Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Richland is Hopping!

Have you noticed that the second Friday of the month has become a Richland Art Hop night? It's happening again from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, October 10, when the Blue Water Gallery hosts an opening reception for its new exhibit, Stolen Souls. The show, which runs through November 12, features metal work by Pam Nivala, paintings by Michael Dunn, and photography by T. C. Nihart. Music for the festive opening will be provided by DJ Chris Pappas. The Blue Water Gallery is at Clocktower Green, 8860 North 32nd Street, just north of the village of Richland.

And there's more . . .

Don't forget the last few sessions of the Richland Farmers' Market, every Wednesday from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the Richland Area Community Center, 9400 East CD Avenue. The Market continues on October 15, 22, and 29, when it wraps for the season. The weather may be chillier, but there are plenty of apples, squash, gourds, mum plants, jam, honey, greens, beets, and more.

Speaking of the Community Center, RACC has a great ballroom dance session two Sunday afternoons a month, from 2 to 5 p.m. There's live music by the Swing Masters and lessons available before the dance. You don't need a partner--just come and dance! Admission is $7. Upcoming dates are October 19, November 2 and 16, and December 8 and 22. On Sunday, October 19, you can help to decide what kinds of dance lessons you'd like to see offered at RACC. Come from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a demo of different styles: line dancing, ballroom, Latin, and square dancing. Then cast your vote!

Finally, be sure to make a special note on your Halloween agenda to visit the annual safe trick-or-treat in the village park, sponsored by the Richland Area Business Association.

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