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First  Fridays Art Walk

           FREE MONTHLY ART WALK
           FEATURING LOCAL ARTISTS

Upcoming First Friday -
February 3, 2006

Oldtown Salinas
Alive After Five


100 - 300 Blocks Main Street
, & Surrounding Oldtown Salinas    5pm – 8pm

Info: 831.758.9126

Continuing the First Friday of every month

Live Music, Light Refreshments, Special Promotions

 

 

                 FIRST FRIDAY VENUE MAP

 February 3rd  5 pm – 8 pm

Check out Sasoontsi Gallery with live music by Harold Birdsall, light refreshments and the art of Katherine A. Taylor, “Engaging Faces: Amphibian and Reptile Watercolor Portraits” Meet the artist and enjoy the live reptiles on display tonight only!
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40 Central Avenue
751.1777
Enjoy Live music at the Steinbeck House, visit the room where John Steinbeck was born, and grab a bite of Mrs. Steinbeck’s famous brownies - featuring the Homespun Harmonies of the Spindle Sisters from 6pm-7pm
17
132 Central Avenue
422.2735
At Scenic Visions Gallery enjoy live music, the mural-size large format landscape photographs by local artists and delightful refreshments.
2
137 Central Avenue, Suite 8
424.0965
Salinas School of Dance, the home of the Spirit of Salinas Irish dance troupe has tasty treats and a preview of their talented dancers’ performance.
16
40 West Gabilan Street
424.4655
Drop into American Home Mortgage for the opening of the art exhibit, “Virtual Valley” digital paintings by Dan Beck of the Salinas area.
11
2 Salinas Street
772.0358
Top it off at the Cottage Belle and relish the art of millinery: hand-made hats, antiques, simple pleasures, and small comforts. Enjoy a chat with Pam and great food too!
22
10 West Gabilan Street
769.9696
Discover the latest in pet comfort with hand-crafted beds and the art of pet fashion with original designs by Kathy at La Posh Paw. The neighborhood pet palace!
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8½ West Gabilan Street
754.1729
Right next door partake of pastry delights at & Everything Nice where there is friendly food and the fresh people host an exhibit of paintings by Kathy Truxton.
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8 West Gabilan Street
754.2253
Turn the corner to Rollick’s Internet Café to see the work of local photographer, Megan Gong, premiering the exhibit “My Secret Travels”, enjoy delectable hors d’oeuvres, meet the artist, and listen to local musical talent during open mic night starting at 7pm.
15
210 Main Street
422.1760
Wander over to Girl Lee for the art of fashion, what’s new for spring, cool clothes and scrumptious hors d’oeuvres.
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214 Main Street
770.0252
Stroll down to the Valley Art Gallery, a cooperative for over 30 years, to experience the work of local artists in a variety of mediums. Meet the artists and enjoy fantastic refreshments.
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218 Main Street
422.4162
Paddle over to the coolest vintage clothing shop in Oldtown: The Swim! Clothes that truly make an artistic statement and live mannequins show them off – it’s cactaceous!
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242½ Main Street
753.7946
Stride over to Head Over Heels for the latest in fashionable shoe art, and delectable treats.
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246 Main Street
772.0512
Blossom with spring decorating tips from the experts at Rooms in Bloom take a look and a nosh on some wonderful delicacies.
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248 Main Street
753.7080
Dip down into Bliss Boutique to experience current fashions with a youthful flair and meet the resident white dove, Bella.
21
266 Main Street
757.4055
Continue south and step into the lobby of the Ariel Theater for an experience of the performing arts with live music and tasty goodies. Pick up info on the upcoming production of the “Little Red Hen” while you’re there!
4
300 Main Street
775.0976
Drop into the Cherry Bean Coffee House & Roastery for live music, a taste of the ‘best cup of coffee in Salinas’, and to view the work of local artists. Mosaics are featured this month.
8
332 Main Street
424.1989
Step out the back door of the Cherry Bean and turn left for a glimpse into American Longevity & Compliments to see the work of local student artists and taste a refreshing healthy smoothie.
10
339 Melody Lane
422.3400
Cross the street to Affordable Décor and get ideas for your home, while tasting some great gastronomical treats. Wall art is 10% off tonight!
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345 Main Street
759.8359
Turn right to Rosie O’s Barbeque for a delicious bite of the best wood smoked cooking this side of the Gabilans or the Santa Lucias. Open weekends – eat in or take out.
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343 Main Street
794.3434
Stop into the historic Fox California Theatre for “Celluloid” paintings by Kenny King, and live music in the historic Art Deco lobby. The PaperWing Theatre Company’s "The Odd Couple” opens tonight at 8. Call for details: 675-0521.
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239 Main Street
675.0521
Pool your resources at Side Pocket Billiards with one half hour free with when you purchase a one hour billiards game tonight.
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247 Main Street
771.0100
Relax at Aqua Blue Day Spa with a free five minute chair massage; enjoy the Mediterranean flavor, local art, and brief tour of the facility.
5
229 Main Street
422.2500
Saunter over to Monterey Street to Bay Photo Lab to see the exhibition of photographs, “Monterey Marine” by Tim Westmore, meet the artist and unwind with a hors d’oeuvre or two.
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202 Monterey Street
424.0532
Make a debut at Oldtown’s new multiplex Maya Cinemas to see “Genies and Magic Carpets” by students from Soledad & Everett Alvarez High Schools created for first Night Monterey. Top the evening with a film, and get your garage parking validated!
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153 Main Street
757.6299
Get creative at Fun Friday with the children’s art table from 3:30pm-6pm at Coast-Tel Federal Credit Union and see the student art on display in the window. Kids create artwork to be displayed in Oldtown next First Fridays on March 3.
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356 Main Street
758.3836
Stroll over and relax in the ambience of the European touch at Jánika Tanning & Beauty Shoppe, new clients receive a free tanning session. Enjoy the tranquil murals of Italy by David Landis while you’re there.
13
234 Monterey Street
753.1400
Skip over to Jump-N-Around and leap for joy with a free jump for kids and a tour for parents at the newest party place for kids – children also get to create a painting at the art table which will be displayed at the next First Fridays March 3.
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235 Monterey Street
757.5867
Stop by and give a listen to Wise Music – new this month at First Fridays – the store with a name!
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233 Monterey Street
424.7885
Skate into art, innovative design & fun at Bill’s Wheels’ celebrating 20 years in business with a new location in Oldtown – stop in to see the new store and have a bite to eat.
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145 Monterey Street
443.0415
Stop by Chapala Restaurant tonight to see the work of local artists and listen to live music.
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438 Salinas Street
757.4959
Visit the Pajaro Street Grill
and receive a free art print with the purchase of an entrée!

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435 Pajaro Street
754.3738
Complete your evening in Oldtown at one of these fine restaurants: Golden Fish 32 Hullaballoo 33 La Fogata 35 La Perla 34 The Pub 38 Penny Farthing 37 Salinas Valley Fish House 39
Just mention that you are a
First Fridays Participant and receive a free appetizer or dessert between 5pm-9pm
Thank you Salinas and all of the venues in Oldtown Salinas for making First Fridays a huge success – First Fridays couldn’t happen without YOU! Get more involved – volunteer today! Community Service opportunities for teens are also available. Call 758-9126 for more information Upcoming First Friday: February 3rd
5pm-8pm


Next First Friday:
March 3rd
5pm-8pm

See you there!

Upcoming First Fridays:   February 3rd 5pm-8pm / March 3rd 5pm- 8pm


Celebrate the arts and our community!  Everyone is invited to participate in this exciting monthly event showcasing the talents of local artists while promoting arts and culture in Oldtown Salinas.  Stroll through the historic downtown area and enjoy fine art, light refreshments and wine tasting.    First Fridays is the free monthly art walk in Oldtown Salinas continuing the first Friday of every month.  Galleries and businesses displaying art are hosting receptions from 5 pm to 8 pm; featuring food and live music, as well as ‘open house’ formats in businesses that are not displaying the work of local artists.

Come and join us for First Fridays Art Walk – greet old friends, meet local artists, and share good times.  Admission is free!




NATIONAL & STATE PARKS

Photographs by Toni Chiapelli

Bay Photo Lab

202 Monterey Street, Oldtown Salinas

Info: 831.758.9126

 

November 1 through December 31, 2005

 

Artist’s Reception: December 2, 5 pm – 8 pm


Goblin Valley,  Photograph by Toni Chiapelli

 



 

MY SECRET TRAVELS

Photographs by Megan Gong

Rollicks Internet Café  

210 Main Street, Oldtown Salinas

Info: 758.9126

November 1 through December 31, 2005

 

Artist’s Reception: December 2, 5 pm – 8 pm

 

  

 

 

Photograph by Megan Gong




HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

 

GROUP ART EXHIBITION by LOCAL STUDENTS

 

Fox California Theatre

235 Main Street, Oldtown Salinas

Info: 831.758.9126

November 1 through December 31, 2005

 

Artist’s Reception: December 2, 5 pm – 8 pm

 

 


ARTSONG

Salinas Union High School District Student Art Show

GROUP ART EXHIBITION by LOCAL STUDENT ARTISTS


At the Hartnell College Gallery

 

Visual Arts Building – Facing Alisal Street @ San Vincente
 

156 Homestead Avenue · Salinas, CA 93901 · 831.758.9126

 

April 23 through April 29, 2005

Artist’s Reception: April 29, 1pm – 3 pm



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