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“Future of Vermont” Explored in Montpelier June 4th Art Walk
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Downtown Montpelier will be Alive with artists, musicians and visionaries on Friday, June 4th during Montpelier Alive's second 2010 Art Walk. All are invited to stroll, free of charge through a variety of downtown venues from 4 to 8 pm where visual and performing arts will be on display including a performance by the Main Street Middle School's Glee Club and an exploration of the role of technology in information gathering hosted by The Times Argus.
The June Art Walk is themed “Future of Vermont” and will be positioned parallel to The Vermont Arts Council's ART OF ACTION collection, on display in the Vermont Supreme Court Gallery from 4 to 7 on the same night.
Art walk programs, listing participating venues and artists will be available at venue locations throughout Montpelier.
Events
A. City Center
89 Main Street. 5:30 to 6 p.m.
Main Street Middle School Glee Club, MSMS Students performing to 4-5 of their favorite tunes. Directed by Brandy Pombar. Sponsored by Community Connections. FREE
B. Guitar Sam
71 Main Street. 229-0295.
Live Music, performed in the window during Art Walk until 7 p.m. Musician TBA. FREE
C. The Times Argus
117 Main St. 479-0191.
The Changing Face of Community Journalism, Rob Mitchell and Steve Pappas talk about how technology is reshaping how they gather news. Open during Art Walk ONLY. FREE
D. Bear Pond Books
77 Main St. 229-0774.
Dear Mr. President, a participatory window display. Come and write a postcard or short letter. Let your voice be heard in Washington! Open until 9 p.m. FREE
Venues
Did You Know…. Montpelier? This 14-stop self-guided tour of historic sites, complete with little-known facts about people, places and events that shaped our city.
1. The Kellogg Hubbard Library
135 Main St. 223-3338.
The Art of Creative Aging, a juried show sponsored by the Council on Aging. Closes at 5:30 p.m. on Fridays.
2. Birchgrove Baking
279 Elm St. 223-0200.
Cake! Amanda’s current artwork has inspired Jen’s creative cake decorations. Meet both artists! Reception until 6 p.m.
3. Tulsi Tea Room
34 Elm St. 223-0043.
The Gold Thread, Lisa Masé’s collages. Images represent the human capacity for renewal and the alchemy of creativity, weaving together the golden strands of experience. Open until 8 p.m. during Art Walk only.
4. The Cheshire Cat
28 Elm St. 223-1981.
Deborah Reger, Corinth-based fiber artist and activist with her colorful hand-painted clothing, flags and banners. Reception until 8 p.m.
By Debora Reger
5. The Shoe Horn
8 Langdon St. 223-5454.
TBA, please stop by and view the art display inside the store. Artist unannounced at press time.
6. The Knitting Studio
97 State St. 229-2444.
Cari Clement, founder of Rwanda Knits, a non-profit organization that establishes knitting cooperatives to help marginalized women in Rwanda to earn a living. Reception until 8 p.m.
7. Vermont Historical Society Museum
109 State St. 828-2291.
Freedom and Unity explores Vermont history and To Life! celebrates Vermont Jewish women. Before considering Vermont’s future, learn about its past! The museum will be FREE from 4 to 8 p.m. during Art Walk ONLY.
8. The Governor’s Office
109 State St, 5th Flr. 828-0749.
Mixing It Up, land conservationist Annette Lorraine blends watercolor & work. Opening Reception 3 – 7 p.m. Photo ID required.
9. Vermont Supreme Court
111 State St. 828-0749.
The Art of Action: Shaping Vermont’s Future Through Art, “Curator’s Choice” show featuring 25 works from this groundbreaking collaborative project, Gala Reception 4:30 – 7 p.m.
By David Brewster
10. Vermont Arts Council
136 State St. 828-5423.
Meryl Lebowitz’s oil paintings ranging from the realistic to the surrealistic, often combining photographs with the painted image. Landscapes, restaurants, friends and family. Reception until 7 p.m.
By Meryl Lebowitz
11. The Book Garden
50 State St. 229-9999.
New works and fine art iconic portraits by Rick Powell. Accompanied by Nylon string guitarist David Kraus and chromatic harmonica player John LaRouche perform jazz.
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By Rick Powell
12. Salaam Boutique
40 State St. 223-4300.
Johnson State College student Amanda Hallock of East Montpelier will present a variety of her current projects.
By Amanda Hallock
13. The Mens Store
30 State St. 223-8600.
Group Show – Artists who have previously shown at TMS present a varied group show. Music provided by local DJ's until 8 p.m.
14. Restaurant Phoebe
52 State St. 262-3500.
Vermont paintings , Three Sisters Birch Tree Series by Annie Gould. It’s all about the color and light! Vibrant pastel landscapes. Through July. www.anniegould.com. Viewing until 6 p.m.
By Annie Gould
15. Capitol Grounds
27 State St. 223-7800.
The Green Bean Art Gallery presents: "Natural Paths: A Portrait of Vermont's Rivers, Roads, & Forests" paintings by Kari Meyer. For more info contact: artwhirled23@yahoo.com. Opening Reception until 7 p.m.
By Kari Meyer
16. City Hall (1st floor hall)
39 Main St. 229-9416.
Macro and Nature Photography by Kelly Walsh. Snowshoeing, sledding, rambling from Vt to California. Framed images, prints & photocards for sale. Contact: kellyewalsh@gmail.com. Reception until 8 p.m.
By Kelly Walsh
17. The Drawing Board
22 Main St. 223-2902.
On the Beach, a brand new series by Ray Brown of abstract oil paintings inspired by drawings of organism matter on tropical beach.
By Ray Brown
18. The Savoy Theater
26 Main St. 229-0598.
Seeking Vermont, photographic perspectives through Annie Tiberio Cameron's viewfinder on Les Vert Monts and New England. www.AnnieCameronPhotography.com Work also at Artisans Hand Gallery, Montpelier.
By Annie Tiberio Cameron
19. Rhapsody Natural Foods Café
28 Main St. 229-6112.
Cacao, Coffee & Sugar Cane: 3 Sacred Plants of the Global South, botanical photography exhibit by herbalist Sandra Lory.
20. Artisans Hand Craft Gallery
89 Main St. 229-9492.
New Works, featuring new prints by Daryl Storrs, Scott Duffy's new furniture, many other new creations. Opening reception & tasty sampling from "It's Arthur's Fault!" 5-7 p.m.
By Daryl Storrs
21. City Center
89 Main St. 229-9446.
Free Range, new oil paintings by Maggie Neale, some with embedded fabrics. Abstract with land forms and river influences from her residency at Fort Can. Closing reception 5-8 p.m.
By Maggie Neale
22. The Skinny Pancake
89 Main St. 262-CAKE
Green Works, multi-media works by Lele Genovesio. Influenced by travels, culture, and nature emphasize the infinite beauty of the macro and micro worlds.
23. T.W. Wood Gallery & Arts Center
36 College St. 828-8743.
Current Work, by Catherine Hall & Axel Stohlberg in the Main and South Galleries. In the Wood Room, work by Thomas Waterman Wood. Opening reception on Friday May 28th, 5-7 p.m.
Various Locations
PAST ART WALKS
Venues that participated in April Art Walk are:
Adorn!
Artisas Hand Craft Gallery
Artists Resource Association (at City Center)
Aubuchon Hardware
Bear Pond Books
Birchgrove Baking
The Book Garden
The Drawing Board
Capitol Cope
Capitol Grounds
The Cheshire Cat
City Hall Arts Center
Guitar Sam
Kellogg-Hubbard Library
The Men’s Store
Restaurant Phoebe
Rhapsody Natural Foods Café
Salaam Boutique
The Shoe Horn
The Skinny Pancake
Splash Naturals
The Times Argus
Vermont Historical Society Museum
The Governor's Office
Vermont Art Council
Vermont Supreme Court