Submitted by the San Juan Grange

Calling all artists, poets, writers, and makers, of all ages. San Juan Island Grange 966 is hosting an art, craft and photography contest, as well as a creative writing open mic, at the 2018 open house.

Join the San Juan Island Grange (152 First St.) Wednesday, April 11 for a spring celebration of creativity. Members welcome art and craft submissions of every kind (photos, drawings, paintings, sculpture, weaving, jewelry, metalwork, woodworking, etc.), and multiple pieces in multiple categories are encouraged.

Grange members will be accepting submissions the day of the event between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. If you are unable to get your piece to the Grange at that time, email glennhendrick@gmail.com to arrange a pick-up or drop-off.

All submissions will be up on display for the public during the open house potluck and artist reception from 4 to 6 p.m. Enjoy the show and complimentary non-alcoholic beverages. This is a great opportunity to see the grange’s new deck and freshly refinished floor. Bring a snack or dish to share if you like.

From 6 to 7 p.m., Grange members will open the space for a creative writing open mic. Folks who have submitted pieces to the writing contest, and anyone else who’s ready and willing, will be invited to read or recite their work. The deadline for official submissions to the writing contest is March 26. Email kdietzman@gmail.com or visit sjigrange.wordpress.com for details.

Grange members hope you will join for this special community event, sponsored in part by the San Juan Island Grange 966 Makers Guild.

This event is part of the Grange Lecture Series, which strives to foster social and political engagement, discussion, community, and to maintain the historical hall as a home for celebrations and programs.

The San Juan Island Grange has been a community of growers, makers, and keepers since 1931.

The Grange is nonpartisan, and so is this event. All are welcome, including kids.