‘Spring Into the Arts’ Tour set for April 24-25

Clark County’s 11th annual “Spring into the Arts” Tour on is slated for Saturday, April 24, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., hosted by Clark County Economic Development Corporation & Tourism Bureau.

Enjoy a weekend driving along the scenic roads of Clark County, meeting artists in their studios and gathering spots to view and purchase their creations.

The tour features 27 of the finest artists, guest artists and their designs — painters, potters, woodworkers, metal workers, jewelers, weavers, basket makers, glass workers, mixed media and much more.

For a brochure, call 715-255-9100, send an email to info@clarkcountyedc.org or go to www.clarkcountywi.org.

A new stop this year will be The Christine Center in Willard, which is celebrating 40 years of existence and 10 years of art and creativity workshops with a new studio. The center is currently hosting six accomplished artists in various mediums and styles, with subjects ranging from the whimsical to the sublime.

Live drumming, singing bowls, painting, and beading experiences will be available at various times during the tour. Come experience the center’s beautiful bookstore and meditation spaces, and sample delicious, intriguing tea and treats from the soul-restoring recipes of St. Hildegard of Bingen, a 12th century visionary artist.

For more information, call 715-2677507, send an email to guhlein@tds.net, or visit www.christinecenter.org.

Also joining the tour is Reddaisygirl Shopping & Retail, a new business located on Central Avenue in historic downtown Owen. Originally built in the early 1900’s the newly remodeled store, with its eclectic, hippie style, offers a welcoming and happy atmosphere, while still embracing the history of the building. The store features many goodies and a new outdoor patio area that is the perfect spot to sit and relax.

Hargot Custom Restorations will have some of their beautifully restored vehicles on display during the art show, plus a little bit of mood music, which will create an inviting atmosphere.

Featured at Reddaisygirl are “4 Fantastic Artists” featuring outdoor metal art, silverware creations, needle punch embroidery, palm wax candles, incense, air fresheners, handwoven rugs, baskets, table runners, placemats, potholders, purses and more.

Also, The Highground Veterans Memorial Park, which will have special veteran art creations on display and for sale. There will also be art supplies available for any veterans that visit during the tour to take part in PTSD art therapy.

The 150-acre Highground site features outdoor tributes to those who have served in the military and their families; a museum with exhibitions focusing on the human cost of war and historical chapters from the nation’s military past. The park is helping lead the way in connecting veterans to help through many veteran programs, especially in PTSD management events and information.

Munson Bridge Winery will also be hosting again this year, along with many other intriguing country art studios’, host sites and many sponsors offering fantastic food, lodging and fun shopping opportunities.