Gallery Wall and Art Talk

Join us on October 3 for a Gallery Wall Art Talk with local artist Alison “Ali” Hennes of Walterville. A retired registered nurse, Ali discovered her passion for art through an unexpected inspiration while kayaking on the McKenzie River. She now creates whimsical ink and mixed-media artwork inspired by nature, animals, and the world around her. Come meet Ali, hear about her creative journey, and enjoy a closer look at her work

Current Gallery Artist: Alison “Ali” Hennes

Previously Featured Gallery Artists

Save the Date! for the second season of River Talks.

Join us for our second series of River Talks at the library! 🌊

These talks will continue to explore and celebrate our local rivers and the many ways they shape our community. The program is provided through a grant from the Oregon Humanities. The talks are part of their “Consider This Conversations.”

📍 At the library
🕑 2:00 PM

We hope to see you there!

August 15 Molly Gloss Exploring The Jump-Off Creek, following a community reading of the novel.

Sept. 26 William Sullivan The Wilderness Treasures of the Upper McKenzie.

The O’Brien Memorial Library is volunteer based and has been the heart of our community for over 90 years. We have the pleasure of serving local residents along with those vacationing in the area.
Blue River Oregon, September 2020 after the Holiday Farm Fire ravaged our area.
The O’Brien Memorial Library was completely devastated by The Holiday Farm Fire. We are now on the journey to rebuilding.

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