“Whodunnit Downtown?” It was Pirate Peggy Preston! That’s who traveled back in time and stole Captain C.R. Silverbeard’s Chrome Key for his silver treasure chest to help her cousin! She was the red lipstick wearing student of Professor Hattie Hallmark. That pair of heirloom earrings from her distant cousin let her go through the Wells’ time portal and bring pirates to Sequim.
Kelly Olson of Sequim picked her and won the big prize! Thank you everyone for playing tonight!
First Friday Art Walk Sequim
January 8, 5 – 8 p.m.
(Yes, it is the second Friday just this month.)
Various Venues in Sequim WA
SequimArtWalk.com
January 8 Art Walk Color Theme is SILVER with hints of black and white to celebrate the New Year filled with hope, reflection, and idealistic goals for the future. The sparkly color of silver represents shimmering mindfulness, untarnished resilience, imaginative aspirations, revolutionary receptiveness, honorable dedication, and skyward modernism. To create inclusion between venues, artists, and audience, everyone is encouraged to participate in the Art Walk’s monthly color themes as a fun community activity in any creative form they wish to express it.
First Friday Art Walk Sequim is a fun and free self-guided tour of local art venues in Sequim on the First Friday of every month from 5 – 8 p.m. Visit online at SequimArtWalk.com as your resource to download and print your own map, find out what special events are happening, links, and how you can be part of art. Our mission is to create approachable and accessible art and cultural venues that encourage the community to connect and celebrate expression and diversity.
Initiated in 2006, this encouraging and educational arts event is sponsored and produced by unique as you / Renne Emiko Brock-Richmond.
Special events for January 8:
The Sequim-Dungness Valley Chamber Merchant Group and First Friday Art Walk Sequim presents the Fourth Annual “Whodunnit Downtown? – The Case of the Chrome Key” Mystery Game for a fun-filled evening as we step back in time into the 1940’s to collect the clues about the suspects who have fallen through time travel gateways and solve the crime to win a big prize.
The story is set in 1946, the Atomic Age emerged and by chance temporal portals through time and alternative universes opened in Sequim. Pirate Captain C. R. Silverbeard’s locked silver chest was found in a farmhouse overlooking the City of Sequim and Strait of Juan De Fuca. The chest from the past became a shiny curio on display at a local spice and tea shop. The treasure chest can only be opened by Silverbeard’s Chrome Key stolen from him in 1776. Treasure hunting adventurers and pirates from the present, past, and Neo-Victorian times will gather in Sequim this January 8th evening to reveal who stole the Chrome Key that unlocks this pirate plunder.
Adventure around the Art Walk venues to mingle with the suspects in our mystery game and discover why they might have Captain C. R. Silverbeard’s Chrome Key starting at 5 PM. You can solve this crime that crosses time and space by finding clues at these local businesses: A Dropped Stitch at 136 S 2nd Ave., Blue Whole Gallery at 129 W Washington St., BrokersGroup Real Estate at 219 W Washington St., Cedarbrook Lavender Farm Shop at 134 1/2 W Washington St., Hart’s Fine Books 161 W Washington St., Local Yarn Shop at 213 E Washington St., Mia Bella at 130A N 3rd Ave., Museum & Arts Center at 175 W Cedar St., Olympic Lavender Co. at 120 W Washington St., Purple Haze Lavender Shop at 127 W Washington St., R & T Crystals ‘n’ Beads at 158 E Bell St., Sequim Spice and Tea 139 W Washington St., Solar City at 135 W Washington St., That Takes the Cake at 171 W Washington St., and Wind Rose Winery at 143 W Washington St.
Can you solve this mystery? Fill out your game card, enter it at Sequim Spice and Tea at 139 W Washington St., and be part of the prize drawing for the correct answer at 7:30 PM. No purchase necessary. Must be 21+ to win. Need not be present to win. Winner drawn by random and prizes donated by local Sequim Businesses. The first game card drawn with the correct answer wins the big prize of treasured and educational experiences including a Two Night Stay at the Seaview Vacation Rental from Cedarbrook Lavender and Herb Farm, One Cake Decorating Class from That Takes The Cake, A Knitting Class from A Dropped Stitch, Two tickets + T-Shirts to Purple Haze Daze from Purple Haze Lavender Farm, 30 Minute One-On-One Class with MacTraders, “Sequim~Dungeness Valley” by Katherine Vollenweider from the Museum & Arts Center, sea glass earrings of historic cobalt blue in sterling silver from West Coast Sea Glass, and more!
Visitors and sleuths to the “Whodunnit Downtown?” and Sequim Art Walk are encouraged to dress in our themed colors of silver, black, and white, as well as, in 40’s era, steampunk, or in pirate garb. It is not required, but dressing up makes the evening more fun and festive.
A new Three Dimensional Sculpture Exhibit presented by the City Arts Advisory Commission is in the Sequim Civic Center lobby at 152 W Cedar St. The exhibit includes 19 pieces of artwork in a variety of medium that were created by 12 local artists.
Museum & Arts Center at 175 W Cedar St. has a special preview and book signing with author Katherine Vollenweider for her book “Sequim~Dungeness Valley” with all proceeds being donated to the Sequim Museum.
Blue Whole Gallery at 129 W Washington St. opens the New Year with a special group show of wood artisans titled “Woodn’t It Be Amazing!” Carved, turned, painted and reclaimed wood is the highlight of this show. Karin Anderson and Bud Bowling demonstrate a touch of whimsy in their recycled wood assemblage; Christian Speidel, creates out of this world, highly polished orbs, while Carl Baker focuses on unique heritage; Joyce Volmut invites viewers to her exquisitely detailed world of birds; David Tinsley’s human sized driftwood sculpture comes to life; while Debbie Cain’s carved gourd art delivers delicate images of nature. Together, these seven wood artisans will showcase original pieces in the gallery’s front windows, capturing the beauty and versatility of wood and connecting the community to trees and plants, symbols of our Pacific Northwest.
Live Celtic folk music with Mary Tulin with award winning artfully crafted wines at Wind Rose Cellars at 143 W Washington St.
A Dropped Stitch at 136 S 2nd Ave. you learn something new at their free drop in knitting and felting classes during the Art Walk! A Dropped Stitch showcases local fiber artists and instructors in a shop full of amazing fiber, yarn, and classes for gifts and a lifetime of creative enjoyment.
Hart’s Fine Books presents Trent LaCour on piano at 161 W Washington St.
Cedarbrook Lavender Shop at 134 1/2 W Washington St. celebrates the New Year with everything in the shop 15% off with treats and hot tea.
Mia Bella at 130A N 3rd Ave. features art by George Zien, Pat Gordon, Pam Kauffman, Pricilla Patterson, Brim Leal, J.P Lee, and Josh ‘Yeti” Wright.
R&T Crystals and Beads has fine jewelry demonstrations from Paulette Hill and Gail McLain at 158 E Bell St.
Local Yarn Shop at 213 E Washington St. has live music with the Chip Dixon Band and a Navajo spindle spinning demonstration.
Sequim Spice and Tea at 139 W Washington St. displays Craig Robinson’s delightful hand painted furniture and try a sample of their seasonal teas and spice mixes.
Olympic Lavender Co. at 120 W Washington St. is featuring TERRI JONES Watercolors and their own USDA Certified Organic lavender farm products.
That Takes the Cake creates colorful and unique cupcakes and cakes that are works of art at 171 W Washington St.
Inspire art in the young with creative books, supplies, and toys at Dungeness Kids Co. at 163 W. Washington St.
Enjoy these venues during the First Friday Art Walk including Olympic Theatre Arts (OTA) at 414 N. Sequim Ave., Alder Wood Bistro at 139 W Alder St., Pacific Pantry at 229 S Sequim Ave., Nourish at 1345 S Sequim Ave. South of HY101, Heather Creek at 122 W Washington St., Rainshadow Roasting Company at 157 W Cedar St., Galare Thai at 120 W Bell, Solar City’s Tesa Boutique & Tanning Retreat at 135 W Washington St., Fieldnotes at 123 E Washington St., and Sequim’s Sunshine Café at 145 W Washington St.
To create inclusion between venues, artists, and audience, everyone is encouraged to participate in the Art Walk’s monthly themes as a fun community activity in any creative form they wish to express it. January is silver, February is red, March is green, April is pink, May is aqua, June is white, July is purple, August is yellow, September is blue, October is orange, November is brown, and December is gold.
Thank you for your support and if you want to learn more or find out how you can participate on the First Friday Art Walk Sequim, please contact Renne Emiko Brock-Richmond at 360.460.3023 or renne@uniqueasyou.com
Please like our Facebook Page
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First Friday Art Walk Sequim
December 4, 5 – 8 p.m.
Various Venues in Sequim WA
www.sequimartwalk.com
December 4 Art Walk Color Theme is GOLD! Gold is the color of our star Sol as we celebrate the Winter Solstice and the return of the sun during December. The bright, shiny color of gold represents rekindled optimism, lifelong relationships, kindhearted deeds, wealth, adoration, and warm gatherings. You will find works of art and folks supporting the option to dress in shades of gold or interpretations of this festive time of year to celebrate harmony, illumination, and hope as they enjoy an evening on the town with family, friends, and guests who join our welcoming community.
First Friday Art Walk Sequim is a fun and free self-guided tour of local art venues in Sequim on the First Friday of every month from 5 – 8 p.m. Visit online at www.sequimartwalk.com as your resource to download and print your own map, find out what special events are happening, links, and how you can be part of art. Our mission is to create approachable and accessible art and cultural venues that encourage the community to connect and celebrate expression and diversity.
This encouraging and educational arts event is sponsored and produced by unique as you / Renne Emiko Brock-Richmond.
Special events on December 4:
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be strolling the sidewalks to share holiday cheer!
New Venue on the Art Walk! Mia Bella at 130A N 3rd Ave. has joined the Art Walk showcasing gift giving artwork by George Zien, Pat Gordon, Pam Kauffman, Pricilla Patterson, J.P. Lee, and Yeti ranging from water color, acrylic, ink work and metal work. Start the season of festivities at Mia Bella with holiday refreshments and handmade goodies!
New Venue on the Art Walk! Olympic Lavender Co. at 120 W Washington St. has their grand opening for their new downtown shop during the Art Walk. They are an USDA Certified Organic lavender farm, make all of their own products, and an “Olympic Lavender Heritage Farm” that is 20 year old.
Art Walk finale reception for Gallery on the Walls which showcases Sally Cays and Patricia Taynton at 128 E Washington St. inside the Sequim Vision Center. Gallery on the Walls has been an excellent venue with stunning works by Sally and Patricia with creative gifts and artwork.
Live Rock, Blues, and original music with Jake Reichner with award winning artfully crafted wines at Wind Rose Cellars at 143 W Washington St.
Spun into gift giving gold! Discover art and gifts created by the hands and hearts of local fiber artists at the Museum & Arts Center at 175 W Cedar St. Find something for yourself or an one-of-a-kind present of fine art, wearable art, accessories, housewares, yarn, fleece, and fuzzy fun.
Hart’s Fine Books at 161 W Washington St. welcomes author Jonathan Evison 5 to 6:15 p.m., signing his latest novel “This is Your Life, Harriet Chance!” Evison’s novels “All About Lulu”, “West of Here” set around the Elwha Dam, and “The Revised Fundamentals of Caregiving”, soon to be a film starring Paul Rudd, are also in stock for purchase and signing. Later in the evening on the baby grand from 6 to 8 p.m., Burke Garrett brings verve to selections from the years when Harriet Chance would have been in her prime. Burke Garrett started his first band in 1955 at age 16. He continued to refine the “Burke Garrett Orchestra” for nearly 15 years, travelling throughout the NW territory playing swing music, blues and jazz. After a career ranging from concert promotion to resort marketing, he now devotes his time to playing and singing the classic evergreen songs from the Great American Songbook.
Blue Whole Gallery at 129 W Washington St. presents their “Annual Holiday Group Show” filled with a wonderful selection of original art and unique gifts. Choose from paintings, photographs, ceramics, pottery, fused glass, Holiday cards and ornaments, jewelry, fiber art, sculpture of wood, drift wood, gourd, mixed media, and more created by Blue Whole Gallery artists.
A Dropped Stitch at 136 S 2nd Ave. showcases local fiber artists and instructors in a shop full of amazing fiber, yarn, and classes for holiday gifts and a lifetime of creative enjoyment.
Enjoy Craig Robinson’s delightful hand painted furniture and artwork at Sequim Spice and Tea at 139 W Washington St. and try a sample of their seasonal teas.
Todd Fisher’s playful and vibrant artwork is on display at Rainshadow Roasting Company and enjoy local micro-roasted coffee and art at 157 W Cedar St.
That Takes the Cake inspires holiday cheer with colorful cupcakes that are art at 171 W Washington St.
Inspire art in the young with creative toys at Dungeness Kids Co. at 163 W. Washington St.
The City of Sequim CAAC hosts a tree lighting event 4 to 6 p.m. at the City Hall Civic Center at 152 W Cedar St.
Enjoy these venues during the First Friday Art Walk including Olympic Theatre Arts (OTA) at 414 N. Sequim Ave., R&T Crystals and Beads at 158 E Bell St., Alder Wood Bistro at 139 W Alder St., Cedarbrook Lavender at 134 1/2 W Washington St., Pacific Pantry at 229 S Sequim Ave., Nourish at 1345 S Sequim Ave. South of HY101, Heather Creek at 122 W Washington St., Galare Thai at 120 W Bell, Solar City’s Tesa Boutique & Tanning Retreat at 135 W Washington St., Fieldnotes at 123 E Washington St., Local Yarn Shop at 213 E Washington St., and Sequim’s Sunshine Café at 145 W Washington St.
To create inclusion between venues, artists, and audience, everyone is encouraged to participate in the Art Walk’s monthly themes as a fun community activity in any creative form they wish to express it. January is silver, February is red, March is green, April is pink, May is aqua, June is white, July is purple, August is yellow, September is blue, October is orange, November is brown, and December is gold.
Thank you for your support and if you want to learn more or find out how you can participate on the First Friday Art Walk Sequim, please contact Renne Emiko Brock-Richmond at 360.460.3023 or renne@uniqueasyou.com
Please like our Facebook Page
First Friday Art Walk Sequim
November 6, 5 – 8 p.m.
Various Venues in Sequim WA
www.sequimartwalk.com
November 6 Art Walk Color Theme is BROWN! Brown is the color of fall harvest and abundance, the turning of the leaves, and seasonal spicy treats. The solid color of brown represents steadfast friendships, family trees and bonds, deep roots and supportive branches, and comforting homesteads. You will find works of art and folks supporting the option to dress in shades of bountiful brown or representations of hearth and harvest as they enjoy an evening on the town with friends and family.
First Friday Art Walk Sequim is a fun and free self-guided tour of local art venues in Sequim on the First Friday of every month from 5 – 8 p.m. Visit online at www.sequimartwalk.com as your resource to download and print your own map, find out what special events are happening, links, and how you can be part of art. Our mission is to create approachable and accessible art and cultural venues that encourage the community to connect and celebrate expression and diversity.
This encouraging and educational arts event is sponsored and produced by unique as you / Renne Emiko Brock-Richmond.
Special events November 6:
Engage with local fiber artists at “Fostered Fiber – Remembrance, Remnants & Mentors” the 2015 North Olympic Fiber Arts Festival Juried Exhibition at the Museum & Arts Center at 175 West Cedar St. This year the exhibition theme is about expressing the dedication to cloth, cherished memories, and mentorship with gifts of knowledge and kindness, while cultivating interest in generations to come in the practice of fiber arts creation and sharing of abundance. From first attempts to work with thread, yarn, and fleece to refined finished objects of art, the fiber works that tell stories of fostering learning and living are desired. The “Fostered Fiber – Remembrance, Remnants & Mentors” exhibition includes Judy Anderson, Aleta Lynn Baritelle, Catherine Bilyard, Renne Emiko Brock-Richmond, Kathleen Dwyer, Season D. Evans, Liisa Fagerlund, Janette L. Finfrock, Susanne F. Foster, Muff Fregia, MarySue French, Janet Green, Stan Green, Pamela Hastings, Isamar L. Heras, Beth A. Hutmacher, Celeste Kardonsky Dybeck, Susan S. Kroll, Mary Liebsch, Cathy MacGregor, Donna L. McMillen, Mikie M. Morris, Kathryn Myers, Serena Mylchreest, Sherry Nagel, Susan Nylander, Pat Oden, Judy Ramos, Cheryl Reed, Marilyn Reinarz, Susanne Scott, Nora Shapiro, Gloria Skovronsky, Kerry Smith, Marielle Snyder, Peggy St. George, Jenny Stice, Marla Varner, and Mary Ellen Wells.
Hart’s Fine Books presents fine artist Erica McClain, book artist Jean Wyatt, and DJ Jason Dalziel playing jazz and classics on a vintage victrola at 161 W Washington St.
Live bluegrass, folk and rock music with Joy in Mudville with award winning artfully crafted wines at Wind Rose Cellars at 143 W Washington St.
Olympic Theatre Arts (OTA) at 414 N. Sequim Ave. is featuring guitarist, singer, and songwriter, Jake Reichner, from 5:30 to 7:30 for the theatre company’s OFF Stage (OTA First Friday) event. Reichner performs original music inspired by nature and art while exploring musical genres including folk, country, classic rock and even rap. Immediately following Reichner’s performance, OTA will be presenting on Main Stage the classic comedy “The Man Who Came to Dinner” beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Blue Whole Gallery at 129 W Washington St. featured Katherine Loveland, photographer, and Jan Tatom, fiber artist, with “Art of Elegance” sharing the artists’ inner eyes, ability to capture nature, and skills that have been fostered over years. Their art will take viewers to the world of fine art filled with joy.
Enjoy Craig Robinson’s delightful hand painted furniture and artwork at Sequim Spice and Tea at 139 W Washington St. and try a sample of their unique teas and salts.
R&T Crystals and Beads has fine jewelry demonstrations from Paulette Hill and Gail McLain at 158 E Bell St.
Todd Fisher’s playful and vibrant artwork is on display at Rainshadow Roasting Company and enjoy local micro-roasted coffee and art at 157 W Cedar St.
A special event during the Art Walk includes watercolor paintings by Lyn Smith at Starbucks at 680 W. Washington St.
Gallery on the Walls showcases Sally Cays and Patricia Taynton at 128 E Washington St. inside the Sequim Vision Center.
That Takes the Cake inspires sweetness with colorful cupcakes that are art at 171 W Washington St.
Inspire art in the young with creative toys at Dungeness Kids Co. at 163 W. Washington St.
Enjoy these venues during the First Friday Art Walk including Alder Wood Bistro at 139 W Alder St., Cedarbrook Lavender at 134 1/2 W Washington St., Pacific Pantry at 229 S Sequim Ave., Nourish at 1345 S Sequim Ave. South of HY101, Heather Creek at 122 W Washington St., Galare Thai at 120 W Bell, Solar City’s Tesa Boutique & Tanning Retreat at 135 W Washington St., Fieldnotes at 123 E Washington St., Local Yarn Shop at 213 E Washington St., and Sequim’s Sunshine Café at 145 W Washington St.
To create inclusion between venues, artists, and audience, everyone is encouraged to participate in the Art Walk’s monthly themes as a fun community activity in any creative form they wish to express it. January is silver, February is red, March is green, April is pink, May is aqua, June is white, July is purple, August is yellow, September is blue, October is orange, November is brown, and December is gold.
Thank you for your support and if you want to learn more or find out how you can participate on the First Friday Art Walk Sequim, please contact Renne Emiko Brock-Richmond at 360.460.3023 or renne@uniqueasyou.com
Please like our Facebook Page
http://www.facebook.com/sequimartwalk