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Experience the electrifying, energizing rhythms of traditional African marimba. Blending dynamic melodies and high-energy drumming, this vibrant music draws its repertoire from Zimbabwe, Mozambique, South Africa, and the Gambia. Based in the Pacific Northwest, these local ensembles bring this joyous art form to communities across the globe. Anzanga Marimba Band Don’t miss these performances: · July 8, 6:30 – 8 p.m. at Village Green Community Park in Kingston For more information, please...

Goose Chats The Port Ludlow Art League challenges traditional boundaries of fine art this summer with its upcoming exhibit, Doodle Art. Running from July through August, the showcase features original artwork from art league members who have embraced the doodle as a legitimate and powerful medium for visual expression. While doodling is often dismissed as a mindless distraction, the exhibit aims to reframe it as a creative catalyst. Doodling bridges the gap between subconscious creativity...

Not Always Black and White by Bilonda Mireille Rommel Bayside Art Gallery is pleased to welcome Seattle-based abstract artist Bilonda Mireille Rommel for her first solo exhibit running from July 12 through August 31. Titled Roots. Chosen, this evocative collection of oil and acrylic paintings delves deeply into the profound intersections of heritage, identity and deliberate belonging. While grounded in the ceremonial motifs, sacred geometries and living symbols of Luba, Bantu and Kongo...