Nov 19 Thursday
Jim Hodges’ “Unearthed” exhibition is a monumental bronze cast of an uprooted tree stump. The truncated form resonates with majesty while also serving as a mournful reminder of humankind’s impact upon the natural world. The sculpture is suspended in stillness, suggesting what might have been above, stretching branches that had reached into the air towards the sun that once contained life in green and barky rough wildness. With this implication, and through our interaction with the sculpture, “Unearthed” opens generative thought toward relationships between environments and their communities. The work beckons us to consider fragility, ephemerality, as well as the sacredness of life.
This work-in-becoming had its first residency in San Francisco’s Grace Cathedral in 2019. Imagine that in the confines of that edifice the sculpture absorbed metaphysical power from everyday spiritual practice, from a celebration of life observed in rites of faith, musical performances, readings, by a community’s presence, participation, and social interaction. “Unearthed” has its second residency at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at Washington State University, providing the academic and regional community an occasion to approach the work through intentional participation.
In time, its roots will be reunited with the ground through burial, transferring its accumulated goodwill charged with incorporeal memories and energies into the Earth. Only its severed trunk will remain visible, indicating a new role in nature.
IMAGE | Jim Hodges, Unearthed, 2015 to present
LOCATION | The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU is located in the Crimson Cube (on Wilson Road across from Martin Stadium and the CUB) on the WSU Pullman campus. Museum hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Closed Sundays, Mondays, and during University holidays and breaks.
Each year, the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art presents selections from its growing permanent collection in an exhibition, offering fresh perspectives through thematic exhibitions, recent acquisitions, and curated installations.
Open August 25, 2026 through March 13, 2027, “JSMA Collects” explores the many ways artists, curators, and visitors connect with nature, place, and one another. Works on view reflect the relationships between environments and communities, while spring installations expand the conversation to themes of home, family, and everyday life, inviting reflection on the natural world and our place within it.
From its founding collection of nineteenth- and twentieth-century American and European paintings, the museum's holdings have grown to more than 4,000 works of art. Today, the collection spans the eighteenth century to the present and features a diverse range of regional, national, and international artists whose works illuminate the breadth and evolution of visual culture.
IMAGE | Etsuko Ichikawa, Vitrified, 2020
The competition heats up as the funniest finalists battle for a spot in the championship round! Join us for an electrifying evening of stand-up comedy featuring the cream of this year’s talent pool. These semifinalists have already outperformed dozens of competitors and now face their toughest challenge yet.
Each performer will have you laughing, thinking, and voting for your favorites. Who will advance to the finals? The judges decide tonight! Don’t miss this showcase of tomorrow’s comedy stars.
Purchase tickets as part of your Washington Center 26/27 subscription now. Individual tickets go on sale at noon July 16, 2026.
Nov 20 Friday
A Timeless Tale of Passion, Friendship, and Love's Fragile Beauty
Experience one of the world's most beloved operas as Mid-Columbia Opera presents Puccini's La Bohème.
Set in the vibrant Latin Quarter of Paris, La Bohème follows four young artists whose lives are forever changed by love, friendship, laughter, and heartbreak. Filled with unforgettable melodies and deeply human characters, Puccini's masterpiece has captivated audiences around the world for more than 125 years.
Whether you're discovering opera for the first time or returning to a cherished favorite, La Bohème offers an unforgettable evening of live music and storytelling.
Nov 21 Saturday
Join SLC’s executive director, Erendira Cruz, for a resource tour across Walla Walla! Participants will first attend a presentation on the methods and benefits of personal waste reduction. They will then explore local efforts to reduce waste with visits to the Builders ReSupply, the Walla Walla landfill, and BIG Recyclers.
The Builders ReSupply keeps usable materials out of the landfill and money in the community members' pockets.
The Walla Walla landfill is determined to provide information to residents and businesses on the services and facilities for solid waste management. It is key to making better decisions about how to manage the wastes we produce on a daily basis. The city coordinates waste reduction, recycling, household hazardous waste, pollution prevention, and composting outreach activities throughout the year.
BIG Recyclers aims to create a sustainable future by diverting recyclable glass from landfills. They hope to build a community that conserves natural resources and reduces waste by turning discarded glass into valuable resources.
Location 1: Water and Environmental Center640 Water Center Dr. Walla Walla, WA 99362Room 2023/2024Location 2: Builders ReSupplyLocation 3: Walla Walla LandfillLocation 4: BIG Recyclers
Presenters: Erendira Cruz, Landfill Staff, BIG Recyclers Staff
Meet us at the co-op for our monthly market. A year round farmer market style indoor market every 3rd Saturday of the month!
