Clackamas County Arts Alliance

Stairwell Gallery: Kim Ellingson: Interpretations of Oregon Landscapes
2026-08-04 08:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-05 08:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-06 08:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-07 08:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-08 08:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-09 08:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-10 08:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-11 08:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 12 more dates | Lake Oswego Library, 706 4th St., Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Come explore the work of Oregon artist Kim Ellingson whose painting journey has changed how she sees the world around her. A self-taught mixed media painter, Ellingson works in watercolor, ink, and graphite to create structured interpretations of Oregon landscapes and seascapes. Ellingson’s work has been featured in juried exhibitions throughout the region, and she is an active member of two Portland area arts guilds. This exhibition will be on view throughout August 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.cit

Ledding Library 5-day Teen Playwriting Camp
2026-08-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-05 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-06 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Milwaukie Ledding Library, 10660 SE 21st Ave., Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
A 5-day camp for students grades 6-12 to develop an original play. This camp will be led by a produced playwright. Campers will work with their fellow campers to develop and perform a short play with guidance from a peer. Attendees will use collective creation to devise a work in only 5 days! The final day of the camp will culminate in a reader’s theatre performance of the piece that will be open to the public. The camp will take place at the Ledding Library from 1pm to 3pm on August 3rd-7th.

Baby Sign Language
2026-08-07 10:30 - 11:00 | Lake Oswego Library, 706 4th St., Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
This event repeats every month on the first Friday.

(Recommended for 0-18 month old children and their caregivers)
10:30AM (lower level) the first Friday of each month
Trying to communicate with your infant presents all kinds of challenges. Beyond reading, singing and talking to them, Baby Sign Language can provide a unique bond. Christina Schabow of the Portland Early Learning Project will lead this program introducing new themes for each program.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library and admission is free, and there is no registration required. The Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact the Youth Services Librarians at 503-697-6580 or lochild@lakeoswego.city

Dance Lab: Little Movers, Big Feelers with Ms. Sunny!
2026-08-08 10:30 - 11:00 | Lake Oswego Library, 706 4th St., Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
This event repeats every month on July, August on the second Saturday.

Little Movers, Big Feelers with Ms. Sunny!
Emotion regulation movement and sensory lab for littles. Ms. Sunny’s dance class is a unique and engaging way to support your child’s emotional growth. It blends the joy of dance with essential tools for managing emotions. Heather Fronzcak incorporates dance, mindfulness, and exercises specifically designed to promote emotional regulation and resilience in kids. Open to all, with a special welcome to sensory-rich kids.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library and admission is free, and there is no registration required. The Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact the Youth Services Librarians at 503-697-6580 or lochild@lakeoswego.city.

Music and Movement in Mandarin
2026-08-10 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-08-17 10:30 - 11:00 | Lake Oswego Library, 706 4th St., Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
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 stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for ages 2-5 years. Space is limited and available on a first-come basis.
欢迎参加心弦中文的中文音乐律动课。
Sharon老师会和小朋友一起唱歌，跳舞，玩乐器，说故事，度过充实的三十分钟。
本课程适合二到五岁的小朋友，各种语言程度都可以参加。
名额有限，请速报名！
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library and admission is free. The 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 at www.lopl.org/kids.

Spanish Language Story and Play
2026-08-15 10:30 - 11:00
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 recommended for ages 0-5 years
Juliette de Adventures in Spanish presentará cuentos y canciones en español para niños y sus cuidadores. El programa, de media hora de duración, está recomendado para edades de 0 a 5 años. Este evento se repite cada mes el tercer sábado.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library and admission is free, with no registration required. The 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 lochild@lakeoswego.city(link sends e-mail).

Poetry Group
2026-08-20 12:30 - 14:00 | Lake Oswego Library, 706 4th St., Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
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 a poem of your own or one written by a published author that you’d like to share. This group meets on the third Thursday of the month in the conference room on the second floor of the library. Meetings will include time for introductions, poetry readings, organic discussion, and resource sharing. Light refreshments will be available. All are welcome to attend, including newcomers, and we hope to see you there! If you have any questions, please email Rachael Hyde at rhyde@lakeoswego.city.
