'A great opportunity': Nonprofit revives summer fun at Sellwood Park's historic Shack

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Summer childcare can be brutal — expensive, stressful, and often hard to find. But in Portland’s Sellwood Park, a piece of the city’s recreational past is making a comeback, offering something free for every family.

For decades, the building known as "The Shack" stood vacant. Once a hub for community activities, it is now being revived by the nonprofit Sellwood Community House. This summer, the Shack will host free daily activities for kids and families, from sports and crafts to games and classes.