Shrewsbury Fall Fest: Sat. Oct. 16, 2010

On Saturday October 16, the historic borough of Shrewsbury PA will hold its annual Fall Festival on Main Street north of the square. I will display my paintings from 10-4 that day. Arts, crafts, live music & food will be offered. Antiques shops will be open for browsing. Plenty of parking is available behind the fire station off West Forrest Avenue. Come enjoy the crisp colors of autumn & the quaintness of small town life. For more info: http://www.visitshrewsburypa.com/

October Art Display at Arthur Hufnagle Library, Glen Rock

Fourteen of my paintings will be on display during the month of October at the Arthur Hufnagel Public Libraryof Glen Rock32 Main StreetGlen Rock, PA 17327Phone: 717-235-1127

Library Hours: Mon. & Tue. 11 am – 4 pm; Wed. & Thu. 10 am – 4 pm; Mon. through Thu. 6 pm – 8 pm; Fri. - Closed; Sat. 9 am – 4 pm

Artisan Marketplace of Adams County

The Artisan Marketplace of Adams County will take place October 1-30, 2010, at Gunnar Galleries, Gettysburg. Ten of my paintings will be shown along with many other artist's & crafter's creations during the month of October. Meet the artists on Friday Oct. 1, 6-9pm and Saturday Oct. 2, noon-3pm. Gunnar Galleries at the Sewing Factory, 26 W. 4th St., Gettysburg, PA 717.334.2484 Gallery Hours: Wed,Thu, Fri, 10-6; Sat noon-6; Friday Oct.1, noon-9pm.
Artisan Marketplace of Adams County is a partnership of the HACC's Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies and Gunnar Galleries.

Art Day at Wallace Cross Mill

I spent all day Saturday painting the view from the 3rd floor doorway of Wallace Cross Mill near Stewartstown. It was warm up under the metal roof but I'd rather be too warm than too chilly. I enjoyed chatting with visitors who made their way up the steep narrow steps. My 8x10 painting doesn't merit a frame but it was a pleasant way to spend an afternoon. Volunteers turned on the millworks a dozen times for the benefit of visitors, making the building tremble. It was as if the mill came alive, grumbling & creaking... I tried to imagine the miller operating such equipment 24/7 which they said was the case in its heyday. It was still running
commercially as recently as the 80s.

Long's Park Art & Craft Festival

On Labor Day I spent several hours enjoying the remarkable variety of arts & crafts at Long's Park Art & Craft festival, one of the top 10 nationwide. Weather was perfect, neither too hot nor too chilly with zero rain all weekend long. It's a show I may apply to in 2011. Four days is a long event but the setting in gorgeous, show is well-organized & crowds are enthusiatic. For further info or to see what you missed: http://www.longspark.org/art.html

York Fair: Demo Painting in Old Main Building: September 10-19, 2010

Has it been nearly 12 months since the '09 York Fair? It doesn't seem possible; however, I am gearing up for an exciting stretch of demonstration painting in the Old Main Building. A display of my paintings will be located just inside the doors on the southwest entrance of the building. You may stop by to Top photo by Chris Knight - Patriot News; Bottom photo by Ray Olewiler watch & chat, then check back on my progress later in the day. If I am not sitting at my easel, you may find me on the opposite side of the room, pointing out to fairgoers, paintings & artwork done by my students & grandchildren. My tentative schedule is Fri-Sun: 10-1, 2-5, 6-9; Mon-Wed 2-5, 6-9; Thursday: off.

In addition to a variety of arts & crafts, you will see entries of photographs, sewing, needlework, quilts, antiques, 4-H & Home Ec projects. Beyond the pumpkin tent, don't miss Horticulture Hall, showcasing an aromatic assortment of fruits, vegetables, flowers, eggs, & home products such as jellies, honey, baked goods & decorated cakes. Be sure to enjoy delicious funnel cakes and milkshakes from Schnader's refreshment stands out on the York Fair midway(see photo.)

Mt Gretna Show August 21-22, 2010

2010 marks the 36th year for the Mt Gretna Outdoor Art Show, which will be held Saturday & Sunday August 21 & 22. I consider it a topnotch show & plan to apply in 2011. Several times in the late 80s & early 90s my work was part of the show in this quaint, artsy community & the enthusiastic crowds made it quite worthwhile. Parking is always a challenge but there is a field in which to leave your car & possibly a shuttle so you don't walk your legs off before you pay for admission. FYI: There had been a maverick show sprouting in a field adjacent to the parking area. The quality of most of the crafts was inferior to the official show vendors. I wonder if the maverick display pops up annually, like mushrooms after rain...
Check this link to the official show:
http://www.mtgretnaarts.com/