ART is in the eye of the beholder - And you will find plenty to behold here! Concerts, plays, dance festivals, craft shows, or studio tours take place weekly. The beauty of the Grande Ronde Valley is a natural draw for creative people from far and wide. Spirited community events also include music, dance and crafts.

EASTERN OREGON UNIVERSITY and the COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
Eastern's award winning drama, music and art departments provide a wide variety of excellent concerts and plays in McKenzie and Schwarz Theatres and art shows in the Nightingale Gallery. Call 541.962.3667 for performance dates & gallery hours. In Loso Hall on the campus of Eastern Oregon University in La Grande.

THE GRANDE RONDE STUDIO TOUR
Plan to be here September 20 & 21, 2008 for the two-day tour of eight artists' studios, or call for an appointment to visit throughout the summer. The quality and variety of art produced here reflects the superb surroundings.

THIRD THURSDAY ART WALK
Every Third Thursday of the month, all year, shops and galleries in downtown La Grande extend their hours to showcase local artists and musicians. The atmosphere is casual, friendly and fun and refreshments are served.

*Art Walk participants;

Fairie Beads & Treasures

1102 Adams Avenue

541-786-1322

The Mitre's Touch

1414 Adams Avenue

541-963-3477

The Potters House

1601 Sixth Street

541-963-5351

THE OLDE MEETING HOUSE

This former church at 901 M Avenue is the location of monthly folk dances and frequent concerts - everyone is welcome to join in the fun! Learn to contra dance or just enjoy the live music and festivities. Mark Lewis, 541-962-9355 for schedule.

THE OLDE SANCTUARY SCHOOL

This former church at 1812 First Street is the the location of monthly concerts, and music classes taught by well known area musician Al MacLeod - everyone is welcome to join in the fun! 541-786-5346 or 541-962-7676

The Potter's House on the corner of 6th & Penn

THE POTTER'S HOUSE
(www.thepottershousegallery.com)
Visit the studio and charming gift shop of a popular local potter and school teacher. Learn how he makes his unique style of pottery and raku, a traditional Japanese method of firing pots. Located in a restored Queen Anne home near downtown at 1601 Sixth Street in La Grande. Call 541.963.5351

HOT LAKE SPRINGS RESORT

www.davidmanuel.com

Hot Lake Resort always attracts the attention of passers by. This huge old brick building is but a fraction of a once sprawling complex, alive with hundreds of visitors who came from around the world to take the waters and renew their health. The spa/resort/hospital was also known as the Mayo Clinic of the West, as the famous Mayo Brothers were visitors and friends of Dr. Phy, the administrator. The resort was in its heyday from 1908 through 1932. A complete history of this fascinating place is available for purchase at the visitor center.
Hot Lake Resort is now called Hot Lake Springs and is under-going a major restoration. It is the new home of the David Manuel Gallery and bronze foundry and the plans for its future are extensive and exciting.  Site tours are available and the coffee shop and gallery are open daily.  Call 541-963-HOTL, or visit the website.

DANCE

Dance studios and organizations provide the opportunity to learn to dance in a wide variety of styles.

Becky Thompsen School of Dance

211 Fir Street

962-0800

La Grande Dance Works

1207 N. Hall

963-9247

Eastern Oregon Folklore Society

901 M Avenue  www.neofs.us

962-9355

Star Promenadors - Square Dance

963-5921  WWW.SQUARE-DANCERS.COM

MUSIC

Opportunities for listening to music in Union County are as diverse as the landscape. Thursday evening summer rock concerts in Max Square, weekly folk music at the Olde Meeting House, or symphonies featuring the resident Grande Ronde Symphony Orchestra are just a sampling of what will be music to yours ears. Following are some of the groups that perform in McKenzie Theatre, at Eastern Oregon University. Contact the university, or UCT for a schedule or check the online calendar.

Grande Ronde Symphony Orchestra - 963-9066

*Grande Ronde Childrens Chorus

*Union County Community Choir

*Eastern Chamber Choir

*Union County Concert Band

*Eastern Fiddle Ensemble

     * EOU School of Arts & Sciences - 962-3555

EOU Community School of the Arts - 962-3596

The Olde Meeting House - 962-9355

Art to the Max Concerts - 963-9395

Other frequently performing groups include the African Drumming Group, the Blue Mountain Barbershoppers, the Bell Choir, and a wonderful array of rock, country, blues, classical and jazz singers and musicians. Many music instructors teach all styles.

THEATRE

Eastern Oregon University's award winning theatre program, 962-3555, provides a full schedule of plays and musicals throughout the year. Young performers get into the act through the high schools and the Summer Theatre camps provided by the EOU Community School of the Arts

1 University Boulevard

La Grande OR, 97850

Contact the university box office, 541-962-3757 or UCT for a schedule or check the online calendar.