Downtown Art and Wine Walk Saturday
MOSES LAKE — Participants get the chance to check out local wines, brews, the work of local artists and writers, and downtown businesses during the annual Art and Wine Walk, from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday. The event is hosted by the Moses Lake Business Association with support from BBSI, Inland Cellular, Venue, and Washington Trust Bank.
Participants can browse the businesses and art free of charge, but the wine tasting requires a ticket. Maps of participating businesses, and tickets for the wine tasting, will be available Saturday at Michael’s Market and Bistro, 221 West Broadway Ave.
Businesses are paired with wineries and artists, said MLBA Executive Director Jasmyne Debeaumont. Participating businesses include Michael’s Bistro, Kandi’s Yarn Closet and Craft Creations, True Step, Red Door Café & More, Sue’s Gift Boutique, Miller’s Fine Jeweler’s, Silver Sage Design Studio, Artgarden Pottery, Tyke’s 2 Kid’s, Third and Alder Salon, and the Smith-Martin Building businesses. The businesses include Formality Tuxes & More, Second Time Silver, Looking Glass Studio, Made in Moses Lake and Mason’s Place.
Red Door will host the artwork of co-owner Jan Thacker and her granddaughter Alex Boorman. Lenae Haugen, owner of Silver Sage, will showcase her designs at her store, and owner Laura Mayer will display her ceramics at Artgarden. Craft Creations & Kandi’s Yarn Closet will present live craft demonstrations.
Other artists participating include the painting and photography team of Ken and Angela Greene and 13-year-old Ana McCabe. Authors Judith Ann McDowell and S. Evan Townsend will be signing copies of their books. Pedro McKinley will display what he calls “grind art.” Acoustic guitar music will be provided by Nolan at True Step.
Participating wineries include Camas Cove Cellars, Kyra Wines and Neppel Cellars, all of Moses Lake; Jones of Washington, White Heron Cellars and Cave B Estate Winery, all of Quincy; Ginkgo Forest, Mattawa; Milbrandt Vineyards, Prosser; Ryan Patrick Cellars, Leavenworth and Bella Bolle Wines, produced in northern California. St. Brigid’s Brewery, Moses Lake, will have samples for people who want to mix things up with some beer.
Tickets for the wine tasting are $35 for individuals, $45 for couples, on Saturday. Advance tickets are available at Michael’s Bistro, Inland Cellular, Duda Insurance, Artgarden, Craft Creations. Kandi’s Yarn Closet and the Smith-Martin building.
Proceeds support local family events and projects in downtown Moses Lake. The ticket includes a wine glass and raffle ticket for prizes given away during the event.