Roseburg’s Third Thursday Event to Feature Paper Cranes for Kuki City
Thrive Umpqua and Umpqua Valley Arts will host a free Third Thursday gathering October 15 in Roseburg. Participants will learn about Roseburg’s sister city relationship with Kuki City, Japan, and make paper cranes for a community project. All ages are welcome.
ROSEBURG, Ore. - A paper crane project connecting Roseburg with its sister city in Japan will be the focus of this month’s Third Thursday gathering at Umpqua Valley Arts.
Thrive Umpqua and Umpqua Valley Arts Association will host the free event Thursday, October 15, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 1624 W. Harvard Ave. The gathering is open to all ages, and no art experience is needed.
The evening begins with a half-hour social time featuring light snacks and beverages. At 5 p.m., participants will hear from the Roseburg Sister Cities program about the partnership between Roseburg and Kuki City, Japan.
After the presentation, community member Jackie will guide participants through making paper cranes for a community project that will be sent to Kuki City. Organizers will provide all supplies.
Participants may also bring an art project of their own to work on during the gathering.
Third Thursday is a monthly program held on the third Thursday of each month throughout 2026, offering time for art activities and community connection.
Those planning to attend can preregister at bit.ly/3rdthursday2026. Questions can be directed to connect@thriveumpqua.com.
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