Gallery One Twenty One, which has undergone some fairly major renovations, is hosting a celebratory "Re-Opening" gala on Saturday, April 27 from 4pm to 8pm at the Gallery. Located at 48 Bridge Street East in downtown Belleville, the members of the Gallery will be represented with their art work, as well as guest artist Andrew Innes and featured artist Elizabeth Dinkel. Everyone is welcome. Come enjoy a class of wine, some finger foods and a musical presentation.
Arts Route member and Hastings County artist Maureen Walton helped students create a mural at Hinchinbrooke Public School. Read the story here.
Don't miss the opening reception for "Changing Threads" - an exhibition of quilts by members of the North Hastings Quilt Club. Friday, November 30 at 7:30pm. According to the North Hastings Quilt Club:
The aim of the show is to present the full spectrum of the amazing talents of our members. In the North Hastings Quilt Club we have quilters of every skill level working on a variety of projects covering all aspects of needle art.More information here.
In the northern region of Hastings County, you will find the small Village of Maynooth. Nestled a hop skip and a jump away from Algonquin Park, this tiny, yet thriving community is home to a small main street business section including the brand new Hastings Highlands Municipal Office and community centre, a school, liquor store, bank, post office, various artisans and a house that the Group of 7 liked to paint (photo above of painting by artist A.J. Casson).
Group of Seven House as it looks today
The house is next to a United Church and now the centre of debate over its future sale. The church wants to buy the house and tear it down. But others want to to try and save it by finding a buyer willing to preserve its postulated historic value.
How much? The house is apparently selling for $35,000! Estimates for repair and upgrades are in the $50,000 range. So for less than $100,000 someone can own this
It's that time of year again when the artists and artisans of Bancroft & Area open their homes and studios for the Bancroft & Area Autumn Studio Tour! It takes place September 22 & 23, and September 29 & 30 from 10am to 5pm each day. Come and enjoy the rugged landscape and spectacular autumn colours while driving to visit artisans and view their unique creations. Look for the pine tree logo signs to direct you, while brochures and maps are available at local businesses, the Bancroft & District Chamber of Commerce or at www.bancroftstudiotour.org
