THE MALTESE FALCON. In this comedy mystery thriller Sam Spade, a world-weary private eye, is running a not-very successful operation with his partner Miles Archer. Enter Miss Wonderly (if that is her real name), who offers cash for them to tail a man who has abducted her young sister. Then Archer ends up dead. All in pursuit of the Black Bird. A U.S. premiere! Runs from January 3 through February 9. Tickets: Adults/$42; Seniors/$40; Students $30. Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street.

ART MART EXHIBITION. The community’s favorite exhibition is also a fundraiser for the Arts Council of Lake Oswego. Lake Oswegans donate their old artwork (paintings, drawings, sculptures, prints, ceramics, quilts, fiber art, photographs, posters, mixed media and more) to make room for new pieces. Starting January 10 at 5:00 p.m., collected art will be on view and for sale at the Marylhurst Commons bookstore building at 3162 Furman Drive. Exhibition runs through February 7.

PINTS FROM THE PAST. Where history meets entertainment. This month’s topic is Oswego Suffragists. Tuesday, January 14 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Lake Theater and Café, 106 N. State Street. Admission is free but food and drink purchase is encouraged to offset the cost to the Lake Theater. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; Presentation starts at 7:00 p.m.

THIRD THURSDAY IN DOWNTOWN LO. Celebrate great art, shopping and dining in downtown Lake Oswego from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 16. Check online for participating businesses which will be offering special discounts, complementary food and drink, raffles, music and more!

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CELEBRATION. City Hall commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life with a celebration that includes art, poetry, music, and Dr. King’s “I have a Dream” speech. After, there will be arts and crafts and a chance to learn about service opportunities by local non-profits whose work advances Dr. King’s legacy. Sunday, January 19 at 2:00 p.m.

HOW ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IS SHAPING OUR FUTURE AND THE ETHICAL IMPLICATIONS. This seminar, led by Dr. Alicia Patterson, a distinguished professor at Oregon State University specializing in AI ethics, will provide you with valuable insights into how AI is transforming industries and the moral responsibilities we face. The seminar will explore AI’s opportunities as well as challenges in the areas of: Healthcare, Transportation, Education, Entertainment, Job Displacement, Bias and Fairness, Privacy and Surveillance, Autonomy and Accountability. The program is free for all but you are asked to register for Course 30190 by calling 503.635.3758. January 31 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, 505 G Avenue.

THE CHANCE FOR SNOW. There is always a possibility for a snow day in January so be prepared!

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