• Romeo and Juliet at Sunset High
• Art Market at the Reser
• Christmas with the Chorale!
• Join in the Hillsboro Holly Days Celebration
• Skyline Grange Artisans Holiday Arts Fair
• Big Horn Brass Holiday Concert
• Village Gallery of Arts November news

Romeo and Juliet at Sunset High

November 8, 9, 15 and 16, 7 pm in the Sunset Auditorium. Students & Seniors $10, Adults $12, purchase at the door or online

Sunset High School’s production of Romeo and Juliet is a fresh take on the classic show. The contemporary telling of this story is unlike anything you’ve ever seen, and you don’t want to miss it!

Art Market at the Reser

November 1-December 23, Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, 12625 SW Crescent Street

Looking for a thoughtful handmade gift this season? Shop local at The Curio, a collaboration between the Beaverton Arts Market and The Reser, that celebrates the creativity and diversity of regional Northwest artists and craftspeople. Whether looking for a gift or a unique work of art to adorn your home or office.

The Curio features a diverse collection of contemporary arts, crafts, and small reproductions, where everyone can find that special something for anyone on their list at this unique marketplace. Guests will be dazzled and surprised by the numerous paintings, drawings, photographs, ceramics, mixed-media designs, jewelry, glass, wood wares, wearable fiber arts, and more from over 50 artists. You will not want to miss out on this opportunity! 

These related events are free and open to the public 

• Friday, November 1, 6-9 pm, Opening Reception!
• Saturday, November 30, 12-9 pm, Shop Local Saturday.
• Friday, December 6, 6-9 pm, Mingle with the Muse

About the organizations:

Beaverton Arts Market (formerly Beaverton Arts Mix!), a program of the City of Beaverton, is a collection of art shows and a pop-up marketplace for regional artists and makers to showcase and sell their work. For more information, please visit the city of Beaverton arts program webpage

The mission of the Art Gallery at The Reser is to exhibit diverse and intentional works of art by regional Northwest artists and to support and celebrate a community which values, participates, and partners in the arts. For more information about The Reser gallery programs, please visit the Reser Art Gallery webpage. Other inquiries may be made via email at gallery@thereser.org.

Christmas with the Chorale!

Saturday, December 7, 4 pm, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 3228 SW Sunset Boulevard, and Sunday, December 8, 4 pm, St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 12405 SW Butner Road 

Join the Oregon Chorale for our annual holiday tradition. Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season with familiar carols, beautifully haunting choral repertoire, and festive sing-a-longs. You won’t want to miss this kick-off of our 40th season!

The Oregon Chorale warmly welcomes the Glencoe High School Concert Choir on Saturday at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church and the Liberty High School Concert Choir on Sunday at St. Andrew Lutheran Church. Visit our website for details and tickets.

Join in the Hillsboro Holly Days Celebration

Saturday, November 23, 2-7 pm, Hillsboro Civic Center, 150 E Main St.

Celebrate the season at the annual Hillsboro Holly Days Celebration and enjoy the bustling market, carolers, live music, and activities for all ages! The Oregon Chorale will take the stage for the tree lighting at 6 pm to lead you in a sing-a-long of your holiday favorites! Find more information on the Hillsboro website.

Skyline Grange Artisans Holiday Arts Fair

Saturday, November 23 and Sunday, November 24, 10 am-4pm, 11275 NW Skyline Blvd., free

The Skyline Grange Artisans are a group of local artists and crafts people who create one-of-a-kind items for your home and personal well-being. A wide variety of arts and crafts are represented, including: jewelry, accessories, pottery, glass, journals, home décor, paintings, woodworks, essential oils, fiber arts, yard art, handmade preserves, dog toys, quilts, and more. Please come to our annual Holiday Arts Fair where you will find the perfect handmade gift for family or friends!

Big Horn Brass Holiday Concert

Sunday, December 1, 3 pm, St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 10390 SW Canyon Road, free

A favorite holiday event for many community family calendars will return again this year! The renowned brass ensemble creates the perfect opportunity to hear some of the world’s greatest holiday and festive music. The St. Matthew Exaltation Handbells start at 3 pm with the Brass concert starting at 3:30 pm. The 16-member ensemble spreads its sparkling brass tones through an endearing mix of holiday favorites. From traditional carols to festive arrangements for brass, the concert will warm the hearts of young and old.

This year’s free concert is a gift to the community from the Erik Weswig Memorial Fund, Beaverton Arts Commission, and other supporters of holiday music. Erik was Senior at Sunset High School and enjoyed this concert as part of his family Christmas tradition. In his memory, a Memorial Fund was established to support local events that he enjoyed. Donations for future concerts will be gratefully accepted. For more information or to donate, please go to ErikWeswig.com.

Village Gallery of Arts November news

ArtChat and New 3D Members’ Show

Sunday, November 10, 3-5 pm

Come see new 3D art in tapestry, basketry, felting, ceramics, gourds, buttons, and more! Hear artists talk about their work and see the new show. Refreshments provided, all welcome.

Instructors needed!

Do you have skills to share or know someone who does? Village Gallery of Arts needs more teachers and more classes! A good instructor has passion for what they do, combined with people and organizational skills. If you or someone you know sounds like a good fit, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. We are currently also searching for an Educational Team Leader. Contact us at education@villagegalleryarts.org. Our instructors need not be members.

Free drop-in art activities for all

Saturdays, November and December, 1-3 pm, No registration needed, all ages, and materials provided

Make a Sculpey Ornament, Nov 30; Make Kirigami Trees, Dec 7, Make a Yarn Bird, Dec 14; Make a Snowflake, Dec 21. Projects take between 30 minutes and an hour. Gallery staff on hand for inspiration or assistance if needed.

Children’s Classes, VGA Instructional Team

Thursdays in November, 7, 14, 21, 3:45-5:15 pm, ages 7-11 yrs, max 8 students, $52.50

Join an exciting class learning a variety of art forms! A team of rotating instructors provides a chance to explore a variety of media and approaches while building artistic concepts and skills. All supplies included. Featured Projects: Pop-up Cards, Watercolor Resist, and more!

Adult Classes

Intermediate Watercolor Painting with Susan Pfahl

Saturdays, November 2, 9, 16, 23, 7-9:30 pm, max 8 students, $120 Members, $140 Non-members

Watercolor for those who have completed a beginning level class or have equivalent experience. Each class, we will work on building skill sets to improve our painting abilities. Returning students are welcome to repeat this course. New projects, topics, and techniques will be presented in each subsequent series of this class.

Introduction to Watercolor Painting with Susan Pfahl

Tuesdays, November 5, 12, 19, 26, 7-9:30 pm, max 8 students, $120 Members, $140 Non-members

Each class will experiment with how the paint and paper and water react together, then paint a simple subject incorporating this “experiment.” Masterpieces are unlikely, but skills will increase. No prerequisites needed. Returning students are welcome to repeat this course. New projects and techniques will be presented in each subsequent series of this class.

Jewelry Making with Unique Materials with Vicki Szukalla

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20, 6:30-9 pm, max 6 students, $95 plus materials fee, all materials/tools provided

Treat yourself and/or others to one-of-a-kind creations! You will walk away with as many as six (likely more) pieces depending on your speed and choice of materials—just in time for the holidays! Choose from earrings, necklaces, key rings, bracelets, etc. Techniques learned can include metal stamping, disc-cutting, beading, cold-connecting, bench grinding, and drill pressing.

Introduction to Book Folding with Jeannine Bamberg

Saturday, November 9, 10 am-12 pm, max 8 students, $25

Book folding is a perfect way to repurpose old hardback books that otherwise would be destined for recycling or the land fill. It’s the art of folding the pages within books to create 3D shapes. The heart is a relatively simple one but gives you a taste of book folding.

The VGA mission is to: ignite the joy of learning, creating, and appreciating art in our community. We support professional and emerging artists by providing high quality affordable art education to children and adults as well as providing venues for sharing their work. Village Gallery of Arts is a non-profit (501c3) organization, receives no taxpayer money, and is staffed entirely by member volunteers.