Events In Oil City PA - Art, Jewelry, And Creations By Rafi Perez And Klee Angelie

There’s a chill in the air, the leaves are crunching under our boots, and you can practically smell the pumpkin spice from that one candle you light every year to feel festive. That can only mean one thing: it’s November, and we’re gearing up for the holiday season.

Before we all get buried under wrapping paper and peppermint hot chocolate, I just want to say we’re grateful to be back at it with events. It’s been a while since we were this busy, and it feels amazing to connect with you creative humans again in person and online.

So many things happened in October… it was a whirlwind of awesome. We started teaching art to the wonderful children of St. Stephen’s School, had our gallery opening at The Red Brick Gallery, released our newest book, and even hosted a couple of pumpkin painting parties (where, yes, some brushes were sacrificed in the name of creativity).

A group of people holding their creatively painted pumpkins during a pumpkin painting event inside a spacious venue, with tables and decorations visible in the background.

And now that we’ve caught our breath (sort of), we’re gearing up to return to YouTube this month or next with new videos, fun updates, and a healthy dose of rogue wisdom, humor, and chaos. It’s been a while since we’ve had the cameras rolling, but we’re excited to get back to sharing our thoughts, art, and random philosophical tangents with you.

Check out EVENTS page to stay updated on any changes or events we may add to the roster. We are crazy like that sometimes.

November 5 | Art Night at The Exchange: Exquisite Corpse (Yesterday)
We had an absolute blast at our Exquisite Corpse Night at The Exchange! The room was filled with laughter, creativity, and some truly bizarre artistic collaborations, exactly the kind of chaos we love. Watching everyone add their own twist to a drawing without knowing what came before was pure magic (and sometimes pure madness). From elegant anatomy gone wrong to hilariously strange creatures, every finished piece was a masterpiece of imagination. We can’t wait to do it again!

A group of four individuals engaged in a drawing activity at a table, surrounded by colorful art supplies. In the background, a row of pumpkins adds a festive touch to the scene.

A person joyfully holding up a colorful artwork featuring a cartoon-like character, surrounded by a festive atmosphere.

A table displaying colorful artwork featuring various imaginative characters, including a mermaid, a pumpkin, a skeleton, and a cat with large eyes, surrounded by art supplies.

November Events Lineup

November 9 | “Interwoven” Closing Reception at Red Brick Gallery
The final celebration of our Interwoven exhibition. Come mingle, enjoy the art, soak in some live music, and raise a glass with us before we take down the show.
Location: Red Brick Gallery, 17 Main St, Foxburg, PA
Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Info: https://rafiandklee.com/getting-ready-for-our-red-brick-gallery-exhibition/

November 12 | “Self Expression” Opening Reception at Hatch Hollow
Join us for an inspiring night of creativity and connection as we kick off Self Expression in Meadville. Meet fellow creatives, enjoy refreshments, and celebrate showing up as yourself.
Location: 945 Market St, Meadville, PA
Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

November 16 | (Patreon Only) Artist Group Hangout: Getting Involved
Our private artist meet up on Google Meet. We will chat, share updates, and brainstorm ways to stay active and connected in our creative worlds.
Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Join: https://www.patreon.com/Rafiwashere

November 23 | (Patreon Only) Live Podcast: Comparison and Imposter Syndrome
A real, raw, and rogue conversation about how comparison and self doubt sneak up on artists, and how to kick them to the curb. Hang out with us live and be part of the discussion.
Time: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Join: https://www.patreon.com/c/rafiwashere

November 28 | 2026 Calendar Release Party, Public Livestream
Grab a drink and join us online as we reveal our brand new 2026 art calendar. We will share behind the scenes stories, sneak peeks, and probably a few accidental tangents.
Time: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/live/yEGZ_4qj8CQ

November 29 | Small Business Saturday Pop Up at Clifford’s
Support local art and check a few gifts off your list. We will have art, jewelry, and all kinds of goodies ready for you.
Location: Clifford’s, 19 E 1st St, Oil City, PA
Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

November 30 | Artist Sunday Pop Up at Clifford’s
Round out your weekend of supporting small and artsy with another day of fun, shopping, and creative shenanigans.
Location: Clifford’s, 19 E 1st St, Oil City, PA
Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Bundle up, grab your favorite scarf, and let’s make some creative memories before the snow starts flying. November is shaping up to be a whirlwind of art, laughter, and gratitude. We cannot wait to share it with you.

Stay warm, stay weird, stay rogue.
Rafi and Klee

We had an absolute blast at the Pumpkin Painting Party at The Exchange last night! And I have come away a changed man. I’ll admit, when we first set everything up, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I’ve been part of a lot of art events, but pumpkin painting? That felt like stepping into uncharted territory. As we laid out the brushes, paints, and water cups, I caught myself thinking, “Is this really art or just seasonal chaos?” Turns out, it was a little of both… and it was glorious.

Two individuals smiling inside a venue decorated for a pumpkin painting party. Several pumpkins are arranged on tables, and there are art supplies visible. Large windows showcase the evening cityscape. — The is my pre-game pensive look.

I’ll be honest with you, I wasn’t really sure what to expect. As we were hauling out the supplies, I was a little pensive. I mean, I’ve never painted pumpkins before, and I never really considered it high art. (Yeah, I know, that sounds like something an art snob would say, but hear me out.)

Pumpkins just seemed like a novelty thing. You paint a goofy face, you laugh, it rots, end of story. But after last night, I have officially changed my mind. Some of the creations people came up with absolutely blew my mind. From pumpkin elephants with ears to surreal faces and big personality-filled expressions, these things were art. Real art.

A group of people engaged in pumpkin painting at a lively indoor event, surrounded by art supplies and colorful pumpkins.

A group of people engaged in a pumpkin painting activity, surrounded by brushes, paints, and completed pumpkin designs on a table.

Three people painting pumpkins at a table during a pumpkin painting party, with various paint supplies and pumpkins on display.

And that’s when it hit me: a work of art on a pumpkin is temporary. You know it’s not going to last forever, and somehow, that gives you permission to just let go. No overthinking, no perfectionism, no “will this fit my portfolio?” nonsense. Just pure, unfiltered creative joy. People were experimenting, laughing, and diving right into that magical zone where you forget time exists.

That’s the beauty of art. Sometimes the most meaningful creations are the ones that aren’t meant to last. It’s about the moment, the laughter, and the community of weird, wonderful humans who show up to make something awesome together.

Group of people engaged in a pumpkin painting party, with one person in conversation and pumpkins on the table.

Participants engaged in a pumpkin painting activity at a table, showcasing colorful designs on pumpkins, with brushes and paint supplies around them.

Two men smiling and posing with a painted elephant pumpkin at a Halloween-themed painting party. The background shows a festive atmosphere with other attendees and art supplies on tables.

I even lost two brushes to someone’s creativity when they were convinced by another creative to use the brushes as tusks on their elephant pumpkin. It was so inventive that I couldn’t even be mad about it. In fact, I was so impressed that I forgave the brushes immediately. They had fulfilled their artistic destiny.

A little advice for other creatives out there:
Don’t wait for the “right” project or the “serious” opportunity to make something. Grab whatever’s in front of you, even if it’s a pumpkin, and create with reckless joy. Art doesn’t always have to hang in a gallery or last a lifetime to matter. Sometimes the act of creating is the masterpiece.

In fact, we had so much fun that we’re doing another painting party next week on October 29th at 5PM, and this time it’s open to the kiddos too. Which means it’s going to be beautifully chaotic, full of imagination, wild color choices, and probably more paint on faces than pumpkins. Reserve your spot now: art@exchangeoc.com

Can’t wait to see what everyone creates next.