Main Gallery Clothing Swap In conjunction with The Frimpong Case by Vincent Frimpong Bring gently used clothing and take something new-to-you! This free community swap connects to our current exhibition exploring textile waste and its global impact. Drop off items June 23–26, 12–5 PM, then shop the swap on Saturday, June 27, 12–5 PM in […]
Please stop by to meet me (and a few returning students), visit the studio hosting our classes this summer, and get answers to all your sewing class questions! This is also a great opportunity to talk about options for 1:1 sessions (mostly I am going to say ‘yes, we can totally do that’) and home […]
Work on whatever you want, with expert support, in a studio setting! You can work on a single project, work on the difficult parts of multiple projects, or tackle your mending pile – all with my help throughout. I’ll do optional pop up workshops on specific skills throughout class, as they arise. Designed to follow […]
Sewing Machine Use class Learn how to use your sewing machine correctly for a frustration-free experience! This class is designed for the absolute beginner, although anyone who has trouble using their machine will benefit. If using your machine is stressing you out – if the needle or thread breaks, if the thread gets tangled/knotted/looped, if […]
Basic Sewing Skills Class Learn the basic information and techniques you’ll need to sew anything you want! This class is designed to follow my Sewing Machine Use class and/or for anyone comfortable using their sewing machine but not sure what to do with it. If a child is old enough to want to learn basic […]
Work on whatever you want, with expert support, in a studio setting! You can work on a single project, work on the difficult parts of multiple projects, or tackle your mending pile – all with my help throughout. I’ll do optional pop up workshops on specific skills throughout class, as they arise. Designed to […]
Veruca’s Daughters by Erika Rier opens to the public on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 in the Corrine Woodman Gallery. On view through July 25, 2026. Love Rier’s work? She is teaching a 2-day workshop at The Art Center July 25 – 26, 2026. Learn more or sign up here!
Unlocking Art is a new free community engagement program at The Arts Center that invites you to experience exhibitions in fresh and meaningful ways. Spark fresh ways of seeing and connecting with TAC Exhibitions through volunteer lead interactive activities in TAC’s main gallery.
REGISTER HERE (bit.ly/fifthgen) Get ready to successfully use commercial sewing patterns! This is a great follow-up to my Basic Sewing Skills class and for anyone ready to start using purchased patterns. Uncover the mysteries of the pattern envelope, sizing, layout and cutting, transferring marks, and get answers to your questions. Bring: Nothing is required, but […]
Join the welcoming community of Calapooia Brewing every Wednesday night, from 6-8 PM for the Calapooia Craft Club! Whether you’re working on an embroidery masterpiece, a needlepoint project, or experimenting with knitting, this is your space to connect with fellow craft enthusiasts and dive into your latest creative project. What to Expect: Creative Freedom: Bring […]
Join fellow creatives on First Thursdays! Artist Meetups are a welcoming space for creatives of all disciplines and experience levels to share work, receive constructive feedback, and discuss creative-world hot topics. We invite artists from all backgrounds, including hobbyists, emerging, and established creatives, with special encouragement for those from historically excluded communities, to connect, share, […]
Create a whimsical miniature world inside a faux terrarium with tiny landscapes, dwellings, and imaginative storytelling.