Summer ArtWalk returns Friday

FINDLAY — An opening reception for the Findlay Art League's August show, "Food and Agriculture," will be held during summer ArtWalk on Friday. The reception is scheduled from 5-9 p.m. with awards presented at 7 p.m. Harpist Josh Haudenschield will perform. During ArtWalk, businesses and local creatives will come together to offer a free event for the community. Artists and musicians will be located at local shops, restaurants, and businesses, all within walking distance of each other. Visitors can view artwork and talk to artists, listen to the talents of musicians and support local business. Artwork — ranging from Chinese brush painting to pottery — will be available for purchase at nearly every location. Summer ArtWalk musicians and artists can be found throughout downtown Findlay at nearly 30 locations on Friday from 5-9 p.m. Oh Happy Rea, Ma Vie Events and Mon Coeur are all recently opened locations and will be taking part in their first ArtWalk event. In addition to hosting artists, Ma Vie Events will hold its inaugural karaoke night beginning at 7 p.m. with a $5 cover charge. Opening their doors is Truly Natural Therapies on Main Street with violinist Isaac Weese. Trinity Episcopal Church will be open for a presentation exploring the different icons that can be found throughout the church. The program will take place at the top and bottom of the hour and will last about 20 minutes. The Jones Building local artists will welcome guests into their studios to see their work and chat about their process. Visitors will find live music at The Baker's Café, Findlay Brewing Company, The Lavender Hour, Logan's Irish Pub and Open Mic Night at Coffee Amici. ArtWalk takes place within DORA boundaries and beverages can be purchased and enjoyed at participating bars, restaurants, and shops. Full DORA details are available on the city's website. ArtWalk is a quarterly, family-friendly, free event that takes place the first Friday of February, May, August and November in an effort to promote the arts and integrate them throughout the downtown Findlay business community. This event is a collaborative effort between Visit Findlay, Hancock County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Findlay Art League, Jones Building Artists and Marathon Center for the Performing Arts. A complete list of participating locations and artists, as well as a virtual map, can be found at VisitFindlay.com/ArtWalk. Printed maps of ArtWalk locations are available at the Visit Findlay Welcome Center, 123 E. Main Cross St., with limited copies at all participating locations during the event. For more information, go to VisitFindlay.com/ArtWalk