Clackamas County Arts Alliance

Il Cantastorie (The Storyteller) | Art Exhibition
2025-04-24 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-04-25 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-04-26 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | imperfecta, 117 6th street, Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
The Imperfecta Gallery is excited to invite you to Il Cantastorie (The Storyteller), an exhibition featuring Italian artists Marco Calvi and Gioconda Pieracci. On view from April 5 to April 26, the show features an impressive collection of original artdolls, illustrations and stories that retrace the travels of “Il Cantastorie” (The Storyteller) – a mysterious and immortal figure who crosses eras, legends and dreams.
Each artwork in the exhibition focuses on a step in the journey of this wondrous character, as he aimlessly wanders around the world meeting new people and mythical creatures. Viewers are guided on this magical journey, one artwork to the next, by Il Cantastorie himself, thanks to Italian author Federico Grasso, who wrote all narrations for this special exhibition.
In the words of The Storyteller himself:
“I can’t tell what, of all the wonders I have seen, was true or just a dream. I wandered for a long time and was the guest of kings as well as goblins, divinities and witches, in every corner of the globe. I observed much and many stories were told to me. The journey and the company were so pleasant for me that on my return I wanted to share what I witnessed. I therefore commissioned dolls and illustrations, works of great value, so that they could reproduce what was contained only in my memory – or imagination. I gathered all the works in this exhibition, so that anyone could enjoy them. Together with my stories, the fabulous creations of Gioconda Pieracci and Marco Calvi will accompany you into this world of wonder and astonishment.”
The show debuts on April 5th, with an Opening Reception from 5 to 7pm.
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Marco Calvi is a freelance illustrator who lives and works in Milan. He collaborates with various publishing houses, including ABEditore, Mosca Bianca Edizioni, Nativi Digitali Edizioni, and with craft businesses throughout Italy.
Italian artist Gioconda Pieracci, known as Pupillae, sees doll-making as a form of storytelling and creates artdolls that are infused with a dreamlike, surreal vision, seamlessly intertwined with the natural world – ethereal beings that exist between fantasy and reality.
imperfecta is an art & design gallery focused on elevating the work and voices of women artists and minority creatives.

Brush & Palette Art Show
2025-04-25 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-04-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Brush and Palette , corner of Jennings and 99, 4962 SE Jennings, Milwaukie, OR, 97267, United States
Art for sale. Wide variety of genres from Professional artists at reasonable prices.

Lake Area Artists Show & Sale
2025-04-25 10:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-26 10:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
The Lake Area Artists Show & Sale is a vibrant celebration of local creativity, featuring over 400 original artworks from 30 juried members. This year’s event, hosted at the Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S State St, Lake Oswego OR, promises a wide range of artistic styles and media, including watercolor, oil, acrylics, encaustic, pastel, and colored pencil. Whether you’re an art lover or looking to find a unique piece for your collection, this is the event for you! FREE admission, FREE parking & wheelchair accessible.

Oregon City Writers Group
2025-04-25 17:00 - 18:30 | Oregon City Public Library, 606 John Adams St., Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
Whether you’re delving into a first draft or tinkering with the last draft; testing a new idea or just working on draft edits come write with us. Let’s create a space to share what works, what’s frustrating, or what to do next… write some more of course!
Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays each month.

Groundhog Day: The Musical
2025-04-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-27 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Groundhog Day: The Musical tells the tale of Phil Connors (Travis Bilenski), a cynical TV weatherman from Pittsburgh. He is sent to cover the annual Groundhog Day event in the small, isolated town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Accompanied by his producer Rita (Madison Curtis) and cameraman Larry (Keaton Fields), Phil discovers that he is seemingly destined to relive Groundhog Day in an endless loop, unless he finds a way to break the cycle. As each day unfolds in exactly the same manner, Phil grows increasingly despondent. Yet, is there a lesson to be learned through his experiences? Will he ever unlock the secret to breaking the cycle?

Event Cost

$50.00 / Seniors= $48.00 / Students = $30.00

Día Celebration
2025-04-26 13:00 - 14:30 | Happy Valley Library, 13793 SE Sieben Park Way, Happy Valley, OR, 97015, United States
We’re celebrating kids, books, and reading! Drop in for crafts, games, and free books.
El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros (Children’s Day/Book Day) encourages a love of reading for kids of all cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
¡Estamos celebrando el Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros! Disfrute de manualidades, juegos y libros gratis.
El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros fomenta el amor por la lectura para niños de todos los orígenes culturales y lingüísticos.

Special Event – Handbuilding Clay Flock Pot Hens Taught by Joanne McLennan
2025-04-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Soulflags Art Community Center, 504 Main Street, Suite B, Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
Come create custom made terracotta “flock pots” taught by local artist Joanne McLennan! Cost: $50 includes all supplies.

Author Talk: Aubrey Gordon
2025-04-26 14:00 - 15:30 | Milwaukie High School, 11300 SE 23rd Ave, Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
The Milwaukie Ledding Library and Spoke & Word Books presents a special talk with author, columnist, and cohost of Maintenance Phase, Aubrey Gordon.
Aubrey’s work has been published in The New York Times, Vox, Literary Hub, SELF, Health, Glamour and more. Her first book, What We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About Fat was released in November 2020. Her second book, “You Just Need to Lose Weight” and 19 Other Myths About Fat People, is a New York Times and Indie bestseller. She also cohosts the popular podcast Maintenance Phase with journalist Michael Hobbes. Together, the two debunk and decode wellness and weight loss trends.
This special event will be held at the Milwaukie High School Auditorium:
2301 SE Willard, Milwaukie, OR 97222.
You can pre-order books from Spoke & Word Books here: https://www.spokeandwordbooks.com/

Dia del Nino/Children's Day
2025-04-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Sandy Public Library, 38980 Proctor Boulevard, Sandy, 97055, United States
Join us for a magical, laughter-filled event for the whole family! Magic-o Fantastic-o with Stefano Iaboni Prepare for magical mayhem as Stefano brings jaw-dropping tricks, disappearing objects, and plenty of cha-cha-cha! Enjoy activities from local organizations. Free books for kids!
¡Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de un evento mágico y lleno de risas para toda la familia! Magic-o Fantastic-o con Stefano Iaboni ¡Prepárese para un caos mágico mientras Stefano trae trucos asombrosos, objetos que desaparecen y mucho cha-cha-cha! Disfrute de actividades de organizaciones locales.

Bridge City Improv
2025-04-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Chapel Theatre, 4107 Harrison Street, Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
An evening of unscripted entertainment known for its rotating casts showcasing local improv faves. Fresh and unpredictable, each performance is a unique experience. Whether you’re a longtime improv fan or a first-timer, this is a great choice for a fun night out.
This night features: Matt Tabora-Roberts, Hanna Davis, Merrily Antony, Eric Stiverson, Erin Cunningham, Lisa Brousseau, Beau Brousseau.
Doors at 7pm.
Beer, wine, concessions.
All ages welcome, though assume PG13 content.
TIX $15 online until 5pm show date / $20 at door.

Voxanova” plays Bossa Nova and Latin Jazz
2025-04-27 15:00 - 17:00 | Charbonneau Country Club, 32000 SW Charbonneau Drive, Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
The Voxanova trio is inspired by the 60’s bossa nova craze with a modern twist, artful melody, lush harmony, animated swing.
Their music emphasizes beautiful melodies, exotic rhythms, and original arrangements.
Flute, guitars, bass and percussion.
Original music so light and sunny you’ll need suntan lotion for your ears!
Tickets can be purchased at the Charbonneau Country Club Activity Center desk, or online at https://charbonneauarts.org/voxanova-tickets-sales/.

World Cinema Series: The Painter and the Thief (Norwegian/English)
2025-04-29 19:30 - 21:30 | Lake Theater & Cafe, 106 N State St, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Join us for a screening of The Painter and the Thief, a Norwegian documentary about a painter who befriended the criminal who stole two of her paintings. This lesson in the art of forgiveness will be shown with English subtitles. There will be a brief introduction before the film, offering valuable cultural context. Stay after the screening to engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the film’s themes: the search for happiness, the nuances of routine, and the quiet connections that shape our lives.
The Painter and the Thief is part of the Lake Oswego Public Library’s World Cinema Series, a monthly event showcasing diverse international films. This series takes place at Lake Theater & Cafe on the last Tuesday of every month at 5:30pm. Admission is free and no ticket is required (though food and drink purchases are encouraged to offset the cost to the Lake Theater).
Can’t make it to the screening? Library patrons can also stream The Painter and the Thief on our Kanopy Streaming Service using their Lake Oswego Public Library card.
Lake Theater and Cafe is located at 106 N. State Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact April Younglove at ayounglove@lakeoswego.city or (503) 534-5667.

Many Cultures, One Heart
2025-04-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Stein Boozier Barn, Stein-Boozier Barn 7914 Memorial Drive, Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
This exciting public art project consists of ten large (4.5 ft X 4.5 ft) fiberglass heart sculptures that will be painted by local artists and installed throughout the City. The project theme, “Many Cultures, One Heart” aims to represent the distinctive artistic, cultural, and historical framework that makes Wilsonville a wonderful place. All ten hearts will be on display at the Stein Boozier-Barn for the opening reception event. This Public Art Project was made possible by the City of Wilsonville’s Arts, Culture, and Heritage Commission and funded by Wilsonville-Metro Community Enhancement funds.
Participating Artists include:
Elle Knight – Heart of Belonging
Addie Boswell – For the Dreamers
Triesta and Chris Zuber – Ubuntu
Eileen Begley – Wilsonville & Kitakata: Sister Cities
Abhinaya Sudharsanam – Unity in Diversity
Cathy Rowe – Season of Love
Lonnie Garcia – Title TBD
Zak Ostertag – Wilsonville: Globally Grafted
Charlie Correales – Heart in Bloom
Angenette Escobar with Wilsonville High School Art Students
Flores del Istmo de Tehuantepec

Making Creativity Profitable: When Your Work Is Used Without Permission
2025-05-01 12:00 | Zoom, OR, United States
While imitation may be a sincere form of flattery, unauthorized use of your creative work can diminish, even destroy, its value. For works protected by copyright, the law grants you exclusive rights over its display, distribution, and duplication—but what happens when someone else uses it without permission? What can you do—and what should you do?
This workshop will explore a range of legal and business options for protecting and profiting from your creativity, including:
How to respond when someone uses your work without authorization
Choosing the right approach—legal enforcement, licensing, or other strategies
The costs, benefits, and risks of different enforcement methods
Proactive steps to strengthen your rights and maximize your work’s value, even in cases of unauthorized use.
Speaker:
Elliott Williams is an intellectual property attorney in the Portland office of Stoel Rives LLP, where he helps artists, creators, and businesses protect and monetize their creative works. With extensive experience in intellectual property strategy, he provides guidance on enforcing rights, resolving disputes, and maximizing the value of creative work.

Elevated Readers Book Club
2025-05-01 17:00 - 18:30 | Oregon City Public Library, 606 John Adams St., Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
The Elevated Readers Book Club is always open for new members. We also welcome drop-ins! The Elevated Readers Book Club is named after Oregon City’s unique “vertical street”.
Book club information can be found the Elevated Readers webpage.

Lake Oswego Reads Author Presentation
2025-05-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Lakeridge High School, 1235 Overlook Drive, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Join us for an engaging evening with our featured LO Reads 2025 author, Monica Wood! Thanks to the Friends of Lake Oswego Public Library, Ms. Wood will be with us for an in-person presentation on May 1 to discuss her novel, How to Read a Book, and to answer questions from the Lake Oswego community. Remember to bring your copy of How to Read a Book if you would like it autographed by the author. Ways to watch: • Lakeridge High School Auditorium at 7:00 pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. This event is free, but does require a ticket. • TVCTV will film the event for livestream and later viewing. It will be broadcasted live on TVCTV television channels as well as on the Library’s YouTube channel. Lakeridge High School is located at 1235 Overlook Dr, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact Nancy Niland at nniland@lakeoswego.city or (503) 675-2538.

Spring Fling
2025-05-02 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Pioneer Community Center, 615 5th St., Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
The Spring Fling Art Festival is back for a forth year and will be held on Friday, May 2 from 4 pm – 9 pm (NEW! Night Market Hours) and Saturday, May 3 from 10 am – 4 pm. at the Pioneer Community Center located at 615 5th Street, Oregon City, OR 97045. There will be 30 artists, live music, and several food vendors. This free event will be a lively experience with opportunities to talk with local artists and purchase that unique Mother’s Day gift for the mom that has everything.

We are All One of a Kind
2025-05-02 18:00 - 20:00 | The Spiral Gallery, 341 S. Broadway Street, Estacada, OR, 97023, United States
We are All One of a Kind is the new Solo Show of Beate Scheller. Colorful unique hand-pulled prints, monotypes, and drawings will be on display.
Beate usually does small editions of etchings and stone-lithographs. But in this exhibition she also presents monotypes, a series of images influenced by nature.

Teen Open Mic
2025-05-02 18:15 - 19:30 | Youth Music Project Meteor Lounge, 2015 8th Ave., West Linn, OR, 97068, United States
Perform at YMP’s Teen Open Mic Night!
Are you a musician aged 13-18? Come on down and share your songs to a live, supportive audience. This is an incredible opportunity to hone your skills performing with state-of-the-art gear and sound engineers on our Meteor Lounge stage. Open Mic Nights are held on the first Friday of each month and hosted by our amazing Teen Interns.
Sign-up at the doors at 6:15 p.m | Performances begin 6:30 p.m.
Don’t have a song to share? No worries! Gather some friends and come be a part of our supportive audience! All ages welcome to attend.
Note: Parent/guardian permission and a signed media waver are required for performers under the age of 18.

ANCESTORS - Art Show Featuring Portland Artist Reese Bowes
2025-05-03 11:00 - 17:00 | imperfecta, 117 6th street, Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
Art Exhibition
Event runs from May 3 to May 31.
Open Tues-Fridays 11am to 4pm and Saturdays 11am to 5pm.
The Opening Reception is May 3, 5-7pm.
