Clackamas County Arts Alliance

Stairwell Gallery: The Silk Paintings of Lê Trung Chính
2026-02-15 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-16 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-17 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-18 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-19 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-20 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-21 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-22 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 6 more dates | Lake Oswego Public Library, 380 A Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Stairwell Gallery: The Silk Paintings of Lê Trung Chính
Month of February, all open hours
The Silk Paintings of Lê Trung Chính features works by the Vietnamese-born artist known for his luminous paintings on white silk. Using the traditional Serti method, he outlines forms with a water-resistant medium before applying fabric dyes that are permanently set through steaming, resulting in vivid color and fluid, expressive lines unique to silk painting. His work focuses on people and shared human experiences, drawing deeply from Vietnamese heritage and portraying scenes of daily life, relationships, and social themes.
The exhibition will be on view throughout February during regular library hours. Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact April Younglove at 503-534-5667 or ayounglove@lakeoswego.city.

Third Tuesday Author: Rebecca N. Thompson, MD
2026-02-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Lake Theater & Cafe, 106 N State St, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Third Tuesday Author: Rebecca N. Thompson, MD
Tuesday, February 17, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Lake Theater & Cafe, 106 North State Street
Held Together recounts Dr. Thompson’s complicated path to parenthood as a young doctor many years ago, woven into the stories of her patients, friends, and medical colleagues. Their voices speak not just to the challenges of creating families, but to the many ways that families can grow, change, thrive and struggle as they navigate their relationships across generations.
Dr. Thompson will be joined in conversation by Kelly Burke, a fellow Oregonian and her former patient. Kelly’s compelling and deeply felt story touches on themes of living with a chronic illness that threatens her personal and professional identities, talking to children about serious medical conditions and death, and recognizing the ways that physical limitations affect how we relate to our loved ones and shape how we understand ourselves.
This event is made possible through the sponsorship of the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library, and is presented in cooperation with the Lake Theater & Cafe. Admission is free and no ticket is required (though food and drink purchases are encouraged to offset the cost to the Lake Theater). Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the presentation begins at 7:00 pm.
Lake Theater & Cafe is located at 106 North State Street in Lake Oswego. For more information, contact Alicia Yokoyama at ayokoyama@lakeoswego.city or 503-534-4228.

Spanish Language Story and Play
2026-02-21 10:30 - 11:00 | Lake Oswego Public Library, 380 A Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Juliette, from Adventures in Spanish, will present stories and songs in Spanish for children and their caregivers. We welcome all levels of Spanish fluency from absolute beginners to native Spanish speakers. Recommended for ages 0-5 years.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library and admission is free.
Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact the Children’s desk at 503-697-6580 or visit the Library’s website.

Korean Storytime
2026-02-22 13:30 - 14:00 | Lake Oswego Public Library, 380 A Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Korean Storytime is held every fourth Sunday of the month and recommended for children ages 6 and under with their families.
Korean Storytime is designed for everyone curious about Korean and Asian culture. We will sing, listen to stories, and make crafts inspired by Eastern traditions. All levels of Korean fluency are welcome, as the program is also presented in English.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library and admission is free. Please note, craft materials are limited and will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

World Cinema Series: Loving Karma
2026-02-24 17:30 - 20:00 | Lake Theater & Cafe, 106 N State St, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
A sequel to the Emmy award-winning documentary Tashi and the Monk, Loving Karma follows Tashi’s twelve-year journey at Jhamtse Gatsal, a children’s community in the Himalayan foothills of Arunachal Pradesh, and explores how love, stability, and daily care can help heal early trauma.
This screening is shown with permission from the local documentary filmmaker and co-director of the film, Andrew Hinton. Hinton will be at the screening to give a special introduction to his film. Viewers are invited to stay after the screening to engage in a moderated group discussion about the themes and message of the film.
This screening is part of the Lake Oswego Public Library’s World Cinema Series, scheduled the last Tuesday of every month at 5:30 pm to showcase diverse international films. Presented in cooperation with the Lake Theater & Cafe, admission is free and no ticket is required (though food and drink purchases are encouraged to offset the cost to the Lake Theater).
Lake Theater and Cafe is located at 106 North State Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact April Younglove at 503-534-5667 or ayounglove@lakeoswego.city.

Bring Your Own (BYO) Mystery Book Group
2026-02-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Lake Oswego Public Library, 380 A Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Join a casual mystery book group the last Thursday of the month in the Library Meeting Room on the 2nd floor.
There will be no assigned books, just time to share and discuss a mystery book that you’ve read with fellow mystery book enthusiasts.
Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact Alicia Yokoyama at 503-534-4228 or ayokoyama@lakeoswego.city.

HYBRID: Building Bridges Book Group
2026-02-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Lake Oswego Public Library, 380 A Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
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 world. Join us to discuss our February selection of The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai.
Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information or to register for the virtual option, contact Alicia Yokoyama at ayokoyama@lakeoswego.city or 503-534-4228.

Stairwell Gallery: The Artwork of Cindy Reed
2026-03-01 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-02 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-03 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-04 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-05 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-06 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-07 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-08 09:00 - 17:00 and 1 more date | Lake Oswego Public Library, 380 A Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Stairwell Gallery: The Artwork of Cindy Reed
Month of March, all open hours
Come explore the works of Oregon artist, Cindy Reed. A variety of mediums and styles will be on display, including pastels, powder pigments, monoprints, cyanotypes, and collage. Many of the pieces combine vintage paper – from letters, maps, ledgers, books and music – with paints and inks, marrying text and image into what Reed calls “organized chaos”.
To see additional works, visit the Cindy Reed Gallery on Dailypaintworks.com.
The exhibition will be on view throughout March during regular library hours. Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact April Younglove at 503-534-5667 or ayounglove@lakeoswego.city.

HYBRID: First Tuesday Music: Pianist John Nilsen
2026-03-03 17:30 - 18:30 | Lake Oswego Public Library, 380 A Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
HYBRID: First Tuesday Music: Pianist John Nilsen
Tuesday, March 3, 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Fan-favorite First Tuesday musician John Nilsen is back! Lake Oswego resident John Nilsen will present a free live concert on the first Tuesday of the month at Lake Oswego Public Library. Known for his versatile style, Nilsen masterfully blends classical, jazz, and rock genres, captivating listeners with every note. In addition to being a brilliant pianist, he is also a gifted singer-songwriter.
This program is supported by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library. Admission is free and no tickets are required. Please note, seating is limited due to the size of the space. Seats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. A livestream will be available.
Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information contact April Younglove at 503-534-5667 or ayounglove@lakeoswego.city.
