The Estes Arts District Presents… FIRST FRIDAY! Art Groove & Hospitality Drop Stops
Join us on Friday, June 7th starting at 5pm to enjoy gallery socials thru the village. Your local galleries have acquired new artwork for the summer season. Come see what’s new. There are a variety of happenings such as live music, tasty snacks, art demos, show openings and artists to chat with about their work. Bring a friend or come and meet some new friends and perhaps find a delightful piece of art to take home with you.
Collect gallery marks on a Groovy Gallery Travel Card for a chance to win 4 VIP wristbands for the June 25th Friends of Folk Festival. VIP wrist bands offer Free Food, Free Drinks & Free Festival swag.
How to enter drawing:
1. Get a Groovy Gallery travel card. 2. Get a minimum of 4 different gallery signatures. 3. Add your contact information. 4. Turn in your signed travel card. 5. Done!
More event details at www.estesartsdistrict.org
June 7th Participating Galleries
Images of Estes Park
181(B) W Riverside Drive –
(Next to Oppa Asian Bistro)
Come celebrate with photographers Alan and Leanne Shadduck at their grand opening party in their new gallery space. They offer unique local wildlife & landscapes on an assortment of print media. Complimentary snacks and beverages will be provided.
5pm - 8pm
The Studio Fine Art & Framing
541 Big Thompson Ave -
(behind Theater/Stanley Village)
New works from artists Greg Miles and K.C. Benson. Great art, hip music, fun food, delicious people. Be there. Aloha.
5pm - 8pm
The Art Center of Estes Park
517 Big Thompson Ave -
2 Show Openings:
“The Language of Weaving” show features Estes Park fiber artist Chris Switzer, basketry artist Linda Lugenbill of Colorado Springs, and weaver and tapestry artist David Johnson of Thornton, Colorado.
“FACE of Fiber in the Rockies 2019” is an invitational-juried show of fiber by artists from all over the country. These participating artists were nominated by fellow fibers artists for their excellent quality and creative approach to textile art. Some of the artists are new to fiber while others have worked many years refining their skills. These artists portray the best in the fiber world today. The “Winners Circle” highlights some of the award winning artists from FACE 2018. Join the celebratory reception from 5:00-8:00PM, with an awards ceremony at 7:00PM. We welcome you to join us for this event which is free and open to the public.
5pm - 8pm
Earthwood Artisans
360 E. Elkhorn Ave -
Join the party. You will find American-made pottery, jewelry, photography, prints, paintings, art glass, metal art, wind chimes, stained glass and more. Tasty snacks and beverages will be provided during this town wide FIRST FRIDAY! Art Groove event.
5pm - 8pm
Aspen and Evergreen Gallery
356 E. Elkhorn Ave -
Join us for a fantastic evening of art and entertainment. This month artist Patrick Kochanasz will be working live in the gallery. We will also have music by The Neilson project and many local artist on hand to meet.
5pm - 8pm
Earthwood Collections
141 E. Elkhorn Ave -
Show Opening - Meet widely collected local Fine Art Illustrator Brooke Connor. Plus enjoy a free Live Jazz concert with Max Wagner (Sax) and Stu MacAskie (piano). Complimentary food and refreshments will be served. Bring a friend and have some fun. You never know what you might see during this Fun town-wide art event.
5pm - 8pm
Stop in for a Drop!
Enjoy a true taste of Colorado along the FIRST FRIDAY! Art Groove route. Try a tasting or a flight at the recommended local Craft Beverage Establishments.
-Rock Cut Brewing Co - Groovy Specials plus a twelve tap selection.
-Snowy Peaks Winery - Tasting room open until 7:30pm, Live music with KC Groves 4:30-6:30
-Elkins Tasting Room – New down town location at 137 E Elkhorn - Colorado style Whisky
-Lumpy Ridge Brewing Co - Art on Display, the Art of Wade and special guest artist Michael Beckstrom.
-Vino Giú – Chocolate, Wine, Cheese, Charcuterie and VitaJuwel
Come out and see beautiful artwork plus enjoy a true taste of Colorado.
