Clackamas County Arts Alliance

Hands On A Hard Body
2026-07-30 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-07-31 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-08-01 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-08-02 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-05 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
When an auto dealership in Longview, TX, launches an endurance contest, ten economically strapped strangers embark on a journey that tests their hearts, minds, and bodies. The contestant who keeps at least one hand on a brand-new hardbody truck the longest gets to drive it off the lot. What initially seems like a mere publicity stunt soon becomes a soul-baring battle of wills. Only one can win, but for all involved, the truck holds the key to their own private American dream.
The mix of people in this contest includes: an unlikeable prior winner who is a bit racist; the son of an immigrant who wants to be a veterinarian; a USMC veteran; an older woman (with her husband for support) who really needs the money; a Texas evangelical; a beauty queen; an older man (and his wife as support) who is recovering from a fall from a big rig; and a few other folks. The backstory involves the faltering dealership, lack of sales, and unethical behavior by some of the staff.
The ensemble includes Melissa Gale, Derek Gregerson, Kate Potter, Mike Dederian, Andrew Stoffers, Victoria Garcia, Sam Babst, Danny Caputo, Mary Compton, Evan Tait, RJ Tofte, Bryan Durden, Jody Allen, Margo Schembre, and Jason Nuesa.
Artistic Staff: Hands on a Hardbody is directed by Thomas C. Graff. Cyndy Ramsey-Rier serves as the music director, while Teri Barardino Newman serves as the choreographer and assistant director. Kendra Comerford is the stage manager, Marcus Storey is the sound designer, Bill Burbach is the set designer, Nikki Paulson is the costume designer, Ian Anderson-Priddy is the lighting designer, and Allen R. Phillips designs the properties. Steve Knox is the producer.
July 10 – August 16, 2026
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, & Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sunday Matinees and Saturday matinees on July 25 & August 8 at 2:00 PM

Art Exhibition - Artist Julie Mantis
2026-07-31 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-02 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-03 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-04 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-05 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Canby Public Library, 220 NE 2nd Ave., Canby, OR, 97013, United States
The Canby Public Library is hosting a solo exhibit from July 9 – August 31. Presenting local artist, Julie Mantis, displaying fourteen of her original oil paintings.
Address: 220 NE 2nd Ave, Canby, OR 97013
Phone: (503) 266-3394
Hours:
Thursday 10 AM–7 PM
Friday 10 AM–5 PM
Saturday 10 AM–5 PM
Sunday Closed
Monday 10 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–7 PM

StoryWalk "Song in the City"
2026-07-31 08:00 - 17:00 | Iron Mountain Park, 2401 Iron Mountain Rd, Lake Oswego, OR, 97035, United States
Visit Iron Mountain Park to read our newest StoryWalk® installation, Song in the City. Written by Daniel Bernstrom and illustrated by Jenin Mohammed, it tells the story of a young blind girl filled to overflowing with the sounds of her beloved city. Poetically rhythmic and lightly humorous, the tale bridges the gap between generations of music and family while centering love, understanding and joy. Celebrate Disability Pride Month at one of Lake Oswego’s most accessible natural areas, Iron Mountain Park.
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Montpelier Vermont. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.
Iron Mountain Park is located at 2401 Iron Mountain Rd., Lake Oswego. For more information, contact Youth Services at 503-697-6580.

Ledding Library Art: Ariella-Sophie Sternberg & Val Hubbard
2026-07-31 10:00 - 18:00 | Milwaukie Ledding Library, 10660 SE 21st Ave., Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
Val Hubbard presents a series of atmospheric, abstracted paintings, and Ariella-Sophie Sternberg presents “Drawn with the Left Hand,” a collection of drawn portraits documenting a period of recovery from injury.

Stairwell Gallery: Beverly & Arthur Foster: Life and Death in a Potsdam Garden
2026-07-31 10:00 - 19:00 | Lake Oswego Library, 706 4th St., Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Beverly Chesnut Foster’s compelling photographic artistry brings a hidden chapter of Potsdam, Germany, to light. From 1933 to 1945, horticulturists Karl and Eva Foerster cultivated a garden of extraordinary beauty that quietly became a sanctuary during the rise of Nazi terror. Within 3 its peaceful paths and borders, several Jewish women found a way to hide in plain sight as deportations and death camps threatened their lives. Beverly Chesnut Foster explores the tension between danger and refuge with her lens, capturing the interplay of fear, resilience, and quiet defiance embedded in the garden’s past. The accompanying narrative, written by her husband Arthur Foster, a former colleague of the Foersters and a former Berlin professor, provides historical context that deepens the emotional resonance of Beverly’s work. The exhibition will be on view throughout July 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

Canvas and Clay
2026-07-31 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-01 12:00 - 17:00 | OR
Canvas and Clay: A Study of Flora and Fauna…July’s featured artist show at Sidestreet Arts Gallery brings together three painters and a potter from Lake Oswego & West Linn.
Kasey Wanford, Lisa Brinkman, Molly Reeves and Ha Austin
These 4 artists interpreted the natural beauty, flow and simple moments of our world in their unique styles. The nature inspired works depict our desire to find stillness amid chaos and to feel that we are part of, not separate from, the world that surrounds us.
Please join our four artists at Sidestreet Arts Gallery on First Friday, July 3 from 5-7pm. Learn more about the simple joys that inspire them.
The works will be available July 2-August 1, 2026.
🛍️Gallery Hours: Thursday-Sunday, 12-5pm.
🧑‍💻Select items are also available online
Organizers:
https://www.sidestreetarts.com/
https://www.haaustinceramics.com/

Native American Flute Workshop (All Ages)
2026-08-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Youth Music Project, 2015 8th Ave., West Linn, Oregon, 97068
The Native American flute is an instrument that is simple to play and requires no previous experience with music or instruments.
In this workshop, participants will learn about the Native American flute through storytelling by Deitz Peters while they decorate a durable PVC flute of their very own. Once the flutes are created, participants will learn and practice the basics of flute playing and the etiquette of playing in a Native flute circle with other musicians. Register today for $5!
Participants under 10 must be accompanied by an adult that is also registered for the workshop.
This workshop is generously supported by a grant from the Clackamas County Cultural Coalition. Space is limited to 30 participants.
Deitz Peters:
Deitrich Peters was born in Oregon, and is a member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. He is Kalapuya, Rogue River, and Umpqua. His given name is Cosa Tance, which means “Sky Dancer”.
Deitrich has a deep love for his culture and traditions, including making items by hand, working with feathers, beadwork, traditional dancing, and storytelling. His personal favorite is playing the flute. He has learned these many skills from tribal elders or considers them gifts from the Creator.
Nicholas Emerson:
Nicholas teaches music production, songwriting and composition, guitar, ukulele, and bass at YMP. He is a registered descendant of the Colville band of the Nez Perce tribe from Northern Washington.
He is very active in the local Portland music scene helping to cultivate the incredible wealth of youth talent in the Pacific Northwest and is involved with organizations including Fear No Music Young Composers Project and Northwest Children’s Theater & School. Nicholas also teaches at Reed College and Portland State University and is passionate about teaching music with a compositional approach, to enable students to learn how to compose their own music as they learn how to play their instrument.

Fused Glass Flower Fields Workshop
2026-08-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Happy Valley Library, 13793 SE Sieben Park Way, Happy Valley, OR, 97015, United States
Fused Glass Flower Fields a fused glass workshop by Sweet Lomy Art Saturday, August 1st 11:00am- 1:00pm Happy Valley Library Community Room A 13793 SE Sieben Park Way, Happy Valley OR 97015
Ages 10+ – Adult Cost: $65 per student
Kids under 10 years of age must be accompanied by an adult
Create a colorful slice of summer in this relaxed, hands-on glass class!
Students will design a 3.5 x 7 inch fused glass panel, inspired by blooming flower fields, wild gardens, or any design they imagine.
Learn the basics of cutting and layering glass while playing with color, texture, and shape to bring your piece to life. Go bold with bright florals, keep it soft and simple, or create something completely unique.
No experience needed! All materials and instruction are included. Finished pieces will be kiln-fired and ready for pickup at City Hall within a few weeks after class.
Happy Valley Parks and Recreation (HVPR) Cancellation/Refund Policy: If the City of Happy Valley Parks & Recreation (HVPR) cancels a class, activity, or event, a full refund is issued to each participant. If a program partner cancels a class, activity, or event, a full refund is issued to each participant. If HVPR is notified three days before the first day of class, activity, or event, a refund will be given less a $5 processing fee. If notified within three (3) days of a class, activity, or event, no refund will be given. Exceptions to the refund policy may be made at staff’s discretion depending upon extenuating circumstances. All Parks and Recreation classes, camps, and special events are subject to space availability.

Mural Walk - Estacada, OR
2026-08-01 14:00 - 16:00 | The Spiral Gallery, 341 S. Broadway Street, Estacada, OR, 97023, United States
Join the Clackamas Arts Alliance for a social hour and summer art walk among the 20+ murals of downtown Estacada. Get a sneak peak at the mural restoration in progress and meet the muralists and the creative team behind The Artback, all in the company of other artists and creatives.
The event will begin and end at The Spiral Gallery, which features the inspiring work of local visual artists. Drinks and snacks will be available before the mural walking tour starts.
Come and support local artists, make a new friend, find creative inspiration, and enjoy an afternoon learning from the long history of art in Estacada.
Learn more about the Que Tus Sueños Te Lleven a la Vida Que te Haga Felix mural shown above HERE.
WHEN: Saturday, August 1, 2026 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM
WHERE: Spiral Gallery | 341 S Broadway, Estacada, OR 97023
COST: FREE. Please register below or HERE.
Donations welcome!
This event is open to people of all ages. Children and youth are welcome with an accompanying adult.

Forest Voices: Echoes of the Ancient Ones
2026-08-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Youth Music Project, 2015 8th Ave., West Linn, Oregon, 97068
Immerse yourself in the healing power of the Native American Flute with stories and songs from five of the Willamette Valley’s most celebrated flute players. Enjoy musical performances accompanied by immersive visuals, soundscapes, and storytelling in this one-of-a-kind concert experience.
Featuring: Deitrich Peters, Terry Filer, Alby Thoumsin, Brian Coop, and Dave Himber
Tickets $10 suggested at the door. No one turned away for lack of funds.

A Chorus Line
2026-08-01 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-08-02 14:30 - 16:30 | Clackamas Repertory Theater, 19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
One of the most requested shows by Clackamas Rep patrons, A Chorus Line is a stunning concept musical that captures the spirit and tension of a Broadway audition. This Pulitzer Prize and multiple Tony Award-winning production explores the inner lives and bittersweet ambitions of professional performers, featuring one powerhouse number after another. A brilliantly complex fusion of song, dance and compelling authentic drama, A Chorus Line is a must-see musical classic.
Content Advisory: Strong Language and Adult Themes
“One of Broadway’s all-time greats, with more kick than most other shows combined.” – Time Out New York
“The starling simplicity of this show still impresses … The show suggests that theatre is both a metaphor for life and a way of escaping it, and there is something genuinely moving about the way it gives an individual voice to performers who are normally just part of an anonymous ensemble.” – The Telegraph
“…one of those musicals you will sing about to your grandchildren. It is an occasion of joy, and affirmation of Broadway and a smoke-signal to the world that the musical can touch unexpected depths in the human heart.” – The New York Times
July 30 – Aug. 23, 2026
Preview July 30
Opening Night Aug. 1
Thurs-Sat evenings at 7:30 p.m.
Sun and third Sat* matinees at 2:30 p.m.
Conceived/Originally Directed/Choreographed by: Michael Bennett
Book by: James Kirkwood and Nicholas Dante
Music by: Marvin Hamlisch
Co-Choreographed by: Bob Avian
Directed by: Karlyn Love
Sponsored by: Jim Osterman, Karen and Brian Comstock, Daphne and Tim Wuest

Fused Glass Ocean Waves
2026-08-02 11:00 - 14:00 | Sweet Lomy Art LLC, 17197 Stanhelma Drive, Gladstone, OR, 97027, United States
Ride the creative tide in this exciting fused glass ocean waves class! Create a beautiful glass wave inspired by crashing surf, rolling tides, sea foam, and shimmering coastal colors and display your finished work in an elegant metal stand. Students will learn to cut, layer, snip, and glue glass while exploring texture and movement using specialty glass and fiber paper for added dimension.
Choose your size and design your own one-of-a-kind wave masterpiece:
• 8 inch wave: $110 (Stand included)
• 10 inch wave panel: $140 (stand included)
Perfect for beginners and returning students alike.
Ages 12+. Finished pieces will be kiln-fired and ready for pickup within a few weeks.

Music and Movement in Mandarin
2026-08-03 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.

Ledding Library 5-day Teen Playwriting Camp
2026-08-03 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-05 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.

See Jane Run: An Indo Story
2026-08-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Dr. Jane Vogel Mantiri is a social justice activist, retired child trauma psychologist, and professional actor living in Portland, Oregon. Jane embodies the immigrant success story and the fulfillment of her father’s all-American dream. But Jane’s life has always been colored by her aunt’s brutal murder during the fight for Indonesian Independence after WWII. Her mixed-race Indo parents were forced to flee their motherland, clutching their baby girl. On his death bed, believing Jane was his beloved sister, her father implored her, “Run!”
Now Jane is sharing her family’s story that had been sealed in silence, shame, and assimilation. The same urge to cook nasi kuning and lempers inspired a journey across the Pacific Ocean to reconnect with family and lay flowers on her aunt’s grave. This Indonesian pilgrimage winds through a cousin’s living room in Jakarta, a university classroom in Yogyakarta, and a cemetery in Surabaya which holds the “welcome home” Jane never realized she needed on her way to defining both her family’s legacy and her own.
