Come downtown to celebrate the arts and artists during our monthly art walk. 4 – 7 pm with live music continuing later. First Friday events are free unless noted, and all are welcome! [Above image: Kim Young jewelry which will be on display at Wings ‘n Willows]
1. BENDER’S SHOES
Hosting Bob Beaver of Fish Frames LLC. Bob was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2015 and uses his creativity and woodworking skills as an avenue to express his thoughts to others.
2. MACROSTIE ART CENTER
Celebrating the opening of “Intersection: Reconnecting Through Clay” – with ceramic works by Bob DeArmond, Karen Keenan, and Ray Shelerud. Reception from 4 – 7 pm with an artist talk at 6pm.
3. STAINED GLASS WITH CLASS
Paul Durocher is a local artist whose work is eclectic, robust, and varied. His art as a quest to capture creation in realistic and engaging ways through painting and creating heirloom leather goods. Paul’s work features primary oil paintings and mixed medium acrylic and oils to include a good mix of many subjects from landscapes to portraits and “favorite memories.”
4. OLD CENTRAL SCHOOL
- ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE – 3rd Floor
Donna LaBeau will present a watercolor demonstration at 5 pm and Fire in the Village will have hands-on printmaking activities.
- LORA: AFFIRMATION ORCHESTRA – 2nd Floor
LoRa utilizes a variety of instruments—such as bowls, small gongs, drums, conch shells, dream pipes, and tuning forks— to create a unique atmosphere where vibration merges with creativity, fostering mindfulness and connection. Attendees are invited to write affirmations on canvas, or paper, inspiring spontaneous spoken word, or song.
- BUFFALO PLAID COFFEE COMPANY – Parking Lot
Locally roasted coffee – grab a cup or a bag of beans!
5. UNWINED UP NORTH
Featuring The Chocolate Dog with homemade chocolate truffles from 3-6 pm and Todd Newman with live music from 6-8 pm.
6. FRAME UP
Hosting watercolor painters Jane Latimer and Denise Latimer. Come make a collage card. All ages welcomed with materials and instruction provided — just bring your hands and imagination!
7. WINGS ‘N WILLOWS ART GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAMING
Kim Young will be showing her Saami-inspired bracelets made of many colors of reindeer leather, reindeer antler buttons, and pewter (silver and tin) thread and her handpainted with new colorful designs.
8. THE EVERGREEN
Showcasing work by local artists Karen Olson Pottery, Tamarick Designs, Carol Bowman Photography, and DJP wood products.
9. RAPIDS BREWING
Fire in the Village presents a Zaka’an Celebration including a fashion show, block printing, and live music with David Huckfelt and Annie Humphrey starting at 8 pm. Tickets available online.
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