Welcome spring with First Friday in Calumet Art Walk April 7

Art by Cynthia Coté. This is one of the drawings included in "Remember Me?" -- her exhibit at Galerie Bohème for the month of April. (Photo courtesy Cynthia Coté)

CALUMET -- First Friday, April 7, promises new art exhibits, opening receptions, music and more for the monthly art walk in historic downtown Calumet. Enjoy the beginning of spring, meet the artists and taste the treats offered by the galleries this Friday evening.

Galerie Bohème: Drawings by Cynthia Coté

Galerie Bohème announces its April exhibition, "Remember Me?" by Calumet artist Cynthia Coté. Coté's pen and ink and colored pencil drawings are inspired by vintage photographs, many of which she has collected over the years. Others are from borrowed family albums. The people in the photos are her subjects in small scale renderings, complete with fantastic landscapes or Calumet landmarks.

Drawing by Cynthia Coté. (Photo courtesy Cynthia Coté)

The public reception will take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 7, during First Friday gallery hop in Calumet. Galerie Bohème is located at 423 5th Street in Calumet. The gallery will be open on Saturdays 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. through April or by special appointment. For more information call Joyce Koskenmaki at 370-3183 or Cynthia Coté at 337-1214.

Paige Wiard Gallery: Gallery Artist Show

For the month of April, the Paige Wiard Gallery, 109 5th St., will be showcasing artwork by the wonderful artists that are featured in the gallery.

Walnut sculpture by Bill Wiard, part of the Gallery Artist Show at the Paige Wiard Gallery for April. (Photo courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

An opening reception will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on First Friday, April 7. While you are here look at all the other hidden treasures in the gallery. Please call 906-337-5970 or email paigewiardgallery@gmail.com with any questions. Please note: the gallery will be closed April 18 and will reopen April 27.

Supernova Yoga, Gallery and Gifts: Art of Regina Alleman

Supernova Yoga, Gallery and Gifts, 213 Sixth St., invites the public to the opening reception for their April show, "Emergence," from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 7. The gallery features the work of Regina Alleman. The theme honors the arrival of Spring, Earth Day celebrations, and the spirit of this new gallery. Enjoy music with Steve Hamil on guitar and refreshments.

Spirit of Standing Rock, by Regina Alleman. (Photo courtesy Supernova Yoga, Gallery and Gifts)

Regina Alleman's mixed media photomontages combine original acrylic paintings and photography. Compositions are digitally remixed to produce final images. Each piece often combines several photographs and paintings. A process of layering contributes depth, dimension, and texture to her pieces, adding to the complexity of the final image. Regina describes this unique "layering" technique as symbolic of life itself. With it, she explores the complex layers of the human psyche and the layers of complexity in addressing social and environmental issues. Truth emerges from a process of peeling back the complex layers which constitute image. Her probing work explores the fragility and beauty of the earth's vanishing wilderness, cultures, and sacred places.

Regina has a love all things wild and has lived in the mountains of Arizona, California, Idaho and Alaska. Her experience includes summers living in a remote bush cabin in the Brooks Range of Alaska. She currently resides in Houghton, Michigan, and finds inspiration from the power and beauty of Lake Superior and the wilderness areas of the Upper Peninsula.

Calumet Art Center: Empty Bowls

Empty bowls created by Calumet Art Center friends and staff are for sale at the Center to support the 2017 Empty Bowls international project to fight hunger. (Photo courtesy Calumet Art Center)

Calumet Art Center friends and staff are busy creating empty bowls for the 2017 Empty Bowls Project, an international effort to fight hunger. Visit the Center at 57055 Fifth Street on First Friday, Apr. 7, and purchase an empty bowl to show your support. These bowls are high fired, dishwasher and microwave safe. Profits will support local children through the 31 Backpacks program. Click here for more info.

Café Rosetta: Watercolors by Kristina Anderson

Watercolor by Kristina Anderson, displayed at Café Rosetta. (Photo courtesy Café Rosetta)

For April Café Rosetta, 104 Fifth St., is displaying watercolors by local artist Kristina Anderson. Stop in on First Friday for coffee and goodies and enjoy the exhibit.

Cross Country Sports: Photography by Bryan Byrnes

"Elements of the U.P." by landscape photographer Bryan Byrnes is on display at Cross Country Sports, 507 Oak Street, through the end of April, with the addition of new photographs. This exhibit celebrates the timeless beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and the Lake Superior region. Bryan’s work captures the landscapes, seascapes and skyscapes that make this area special. A New York art dealer said Bryan’s modernist style is beyond picturesque -- it’s about elementalism, breaking scenes down into their elements -- and is not considered mainstream. By taking a different and sometimes unconventional approach with angles, perspectives, and lighting, Bryan offers a unique view of nature’s main attractions in the U.P.

Stop in for refreshments from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 7, for an open house and a chance to chat with Bryan about his work. For more information call 337-4520 or check Cross Country Sports on Facebook.

The Vertin Gallery: Superior Spring Fever

Join The Vertin Gallery, Oak and 6th streets in Historic Downtown Calumet, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. this  First Friday, April 7, for Superior Spring Fever. Decorate your world with the many shades of Spring in the Keweenaw. Embrace the sophistication of black and white and revel in the joy of full-out color we are patiently rewarded with. The Vertin has authentic and reflective antiques, modern mid-century furniture, fine art, jewelry, lamps, bar cabinets and accessories, plus sophisticated and kitchy décor for your home. The Vertin is a co-op family of artists and lovers all things old and unique. Currently open for consignment of Artwork, Vintage, Antiques and quality furniture. Pre-estate planning and consultation available. For more info email vertingallery@gmail.com or call 906-934-2655.

First Friday in Calumet, July 1, to offer art, music, refreshments, more ...

Canoe Fire. Photography by Paul A. Rose, featured artist for July at the Paige Wiard Gallery in Calumet. (Photo courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery) 

CALUMET -- Start your July 4th weekend with a colorful First Friday Art Walk Friday evening, July 1, in Calumet. The galleries will be offering new art exhibits, refreshments, poetry, live music and more!

Paige Wiard Gallery: Photography by Paul A. Rose

 

Louie's Sheep. Photography by Paul A. Rose. (Photo courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

Join the Paige Wiard Gallery in welcoming Paul A. Rose as their featured artist for the month of July. People who travel and live in the Upper Peninsula have fallen in love with the beauty and tranquility of this amazing place. Paul's photographs do an amazing job of capturing those elements. Paul’s photographs will be on display at the gallery for the month of July with an opening reception from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, July 1. Stop in and meet Paul and see his beautiful photographs. For more information, email paigewiardgallery@gmail.com or call 906-337-5970.

Calumet Art Center: Water colors, organ music, rose garden, more ...

Poster for Calumet Art Center First Friday activities and coming summer events. (Poster courtesy Calumet Art Center)

Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth Street, will be open from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on First Friday, July 1. Meet Donna Lenard and "loosen up with water colors." While you're there, listen to sounds of the organ by Connie, see new paintings and demonstrations and walk the Heritage Rose Garden. Take a chance on winning the 50/50 drawing, too. For more info on the Center's variety of programs and classes, click here.

Café Rosetta: Poetry and Music

Café Rosetta, at 104 5th Street in Calumet, will celebrate First Friday on July 1 with poetry and music. Poet Elizabeth Halt will host a Poetry Open Mic session from 6:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. Bring and read a poem you have written, or something by your favorite poet. Songs are also welcome. From 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. the Back Room Boys (trio version) will play old-time jazz and folk music. Musicians will be Bob Norden, trombone and vocals; Matt Durocher, double bass; and Oren Tikkanen, guitar and vocals (John Munson is off this week celebrating his and Julia's 40th anniversary.)

Galerie Bohème: Lisa Marta Glass

Lisa Marta Glass will be on exhibit for First Friday, July 1, at Galerie Bohème. (Photo courtesy Galerie Bohème)

Lisa Marta Glass will be featured through August 3, 2016, at the Galerie Bohème, 423 5th Street, with an opening reception from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, July 1.* Stop by and view the superb leaded glass and glass sculpture by Lisa Marta, have a cheese and cracker and discuss art and current events with friends and travelers. Other than First Friday, Galerie Bohème hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

The Vertin Gallery: Clay dragons and more by artist June Lander

The Vertin Gallery, 220 6th St., will feature Michigan Artist June Lander, who brings her spectacular technicolor clay dragons, jewelry, trinket boxes and games to the Vertin for First Friday, July 1. Visit the Vertin between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. and enjoy live music, refreshments, fine art, vintage and antique décor, jewelry, furniture, barware, and collectibles on display at the Vertin to help you celebrate the holiday week-end!

Cross Country Sports: Printmaking by Josh K. Winkler

For July, Cross Country Sports, 507 Oak Street, will host a very special exhibit by Minnesota artist Josh K. Winkler, assistant professor of printmaking at Minnesota State University - Mankato, Minn. He works with traditional and contemporary print media, including woodcuts, drawings, etchings and lithographs. The works in this exhibit reflect on the history of Euro-American settlement in the United States and the difficult narratives of American westward expansion -- how the destruction of forests and waterways and the devastation of native peoples continue to teach us lessons on sustainability, the importance of our natural resources, and cultural discrimination. 

As an artist, Josh states: "I am interested how humans manipulate and label the land -- how time, politics, and social change alter the context of both natural and inhabited locations. By combining personal experience with historical investigation, I build layered landscape narratives to reflect on an uncomfortable disconnect between contemporary Americans and the history of the land. I utilize a range of drawing, printmaking, and sculptural processes to facilitate these ideas."

An open house with refreshments will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. this First Friday, July 1.

Copper Country Associated Artists: Art of Doodling

First Friday, July 1 will be DOODLE TIME at Copper Country Associated Artists, 205 Fifth St. From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. visitors can learn the "Art of Doodling." Back by popular demand will be Heather McGee, who will be teaching participants how to express themselves with lines, circles and some of those funny looking twists. Each participant will be given a ceramic tile for creating a masterpiece. This workshop is FREE, and all ages are welcome. Supplies are provided.

*Editor's Note: This announcement for Lisa Marta Glass at Galerie Bohème originally incorrectly stated the exhibit would continue through July 3. We have corrected the date. The exhibit continues through Aug. 3, 2016.

Enjoy warm weather, First Friday Art Walk in Calumet May 6

This Calumet Art Center poster announces a number of activities at the Center this month and on First Friday, May 6. (Poster courtesy Calumet Art Center)

CALUMET -- "It's May, it's May ..." in Camelot, aka warm and snowless Calumet, on First Friday, May 6. Don't miss the First Friday Art Walk and enjoy the balmy weather as well as new art exhibits, activities and receptions in the galleries.

Calumet Art Center

Please stop by the Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth Street, to mingle with friends during First Friday in Calumet, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. May 6. Become a member of the Art Center, enroll in art classes and put your name in the 50/50 raffle bowl for the drawing held at 8 p.m. the same evening. This First Friday the Center will host "Loosen up with Watercolors" demonstrations by Donna Lenard. Learn how working with watercolors is easier than you think. Donna will demonstrate her techniques in creating and bringing color to life.

During your visit be sure to see the very popular soap dishes. Each one is uniquely carved, textured or embellished with copper and driftwood and includes a bar of handmade soap by Lynn Reed. Proceeds will benefit youth classes.

Just arrived from Empire, Mich., is the long awaited Peace Pole, made by Peace Pole Makers USA. This Peace Pole is hand-crafted, hexagonal with "May Peace Prevail on Earth" on each of its six sides in Ojibway, Norwegian, Finnish, Swedish, English and Sami languages. This will serve as a constant reminder for us to visualize and pray for world peace. PEACE POLE brass donor recognition plaques are available for $125 each and will be displayed on the Peace Pole. With your help, installation and dedication of the Peace Pole is scheduled for June 2016. Contact the Center to reserve your plaque. Don’t forget to sign up for the May Clay class and check out upcoming events and classes on calumetartcenter.com.The summer youth emersion program schedule is posted. Since space is limited, parents are encouraged to pre-register.

Vertin Art Gallery and Antiques

Photographic collage by Charles Masten of Key North Productions. (Photo © Charles Masten and courtesy Vertin Art Gallery and Antiques.)

The May exhibition in The Vertin Art Gallery and Antiques, Sixth and Oak streets in Calumet, celebrates "The 100 Day Project: Across the Lake -- A Call To All." The public is invited to a reception from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on First Friday, May 6. Fine art, antiques, jewelry, and gifts from local artists and collectors will be featured including vintage, industrial chic, bohemian, mid-century modern and classic retail items available for the style-minded shopper.

Local artist Charles Masten of Key North Productions says, "I have been taking and accumulating photographs of historic buildings and architectural elements in and around the Keweenaw Peninsula for the last 15 years. When I first heard about the 2016 '100 Day Art Project,' I quickly decided this was a logical point for me to 'jump in' and create that photographic collage of some of the well-known and lesser-known places that has been developing in my mind for so many years. 'The Keweenaw. Upper Peninsula Michigan' poster is the first, I hope, of several in a series."

The Vertin, a  co-op family of artists and lovers of all things old and unique, is currently open for consignment of artwork, vintage, antiques and quality furniture. Pre-estate planning and consultation are available.

Paige Wiard Gallery
 
Artwork can be inspired by all types of environments -- real and in the mind, urban and rural, industrial and primitive, coastal and arid, and the beauty and destruction created by Mother Nature. For the month of May the Paige Wiard Gallery, 109 5th St. in Calumet, will be displaying artwork portraying artists' impressions of "Scapes."

This photo by Mark Gregg is part of the new exhibit, "Scapes," at the Paige Wiard Gallery. (Photo © Mark Gregg and courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

Visit the gallery between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. on First Friday, May 6, for an opening reception and explore the different worlds of "Scapes."  For more information please call 906-337-5970 or email paiewiardgallery@gmail.com.

Hahn Hammered Copper

Stop by Hahn Hammered Copper this First Friday for a glimpse of Pete’s twinkling copper stars and striking blue fish. Pete and Shelly Hahn have also added more cool stuff to their "Collections" show from last month. When visiting the galleries and art space in town, enjoy the Main Street Calumet "Windows into the Past" displays that are being set up in various windows along 5th Street to honor Calumet Township's Sesquicentennial Celebration taking place this summer.

Calumet Floral and Gift

The Calumet Floral and Gift shop, 221 Fifth Street, will be open on First Friday evening, May 6. Stop in to see their demonstration of Mother's Day arranging.

Copper Country Associated Artists

"Sketches with Pastels" is the theme for the First Friday event from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. May 6 at the Copper Country Associated Artists (CCAA) Gallery. This workshop is open to beginners who would like to explore the art of pastels and sketching.

Bob Dawson, local artist and gallery member, will guide those interested in learning to join the fun. Supplies will be provided BUT participants are asked to bring a photo or two that they will use for sketching. Space is limited to about 12 people. Unfortunately, CCAA cannot accept reservations to hold a seat. Ages 15 years and older are welcome to join the event. First come, first serve.

Cross Country Sports

For the month of May, Cross country Sports, 507 Oak St., will feature new work by Annele Sakari, of Hello Starling designs. Annele draws on her love of the outdoors, nature and the Keweenaw to create unique, original jewelry in pure silver and copper using precious metal clay, a medium which consists of very tiny particles of precious metals mixed with an organic binder. The metal clay is shaped and designs are stamped into the clay. It’s fired in a kiln, burning off the organic material and leaving the pure sintered metal. Some of Annele’s designs incorporate ferns, flowers, and scenes from the Keweenaw. Bob Dawson’s show, "Watercolors Now and Then," is also up through the end of May.

Stop in from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. on First Friday for an open house and refreshments -- and see what’s new!

Galerie Bohème

Galerie Boheme, 423 5th St., will be open from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on First Friday, May 6. Each month Galerie Bohème has a new exhibit featuring local artists in diverse media Stop by to visit with the artists and see what new works they are producing.

Café Rosetta

Café Rosetta, 104 5th St., will feature a poetry reading at 6:30 p.m., and Kombucha tasting at 4 p.m. this First Friday. The Featured Artist is Robin Rastello. Robin began her art career creating soft sculptured dolls with painted faces. After a while, she realized that she could transfer this art to canvas. She says about this transition, "Once I got started I never looked back." Using multi-media techniques, she first painted angels, but her style evolved rapidly into portraits of women and children and eventually landscapes and cityscapes. Her whimsical style both delights and intrigues, so be sure to stop in to check this out.

First Friday in Calumet to offer exhibits, art activities, more ...

Participants in the Copper Country Associated Artists workshop this First Friday will learn to create an Art Journal such as this one using recyclable books and materials. (Photo courtesy Copper Country Associated Artists)

CALUMET -- First Friday in Calumet, March 4, will offer new art exhibits and activities. Check these out:

Copper Country Associated Artists Workshop: Creating an Art Journal

Copper Country Associated Artists will host a workshop on Creating an Art Journal beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, March 4. Class will be limited to 15 participants.  Recyclable books will be provided along with lots of scrap materials and tools to help get you started on your own journal. Many ideas will be demonstrated and shown to inspire your creativity.

Calumet Floral and Gifts: Design new arrangements

On your First Friday Art Walk stop at Calumet Floral and Gifts and learn to battle midwinter blahs with beauty! This Friday the staff will be demonstrating how they create "custom permanent arrangements" to coordinate with various spaces. They will show how they work from swatches, wall hangings, pillows, curtains, etc., to update a look. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own containers or outdated arrangements, and floral experts will help them design a new look. Calumet Floral and Gifts is at 221 Fifth St. For more info call 906-337-1711.

Paige Wiard Gallery: Celebration of Sled Dogs!

Gunner Ready to Go. Art by Michelle Wegler. (Photo courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

For the month of March the Paige Wiard Gallery, 109 5th Street, is celebrating how amazing sled dogs are with artwork by Michelle Wegler. In her works Michelle is able to capture the magic of Copperdog -- the excitement, beauty and loyalty of the dogs. Visit the Gallery for a celebration of sled dogs with an opening reception from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on March 4. For more information call 906-337-5970 or email paigewiardgallery@gmail.com

Calumet Art Center: Gallery exhibits, classes, more ...

Pottery created by Ed Gray is featured in the galleries of the Calumet Art Center.  On First Friday, visit the working studios in the lower level of the Art Center, where a mosaic of art classes are taught year-round to children and adults. See a collection of new weavings, twined rugs and more. Visit with art center members and learn of upcoming classes. Learn about new programs for veterans and the Center's online Indigogo.com fundraiser to incorporate a new ramp for barrier-free accessibility. Every First Friday at 8 p.m. a 50/50 raffle ticket is drawn -- the bowl is filling with tickets of hopeful winners. For more info visit calumetartcenter.com.

Cross Country Sports: "True North" exhibit

Cross Country Sports, 507 Oak Street, welcomes the Great Bear Chase skiers with a show titled "True North" -- featuring works by Jeremy Rowe of Nightsky Photography, Watercolors by Donna Lenard, jewelry by Annele Sakari of Hello Starling Designs, Heather Mroz and Designs by Jak. An open house with refreshments will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, March 4. For more information call 337-4520, visit www.crosscountrysports.com or find them on Facebook.

Hahn Hammered Copper: Identify the Mystery Object

Stop in at Hahn Hammered Copper this First Friday and see what’s old. The Hahns will be featuring an assortment of weird and unusual vintage items! Win a hand-hammered copper zipper pull if you can help identify this month's Mystery Object. Peter and Shelly Hahn say they are stumped!

Galleries, cafés offer First Friday art exhibits, receptions, more on Sept. 4

Wired. Art by David Masten. Part of the September exhibit at Galerie Bohème in Calumet. (Photo courtesy Galerie Bohème)

CALUMET -- Calumet First Friday, Sept. 4, events will include new art exhibits, receptions and more. Most galleries will be open between 6 p.m. and 8:30 or 9 p.m. unless otherwise indicated below.

Galerie Bohème: Art works from David Masten and Tom Rudd

Trophy, by Tom Rudd. (Photo courtesy Galerie Bohème)

Galerie Boheme, 423 5th Street, will present art from David Masten and Tom Rudd from Sept. 4 through Oct. 1, 2015. An opening reception will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4. For more information please call Tom Rudd at 369-4087.

Paige Wiard Gallery: Pastel works by jd Slack and Terry Daulton

The Paige Wiard Gallery welcomes pastel artists jd Slack and Terry Daulton, featured artists for the month of September.

Movement and Stillness, by jd Slack. (Photo courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

These two artists paint in vibrant colors of soft pastels and have worked together for many years to create a conversation between their works of art. In their latest dialogue they have created waves and walls, movement and stillness, chaos and quiet. An opening reception will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on First Friday, Sept. 4.

Sea Meets Shore, by Terry Daulton. (Photo courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

The Paige Wiard Gallery is at 109 Fifth Street. For more information email paigewiardgallery@gmail.com or call 906-337-5970.

Cross Country Sports: Jewelry by Jackie Ellinich

For the month of September, Cross Country Sports, 507 Oak Street, will feature nature-inspired jewelry by Jackie Ellenich -- Designs by Jak. Each of Jackie’s pieces is a unique, one of a kind, wearable art piece which reflects her love of nature. She uses rocks, birch bark, driftwood and found objects collected while hiking, biking or walking along the shores of the Keweenaw to create what she calls "Rustic -- Wearable Art."

Jewelry by Jackie Ellinich is on exhibit at Cross Country Sports. (Photo courtesy Cross Country Sports)

An open house with refreshments will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 4. The public is invited to visit and admire Jackie’s beautiful creations!

Calumet Art Center: Exhibits, pottery, raffle, more ...

Roses in the Calumet Art Center Heritage Garden were just getting started in August. Now, gardener Karen Schmidt reports, they have taken well to their new setting, having survived the summer drought; and a few are still yielding lovely blossoms. Be sure to visit the garden to admire a variety of flowers and plants. (Photo by Keweenaw Now)

This month members of the Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth Street, are exhibiting seven inspired paintings by accomplished artist Carole Gorgas (1938-2006). Gorgas, who spent some of her youth in Ahmeek, went on to become an internationally acclaimed artist. Eva Papineau-Anderson, Carole's daughter, will share stories of the landscapes and people which influenced her mother's evocative artistry. The paintings are on display upstairs in the Art Center Auditorium.

Master potter Ed Gray and intern Jacob Thill have untiringly turned the potter's wheel all summer; and -- with laughter, wisdom and lessons learned -- each of them has created an impressive collection of extraordinary pottery, which is available for sale in the gallery.

Jacob Thill, Michigan Tech student in mechanical engineering, displays some of his pottery during the August First Friday art walk. Thill has been working as an intern with Ed Gray this summer. (Photo by Keweenaw Now)

"It's been really nice working with Ed," Thill said. "This is the first time I've been working in Calumet."

Thill, who has been doing pottery for eight years, also exhibited 150 pieces of his work at the Eagle Harbor Art Fair in August.

September's First Friday will mark the Art Center's first 50/50 raffle drawing. Each First Friday throughout the year a winning ticket will be drawn at 8 p.m. Tickets are
available for purchase inside the studio during normal business hours,Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets sell for $1 each or 6 for $5. Good luck!

The Calumet Art Center Board plans to install and dedicate an 8-foot tall Peace Pole in the Heritage Rose Garden by the spring of 2016. A Peace Pole is a hand-crafted hexagonal monument that displays the message and prayer "May Peace Prevail on Earth" on each of its six sides, in six different languages. For a $200 donation name plates will be added to the pole as funds come in.

Café Rosetta: Waters Collection of Model Birch Bark Canoes
 

 

These model birch bark canoes, made by Bill Waters of Marquette, are on display at Café Rosetta, 104 Fifth Street in Calumet.

The Waters Collection of model birch bark canoes are on display in Café Rosetta during the month of September. Bill Waters has crafted these canoes of local birch bark from fallen trees only. Bill, a retired NMU professor of Criminal Justice who lives in Marquette, has a passion for the birch tree and the role it has played in the history of the Great Lakes region, especially as a source of bark for Native American and Voyageur canoes. Bill started making his canoes last October when, while walking in the woods, he picked up a magnificent piece of bark and noticed for the first time the richly colored, flexible but durable characteristics of this natural material. Bill strives for an authentic look in his canoes.

The Waters Collection canoes have been and currently are featured in galleries in Michigan and Wisconsin and are on sale in shops across the U.P.

Copper Country Associated Artists (CCAA): Paper Quilting

Copper Country Associated Artists announces a Paper Quilting workshop on First Friday, Sept. 4. (Photo courtesy Copper Country Associated Artists)

Do you enjoy making a quilt, but have never made one? To get a taste of creating a quilt the CCAA's first Friday event in September is paper quilting taught by Millie Little and Karen Secor. It's the look of a quilt, the pattern of a quilt, and favorite colors of a quilt. Supplies and ideas will be provided to make your own paper quilt in a class setting from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

CCAC wishes to support the Sandstone Piecemakers Quilt Guild's quilt show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Keweenaw Heritage Center in Calumet so visit CCAC and see the raffle quilts.

Omphale Restaurant and Gallery/Eagle Café: Art by jd Slack continues

Sievi Country, by jd Slack. (Photo courtesy Omphale Restaurant and Gallery)

The Omphale Restaurant and Gallery/Eagle Café, 431 Fifth Street, will continue the exhibit of oil pastels by jd Slack this month.

Call 906-235-9191 for more information or dinner reservations. Visit their Facebook page for the menu and music announcement.

Red Jacket Art Supply and Gallery: Works on Paper

The Red Jacket Art Supply and Gallery, 570305 6th St., will display Works on Paper this First Friday. These include graphic design, mono prints and word image collage. A demonstration on using collage and print materials will take place at 7 p.m. All are welcome.

Hahn's Hammered Copper: Guess the mystery object!

Gustavo Bourdieu, left, tries to guess Peter Hahn's mystery object at Hahn's Hammered Copper during the August First Friday art walk. Did you guess it? (Photo by Keweenaw Now)

On First Friday, Sept. 4, stop by Hahn's Hammered Copper and check out Peter and Shelly Hahn's hand-hammered copper jewelry and décor. They also feature beautiful vintage items and may ask you to guess a mystery object for a prize!

Hahn's Hammered Copper is at 203 Fifth Street in Calumet.

First Friday in Calumet to offer Art Walk, New Chamber Music Concert Aug. 7

Photography by Eric Munch. (Photo © 2015 Eric Munch and courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

CALUMET -- First Friday, Aug. 7, in Calumet will offer both the traditional Art Walk, with exhibits and receptions in several galleries, and a New Chamber Music Concert at the Calumet Art Center.

Galerie Bohème: New art by Margo McCafferty

White Shed. Egg tempura painting by Margo McCafferty. (Photo courtesy Galerie Bohème)

Galerie Bohème is pleased to present a series of new Egg Tempera Paintings by Margo McCafferty through Sept. 3, 2015. An opening reception will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on First Friday, Aug. 7.

Galerie Bohème, at 423 Fifth Street, shows regional artists with international acclaim. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call 906-369-4087.

Paige Wiard Gallery: Two photographers

Photography by Eric Munch. (Photo © 2015 Eric Munch and courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

The Paige Wiard Gallery welcomes photographers Eric Munch and Mark Gregg as featured artists for the month of August. Each of these photographers sees the beauty of the Keweenaw in different ways. Eric’s photographs show the natural beauty of the lakes, woods and rivers. Mark’s photographs show the uniqueness of the amazing historic structures of the Keweenaw.

Photography by Mark Gregg. (Photo © Mark Gregg and courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

An opening reception will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on August 7. Stop in at 109 Fifth Street, meet the artists and see the Keweenaw in a different way. For more information email paigewiardgallery@gmail.com or call 906-337-5970.

Cross Country Sports: Photography by Steve Brimm

Held over by popular demand for the month of August, Cross Country Sports will be featuring photography by Steve Brimm.

Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada. Photography by Steve Brimm. (Photo © and courtesy Steve Brimm)

Steve has been photographing the wonders around him for over 25 years. His early years found him shooting with film and medium format cameras. Much has changed since those days, which brings us to this exhibit titled "Have iPhone, will travel." Steve's work has been published in Lake Superior Magazine, Midwest Living and more. He has published two books and operates EarthWorks Gallery in Copper Harbor.

An open house with refreshments will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, August 7. Cross Country Sports is at 507 Oak Street.

Omphale Gallery and Restaurant: "Treasures" by jd slack

Sievi Country, pastel by jd slack. (Photo courtesy Omphale Gallery and Restaurant)

At the Omphale Gallery and Restaurant, jd slack is exhibiting a selection of pastels from favorites over the past 15 years. Known for the use of vibrant color, these "treasures" feature images of the Keweenaw, Isle Royale, Europe, and Australia. Also included are contemporary icons and jd slack's well-known houses, windows, and structures. The exhibition can be seen through September.

The Omphale is at 431 Fifth Street. Dinner is served on First Fridays.

Café Rosetta: Artist Jacqueline Williams

Art by Jacqueline Williams, on display at Café Rosetta. (Photo courtesy Café Rosetta)

This month Café Rosetta is featuring art by Jacqueline Williams, who does amazing sketches, pastels and custom order woodburning.

Café Rosetta is at 104 Fifth Street. Call 906-337-5500 for more info.

Calumet Art Center: New Chamber Music Concert

Members of the Calumet Art Center are pleased to be hosting the fifth year of New Chamber Music musicians, who will be performing upstairs in the auditorium.

Accomplished composer and violinist Paul Seitz, assisted by soprano Christine Seitz, composer and violinist Sylvia del Real, violinist/violist Erica Flyte, cellist Pat Quimby, pianist Jon Ensminger, and flautist Bryan Suits will perform recently composed works by participating composers as well as earlier compositions by Bela Bartok, George Gershwin and Henry Purcell that have features in common with the new works

The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. Friday, August 7. An $8.00 donation is suggested. Click here for more information.

Enjoy First Friday Art Walk through Calumet's Art District May 1

CALUMET -- The Calumet Art District will offer poetry, art exhibits, music and activities this First Friday, May 1. Here are some treats the galleries have in store for visitors Friday evening:

Café Rosetta: Poetry Open Mic

Photo courtesy Café Rosetta.

Start your First Friday tour of the art galleries in Calumet with the Poetry Open Mic from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, May 1, at Cafe Rosetta, 104 Fifth Street. Share your latest poem or a poem from your favorite poet. Don’t have a poem? Share a tiny story. Don’t want to share? Grab a hot beverage and listen.

Paige Wiard Gallery: Art and Paper

Paper art by John Hubbard. (Photo courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

Artists have been integrating paper into their work for years. Because of the endless possibilities paper adds to art, artists have been creating amazing and unique works. Visit the Paige Wiard Gallery, 109 Fifth Street, on May 1, 2015, to view the ways artists have integrated paper into their artwork. An opening reception will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information please email paigewiardgallery@gmail.com or call 906-337-5970.

Galerie Bohème: New works by three artists

Art by Cynthia Coté. (Photo courtesy Galerie Bohème)

Galerie Bohème will feature new works by Cynthia Coté, Tom Rudd and Margo McCafferty this month. Meet the artists, enjoy the snacks and conversation on First Friday, May 1. The Galerie will be open on First Friday from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Call 906-369-4087 for more information. Galerie Bohème is at 423 Fifth Street in Calumet.

Calumet Art Center: Explore work from classes

Visit the Calumet Art Center on First Friday between 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on First Friday and see what students have created in the latest art classes. To learn about the Center and their work see a new video with Ed Gray, artist and executive director, on their Web site (Click on "A Welcome"). The Calumet Art Center is at 57055 Fifth Street. For more information call 906-934-2228.

Hahn Hammered Copper: Copper icicle ornaments

This First Friday evening see what's new at Hahn Hammered Copper -- their own hand-hammered copper icicle ornaments and also a large collection of near-mint Jewel Tea Autumn Harvest dinnerware. Hahn Hammered Copper is at 203 Fifth Street.

Copper Country Associated Artists: Art of Tin Cans workshop

Learn about the Art of Tin Cans at Copper Country Associated Artists (CCAA) Gallery from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. this First Friday. All you need to bring is your imagination and a hammer. You will learn the techniques and inspirations needed to transform a fruit or vegetable can into a beautiful silhouette candleholder with just a nail and hammer. Then you'll combine color alcohol inks to finish off your creation.

Please bring a hammer if attending this event. All other supplies will be provided. For safety reasons all participants must be over 12 years of age. CCAA is at 205 Fifth Street.

Cross Country Sports: "Art of Biking"

Cross Country Sports welcomes the biking season with a show titled "The Art of Biking" for the month of May. Artists participating with a variety of media include Joyce Koskenmaki, Cynthia Coté, jd slack, Shelly Hahn, Christa Walck, Elaine Eikenberry, Heather Ann Mroz and Jen Szubielak. Enjoy an open house and refreshments from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. May 1 at 507 Oak Street. For more information call 337-4520 or check the Cross Country Sports Facebook page.

Omphale Restaurant and Gallery: Music, Art of Jeremy Rowe

The Omphale Restaurant and Gallery, 431 Fifth Street, will host the Music and Art of Jeremy Rowe from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. First Friday, May 1 -- ONE NIGHT ONLY! Enjoy Dinner and Music every Friday. Visit the Omphale Facebook page for details.

First Friday, April 3, in Calumet to offer art, music, poetry, more ...

Mask of amphibious cat, sculpture by Tom Rudd. Read the story behind the mask below! (Photo courtesy Galerie Bohème)

CALUMET -- First Friday in Calumet, April 3, 2015, will offer new exhibits, art activities, music, refreshments and more.

Galerie Bohème: "More Good Art" and story of cat sculpture

Galerie Bohème will exhibit "More Good Art," a presentation of new works by local artists. The opening reception for this April exhibit will be from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on First Friday, April 3.

Artist and Galerie Bohème host Tom Rudd recounts this story behind his cat sculpture, part of the new exhibit:

"On a perfectly calm summer day I had the good fortune to canoe Lake Superior, specifically the inside passage between Eagle Harbor and Esrey Park on the windward side of the Keweenaw Peninsula. I paddled and drifted between submerged rocks, dodged ancient basalt outcroppings and small islands.

"Just east of the largest small island I came upon something startling and exciting.

"For the past many decades I have searched for the true Lake Superior monster, and here stretched out on the rocks in front of me were the ghostly remains of the very beast.

Lake monster ghostly remains. (Photo courtesy Tom Rudd)

"Questioning the life of this critter I came to the conclusion that this had been a cat, an amphibious cat! I decided to render my impression of the amphibian creature in the form of a mask to at least give her a face. Perhaps later I will guess the remaining anatomy, the life style, feeding habits, etc., of the aquatic feline.

"So for now check out the mask that scared the bejeepers out of our cat."

Galerie Bohème is at 423 5th Street in Calumet. Call 906-369-4087 for more information.

Paige Wiard Gallery: "Poetry Takes Flight"

Poets have a long association with birds and bird song, and in appreciation of National Poetry Month Paige Wiard Gallery is hosting a special First Friday literary event. Local author, Laura Smyth, will be on hand from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. to sign copies of her newly released poetry chapbook, Wandering In My Mind (Finishing Line Press, 2015).

Laura Smyth left years of urban existence behind for life on the Keweenaw Peninsula of Michigan. Her poetry is often inspired by the intersection of human nature and the natural world. She holds an MFA from Columbia University, has published in online and print journals and anthologies, and is a founding member of the Keweenaw Writers Workshop. She is also a book designer by profession and the owner of Smythtype Design.

Inset photo: Cover for Laura Smyth's poetry chapbook, Wandering In My Mind. Reprinted with permission.

The gallery will also feature a special show of paintings, photographs, sculpture and prints of all things birds by some of the gallery's best artists.

Woodpecker, by Ladislav Hanka. (Photo courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

The Paige Wiard Gallery is at 109 Fifth Street in Calumet. For additional information, please call 906-337-5970, or check out www.paigewiardgallery.com.

Calumet Art Center: "Sock Puppet Workshop"

If you are young at heart and enjoy a cool project, stop by the Calumet Art Center between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. to join a "Sock Puppet Workshop" led by Anna Ehl. From socks to inspiration, all necessary ingredients will be provided, and donations are accepted but not required. While you’re at the Art Center, explore the ongoing projects and check out the upcoming class offerings. For more information, call 934-2228 or check out the website at http://calumetartcenter.com/.

The Calumet Art Center is at 57055 Fifth Street.

Copper Country Associated Artists: Flint Knapping Demonstration

Artist Steve Hecht will demonstrate the ancient art of flint knapping from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on First Friday at the Copper Country Associated Artists (CCAA) gallery, 205 Fifth Street. Learn about selecting good stones and creating arrowheads using techniques that have been passed down through the centuries. Check out the new works by CCAA artists, and sign up for classes being offered this spring. For more information, call 337-1252 or check out the website at ccaartists.org.

Hahn Hammered Copper: Vintage Copper

Stop in at Hahn Hammered Copper this Good First Friday and see what’s "new" in old copper! Examine some very nice vintage Cobre copper pieces hand-crafted in Mexico and, as always, the Hahns' very own hand-hammered copper. See also their ever evolving assortment of odd and unusual items. Come in and nibble on a cookie and have a sip of tea at Hahn Hammered Copper.

Hahn Hammered Copper is at 203 Fifth Street.

Cross Country Sports: New for Spring

See what’s new for spring at Cross Country Sports, 507 Oak Street!  Photography by Jeremy Rowe and Eric Ollis; pottery by Jess Kane and Elaine Eikenberry; and jewelry by Heather Mroz, Jen Szubielak and Annele Sakari will be featured this First Friday.

Café Rosetta: Poetry and Art

In addition to the regular First Friday Open Mic Poetry reading from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Café Rosetta, 104 Fifth Street, will feature works by local artist Laura Cooley. Her work focuses mainly on single subjects in a contemporary style using acrylics.

Omphale Restaurant and Gallery: Food, Art and Live Music by the Backroom Boys

The Omphale Restaurant will feature a great mix of appetizers and entrées and live music by the Backroom Boys from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. "Lake and Sky," a multimedia exhibition by K Carlton Johnson will be featured in the gallery.

The Omphale Restaurant and Gallery is at 431 Fifth Street in Calumet.

Calumet Art District to offer Omphale Reopening plus art exhibits, activities, receptions for First Friday, Jan. 2

American Copper. This butterfly photo by Miriam Pickens is part of "The Butterfly Show" at the Omphale Gallery and Café, which will reopen on First Friday, Jan. 2, 2015. (Photo courtesy Miriam Pickens)

CALUMET -- The Calumet Art District welcomes 2015 with a wide array of Gallery Shows and the reopening of the famous Omphale Gallery and Café this First Friday, Jan. 2.

Omphale Gallery and Café: Reopening, "Butterfly Show," live music

The Omphale Gallery and Café, at 431 Fifth St. in Calumet, is reopening with a new menu and a special First Friday meal, courtesy of Chef Mike Porter of the Eagle Café (Eagle Harbor) and the Miscowaubik Club.

During January and February, the Omphale gallery will feature "The Butterfly Show" with works by Karen Runvik and Miriam Pickens. Karen fills her transparent watercolors with vibrant colors and light as she enjoys capturing the essence of the beauty of flowers and their pollinators. She currently spends her time at her woodland studio in the the Baraga area. Miriam has been taking close-up photos of the butterflies of the Maasto Hiihto trails in Hancock. She has photographed over 50 species and incorporates these and other delightful creatures in her work with ceramics.

Art by Karen Runvik, part of "The Butterfly Show" at the Omphale Gallery and Café. (Image courtesy Miriam Pickens)

The two will be presenting their works this First Friday evening, Jan. 2. During the Opening, enjoy the live music, visit with the artists and view their matted photographs, prints and portfolios. Please call Chef Mike at 235-9191 for more information.

Update: According to their Facebook page, the Omphale is now called the Omphale Restaurant and Gallery. Reservations are appreciated for dinner. Visit their Facebook page for the tentative menu.

Calumet Art Center: Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 2

The Calumet Art Center will be open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on First Friday, Jan. 2, but will be closed for the evening. Karena Schmidt is offering a felted mittens class on Thursday evenings in January and February, and there are still a few openings. The staff at the Calumet Art Center wishes you a Happy New Year, and will see you at First Friday in February. For more information call 934-2228.

Paige Wiard Gallery: Opening Reception

Art by Jerry Eppel, on exhibit at the Paige Wiard Gallery. (Photo courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

For the month of January the Paige Wiard Gallery, 109 Fifth St., will be showing work from the talented artists that can be found in the gallery every day! Stop in and show your support for the artists that make this gallery so special. An opening reception will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. First Friday, Jan. 2. For more information call 906-337-5970 or email paigewiardgallery@gmail.com.

Galerie Bohème: Group show

This lovely doll by Margo McCafferty and Tom Rudd is part of the group show now at the Galerie Bohème in Calumet. (Photo courtesy Galerie Bohème.)

Galerie Bohème is pleased to bring you a group show featuring multiple local artists. Check out the six-foot-long sturgeon that Tom Rudd just completed. The opening reception will be from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, call 906-369-4087.

Galerie Bohème is at 423 Fifth St. in Calumet.

Copper Country Associated Artists : Dry wall carving

Dry wall carving will be the featured activity at Copper Country Associated Artists (CCAA) for First Friday, Jan. 2. Learn how to create a beautiful carved tile from a material that is readily available as scrap. As this requires the use of exacto-knives, participants will be restricted to older teens and adults. All materials will be provided, and the activity will run from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

During the winter, the CCAA Gallery will be open most Thursdays from 11 a.m. - noon and on first Fridays from about 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. as well as for special events such as the Copperdog 150.

The CCAA Gallery is at 205 Fifth St. Call 337-1252 for more information.

Cross Country Sports: Art by Greg Green

For the month of January, Cross Country Sports will feature new works by Calumet master painter Greg Green. His new paintings, titled "Winter, Buddha, and a Trip to the Circus," celebrate paint, shapes and color in an abstract expressionist style. Enjoy an open house, refreshments and talk with Greg from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 2.

Cross Country Sports is at 507 Oak Street in Calumet.

Hahn Hammered Copper: New found objects

Hahn Hammered Copper will be participating in the Marquette-based "100 Day Project" again this year. The Hahns will be "Exploring Beauty" in the found object and will have new works on display monthly from now until the Spring Equinox. Stop in on First Friday and help guess the little brass Mystery Object. Whatever your taste, you're sure to find something at Hahn Hammered Copper, 203 Fifth Street.

Café Rosetta: Poetry Reading; art by Chris Schmidt

Café Rosetta is pleased to host a Community Poetry Reading and Original Short Stories, open mic beginning at 6 p.m. on First Friday, Jan. 2.

During the month of January, the art of Chris Schmidt, longtime bicycle racer and avid photographer, will be featured. Inspired by the Tour de France, Schmidt has been photographing races and creating posters, flyers and t-shirts. A winter collection of skiing and cycling images in photography and graphic art will be on display at Café Rosetta, 104 Fifth Street, during January.

New exhibits, art activities open to all on First Friday in Calumet, Nov. 7

"Pipestone Dreams," litho by Lillian Pitt. Her work will be on exhibit this month at Galerie Bohème in Calumet. (Image courtesy Galerie Bohème)

CALUMET -- First Friday, Nov. 7, in Calumet will feature several art exhibit openings and activities by the following members of the Calumet Art District.

Calumet Art Center Open Studio

First, stop in at the Calumet Art Center (CAC) for an Open Studio where you can find the space you need as well as inspiration to start, continue or finish your own personal art project.

Karena Schmidt, Calumet Art Center volunteer, demonstrates twining to visitors during a First Friday Open Studio. (Photo by Keweenaw Now)

If you've seen announcements regarding CAC classes for twining and wondered how it's done, stop in to see what "twining" is all about. Several people have dropped by and signed up for this class. CAC has twining projects in progress for you to enjoy. Find your inspiration while touring the center and open studios featuring looms of all types, lamp work bead station, library and writing studio and the clay studio where there are always works in progress.

Artist Gordon Borsvold, who taught a woodworking class at the Calumet Art Center last summer, examines a wood sculpture done by one of his students. (Photo by Keweenaw Now)

Learn about CAC's recent classes, projects and upcoming events. The Calumet Art Center is at 57055 Fifth Street. For more information call (906) 934-2228.

Galerie Bohème: Art by Lillian Pitt

This First Friday Galerie Bohème will exhibit intaglio, linocut and litho prints by Lillian Pitt. Lillian is a widely known and collected Native American visual artist and activist working in the Pacific Northwest. A reception will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

 

Artist Lillian Pitt. (Photo courtesy Galerie Bohème)

"Currently, Lil is packing for a trip to New Zealand, where she has been studying the Maori art of intimidation," says Galerie Bohème host Tom Rudd. "Lil is a good friend, and after some arm twisting (on my part) and stressing (on her part) sent me a suite of prints to show at the Bohème. So, come on by this Friday from 6:30 to 9 and check them out. They are very collectible. Also you can have a plastic cuppa and a crumpet, and visit with friends while you enjoy the artworks."

Galerie Bohème is at 423 5th Street in Calumet. Call 906-369-4087 for more information.

Paige Wiard Gallery: "Fiber on Fifth"

 An example of the fiber art that will be on display at Paige Wiard Gallery this month. (Photo courtesy Paige Wiard Gallery)

The art work of fiber artists from across Michigan and the country will be featured in the November show, "Fiber on Fifth," at Paige Wiard Gallery in Calumet. Each artist puts a unique spin on the natural elements of fiber to create pieces of art that express the artist's passions.

Fiber art, part of the "Fiber on Fifth" display at Paige Wiard Gallery, opening First Friday, Nov. 7.

An open reception will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on First Friday, Nov. 7, at Paige Wiard Gallery at 109 Fifth St, Calumet. For more information call 906-337-5970 or email at paigewiardgallery@gmail.com.

Copper Country Associated Artists Gallery: "Paper Weaving"

Copper Country Associated Artists Gallery, at 205 Fifth St., will hold a workshop in "Paper Weaving" from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7. Learn how to weave paper into designs that can be used to make your Thanksgiving or Christmas cards this season. All ages are welcome. No reservations needed.

For more information contact the Gallery at 337-1252 or call Pam, CCAA chairperson, at 337-2274.

Café Rosetta: Art by Richard Buckho and poetry reading

Café Rosetta will be hosting "Richard Buckho: Calumet on Canvas" -- images of Calumet and surrounding areas printed on superior quality -- past and original, and slightly unusual.

Stop in for a poetry reading from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Share your latest creation or poem from your favorite poet. Browse the used books and enjoy a hot drink or homemade treat!

Hahn Hammered Copper: "Guess the Mystery Object"

Hahn Hammered Copper invites First Friday visitors to stop in and see what's new in their reclaimed, repurposed, artful salvaged items. The Hahns will be having another "Guess the Mystery Object" contest. The person who guesses correctly wins a hand-made copper zipper pull.

Cross Country Sports: Photography by Jeremy Rowe

For the month of November, Cross Country Sports will feature work by Jeremy Rowe of Keweenaw Night Sky Photography. Jeremy uses long-exposure photography to capture spectacular views of the Northern Lights and landscapes of favorite places along the north shore of the Keweenaw, where he spends a lot of time monitoring the skies.

Photography by Jeremy Rowe of Keweenaw Night Sky Photography will be the November exhibit at Cross Country Sports, with an open house for the artist on First Friday, Nov. 7. (Photo © 2014 and courtesy Jeremy M. Rowe)

The images are processed onto specially coated aluminum sheets with dyes that are infused directly into the surface, adding a breathtaking luminescence as well as durability. In addition to his metal prints, Jeremy will show time-lapse videos of some of his favorite night sky scenes, set to original music which he composes and produces. 2015 calendars featuring some of his best photos of the year will be available in mid-November. Enjoy an open house and refreshments and meet the artist from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 7, at 507 Oak Street. For more information call 337-4520.