Community Calendar

Lunar New Year and Much More!

Join us Saturday, February 7th from 1:00-4:00PM to see our newest artwork, have some wine and snacks, and visit with the gallery artists!

Following a successful Studio Sale in January, February at Art Presence promises a schedule full of exciting activities. We are delighted to announce that San Francisco Bay Area artist Kevin Yeh will be our first guest artist, in collaboration with SOCCA's Lunar New Year celebration. Kevin will not be able to personally attend the art reception, but will be giving a free demo on February 21st at 11:00AM. In addition to other fun events, we will also be highlighting the work of member artist Belinda Moffit.

Celebrate love through creativity, science, and hands-on fun at Love in Bloom at ScienceWorks. With playful activities and thoughtful connections to heart health, Love in Bloom is a joyful way to spend the day with loved ones. 💕

Themed activities include: build miniature kindness-delivery robots, craft one-of-a-kind Valentine cards using bubbles and paper, and explore how your heart works in honor of American Heart Month. Catch a free screening of Women in STEM: Picture a Scientist, and enjoy festive drinks from Vintage Vibes.

Looking for a creative and lighthearted way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? The North Bend Public Library invites the community to a Valentine’s Day Pet Portrait Painting event on Saturday, February 14 from 1:00–3:00 PM.
Participants should bring their favorite photo of their animal companion and use the library’s art supplies to paint a one-of-a-kind portrait alongside fellow pet lovers. The event is free and geared towards adults. No artistic experience is necessary. All art supplies will be provided. Attendees should bring a photo of their pet and a good sense of humor. Registration is required and is limited to twenty attendees. Register at https://tinyurl.com/32jjh9nu.

Messy Hands: Watercolor Valentines with Patricia Avery

Join Patricia in making small valentine cards using watercolor and pen and ink, drawing ideas of flowers and leaves onto a choice of heart shapes and then adding the watercolor. 

10 years old and up. Limit 15. $5

When: Saturday February 14th, 1:30-3:00 PM

Registration required: Secure your spot atart-presence.org/messy-hands (Education > Messy Hands)

Jacksonville is celebrating Lunar New Year on Saturday Feb.21 10AM-3PM. Southern Oregon Chinese Cultural Association sponsoring art, dance, music, food, lectures, craft and exhibits from Asian cultures. All events are free and open to the public. Community and cultural groups are encouraged to participate: see our website for application and requirements. Deadline for application is January 30, 2026.

Saturday, February 21st 3:00-4:00 PM

registration required: art-presence.org > education > third saturday

$30, max: 15 students

Join artist, Kevin Yeh, for an introduction to traditional brush techniques with ink on Xuan paper. Students will learn to paint a bamboo composition and take home their very own Chinese splash ink brush. 

Kevin's class is part of the SOCCA's Annual Lunar New Year Celebration 2026: Year of the Horse. For more information go to https://www.socca.us/

Celebrate Pi Day at ScienceWorks with a full day of hands-on fun. Drop in and explore rotating, Pi-themed activities happening throughout the museum all day long — from playful math challenges to creative problem-solving and tasty surprises. Whether you’re a numbers enthusiast or just love to learn by doing, there’s always something new to discover.