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“overtime” Eastern Oregon University Annual Junior Theory and Practice Exhibit

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

EOU’s Junior Theory and Practice class presents its annual art exhibition, “overtime,” at Art Center East in La Grande, Oregon. This year’s featured artists are: Losii Daniel, Nayeli Flores, Erin Glenn, Hailey Hochhalter, Av Hughes, Claudia Juarez, Kay Kellogg, Hadley Marshall, Aiden Patterson, and Alyson Yates. The EOU Junior Theory and Practice exhibition at Art Center

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Celebrate International Punch Needle Rug Hooking Day with Una Walker at Art Center East

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

In celebration of International Punch Needle Rug Hooking Day (IPNRHD), April 13th, 2024, Una Walker, this year's International ambassador and owner of wooly walkers, will have her craft show booth set up in Art Center East's (ACE) Orlaske Gallery. Una will have supplies and patterns for sale, as well as the punch needle kit she

Opening Reception for “overtime”, Eastern Oregon University Annual Junior Theory and Practice Exhibit

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Art Center East is excited to announce the opening of EOU’s Junior Theory and Practice class annual art exhibition, “overtime,” in ACE's Main Gallery on Friday, April 5 with an opening reception from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. This year’s featured artists are: Losii Daniel, Nayeli Flores, Erin Glenn, Hailey Hochhalter, Av Hughes, Claudia Juarez, Kay

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Fiber in Flight: Birds of Eastern Oregon by Christie Lower

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Art Center East (ACE) is excited to announce the opening of “Fiber in Flight: Birds of Eastern Oregon” by artist Christie Lower of Halfway, Oregon. Community members of all ages are invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, February 2, 2024, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Lower will give an informal artist talk about her

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Fiber in Focus: Exploring National Geographic

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Art Center East (ACE) is excited to announce the opening of “Fiber in Focus: Exploring National Geographic”, ACE’s eighth annual Fiber Arts and Jewelry Exhibit featuring works by Northeast Oregon fiber and jewelry artists. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, February 2, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The exhibit

2025 Fiber Arts & Jewelry Exhibit Theme Announcement

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Join us at the dual closing reception of "Fiber in Focus" and "Fiber in Flight" for the announcement of the 2025 Fiber Arts & Jewelry Exhibit theme. The theme will be announced at 6:30 pm.

Closing Reception for Fiber in Flight: Birds of Eastern Oregon by Christie Lower

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Art Center East (ACE) is excited to announce the opening of “Fiber in Flight: Birds of Eastern Oregon” by artist Christie Lower of Halfway, Oregon. Community members of all ages are invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, February 2, 2024, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Lower will give an informal artist talk about her

Closing Reception for Fiber in Focus: Exploring National Geographic

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Art Center East (ACE) is excited to announce the opening of “Fiber in Focus: Exploring National Geographic”, ACE’s eighth annual Fiber Arts and Jewelry Exhibit featuring works by Northeast Oregon fiber and jewelry artists. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, February 2, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The exhibit

Needle Felt Demo by Christie Lower

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Join us on Saturday, February 24 from 10:30 – 2:00 p.m. in ACE’s Main Gallery for a free needle felt demonstration by current featured artist Christie Lower. This demonstration is free and open to the public, but an RSVP is appreciated. Lower is a self-taught fiber artist with a focus on needle felting. She resides in

Opening Reception for Fiber in Flight: Birds of Eastern Oregon by Christie Lower

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Art Center East (ACE) is excited to announce the opening of “Fiber in Flight: Birds of Eastern Oregon” by artist Christie Lower of Halfway, Oregon. Community members of all ages are invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, February 2, 2024, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Lower will give an informal artist talk

Opening Reception for Fiber in Focus: Exploring National Geographic

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Art Center East (ACE) is excited to announce the opening of “Fiber in Focus: Exploring National Geographic”, ACE’s eighth annual Fiber Arts and Jewelry Exhibit featuring works by Northeast Oregon fiber and jewelry artists. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, February 2, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The exhibit

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Sip & Shop Saturdays at ACE

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Join us in the ACE Galleries during December for Sip & Shop Saturdays! Shoppers can enjoy one complimentary beverage while fulfilling their holiday wish lists!

Artisan Pop-up: Teahouse Bakery, Blackberry Moon Creations, & Hair Tinsel

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Join us for Sip & Shop Saturday and three Artisan Pop-ups: Teahouse Bakery, Blackberry Moon Creations Permanent Jewelry, & Hand Tied Hair Tinsel with Crystal Collier. Shoppers can enjoy one complimentary beverage while fulfilling their holiday wish lists! December 16 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 1006 Penn Avenue || La Grande, Oregon Free Admission

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15th Annual Handmade Holidays Makers Market

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Handmade Holidays Makers Market (HHMM) is Art Center East's most popular holiday shopping weekend of the year. For two days each November, the Art Center East galleries transform into a lively market of quality handmade goods. Shoppers can expect to find a wide range of goods, from leather, woodworking, artisan foods, weaving, and other fiber

VIP Shopping Hour: 15th Annual Handmade Holidays Makers Market

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Handmade Holidays Makers Market (HHMM) is Art Center East's most popular holiday shopping weekend of the year. For two days each November, the Art Center East galleries transform into a lively market of quality handmade goods. Shoppers can expect to find a wide range of goods, from leather, woodworking, artisan foods, weaving, and other fiber

Candlelit Reflection: Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

November 1 & 2 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm Art Center East is a space where community members can gather in the calm of the evening to remember and honor their loved ones. Candles will illuminate the beautiful ofrenda and gallery lights will be low to help people celebrate their loved ones in a way that is

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Drawing Light From The Darkness: Scratchboard Demonstration by Debra E. Otterstein

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

October 7 from 12:00 - 2:00 pm Join us on Saturday, October 7 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. in ACE’s Main Gallery for a free scratchboard demonstration by current featured artist Debra E. Otterstein. Scratchboard is a medium that allows for amazing detail.  In this demonstration, viewers will see some of the basic techniques for

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Closing Reception for Now More Than Ever by Nathan Prouty

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Now More Than Ever by Nathan Prouty July 7 – September 2, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents Now More Than Ever by Nathan Prouty in the Main Gallery. Everyone is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, July 7 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display July 7

Closing Reception for Low Tide by Doug Anderson

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Low Tide by Doug Anderson July 7 – September 2, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents Low Tide by Doug Anderson in the Orlaske Gallery. Everyone is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, July 7 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display July 7 – September 2. Free closing reception on

Paint a Pint at Eastern Oregon Beer Festival

Union County Fairgrounds 3604 N 2nd., La Grande, OR, United States

Visit Art Center East’s vendor booth at the Eastern Oregon Beer Festival. Find out about ACE classes, exhibits, and membership and….take the opportunity to ”Paint A Pint”! Express your creativity and learn about glass painting while making your own one-of-a-kind painted pint glass to take home. No painting experience is necessary! An instructor will be

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Opening Reception for Low Tide by Doug Anderson

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Low Tide by Doug Anderson July 7 - September 2, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents Low Tide by Doug Anderson in the Orlaske Gallery. Everyone is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, July 7 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display July 7 - September 2. Free

Opening Reception for Now More Than Ever by Nathan Prouty

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Now More Than Ever by Nathan Prouty July 7 - September 2, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents Now More Than Ever by Nathan Prouty in the Main Gallery. Everyone is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, July 7 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display July 7 -

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Cross-Section: Paintings by Don Gray

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

May 5 - July 1, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents Cross-Section: Paintings by Don Gray in the Orlaske Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, May 5 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display May 5 - July 1, 2023, with a closing reception on

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The Other Life by Jessica Plattner

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

May 5 - July 1, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents The Other Life by artist Jessica Plattner in the Main Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, May 5 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display May 5 - July 1, 2023, with a

Closing Reception: The Other Life by Jessica Plattner

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

May 5 – July 1, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents The Other Life by artist Jessica Plattner in the Main Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, May 5 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display May 5 – July 1, 2023, with a closing reception

Closing Reception for Cross-Section: Paintings by Don Gray

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

May 5 – July 1, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents Cross-Section: Paintings by Don Gray in the Orlaske Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, May 5 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display May 5 – July 1, 2023, with a closing reception on Friday,

Opening Reception for Cross-Section: Paintings by Don Gray

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

May 5 - July 1, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents Cross-Section: Paintings by Don Gray in the Orlaske Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, May 5 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display May 5 - July 1, 2023, with a closing reception

Opening Reception: The Other Life by Jessica Plattner

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

May 5 - July 1, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents The Other Life by artist Jessica Plattner in the Main Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, May 5 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display May 5 - July 1, 2023, with a

“In the Midst” Annual EOU Junior Exhibition

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

April 7 - April 29, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East (ACE) is pleased to announce the opening of the Annual EOU Junior Exhibition, In the Midst showcasing artwork by Eastern Oregon University junior art majors and minors. Students will present current work in their debut exhibition in ACE’s Orlaske Gallery. The community is invited

Opening Reception: “In the Midst” Annual EOU Junior Exhibition

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

April 7 - April 29, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East (ACE) is pleased to announce the opening of the Annual EOU Junior Exhibition, In the Midst showcasing artwork by Eastern Oregon University junior art majors and minors. Students will present current work in their debut exhibition in ACE’s Orlaske Gallery. The community is invited

Sunrise to the Milky Way by Teresa Stearns Uriarte

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

March 31 - April 29, 2023 Free Admission Sunrise to the Milky Way by Teresa Stearns Uriarte, fine art photographer from Baker City, opens in the Main Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, March 31 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. ACE galleries are open to the public and

Opening Reception & Artist Talk: Sunrise to the Milky Way by Teresa Stearns Uriarte

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Sunrise to the Milky Way by Teresa Stearns Uriarte March 31 - April 29, 2023 Free Admission Sunrise to the Milky Way by Teresa Stearns Uriarte, fine art photographer from Baker City, opens in the Main Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, March 31 from 6:00 – 8:00

Closing Reception: Inside, Outside, Inbetween by Dawn Norman

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

February 3 – March 25, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents Inside, Outside, Inbetween by fiber and mixed media artist Dawn Norman in the Main Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, February 3 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display February 3 – March 25, 2023,

Closing Reception for Living Rural: Poetry in Fiber 7th Annual Fiber Arts & Jewelry Exhibit

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Living Rural: Poetry in Fiber 7th Annual Fiber Arts and Jewelry Exhibit February 3 – March 25, 2023 Free Admission   Art Center East presents Living Rural: Poetry in Fiber, ACE’s 7th Annual Fiber Arts and Jewelry Exhibit. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception Friday, February 3 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. The

Poetry Reading: Anis Mojgani (Oregon Poet Laureate)

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

March 17, 2023 Poetry Reading at 7:00 pm Art Center East Anis Mojgani, Oregon Poet Laureate will present a poetry reading at Art Center East on Friday, March 17, 2023, at 7:00 pm. Mojgani is a spoken word poet, visual artist, and musician whose performance at ACE coincides with ACE's annual fiber arts and jewelry

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Living Rural: Poetry in Fiber 7th Annual Fiber Arts and Jewelry Exhibit

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Living Rural: Poetry in Fiber 7th Annual Fiber Arts and Jewelry Exhibit February 3 - March 25, 2023 Free Admission   Art Center East presents Living Rural: Poetry in Fiber, ACE’s 7th Annual Fiber Arts and Jewelry Exhibit. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception Friday, February 3 from 6:00 - 8:00

Inside, Outside, In-between by Dawn Norman

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

February 3 - March 25, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents Inside, Outside, In-between by fiber and mixed media artist Dawn Norman in the Main Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, February 3 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display February 3 - March

Opening Reception: Living Rural: Poetry in Fiber – 7th Annual Fiber Arts and Jewelry Exhibit

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

February 3 - March 25, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents Living Rural: Poetry in Fiber, ACE’s 7th Annual Fiber Arts and Jewelry Exhibit. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception Friday, February 3 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The artists selected a poem or poems (published or unpublished) of their

Opening Reception: Inside, Outside, In-between by Dawn Norman

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

February 3 - March 25, 2023 Free Admission Art Center East presents Inside, Outside, In-between by fiber and mixed media artist Dawn Norman in the Main Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, February 3 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The exhibit is on display February 3 - March

The Big: Art Center East’s Annual Open Exhibit

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

December 2, 2022 - January 28, 2023 Free Admission The Big: Art Center East’s Annual Open Exhibit is featured in ACE’s Main and Orlaske Galleries. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception and awards ceremony on Friday, December 2 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The exhibit fills both galleries with works by

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Sip & Shop Saturdays

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

NEW! Join us in the ACE Galleries during December for Sip & Shop Saturdays! Shoppers can enjoy one complimentary beverage while fulfilling their holiday wish lists!

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Artisan Pop-up: Teahouse Bakery

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Teahouse Bakery Sarah West, owner and baker December 2 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm December 17 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Free Admission Teahouse is a one-woman cottage bakery in Cove, Oregon, that makes naturally leavened breads, cookies, pastries, and desserts for direct sale. Sarah celebrates whole grain flours in all of her bakes

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Artisan Pop-Up: Essential Spirit Jewelry

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Essential Spirit Jewelry Crystal Collier, owner and artist December 2 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm December 3 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Free Admission Essential Spirit Jewelry creates large, bold, stand-out pieces as well as everyday wear pieces in high-quality, semi-precious gemstones and precious metals. Crystal enjoys exploring macro and nature photography and large

Opening Reception: The Big Annual Open Exhibit

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

The Big: Art Center East’s Annual Open Exhibit Opening Reception! December 2, 2022 6:00 - 8:00 pm Free Admission The Big: Art Center East’s Annual Open Exhibit is featured in ACE’s Main and Orlaske Galleries. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception and awards ceremony on Friday, December 2 from 6:00 -

#GivingTuesday

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

GivingTuesday is an international event that begins after Thanksgiving to help serve non-profits. End of year giving and holiday generosity spills into this event helping raise money for life-changing programs in differing communities. Learn more about #GivingTuesday at https://artcentereast.org/givingtuesday/

VIP Shopping Hour: Handmade Holidays Makers Market

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

NEW! Want to participate in a brand-new Handmade Holiday Makers Market shopping experience? Become a Handmade Holidays Makers Market VIP Shopper! ACE will open our doors Friday, November 18 from 3:00 - 4:00 pm for HHMM VIP shoppers only. Beat the crowds and be among the first to browse the booths for your holiday purchases!

Annual Galleries Fundraiser

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

We are currently planning for our annual Galleries Fundraiser and invite our community to join us this year as we collaborate with the Wallowa Avalanche Center in raising funds for avalanche prevention and the Art Center East Galleries. Upon his death in 2020, Craig Canoy left his art collection to ACE for the purposes of

Artist Talk – Jen Hernandez

Virtual OR, United States

JOIN US! October 29 from 2:00 – 3:00 pm – Artist Talk   Zoom link: https://eou.zoom.us/j/94347805664 Join us for a Virtual Artist Talk with Jen Hernandez. Hernandez is an artist and educator based in Corvallis, Oregon. Her artwork is inspired by the natural environment, people, and stories of the Pacific Northwest, with special attention to diversity in

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Community Gathering and Opening Reception

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Visit the ACE Main Gallery to view the Youth Art Exhibit and contribute to the community ofrenda. Learn about the history of Día de los Muertos and honor your loved ones who have passed away. The exhibit and ofrenda are on display through November 12.

Artist Talk – Katie Harris Murphy & Mary Harris

Virtual OR, United States

JOIN US! October 26 from 6:30 - 7:30 pm - Artist Talk   Zoom link: https://eou.zoom.us/j/92311166606 Join us for a Virtual Artist Talk with Pendleton artists, Katie Harris Murphy and Mary Harris. These creatives make traditional regalia, and you can view their work via the links below.   Take part in this artist talk to

Monthly Meet-Up: Fiber Arts & Jewelry (Age 18+)

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

October 15 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Once a month, join your fellow fiber and jewelry artists at Art Center East to brainstorm ideas, have an open discussion, or work on your creations for ACE’s upcoming 7th Annual Fiber Arts & Jewelry Exhibit Living Rural: Poetry in Fiber (February 3 - March 25, 2023).

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Community African Drumming (Age 12+)

Loso Hall EOU Campus - Rm 126, La Grande, United States

September 27 - December 6: Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 pm CLASS IS FULL Join this fun group and explore the drumming rhythms of traditional West African music! 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. All skill levels

Grande Ronde Watershed Public Lands Day

Bird Track Springs - Wallowa Whitman National Forest Event Location:  5501 Ukiah-Hilgard Hwy La Grande, OR 97850 5501 Ukiah-Hilgard Hwy, La Grande, OR, United States

In the spirit of celebrating and supporting the gifts of our watershed, the Grande Ronde Model Watershed and Wallowa Whitman National Forest are hosting the Grande Ronde Watershed Public Lands Day at Bird Track Springs Restoration Site along the Grande Ronde River. To participate, please RSVP by clicking on this link and filling out the form.   The public is invited to engage in hands-on

Pop-up Storytelling about Home to Benefit Town of Wallowa

The Local 1508 Adams Ave, La Grande, United States

Join community members for an evening of stories related to the theme of “home”! Art Center East is hosting a pop-up community conversation on Saturday, Sept. 17, at 7 PM at The Local, 1508 Adams Ave. This event is free with donations encouraged.  Light refreshments, including ice cream and beer, will be available for purchase.

Opening Reception: “AVIAN NEIGHBORS” BY HIROKO CANNON

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

September 9 – October 22, 2022 Free Admission Art Center East is excited to present Avian Neighbors in ACE’s Main and Orlaske Galleries. The exhibit features original paintings of flora and fauna by Pendleton-based watercolorist Hiroko Cannon. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, September 9, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Avian Neighbors will

Closing Reception: Tideline to Alpine by Nicole Freshley

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

A closing reception for Tideline to Alpine will take place Friday, September 2, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. All are welcome at this free event. Raffle tickets will be available through the exhibit’s closing reception and proceeds benefit the ACE Gallery Program. The raffle winner will be announced Saturday, September 3. Find out more about this exhibit

Cove Cherry Fair

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Join Art Center East at the annual Cove Cherry Fair where we’ll have a youth activity celebrating the beauty of summer in Northeast Oregon. The family-friendly fair includes a fun run/walk, parade, vendors, live local music, and good food.

Artist Talk: Nicole Freshely

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Art Center East (ACE) invites community members to view Tideline to Alpine, an exhibit showcasing the work of Wallowa County artist Nicole Freshley, in ACE’s Main Gallery. The public is also invited to a free opening reception on Friday, July 8, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm and an artist talk by Freshley at 6:30 pm. Raffle tickets for

Opening Reception: “Sue Orlaske Retrospective”

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Art Center East (ACE) is pleased to announce the opening of Sue Orlaske Retrospective, an exhibit to honor the late Sue Orlaske, longtime studio artist and Union County community member, in ACE’s Orlaske Gallery. The public is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, July 8, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Sue Orlaske

Opening Reception “Tideline to Alpine” by Nicole Freshley

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

 Art Center East (ACE) invites community members to view Tideline to Alpine, an exhibit showcasing the work of Wallowa County artist Nicole Freshley, in ACE’s Main Gallery. The public is also invited to a free opening reception on Friday, July 8, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm and an artist talk by Freshley at 6:30 pm.

First Thursday with the Union County Chamber of Commerce

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Sip, Shop, Repeat, Local Art Center East (ACE) will be joining the Union County Chamber of Commerce in and other local businesses for the first Thursday celebration on July 7. ACE will be providing First Thursday perks during business hours from 12:00 - 5:00 pm. Stop by the Union County Chamber of Commerce to pick-up

Closing Exhibit: New Works by Trevor and Jennifer Durr

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

New Works by Trevor and Jennifer Durr May 6 - July 2, 2022 Free Admission Art Center East (ACE) is pleased to showcase New Works by Trevor and Jennifer Durr. The exhibition features mixed media works by the local artists. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, May 6, from

Artist Talk by Nancy Coffelt

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Wild and Whimsical, an exhibit by Baker City artist Nancy Coffelt, continues in Art Center East’s Orlaske Gallery through July 2, 2022. The community is invited to attend a free closing reception with complimentary refreshments on First Friday, July 1, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. An artist talk by Nancy Coffelt will start at 6:30 pm.  Coffelt is known for her

Wild & Whimsical by Nancy Coffelt: Closing Reception

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Wild and Whimsical, an exhibit by Baker City artist Nancy Coffelt, continues in Art Center East’s Orlaske Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free closing reception with complimentary refreshments on First Friday, July 1, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm -- an artist talk by Nancy Coffelt will start at 6:30 pm. Raffle tickets for an

Layers by Jennifer and Trevor Durr: Closing Reception

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Layers, an exhibit featuring ceramic sculptures and mixed media paintings by local artists Trevor Durr and Jennifer Durr, continues in Art Center East’s Main Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free closing reception with complimentary refreshments on First Friday, July 1, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Raffle tickets for an original painting by Jennifer Durr,

5K Art Fun Run & Cycle

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Summer is right around the corner, and Art Center East's (ACE) is bringing back the annual 5k Art Fun Run June 25, 2022 beginning at 8:30am. This year, the 5k will include both a pedestrian and a cycling route. Both loops will begin and end at Art Center East (1006 Penn Ave. La Grande, OR

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Art at the La Grande Farmers Market

La Grande Farmers Market 2006 4th St, La Grande, OR, United States

Make art with us at the La Grande Farmers Market! We’ll have art activities appropriate for kids and adults alike.

Grande Ronde Community Choir Concert

McKenzie Theater - Loso Hall, EOU One University Blvd, La Grande, , OR, United States

Spring Concert in McKenzie Theatre in Loso Hall on the EOU campus in La Grande. GRCC concerts are free; donations are always welcome. Three or more GRCC concerts are scheduled each year. Annual performances include Choirs of the Valley Concert, EOU’s Holiday Music Festival, March Choral Concert and periodic concerts presented in conjunction with the EOU

Artist Talk: Peter Clark

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Featured blacksmith Peter Clark said, "​this could be the single most important show of contemporary blacksmithing work ever assembled. It is truly an international exhibit showing diverse and inventive ways to work within the constraints of a single starting point​:​ one​ ​piece ​of​ steel ​(​3/4" square by 6" long​)​.​ Not to be missed!​" ​An ​Art

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EOU Arts Fest

EOU 1 University Blvd, La Grande

May 21 | 12:00 - 6:00 pm ACE at EOU Arts Festival  Join ACE and other arts organizations for a celebration of the visual and performing arts with EOU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at the Gilbert Center/Gilbert Plaza. The ACE booth will have Take & Make Art Kits, a youth craft activity,

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#150mmChallenge

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

​An ​Art Center East Pop-up Exhibit, 150mm Challenge, will be on displa​y​ May 13 - May 28, 2022​.​ Explore a celebration of process, material, and innovation in forged metal. Art Center East’s Orlaske Gallery hosts a selection of works by amateur and professional blacksmiths from around the world. Local blacksmith Peter Clark will give an

Opening Reception: Wild & Whimsical by Nancy Coffelt

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Art Center East (ACE) is pleased to announce the opening of Wild and Whimsical, an exhibit showcasing the work of Baker City artist Nancy Coffelt, in ACE’s Orlaske Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception with complimentary refreshments on Friday, May 6, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Raffle tickets for an

Opening Reception: Layers by Trevor and Jennifer Durr

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

New Works by Trevor and Jennifer Durr May 6 - July 2, 2022 Free Admission Art Center East (ACE) is excited to announce the opening of Layers, an exhibit featuring the work of local artists Trevor Durr and Jennifer Durr, in ACE’s Main Gallery. The community is invited to attend a free opening reception with

Paint a Pint at Side A Brewing’s 5 year Anniversary Block Party

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Visit Art Center East’s vendor booth anytime between 3:00 - 8:00 pm at Side A Brewing's 5th Anniversary Block Party on April 30. Find out about ACE classes, exhibits, and membership and….take the opportunity to ”Paint A Pint”! Express your creativity and learn about glass painting while making your own one-of-a-kind painted pint glass to

$15.00 – $25.00

Setting the Table: Community Storytelling about Food at HQ (112 Depot St.)

HQ 112 Depot St., La Grande

Join community members for an evening of stories about food! Art Center East is hosting “Setting the Table: a community conversation about food as identity, scarcity, beauty, business, and healing” on Tuesday, April 26, at 6 PM at HQ, 112 Depot St. The event is free with donations encouraged. Zoom access will also be available. 

Slow Art Day

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Art Center East has joined other galleries and museums across the country to partake in Slow Art Day!   Show up on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at ACE during open hours and look slowly - 5-10 minutes - at each piece of pre-assigned art.   Slow Art Day is a global event (more than 1,500

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Discover After School Educational Exhibit

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Discover After School Educational Exhibit April 1 - April 30, 2022 Free Admission Art Center East (ACE) is excited to present the Discover After School Educational Exhibit. Discover After School (DAS) is an ACE after-school program that was inspired by the Qapqápnim Wéele / Grande Ronde Community Science Project. The program uses art, storytelling, journaling,

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Annual EOU Junior Exhibition

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Annual EOU Junior Exhibition April 1 - April 30, 2022 Free Admission Art Center East (ACE) is pleased to announce the opening of the Annual EOU Junior Exhibition showcasing artwork by Eastern Oregon University junior art majors and minors. Students will present current work in their debut exhibition in ACE’s Main Gallery. The community is

Opening Exhibit: Discover After School Educational Exhibit

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Discover After School Educational Exhibit April 1 - April 30, 2022 Free Admission Art Center East (ACE) is excited to present the Discover After School Educational Exhibit. Discover After School (DAS) is an ACE after-school program that was inspired by the Qapqápnim Wéele / Grande Ronde Community Science Project. The program uses art, storytelling, journaling,

Opening Reception: Annual EOU Junior Exhibition

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Annual EOU Junior Exhibition April 1 - April 30, 2022 Free Admission Art Center East (ACE) is pleased to announce the opening of the Annual EOU Junior Exhibition showcasing artwork by Eastern Oregon University junior art majors and minors. Students will present current work in their debut exhibition in ACE’s Main Gallery. The community is

Grande Ronde Community Choir (Age 14+)

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Grande Ronde Community Choir (Age 14+) Spring Term: Thursdays beginning March 31 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm Concert date: TBA Come and sing in spring! Art Center East is excited to announce that Grande Ronde Community Choir is restarting after a two-year hiatus. The group, which was founded in 1992, is a mixed-voice choral ensemble

Closing Reception: Tiny Fruits by Sarah Bird

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Tiny Fruits by Sarah Bird February 4 - March 26, 2022 Free Admission Art Center East is pleased to announce the opening of Tiny Fruits. This exhibit of works by Sarah Bird will showcase two forms of still life oil paintings: traditional altar-esque arrangements of natural objects on cloth and nontraditional landscape compositions of plants,

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Big Read Art Day

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Big Read event for K-12 youth. Art activities inspired by the companion books, Write to Me and So Far From the Sea featured in La Grande School libraries.

Little Pinecones Book Club: The Big Read-Themed!

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Join Meghan in the galleries for storytime! Students will then gather in Studio A to do an art-making activity related to the story we just read. Kids will leave with new friendships, art skills, and new favorite books!

Free
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Big Read Kickoff with Author Sandra Cisneros

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Live online at the Fishtrap website Fishtrap hosts a live online interview with NEA/Fishtrap 2022 Big Read author of The House on Mango Street, Sandra Cisneros, from her home in

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6th Annual Fiber Arts & Jewelry Exhibit

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

This annual exhibit creates a platform for the underrepresented branch of visual arts and to showcase local fiber and jewelry artists. The 2022 exhibit theme is "Fiber Focused on Color”. 

Opening Reception: Tiny Fruits by Sarah Bird

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Tiny Fruits by Sarah Bird February 4 - March 26, 2022 Free Admission Art Center East is pleased to announce the opening of Tiny Fruits. This exhibit of works by

Little Pinecones Book Club

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Join Maggie in the galleries for storytime! Students will then gather in Studio A to do an art-making activity related to the story we just read. Kids will leave with new friendships, art skills, and new favorite books!

Free

Tea in the Gallery

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Free tea tasting by Teahouse Bakery in the Art Center East galleries with a selection of pastries, bread, and giftable items for purchase.

Carols & Cocoa

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Art Center East & Jamie Jacobson invite you to our socially distanced community caroling event! We will gather at Art Center East and then head out together to carol among the streets of La Grande

ACE Writing Project with Lindsey Martin-Bowen

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

The ACE Writing Project hosts monthly author readings. Enjoy an evening of literary arts and learn about the talent hiding in our backyard! This month's reader is Lindsey Martin-Bowen

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Little Pinecones Book Club

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Join Maggie in the galleries for storytime! Students will then gather in Studio A to do an art-making activity related to the story we just read. Kids will leave with new friendships, art skills, and new favorite books!

Free

Tea in the Gallery

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Free tea tasting by Teahouse Bakery in the Art Center East galleries with a selection of pastries, bread, and giftable items for purchase.

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Tea in the Gallery

Art Center East 1006 Penn Ave, La Grande, OR, United States

Free tea tasting by Teahouse Bakery in the Art Center East galleries with a selection of pastries, bread, and giftable items for purchase.

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If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please reach out and let us know. Thank you for your ongoing support.

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.

HOURS

Monday - Friday: 10AM - 4PM
Saturday: Noon - 4PM

Wednesday-Friday:  12:00pm - 5:00pm
Saturday:  10:00am - 2:00pm

1006 Penn Ave., La Grande, OR 97850
PO Box 541, La Grande, OR 97850

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541-624-2800 

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