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Shibui Studio Art Gallery announces new exhibit, first holiday shop
GILLESPIE, IL (Nov. 10, 2022) –Shibui Studio Art Gallery located at 119 S. Macoupin St. in Gillespie presents “Stillness, Beauty & Grace” art exhibit that is scheduled to take place November 26, 2022, through December 28, 2022.
Call for Art online submission between November 10-16, 2022. To learn more and submit work: https://shibuistudio.com/call-for-art. This exhibit theme brings awareness to the time of year where we pause to reflect, to savor, to be grateful and to appreciate the beauty and grace that exists even in the midst of chaos and uncertainty.
The opening reception is Saturday, November 26, 2022, 6 to 8 p.m. and will be an evening of paintings and poetry. Words and images can combine in exciting ways, especially if the words are poetry. Come see how a few poets whom each selected a piece in the exhibit have interpreted the art through the written word.
“I am enthusiastic about this exhibit as it has a deep meaning for me. As an artist and poet, I have been expressing the qualities of stillness, beauty and grace for 20 years through art and word. I am drawn to an artistic relationship between visual and verse,” says Genece Hamby, owner of the gallery.
During this upcoming holiday season, Shibui Studio Art Gallery (SSAG) offers visitors a chance to buy unique gifts from the gallery’s “Holiday Gift Shop”. The shop is open between November 25 to December 24, 2022.
Fine Craft Makers can apply online line between November 10-18, 2022 https://shibuistudio.com/call-for-crafts. Fine handcrafted items like jewelry, pottery, greeting/note cards, woodworking, glasswork, candles, ornaments, stocking stuffers, stained glass, ceramics, journals & sketchbooks, and more.
For more information, call 618-267-1324 plus visit https://shibuistudioart.com.
ABOUT SHIBUI STUDIO ART GALLERY
The gallery is located at 119 S. Macoupin St., Gillespie, IL 62033. The mission is to promote and exhibit art produced by the region’s emerging and established artists while engaging, enriching, and inspiring the community to appreciate the importance of art. Holiday Hours of Operation: Mon-Thurs: 11:00 am-6:00 pm by appt only. Fridays: 11:00 am-6:00 pm. Saturdays: 11:00 am-4:00 pm.
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The Gillespie Methodist Church is excited to host a delightful spring buffet dinner on Saturday, May 3 at Jodanni’s Amore’.
Guests are invited to indulge in a flavorful menu featuring sliced roast pork with gravy, chicken spiedini, roasted potatoes, garden tortellini, green beans and carrots, garden salad, a fresh roll, and a choice of strawberry or chocolate cupcake. Refreshments will include ice tea and water, providing a relaxing and enjoyable dining experience.
Serving will begin at 4:30 p.m. and continue until 7:00 p.m., offering an excellent opportunity for community members to gather, enjoy good food, and celebrate the arrival of spring.
Tickets can be purchased by contacting Catherine Young at 217-825-8488 or Mary Griffel at 217-556-5456.
This event is sponsored by the Gillespie Methodist Church and promises an evening of great food and community spirit. Come join us for a wonderful spring evening!
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The Gillespie Public Library is having a promotional giveaway during the month of December. The “December Spin Giveaway” will allow patrons to spin for prizes each time books are checked out during the month of December.
The prizes are to Gillespie businesses.
Although December is a hectic month with the holidays, take time to relax with a “good book” and visit the library.
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Madison Communications sponsored the Community Hope Center’s Christmas Toy Drive once again this year. The new and unwrapped toys for girls and boys ages 0-12 were collected from the middle of October through the first week of December.
Madison was overjoyed with the outcome of the Toy Drive and wants to thank anyone who took the time to donate. The holiday season is a perfect time to give back to the local communities.
