A couple of off-general-art-schedule events to note that might be of interest to you, loyal reader. Both are local, sustainable and organic. Consume with worry-free abandon.


Patrick Stearns: “Portland Under Construction - Photographs from the Tunnel, Tram and Grid Projects” opens Sunday at The Art Gym. The exhibition of black and white photographs chronicles the construction boom in Portland over the past 10 years.

The Art Gym • Marylhurst University
17600 Pacific Hwy (Hwy 43)
503.699.6243
Tues-Sun • 12-4 p
Preview Sunday, January 7 • 3-5p


The Regional Arts & Culture Council invites interested citizens to a public meeting to discuss the recently installed sculptures on NW 3rd and 4th Avenues in Old Town Chinatown. (A Chinese interpreter will be available.)

Monday, January 8th • 7 pm
Legin Restaurant
8001 SE Division St.
call 503.823.5111 for more information