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Events
Calendar of Events
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This September, the Stairwell Gallery will come alive with Susan Schenk’s captivating mixed‑media artworks, where forgotten atlas pages are reborn as sculptural, nature‑inspired forms. A self‑confessed cartophile, Schenk rescues maps […] 
This event repeats every week on Monday. Join Sharon Gan, founder of Heart Strings Mandarin, for a program specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell […]
Free
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2 events,
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FREE CONCERT with conductor Sam Ross As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, Tilikum Chamber Orchestra presents Made in America: America at 250—a musical journey through America, featuring American-born […]
Free
This September, the Stairwell Gallery will come alive with Susan Schenk’s captivating mixed‑media artworks, where forgotten atlas pages are reborn as sculptural, nature‑inspired forms. A self‑confessed cartophile, Schenk rescues maps […] |
2 events,
This September, the Stairwell Gallery will come alive with Susan Schenk’s captivating mixed‑media artworks, where forgotten atlas pages are reborn as sculptural, nature‑inspired forms. A self‑confessed cartophile, Schenk rescues maps […] 
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
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3 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […] 
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding in Harlem is full of sharp, funny and talented women who make their clients look and feel “nice-nice.” One sweltering summer day, Jaja’s daughter Marie runs […]
$30 – $45
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
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6 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
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Toolbox is showcasing mandala artist, Para Winingham! Join us for her opening on October 2nd from 5-8pm. After a career in the animation industry, Portland-based artist Para Winingham now works […]
Free
The first Friday of every month, the teens take over Youth Music Project! Are you a musician between the ages of 13 and 18? Join us for Teen Open Mic […]
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding in Harlem is full of sharp, funny and talented women who make their clients look and feel “nice-nice.” One sweltering summer day, Jaja’s daughter Marie runs […]
$30 – $45
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
Cliffbanger is musical improv like you’ve never seen—in-your-face, unpredictable, and ridiculously fun! No scripted storylines or predictable arcs—just razor-sharp comedy, top-tier musicianship, and on-the-spot songs (and choreography!) that will make […]
$15 – $20
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7 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
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The West Linn Arts & Culture Commission invites artists of all ages to submit up to three artworks for its juried "Fall into Art" exhibition at the West Linn Library […]
Free
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The West Linn Arts & Culture Commission is pleased to announce that this year's artwork pieces have been selected for its 2026 "Fall into Art" exhibition, on display in the […]
Free
The Bureau of Madness is an organization that has been pursuing tales of the weird, strange, and otherworldly. For four weeks only they will present case files of eldritch anomalies […]
$15 – $20
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding in Harlem is full of sharp, funny and talented women who make their clients look and feel “nice-nice.” One sweltering summer day, Jaja’s daughter Marie runs […]
$30 – $45
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
J Names is one of the area’s longest running improv teams. A prominent comedy supergroup of local comedy veterans whose first names (most!) start with the letter “J”. This is […]
$15 – $20
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5 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
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Día de los Muertos Celebración Sunday, October 4, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Join folklórico artist Luisa Valentín Pelagio for a joyful, hands-on celebration of Día de los Muertos! Luisa will […]
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
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Join us the month of October as we celebrate old school crafts that still pack a punch! We all love a brand new craft, but some are classics for a […]
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding in Harlem is full of sharp, funny and talented women who make their clients look and feel “nice-nice.” One sweltering summer day, Jaja’s daughter Marie runs […]
$30 – $45
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3 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
This event repeats every week on Monday. Join Sharon Gan, founder of Heart Strings Mandarin, for a program specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell […]
Free
Explore creativity, history, and connection through a hands-on program for adults. Participants will learn about a variety of quilting traditions, then use interlocking bricks to create their own unique compositions. […] |
2 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
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HYBRID: First Tuesday Music: Classical Music from Trio Celestia Tuesday, October 6, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Join us for Classical Music from Trio Celestia, an evening featuring three distinguished performers […] |
3 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […] 
Join us the 1st Wednesday of every month. Bring an acoustic instrument, hand percussion, or your voice & come jam along. More info on our Lessons & More page. Pre-registration not required, but […]
Free
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
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4 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […] 
The Lake Oswego Film Festival is a new event that brings the community together over the shared love of cinema. Through the festival, film screenings, workshops, guest speaker programs, and […] 
Sip & Snip Open Studio is a relaxed adults-only evening of creativity, community, and fused glass art. Bring your favorite beverage, grab a friend, or come solo and create at […]
$20
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
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8 events,
LOUISA’S ART LAB OCTOBER 9 PLEIN AIR PAINTING EXPERIENCE THE SCENE AND ATMOSPHERE DIRECTLY We will cover the fundamentals of composition, color relationships, lighting, atmospheric perspective, simplification and shape using […]
$120.00
All knitters welcome—from first stitches to seasoned pros! Bring your yarn, your needles, and your creativity to our cozy tea house. This monthly gathering is all about slowing down, sipping […]
Free
Join us October 9-11, 2026 in the Village at Charbonneau, Wilsonville, Oregon, for Arts with Flair, the 42nd Wilsonville Festival of the Arts @ Charbonneau, formerly Charbonneau Festival of the Arts. The […]
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
LOUISA’S ART LAB OCTOBER 9 PLEIN AIR PAINTING EXPERIENCE THE SCENE AND ATMOSPHERE DIRECTLY We will cover the fundamentals of composition, color relationships, lighting, atmospheric perspective, simplification and shape using […]
$120.00
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Explore the Oak Lodge Library's new art supplies kit, try out a prompt, and add the first drawings to the library’s teen sketchbook. Snacks will be provided. All skill levels […]
Free
The Lake Oswego Film Festival is a new event that brings the community together over the shared love of cinema. Through the festival, film screenings, workshops, guest speaker programs, and […]
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
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13 events,
Join us October 9-11, 2026 in the Village at Charbonneau, Wilsonville, Oregon, for Arts with Flair, the 42nd Wilsonville Festival of the Arts @ Charbonneau, formerly Charbonneau Festival of the Arts. The […]
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The Lake Oswego Film Festival is a new event that brings the community together over the shared love of cinema. Through the festival, film screenings, guest speaker programs, and the […]
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
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Join Toolbox for a creative talk with exhibiting artist, Para Winingham! “God is a circle whose Center is Everywhere, and whose Circumference is Nowhere.” Mandala is the Sanskrit word meaning […]
Free
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Get into the Halloween spirit with an afternoon of colorful, creepy, and creative fused glass! Choose your favorite way to celebrate the season and create something frightfully fun to take […]
$55
The Lake Oswego Film Festival is a new event that brings the community together over the shared love of cinema. Through the festival, film screenings, workshops, guest speaker programs, and […]
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
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The West Linn Historical Society presents: Voices from the Past Saturday, October 10, 2026 McLean House 5350 River Street, West Linn, OR 97068 Meet historical characters from West Linn’s past […]
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Join the West Linn Historical Society's cemetery tour where actors portray historical characters from West Linn's past in our temporary graveyard at the McLean House. Tours leave every ten minutes […]
$12
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Take a break from the daily routine and join us for Adult Coloring at the library! We’ll provide coloring pages, pencils, and markers. If you like pumpkin spice and sugar […]
The Bureau of Madness is an organization that has been pursuing tales of the weird, strange, and otherworldly. For four weeks only they will present case files of eldritch anomalies […]
$15 – $20
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
Hot Goss: Rebecca Feldman, Jason Hays, and Jessica Zodrow have been improvising/performing together for years. Their love of pop culture has manifested in their original format -- where they recreate […]
$15 – $20
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4 events,
Join us October 9-11, 2026 in the Village at Charbonneau, Wilsonville, Oregon, for Arts with Flair, the 42nd Wilsonville Festival of the Arts @ Charbonneau, formerly Charbonneau Festival of the Arts. The […]
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
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Ride the creative tide in this exciting fused glass ocean waves class! Create a beautiful glass wave inspired by crashing surf, rolling tides, sea foam, and shimmering coastal colors and […]
$115
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
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3 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
This event repeats every week on Monday. Join Sharon Gan, founder of Heart Strings Mandarin, for a program specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell […]
Free
Explore creativity, history, and connection through a hands-on program for adults. Participants will learn about a variety of quilting traditions, then use interlocking bricks to create their own unique compositions. […] |
1 event,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […] |
2 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
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5 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […] 
This event repeats every month on the third Thursday. Join fellow poetry lovers for a monthly meet-up to read and discuss poetry in a supportive environment. Feel free to read […]
Free
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HYBRID: Building Bridges Book Group Thursday, October 15, 4:00 – 5:00 pm Adult Community Center, 505 G Avenue Through the reading and discussion of acclaimed works of fact and fiction, […] Introduction to the 5 major tea types and ceremonial tea. Join us for an introduction to the five major types of tea; green, white, oolong, black, and dark tea. Together […]
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
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3 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
You're in for a Treat! Chris Williams, Zack Poitras, and Kristen Schier are three veteran improvisers who come together to create a sweet, spontaneous show made just for you. Whether […]
$15 – $20
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8 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […] 
This event repeats every month on the third Saturday. Juliette from Adventures in Spanish will present stories and songs in Spanish for children and their caregivers. The half hour program is […]
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Celebrate the spirit of the season with a playful twist: create your own fused glass skeleton windchime that rattles just right! In this hands-on class, you’ll cut and layer glass […]
$65
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Take a break from the daily routine and join us for Adult Coloring at the library! We’ll provide coloring pages, pencils, and markers. If you like pumpkin spice and sugar […]
The Bureau of Madness is an organization that has been pursuing tales of the weird, strange, and otherworldly. For four weeks only they will present case files of eldritch anomalies […]
$15 – $20
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
Cr1tical Mischief began their RPG-themed improv show in 2014 as Advanced Minions & Mazes performing at Guardian Games. This band of comic adventurers has been entertaining audiences in theaters and […]
$15 – $20
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4 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
Written in 1936, this light-hearted comedy has relevance for today in addressing the main theme of finding one’s own way in today’s complex society, while lightly viewing such topics as […]
$30 – $47
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Join us the month of October as we celebrate old school crafts that still pack a punch! We all love a brand new craft, but some are classics for a […]
Free
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World Cinema Series Special Event: Lake Oswego Film Festival Screening Sunday, October 18, 5:30 – 7:30 pm Adult Community Center, 505 G Avenue Join us at the Adult Community Center […] |
4 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
This event repeats every week on Monday. Join Sharon Gan, founder of Heart Strings Mandarin, for a program specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell […]
Free
Explore creativity, history, and connection through a hands-on program for adults. Participants will learn about a variety of quilting traditions, then use interlocking bricks to create their own unique compositions. […]
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Walker, an Oregon native, studied letterpress printing and calligraphy at Reed College. She spent 20 years as the Curator of the Arts of the Book Collection at Yale University Library […]
Free
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2 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
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HYBRID: Third Tuesday Author: Crystal Chanel Tuesday, October 20, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Crystal Chanel is a storyteller, emcee, poet, and marketing strategist whose work intersects purpose and cultural power. […] |
1 event,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […] |
3 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […] 
Join a community of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) writers and listeners — all for FREE! No writing experience required! Led by a Write Around Portland volunteer facilitator […]
Free
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Are you a writer? An illustrator? A musician? A filmmaker? Come play with other creatives and make connections beyond your medium. Find people who share your passions, collaborate, and get […]
Donation Reccomended
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4 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
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Join us as we learn different techniques for creating weird figures and surreal landscapes out of magazine cuttings and imagination. Afterwards, experiment with constructing your own collage(s) as we watch […]
Free
Join us at the Oswego Heritage House for an unforgettable, local history-themed escape room adventure! Will these stories stay behind glass, or will you open a door to the past? […]
$25 – $30
OBC K Marie, Natasha Baptiste, Rita Davis OBC, aka Oprah’s Book Club, is a trio of funny Black women who test boundaries and try on characters from the stories you’ve […]
$15 – $20
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4 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
Join us at the Oswego Heritage House for an unforgettable, local history-themed escape room adventure! Will these stories stay behind glass, or will you open a door to the past? […]
$25 – $30
The Bureau of Madness is an organization that has been pursuing tales of the weird, strange, and otherworldly. For four weeks only they will present case files of eldritch anomalies […]
$15 – $20
Elegant improv, comfortable shoes. DAME is a Portland-based collective of seasoned femme improvisers focusing on story and character. Most of us have been performing for 10 or more years and […]
$15 – $20
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2 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […] 
Bridge City Improv is bringing a brand-new night of stand-up to downtown Milwaukie — with a host who knows how to command a stage. Andrea Menchaca, the award-winning comedian recently […]
$20 – $25
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2 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
This event repeats every week on Monday. Join Sharon Gan, founder of Heart Strings Mandarin, for a program specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell […]
Free
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1 event,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […] |
1 event,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […] |
3 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
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Celebrate your BIPOC writing community! Meet BIPOC writers and learn about Resonate: BIPOC Writing Circles. Whether you’ve attended many Resonate groups or none, all BIPOC writers are welcome to our […]
Free
This event repeats every month on the last Thursday of each month, Join us the last Thursday of the month for a casual mystery book group. There will be no […]
Free
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3 events,
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […] 
In the style of Little Shop of Horrors, Rocky Horror and Bat Boy The Musical, OPENING FRIGHT is a fully improvised and frightfully funny macabre musical. Inspired by audience suggestions, […]
$15 – $20
It Came from Bridge City is an improvised classic horror double feature. If you’re a fan of black and white and early color horror films from the 1940s to the […]
$15 – $20
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4 events,
Through the reading and discussion of acclaimed works of fact and fiction, we seek greater appreciation of the rich diversity of life, to build understanding, empathy, and connection in our […]
Free
Stairwell Gallery: Polly Zagone’s Textiles Month of October, all open hours This October, the Stairwell Gallery will showcase the richly textured textile works of Polly Zagone, a self-taught artist whose […]
In the style of Little Shop of Horrors, Rocky Horror and Bat Boy The Musical, OPENING FRIGHT is a fully improvised and frightfully funny macabre musical. Inspired by audience suggestions, […]
$15 – $20
It Came from Bridge City is an improvised classic horror double feature. If you’re a fan of black and white and early color horror films from the 1940s to the […]
$15 – $20
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