West Reading's Art on the Avenue

 
Art on the Avenue - Saturday, June 16th, 2007 10:00AM-7:00PM


Now in its thirteenth year, the West Reading Art on the Avenue family festival is the community’s premiere special event.  This year the event is scheduled for Saturday, June 16th 10AM-7PM.  The day long event will feature artists and crafters from the region exhibiting their wares along the sidewalks of Penn Avenue.  In addition, Penn Avenue business owners participate with sidewalk displays and activities as well as “event specials” inside the shops.  The West Reading Main Street Foundation coordinates and produces the event and schedules entertainment and festival foods and beverages. 

Exhibiting Artists

100% Recycled Jewelry
by Ava Leas

Pins made from broken and unwanted jewelry.  Angel pins.  Beaded earrings and necklaces.

April D'Angelo
Portrait samples and demonstrations.  Prints and original paintings for sale.  Subject matter includes landscape, still life and illustration. 

Berks County Living Magazine
Informational table.

Bee-Beadazzled Jewelry Designs
by Eileen Kastura and Donna Harrington

Handcrafted and hand stitched beaded and crystal jewelry and accessories.

Big Green Grasshopper
by Kira and Mike Shuman

Glass pendants, beaded gemstone necklaces and earrings.  Crystals and Minerals.  Handmade dream catchers.  Hair wraps for kids and ladies. 

Blue and Gold Embroidery
by Nancy Crochet

Wearable art in the form of cardigans and jackets created with various fabrics and thread embellishments on a sweatshirt background.  Aprons, tote bags and pillows embroidered with witty saying and designs.  T-shirts embroidered with fun summer designs. 

Bond Customart
Original paintings portraying the rural landscape, barn animals, wildflowers and farmsteads of beautiful Berks County.  All originals, predominantly oils on canvas and oils on hardboard. 

Cindy A. Strunk Studio
Handmade paper pieces including acrylic and other media.  Two dimensional wall pieces and small paper gift items.

Comoh Design by Lynn Comoh
Glass and metal are used to created designs for vases, mirrors, picture frames and lights.  Copper wire, copper foil and decorative solder techniques are incorporated in the design.  Mosaics are created with found objects and hand cut glass tiles. 

Country Craftsman - J. Alan Boyer
Original painting, notepapers and prints.

Designs by Denise Kurtz
Unique handcrafted jewelry at unbeatable prices.

DMK Millinery Designs
by Lisa K. Morella

Echo Hill Studios by Ann Kahl
Small and large watercolors. 

Eyecatchers by Diane Kerns
Contemporary beaded jewelry.  Handcrafted glass pendants.  All one of a kind pieces. 

Fairytales and Magic
by Judy Schultz

Enchanting magical art inspired by the realms of fairy, planet earth, plant comics, cat and wildlife art.  Face painting. 

Fine Silver and Gold Original Creations
by Patricia Halsey

Creatively designed jewelry made of precious and semi-precious gemstones, combining precious and ordinary materials to create a both one-of-a-kind and fashionably designed jewelry favorites. 

Galacticart by Burton Auliso
Original astronomical and space scene paintings.

Hand Hooked Art by Annie Harlan
Watercolors by Tom Davis

Hand hooked crafts and water colors.

Imagination in Glass
by Don and Candace Cothard

Stained glass jewelry:  pins, pendants and rings.  Stained glass nightlights and window panels.  Custom windows, fobs and mirrors.

The Jesse B. Collection
Limited edition handbags priced between $40-$90. 

Krenitsky Glassworks
by Scott Krenitsky

Hand blown glass artwork and functional items. 

A Little Sparkle
by Kerry Rohrbach

Handcrafted accessories including jewelry, purses, belts, etc.  Vintage designs inspired with a touch of whimsy.  Vintage beads and buttons used in work. 

Maria Loun Designs, LLC.
Oil paintings

Marilyn Pounder
Jewelry.

Mystical Creations
by Tara Helwig

Earrings, necklaces, bracelets, anklets, sun catchers and rings.  Custom wire wrapped pendants in copper and sterling silver.  All day demonstrations. 

Bob Natalini
Sterling silver jewelry incorporating parts of real butterfly wings.  Shadow boxes with tropical insects and butterflies from insect farming and sustainable use systems. 

Oh Wow! The Colors! Clay Jewelry Works
by David A. Fisher

Highly colorful jewelry made with polymer clay, silver, copper, brass and precious metal clay.

Princess Creations
by Dave and Judy Kneeream

Pava shell bracelets, anklets and pendants in animal styles.  Hand assembled and free adjustments on the spot. 

Purple Panda Jewelry
Necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, book marks, key chains, cell phone charms and ceiling fan pulls made with glass and semi precious stones beads. 

Reading Public Museum
Table top display boards with photos, activities and events. Plus racks of international flyers and brochures.  Some one will be available to answer questions about the museum and planetarium.

Recollections
by Wanda C. Perry
Wood flowers, winds spinner, lawn ornaments, stones, laser crystals and rugs. 

Roy Hershey
Both functional and decorative ceramics.  Mainly large, abstract pieces and some tile. 

SPAMMOBILE
The first ever can of original SPAM on wheels.  SPAMburger samples, magnets and coupons.

Splinters Concepts
by Bill and Bobbie Durham

Woodworking - accent furniture, drawers, shelves, cabinets, 10 step storage, etc.  Fabric - towels, potholders, eyeglass cases, pillows, etc.

Stone Spirits by Crystal Elk Woman
Unique, handcrafted stone jewelry, crystals, minerals, necklaces, earrings, bracelets and recreated antique jewelry. 

Entertainment
4th Avenue Stage (400 Block Penn Avenue)
 
bullet Acoustic Roadshow 10:00PM-4:00PM featuring MC Butch Imhoff and a full card of performances. 
bullet 10:00AM - Jay Lehrbach and Butch Imhoff "Down Home" (Bluegrass) 
bullet 11:00AM - Leon Weidner (Classic rock)
bullet 12:00PM - Mike Ricco (Classic rock and Rockabillily)
bullet 1:00PM - Emily, Melissa, Brian and Nelson "Martin Family Band" (Celtic)
bullet 2:00PM - Callie Merz (Contemporary Christian)
bullet 3:00PM - To Be Announced


Main Stage (West Reading Shopping Center 500 Block Penn Avenue)

bullet 10:00AM - J. Frigg Philadelphia's Club Fluid DJ spins (Fast, cheap and out of control - Disks featuring 60s Garage, Surf and Rock records)
bullet 11:00AM - Hoodlum Circus (Alternative Rock with 60s psychedelic style)
bullet 12:00PM - Manatawny Creek Ramblers (Blue Grass) 
bullet 1:00PM - The Youngers (Independent Alternative Country)
bullet 2:00PM - Society Beat (Independent, Funk and Rock music)
bullet 3:00PM - Frog Holler (Southeastern Pennsylvania's Up and Coming Rock, Indie, Bluegrass band)
bullet 4:15PM - Spring City Ballet (Jam Band)
bullet 5:30PM - The Kingpins (Rockabilly)
 

Kids Korner (6th and Penn Avenues)

bullet 10:00AM - The Party Express DJs - Dance party with prizes and fun competitions
bullet 11:30AM - The Art of Silence - Sunflower Mime children's performance
bullet 12:00PM - The Calabash Kids & Other Stories - Wyomissing Institute of the Arts 
bullet 1:00PM - Scarf Dance Lesson - Amira Lyn Oriental Belly Dance Instructor
bullet 1:30PM - Who's a Fraidy Kat? Interactive children's play - The Cherry Herring Theatre Company
bullet 2:30PM - Phydeaux's Flying Flea Circus - George Esparza Medicine Show
bullet 3:30PM - Sidewalk chalk, make your own addition to our clothesline art collection. 

Look for these attractions . . .

Amira Lyn and Maya Oriental Belly Dancers
Performing from 1:30PM to 2:00PM at Aladdin Restaurant, 401 Penn Avenue. 

Full Circle Music Society
An acoustic 12-peice orchestra playing traditional American and Folk music from 2:00PM to 3:30PM at Aladdin Restaurant, 401 Penn Avenue.

Genesius Theatre
Putt your way into the Charity Gold Tournament to support the Theatre Company.  A putting green will be at the booth; stop by 734 Penn Avenue and try your skill!  Enter a raffle for theatre tickets. 

Psychic Readings by Erica
Psychic and tarot card readings located in front of 520 Penn Avenue. 

RiverPlace Cherry Blossom Festival
Stop by our festival table located at Sixth and Penn Avenues to learn more about next year's event. 

Sammy's Steaks Vending
Located in front of 603 Penn Avenue.

Tacos Margarita
Mexican foods including tacos, quesadillas, burritos, gorditas and beans.  Located in front of the the West Reading Shopping Center, 500 Block Penn Avenue. 

Wyomissing Institute of the Arts
Crafts and jewelry making.  Wish bracelets and key chains.  Visit our stand located at 600 Penn Avenue. 

 

Participating West Reading Businesses

Dragonfly Studio and Gallery
398 Penn Avenue
Stop by and celebrate our two year anniversary.  Glass flameworking demonstration with David Dragonfly and Company 12PM-6PM.  Ongoing live music with drum circle.  Live body painting demonstration with world famous graffiti artist RSIN 2PM-4PM.  Hoola hoop performance and workshop with Tina Hemmerle of Hemmerle Hoop Company at 4PM.  Fire dance performance with Kaji Da! Fire Tribe at 5PM. 

Aladdin
401 Penn Avenue
Shish Kabobs: Beef, lamb or chicken grilled to order by Chef Alex.

Chicken Supreme
410 Penn Avenue
One-man musical entertainer Billy Bower, will perform all-day. 

West Reading Diner
411 Penn Avenue
Live band playing by the patio at 12PM. 

EyeDentity Gallery
414 Penn Avenue
Stop by and sample rugelach and biscotti made by 'My Boy's Baking' and a cup of Starbucks coffee.  We invite you to experience polarized technology offered in our 2007 Maui Jim Sun Wear Collection. 

Gehris Tile
424 Penn Avenue
10% discount on custom made tables, mirrors and picture frames.  20% off sale on odd lots of tile.  Visit our large sidewalk display and stop in the see the fascinating things that are now available to make your home beautiful and really special. 

Vertigo Music
449 Penn Avenue
Artist, Matt Deterior will be displaying 2D and 3D works in mixed media, screen prints shirts and prints.  Designer art toys on display and Matt Deterior will be painting a blank DIY vinyl doll. 

Kensington Tobacconist
450 Penn Avenue

Outdoor tables featuring the sale of handcrafted jewelry made by Sandy Swartley Studios of Fleetwood.  Unique cigar boxes and accessories perfect for crafting one's own work of art.  Select items perfect for Father's Day giving will be on display and for sale. 

Charles Hutcheson Fine Jewelry
512 Penn Avenue
"Angelique de Paris" Trunk Show. Featuring luminous resin with sterling silver and gemstones.

Imagine That Boutique
514 Penn Avenue

Under new ownership - "Cheryle Egan"
20% to 50% Off Entire Store. 

The Note Pourri
518 Penn Avenue
We're popping poppies.  Artist, I. Charlene Bonert Jobe, will exhibit poppies plus other works in aquamedia.  Poppy gift with purchase of $15.00 or more.  Pop on by . . .

Seghetti's Italian Market
522 Penn Avenue

Offering bindi sorbets in a variety of delicious flavors. 

The Mosaic Studio
522 Penn Avenue, Second Floor
Open studio all day 10AM-5PM.  Visit the magical creations of the Mosaic Studio ~ a color haven!  10% off custom orders place on Saturday only.  20% off all hanging work (cash and carry) in the studio Saturday only

Berkshire Bank
525 Penn Avenue
Grand Opening Money Market Checking Account available in the West Reading Branch with interest at 4.50% to new account holders.  Visit the lobby and meet the staff or visit our stand located at 532 Penn Avenue.   

Awards and More
530 Penn Avenue
Giving special discounts on all custom work . . . for corporate recognition, plaques, trophies, graduation gifts and wonderful-incredible art work.  Come visit us for special prices, hand-designed items and more.  Personalized engraving plates to make something amazingly special.  Don't miss the discounts we'll be honoring in recognition of this event!  Discounted prices on clocks, picture frames and many more items. 

Sweet Surprises
544 Penn Avenue

Buy one pound of fudge get a 1/2 pound of fudge free.  Buy two jewelry sets and get a bracelet free (value to $12.95). 

Salon Avanti
23 South Sixth Avenue

Visit us on the Avenue at 550 Penn Avenue.  Products on display and fun hair extensions for kids.  Free hair cuts for kids. 

Wm. H. Diller Jewelers
601 Penn Avenue
Wm. H. Diller Jewelers is proud to have Lisa Gallagher, Mr. Diller's granddaughter, display her jewelry and do demonstrations of the techniques she learned in Germany.  Her works are a one-of-a-kind, handmade works of art.  She will be here from 10AM-5PM.  Be sure to visit Wm. H. Diller Jewelers and try to guess the number of pearls in the jar.  Three lucky winners will receive a hand cast Reading Pagoda Charm, an exclusive to Diller's, especially made for the Cherry Blossom Festival and to celebrate our Reading Pagoda's 100th Anniversary coming up in 2008.  The charms will also be on sale at a special price for "Art on the Avenue" patrons. 

Gallery 20
602 Penn Avenue
The Berks Arts Council will be displaying programs and artists. 

Art Plus Gallery
604 Penn Avenue
Face art, cooperative painting for children, jewelry beading for kids, artists working on paintings and a selection of original art will be available priced for all budgets.

Paisley Moon
607 Penn Avenue
Acoustic music 10AM-1PM.  DJ playing soft jazz 1PM-5PM. 

Scrolls and Strings Violin House
608 Penn Avenue

Live Music

Bistro 614
614 Penn Avenue

Local Artist Deric Hettinger and Anthony Mark will display their talents by doing a real-time, mural.  Legacy Brewing Company will have a beer garden and barbecue in the courtyard behind Bistro 614 serving their fine, artisan ales and their award winning pulled pork sandwiches. 

The Meetery
615 Penn Avenue

Come celebrate our grand opening during our open house from 10AM-3PM.  Paintings by Cheryl Geiger Sheeler will be on exhibit.  Local singer/songwriter, Haley Sheeler, will also perform her alternative folk and new and used country tunes from 11AM to 1PM. 

The Village Peddler Country Classics
624 Penn Avenue
Specializing in fine country and folk accessories, Webkinz & Lil'Kinz, Boyds Bears Plush, Bearstone & Charming Angels, Wilow Tree Angels & Figurines, Handmade Quilts, Handbags, Candles, Home Decor and more.  Don't miss our in-store specials.  Buy 1 Boyds Plush or Bearstone and get 1 at 1/2 off (of equal or lessor value, no limit, excludes BOMs & FOBs).  Receive a FREE double eyeglasses case with a purchase of $40 or more of ladies accessories.  10% off Willow Tree & Charming Angels.  20% off home decor. 

Lily & Company
631 Penn Avenue

Great sales all day!  Come between 12:00PM and 2:30PM we will have a clown doing balloon animals for children of all ages.  Stop by and enter to win a 1955 Chevy reproduction pedal car, aqua and white.  There will also be a nice door prize give away.

West Reading Flower Shop
633 Penn Avenue

Something Sassy - Unique design jewelry creations with Swarovski Australian glass, Czech glass, and Venetian glass.  Earrings, Bracelets and necklaces.  Stop in our store for additional sale items. 

The Carriage House
637 Penn Avenue
Up to 70% off dresses, pants, tops and shoes.  10AM-4PM only. 

Celtic Myth & Moonlight
641 Penn Avenue, Rear

Featuring the Maggie Spike acoustic duo, performing ballads and Celtic songs from 1PM-3PM. 

St. James Church
644 Penn Avenue
Serving hot dogs, soups and ham sandwiches.  Baked goods table.  

Bella Jules
700 Penn Avenue
Sizzling Summer Sale up to 80% Off.

Touch of Glass
700 Penn Avenue

Sale on select items.  Save up to 50%. 

A Running Start
705 Penn Avenue

Big tent sale, bargains up to 70% of retail.  Drawing for a free pair of shoes with purchase. 

She . . . A Fashion Accessory Experience
715 Penn Avenue

1 day sale . . . up to 75% off belts bags and bands.  Don't miss out on our best sale of the year!  

Donna's Emporium
725 Penn Avenue
Join us for our best sale ever!  50% off unique gifts, accessories and furnishings.  A chance to win a door prize with every purchase. 

Shearer Technical
727 Penn Avenue

Chicken BBQ and computer sale.  $6.00 a dinner for 1/2 chicken, baked potato, roll, butter, apple sauce and bottled water.  All computers and accessories 10% off list price. 

Event Slide Show



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