The Planets and Beyond!
Friday, January 23, 7 pm; and Sunday, January 25, 3 pm, Village Church, 330 SW Murray Blvd., suggested price $20, Pre-Concert Talk and Children Activities 30 minutes prior to start of concert
Blast off through the solar system as the Beaverton Symphony Orchestra performs Gustav Holst’s The Planets with vivid storytelling narrated by All Classical Radio’s Christa Wessel. The Planets…and Beyond! tells the story of humanity’s millennia-long fascination with our solar system’s wandering celestial bodies with thrilling music and never-before-seen dazzling projected imagery. It doesn’t end there! With pre-concert activities including an instrument petting zoo, storytime, sweet treats, and more, this concert event is the perfect family outing for music fans of all ages. Don’t forget to wear your favorite space-themed costume, too!
As part of the symphony’s continuing partnership with Beaverton School District, select high school students have been invited to play side-by-side with the orchestra for a portion of the concert, and—funded by BSO’s summer internship program—Portland State University music education students developed an elementary concert curriculum to guide area students through this performance.
As always, children are free to attend! But this season the Beaverton Symphony Orchestra is debuting a new pricing system: Pay What You Can! with a suggested ticket price of $20. The BSO wants to ensure that ticket price is not a barrier for anyone in the community to enjoy beautiful orchestral music. Marvel at the mystery of the solar system with the Beaverton Symphony Orchestra, Oregon Chorale, students of Beaverton and surrounding school districts for the family event of the year!
Paint Watercolor Trees With Confidence
Tuesday, January 13, 10:30-1:30, Leedy Grange Hall, 835 NW Saltzman Rd., $40
Join a lovely group of beginning and intermediate watercolor painters to learn how to paint realistic trees in your landscapes during a relaxed and fun class. This class will teach you the basics for painting any subject as we paint El Capitan.
Even if you haven’t painted since grade school, Jean Anderson will have you happily splashing paint in no time. She teaches fundamentals so you can paint anything, not just this one subject. Watercolor can be intimidating but Jean has over 20 years’ experience teaching the techniques needed to complete paintings you will be proud of. Jean can supply materials at an additional cost if necessary. To sign up text or call 503-649-9097 or send an email to j1947an@gmail,com. More information available at paintwithjean.com.
Oak Hills Squares Dance Lessons
Mondays, January 12, 19, or 26, 7-8 pm, Oak Hills Community Gym, 2400 NW 153rd Ave., $6 donation at the door; $5 for Oak Hills residents, free first class for new students
Caller Mark Wheeler, no partner or experience needed. Square Dancing is Fun! For questions or to RSVP contact [email protected].
Village Gallery of Arts January 2026
ArtChat
January 11, 3-5 pm, at the Gallery, 1060 NW Saltzman
Come see the new show, meet the artists, and talk about art while enjoying refreshments!
January Gallery Show
Featured Artist: April Xu: April is an oil painter whose figurative paintings grow out of quiet moments, shifting light, and subtle feelings that often go unnoticed. She invites viewers to sit with the unexpected as much as the everyday, and to find emotional resonance in ordinary scenes.
Big and Bold: Garineh Baghdasarian:”This painting was inspired by my appreciation for music and the musician friends and family that I am blessed to have in my life. During painting sessions, music helps me mentally and emotionally get into my creative zone.”
Alert! January 2026 Sale! Don’t miss our After-the-Holidays Sale when prices of holiday-themed items and other pieces will be reduced! Great opportunity for upcoming gift-giving in 2026! Sale runs January 6-31.
FREE Community Arts Program
Tuesday, January 13, 6:30-8:30 pm at The Opal, 12691 NW Dogwood St. across from the Cedar Mill Library, free, RSVP required
Back by popular demand, featuring David Hooten from PixelPoint Artistry Studio. This presentation covers the process he uses to capture a precision digital file via high resolution digital camera, discussing lighting, execution, and crafting a digital Master File. He will follow with tips and procedures artists can use to produce the highest quality images of their own work using their own camera or smart phone. The balance of time allocated will be Q&A. Open to all, RSVP required to Sharon Dunham at [email protected].
Children’s Classes (ages 7-11 yrs)
Thursdays, January 8, 15, 22, 29; 3:45-5:15 pm; $80 for 4 classes; max 8 students
Anyone can create art! Join the VGA Instructional Team for a focused series on developing your watercolor skills! Different techniques in each class, all for beginner and intermediate levels. Time to practice and finish paintings each class. Tube watercolors will be used; all materials provided. Questions: [email protected]
Adult Classes
Watercolor Mount Rainier, Paradise
Thursday, January 8, 12:30-3 pm, $25 member/$30 non-member, max 8 students
Enjoy painting your own version of Mt. Rainier covered in wildflowers! This beginner-friendly class walks you through each step, introducing fundamental watercolor techniques. All supplies provided. Instructor Beth Pansino.
Pastel Fundamentals
Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 18, 10 am-5 pm, with one-hr lunch break; $225 member/$245 non-member; max 8 students, Adult, or Youth with instructor’s permission
Been wanting to learn to paint with soft pastels? Join Gretha Lindwood for a two-day course with structured, easy to follow lessons. Work from your own photos while interpreting with your own artistic voice. Demonstrations and individual instruction will be given. Soft pastels only; not oil pastels.
Watercolor Columbia River Gorge Wildflowers
Thursday, January 22, 12:30-3 pm, $25 member/$30 non-member, max 8 students
This beginner-friendly class walks you through each step, introducing fundamental watercolor techniques. A relaxing and low-stakes way to enjoy yourself while creating something beautiful and learning new skills along the way! All supplies provided. Instructor Beth Pansino.
Exploring with Fluid Acrylics & Inks
Wednesdays in February, 10 am-3 pm, $240 member/$260 non-member, max 8 students, Intermediate level and up
A weekly five-hour class with Laura Leiman that explores in-depth use of fluid/liquid acrylics, fluorescent inks, gesso, and layering techniques using assorted materials. Includes weekly keynotes, demos, plenty of time to paint and receive feedback.
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 organization, receives no taxpayer money, and is staffed entirely by member volunteers. Subscribe to our Newsletter to receive monthly updates on shows, events and community activities. Artists are encouraged to learn more and join the gallery.
The Reser Presents 2025–26 Season
The Reser’s most ambitious season yet is here! The 2025–26 lineup is filled with globally inspired performances, groundbreaking world premieres, and the return of beloved favorites. Explore the season and get tickets here.
Stop Making Sense: A film by Jonathan Demme and Talking Heads
Thursday, January 15, 7:30 pm, The Reser, 12625 SW Crescent St., Beaverton, $25-$35
Newly restored in 4K to coincide with its 40th anniversary, the 1984 film was directed by renowned filmmaker Jonathan Demme and is considered by critics as the greatest concert film of all time. Starring Talking Heads band members David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison and Tina Weymouth (along with their incredible touring musicians), the live performance was shot at Hollywood’s Pantages Theater and features Talking Heads’ most memorable songs.
The live event will feature a public screening of the re-release hosted by co-star Jerry Harrison who will deliver introductory remarks, post screening comments and audience Q&A. More info and tickets here.
Live Wire With Luke Burbank!
Friday, January 23, 7:30, The Reser, $24.50-$54.50
Live Wire Radio is an independently produced radio show based in Portland. Hosted by Luke Burbank and announced by Elena Passarello, the show artfully blends unpredictable conversation, live music, and original comedy featuring all kinds of cultural talent and creative minds, from emerging artists to established acts. Live Wire champions discovery by producing engaging, spirited, and genuine live and listening experiences for a local and national audience. With guests Guy Branum, creator and host of truTV’s Talk Show The Game Show, a mashup pitting comedians and celebrities against each other, & Julian Brave Noisecat, a writer, Oscar-nominated filmmaker, champion powwow dancer, and student of Salish art and history. More info and tickets here.