It’s Second Saturday!
The Rappahannock community and visitors alike are encouraged to experience a sampling of the artistic talent and creativity in our beautiful county this Saturday, March 11 — the Artisan Trail’s “Second Saturday” Open Door Event.
This is just the first Second Saturday of the season. It’s a monthly opportunity for the members of the Trail to collaborate on special promotions, classes, demonstrations, and open their studios.
We turn to Patti Brennan, Rappahannock’s talented stained glass and mosaic artist — and the Artisan’s Trail blazer — for this Saturday’s lineup of open houses and events:
Belle Meade B& B:
“Footloose”, the musical. Dancing isn’t a crime, but missing “Footloose” would be. Presented by Belle Meade School. March 11, soup & bread at 1:15 p.m., show at 2:00 p.m. Adults: $20, students: $15. Also at Belle Meade take a tour of Belle Meade B& B and farm, stay for 2 nights and receive $20 off for each night. All farm products 10 percent off.
Blue Ridge Artisans:
Two events featured: DKArtFelt (Artist, Dabney Kirchman) is offering Wool Worry-Stone Workshop (hand-made felt!) Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Cost: $35.00.
Spirit Trail Fiberworks:
Artist Jennifer Heverly is offering a Learn to Knit Workshop, a free 30-minute knitting lesson with the purchase a beginner’s knitting kit. Lessons will begin every half hour, available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Additional 10 percent off all Spirit Trail Fiberworks purchases made in-studio on March 11.
Hughes River Trading Co.:
Artist Margaret Rogers is having a demonstration on the Secrets of Intaglio Printmaking ~ Methods, materials, & press. Rogers will explain and demonstrate by pulling prints. Prints will be for sale in the gallery and coffee tasting room in the Roastery. Coffee and Art! What could be better? No Fee. Demo time: Noon to 4:30 p.m.
Ridge Line Designs LLC:
Artist Gina Irwin you will find a wide variety of vintage and estate jewelry, a large selection of Native American and handmade “one of a kind” pieces by Gina Irwin. Gina’s Beaded Necklaces are on sale for Second Saturday. Time 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., no fee.
Middle Street Gallery:
Tn art reception for “Haiku”! The Middle Street Gallery Artist members will exhibit their work accompanied by “Haiku”. Opening Reception March 11, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Rappahannock Cellars:
Come and get your glass engraved by local artist Patty Sevre! Cost varies by design and detail of what you want engraved. Patty can engrave any glass including wine glasses and wine bottles (yes, even full ones)! Time: 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
➤ To find out more information about the Second Saturday “Open Door Tour” go to www. opendoortour.org blog and select Rappahannock County Artisan Trail, where you will find links to these participants member page. As you travel about the county, keep an eye out for the yellow “Open Door Tour” banners, which help identify the locations for March. If you are interested in joining the Artisan Trail, please contact Patti Brennan at 540-9878615