"Shop Local" ~ Pantry Opens in Valleyford, Washington

Taking the words "Shop Local" to heart, On Sacred Ground Coffee, at Valleyford, Washington, recently added a "pantry". Check out these prices and save time and money.

Western Family whole corn, peas and string beans, 75 cents per can
Hamburger Helper,     $1.25
Kraft Macaroni & Cheese,   $1.40

For you tea loves, On Sacred Grounds Coffee, Tea & Speciality Shoppe has become an embassy for the Republic of Teas. We carry a large selection. Individual reusable bags for sale, only $2.

New Winter Hours

Monday - Saturday
6 AM  to 4 PM

"All American: Art Songs and Musical Theater" November 9, 2013 at Dahmen Barn

On Saturday, November 9, Artisans at the Dahmen Barn presents All American: Art Songs and Musical Theater at 7:30 pm.  Brian Carter, tenor, with Juliana Witt on piano perform music by Aaron Copeland, Arthur Farwell, Richard Hundley, Stephen Sondheim and Richard Rodgers.  Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for students.  Children 12 and under are free.

A native of High Point, North Carolina, Brian Carter is an Instructor of Music at Washington State University where he teaches Studio Voice, Vocal Literature, Diction for Singers, Musical Style in Composition, and Rock History and Social Analysis.  He recently completed his Doctorate degree at the University of Michigan.  Carter has appeared locally as a soloist for the Washington-Idaho Symphony and the Palouse Choral Society and also both nationally and internationally.  Juliana Witt is a teaching assistant at Washington State University and has performed with chamber groups, duos, a university band, jazz ensemble and musical theatre productions.

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a non-profit creativity center in Uniontown, in the big white barn behind the famous iron wheel fence.  The facility is fully handicap accessible and has no daily admission fee.  It is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm.  Information:  www.artisanbarn.org or 509-229-3414.

 

Registrations Due by by November 6, 2013 for Laurel Macdonald Holiday-Card Workshop at Dahmen Barn.

Moscow artist Laurel Macdonald is holding a holiday card workshop for adults at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn in Uniontown on Saturday, November 9, 2013, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Participants will use 4X6 linoleums, cut out an image, and hand-print onto heavy paper. More linoleums can be used to add successive images and colors. Words can be cut out and printed onto the card.

Techniques and products shown will make this a project you can do at your kitchen table!  No experience is necessary, but the cutting process will require some arm strength.  Students bring some drawings or photos with images no larger than 4x6; all other supplies are provided.

The cost is $45 with registrations required by November 6, 2013.  Please call 509-229-3414 or use the online registration at the top of the calendar page at www.artisanbarn.org to register.

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a non-profit creativity center on highway 195 in Uniontown in the big white barn behind the famous iron wheel fence.  The facility is fully handicap accessible and has no daily admission fee.  Open hours are 10 am to 6 pm Thursday through Sunday.  Information:  www.artisanbarn.org or 509-229-3414

 

Artist's Reception November 3, 2013 at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn for "Hone For The Holidays" Exhibitors

An exhibit titled "Home for the Holidays" opens November 1, 2013, at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn and runs through December 29, 2013. The artist reception will be held on Sunday, November 3 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

 

Both resident artists and invited artists will display new works. Items in a wide array of media will be on display - pottery, birdhouses, photography, pastel paintings, textile art and mixed media. 

Our resident artists were challenged to create something out of all the left over frame clips from metal picture frames.  For years Julie Hartwig, exhibit coordinator, has been framing and has accumulated a large box of metal frame clips. She challenged the artists to come up with something made from them. Some have been incorporated into paintings and others have been made into 3-D objects.

Everything is for sale and as the holiday season progresses from fall to Christmas, new pieces will be added. 

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a non-profit creativity center in Uniontown on highway 195 in the big white barn behind the famous iron wheel fence. The facility is fully handicap accessible and has no daily admission fee. It is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm. Information: www.artisanbarn.org or 509-229-3414.

 

Free Thick Black Plastic in Palouse Washington October 27, 2013

There will be thick black plastic available (free) on Sunday October 27, 2013, in the area between the museum and the City Hall,  120 East Main, [City map] in Palouse, Washington. Available between noon and 3 p.m. or whenever you see it there.

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Registration Deadline October 27, 2013 for Len Seoli Wood Turning Class, November 10, 2013

:    Register for wood turning workshop by October 27

 

 

This is a one day class sponsored by Artisans at the Dahmen Barn where experienced wood turners will learn to be exacting in the use of tools to produce a nice finish on the wood, and to make a box with a tight fitting lid.  The workshop is taught by master wood artist Len Zeoli, and will be held in his Uniontown workshop from 9 am to 4 pm on Sunday, November 10.  The cost is $105 with all tools and materials provided.  Please register by October 27 by calling 509-229-3414 or using the online form on the top of the calendar page at www.artisanbarn.org.

Registraton Due October 23, 2013 for Katherine Clancy's Encaustics Workshop, October 26, 2013

Learn to paint with pigmented wax at the Dahmen Barn

On Saturday, October 26, 2013, from 10 am to 2:30 pm resident artist Katherine Clancy will lead a workshop in encaustics at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn in Uniontown.

Encaustics is an ancient medium dating back to the early Egyptians.  A medium of beeswax, damar and pigment are melted and then applied in the liquid form to a wood surface.  Metal tools and brushes can be used to manipulate the wax surface. Other materials can be collaged into the surface.  You do not need to be an “artist” to work in this medium, it has limitless possibilities.  Students bring collage materials of their choice and a heat gun if they have one.  The cost is $55 which includes all supplies for creating two encaustic pieces. Registrations are required by October 23.  Call 509-229-3414 or use the online form at the top of the calendar page at www.artisanbarn.org to register.

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a non-profit creativity center in Uniontown on highway 195 in the big white barn behind the famous iron wheel fence.  The three storey facility is fully handicap accessible and has no daily admission fee.  It is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm.  Information:  www.artisanbarn.org or 509-229-3414.

: Hog Heaven Big Band Final 2013 Performance at the Dahmen Barn, October 26, 2013

The Hog Heaven Big Band, an energetic 16 piece swing band, will play tunes from the Great American Songbook at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn on Saturday, October 26 from 7:30 to 9:30pm.  The band has played on the Palouse for decades and regularly at the Dahmen Barn since it opened in 2006.  This is Hog Heaven's last performance at the Barn until spring 2014.  The cost is $8 for a couple, $5 for a single.

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a non-profit creativity center in Uniontown on highway 195 in the big white barn behind the famous iron wheel fence.  The three storey facility is fully handicap accessible and has no daily admission fee.  It is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm.  Information:  www.artisanbarn.org or 509-229-3414.

2013 Haunted Palouse ~~ Beginning October 18, 2013

The 2013 Haunted Palouse -- Get Your Scare On!

Friday, October 18th
Saturday, October 19th
Friday, October 25th
Saturday, October 26th

RSVP by October 13, 2013 for Pre-concert Event to "Encore!" October 20, 2013

"Prelude to Encore!", scheduled at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn on Sunday, October , 2013. from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., is a pre-concert wine and hors d'oeuvres event to the Palouse Choral Society's performance "Encore!" at the St. Boniface Catholic Church in Uniontown later that day, and is held in collaboration with Basalt Cellars of Clarkston. 

Enjoy a glass of white or red wine or sparkling cider along with an array of creative hors d'ouevres prepared and served by our Artisan Barn Board members.  Additional wine will be available no-host.  Admission is $15.  Please RSVP by October 13 by calling 509-229-3414 or emailing shopatthebarn@lewiston.com.  

To learn more about the Palouse Choral Society, its performances and to purchase tickets, go to www.palousechoralsociety.org. 

 

Palouse Patchers Fall Retreat October 16-20, 2013

Palouse Patchers Fall Retreat -- Palouse Patchers Quilt Camp

 

Camp N-Sid-Sen is on the east side of Lake Coeur d’Alene, 100 miles from Moscow, 9 miles north of Harrison.

October 16-20, 2013
http://www.palousepatchers.org/quilt-camp/

Friends of the Spokane Valley Library Book Sale October 5, 2013

Friends of the Spokane Valley Library Book Sale Saturday, October 5, 2013, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.

Preview sale - Friday, October 4, 3:00 - 5:00 pm - $10 donation/admission. 

Proceeds from book sales support various library programs, activities and services. Thank you to our Friends for their ongoing dedication and support of Spokane County Library District libraries!

The Friends of the Libraries hold several book sales and programs throughout the year. Please check here often to view updates.

For additional information on Friends’ activities or to learn how to become a Friend of the Library, please contact any of our 10 libraries, or visit our Friends page.
 

Old-time Scandinavian Music at Dahmen Barn, October 5, 2013

 

On Saturday, October 5, 2012, at 2:00 pm, Nordic Spirit from Olympia, Washington will play old-time Scandinavian music at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn in Uniontown.  Nordic Spirit will share their passion for Scandinavian music and remind the audience that toe tapping, clapping and smiling are encouraged!

This lively music features traditional tunes from Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland. Jane and Jeff Anderson will perform in authentic costumes and Scandinavian refreshments will be for sale at intermission. The cost is $10 at the door.

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a non-profit creativity center in Uniontown on highway 195 in the big white barn behind the famous iron wheel fence.  The fully accessible facility is open Thursday through Sunday with no daily admission fee.  Information:  www.artisanbarn.org or 509-229-3414.

"drafthorse" Wants Stories and Visual Art About Work and/or No Work

Writers, if you have some good "work stories" sitting around here is a market for you. drafthorse is a literary journal about work and non work.

The editorial mission states, "drafthorse is a biannual online publication of fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, visual narrative, and other media art where work, occupation, labor ~~ or lack of the same ~~ is published.

"drafthorse welcomes unsolicited literary manuscripts and visual art. Work submitted in February, March and April will be considered for the summer issue. Work submitted in August, September and October will be considered for the winter issue.
"Our constant theme is 'work and no work.'"Submission guidelines  detail what the editor of drafthorse is looking for. For examples, double click on the text beside the picture to read a complete story. In Non-fiction category, "Coal," by Paul Pekin is a good read.

 

RSVP by September 30, 2013 for 1st Annual Dinner and Beer Tasting at On Sacred Grounds, October 4, 2013

 

1st Annual Dinner and Beer Tasting at On Sacred Grounds on Friday, October 4th, 2013, in Valleyford, Washington.

Beginning promptly at 5:30 p.m. in On Sacred Grounds Dining Room, it includes a three-course dinner and sampling at least 3 micro-brews that will be paired with each course, along with informative narration by Rick Bonino, of the Spokesman Review.

Cost:   $25 per person/$45 per couple. Reservations required by September 30th, 2013.

Special Face-book promotion! Just ask to be included in a special door-prize drawing worth over $25!

Palouse Country Cowboy Poetry on tap at Dahmen Barn September 29, 2013

Palouse Country Cowboy Poetry provides "A Roaring Good Time!" at the Dahmen Barn Sunday, September 29, 2013,  from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Palouse Country Cowboy Poetry Association will perform cowboy poetry, music and song at the Dahmen Barn in Uniontown.

Come and have "A Roaring Good Time" with this fun group.  Performing at the afternoon event are J.B. Barber, Dave Nordquist, Dick Warwick, Bodie Dominguez, "Farmer" Dave Fulfs and Hal Olson.

Dick Warwick won a first place silver buckle in a national competition at an annual National Cowboy Poetry Rodeo where competitors came from all over the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

Admission is $7 at the door.

 

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a non-profit creativity center in Uniontown on highway 195.  The three storey facility is fully handicap accessible and has no daily admission fee.  It is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm.  Information:  www.artisanbarn.org or 509-229-3414.

Hog Heaven Big Band Returns to the Dahmen Barn on September 28, 2013

 
After a summer break, the 16 piece Hog Heaven Big Band will return to the Dahmen Barn on Saturday, September 28, 2013, playing tunes from The Great American Song Book.

 

Come to dance or listen and watch some expert dancers from 7:30 to 9:30 pm.  Admission is $8 for couples and $5 for a single.

 

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a non-profit creativity center at 419 N. Highway 195 in Uniontown.

Hyper-Formance Jazz Dance Club Classes Begin Last Week in September

BE ON TV!

BE IN A THEATRICAL PLAY!

DANCE & ACT!

 

Beginning the last week of September  Hyper-Formance Jazz Dance Club Classes will be held around Spokane County, including at Moran Prairie.

• Be in an Original Theatre Production
• Participate in Year-round Community Events
• Be in a LIVE Performance at the BING in March
• Be seen on Channel 14, year round
• Classes will be held all around Spokane county
• Starting the Last week of September
• Ages 4 to 84, male and female
• Bring your whole family.

A 501(c) (3) charter Club, Hyper-Formance continues to evolve as an official 4H club. Call for more information: (509) 448-5423.

"Our philosophy is a simple one, if a child wants to learn to dance or perform with us, then he may, regardless of age, gender, financial status, physical or mental disability. There are no auditions, other than placement. Each child is a full member of this unique arts experience.

 

"The Club mission is to 1.) promote and increase involvement in dance and drama, 2.) put on performances to demonstrate student abilities to a wide public and to increase student stage potential, and 3.) to construct a nucleus for future contributions to the dance and dramatic arts society. All individuals interested in the fields of dance and drama are eligible for membership.

 

"We also continued growing in our 4H family  ...  We are especially pleased when those who have never danced before join forces with us."

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Palouse Patchers Exhibit at Dahmen Barn and Latah County Fair

Palouse Patchers is a quilting group based in the Inland Pacific Northwest community of Moscow, Idaho with approximately 175 members of all ages, who come from the surrounding communities of the Palouse region of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho.
During the month of September quilts by the Palouse Patchers on the theme of "Elements: Water, Earth, Wind and Fire" is on display in a Dahmen Barn Exhibit.  Scroll here to read the background of this beautiful quilt.
 

The origin of Palouse Patchers, according to a local historian, began with women who got together many years ago to make aprons such as those pictured here.

 

Palouse Patchers monthly meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month, September through December, and February through June, at the Latah County Fairgrounds Exhibit Building at 1021 Harold Street, Moscow, Idaho. Social hour begins at 6:30 and the meeting begins at 7:00 p.m. Latah County Fair, September 12-15, 2013, Moscow, Idaho.

Pay a visit to their webpage for links to a calendar of events, their newsletter, background about this remarkable group, and much more.