The Hallie Ford Museum of Art in Salem presents “Witness: Themes of Social Justice in Contemporary Printmaking and Photography from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation” through Dec. 20 in the Melvin Henderson-Rubio Gallery and the Maribeth Collins Lobby.
Drawn from one of the legendary contemporary print collections in the United States, “Witness” explores issues of race, identity and social justice in contemporary printmaking and photography. The exhibition has been organized by Portland art historian and scholar Elizabeth Bilyeu and explores four thematic sections: Stories and Histories, Pressures of Pop Culture, Challenging Expectations of Place and Unconventional Portraits. The exhibition features 82 prints by 40 nationally and internationally recognized artists, including Enrique Chagoya, Lalla Essaydi, Mildred Howard, Hung Liu, Nicola Lopez, Wendy Red Star (Apsáalooka), Roger Shimomura, Kara Walker and Marie Watt (Seneca).
LeRonn Brooks, an assistant professor of African and African American Studies at Lehman College of the City University of New York, will deliver an illustrated lecture on the theme of social justice in modern and contemporary art on September 29 at 5 p.m., Admission to this series of lectures is complementary and they will be held in the Paulus Lecture Hall at the Willamette University College of Law located at 245 Winter St. SE, Salem, Oregon.
Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University
Public contact: 503-370-6855 | museum-art@willamette.edu
Exhibition website: willamette.edu/go/witness
IMAGE: Roger Shimomura (American, b. 1939), “Nisei Trilogy: The Camps,” 2015, ed. 4/50, lithograph, 18 1/2 x 27 inches, Collection of Jordan D. Schnitzer, 2015. 794b. Photo: Strode Photographic LLC
HEAD: Salem museum presents social justice print/photo exhibit
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art in Salem presents “Witness: Themes of Social Justice in Contemporary Printmaking and Photography from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation” through Dec. 20 in the Melvin Henderson-Rubio Gallery and the Maribeth Collins Lobby.
Monthly Mitzvah Project
Each month, the MJCC and PJA communities collect items for different area organizations in Portland.
In November, we will be collecting holiday gifts for families served by Jewish Family and Child Services. Items may be dropped off in the blue bin in the MJCC Lobby near the Member Services Desk.
We’re relaunching this fun and healthy series with a walk on the Tilikum Crossing, the largest car-free bridge in the United States. The Crossing, also called “Bridge of the People,” spans the Willamette River and is open to pedestrians, bicyclists, and mass transit. As we cross it, we’ll be able to get a full view of the Portland skyline, the Willamette River, and — if there are no clouds — Mount Hood.
Info You Need To Know
We will be meeting at at the east end of the bridge just before 9:00 AM. Please be there promptly, in order that we are on schedule.
Near the bridge there is street parking for up to two hours at Southeast Second Avenue and Caruthers Street, across from McCoy Millwork (free, no meter). If there are no spots, you could park in the OMSI lot for $5. Carpooling is a great option so let us know if you are planning to come and if you’d prefer to drive or get a lift.
It will take about a half hour to walk over and back, and we can continue along the east side, and, depending on time, along the Springwater Corridor.
There’s a Starbucks at the west end so we will stop there for a coffee/tea and chat.
This walk is stroller and dog-friendly. Plan on approximately two hours, from beginning to end.
Looking forward to walking and talking !
Israeli Dancing
Join us for a fun Israeli folk dance class. All levels are welcome. Six people needed to run class.
Wednesdays
September 26 – December 12
NO CLASS on October 10 or November 21
Cost: $100 Members + Guests. Drop-in Fee: $15 per class.
Register: CG 100: oregonjcc.org/registration
This class at Congregation Neveh Shalom will be based on Rabbi Kushner’s newest book, Nine Essential Things I’ve Learned about Life. $36, which includes the book.
Register at: 503.246.8831; receptionist@nevehshalom.org
Proceeds with support the Feldstein Library.
Seniors and young families enjoy an inter-generational celebration of stories and songs each Thursday.
Join Kim Schneiderman for this weekly inter-generational story hour for young families with music, PJ Library books, and the residents of Cedar Sinai Park.
Come study and discuss the Bible with Rabbi Isaak at Neveh Shalom.
This 18-week course is taught by members of The Oregon Board of Rabbis, representing a variety of Jewish affiliations. A carefully constructed curriculum includes Jewish history, life cycle events, holidays, ritual and daily practice, theology, study of Torah and contemporary Jewish America. While not a conversion class, most OBR members consider it a prerequisite for students beginning study for conversion. Classes 7-9 pm, Thursdays, at rotating Portland area synagogues.
As we enter the long winter, darkness envelops us throughout the evenings and nights. At the same time, unfolding events seem reminiscent of those in the past that we had hoped never to relive. It is no coincidence that we celebrate Hanukkah during this time of year. Join us to draw strength from flickers of hope that shine even in the darkest of times. Where do we find the light? It comes from within. Light will always be stronger than darkness. #bethelight #shine
Join Eve Levy for an Evening of Inspiration – Find Your Spark.
A cozy celebration of winter in the Ellyn Bye Studio of Portland Center State.
Nov. 30-Dec. 30
A Christmas Memory by Truman Capote
Winter Song created by Merideth Kaye Clark and Brandon Woolley
Music and stories come together in this cozy celebration of winter. In A Christmas Memory, Truman Capote’s rural Alabama boyhood comes to life, offering a touching portrait of an enduring friendship and tender rituals. This gem of a story is paired with Winter Song, a collection of beloved tunes and tales that celebrate winter and all it represents: love, family, solitude, renewal and warmth.
Evenings: Tuesdays-Sundays at 7:30 pm
Matinees: Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm, Thursdays at noon