THIRDSTONE HOLIDAY SHOW THIS WEEK FRIDAY NITE!

THIRDSTONE NEWS AND NOTES:

Greetin's everyone....Here's all the latest news from ThirdStone-Land in Funnville. Here's some more details on the holiday show party (this Friday, Dec. 12) and Open House (Sunday, Dec 14) below.
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HOLIDAY SHOW OPEN HOUSE AND PARTY - THIS WEEKEND (dec. 12 thru 14) -

ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY - THIS FRIDAY EVENING, DEC. 12" 6 TIL 9PM.
Tons of new art and LOTS of affordable paintings, drawings, gifts, fine craft, jewelry and more. Plus, our usual array of tasty homemade treats and luscious libations (Admiral Pluto's legendary "Salsa Bar" & good cheap vino!) Join the party, visit with your friends and the ThirdStone artists and, Let us help you finish your holiday shopping More details below. DON'T MISS IT!

Yep! It's time - join us for the party this friday evening (6 til 9PM) Your chance have some fun and tasty treats and, to see what we've put together for this great annual event. Aside from new art from some of our regulars (such as myself, Tom DePree, Sarah Hurley, Michel Balasis, Sharon Micheal, Mary Hatch and others), were going to introduce to a couple new artists - a whole pile of deliciously quirky and charismatic paintings from Janice DeJonge and, a huge array of the highly provocative and lushly detailed mixed media "paintings" of Chicago artist Isz. We've also got Erin Chapla's everpopular crocheted caps and cool fabric handbags, a pile of Ruth Bever's handcrafted throw pillows, napkin sets and pet afghans, LOTS of new jewelry from Monique Borrego and Tracy Rutter, and a huge batch of brand new rich and luscious collographs from Cindy Ricksgers and, the latest series (and some archive pieces too) of delicious Japanese woodblock prints from Mary Brodbeck. Rumour has it that we might be meeting a few of Sarah Hurley's crazy handmade puppet creatures.

As for myself, I've taken many of the remaining Assembloid creations from last month's "Ruin Your Decor" show and priced 'em really low... possibly the 'perfect' gift for the persons on your list that you don't quite know what to give them (um, well...). Anyway, there's definitely some ludicrous stuff at really cheap prices in any case!

In addition to all of the above, many of our artists have, as usual, come up with some rather astounding, fun and highly affordable holiday gift ideas too.
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also....this Sunday
ANNUAL HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY AFTERNOON, NOON TIL 5
Join us this Sunday afternoon for holiday shopping and refreshments-we'll be here noon til 5 PM (or possibly later). Our artists have made it easy to complete your holiday gift-shopping with wonderful hancrafted artisan-made goods and art. Come and join us for a looksee and some refreshments and meet some of the ThirdStone artists.

HOLIDAY GALLERY HOURS: THURSDAY THRU SUNDAY: 11:30AM TIL 4:30 pm (OR LATER) and also of course, by appointment anytime - call 269-561-8149. ThirdStone will be open thru Sunday January 4, 2009
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THIRDSTONE'S NEXT "ONLINE ONLY SHOW TO LAUNCH NEXT WEEK
Just in time for the holidays, we'll be putting up a nice assortment of cool artworks for online sale. all will include free shipping and, some new works not yet seen here at the gallery - more details next issue

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THIRDSTONE'S FURTHER ADVENTURES - REVISED EXTENDED SCHEDULE - MOVING SALE CONTINUES
Our Annual Holiday Show and Sale will now be held right here in our current location and will run concurrently with our moving/closing sale...

As for the moving sale.... it's pretty simple. EVERYTHING IN THE SHOP IS FOR SALE; displays, shelving, fixtures, Lots of cool furniture, lamps, tables, vintage, fifties stuff, various tools, supplies etc.

ALL FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES, DISPLAYS AND OTHER STUFF'S FOR SALE...
PLUS...
- SELECTED DISCOUNTED ARTWORKS FROM THE THIRDSTONE COLLECTION
- ALL SARAH HURLEY PAINTINGS 20% OFF
- A WHOLE BIG PILE OF CRAZYASS ASSEMBLOIDS ALL DISCOUNT PRICED

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DECEMBER FRAMING SPECIAL!
bring two pieces to frame and the second one is 40% off!
or, for single pieces to be framed, 25% off
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IN OTHER NEWS:
Art Works Holiday Extravaganza - Dec 13 Saturday Dec 14 Sunday 10am to 5pm
3480 Blue Star Hwy at Art Works

New works of art by local artists
Karen J. Dunn Blown Glass
Judy Hallisy Blown/Cast/Fused Glass
Kim Kubiak Clay Vessels
John La Porta Rustic Handmade Furniture and Gifts
Will Wallgren Photography of Nature Cards/Calendars/Pictures
Rubinkam-Rubinkam Original Paintings and Prints and more

Join us for some one of a kind shopping - friendship - snacks
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A reminder...
that our friends at Judith Racht Gallery in Harbert are open Saturdays and Sundays throughout the holiday season! JUDITH RACHT GALLERY - 13707 PRAIRIE ROAD - HARBERT, MICHIGAN - 269-469-1080

JUDITHRACHTGALLERY.COM
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GREAT HOUSE FOR RENT IN FENNVILLE
Great 3 bedroom home w/full basement for rent on beautiful rural acreage. Just outside fennville. Includes huge 3 stall garage too. call 616-499-5523
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THIRDSTONE ARTIST MARY HATCH SHOWING IN KALAMAZOO
Nov.30 - Jan.11at PEOPLE'S CHURCH, 1758 N. 10th St - Kalamazoo, MI 49009 - 269-375-3262
The church is open for viewing exhibits:Mon. - Thurs. - 11:30 AM - 3:30 Pm, Sunday 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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MUSIC NEWS:

MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ JAM AT THE WHAT NOT INN:
Every Monday evening from 6 til 10 PM the WHAT NOT hosts "Jazz Jam Mondays" open mic with house band Wally Michaels on the keys, Jeff Beavin on bass and Cuzzin' Jack Wilkin on the skins.... This is great fun and always full of musical surprises.. The What Not also features live music on most weekend evenings.Visit www.whatnotinn.com for the current schedule or call 269-543-3341. The What Not is located at the corner of Blue Star Highway and M-89, just south of Douglas.
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THAT'S IT FOR NOW...THANKS FOR READING!

Bruce