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2012 Events

21^st Annual Spring Art Show                                                  

March 30, 31, April 1 ~ 10 to 5 pm daily

World Kite Museum ~ 303 Sid Snyder Drive West, Long Beach, WA

Over 50 artists compete in twenty plus categories during this show. In addition, Inspired Creations Shopping Experience, featuring art and art inspired work for same-day purchase, allows even more art from the exhibiting artists to be on view. An art raffle, of member donated work, benefits the PAA High School Graduate Scholarship Fund and the Art Enrichment Program. Best in Show Winner of the Fall 2011 Art Show, Peggy Bleckov, is the featured artist of this event.  Free admission ~ parking is plentiful!

Unveiling of the Northwest Garlic Poster Winner            

June 8 ~ 6 to 8 pm ~ Location TBA

This is the first time collectors may purchase the year’s NW Garlic Festival Poster.  PAA hosts a reception to celebrate the winning artist with champagne and light nibbles.  The coveted “low numbers” of the 100 limited edition posters go fast.  Mark your calendar to attend!

Starving Artists Sale 

July 7 ~ 10:30 to 4 pm

Location in Ocean Park TBA

Some of the best bargains in town! This is the time of year that our members clear out their studios.  Art, art supplies, frames, paper, canvas, books and more at rock-bottom prices. The Starving Artists Sale is a fun and casual day, allowing conversation with various artists and exceptional shopping.  A percentage of all sales directly benefit PAA’s High School Graduate Scholarship Fund. Free admission ~ parking available!

Old Fashioned 4th of July Parade           

July 4^th ~ Ocean Park

PAA participates for the fifth time in this family oriented favorite.  Members march the parade route pulling red wagons filled with sidewalk chalk…over 1000 pieces…and encourage children along the way to “make art”!  When the parade is over, the streets are filled with their artistic endeavors.  Take a moment after the parade to view their work.

Explosion of Art    

July 6, 7 & 8

Over 4^th of July weekend, (this weekend it is July 6, 7 & 8), several art events are planned for the north end of the peninsula.  Oysterville is having an art faire, the Ocean Park Area Chamber of Commerce hosts Art in the Park and several Ocean Park galleries hold special demonstrations and sales.  More information to come.

5th Summer Art Festival         

July 20 21 & 22 ~ Fri 12 to 5 pm, Sat 10 to 5 pm, Sun 10 to 3 pm

World Kite Museum ~ 303 Sid Snyder Drive West, Long Beach, WA

A fun, bright and diverse group of PAA artists provide a celebration of art with their creative wares. This is a great place to find one-of-a-kind vacation mementos, beach home art and décor, beautiful jewelry and more. Annual updates to this festival keep it fresh and exciting. As with all our events, everything is handcrafted or artist inspired. Located on the Sid Snyder beach approach…sandy toes welcome!  Free admission and parking at venue!

42nd Annual Fall Art Show    

October 5, 6, 7 & 8 ~ 10 to 5 pm daily

World Kite Museum ~ 303 Sid Snyder Drive West, Long Beach, WA

Our oldest, continued art event. Over 50 artists compete in twenty plus categories during this show. In addition, Inspired Creations Shopping Experience, featuring art and art inspired work for same-day purchase, allows even more art from the exhibiting artists to be on view. This show is a fantastic way to kick off holiday shopping. An art raffle, of member donated work, benefits the PAA High School Graduate Scholarship Fund and the Art Enrichment Program. Best in Show Winner of the Spring 2012 Art Show, will be the featured artist of this event.   Free Admission, parking is plentiful!

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Art Enrichment

Peninsula Arts Association works with local teachers to bring exciting art programs into class.  Art project boxes, filled with art supplies and curriculum compatible lesson plans are available for teachers to check out at local elementary schools.  PAA keeps the supplies refilled and organizes artist helpers when needed.

High School Graduate Scholarship

Peninsula Arts Association encourages young people in the arts and currently presents an annual scholarship of $1000 to a local high school graduate from the Ocean Beach or Naselle/Grays River Valley School District.  An interest in furthering art education is just one step in the application process, which also includes meeting a GPA minimum of 2.5, creating a portfolio of work, writing an essay and participating in an interview.

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