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BURNSTOWN ‘AFFAIR OF THE ARTS’ Bigger and better!

The third annual “Affair of the Arts” is coming up soon - May 28 & 29.
This is an event you do not want to miss!

The historical architecture and beautiful surrounding landscape of Burnstown provides the perfect setting to host an event of this nature and quality.

The list of guest artists, musicians and special events is quite impressive for the Affair weekend, and of course our galleries, café and shops (Somethin’Special, Boutik J&H, Bingo Bay Interiors, Images Gallery, Beyond the Bulrushes, Bittersweet Gallery at Fog Run Studio, Madawaska River Market, and Florella’s Antiques & Treasures) are always worth coming to.

Also this year discover Burnstown's newest shop, The Maple Tree featuring books by local authors.
You will find the new Bittersweet Gallery in their newly constructed building that now joins
Fog Run Studio.
 

Come and enjoy the distinctive art forms provided by our renowned resident artists Richard Gill (clay relief sculpture), Stephen Haigh (marquetry) and painters John Webster and Vallerie Roos-Webster.

You are sure to find a piece to add to your art collection from the varied styles of painters Hugh Malcolm, Kathy Haycock, Christine MacDonald, Andy Adach, Victoria Alexander, Brock Clow, Jennifer Jimmo, Debbie Enright , Carolyn Jakes, as well as photographer Richard McGuire (artists from Renfrew, Eganville, Calabogie and surrounding Burnstown).

Cartoonist Colin White will provide the lighter side of the arts and writer Noreen Kruzich Violetta who offers writers’ workshops and retreats will paint pictures with words.

 


Glass has long been a part of artistic endeavours so we are pleased to include stained glass artists Bettina Bahm and Ann Merla to the Affair guest list.

Rustic furniture is a relatively old form of wood artistry. By using what nature provides and his talent for combining the right pieces, Les Spurell of Renfrew produces unique and functional furniture art. While Les uses the wood in its more natural state, Ross McDermid exposes the inner beauty with his wood turnings.

You'll find our guest artists hosted throughout the village. Be sure to pick up a map at any of our shops to use as your guide. 

Throughout the weekend the village will resound with the musical strains of “The Wee Dixie Band, guitarist Chuck Kairn, The Bourbon Brothers (guitar and piano) and the Madrigala Singers (Acapella). Live musical entertainment is a pleasure not often enjoyed (especially at no cost) so come and treat your ears as well as your eyes!

        When                        Who                         What                                 Where

Saturday 
1 to 4
  - The Wee Dixie Band (n'awlins jazz, swing quartet will wander and perform throughout the village)
Sunday
1 to 4
  - The Madrigala Singers (strolling acapella quartet)
Sunday
12 to 4
  - The Bourbon Brothers (guitar & piano) eclectic variety/improvisational at Beyond the Bulrushes
Sunday
12 to 4
  - Chuck Kairn (guitarist blues and jazz) at The Madawaska River Market

The Blackbird Café will be serving lunch and dinner-always pleasing to the palette. Watch cooking demonstrations at Beyond the Bulrushes and enjoy gourmet appetizers. Come early (10 am till 2 ) on Sunday to take advantage of the pancake breakfast being hosted by the Madawaska River Market as well as the Renfrew Bonnechere Bakery who will be serving delicious strawberry shortcake throughout the weekend.

Artistry comes in many forms and Burnstown’s Affair of the Arts offers an opportunity to experience a good portion of them first hand. Mark it on your calendar - May 28th and 29th  10am till 5pm.


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