Chehalem Cultural Center

Wonderful mixed use culture and arts center. Great layout and good parking.

I can't say enough good stuff about the ceramics instructors. I have been taking classes from one of them for nearly two years. She is pretty awesome. She brings the fun into learning that helps students get past the inevitable clay disasters. I can't review CCC without mentioning their core values. The want art to be accessible to everyone. When I started I was in a bad place with my health and on disability that only pays 60% of your base salary. I desperately needed a creative outlet that could accommodate the double vision I had developed. Everywhere that I called had class prices far out of my range. But CCC not only advertised their desire to make art açcessible, they actually do. Their scholarship program has made possible a miracle in my life, helped me fight off depression and PTSD. I love this place so much I drive down from Portland.

Lack of Supervision and Engagement at Camp During my recent visits at the Newberg park/ splash pad , I noticed several counselors and staff members either sitting down on their phones or otherwise disengaged while the children were active and unsupervised. There appeared to be minimal interaction or guidance, which is especially concerning given the age group these children fall under. This is the 2nd year I’ve noticed this. As a preschool teacher with over 12 years of experience and 6 years as a camp counselor working with children ages 4 to 9, I understand the importance of maintaining a safe, structured, and attentive environment. Active supervision and meaningful interaction are essential to ensuring the children’s well-being and enriching their camp experience. What was particularly disheartening is that I, as a visitor simply there with my English Mastiff, ended up stepping in and playing with the kids to help manage the energy and keep things safe. A parent even approached me under the impression that I worked there and thanked me for engaging with their child. One of the children also said goodbye to me as if I were staff — which speaks volumes about the lack of counselor presence and connection.

Rice beans and meat burrito I work construction so I eat lunch a lot of different places this is one of the best! And not the most expensive. My burrito I think was 10 bucks

This place always does a great job putting on free events for the community, being an affordable venue and hosting camps/classes for people of all artistic levels and interests! I highly recommend taking a class, renting for an event, and/or coming for a Cultural Experience!

Very small. A limited amount photos, paintings, sculpture. If you're coming for the art, look elsewhere. They also offer classes which may be more attractive, although I didn't take any. There's also a ballroom.

I love this place! A beautifully modern conversion of an old school with generous space for concerts, events, and activities. Musicians may appreciate the rentable music rooms and recording studio, parents would appreciate the art classes. I adore how ccc makes art in many forms accessible to the community. The grounds are beautiful as well with gorgeous flower beds and a fun play structure for kids nearby.

I rented this venue for my wedding this weekend. I paid $2800 with $200 deposit, and now they’re charging me an extra $900!! This is ridiculous and upsetting because they’re charging me for cleaning fees, when the man we spoke to told us they were going to clean it for with no reference to a fee, if I knew there was going to be a fee, I would have refused and cleaned the salon myself. On top of that they’re charging me a free for having “too many people,” when I did not even have more than 196 chairs. I know there was 196 chairs because I rented chair covers for what I had. I asked for 24 tables and 9 chairs, but they only didn’t 24 tables and 8 chairs. I even have videos showing empty tables and chairs!! In addition, they did not even have good, ventilated A/C, it was embarrassing because people came up to me personally and told me it was very hot and left early for that reason. They’re also trying to charge me for two rocks missing from the art gallery, even though the space was also open to the public. My florist came the night before the wedding to set up the flowers, and she said she saw rats!! My flowers died the day of my actually wedding because the A/C Doesn’t work. I spent more than $500 on my flowers, for no reason. Employees of this venue even told me the A/C wasn’t functioning properly. My drinks, along with ice was melted and hot. The rest of the building’s A/C was perfectly fine.They’re also charging me a couple of $100s to for boxes left when they told me I could come the following day to pick it up, but the space was closed so how could I pick it up???. I would not recommend this place!!

This is only a review of the Chehalem Cultural Center ceramics studio - it is fully equipped and they fire to cone 8. There is a broad selection of clays (for purchase) and glazes. The studio is well-run and organized. They offer open studio times at $10 per hour by reservation, a full complement of classes which include open studio time and occasionally there are workshops.

I've worked at the CCC for a couple years and it is such a special place for my family and I. We have celebrated Quinceañeras in this ballroom for my sisters and I and had many other special family/friend/school/community events here. Can't say enough how much I appreciate the CCC for the friendly staff and it's integral part in the Newberg community.

My wife and I attended the performance of "Jane Doe In Wonderland" - https://www.janedoeinwonderland.com/ - as performed by the troupe Game Over. FIVE STARS FOR THE PLAY AND IT'S CAST But I digress. The Cultural Center acts in this capacity as a black box theater. That said, it's quite small, and for me, too warm (the one reason I didn't give it five stars). We found everyone to be friendly and the small space really put a personal spin on things. Surprisingly, it wasn't uncomfortable for the hour and a quarter presentation plus another hour or so to listen to survivor Robin Miller's story, cast comments, and a chance for the audience to reciprocate. It was an enlightening experience which my wife and I both enjoyed. I would certainly go back if the event being hosted was of interest as was this.

Where do I begin. This cultural center is amazing. The staff are super friendly and the atmosphere is very welcoming. I contacted Kellie to rent a space for a small wedding ceremony and got quick responses. She's amazing. She helped us find the perfect room to rent and made sure it was filled with all the correct amount of tables and chairs. We rented room 201 for about five hours for the ceremony and a small reception. It was a perfect size, filled with huge windows for amazing natural light. The sweet lady from the front desk (gosh I wish I remembered her name-I'm sorry!) came to check on us to make sure everything was going okay. All I have to say is I absolutely love this space and all it offers. Chehalem and it's staff went above and beyond, providing us with exceptional service and a great room to celebrate our special day. I'll definitely be back for future events!

I just finished an art class at the center. It was a fantastic experience, and I'm glad the Center provided the opportunity. I enjoyed painting and watching the kids run around on the playground. :)

This is a wonderful community focused mix use space in the heart of historic Newberg. It is only a few blocks from my house. It hosts many community events and recently the street was remodeled and widened. The space can be rented for weddings and events. They teach all kinds of classes here (most for a fee) including ceramics and painting.

I've been to many events here over several years and have thoroughly enjoyed them. They have been of various scales and various experiences from festivals to art to lectures to music. However, we recently followed the instructions on their website to try and rent a art classroom and were informed that they do not rent them (contrary to the website) and that they are, in fact, an "art school" (stated nowhere on their website). So you cannot rent one of the two art classrooms, but have to become a hired teacher to only teach via their scheduled events. Very confusing, very puzzling and not well communicated either on the phone, via email or on the website. I also found that communication issue is endemic to the organization and resent at every level. The whole experienced left me frustrated and confused as to their mission, purpose, priorities and questioning the competency of their management.

Just attended Black Box Theatre performance "There's No Business Like Show Business!" Music from Broadway... WOW! Small town Oregon meets big city Broadway! Enjoyed the show in an intimate setting, beautiful voices, great songs, good memories! Recommend when you come you eat at Recipe just two blocks over - delicious.

Absolutely wonderful to have this in Newberg. The cultural center has workshops, events, supports artists of all kinds, and has even helped to sponsor our budding theater company. It has really added a fantastic dynamic to downtown Newberg. It's great to be able to just wander in when you are running errands or whatever, and look at whatever installation they have up at the time. The last event I went to was the Day of The Dead celebration- really fun. Highly recommended.

A wonderful asset to the Newberg community. Mixed-use facility offers classes and can be rented out for private parties or meetings. A gallery is just beyond the entry way. Conveniently located across the street from the city library.

I love going to the center for its diverse art displays. They provide classes for adults and children that are rare to find in most communities. I have especially enjoyed dropping in to the Sketchy artist studio for drop in art time weekly. What a supportive and creative group.

I love this facility! It is one of the reasons Newberg is such a wonderful place to live. They host community-building events like the Lavender Festival, MLK Jr. Celebration, Oregon Truffle Festival, Dia de los Muertos, Contra Dance, Art Harvest, Camellia Festival, Tunes on Tuesday (summer), Art Shows, Theatre, Music, classes...it goes on and on. It truly is an invaluable asset for the people of Yamhill County.