Clackamas County Arts Alliance

Wilsonville Festival of the Arts @Charbonneau
2026-10-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-10 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-09 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Charbonneau Country Club, 32000 SW Charbonneau Drive, Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
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 event includes a Fine Art Gallery, Artist & Artisan Booth Show, student artwork from area high schools, and silent auction fundraiser.
The festival opens October 9th, with the Artist & Artisan Booth Show from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m., followed by the Gala Opening Night Reception and Silent Auction, Fine Art and Student Galleries opening, from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
The reception requires a $10.00 ticket. Saturday and Sunday, October 10 and 11, all exhibits are open from 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.. and free to the public.
Proceeds from the Festival benefit the fine art and performing arts programs at Canby and Wilsonville High Schools.

Lake Oswego Film Festival
2026-10-10 10:00 - 20:00 | Performing Arts Center – PCC Sylvania, 12000 SW 49th Ave, Portland, OR, 97219, United States
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 awards gala, the film festival will bring the community, audiences, and filmmakers together to form lasting connections while celebrating the best new films from around the world.
The Lake Oswego Film Festival continues to build on Lake Oswego as an exciting hub of art and culture.
The movie screenings will showcase films from around the world that have been carefully curated by an international panel of judges, while the awards gala will provide a fun evening of community coming together to celebrate a mutual love for the cinematic arts.
Event Date-Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time-10:00AM-8:00PM
Where-Performing Arts Center – PCC Sylvania, Portland, Oregon, 12000 SW 49th Ave, Portland, OR 97219
Tickets on sale September 1, 2026
https://www.lakeoswegofilmfestival.com

Jaja's African Hair Braiding
2026-10-09 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-10-08 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-10-04 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-10-03 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-10-02 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-10-01 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-09-27 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-09-26 14:30 - 16:30 and 2 more dates | Clackamas Repertory Theater, 19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
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 the salon while her mother readies for a green-card wedding. As Marie manages laugh-out-loud drama in the shop, unexpected news unites the stylists and clients, deepening their bonds and sense of belonging.
This Tony Award-winning production is a love letter to all the incredible, unsung immigrant women bringing beauty to the world through their craft each and every day.
Written by: Jocelyn Bioh
Directed by: Damaris Webb
“Critic’s Pick! … Hot and hilarious … a riotously funny workplace comedy.” – The New York Times
“Wickedly entertaining … a sparkling ensemble comedy as tautly woven as one of the intricate hairdos in Jaja’s Harlem salon.” – Washington Post
“Bioh pays tribute to the bonds women share … You will be entertained, enlightened, and moved.” – New York Amsterdam News
“Bioh breathes both joy and grief into these women within her stellar script, giving them each their own distinct personalities and lived-in experiences … The result is a play that is equally as affecting as it is hilarious.” – Entertainment Weekly
Sept. 10 – Oct. 4, 2026
Preview Sept. 10
Opening Night Sept. 11
Thurs-Sat evenings at 7:30 p.m.
Sun and third Sat* matinees at 2:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Jean Uzelac, Nancy Hungerford, Ronni Lacroute

Knit Happens – A Monthly Knitting Circle
2026-10-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Cup of Tea, 10117 SE Sunnyside Rd, Clackamas, OR, 97015, United States
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 tea, sharing projects, and getting to know your fellow knitters.
Come for the stitches, stay for the stories—together we’ll weave community, one row at a time.

Sip and Snip, Fused Glass Open Studio
2026-10-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Sweet Lomy Art LLC, 17197 Stanhelma Drive, Gladstone, OR, 97027, United States
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 your own pace. Designed for independent creating within your skill level, Sip & Snip offers the freedom to choose your own project while enjoying light guidance along the way. Monthly Project Highlights with project demos at the start of class time. Recurring every 2nd Thursday of the month.

How it works:
*$20 Open Studio Credit reserves your spot and is applied toward your project materials for the night
*Project fees over $20 are paid at class based on what you create
*New to the studio? First-time makers begin with a 20-minute Quick Start Lesson ($20) covering cutting, safety, and studio basics
*Need extra help? Guided Support is available for an additional fee
*Returning to finish a project? A $20 Open Studio Credit applies for each additional session
*The $20 Open Studio Credit is non-refundable for last-minute cancellations and no-shows Choose from jewelry, sun-catchers, plates, platters, wall art, night lights, garden art, and more.
View project pricing here: https://www.sweetlomyart.com/open-studio

Fused Glass Open Studio
2026-10-06 11:45 - 14:45, 2026-09-29 11:45 - 14:45, 2026-09-22 11:45 - 14:45 | Sweet Lomy Art LLC, 17197 Stanhelma Drive, Gladstone, OR, 97027, United States
Bring your own snacks, grab a friend, and create at your own pace during Open Studio at Sweet Lomy Art! Open Studio is designed for independent creating within your skill level with light guidance available along the way. Choose from a variety of fused glass projects including jewelry, sun-catchers, plates, platters, wall art, night lights, garden art, and more.
This month’s Project Highlight: Fused Glass Garden Stakes! Join us for a quick demo and create colorful garden stakes to brighten your outdoor space.
How it works:
*$20 Open Studio Credit reserves your spot and is applied toward your project materials for the night
*Project fees over $20 are paid at class based on what you create
*New to the studio? First-time makers begin with a 20-minute Quick Start Lesson ($20) covering cutting, safety, and studio basics
*Need extra help? Guided Support is available for an additional fee
*Returning to finish a project? A $20 Open Studio Credit applies for each additional session
*The $20 Open Studio Credit is non-refundable for last-minute cancellations and no-shows
View project pricing here: https://www.sweetlomyart.com/open-studio
Ages 12 and under must attend with an adult.

Music and Movement in Mandarin
2026-10-05 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-09-28 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-09-21 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.

West Linn Arts & Culture Commission "Fall into Art" Annual Art Show & Reception
2026-10-03 15:00 - 17:00 | West Linn Library, 1595 Burns Street, West Linn, OR, 97068, United States
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 in October 2026, with an artists’ reception on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 from 3-5pm, which is open to the public. All media are welcome, including 2D and 3D work. Submissions should include high-resolution images, an artist statement, and a list of works. Artwork will be selected based on artistic merit, creativity, diversity, application completeness, and suitability for an all-ages public setting. Deadline to apply: Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
To apply, scan the QR code or visit https://form.jotform.com/westlinnartsandculture/2026ArtSubmission
Questions? Email: westlinnartsandculture@gmail.com

Teen Open Mic Night
2026-10-02 18:30 - 20:30 | Youth Music Project Meteor Lounge, 2015 8th Ave., West Linn, OR, 97068, United States
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 nights! Hosted by our amazing band of interns, open mics are the place to hone your performance skills. Rock out with in-house sound engineering, state-of-the art lighting, and a full back line of instruments. Musicians of all levels are invited to participate!
Don’t have a song to share? Join our supportive audience! Teen Open Mic is always free to attend and all ages.
Doors at 6:15 p.m. | Performances at 6:30 p.m.

Lake Oswego Open Studios Tour ( Fine Arts and Craft Tour in Lake Oswego and West Linn
2026-09-27 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-26 08:00 - 17:00 | OR
Lake Oswego Open Studios Tour
Experience the vibrant local arts community during the Lake Oswego Open Studios Tour, a free, self-guided event that invites visitors inside the working studios of talented local artists. Explore a variety of artistic styles and mediums, including painting, ceramics, jewelry, glass, sculpture, fiber art, woodworking, photography, and more.
Meet the artists, watch live demonstrations, learn about their creative processes, and discover the inspiration behind their work. This unique event offers the opportunity to purchase original artwork directly from the artists while supporting the local creative community.
Whether you’re an avid art collector, looking for a one-of-a-kind gift, or simply seeking an inspiring weekend experience, the Lake Oswego Open Studios Tour offers something for everyone.
Admission is free. Tour at your own pace and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the studios where creativity comes to life.
For tour maps, artist information, and event details, visit the Lake Oswego Open Studios website.

Building Bridges Book Group
2026-09-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Lake Oswego Library, 706 4th St., 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.
Our July selection is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon.
Our hybrid group meets on the last Saturday of the month at 10am both in the library conference room and on Zoom. Contact Alicia Yokoyama, Adult Services Librarian, at ayokoyama@lakeoswego.city to register or if you have questions.

Bring Your Own (BYO) Mystery Book Group
2026-09-24 17:30 - 18:30 | Lake Oswego Library, 706 4th St., Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
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 assigned books, just time to share and discuss a mystery book that you’ve read with fellow mystery book enthusiasts.
Meeting in the library conference room. Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact Alicia Yokoyama at ayokoyama@lakeoswego.city or 503-534-4228.

Art Group
2026-09-24 09:00 - 12:00 | OR
Calling all Artist and Artisans:
If you enjoy creating art but hate doing it by your lonesome, we have a group for you. Come join us Thursday mornings, 9:00 a.m. – Noon, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 822 Washington St., Oregon City.
Bring your own easel, paints, yarn, macrame, beads, paper, or basket weaving (or any other materials you can tote around), and come be creative in a welcoming community.

Makers & Creative Artists Workshop | Gallery Representation: Dos, Don'ts and Is It For You Anyway?
2026-09-20 15:00 - 16:30 | Oregon City Library, 606 John Adams Street, Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
Art galleries offer exciting opportunities to artists, from visibility to promotion, credibility and access to collectors. However, gallery representation is not for everyone, and it requires intentionality, focus and clear expectations. In this session, Daria Loi, Founder and Director of Imperfecta Gallery, will share perspectives on how to join a gallery and how to thrive through a healthy gallerist-artist relationship. This interactive, informal workshop will equip attendees with tips to identify whether gallery representation is for them, how to approach galleries, and how to ensure their relationship with gallerists brings mutual benefits and opportunities to grow and shine.
ABOUT: The Clackamas Arts Alliance offers its Makers & Creative Artists Workshop series throughout the year. These workshops offer creative people a way to explore business potential and opportunities.
WHEN: Sunday, September 20 | 3:00 – 4:30pm
WHERE: Oregon City Library
606 John Adams St.
Oregon City, OR 97045
COST: Donation Suggested. We ask that participants make a donation of any size to the Clackamas Arts Alliance during your registration. Your support helps us continue offering workshops.
Questions? Contact ariella-sophie@clackamasartsalliance.org

ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Daria Loi is a mixed-media artist and participatory designer with a track record in arts-based research and interactive art. In 2023 she founded Imperfecta, a gallery focused on women artists and underrepresented creatives. Besides showcasing her work globally, Dr. Loi has published 80+ articles, co-edited the Routledge International Handbook of Contemporary Participatory Design, holds 10+ patents and is columnist for ACM Interactions. She mentors emerging artists and innovators and is on the board and executive council for a number of non-profits. In 2018 Daria was recognized as one of Italy’s 50 most inspiring women in tech & received Intel’s Global Diversity & Inclusion Award.

Makers & Creative Artists Workshops are proudly sponsored by Columbia Bank Home Lending
