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Art classes open to all

Jan 12, 2017

A local artist is offering two low-cost art classes in an effort to bolster Lake City’s arts community. Pat Swanson holds free sketching classes every Tuesday from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church. There is no charge for the sessions, but participants must provide their...

St. John’s art show opens at library

Oct 26, 2016

The Lake City Public Library was a popular place on the evening of Monday, Oct. 17. Many families came to see art on display which was created by the students at St. John’s. Each student in preschool through eighth grade made a piece of art for library patrons to view and appreciate. The artists...

Frontenac State Park to host fall color art events

Sep 29, 2016

Everyone is invited to Frontenac State Park’s “Fall Colors – An Artist’s Palette” on Saturday Oct. 22 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can join in with professional, amateur and beginning artists in sketching the panoramic view of Lake Pepin from the park overlook. Park visitors can see the...

Alley Spruced

Sep 22, 2016

A new multi-faceted mural has gone up in the Old Bank Bar smoking patio. Muralist Colleen Irhke of Elgin (at right) worked with the staff on the concept, which evolved as she worked. For example, the Packer and Viking bulls initially butted heads in a tropical setting, but that was later changed to...

Water Ski Days 2016 buttons available around Lake City

Jun 9, 2016

Lauren Kaartinen holds up one of the buttons for the 45th annual Water Ski Days celebration coming to Lake City June 24-26. Kaartinen’s design (see detail below) of a water skiier being towed by a friendly mystical being was chosen for this year’s button. Buttons retail for $3 and are available at...

Fair weather for art fair

Jun 2, 2016

People strolling down Washington Street had stores on one side and art booths on the other Sunday, May 29, during the third annual Washington Street Arts Festival. The festival has had weather challenges in the past but storms held off this year until after the 5 p.m. close.

12 Artists to Show Work on Sunday

May 26, 2016

A dozen artists will show and sell their work Sunday, May 29, during the third annual Washington Street Art Fest. The number of artists who will take part is double from last year, said Kathy Jo Rodester, one of the event organizers. There will be 12 artists with displays. There were six last year...

The Old Curmudgeon - 5-26-16

May 26, 2016

It all happened so fast! Suddenly, school was out! Memorial Day only hours away! The Rustic to open tomorrow (Friday)! The Washington Street Art Fair will take over a portion of that street so you can see what artists here have been doing over the long, cold winter. That event is scheduled for all...

Bluff View Kindergarten and Sixth Grade Clay Art Show Opening

Apr 14, 2016

Opening of art show featuring clay artwork of Bluff View Elementary School kindergarten students. Refreshments served by the Friends of the Lake City Library. The art will be on display at the library through April 29.

Anderson Center exhibition to feature 3 artists April 8

Mar 31, 2016

On Friday, April 8, people are invited to the Anderson Center for the opening of a special exhibition of paintings and sculptures by three acclaimed regional artists: David Culver, Barbara McIlrath, and Leslie Pilgrim. This event is free and open to the public. The evening will begin with a...

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