The April 2nd Thursday reception had a few surprises. The first was a little pair of Easter egg cakes and a glass of syrah in honor of Gallery Secretary Joan Crice birthday. Members and guests sang their version of the birthday song raising their glasses in salute. Great fun!

Joan Crice celebrating her 80th birthday!

Neighborhood Wines by Leroy Schoot held a surprise fully organic wine by Klickitat Canyon Winery.  Also featured were a choice selection of reds from Syncline Wine Cellars and a very special white from Kestrel Vintners called Pure Platinum. Leroy passed out dollar off coupons for a bottle of wine from the Goldendale IGA store (Red Apple). There is a always a group around the table to discuss whatever is current news. Come join us for wine tasting and delightful snacks, study the art displays and catch up on the latest news.

April Second Thursday Reception

Home and Garden Show – April 18 and 19

April’s show at the gallery corresponds to the Goldendale Regional Home and Garden Show that will be held April 18 and 19 at the Klickitat Fairgrounds in Goldendale. The gallery will have a large vendor space that will include arts and crafts from members plus we will have art demos by one or more of our members.  This is a first for Goldendale and it is FREE. The gallery will display art and crafts related to the Home and Garden theme and is always free.

Home and Garden Show

Arts and Crafts Show

Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour – May 2 and 3, 2009

We have five local artists who are going to participate in the Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour here in Goldendale, May 2 and 3.

• Beth Poirier, Fiber Arts Studio will have numerous weavings
• Arlene Larison will have paintings and notecards at her home studio
• Charlotte Van Zant-King will have her new studio open featuring her colorful artworks
• Pat Farrer will open Pat’s Place studio featuring her works of art
• Cindy Bluemel will have her Golden Frame and Photo shop open displaying her paper works and framing materials.

The gallery is open and has tickets with maps available.  Tickets are for two persons, good both days and cost $25.  This event covers many Gorge Artists studios including Hood River, The Dalles, Troutdale, Goldendale and more.