Community Calendar

Katie Frey graduated from Walla Walla University with an English and Art degree and worked as a teacher for years before deciding to step into begin art as a full time career. She primarily paints landscapes and animals as her artwork is inspired by her time spent in nature. She also finds inspiration in the textures and patterns of rocks & plants, and both the ease & energy of wild animals. Katie wants her watercolors to look as spontaneous and joyful as it feels when she creates them.

Stop by Pottery Place Plus in the Historic Liberty Building this August to see Katie's beautiful watercolors ~ stop by First Friday August 1st to meet Katie in person!

Constants explores the shifting balance between what holds steady and what is always in flux. Using a combination of painting and collaged imagery, I reflect on how our lives are shaped by both enduring constants and the ever-changing variables of perception, experience, and the shifting social, political, and natural landscapes we inhabit. These layered mixed-media paintings give form to the complexities inherent in being alive, using a blend of representation and abstraction to explore the tension between the known and the mysterious, the material and the immaterial, and the constant interplay between the everyday and the cosmic.

During the month of August the Liberty Gallery features paintings by artist Lauren Urlacher of her favorite flower, the dahlia. Her hyper-realistic floral paintings invite viewers into a tranquil moment of stillness. In a fast-paced world, Lauren’s art offers a calming pause, encouraging mindfulness through close observation of nature’s intricate details. Her August show titled “Dahlia Days of Summer” celebrates the peak season of dahlias in Spokane when we see the biggest and best of these blooms.

Stop by the Historic Liberty Building to meet the artist on August 1st from 5-8:30 pm.

Katie Frey graduated from Walla Walla University with an English and Art degree and worked as a teacher for years before deciding to step into begin art as a full time career. She primarily paints landscapes and animals as her artwork is inspired by her time spent in nature. She also finds inspiration in the textures and patterns of rocks & plants, and both the ease & energy of wild animals. Katie wants her watercolors to look as spontaneous and joyful as it feels when she creates them.

Stop by Pottery Place Plus in the Historic Liberty Building this August to see Katie's beautiful watercolors ~ stop by First Friday August 1st to meet Katie in person!

Constants explores the shifting balance between what holds steady and what is always in flux. Using a combination of painting and collaged imagery, I reflect on how our lives are shaped by both enduring constants and the ever-changing variables of perception, experience, and the shifting social, political, and natural landscapes we inhabit. These layered mixed-media paintings give form to the complexities inherent in being alive, using a blend of representation and abstraction to explore the tension between the known and the mysterious, the material and the immaterial, and the constant interplay between the everyday and the cosmic.

Photography and music by Bill and Kathy Kostelec at the Historic Harrington Opera House!

See darkroom prints of Harrington and hear music in the American Roots tradition, at the beautifully renovated opera house in the historic eastern Washington farming town of Harrington.

The Kostelec's photography has won numerous awards/honors and exhibited at some of the area’s finest galleries. As respected songwriters/musicians, their Blue Ribbon Tea Company music has graced stages at fine venues throughout the Northwest and aired on many radio shows including NW Public Radio's Inalnd Folk.

Doors open at 6 pm for photo reception
Music starts at 7 pm
Free refreshments at music show intermission
Admission by donation of any amount to the Harrington Opera House Society

The Spokane Handweavers Guild invites the public to admire a stunning display of one-of-a-kind, handwoven items made by members and offered for sale for your own enjoyment or as unique holiday gifts. This FREE, two-day event takes place at the Barrister Winery in downtown Spokane. Choices range from household linens, such as kitchen towels and table linens, to scarves, shawls, other accessories, and more. There is something for everyone at prices for every budget. Your purchases help support the guild's community outreach and educational programs. www.spokaneweavers.org • www.barristerwinery.com