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AUGUST 24, 2017 // 21 TAKE AN ART & ANTIQUES SUMMER STROLL OCEAN PARK, WASH. — Ocean Park Art & An- tiques invites you to take a summer stroll down Bay Avenue 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26. Seven locations scattered along the Beach to Bay path will open their doors to vis- itors intent on discovering the treasures this eclectic group of artists and shop- keeps have on display. Though most shops have everyday hours, the walk fea- tures a few extras: live music, visiting artists, demonstra- tions and special sales. Friendly folk, the beach and bay steps away and a beautiful drive. Come and enjoy the best days of sum- mer with us. Wiegardt Studio Gallery 2607 Bay Ave. Eric Wiegardt demonstrates plein air painting in the studio’s garden at 1 p.m. For one day only, all items in the gallery are 20 percent off. Beach Home Old and New (aka The Barn on Bay) 2311 Bay Ave. Bonnie Lou Cozby is bringing a gathering of fairy folk and mini dragons to the tent she will perch along the Beach to Bay path. Joining her is jewelry artist Debbie Haugsten. SUBMITTED PHOTO Mosaics and clay are the me- dia of choice at Bay Avenue Gallery’s working studio. SUBMITTED PHOTO Visitors are encouraged to bring along comfy beach chairs to enjoy the 1 p.m. plein air painting demo by Eric Wiegardt. SUBMITTED PHOTO SUBMITTED PHOTO Members of the local spinning and weaving group, the Peninsula Fiberistas, will be on hand to demonstrate their skills at 10 a.m. inside Adelaide’s. Alissa Stevens demonstrates a patina technique using Dix- ie Belle chalk paint at Forgot- ten Treasures Antiques and Collectibles Mall. Rosa’s Treasure Chest 1410 Bay Ave. New to the group, Rosa Accuardi has organized live ukulele music in front of her shop featuring “Things you want … nothing you need.” Apartments 1406 Bay Ave. Sue Raymond has invited beloved local artist Janet Herring to the gallery for the afternoon. Her- ring is known for her cranberry vine baskets. Multiple artists show at the gallery, and the studio is always hopping with creativity. Adelaide’s 2217 Bay Ave. Andrea Weir’s new oil paintings are featured along with a special sale on the fused glass pendants she and husband, Sven Weir, are known for. 1401 Bay Ave. Colleen Smith offers the best of everything delicious … coffee and beverages, sandwiches, proper desserts, chocolate candy and ice cream — lots of ice cream. There is a fantastic yarn shop inside the historic Taylor Hotel building, as well as a gathering of artists and authors on the covered porches. 1904 Bay Ave. Thirty-five diverse dealers in two buildings along with “The Wizard” (aka Vincent Stevens) and his tent of wonders … Alissa Stevens demon- strates a patina painting technique using chalk paint and Molly and Cameo welcome all. Franklin Bay Avenue Gallery Weir Studios Forgotten Treasures Antiques and Collectibles Mall The Visit the group’s Face- book page, Ocean Park Art & Antiques, for more information and links to the artists and shopkeeps on the tour. Maps are available at PHOTO BY BONNIE LOU COZBY Bits of this and that, a pot of paint, crystals, glass jars, silky rib- bons and more have been gathered. Fairies and dragons will soon have new homes to “light” in. Photographer Bonnie Lou Cozby offers a touch of magic in the Barn on Bay tent located right off the Beach to Bay path. the Ocean Park Area Cham- ber of Commerce, The Long Beach Peninsula Visitors Bureau and all locations. See you at the beach! SUBMITTED PHOTO A close-up of Andrea Weir’s oil painting “Stampede” 20 LANDSCAPE $ BARK (U-HAUL) per yard WARRENTON FIBER 861-3305 The most valuable and respected source of local news, advertising and information for our communities. eomediagroup.com Mon-Fri, 8 am -5 pm 389 NW 13 th St. Warrenton Providing Elegance & Efficiency to Downtown Astoria for Over 100 Years 1432 Franklin Avenue Easom Property Management, Inc. 503-325-5678
