The focal point of The Alley Project is a mural designed by noted artist Chad Brady. Although the alley is temporary for Mile of Music, the mural will have a two-year lifespan painted on the wall of the museum’s Ogilvie Preservation Center. Learn more and support The Alley Project here. Chad is creating a mural [...Read More]
Pumpkin Grandma's Cheesecake is a regular vendor at our Saturday Farm Market. The crust is good with a hint of cinnamon. The cheesecake has a moist pumkin-y flavor. As an added bonus, there is frosting that is not too sweet. It is just right! This dense cheesecake weighs over 11 ounces. Its ticket price was [...Read More]
Are You Ready to Solve a Mystery? The Traveling Palette Midsummer Murder Mystery Masterpiece Saturday July 18th 3 - 5 pm or 7 -9 pm Enjoy an afternoon or evening of mystery and creativity in the Gallery at The Traveling Palette, 109 N. Durkee Street in Downtown Appleton. Upon entering the Gallery you will receive an [...Read More]
Pulse Young Professionals Network's The Artery: Parklife was a great success this past weekend for local art lovers as they could enjoy live music, cocktails, and art. Centered around indie art in the Fox Cities, The Artery featured local arts and crafts from a variety of vendors. Whether it be colorful pottery, unique paintings, or [...Read More]
Join us for Art on the Town - Chalk on the Town is Friday, July 17th. Coventry Glassworks will be featuring the oil paintings of Brian Kemp from 6 - 9 pm.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1841156636/the-alley-project/widget/video.html Help us create Appleton’s first art alley featuring a mural that pays homage to Wisconsin’s love affair with the bicycle. More information available at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1841156636/the-alley-project?ref=video The Alley Project has all of the ingredients to create an energetic new space for Mile of Music -- public art, food trucks, beer, and live music. The project’s capstone [...Read More]
Appleton Downtown received these photos from the winner of the Fox River Parkways Pontoon Boat Ride in our Golf Outing Raffle. The boat ride was courtesy of Fox Wisconsin Heritage Parkway. Here is her quote and a photos. What an amazing trip! A side of the area we've never seen before. Beautiful! So much to be thankful [...Read More]
Companies understand that creative placemaking contributes to a happier, more engaged workforce. That's why they support the work of the Creative Downtown Committee. We are thrilled to recognize Willis of Wisconsin as our first Corporate Placemaker for 2015! Their grant of $1,000 will bring new public art to downtown for the entire community to enjoy. [...Read More]
Recently more attention is being given to the positive effect of art for your mind. Really! It gives the left side of your brain a chance to relax while it stimulates the right side of the brain and helps to ward off cognitive impairment according to a recent study by the Mayo Clinic http://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/health/sc-hlth-0520-keeping-your-wits-20150514-story.html. [...Read More]
The summer outdoor film series begins July 22nd in Houdini Plaza with the movie Planes. The show starts at 8:30 pm. Appleton Public Library along with the YMCA, Building for Kids, Trout Museum of Art, P.A.C. are hosting these great family films in Houdini Plaza. Put these Summer movie family outings on your calendar. All [...Read More]