Clackamas County Arts Alliance

Healing Presence: Paintings by Claudia Dose
2026-05-23 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-22 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-21 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-20 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-19 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-18 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-17 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Willamette Falls Medical Center, 1500 Division St, Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
A selection of intuitive, mixed-media paintings by Oregon-based artist Claudia Dose, currently on view as part of a Clackamas County Arts Alliance exhibition in a local hospital setting.
These works are created through a process of listening and allowing form to emerge, rather than planning or control. The paintings explore themes of inner movement, openness, and the subtle threshold between tension and release.
Placed within a healthcare environment, the intention is simple: to offer moments of pause, reflection, and quiet connection for patients, visitors, and staff.
This exhibition is part of a broader Arts Alliance initiative bringing original artwork into community spaces.

Tara Will Pastel Painting Workshop
2026-05-23 09:00 - 16:30 | Carrie Moore Studios, 21036 S Leland Rd, Oregon City, OR, 97045
Eminent pastelist Tara Will teaches a 2-day workshop, May 23rd and 24th from 9am – 4:30pm, focusing on “Images from the Pacific Northwest”. Artists with some pastel or oil/acrylic painting experience can join in this intensive workshop and learn from one of the nations best and most celebrated artists. Contact Carrie Moore at carriemoorestudios5@gmail to inquire.

Funny Girl
2026-05-22 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-05-21 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-05-17 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-16 19:30 - 22:00 | Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Legendary comedienne and Ziegfeld star Fanny Brice (Melissa Gale) has all the qualities to become Broadway’s next big star: the voice, the charm, and plenty of chutzpah. But does she have “the look”? This heartfelt musical comedy traces her unlikely rise to fame with the Ziegfeld Follies and her tumultuous romantic relationship with gambler Nick Arnstein (Nick Serrone). Featuring one of the greatest musical scores of all time, Funny Girl includes timeless classics like “Don’t Rain on My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star,” “People,” and much more.
The Title Sponsors for Funny Girl are Tom & Marjorie Croft & Jack’s Overhead Door, and the Music Sponsor is The Portland Spirit.
Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 PM, Sundays at 2:00 PM, one Saturday (May 23) at 2:00 PM, and two Wednesday shows (May 13 and 27) at 7:30 PM. Lakewood Theatre Company has an intimate 220-seat theatre located at the Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street in Lake Oswego.
Special note: On Wednesdays, May 13 and May 27, the theatre continues its Wine or Whiskey on Wednesday program, called WOW: 25-35. For audience members aged 35 or under, tickets are $30 each. Use the code WOW30 when ordering tickets online to get this special discount. At these performances, there will be a complimentary wine tasting one hour before curtain, courtesy of an Oregon vineyard/distillery. OLCC rules apply! Bring your ID for the tasting!
The Story: Funny Girl is the semi-autobiographical tale of Fanny Brice’s (Melissa Gale) meteoric rise to fame and her tumultuous relationship with Nick Arnstein (Nick Serrone), a wealthy and charming gambler. From her beginnings as an awkward Brooklyn teen talking her way into show business to becoming the toast of New York and the unraveling of her personal life, Funny Girl is a striking, richly told tour de force about one of Broadway’s biggest stars. The endearing, emotional musical features a lineup of great tunes performed through Bob Merrill and Jule Styne’s unforgettable score, which includes “People,” “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star,” “The Music That Makes Me Dance,” and “You Are Woman, I Am Man.”
The talented ensemble, playing multiple roles, features Margo Schembre, Ed Pierce, Riley Parham, Jody Allen, Hillary Chapman, Emily Smith, Melissa M. Standley, RJ Tofte, Tim Ward, Robert Altieri, Ali Bean, Alika Bright, Austin Stone, Sarah DeGrave, Corrine Michelle Maddox, Isaac Elmore, Lindy Hatcher, Jared Lingle, Liz O’Donnell, Amanda Marie Pred, Pippa Southard, Kate Potter, and Melody Wells-Benitez.
Artistic Staff: Funny Girl is directed by Dennis Corwin. The Music Director is Cyndy Ramsey-Rier. The assistant director and choreographer is Laura Hiszczynskyj. The Stage Manager is Kendra Comerford, and the assistant stage manager is Cassie Kanios. Sound Design is by Michael Bard. Set Design is by John Gerth. The Costume Coordinator is Janelle Sutton. Lighting Design is by Dug Martel. Prop Design is by Allen H. Phillips. The Producer is Steve Knox.

American Idiot the Musical
2026-05-22 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Clackamas Community College Oregon City Campus, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
American Idiot
Music by Green Day & Lyrics by Billie Joe Armstrong
American Idiot follows the exhilarating journey of a new generation of young Americans as they struggle to find meaning in a post-9/11 world, borne along by Green Day’s electrifying score. This high-octane show includes every song from the acclaimed album American Idiot, as well as several songs from the band’s Grammy-winning release, 21st Century Breakdown.

Tap Into Your Creativity: Play, Paint, and Explore
2026-05-22 19:00 - 20:30 | West Wing Farm, 22744 SW Ulsky Rd, West Linn, OR, 97068, United States
Workshop:
Are you feeling like you need some inspiration? Come & hang out with other creatives in a beautiful setting to enjoy an evening making art, playing with paint, or just exploring color or new mediums.
Whether you’re looking for fresh ways to express yourself, or simply want the time & space to create, I’ll provide a wide range of materials for you to work with: canvas, panels, mixed-media & watercolor papers, along with a variety of paints, inks, and markers.
Have some social time, get some feedback, and take home something that you love. If you’re feeling the pull to create, but you’re not sure where to start, try a relaxed, inspiring evening reconnecting with your creativity- no experience necessary!

LIVE Art Demonstration and Appetizers!
2026-05-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Carrie Moore Studios, 21036 S Leland Rd, Oregon City, OR, 97045
Tara Will, Eminent pastelist from Maryland comes to Oregon City’s Carrie Moore Studios for a LIVE 2 hour soft pastel painting demo. Food & beverages included!

Struck By Beauty Art Exhibit
2026-05-22 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-21 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-20 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-19 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-18 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-17 10:00 - 17:00 | Toolbox Gallery, 2029 SE Jefferson St., Milwaukie, Oregon, 97222
My new Art Exhibit “Struck By Beauty” will open on May 1, at the Toolbox Gallery in Milwaukie, Oregon.
Please join me as I share selected pieces of artwork from my art journey.
Exhibit: “Struck By Beauty”
On view
May 1-31
Artist Reception
May 1, 5-8 pm
Location:
Toolbox Gallery
2029 SE Jefferson St. Milwaukie, OR 97222
Louisa Moutos
http://www.louisamoutos.com

Intro To The Myth of Tea
2026-05-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Cup of Tea, 10117 SE Sunnyside Rd, Clackamas, OR, 97015, United States
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 we will explore the origins of Camellia sinensis, trace its history and cultural roots, and experience the art of gongfu ceremonial tea service. This class is an invitation to step into the magic, wonder, and devotion that tea inspires, while learning how its many expressions continue to connect us to the natural world and our human nature.
This gathering is offered with a suggested contribution of $35. In the spirit of inclusivity and balance, you are welcome to offer what feels right for you, whether that is $35, $25, or more if you have the means. Contributions above the suggested amount help make this experience accessible to those with financial need and sustain the ongoing care and energy poured into holding spaces like this. Every offering, whether financial or energetic, affirms the value of community supported education.
We also acknowledge the systemic barriers that have long limited access for BIPOC communities. To honor this, a $15 option is available for BIPOC participants who would benefit from it. This is one way we commit to equity, ensuring that diversity is not only welcomed but integral to the richness of the experience.
If the listed prices are still a barrier, please reach out directly. I am more than willing to work with you to ensure that tea remains within reach for all who feel called to share in it.
All are welcome here. You are invited to arrive exactly as you are and take part in a space rooted in openness, care, and community, a living space where each presence is honored and where we grow together through the deep, transformative beauty of tea.
To help us hold a mindful and welcoming space, we ask participants to be considerate of sensory sensitivities by avoiding strong fragrances. This is a space of gentle awareness, where we honor our own needs as well as those of others. By showing up with openness, care, and respect for each other’s boundaries, we create a collective meditative atmosphere where, tea, and community belonging can flourish.
In the spirit of reciprocity and uplifting community together, five dollars from each participant will be donated to Q Center, a nonprofit that supports LGBTQ2SIA+ communities through advocacy, resources, and safe spaces, embodying tea’s spirit of connection, reflection, healing, and belonging.
This class is led by D’Guar (they/them), a trans person of color, tea guide, and community builder based in Portland, Oregon. D’Guar has devoted their path to exploring the spirit of Camellia sinensis through mindful practice, storytelling, and connection. Through their project Water Fairy Tea, they create spaces where tea becomes a bridge between nature, presence, and belonging. Their offerings weave education with devotion, inviting participants to meet tea not only as a beverage, but as a living companion in self discovery and community care with nature and the world around.
We acknowledge that this work takes place on the traditional lands of the Multnomah, Clackamas, Chinook, Kathlamet, Tualatin, Kalapuya, Molalla, and many other Indigenous ancestors and communities. We honor their enduring presence, care, and wisdom, and offer gratitude to the land and to the people who have tended it since time immemorial.

Art Group
2026-05-21 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.

Third Tuesday Authors: Mitzi Asai Loftus & David Loftus
2026-05-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Lake Theater & Cafe, 106 N State St, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Third Tuesday Authors: Mitzi Asai Loftus & David Loftus Tuesday, May 19, 7:00 – 8:00 pm Lake Theater & Cafe, 106 North State Street Lake Oswego Public Library’s Third Tuesday Author program is pleased to present From Thorns to Blossoms: A Japanese American Family in War and Peace with authors Mitzi Asai Loftus and David Loftus. Born on a fruit orchard in Hood River, Oregon, in 1932, Mitzi Asai Loftus spent three years of her childhood in government incarceration camps in California and Wyoming. For more than seventy years, she has given public talks about her family’s experience to audiences of all ages. Having lived much of her adult life in Eugene and Coos Bay, she now resides in Ashland. A lifelong Oregonian like his mother, David Loftus grew up in Eugene and Coos Bay. He has lived in the Portland area since 1991. A professional editor, proofreader, and writer, he has worked as a newspaper reporter and authored three books in addition to From Thorns to Blossoms. David also reads literature aloud at libraries, coffee shops, pubs, and his residence in Northwest Portland, in a series he calls “Story Time for Grownups.” He has acted in indie films, commercial video, and on many local stages and Shakespeare-in-the-Parks productions. You might recall seeing him as Chief Sitting Bull in a Lakewood Theatre Company production of “Annie Get Your Gun,” as well as “Arcadia” and “City of Angels.” This program is aligned with One Book, One Coast, a multi-state community reading initiative that invites readers to engage with ideas and concepts from the book, They Called Us Enemy, by George Takei. Details about One Book, One Coast and other opportunities to participate can be found on the LINCC website.
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, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact Alicia Yokoyama at 503-534-4228 or ayokoyama@lakeoswego.city.

The lion the witch and the Wardrobe
2026-05-17 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-05-16 19:00 - 21:30 | Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave, Gladstone, OR, 97027, United States
Oregon City Children’s Theatre presents the play of The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe.

Painted Garden Stones with The Bridge: Crafting Creative Community
2026-05-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, 19200 Willamette Drive, West Linn, Oregon, 97068
Come relax and create beautiful garden art for yourself or a gift
May is filled with color and beauty out in the world and is a great time to create some beauty of your own! Join us as we create lovely hand-painted garden art with river stones!
You can create a calm mandala or paint a colorful design; it’s all up to you! We provide all the supplies and light refreshments – just bring you (and maybe a friend!)
This event is FREE and all supplies are included. This event is hosted at a church but it is NOT a church event. There will be NO church talk; just a free community-building event that allows us all to take a break in our busy lives to do something that’s good for ourself and our community. We hope you will join us!

Neil Simon's Chapter Two
2026-05-17 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Sandy Actors Theatre, 17433 Meinig Ave., Sandy, OR, 97055, United States
Neil Simon’s semi-autobiographical play explores the story of George Schneider, a writer navigating his recent widowhood, and Jennie Malone, a soap opera actress dealing with her recent split from a football player. Both characters face uncertainty about new relationships.
This event is from April 24th through May 17th.
Fridays and Saturdays from 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Sundays from 2:00pm – 4:00pm
