The Chehalem Cultural Center hosts a wide variety of public events throughout the year. From free, family festivals to ticketed events, we bring dynamic performers, musicians, speakers, historians, educators and facilitators to enrich our community.
Please click these links to find out more about Artist Receptions, Art Education Classes, and how to Rent CCC Space to host your own event.
Art & Culture Book Club
Youth and their families are invited to join us for an Art & Culture Book Club in partnership with the Newberg Public Library! This month, we are reading "Tumble" by Celia C. Pérez. You can either purchase the book yourself or register to receive a free book while supplies last.
This free program will take place on Saturday, April 20 and kick-off with a book discussion at 2pm at the Chehalem Cultural Center, then move across the street to the Newberg Public Library for a drop-in art activity from 3pm - 5pm to make your own luchador mask!
Community Latin Night
March 20, April 11, May 16, June 13
Lesson at 7:30pm, Dancing from 8pm - 10pm
Pre-sale $15 | At the door $20
Immerse yourself in a celebration of Latin culture and celebrate the rhythms of South America!
Originating in Puerto Rico and Cuba, our modern perception of salsa dancing developed in 1970's New York, when several Latin cultures added their own influence to the dance. In doing so they created a "salsa". A little inspiration from each place, combined to make this beautiful dance. Come learn a bit more about this dance, take a lesson for yourself, and enjoy Latin American food and drinks. It will be an evening to remember. Salud!
Street Tacos and Wine/Drinks for sale by Caballero's Catering
Beginners welcome - no partner needed!
Spring Concert Series
Have a fun evening out pre-planned for you this spring with our Spring Concert Series featuring performances by world-class musicians!
MARCH 8 | Stumptown Swing — Swing Dance
APRIL 12 | Chelsea Janzen Williams & Leigh Brown — Vocal Jazz & Harp.
MAY 10 | Seffarine — Blend of Spanish Flamenco & Arab Andalusian.
Vaudeville Circus
March 15 & 16 | Doors Open 6:30pm, Show Starts at 7pm
Join us in the Black Box Theater for a hilarious, family-friendly show with acts that can include magic, juggling, skits, singing, and more!
Also , learn how you can audition to be part of this show on February 13!
Oregon Camellia Society Bloom Show
*This is not a CCC produced event - please contact the organizer directly with any questions.
Continuing the tradition, the Oregon Camellia Society will host its 83rd Annual Camellia Bloom Show from 10am - 4pm in the Parrish Gallery at the Chehalem Cultural Center. All are welcome to enter blooms from 8am - 11am, with judging taking place from 11am - 12pm.
Willamette Valley Lavender Festival
July 13th & 14th, 2024
A day of art, food, & all things lavender! Spend a leisurely day enjoying the plein air art show, juried art and craft booths, distinctive lavender products, and lavender in myriad forms while you feast on lavender-based cuisine and refreshment.
This regional celebration of lavender, art, food, and exceptionally-made crafts is a unique and festive event which brings local lavender growers and the community together. The public is invited to attend at no charge.
Paper Gardens 2024 Creative Writing Contest
*This is not a CCC produced event - please contact the organizer directly with any questions.
More information about the contest is available on their website. Please contact them directly with any questions.
Open for submissions Jan. 2, 2024
Entries due March 2, 2024
A SAMPLE OF PAST EVENTS
Yamhill County Dr. Martin Luther King Day Celebration
Monday, January 15, 2024 (cancelled)
Gather with the community at the 14th Annual Yamhill County Dr. Martin Luther King Day Celebration on Monday, January 15, 2024.
UP, UP, UP Crane Circus
The circus is coming to Newberg! We're excited to welcome Up, Up, Up, Inc and their Crane Circus Show to the CCC Forecourt on July 2nd at 6pm for this FREE event with a donation collection for the performers.
In this 1-hour long show, you’ll be razzled & dazzled by the music, strength, movement, and comedy of an all star cast of circus artists. This event is suitable for all-ages and mostly word-free. We’ll have limited seating available, but bringing along lawn chairs and blankets is encouraged!
Día de los Muertos Community Celebration
¡Este año estamos entusiasmados de ser anfitriones de una variedad de grupos que compartirán con nosotros la evolución de las celebraciones tradicionales y contemporáneas del Día de los Muertos! Todos son bienvenidos a unirse con nosotros para celebrar a través de la comida, la música, la danza y el arte el 1 de noviembre de 7pm en el Gran Salón de Baile del Centro Cultural Chehalem.
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This year we’re excited to host a variety of groups that will share with us the evolution of traditional and contemporary Dia de los Muertos traditions! All are welcome to join us to celebrate through food, music, dance, and art on November 1 from 7pm in the Chehalem Cultural Center Grand Ballroom.
Including You: A Conversation Series
You’re invited to the “Including You” Conversation Series at the Chehalem Cultural Center, in partnership with Providence Newberg, A-Dec, and George Fox University.
Each conversation features an Oregon artist who will share their creative work as an entry point to conversations about equity and community - encouraging us to join them in being curious, listening to understand, and building a collective community that works together toward greater inclusion in our town.