• BSO presents special ensemble concert
• Reclaim/Reclama: Joyful Resistance
• Voices of a Generation opening reception
• ISing Choir presents: Out of the Americas
• April at the Reser
• Beaverton Community Band performs at the Farmers Market 
• Village Gallery of Arts April news

BSO presents special ensemble concert

Sunday April 13, 3 pm, Village Church, 330 SW Murray Blvd., purchase tickets here

Join the Beaverton Symphony Orchestra for a delightful afternoon of music performed by small ensembles of the orchestra and invited community musicians.

Reclaim/Reclama: Joyful Resistance

Wednesday, April 9, 5:30-8 pm, Jackson Bottom Wetlands Nature Center, 2600 Southwest Hillsboro Highway. Get your free tickets here 

The Sexual Assault Resource Center of Oregon (SARC) invites you to join us for the second annual Reclaim/Reclama LIVE, that showcases powerful performances and presentations across diverse art forms by individuals impacted by sexual violence. From spoken word and music to short film, dance, comedy, and beyond, the event amplifies survivor voices through creative expression. A Survivor Speaker panel will also be featured, offering a space for shared experiences and resilience.

This year’s theme is Joyful Resistance. As people impacted by sexual violence, we embrace the power of joy as an act of resistance. We resist apathy, defeat, and the theft of our bodily autonomy and futures. Together, we joyfully reclaim community, resilience, solidarity, and healing. We choose connection and hope and defy shame, silence, and isolation. By resisting toxic societal norms, we support a collective future where everyone is free to pursue the joy that gives their life meaning. Reclaim/Reclama is dedicated to empowering survivors, amplifying marginalized voices, and fostering healing through art and advocacy.

Guests are encouraged to arrive at 5:30 pm to enjoy the Art Walk highlighting the 2025 Reclaim/Reclama magazine artists and the Voices of Hope Art Gallery, sponsored by the Family Justice Center of Washington County. We look forward to bringing together members of our community to uplift the voices of survivors through art.

Voices of a Generation opening reception

Friday, April 4, 5-9 pm, Grey Raven Gallery, 12695 SW Crescent St., Unit 150, free. Show runs April 1-26

This April, Grey Raven Gallery is proud to feature the works of over 20 local young and emerging artists from the Pacific Northwest. At the opening reception, enjoy our curated show alongside live music by young musicians and light fare. All are welcome to attend, from artists to art enthusiasts. We would love to see some familiar faces from Cedar Mill stop by.

All work is for sale, and profits will be split 50/50 between the artist and Grey Raven Gallery. The gallery’s share goes towards Golden Road Arts, an Oregon nonprofit organization that provides free art education to children, parents, and educators. Grey Raven Gallery exists to both support local artists and fund Golden Road Arts. When you purchase a piece of art from our gallery, you’re directly supporting the next generation of artists. Art is transformative—the young artists of today are the ones who will set the stage for tomorrow’s cultural and aesthetic landscape. 

ISing Choir presents: Out of the Americas

Friday, May 2, 7:30 pm, Saturday, May 3, 7:30 pm, and Sunday, May 4, 3 pm, Cedar Hills United Church of Christ, 11695 SW Park Way, $14, purchase tickets here. Donations for our selected nonprofit beneficiary will be accepted at the concert as well

In anticipation of their upcoming tour to Spain, ISing Choir, under the direction of Stephen Galván, will present a colorful program featuring music from the Americas. The concert will begin with a fiery Brazilian rendition of Psalm 150 by Ernani Aguiar followed by “O sacrum Convivium” by Antonio de Salazar. A number of works from composers of The Americas will be featured including “The Conversion of Saul” by Randall Stroope; the heartrending “Even When He is Silent” by Kim André Arnesen; Christopher Tin’s “Wild Swans,” and the tango “Noche de Lluvia.” A vibrant arrangement of Hispanic folk song “La Llorona” will be heard along with Pacific Northwest composer Morten Lauridsen’s “Sure on this Shining Night,” a choral gem filled with beauty and wonder. International concert pianist Yvonne Yang will accompany the ISing Choir.

April at the Reser

Various dates and times, 12625 SW Crescent St., free and ticketed, event details on the website. 

Some of the events include: Friday, April 4, Opening Reception & UN (Belonging) Live Performance; Wednesday, April 9, Artist Talk: Yoonhee Choi & Yuji Hiratsuka; and Saturday, April 19, Artist Talk & Demo: Sandra Honda & Tien-chu Loh

Beaverton Community Band performs at the Farmers Market 

Sunday, May 3, 8:30 am-1:30 pm, Beaverton Farmers Market, 12375 SW 5th St, Beaverton

Enjoy the band’s lively music. Visit their website for more information.

Village Gallery of Arts April news

Visit the VGA website for late-breaking classes and events! 

ArtChat and Spring Awards Show!

Saturday, April 13, 3-5 pm, 1060 NW Saltzman Rd. (next to the Cedar Mill Library)

We are pleased to announce that our Juror, Yong Hong Zhong, will award First, Second, Third Prize, and three Honorable Mentions at ArtChat. Come see the winning artwork and learn more about Yong Hong Zhong and his impressive art career.

3D Featured Artist: Eileen Millsap, glass artist: 

“Art in many forms has surrounded me my entire life. In 2024 I moved to the coast with my husband and 2 dogs. I have discovered new inspiration from the dark roiling tides of the winter to the sunny deep blue water of summer. I work with large glass sheets of many colors and textures. My work is largely functional consisting of bowls, plates, and other useful shapes. With the smaller pieces of glass, I design and make jewelry.”

Big and Bold: Ayshwarya Subramanian

“Abstract Leaves Wilderness,” acrylic, 18″x 24″.

Community Arts Program (CAP) presentation: “Teaching Online Via Zoom” with Yong Hong Zhong

Wednesday, April 16, 6:30 pm, The Opal, 12691 NW Dogwood St. free. Space is limited, RSVP required

Yong will share his experience teaching online art classes via Zoom, focusing on equipment/setup and student interaction/file sharing. Q&A session will follow. All are welcome, RSVP required to: dunhamsw@frontier.com.

Seeking entries for Art Dollars for Scholars

Enter now through May 3. Deliver finished art April 30-May 4. Show opens and runs May 6-June 1 

Community show and sale is open to all! Enter and pick up panels by May 3, or while supplies last! Adult entry fee is $15 for each 10″x 10″ wood panel; 18 years old and younger get a free 6″x 6″ stretched canvas. Youth preferring a wood panel may purchase one. Proceeds help support our ongoing art student scholarship program. Full details on the website.

All Ages 

“Clay Sunday” Open Studio with Rose Rutherford-Ha

First Sunday of each month (April 6, May 4): 1-3 pm, $20/hr, $10 supply fee, max 12 students

Come and get your hands dirty! Clay and all supplies provided. Ongoing drop-in ceramics workshop. Instructor available for questions and assistance. No pressure environment for all ages.

Children’s Classes 

Thursdays in April, 3:45-5:15 pm, $80, max 8 students, ages 7-11 yrs 

A team of our experienced rotating VGA instructors provide a chance to explore different media and approaches while building the children’s artistic concepts and skills. All supplies included. April featured projects: 6″x 6″ paintings for the Dollars for Scholars project, Wind Chimes, and Fairy Mushrooms.

Youth Classes

Design-A-Critter Workshop with Diane Ramic

Sundays, April 13, 12-1:30 pm or April 27, 10-11:30 am. Class is one session, each session is $30, max 8 students, ages 9-16. Registration deadline is one day before class starts

Make weird critters and exercise creature design skills while playing a dice randomizer game! All supplies provided. No prerequisites necessary.

Adult Classes 

Intro to Watercolor Painting with Susan Pfahl

Wednesdays, April 2, 9, 16, and 23, 7-9:30 pm, $120 members, $140 non-members. Beginner level, no prerequisites necessary

Each class we experiment with how paint, paper and water react together, then paint simple subjects using our experiments. Masterpieces are unlikely, but skills will increase. Returning students are welcome to repeat this class. New projects and techniques presented in each subsequent series of this class.

Acrylic Painting 101: Mastering the Basics with Rachel Gering

Thursdays in April, 10:15 am-12:15 pm, $180 member, $200 non-member, max 8 students

Dive into the world of acrylic painting in this beginner-friendly, four-session course. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or looking to refine your foundational skills, this class will guide you through the essentials of acrylic techniques: drying times, blending, layering, and your unique style. By the end you’ll have completed several studies and a final piece you can be proud of.

Italic Calligraphy with Susan Pfahl

Fridays, April 4, 11, 18, 1-3 pm, $70 member, $85 non-member, max 6 students

Write your thoughts beautifully! This is an introductory class which covers how to create letter forms in the Italic script. The goal of this class is to give you the basics so you can practice and perfect your calligraphy on your own outside of class. If you have never held a calligraphy pen, or if you are looking for a refresher, this is an excellent opportunity to hone your skills. The left-handed are also welcome.

Illuminated Letter Class with Susan Pfahl

Sunday, April 27, 1-3:30 pm, max 8 students, free. Registration necessary to reserve your spot! Last day to register is Saturday April 26 by 5 pm

Students will create their own illuminated letter, or use a pre-drawn letter from the instructor. These letters can be decorated with gold or silver paint and other colors to create a small work of art. Supplies furnished by the instructor. When you register for this class, please advise which letter you would like to do.

Woodland Animals Acrylic Painting with Jeannine Bamberg

Saturday, May 3, 10 am-12:30 pm. $40, max 8 students, ages teen to adult

This project features a woodland animal silhouette among a grove of birch trees. Come discover an easy technique for creating the background and birch trees and then reveal your woodland animal.

Our 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.