Spokane first Friday
Venues are open 5-8 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Artisan’s Wares:
Holiday open house. Featuring jewelry, glass, wood, metal, leather, fiber and fine art from local and national artists. 5-9 p.m. 1009 W. First Ave.
The Artist’s Tree Gallery:
“Art Glass” by Eric Crow of Glass Alley. Also featuring works of more than 60 artists. 828 W. Sprague Ave.
Avenue West Gallery:
“Mexican Women Artisans at Work” by Dian Zahner. “Creative Calligraphy” by Sue Zimmerman. Also featuring southwest gourds by Barb Crossland. Artist reception. 5-9 p.m. 1021 W. First Ave.
Brews Bros. Espresso Lounge:
“Dumpster Art,” acrylic paintings on recycled cardboard by Jim Battell. Artist reception, live music and 10% discount on beverages. 734 W. Sprague Ave.
Chase Gallery:
Featuring large-scale dramatic landscape paintings of the regional agricultural landscape by Moses Lake artist Kim Matthews Wheaton. Artist reception. City Hall, 808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
ComedySportz:
Free tickets to the Dec. 2 performance at 8 p.m. for the first 15 people to sign the guest list between 5 and 6 p.m. Audience- interactive improv comedy played like a sport. Suitable for all ages. 227 W. Riverside Ave.
Empyrean:
Stained glass by Michelle LeVar. Nature-themed and abstract watercolor works by Cecille Charles. 154 S. Madison Ave.
Far West Billiards:
Contemporary artwork
by Linda Lawrie, Jayme Aumann and Cliff Hall.
1001 W. First Ave.
Finders Keepers Antiques and Unique Jewelry:
Snacks and storewide specials up to 50% discount. 112 S. Cedar St.
Galleria De Felice:
Featuring Spokane
painter and sculptor Steve Gevurtz, sculpting
on sight and featuring recent pieces. Steve
specializes in commissioned portraits and bronze sculptures. 5-9 p.m. Davenport Hotel, 10 S. Post
St.
Global Credit Union:
Varying artwork on display through windows. 726 W. Riverside Ave.
GoodWorks Gallery:
“Flying Backwards,” recent artwork by John Noble. Artist reception.
5-9 p.m. 1019 W. First Ave.
Grande Ronde Wine Cellar:
Wood carvings and basketry of Bali artist Dewa Ayu Susilawati. Also featuring local artists Louise Saylor, Betty Eaton-Rhea, Dennis Smith, Marsha Marcuson, Sheila Evans, Susie Snider, Dave Henke and Shirley Hackett. Corner of Second Avenue and Lincoln Street.
The Huneke Gallery at Spokane Art School:
Contemporary craft and fine art from local and regional artists. 920 N. Howard St.
InterPlayers Gellhorn Gallery
: “25 Years at the InterPlayers Theatre,” photos by Don Hamilton Studio in the Kapelac Gallery on the main floor. “Landscape,” paintings by Spokane artist Don Bott
on display in the Gellhorn Gallery on the second floor. “Fantasticks” preview at 8 p.m. with jazz by LUSH and a holiday and art silent auction. 174 S. Howard St.
Katze Boutique:
Mention First Friday and receive a 10% discount on your entire purchase. 824 W. Sprague Ave.
Kolva-Sullivan Gallery:
“Chunks and Lovely Parts,” paintings by Dara Harvey. 115 S. Adams St. 458-5517.
Kress Gallery:
“Headstrong and Humorous,” works of the Northwest Papier Mache Artists’ Guild. Artists include Sherri Ballman, Lisa Conger, Peggy Donovan, Rhea Giffin, Nancy Heffter, Leata Judd, Judy Minter and Larry Thomas. River Park Square, third level, 808 W. Main Ave.
Lorinda Knight Gallery:
“Pause,” new ceramic pieces by Lisa Nappa and encaustic paintings by Wendy Franklund Miller. Artist reception. 6-8 p.m. 523 W. Sprague Ave. 838-3740.
The Montvale Hotel:
Featuring Spokane artist Rick Garcia, known for bold colors and use of found objects. Reception with refreshments. 1005 W. First Ave.
Moose Lake Company:
10% discount on any item, including sales merchandise. 707 W. Main Ave.
Mootsy’s N. 9 Pizza:
Stop in for a $1 slice of cheese pizza and view art on display by local artists. 9 N. Washington St.
New Dawn Books and Shanti Gallery
: “Recovery Process,” narrative works by
Carrie Scozzaro. Artist reception. 5-7 p.m.
509 W. Sprague Ave.
Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture:
“Drawn to Yellowstone: Artists in America’s First National Park,” “The Mapmaker’s Eye: David Thompson on the Columbia Plateau,” “Land Mark: Prints by Joe Feddersen,” “Shaw McCutcheon: Editorial Cartoonist,” “Spokane Timeline: Personal Voices” and “Campbell House Holidays.” 2316 W.
First Ave.
On Sacred Grounds:
“Natural Inspiration: Landscape Photography” by Judy Hankel. Artist reception with refreshments. 5-9 p.m. 163 S.
Lincoln St.
Peters and Sons Flowers, Gifts and Gallery:
Photography by Spokane native Ned Fox. Artist reception. Corner of Second Avenue and Lincoln Street.
Pottery Place Plus Gallery:
“Handcrafted for You,” unique gifts by 22 local artists. Liberty Building, 402 W. Main Ave.
Print Elements:
Oil pastels and ink artwork by Kendall Watson. 227 W. Riverside Ave.
Rainbow Regional Community Center:
A variety of mediums and styles of art by local artists Jayme Aumann, Jan-marie Danielson, Cliff Hall and Linda M. Lawrie. 508 W. Second Ave.
Rock Coffee
: Paintings by local artists. Live music. 920 W. First Ave.
Spokane Transit Authority (STA)
: “Remembering Natatorium Park.” Local glass artist and painter Conrad Bagley will demonstrate skills on canvas. Ben “Presley” Kline and the Rockabillies tribute band will perform beginning at 7 p.m. 5-9 p.m. 701 W. Riverside Ave.
24 Hour Fitness:
Mention First Friday and receive a free workout on Friday; stop inside for details. 718 W. Riverside Ave.