Paintings by Jean Lowry 

Jan 6 through 30  All Day 

PJ Chessman Gallery

Reception 5-7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 6

Lincoln Live by Steven Holgate

Friday, February 10  7 pm

What American wouldn’t love to have a conversation with Abraham Lincoln? Praised as “the best Lincoln in America,” Lincoln portrayer Steve Holgate brings Lincoln alive in two different programs suitable for civic groups, schools, retirement homes and in theaters. Imagine having the chance to ask Abraham Lincoln about his years in the White House and hear him discuss the dark years of the Civil War and the momentous decisions he made. In his two-act play “A. Lincoln” and his shorter press conference-style town hall, Lincoln actor Steve Holgate gives audiences a chance to do just that. Starting from his remarkable resemblance to our 16th President, Lincoln portrayer Steve Holgate, gives a compelling performance as Abraham Lincoln.

For more information, see Steve Holgate's website

Blue Valentine band

Saturday, Feb 4   7pm

In Front of the Music – Jackie & Jason Cowsill
a musical & personal partnership

Jackie & Jason began performing together in 2007 and their acoustic show of harmony-driven hits quickly made them Eugene-area favorites, particularly on the local wine circuit. The next three years brought regular performances at vineyards and tasting rooms as well as other popular venues. They traveled to all corners of the country, receiving warm welcome in Los Angeles, New Orleans, Rhode Island and Minnesota. They took their music, and their relationship, to the next level in 2010 when shortly after their marriage they launched their full band, The Blue Valentines. They’ve also co-written a number of songs and plan to release an original CD in 2011.

Tracy MacEwan & Friends Benefit Show

February 3 - 27  PJ Chessman Gallery     Free

Artist Reception:  Feb 4  5 - 8 pm which includes a silent auction and fundraiser

Guests can purchase artwork, and bid on goods and services, with the proceeds going toward a fund for MacEwan’s recovery.

Tracy MacEwan has made his Northwest reputation on vivid, moving abstracts inspired by his own photography and his travels around the world. But this generous Lincoln City artist has been unable to paint since he suffered a sudden stroke, in mid-2010. For this show, Tracy's friends are combining his works with contributions of their own, for a benefit show that will help purchase tools for his recovery.

The exhibit, called “Tracy MacEwan and Friends,” will include 10 to 15 of MacEwan’s colorful abstracts, as well as work by six other artists from around the region. This includes both two and three dimensional works – glass, pottery, metal and works on canvas.