At this week's First Thursday gallery crawl in the Pearl District, Central City Concern will have its own show: "The Art of Working" showcases Depression-era Oregon artists who were funded by President Roosevelt's Works Progress Administration. Featured artists include Douglas Lynch, Martina Gangle, Arthur Rundquist and Albert Rundquist.
CCC's own workforce development program, recently renamed the Employment Access Center, has seen a deluge of job-seekers in recent months. Last year they helped 2,400 people; this March alone, they had 4,456 visits. You can learn more about the program at the reception accompanying the art exhibit.
What: Exhibit and reception showcasing Oregon WPA artists.
Where: CCC's Employment Access Center, 2 NW 2nd Avenue in Portland
When: Thursday, May 7, 5-8 p.m.
Entrance: Free.