Tuesday, March 31, 2020

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Monday, November 25, 2019

"Deck the Hall" Christmas and Holiday Open House-Opening day/weekend begins Friday Nov. 29th from 10-4:00, Saturday Nov. 30th 10-4:00, and Sunday Dec. 1st 12-4:00.

Friends of Skamokawa will be hosting its annual "Deck the Hall" Christmas and Holiday Open House, November 29 through December 15.
[Skamokawa, WA] Opening day/weekend begins Friday Nov. 29th from 10-4:00, Saturday Nov. 30th 10-4:00, and Sunday Dec. 1st 12-4:00. This warm and friendly holiday shopping environment features a wide range of unique gifts for all ages and tastes. Skamokawa’s annual holiday open house will continue for the following three weeks, Thursdays through Sundays 12-4:00 with the final day being Sunday, December 15th.
Friends of Skamokawa is currently accepting additional holiday crafters for this event. To sign up or for more information, please call the Friends of Skamokawa office at 360-795-3007 or email fos1894@gmail.com.
What: “Deck the Hall” Skamokawa’s Annual Christmas and Holiday Open House
When: November 29 through December 15
Where: 1394 W. State Route 4, Skamokawa WA –
River Life Interpretive Center/Central School/Redmen Hall
Phone: 360-795-3007
Email: fos1894@gmail.com

Sunday, October 27, 2019

Call for Vendors

Friends of Skamokawa is seeking vendors and crafters to participate in our Annual Holiday Open House, “Deck the Hall”. Are you looking to sell your unique art or craft? Whether you are new to selling or have many years of experience, we would love to have you at this wonderfully fun community event. We offer a warm and friendly holiday shopping environment for everyone to enjoy. Vendors do not need to be present during the three-week event. Items will be displayed on consignment.

When: Nov. 29 through Dec. 15

Where: 1394 W. SR 4, Skamokawa, WA 98647 - Skamokawa’s River Life Interpretive Center/Central School/Redmen Hall

Additional Information: Please submit vendor items no later than Monday, November 25 by 4:00 PM.

For more information or to sign up please call (360) 795-3007 or email: fos1894@gmail.com.

Friday, October 25, 2019

We are open Thurs - Sun 12-4.and the Falling Leaves art exhibit continues through Sunday October 27


We are open Thursday through Sunday 12-4 and our wonderful volunteers will be here welcoming you during those hours. This week and next are your last chance to see the autumn themed art exhibit Falling Leaves. Beautiful creations from local artists. Gifts and keepsakes for many tastes and all ages. Falling Leaves will run through Sunday October 27. The artists featured here are MItzi Christensen, Noreen Fitts, George Borg, Ruth Doumit, Beth Bailey, Carol Bodreau, Adrienne Noseda Stacey, Desiree East Craven, Nancy Knowles, and Judy VanderMaten. From vibrant photographic story book art to stark realism with overstated color and values, an intricate peyote beaded necklace featuring 4,000 beads in autumn colors, ceramics created from earth, air, fire, and water, graceful use of watercolor, watercolor and ink mediums, and much more. Come to Skamokawa for hospitality, art, books, history, gifts, music, views, and more. Photo courtesy of The Daily News.

Thursday, October 3, 2019

"Falling Leaves" our current exhibit runs through Sunday, October 27th









We are open today 12-4 and Jessica will be welcoming guests and visitors during those hours. Our current exhibit is "Falling Leaves." Here is more info: 😊 SKAMOKAWA, WA - Friends of Skamokawa’s current show is a group exhibition of new works featuring artists from throughout the region.“Falling Leaves” runs through Sunday, October 27th. Ten artists are featured in this show. MItzi Chritensen, Noreen Fitts, George Borg, Ruth Doumit, Beth Bailey, Carol Bodreau, Adrienne Noseda Stacey, Desiree East Craven, Nancy Knowles, and Judy VanderMaten. From vibrant photographic story book art to stark realism with overstated color and values, an intricate peyote beaded necklace featuring 4,000 beads in autumn colors, ceramics created from earth, air, fire, and water, graceful use of watercolor, and watercolor and ink mediums, and much more. The varied styles presented here create a unique and rare presentation of autumn colors and inspiration. On display in Skamokawa’s beautiful River Life Interpretive Center/Central School/Redmen Hall: 1394 State Route 4 (across from the post office and general store) in Skamokawa. Visit us at: 1394 W.State Route 4, Skamokawa, WA 98647
Find us online: www.friendsofskamokawa.org
Email: fos1894@gmail.com
Or call: (360) 795-3007
Attached are a few photos of the work featured in this exhibit

Monday, September 9, 2019

"Falling Leaves" Art Exhibit Opening Reception September 21st


Friends of Skamokawa presents "Falling Leaves" art exhibit. September 21-October 29. This open media art exhibit echoes the autumn theme of fall colors. A creative variety of media including acrylic, watercolor, photography, clay, ceramic, and beading. Various artists techniques will be on display. Artists include: Mitzi Christensen, Noreen Fitts, George Borg, Ruth Doumit, Beth Bailey, Carol Bodreau, and Adrienne Stacey. “Falling Leaves” will run from September 21st through October 29th. The artists will be present at the opening reception Saturday September 21st 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Skamokawa’s River Life Interpretive Center/Central School/Redmen Hall, 1394 W. State Route 4, Skamokawa, WA. Open hours are Thursday through Sunday 12-4 p.m. For additional information please call 360-795-3007 or email fos1894@gmail.com

Tuesday, August 6, 2019

"A Cornucopia of Wines" Wine-tasting & Auction Benefit; September 14th beginning at 6:30 PM

Friends of Skamokawa presents "A Cornucopia of Wines”

Wine Tasting and Auction Benefit

The Friends of Skamokawa Foundation will host its Twenty-ninth Annual Wine Tasting and Auction Benefit, "A Cornucopia of Wines" on Saturday September 14, 2019. The event will run from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Skamokawa Grange, 18 Fairgrounds Road in Historic Downtown Skamokawa. The wine portion of the event features fine wines from around the world for sampling by participants as well as a variety of appetizers for attendees to enjoy. During the wine tasting, guests will have the opportunity to bid on an extensive variety of unique, specialty items created by local artists, artisans, and photographers. Generous businesses and individuals have donated gift certificates for getaways to bed and breakfasts, fine dining and hotel stays, river kayaking, original art pieces, vintage items, ceramic pieces, and much more. Proceeds from the event will go towards the maintenance, upkeep, and continued care of Skamokawa’s Historic River Life Interpretive Center/Central School/Redmen Hall.  

All area residents, businesses, and visiting guests are invited to attend the Wine Tasting Auction event and to participate as sponsors and donors. Advance tickets are available for $15 each (2 for $25) or at the door for $20 each (2 for $30). Tickets are available online at www.friendsofskamokawa.org, by phone at (360) 795-3007, in Skamokawa at the Skamokawa General Store or the River Life Interpretive Center/Central School/Redmen Hall, Daisy Chain Floral and Bank of the Pacific in Cathlamet. Contributions are tax deductible. If you have questions about being a sponsor, donating silent auction items or contributions, or any questions about the event, call Friends of Skamokawa at (360) 795-3007 or email fos1894@gmail.com. For more information visit www.friendsofskamokawa.org.