Center's December Show Will Display Shared Memories, "Treasures"

This charming reminder of domestic bliss will be on display at the Orcas Center's December show

By Joe Floren

Orcas Islanders will share portions of their lives as well as memories of local history–in the form of artifacts, art objects and personal memorabilia–in Orcas Center’s month-long holiday event.  The exhibit, “Island Treasures,” sponsored by the Visual Arts committee, will open Friday, December 4, with a reception at 5:30 p.m. in the Madrona room.

Items promised for display to date indicate a very wide variety of exhibits, says Joe Floren, show director.  They range from treasured art works to childhood toys; from antique farm implements and hand-made tools to old photographs, newspapers and personal letters;  from rustic furniture to elaborate handcrafted quilts and clothing; and from innovative useful items to articles of pure whimsy. Entries will be accepted at the Center on December 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.