with dance and choir performances, Chinese folk art demonstrations, Music in the Tea House and more. Make a flower art card and soak in the spring blossoms as you honor the mothers in your life. Adults $9.50, kids under 5 free. Senior, student and family package prices on website, lansugarden.org