| Aug |
| 26 |
| 7:00 pm |
The City of Normandy Park Arts Commission will be holding an Artists Reception for Kris Vermeer on Thursday, Aug. 26th for a “conversation with the artist in truly enjoyable surroundings.”
Here are the details:
WHAT: Artist Trust “Meet the Artist” Events
WHEN: Thursday, Aug 26th from 7pm – 10pm
WHERE: Normandy Park City Hall , located at 801 SW 174th Street.
INFO: Please RSVP your attendance for the opening to 206-248-8248 or artscomm@ci.normandy-park.wa.us
“The Normandy Park exhibition of ‘Kris Vermeer’ is sponsored by the City of Normandy Park Arts Commission with financial contribution from Arts Commissioner Robert Frey.
This exhibit will be on display in City Council Chambers until August 31, 2010.
Kris works in a variety of mediums. Her love of ancient cultures is apparent in all that she does, whether she works in glass, painting or sculpture. What makes Kris’s work unique is her incorporation of sand into many of her paintings. Some originals have hand-cut steel to add extra dimension.”
| Mar |
| 6 |
| Mar |
| 7 |
Ric Jacobson is the Des Moines Rotarian in charge of lining up the largest line-up of wineries – 25 – in the six year history of the Poverty Bay Wine Festival, which is coming to the Landmark Event Center in Des Moines on March 6th and 7th.
Ric reports that the following Northwest wineries will be at the festival on Saturday and Sunday to serve the guests. If you taste a wine you want to take home, bottles will be for sale at the event. All proceeds of the sale of wine will go directly to the Rotary Club of Des Moines, who use the funds for the many great things they do for the community.
The following wineries will be in attendance for the event:
- Canyon’s Edge
- Chandler Reach
- Covington Cellars – NEW
- Coyote Canyon Winery – NEW
- Burien’s own E.B. Foote Winery (WLB Advertiser)
- Eaton Hill
- Erin Glenn
- Fall Line
- Five Star Cellars
- Fort Walla Walla Cellars – NEW
- Kestrel – NEW
- Knipprath – NEW
- Masset Winery
- Otis Kenyon
- Page Cellars
- Pondera – NEW
- Sleeping Dog
- Sodo Vino – NEW
- Stina’s Cellar
- Two Vintners – NEW
- Vashon Winery
- Vin du Lac – NEW
- Waving Tree
- Willis Hall
- Windy Point
Des Moines Rotarian, Dave Loft, in charge of food and goodies at the Poverty Bay Wine Festival has lined up the “best of the best” for food and snacks for wine-fest guests:
- Des Moines’ Anthony’s HomePort
- Des Moines’ Salty’s at Redondo
- Charley’s on Central Avenue in Kent
- Cafe Pacific Catering
- Forte Chocolates
- Kauzlarich Smoked Products
- Panera Bread
- Poverty Bay Coffee
- Waters to go
- Redondo Fred Meyer
- Archery Bistro
- Elliot Bay Brewery
The sixth annual Poverty Bay Wine Festival is surely the hottest ticket in town – well lots of towns, surrounding Des Moines. Your ticket includes fun, music, wine, food and even beer, all presented in the historic and magnificent Landmark Event Center (aka Landmark on the Sound), which is located at 23660 Marine View Drive South in Des Moines.
Tickets for the event are just $20 in advance from CorkyCellars (206-824-9462), Des Moines Drug or your local Des Moines Rotarian.
Parking and free shuttles will be available in the South Marina Parking lot.
All attendees must be 21 years of age and photo ID is required.
Click here for more information.
The Highline Historical Society is holding an online auction fundraiser, which runs until Tuesday, Dec. 15th, and offers local restaurants, foods, trips and unusual experiences – all perfect gifts for the holidays, all the while supporting a great local cause.
You can access the auction here:
www.highlinehistory.cmarket.com.
Proceeds from the auction will benefit the ongoing programs and activities of the Society, including their capital building campaign for the new Highline Heritage Museum on their property in “Old Burien.”
“We cannot thank our local vendors enough for their participation. I encourage everyone to take a look at the website and support the Society by bidding on something fun for the holidays,” said Terry Anderson, Society President.
The new Highline Heritage Museum, designed by Rohleder Borges Architects, will be located on the Southwest corner of SW 152nd Street and Ambaum Blvd. SW, where Karuna Yoga Arts is currently housed.
The online auction is hosted by cMarket, which is the country’s leading provider of non-profit online auction services. On any day there are as many as 200 cMarket auctions underway online nationwide. With their secure servers and a growing number of community-minded vendors, more and more shoppers are finding that this is an excellent way to shop close to home for the holidays and to also assist a worthwhile local charity.
| Sep ’09 |
| 26 |
If it’s September, it must be time for the third annual Oktoberfest at Burien’s Elliot Bay Brewhouse and Pub (a returning NPB Advertiser) – that’s right, following in the German tradition, Oktoberfest starts in September! Big difference is that the Germans celebrate for 16 days, into early October.
Elliott Bay’s celebration will take place on Saturday, Sept. 26th.
Michael Goldsmith, General Manager of Elliott Bay, sat down with NPB last week to lay out their plans to be a part of Burien’s Oktoberfest. The aim is to provide the city of Burien and surrounding area with a “family friendly area-wide celebration in the broadest sense.”
“We’re really excited about the music,” said Michael. “We’re presenting live music inside and outside from 2-9pm.”
Here’s a line up of the bands:
- Mellifluous Zephyrs will be playing traditional German Polka music on wind instruments
- Jonathan Kimball will play Folk/Blues and Acoustic
- Sunderlyn, “a powerpop altrock band” according to their website
In addition to the music, Elliott Bay has developed a special Oktoberfest Menu. In the true Oktoberfest tradition they’re setting up beer tents outside with “festival-style tables.” This means that you may have to sit with strangers, but the more you get into the spirit of Oktoberfest, the less strange they might be to you.
Elliott Bay is Burien’s only award-winning brewery, making the beers their customers enjoy right on the premises. Such popular local beers as:
- B-Town Brown
- Highline IPA
- Hop von Boorian
This family-friendly neighborhood pub offers a full pub menu, large party facilities, tournament-sized shuffleboard tables, along with party platters and beer to go. Monday-Wednesday they’re open to from 11am-10:30pm. Thursday-Saturday ’til midnight. The kitchen closes 30-minutes before the doors are locked. On weekends they open up early for brunch at 9:30am. They’ve also got a great happy hour with great happy hour food and beers.
If you can’t wait ’til Elliott Bay’s Oktoberfest, stop by and give ‘em a try. Then stop back on Saturday, Sept. 26th and enjoy the fun, food, ice cold beer, music…and make some new friends!
You’ll find Elliott Bay Brewhouse and Pub at 255 SW 152nd, right at the corner of 4th Ave SW. For more information, call (206) 246-4211 or visit their website here.
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by Janet Grella
Everyone who knows me knows that I’m studying Italian and that I love all things Italian. So when I heard that native Italian artist Maria Grazia Repetto had moved to the area, I just had to meet her and hopefully talk a little Italiano with her.
My husband Michael joined us for dinner at Osteria da Primo, where Carlo and Lindsay made a fellow Italiana feel welcomed. Fortunately Michael was with us, as he served as translator part of the evening (my Italiano has barely made it past Buona Serra, Bongiorno Buona Notte and Ciao!).
Having just returned from two years of painting frescoes for homeowners and businesses in Arizona, Maria settled with a friend in Normandy Park. She joined us for dinner on a recent Tuesday night.
Her journey to our area began 12 years ago when she visited her college-aged son in Seattle. She loved the lushness, beauty and summer weather here.
“I could live here,” she thought.
So she went back to Milano, collected her 12-year old son, procured a visa and moved to Seattle. She spoke no English, and relied on connections with Italian speakers and her young sons to help her open a shop, begin a business and began working her art. Maria Grazia’s training is in the fine work of murals, frescoes, reliefs, stuccoes, oils on canvas, acrylics, watercolors, sketches and portraits. She quickly found herself accepting commissions in Seattle, and soon Boca Raton, and finally Arizona.
One of her fondest memories of a commissioned fresco was with Hedges Winery in Richland.
“I painted a beautiful view of the red mountains with vineyards and orchards and gold colored soft rounded hills of the desert,” she said. “It was painted in a private apartment above the chateau and can be seen by invitation only.”
She spent four months alone in the chateau, “creating, creating and creating.”
“It is sometimes very lonely when you paint frescoes,” Maria Grazia told BTB over prosciutto e melone and carcioffi fritti at Primo.
Another totally modern fresco (which she prefers over rennaisance style) was “The Tower” which includes a partial view of Qwest Field in the background (see photo at left).
Here’s a video showing her in action, along with the progression of her work on “The Tower“:
“It looks completely weird, and I love it.”
She added that she was taught the art of fresco with a ‘modern’ take.
Maria Garcia proudly told us that every woman in her family is an artist, including her mother and sister who live in Italy, a sister in Brazil and another sister in France, plus two nieces. I guess you could call them the “Painting Repetto Women.”
Maria Grazia began the study of frescoes when she was 15.
“At the time I was studying, women were only expected to become secretaries, maids, shopworkers or wives and mothers” (can we infer, like many women of a certain age, Maria Grazia became a feminist?).
After our double espresso and sorbet de limone we did a passegiatta (walk about) of Burien and B/ IAS. Maria Grazia found our notorius ‘naked woman‘ sculpture “very beautiful and it looks like a real woman.” On the other hand, like many Burien-ites she is still trying to figure out ‘The Passage’ and the torn up grounds around it.
Her young sons are now grown into young men, aged 35 and 25 respectfully. Her oldest is with the FAA and his wife is a pilot for Horizon Airlines. Her youngest just graduated from the UW in Physics.
What’s next for our new resident italiana artist? She is shopping for a studio in the area.
“The medium I prefer is olio (oils). But I can’t do olio at home due to the smell.”
She’s currently working in acrylics in her Normandy Park home.
Here are some more videos that showcase her work:
To find out more about Maria Grazia Repetto and see her masterpieces click here.
| Jun ’09 |
| 6 |
| 10:00 am |
| Jun ’09 |
| 7 |
| 10:00 am |
The City of Normandy Park’s Annual Arts Festival will be held this weekend, Saturday, June 6th and Sunday, June 7th, from 10am to 4pm at the NP city hall, located at 801 SW 174th Street (map below).
Here are the details:
WHAT: The City of Normandy Park’s Arts Festival
WHEN: Saturday, June 6th and Sunday, June 7th from 10am-4pm
WHERE: Normandy Park City Hall, located at 801 SW 174th Street
INFO: This is a wonderful time for everyone in the community to enjoy viewing the talent of local artists, participate in the annual Walk-In-The-Park, or to just kick back and listen to the sounds of live music.
- JURIED ART SHOW
The juried show is open to amateur’s and professionals. Awards are given in both categories. For those who are new to the art experience, the City offers art classes throughout the year. These classes can prepare you for our annual Art Show. See the Fine Arts Program Flyer for details (Search FAP).
- ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR
An opportunity to sell or purchase original art work and crafts.
- ENTERTAINMENT
Live music throughout the day. Performers include various local youth groups.
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The City of Normandy Park’s Arts Festival is coming up June 6th and 7th, and they’re looking for local artists to submit artwork for their annual juried show at their City Hall.
They will also provide an area for artists to sell their handmade artwork and crafts and are seeking additional artists to be vendors.
The deadline for application is May 15th, and those interested in participating as an Artist, Vendor, or Volunteer should contact the Normandy Park Arts Commission at artscomm@ci.normandy-park.wa.us. The 2009 Entry Forms are now available.
This will be a wonderful time for everyone in the community to enjoy viewing the talent of local artists, participate in the annual Walk-In-The-Park, or to just kick back and listen to the sounds of live music.
Some of the events at this arts festival will include:
- JURIED ART SHOW
The juried show is open to amateur’s and professionals. Awards are given in both categories. For those who are new to the art experience, the City offers art classes throughout the year. These classes can prepare you for our annual Art Show. See the Fine Arts Program Flyer for details (Search FAP).
- ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR
An opportunity to sell or purchase original art work and crafts.
- ENTERTAINMENT
Live music throughout the day. Performers include various local youth groups.
More information is available at the Normandy Park website.
| May ’09 |
| 15 |
The City of Normandy Park’s Annual Arts Festival is scheduled for June 6th and 7th, and they’re currently seeking help in the following areas:
- Artists
- Vendors
- Volunteers
- Park Board in the Walk-in-The-Park
The first deadline to apply is May 15th; others are listed below.
This is an opportunity for artists of all ages to take part in a juried arts show and to sell their handmade art and crafts. It is a wonderful time for everyone in the community to enjoy viewing the talent of local artists, participate in the annual Walk-In-The-Park, or to just kick back and listen to the sounds of live music.
Those interested in participating in 2009 should contact the Normandy Park Arts Commission at:
- artscomm@ci.normandy-park.wa.us
- Recreation and Community Services
801 SW 174th
Normandy Park, WA 98166
Phone: (206)248-8258
Fax: (206)439-8674
2009 Forms will be available March 10th.
ARTS FESTIVAL EVENTS:
- JURIED ART SHOW
The juried show is open to amateurs and professionals. Awards are given in both categories. For those who are new to the art experience, the City offers art classes throughout the year. These classes can prepare you for our annual Art Show. - ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR
An opportunity to sell or purchase original art work and crafts. - ENTERTAINMENT
Live music throughout the day. Performers include various local youth groups. - WALK-IN-THE-PARK
Hosted by the Park Board. Join us at City Hall for our annual walk-in-the-park.
2009 ARTS FESTIVAL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
- Call for Artists and Volunteers:
- Open now thru May 15
- Call for Art Market Vendors:
- Open now thru May 15
- Accept Artwork:
- Mon, June 1, noon-8pm
- Set-up juried art show:
- Tue, June 2, 4-8pm
- Judging of juried show:
- Wed, June 3, TBA
- Artists Receptions and Award Announcements:
- Fri, June 5, 7-8:30pm
- Vendor Setup:
- Fri, June 5, 4-8pm
- Sat, June 6, 8am-9am
- Vendor Booth Time:
- Sat & Sun 10am-4pm
- Arts Festival and Craft Fair:
- Sat/Sun June 6 & 7th 10am-4pm
- Entertainment:
- TBA
- Vendor Breakdown
- Sun, June 7, 4pm-6pm
- Pickup art work:
- Sun, June 7, 4pm-6pm
- Mon, June 8, 8am-noon
- Tues, June 9, 8am-3pm
For more information, visit the City’s Recreation, Arts, and Community Services website.
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| 5:00 pm |
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| 5:00 pm |
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| 5:00 pm |
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| 5:00 pm |
Normandy Park’s Music in the Park series begins Sunday July 20th and continues every Sunday through August.
Enjoy this FREE family entertainment summer concert series every Sunday from 5pm-6:30pm at Marvista Park, 20000 4th Ave SW in Normandy Park (see map below).
Here’s the 2008 schedule:
- July 20th: The McKassons; A Contemporary Scottish Fiddle Band
- July 27th: WHOZYAMAMA; Cajun, Creole and Zydeco music from south Louisiana
- Aug 3rd: Kids Concert Sponsored by King County Library:
- Act 1: Nancy Stewart Bee Boppin’ Bugs
- Act 2: The Cheaters; High Velocity Contemporary Brass Band
- Aug 10th: SuperSones; 7 piece band playing classic & original acoustic dance music of the Cuban countryside.
- Aug 17th: Erin McNamee Band
- Aug 24th: Island Bound; Island Music, Hawaiian Reggae & Hula Dancers
| May ’08 |
| 15 |
| 5:00 pm |
Are you an artist?
The City of Normandy Park is looking for artists for their annual Arts Festival, which will be held June 7th and 8th.
Applications are due by May 15th to be guaranteed entry into the event.
Late submissions are accepted on a space available basis.
Event publication, entry forms, and art tags can be accessed here.
WHAT: Normandy Park Arts Festival
WHEN: June 7th and 8th, 2008
CONTACT: email to artscomm@ci.normandy-park.wa.us
ARTISTS: Go to FORMS LIBRARY for entry forms, guidelines and art tags.
VENDORS: Space is available in the Recreation Center for vendors to sell original art work and crafts. Application needs to be made by May 15. Go to FORMS LIBRARY for entry forms, guidelines and art tags.
VOLUNTEERS: No experience necessary and most shifts are 3-hours long. Email artscomm@ci.normandy-park.wa.us your interest area. Go to FORMS LIBRARY for entry forms, guidelines and art tags. Help is needed in the following areas:
- Set-up, June 6th, 4pm
- Art Docents: June 7th, 8th, starting at 10am
- Take Down: June 8th, 4pm
FORMS: FORMS LIBRARY
JUDGES FOR JURIED GALLERY:
Nancy Johnson:
- Education: University of Idaho, BA Fine Arts Centre College of Kentucky, San Francisco Academy of Art, San Francisco Art Institute.
- Exhibitions: Nancy has exhibited her work in numerous galleries in the US and has had solo exhibitions at Linda Farris Gallery, 1976 & 1977, Seattle Pacific University, 1979, and Foster/White Gallery, 1980, ‘821, ‘86, ‘98 and 2002. In 2007, Nancy has a show of her work to Normandy Park City Hall.
- Awards and Collections: Nancy has received many awards for her work including the Chautauqua Institution Award in 1082, NW Watercolor Society Award in 1082, and 10983 and the Frye Art Museum in 1070. Her work is in several collections in the US and Canada and is included in the collections of Pacific Western Bank, Columbia Tower, McCann-Erickson, Seattle Water Department and Ray’s Boathouse.
William Kuhns:
- Education: BA Fine Arts Seattle University, MA Fine Arts University of Washington.
- Exhibitions: William Kuhns has exhibited his work in may NW galleries including: Polly Friedlander Gallery, Manolides Gallery, NN Gallery, And/Or Gallery, Irwins Gallery and Glazers Gallery.
- Employment: William has worked as a photojournalist and combat photographer in Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, Panama, Thailand, Egypt, Korea, Portugal, Germany, Japan and Hungary. He is currently the Art Department Chair at Nathan Hale High School in Seattle, where he teaches art and photography.He has been an art educator for the past 30 years. He also runs a photo studio in Seattle.
ENTERTAINMENT:
- Live music throughout the day.
- Volunteer Perfoming Groups: groups interested in performing on June 7th or June 8th should contact artscomm@ci.normandy-park.wa.us
WALK-IN-THE-PARK: Hosted by the Park Board, join us for our annual walk that will leave City Hall Park at 10am. You will be back in time to enjoy the concert. See link below for registration form and additional information.
