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Artists Sunday is a nationwide movement celebrated on the Sunday after Thanksgiving, aimed at encouraging people to shop with artists and support their local creative community. Artists Sunday was created in 2020 to encourage people to shop with artists and buy art as gifts during the holidays. There’s perhaps nothing more personal than a gift of
October 21 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Mondays through May 26, 2025) October 25 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Fridays through May 30, 2025) What better way to begin a new day than by taking some time to focus on the one and only YOU? Morning yoga presents us
After School Art Program (Grades K-5) October 7 - December 20: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 - 5:15 pm (pick-up no later than 5:30 pm) Students will enjoy their afternoons with fellow student artists as they embark on journeys of art exploration and creation. No art experience required! Each week, Teaching Artist Samantha introduces
December 2, 9, 16, & 23 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm In this fun four-session class, you’ll explore throwing clay on the pottery wheel and experiment with trimming and glazing. No ceramics experience necessary! Teaching Artist Trevor will show you basic techniques for creating pieces out of clay and he’ll give you an introduction to
GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement that began in 2012 as a simple idea: a day to encourage people to do good. Celebrated on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, it follows the season’s biggest shopping days, Black Friday and Cyber Monday, as a reminder to support the causes we care about. Over the years, GivingTuesday has
October 1 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 8 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 15 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 22 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 29 from 5:30 - 7:00 am November 5 from 5:30 - 7:00 am November 12 from 5:30 - 7:00 am November 19 from 5:30 - 7:00
December 3, 10, & 17 and January 7, 14, & 21 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm Discover poetry as a form of communication with self and community in this six-session class. Poet, author, and Teaching Artist Amelia says, “We are all poets, and this class offers venues to explore how to get words into action
October 1 - December 10 on Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 pm Join this fun group and explore the drumming rhythms of traditional West African music every Tuesday! No experience necessary. Learn how to play the djembe (a goblet-shaped drum played with bare hands) or refine your djembe skills in this class. Drums are provided.
After School Art Program (Grades K-5) October 7 - December 20: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 - 5:15 pm (pick-up no later than 5:30 pm) Students will enjoy their afternoons with fellow student artists as they embark on journeys of art exploration and creation. No art experience required! Each week, Teaching Artist Samantha introduces
December 4 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and December 18 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Discover the joy of working with clay in this hands-on, two-session ceramics class! No prior experience is necessary – all skill levels are welcome. In the first session, you'll learn the basics of hand-building from Teaching Artist Alethea to create
December 5, 12, & 19 and January 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 from 6:00 - 8:30 pm Grief can be very lonely! The Art Grief Group – an alternative to traditional talk support groups – is a place where you can experience support and express yourself by making art together with others. No art
October 21 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Mondays through May 26, 2025) October 25 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Fridays through May 30, 2025) What better way to begin a new day than by taking some time to focus on the one and only YOU? Morning yoga presents us
After School Art Program (Grades K-5) October 7 - December 20: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 - 5:15 pm (pick-up no later than 5:30 pm) Students will enjoy their afternoons with fellow student artists as they embark on journeys of art exploration and creation. No art experience required! Each week, Teaching Artist Samantha introduces
The Big: Art Center East’s Annual Open Exhibit returns with a free opening reception and awards ceremony on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. Art Center East’s Main and Orlaske Galleries will showcase works by artists working in various mediums who hail from across the Pacific Northwest. “The Big” will be on display December
December 6 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm Paint sunflowers in the style of Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh using a variety of techniques! No experience necessary. You’ll paint in acrylic alongside Teaching Artist Tess, enjoy a complimentary beverage and charcuterie cup from CharKuterie by Kristy, meet new people, and explore painting in a fun, no-pressure
There’s no substitute for face-to-face service and in-person shopping! Join us and the Threadbenders Guild in the Art Center East Gallery foyer on Saturday, December 7 from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Enjoy a complimentary beverage and snack while you holiday shop handwoven and fiber art goods. Free Admission About the Threadbenders Guild: In the
Celebrate the season with us at Art Center East! Join us in the ACE Galleries Saturdays in December for Sip & Shop Saturdays—where holiday shopping meets festive cheer! Enjoy a complimentary drink while you find the perfect gifts to fill your wish lists!
October 21 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Mondays through May 26, 2025) October 25 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Fridays through May 30, 2025) What better way to begin a new day than by taking some time to focus on the one and only YOU? Morning yoga presents us
After School Art Program (Grades K-5) October 7 - December 20: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 - 5:15 pm (pick-up no later than 5:30 pm) Students will enjoy their afternoons with fellow student artists as they embark on journeys of art exploration and creation. No art experience required! Each week, Teaching Artist Samantha introduces
December 9 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Join us for a beginner-friendly, fun class on Zen Rock Wrapping! In this creative workshop, you'll learn how to wrap rocks using materials such as leather, string, and jute, and explore decorative techniques using small glass chips and other tiny rocks. Rock wrapping is a fun way to
December 2, 9, 16, & 23 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm In this fun four-session class, you’ll explore throwing clay on the pottery wheel and experiment with trimming and glazing. No ceramics experience necessary! Teaching Artist Trevor will show you basic techniques for creating pieces out of clay and he’ll give you an introduction to
October 1 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 8 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 15 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 22 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 29 from 5:30 - 7:00 am November 5 from 5:30 - 7:00 am November 12 from 5:30 - 7:00 am November 19 from 5:30 - 7:00
December 3, 10, & 17 and January 7, 14, & 21 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm Discover poetry as a form of communication with self and community in this six-session class. Poet, author, and Teaching Artist Amelia says, “We are all poets, and this class offers venues to explore how to get words into action
October 1 - December 10 on Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 pm Join this fun group and explore the drumming rhythms of traditional West African music every Tuesday! No experience necessary. Learn how to play the djembe (a goblet-shaped drum played with bare hands) or refine your djembe skills in this class. Drums are provided.
Community Art Studio: Bring Your Own Art (BYOA)! (Age 18+) December 11 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Do you have an art project that you just can’t find quiet time to work on? Perhaps you have the time but you don’t have the space? Bring your own supplies to ACE and work on your
After School Art Program (Grades K-5) October 7 - December 20: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 - 5:15 pm (pick-up no later than 5:30 pm) Students will enjoy their afternoons with fellow student artists as they embark on journeys of art exploration and creation. No art experience required! Each week, Teaching Artist Samantha introduces
December 12 from 1:00 - 5:00 pm Create two beautiful stained glass holiday ornaments! This class is a fun introduction to the fascinating art of stained glass. No experience is necessary and all skill levels are welcome. You’ll learn the elements of stained glass design and use templates of ornaments, pickles or snowflakes to create
December 12 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Art Center East, Shahayla Ononaiye, and Jamie Jacobson invite you to our popular community caroling event! All ages are welcome, and no singing experience is necessary. We’ll gather at ACE and then head out together on foot to carol around La Grande. Bring along some friends and/or family,
October 21 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Mondays through May 26, 2025) October 25 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Fridays through May 30, 2025) What better way to begin a new day than by taking some time to focus on the one and only YOU? Morning yoga presents us
Little Pinecones Book Club (Ages 0-5) FREE! December 13 from 9:00 - 10:00 am January 10 from 9:00 - 10:00 am February 14 from 9:00 - 10:00 am Teaching Artist Haydyn takes children ages 0-5 on a fun exploration of topics through story time and an art activity! Children build skills and resiliency through
Creative Drama (Ages 3-6) FREE December 13 from 10:00 - 10:45 am January 10 from 10:00 - 10:45 am February 14 from 10:00 - 10:45 am Join us for a high-energy, laughter-filled class where you and your child will get moving, bond, and dive into the world of creative play! Through fun theater games, silly
After School Art Program (Grades K-5) October 7 - December 20: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 - 5:15 pm (pick-up no later than 5:30 pm) Students will enjoy their afternoons with fellow student artists as they embark on journeys of art exploration and creation. No art experience required! Each week, Teaching Artist Samantha introduces
December 13 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Join Teaching Artist Ryan for a fun and relaxing introduction to pottery and wheel throwing. No prior ceramics experience necessary! Enjoy a complimentary beverage and charcuterie cup from CharKuterie by Kristy, watch Ryan give a demo of basic throwing techniques on the pottery wheel, and meet new people.
Celebrate the season with us at Art Center East! Join us in the ACE Galleries Saturdays in December for Sip & Shop Saturdays—where holiday shopping meets festive cheer! Enjoy a complimentary drink while you find the perfect gifts to fill your wish lists!
December 14 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Relax and have fun painting a unique set of two beautiful wine or pint glasses and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or beer – and a tasty snack – while you paint! No painting experience necessary. You can use ACE’s fun stencils/templates or a holiday-themed stencil to
October 21 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Mondays through May 26, 2025) October 25 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Fridays through May 30, 2025) What better way to begin a new day than by taking some time to focus on the one and only YOU? Morning yoga presents us
After School Art Program (Grades K-5) October 7 - December 20: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 - 5:15 pm (pick-up no later than 5:30 pm) Students will enjoy their afternoons with fellow student artists as they embark on journeys of art exploration and creation. No art experience required! Each week, Teaching Artist Samantha introduces
December 16 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Join us for a beginner-friendly, fun class on Zen Rock Wrapping! In this creative workshop, you'll learn how to wrap rocks using materials such as leather, string, and jute, and explore decorative techniques using small glass chips and other tiny rocks. Rock wrapping is a fun way to
December 2, 9, 16, & 23 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm In this fun four-session class, you’ll explore throwing clay on the pottery wheel and experiment with trimming and glazing. No ceramics experience necessary! Teaching Artist Trevor will show you basic techniques for creating pieces out of clay and he’ll give you an introduction to
October 1 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 8 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 15 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 22 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 29 from 5:30 - 7:00 am November 5 from 5:30 - 7:00 am November 12 from 5:30 - 7:00 am November 19 from 5:30 - 7:00
December 3, 10, & 17 and January 7, 14, & 21 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm Discover poetry as a form of communication with self and community in this six-session class. Poet, author, and Teaching Artist Amelia says, “We are all poets, and this class offers venues to explore how to get words into action
After School Art Program (Grades K-5) October 7 - December 20: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 - 5:15 pm (pick-up no later than 5:30 pm) Students will enjoy their afternoons with fellow student artists as they embark on journeys of art exploration and creation. No art experience required! Each week, Teaching Artist Samantha introduces
December 4 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and December 18 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Discover the joy of working with clay in this hands-on, two-session ceramics class! No prior experience is necessary – all skill levels are welcome. In the first session, you'll learn the basics of hand-building from Teaching Artist Alethea to create
December 19 from 1:00 - 5:00 pm Create two beautiful stained glass holiday ornaments! This class is a fun introduction to the fascinating art of stained glass. No experience is necessary and all skill levels are welcome. You’ll learn the elements of stained glass design and use templates of ornaments, pickles or snowflakes to create
October 21 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Mondays through May 26, 2025) October 25 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Fridays through May 30, 2025) What better way to begin a new day than by taking some time to focus on the one and only YOU? Morning yoga presents us
After School Art Program (Grades K-5) October 7 - December 20: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 - 5:15 pm (pick-up no later than 5:30 pm) Students will enjoy their afternoons with fellow student artists as they embark on journeys of art exploration and creation. No art experience required! Each week, Teaching Artist Samantha introduces
You’re Up! - Improvisation (Ages 14-18) FREE December 20 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm January 17 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm February 21 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm Ready to unleash your creativity? Join this fun, high-energy improv class and gain some amazing acting skills! No acting or improv experience is necessary. You'll dive into
December 20 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm Learn how to paint calla lilies in the style of American artist Georgia O’Keeffe (1887-1986)! No experience necessary. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine from K Voelz Wines, charcuterie cup from CharKuterie by Kristy, meet new people, and explore acrylic painting with Teaching Artist Tess in a fun,
There’s no substitute for face-to-face service and in-person shopping! Join us and The Petite Patisserie in the Art Center East Gallery foyer on Saturday, December 21 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Enjoy a complimentary beverage while you shop for wholesome homemade artisan baked goods just in time for the holidays. Free Admission
Celebrate the season with us at Art Center East! Join us in the ACE Galleries Saturdays in December for Sip & Shop Saturdays—where holiday shopping meets festive cheer! Enjoy a complimentary drink while you find the perfect gifts to fill your wish lists!
There’s no substitute for face-to-face service and in-person shopping! Join us and Sagebrush Jane Leather Co. in the Art Center East Gallery foyer on Saturday, December 21 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Enjoy a complimentary beverage while you shop a variety of handmade leather goods. Free Admission
December 21 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Join this fun class to learn the basics of watercolor painting! Teaching Artist Ann will demonstrate the basic techniques of solid, gradient, and transitional washes as well as dry brush, glazing, and wet into wet. You’ll practice these techniques using simple shapes and subjects from nature, such as
October 21 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Mondays through May 26, 2025) October 25 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Fridays through May 30, 2025) What better way to begin a new day than by taking some time to focus on the one and only YOU? Morning yoga presents us
December 2, 9, 16, & 23 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm In this fun four-session class, you’ll explore throwing clay on the pottery wheel and experiment with trimming and glazing. No ceramics experience necessary! Teaching Artist Trevor will show you basic techniques for creating pieces out of clay and he’ll give you an introduction to
October 21 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Mondays through May 26, 2025) October 25 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Fridays through May 30, 2025) What better way to begin a new day than by taking some time to focus on the one and only YOU? Morning yoga presents us
December 28 from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (with a one-hour break) If you can knock on a door, butter a piece of bread, or make an “X”, you’re well on your way to mastering one of the greatest painting techniques in the world! Teaching Artist Aaron will show you how to create beautiful landscapes
October 21 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Mondays through May 26, 2025) October 25 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Fridays through May 30, 2025) What better way to begin a new day than by taking some time to focus on the one and only YOU? Morning yoga presents us
October 1 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 8 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 15 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 22 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 29 from 5:30 - 7:00 am November 5 from 5:30 - 7:00 am November 12 from 5:30 - 7:00 am November 19 from 5:30 - 7:00
October 21 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Mondays through May 26, 2025) October 25 from 5:15 - 6:15 am (each week on Fridays through May 30, 2025) What better way to begin a new day than by taking some time to focus on the one and only YOU? Morning yoga presents us
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Registration cancellations & transfers must be made through Art Center East at (541) 624-2800 48 hours or more before the class start time. We cannot issue refunds or transfers for cancellations received after the 48-hour cutoff. Exceptions will be considered for medical or family emergencies. ACE will honor a refund, minus a $10 administration fee when the cancellation is made 48 hours or more before class start date. When a class is canceled due to low enrollment, we will issue a refund for all registration fees. ACE will contact you in the event of a cancellation. Face coverings will be required in accordance with statewide regulations current at the time.
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Monday - Friday: 10AM - 4PM
Saturday: Noon - 4PM
1006 Penn Ave., La Grande, OR 97850
PO Box 541, La Grande, OR 97850
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541-624-2800
