Little Sweden U.S.A. – Lindsborg

This little city is bursting with fun things to do this summer.

Outside view of the Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage MuseumThis year’s theme is “WhereYouBelong.” That is perfect because the answer to that question is you belong in Lindsborg for your next weekend getaway. From a memorable Broadway musical comedy, to summer art displays and programs workshops, bike riding, car show or celebrating Christmas in July, you are sure to be entertained. Let’s start with a good old-fashioned Ice Cream Social this weekend…

 

Pie and Ice Cream Social

July 12

Pie and Ice CreamThe Red Barn Studio Museum is hosting the Pie and Ice Cream Social on July 12 beginning at 8:00pm. The front lawn of the museum will have live music, pie-baking contests, Laura Baker‘s artist reception, and lots of pies!

Pie is $5 a slice and ice cream is $2 a scoop. Want to enter the contest and show off that pie recipe? Details for entering are found here: https://smokyvalleyartsandfolklifecenter.org/lindsborgpiesocial

This event is a fundraiser for Smoky Valley Arts and Folklife Center, a non-profit art center located at 114 1/2 S. Main Street (this will be the rain location if weather is difficult).

The Red Barn Studio Museum is located at 212 S. Main Street. The museum is open Tuesday-Friday, 10:00am-5:00pm and Saturday-Sunday, 1:00-5:00pm. The Raymer Society’s Artist-in-Residence program is sponsored in part by the Kansas Creative Arts Industry Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts. For more information, contact the Red Barn Studio Museum at 785-227-2217.

Smoky Valley Arts and Folklife Center’s gallery hours are Friday – Sunday, 1:00pm-5:00pm. Location is 114 1/2 S. Main Street. SVAFC is supported by the Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission, National Endowment for the Arts, the McPherson County Community Foundation, and the Raymer Society.

 

At the Broadway RFD 

July 19-20, 26-27

Broadway on stageSee a performance of the musical comedy WhoDunit “Curtains” from the creators of  “Cabaret” and “Chicago.” at Broadway RFD this summer.  It’s the brassy, bright, and promising year of 1959. Boston’s Colonial Theatre is host to the opening night performance of a new musical. When the leading lady mysteriously dies on stage, the entire cast & crew are suspects. Enter a local detective, who just happens to be a musical theatre fan! Packed with glorious tunes and a witty, charming script filled with delightful characters, Curtains is a hilarious journey for both performers and the audience. The Broadway production garnered 8 nominations at the 2007 Tony Awards® including Best Musical.

Started in 1959, Broadway RFD is the longest-running outdoor theatre in the state of Kansas. Each Summer, talented members of the Smoky Valley community and surrounding areas come together to bring the highest quality show to patrons. People come far and wide, with their lawn chairs in tow, to sit in the summer breeze and be immersed in song and dance. This longstanding institution strives to bring great entertainment and exposure to the theatrical arts to those who enjoy the Smoky Valley.

Storm the Castle/Mac Metric

Gravel bicycle rideJuly 20 & 21

A two day event. Ride one day or both!

Saturday, July 20

1st Day is a gravel ride, Storm the Castle–meet at 3 Rings Brewery, 8:00am

Two distances: 50 miles and 30 miles

Sunday, July 21

2nd Day is a road ride, Mac Town Metric–meet at McPherson Senior Center, 8:00am

Two distances: 66 miles and 35 miles

For more information and registration, click here or call (620) 899-1703

Christmas in July

July 13

Snow? In July?? Only in Lindsborg!

Enjoy a variety of activities and multiple holiday parties downtown during the day. Santa will be roaming downtown 10:00am-2:00pm (get a photo!), and there will be one big gift basket drawing from the Lindsborg merchants. Be sure to visit those downtown shops for details!

The weatherman is even predicting “snow” in Swensson Park! Kids ages 2-12 can join in the bubble fun (swimsuit and goggles recommended).

Come join in the seasonal unseasonal fun! More information can be found at Visit Lindsborg. Swensson Park is located at 400 N. Main Street.

Summer Arts Program Workshops

Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center

Art suppliesWorkshops to stretch imaginations for ages four through adult are found at Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center this summer! For some of the workshops, the participants’ works will stay at Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center until the Summer Arts Program Exhibition in September where they will be displayed.

All workshops require registration. To get information on ages for each workshop, cost, and to register, visit Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center’s website.

heck out all the options:

  • Yarn Circle Weaving·    Story & Art ·    Crawling Caterpillar and Flowers ·    DIY Chimes ·    Save the Earth Poster ·    Tote Bag ·    Hammered Flowers ·    Trinket Chimes

Shin hee-Chin, Artist-in-Residence

Red Barn Studio Museum

July 15-19

Fiber artist Shin-hee Chin, McPherson, will be the Artist-in-Residence at the Red Barn Studio Museum July 15-19. Originally from South Korea, Shin-hee Chin came to the United States in 1988. She has studied in both Korea and the United States. Since 2005, she has taught at Tabor College.

Chin, a regular artist-in-residence at the Red Barn Studio Museum, will use her short residency to finish up her work for her upcoming solo exhibition this winter, Rootedness, for the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts. Chin says this exhibition “visualizes the symbiotic relationship between nature and humanity, embracing the mysterious, restorative force of nature. Through the metaphor of roots, I explore the complex interconnectivity and interdependence that define this relationship, emphasizing our essential connection with nature. I blend music and spirituality, weaving diverse musical and literary influences into my visual compositions with a rich color palette. My goal is to imbue both abstract and representational images with the interconnectedness of art, music, poetry, and the spiritual realm”. Her art can be viewed on her Instagram and Facebook pages.

The Red Barn Studio Museum is located at 212 S. Main Street. The museum is open Tuesday-Friday, 10:00am-5:00pm and Saturday-Sunday, 1:00-5:00pm. The Raymer Society’s Artist-in-Residence program is sponsored in part by the Kansas Creative Arts Industry Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts. For more information, contact the Red Barn Studio Museum at 785-227-2217.

Fiber Arts of the Smoky Valley

Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center

July 5-30

Donna SandbergSmoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center will host an exhibition titled Fiber Arts of the Smoky Valley, July 5-30. The exhibition showcases the rich tradition of fiber arts in the Smoky Valley region and features a diverse range of contemporary works, featuring fiber artists Debbie Wagner, Donna Sandberg, Shawn Delker, Vivian Anderson, Shin-Hee Chin, Kristy Yenky, Laura Hultquist, and Mary Erickson.

Works will include images created by thread based on portraits and photographs, felted vessels, quilted and embroidered works, along with slow stitch projects created in a workshop facilitated by Carla Wilson.

A closing reception for the artists is scheduled for Sunday, July 28 from 2:00-4:00pm at SVAFC.

Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center, a volunteer-run organization, is located at 114 1/2 S. Main Street, and is supported by the Kansas Creative Arts Industries CommissionNational Endowment for the Arts, the McPherson County Community Foundation, and the Raymer Society. Hours are 1:00-5:00pm, Friday-Sunday.

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