Brown Bags

You may view the previous live streams of our brown bag lectures on our YouTube page!

The Library holds a series of Brown Bag lunches, presentations and conversations concerning The Josephy Center, our Wallowa community, Indians, and Western history and culture. Programs have examined the Civil War in the West, fire in the Wallowas, the evolution of canyon ranching and horse gear, flint knapping and Indian tools, weeds and plants of the Wallowas, etc.

Brown Bags are generally held first and third Tuesdays at noon, and are open and free to the public.

Brown bags are also offered as live streams to those unable to attend. You can view the live stream link here.

2024 Women’s Art Exhibition – Feminine Visions: Embracing Strength and Adventure 

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

This art exhibit is a testament to the extraordinary resilience, creativity, and vision of female artists. It explores the multifaceted theme of celebrating female artists and their incredible journeys in the face of adversity while cultivating peace and overcoming injustice. 

Tuesday Talk: Robin Pace – White Water Rafting

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

Join us Tuesday March 19th to hear Robin Pace tell us about her adventures as a white water rafting professional!

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STEVE ARMENT WOOD CARVING WORKSHOP

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

Learn wood carving from Wallowa County's premiere wood carver, Steve Arment. Drop In. Tools provided. No preregistration required! Grab a friend and walk right in! $35

$35

Common Ground: The Art of Balance and Contrast – Call to Artists

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

We live in a time when conflict seems inevitable and achieving balance seems unlikely, from the smallest aspects of life to issues of major significance. It is challenging to have open dialogue if we assume society is polarized beyond return. Has it always been this way? Are our differences as deep as we imagine? How will we make the world a better place if we don’t work to find common ground? How can art-making help us and heal us as we engage in the process?

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Art Models Wanted!

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

Interested in modeling for Rodd Ambroson's Life Drawing class?

Women, Words & Music

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

The Music Alliance is pleased to partner with Josephy Center to present music and readings by Amy Fairchild, Terri Hall, Kathy Hunter, Jezebel's Mother, Lauren MacDonald, Shannon McNerney and Claire Webb. $10

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Life Drawing w. Rodd Ambroson – 4 week session

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

Join Rodd Ambroson in learning to draw the human figure with live models. Must be at least 18 years. This is a weekly class, preregistration for 4 classes is preferred for a discount. Cost is $20 per session or $70 for 4 classes. Newsprint (18" x 24"), boards, easels and pencils provided.

$20 – $70

Wallowa Plein Air Painters: Pre-Season Social!

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

Tony Chiotti will do a short workshop on mixing a wide variety of greens from a limited palette, so we'll have a chance to move some paint around. Plus we'll do a bit of show-and-tell. Bring your outdoor setup: easel, prochade box, umbrellas, whatever you like to work with. A chance to talk a little shop and learn some new ideas about working outdoors. FREE

Wallowa Valley Youth Arts Festival!

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

This exciting annual event features a wonderful display of artwork, lots of awards ribbons, hands-on activities, and musical performances by area youths.

Story Circle: Embracing Strength and Adventure

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

We invite you to join us for our Second Annual Story Circle event at the Josephy Center. It will be an informal gathering and storytelling inspired by the artwork in the Women's Exhibit, or by our life events. FREE

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SIP & PAINT Abstract Painting and Sipping Wine! “Pouring Techniques!”

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

Join us for an evening of sipping wine(or other beverage of choice) and painting on a 30" x 30" canvas. Students learn various mark making techniques, composition and more. Bring beverages, snacks, and engage in lively conversation. Class concludes with a group critique. Beginners welcome.

$35

The Succulent Class – Needle Felting for Beginners!

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

Learn to needle felt succulents! Each student will be provided with enough supplies to create 3 separate succulents. They will also be provided with wool, felting surface, and felting needles to take home to continue creating.

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Daniel Adam Maltz Performance, “Master of the Viennese fortepiano”

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

Daniel Adam Maltz is a master fortepianist based in Vienna, Austria. He has 50+ tour dates worldwide per year and specializes in Wiener Klassik (Viennese Classicism) — especially the works of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven — performed on the Viennese fortepianos of their time.

Beginning Willow Basketry Workshop with Sylvia Friday!

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

Students will learn how to weave a traditional stake and strand willow basket. The process of weaving includes learning techniques and patterns alongside the freedom to explore personal style and creativity. Students will take home a round wicker basket woven by their own hands!

Sold Out $125.00
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ArtFest Fridays! Family Fun Free Art Sessions – Walk In

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

Families can drop in on Fridays this summer from 10am-3pm to enjoy a free craft making experience together. Make what you’d like or follow one of our ready made project ideas with help from our craft assistant. FREE

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Beaded Medallion OR Buckskin Neck Pouch Workshop by Roger Amerman

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

Join Roger Amerman in this workshop to learn the Construction of either a Small Medallion fashioned into a fringed neck piece with ornate thongs or a Small Ornate Partially Beaded Buckskin Neck Pouch. Workshop participants will learn the basics of applique and edge beading.

Add Tickets (use + sign above) $195.00 10 tickets left

Beginning Willow Basketry Workshop with Sylvia Friday!

Josephy Center for Arts & Culture 403 N Main St, Joseph, OR, United States

Students will learn how to weave a traditional stake and strand willow basket. The process of weaving includes learning techniques and patterns alongside the freedom to explore personal style and creativity. Students will take home a round wicker basket woven by their own hands!

Add Tickets (use + sign above) $125.00 1 ticket left