• Sunset and Mountainside Combined Fall Choir Concert
• Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None with Experience Theater Project
• Bag & Baggage Presents: The Woman in Black
• Washington County Open Studios Tour
• Beaverton Symphony Open Season Concert
• The American Story Live: 250 Years of Becoming
• Art Exhibition: DREAMs Deferred
• 2026 Sunset Classic Marching Band Competition
• Square dance lessons with Oak Hill Squares
• Village Gallery of Arts

Sunset and Mountainside Combined Fall Choir Concert

Tuesday, October 13, 7 pm, Sunset High Auditorium (entrance near the west parking lot)

Free and open to the general public!

And Then There Were None

Friday-Sunday, October 2-18, 18850 Southwest Alexander Street, Aloha, tickets required

Join the Aloha Experience Theater Project for an immersive adaptation of the classic Agatha Christie mystery, And Then There Were None. The story takes place inside a remote seaside mansion after a violent storm strands ten guests and their hosts. You’ll find yourself sitting with the characters within the house itself. Hear whispered confrontations up close, overhear private confessions, and feel the shifting power dynamics and mounting tension. Though the environment surrounds you, the audience is strictly non-participatory–as a silent witness, you will never be directly addressed by the characters, nor asked to participate.

Tickets available for purchase here. Discounted tickets available to students, people 60 and over, and people with SNAP.

Bag & Baggage Presents: The Woman in Black

October 16-November 1, Thursday-Saturday at 7 pm, Sunday at 2 pm, The Vault Theater, 350 E. Main, Hillsboro, tickets required, $30

Halloween is back at Bag & Baggage, and it’s bringing the crowd favorite, The Woman in Black by Stephen Mallatratt, based on the novel by Susan Hill. Set in a remote English village, the play follows a young lawyer unraveling the secrets of a recently deceased client and the vengeful presence that doesn’t want him to. Chilling, clever, and unforgettable, this show is one of the most celebrated ghost stories ever staged. For more information, visit The Woman In Black – Bag & Baggage Productions.

Special Dates: Preview performance with discounted tickets, Thursday, October 15, 7 pm; ASL-interpreted performance: Saturday, October 24, 7 pm; Audio described performance: Sunday, October 25, 2 pm

Washington County Open Studios Tour

Saturday-Sunday, October 17-18, 10 am-5 pm, various locations, free

For one weekend only, discover the creative pulse of Bethany, Cedar Mill, and Cedar Hills during the sixteenth annual Washington County Open Studios Tour. These vibrant neighborhoods are home to a remarkable concentration of artists who will open their studios, share their techniques, and demonstrate their craft. For more information about the 44 artists showcasing this year, visit Washington County Open Studios Tour. You can also view the Tour Google Map to map out your creative journey.

Beaverton Symphony Open Season Concert

Friday, October 30, 7 pm, Sunday, November 1, 3 pm, Village Church, 330 SW Murray Blvd, $20 or pay what you can

Join the Beaverton Symphony Orchestra for their 43rd season concert: Tchaikovsky’s Passion: A Symphony of Longing. This concert will begin with Tchaikovsky’s Pathétique, a monument of the Romantic period and arguably one of the most emotionally powerful works of orchestral writing, followed by Bedřich Smetana’s The Moldau and two brief poems by Anatol Liadov. The pre-concert talk will begin 30 minutes prior to the start of the concert. For more information, visit BeavertonSymphony.org Fall Concert.

The American Story Live: 250 Years of Becoming

Friday, October 30, 7:30 pm, Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, free

In collaboration with the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts and the Portland Opera, The Immigrant Story presents an evening of storytelling and music that invites audiences to experience 250 years of American history through four extraordinary lives. Woven throughout is a stirring tapestry of music–from African American spirituals to gospel, hip-hop, and mariachi–featuring acclaimed artists Alfrelynn Roberts, 3rd Twin, and Gemanereida Barragán-Cruz. Together, story and song illuminate the many voices that have shaped–and continue to shape our ever-evolving American story. Pre-event happy hour starts at 6 pm and the auditorium opens at 7 pm. Reserve your tickets today at The American Story Live: 250 Years of Becoming.

Art Exhibition: DREAMs Deferred

Through February 21, 2-4 pm, Oregon Historical Society, 1200 SW Park Ave., free

Created by The Immigrant Story in collaboration with acclaimed Portland photographer Jim Lommasson, DREAMs Deferred brings together portraits, personal stories, objects, art, and a large-scale mural installation to explore the lives of five people who came to the United States as children and have since built their lives, families, and futures here.

Featuring work by illustrator Victor Bizar Gómez and mural artist Oliver Casillas, DREAMs Deferred brings us closer to the people behind the headlines–their hopes, fears, families, and the lives they are building in a country they call home.

2026 Sunset Classic Marching Band Competition

Saturday, October 10, Sunset High School Athletic Field

This 37th Annual Sunset Classic brings ten bands from high schools in Oregon and neighboring states in a family-friendly marching band competition. For questions or more details, email sunsetclassic@sambanote.org or visit Sunset Classic 2026 SAMBA. The event usually lasts all afternoon–the schedule will be posted here.

Square dance lessons with Oak Hill Squares

Mondays, October 5-19, 6:30-8:30 pm, Oak Hills Community Center, $6

Learn square dancing (Oregon’s state dance) with Oak Hill Squares. First class is free, then $6 per class. At 7:30 pm, dance lessons will transition to mainstream dancing.

Pumpkin Dance

Monday, October 26, 6:30-8:30 pm

Oak Hills Squares will host a Ghostly Pumpkin Dance with Rounds & Squares. Wear a costume and enjoy snacks, refreshments, and more. $6 donation goes to a pot–maybe you’ll be the winner? For more information, visit the Oak Hills Squares website or call 503-544-7291.

Village Gallery of Arts

The Village Gallery of Arts (VGA) is non-profit and is staffed by volunteers dedicated to art education and appreciation. Subscribe to our newsletter for updates. Gift certificates for art or classes are available onsite.

ArtChat: meet our featured artists

Saturday-Sunday, October 17-18, 10 am-5 pm, Village Gallery of the Arts (next to the library), free

Come see artists demonstrating as part of the Washington County Open Studios Tour. With two shifts of three artists each day, there is sure to be something new and exciting to enjoy or learn about for everyone!

Featured 2D Member Show Judge: Kristina Sellers

“As a “slice of life” painter, my focus is on humble beauty… Ultimately, my hope is to inspire and encourage others through my art, reminding them to think beyond the here and now, and providing a bright spot of warmth in their home.” Visit kristinasgallery.com for Kristina’s online portfolio, current works, and gallery representation.

Featured 3D: Sabrina Hammer

“This exhibit is a sampling of my sculptures over the years, land and sea, domestic and wild, with a dash of seasonal and spooky thrown in for fun.”

Big and Bold: Judy McIntosh

“After a trip to the John Day Fossil Beds, I was inspired to capture the beauty and wonder of the ‘Painted Hills.’ ” Oil, 27″x 38″.

Make-a-Mask Drop-in Event

Saturday, October 24, 11 am-1:30 pm, free

Add a creative experience to your Halloween. VGA instructors on hand for support and assistance. Allow 30-45 minutes to make your mask. All ages invited; all supplies provided.

Adult Classes

Intro to Copperplate Calligraphy with Susan Pfahl

Thursdays, October 1-22, 6:30-8:30 pm, $100 members/$120 non-members

Copperplate calligraphy is the predecessor of cursive handwriting. Learn how to become comfortable with the calligraphy pen; tackle the alphabet, numbers, and punctuation; and play with flourishing. Age 16+, max 8 students.

Intro to Watercolor Painting with Susan Pfahl

Tuesday, October 13-27, 7-9:30 pm, $120 members/$140 non-members

An introductory class where students experiment with how the paint, paper, and water react to create simple paintings. Age 16+; supplies included; max 8 students.

Watercolor Lavender Fields with Beth Pansino

Thursday, October 8, 12:30-2:30 pm, $40

Paint your own watercolor version of a lavender farm in this beginner-friendly class. Age 18+; supplies included; max 12 students. Children can be accommodated on a case-by-case basis, email effelynart@gmail.com.

Watercolor Japanese Maple in Autumn with Beth Pansino

Thursday, October 22, 12:30-2:30 pm, $40

Paint your own watercolor version of a Japanese maple tree resplendent in fall colors, inspired by the Portland Japanese Garden, in this beginner-friendly class. Age 18+; supplies included; max 12 students. Children can be accommodated on a case-by-case basis, email effelynart@gmail.com.

Make Your Own Creepy Creatures Pendants with Caitlin McNamara

Saturday, October 24, 2-6 pm, $165 + $70 materials fee

Learn about silver clay shaping and construction as you make creepy crawly pendants. You will leave with ready-to-wear jewelry. Age 18+; supplies included; max 6 students.

Creating with Wool: Enchanted Pumpkins with Kate Rodrigue

Sunday, October 25, 2-5 pm, $35 + $10 materials fee

This beginner-friendly workshop guides students through sculpting a wood pumpkin. Bring one clean cotton or wool sock. Age 16+; max 10 students.