Community Calendar

Jim Zimpel, Associate Dean of the College of Arts & Architecture and an Associate Professor of Sculpture + Extended Media at Montana State University in Bozeman presents a visual art exhibition in the discipline of Sculpture at the SFCC Fine Art Gallery. Zimpel states, “My work constructs factual and imaginary entry points and rituals-they are the means to process, explore and understand things that are actually, or perceived as, inaccessible.”

The members of the Spokane Watercolor Society showcase their diverse styles in water media art, juried by EWU professor Jenny Hyde. First Friday Opening Reception will be on September 5 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. and will feature an awards ceremony, live violin and flute music, and juror's critique of the work. Come and join us for an inspiring "family and friends" free activity. The show will run through September 26 at Spokane Art School.

In the show titled “Going Wild”, RRAFA artists are challenged to pass up the peaceful and quiet landscapes or still lifes and add action and unusual ideas to their art. A sleeping bear is a wild bear, but not a wild idea. Out with the pastel and pleasant and in with bright colors and exceptional designs! The artists are encouraged to courageously think outside the box or create something unique in the box.

A fall festival for all ages, but we can't help but to cater to young imaginations. We're not like most farms on Green Bluff! At Siemers Farm Fall Festival you'll find surprises around every corner with tricky corn and hedge mazes filled with a mission to get the secret message to find the princess, rouge pirates and a life-size pirate ship playground, and end with the King James Knighting ceremony. In the pumpkin patch you'll find delights that will make you smile such as "town" themed destinations to explore! See a full list of our activities on our social media (FB & IG) such as FREE line dancing lessons, Good Witches Shows, and vendor demonstrations. For all of this and more, we do require an entry fee - so come make a day of it - you absolutely will not be disappointed.

September 26 - October 26
Friday - Sunday
10am-5pm
$8 cash, $10 online & card, 2 & under free

When Yasuko Mayhew started ceramics 18 years ago, she made an instant connection working with clay that allowed her to express her love and admiration for all types of beautiful little creatures. In the process of portraying animals, birds, fish, or amphibians realistically, she challenged herself to transform hard and heavy clay to look light, warm, rough, smooth, or fragile, to allow each piece to come to life with a "soul", because as Yasuko says, "creating an animal piece is a very solemn, quiet moment, like a prayer".

Stop by Pottery Place Plus in the Historic Liberty Building this Sept to enjoy her new enchanting ceramic world. Stop by on First Friday on Sept 5th between 5pm-8pm to meet Yasuko in person!

Trackside Studio Ceramic Art Gallery opens Dot to Dash, and invitionational exhibit of surface rich, low to mid range fired ceramics by 5 artists from across the United States. • Israel Davis - Ada, Michagan, Dehmie Dehmlow - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Nancy Gardner - Forest Park, Illinois, Dennis Meiners - Portland, Oregon, and Taylor Sijan - Netcong, New Jersey. Exhibit opens First Friday of September, and continues through the month with regular gallery hours Wednesday through Friday, 11 AM - 5 PM. All info at www.TracksideStudio.net

Heatherann Woods' debut solo exhibition explores perspective and perception in atmospheric oil paintings by capturing ephemeral light from familiar views in the Spokane region. She invites the viewer to not only step into the space and be moved, but also engage with fellow viewers, initiating conversations, by questioning the concept of "realism" and how we project expectations instead of receive information based on personal experience.

The "September Moon" exhibition features beautifully detailed ceramic artistry by local artist Ken Scott and visiting ceramic artist Red Burnell, as well as the stunning nature-inspired paintings by painter Heidi Barnett.
Enjoy a few special paintings by Katie Frey, Kim Long, and Diane Garmire, and new works by mosiac artist, Kerry Whitsitt and many of the New Moon members This show aims to engage your senses with vibrant colors, forms, and textures, promising to soothe your eyes and soul, and bring an abundance of beauty and joy.

Shotgun Studios proudly presents “Generations in Color,” a powerful new exhibition uniting the art of surrealist painter Roch Fautch and his daughter, Amberle. The show will be on view from September 5 through September 27, with an exclusive artists’ reception on Friday, September 12, from 6–9 p.m.

Roch Fautch is an internationally celebrated surrealist painter and sculptor. Though largely self-taught, his expertise in diverse media—from concrete and fiberglass to intricate mold-building—has earned him worldwide recognition. A member of elite artistic societies like the International Surrealist Group, the Eurasian Art Union, and the Visionary Artist Society, Fautch's work has been a lifelong exploration of the subconscious mind.

Complementing her father’s intricate surrealism, Amberle brings a bold and soulful energy to the gallery. Her paintings are a direct reflection of her work as a musician - song writer with the same emotive harmonies and expressive spirit found in her acoustic blues-rock sound. Amberle and her husband Tone Madden perform regionally with their band called “Comin Home The Band.”

"Working with my daughter Amberle on this show has been an incredible experience," says Roch Fautch. "It's a joy to see our different passions—mine in surrealism and hers in music and painting—come together in one space." This unique collaboration, tied together by the theme “Generations in Color,” showcases the powerful connection between a father and daughter’s artistic journeys.

The public is invited to the artists’ reception on Friday, September 12, 6-9 pm at Shotgun Studios to meet both artists and celebrate this extraordinary fusion of art and legacy.

Come on down to celebrate LeAnn Bjerken's poetry collection, Ordinary Omens! Joining her will be local poets Laura Read with her new title, The Serious World, and Maya Jewell Zeller with her new title, The Wonder of Mushrooms. We will have all of their latest titles available! This event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP via https://auntiesbooks.com/event/2025-09-26/ordinary-omens-leann-bjerken-w-laura-read-maya-jewell-zeller