Local writers 'Inspired by the Methow'

By Laurelle Walsh
Three Methow Valley writers – Sam Lucy, Abbie Miller and Linda Robertson – will present their work on Saturday, Feb. 11, in an evening of literary arts at Confluence Gallery in Twisp.

In conjunction with Confluence’s show-in-progress, “Inspired by the Methow,” the trio will read from their works of short fiction and poetry.

Lucy is a farmer, millwright and owner of Winthrop-based Bluebird Grain Farms. Between those

A 'Holiday Concert' on Valentine's Day

By Marcy Stamper
Pianist Michael Brady is giving a solo concert of music from the romantic era to benefit the Merc Playhouse on what is traditionally thought of as Valentine’s Day.

Brady will play five of Franz Schubert’s lyrical impromptus as well as selections by the Spanish composers Isaac Albéniz, known for his sophistication and virtuosity, and Enrique Granados, admired for his expressive style.

Brady is calling the event a “holiday

What's happening

Learn about local geology, plants, ecology, animals and these scared-looking baby owls in a local nature class starting Feb. 8. (Photo by Dana Visalli)

And here's more…

Wednesday Feb. 1
Wax Clinic: Hands-on ski waxing clinic at Methow Cycle & Sport, Winthrop. Bring skis. $20. Reservations 996-3645. 4-6pm
Suicide Prevention: Community forum presentation by Sabrina Votava from Youth Suici

Paint a portrait of your pet

Seattle nature painter Jean Bradbury will teach two animal painting classes at Confluence Gallery in Twisp on Feb. 17-19.

On Feb. 17 Bradbury will offer a three-hour class on how to quickly capture a pet’s expressions, antics, poses and moods. That class will be from 1-4 pm and costs $60.

On Feb. 18 and 19, Bradbury will conduct a two-day oil painting workshop where she’ll teach how to capture the endearing character of pets in oil paints.

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Valentine’s Day concert
The Okanogan Valley Orchestra and Chorus will present a Family/Valentine’s Day concert at 3 p.m. on Feb. 12 at the Omak Performing Arts Center.
The concert will feature the Children’s Corner with children from 4 to 94 encouraged to come to the front at the beginning of the concert to ask and answer questions from the orchestra members. Youth are encouraged to join the orchestra on stage.
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