Blanden Art Festival

by bill shea

The works of local artists, the sounds of local musicians and activities for the kids will all be part of the upcoming Blanden Art Festival.

The event will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 10 on the grounds of the Blanden Memorial Art Museum, 920 Third Ave. S.

A puppet show performed by Enlenspiegel Puppet Theatre of West Liberty will performed at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

The lineup of live music includes Jive for 5 performing at 9 a.m., Salty View’s Acoustic Review performing at 11:30 a.m. and the students of Gillette Music Academy performing at 2:30 p.m.

The event is free.

“There will be music, food, art work, you name it,” said Eric Anderson, the director of the museum. “It should be a really good time.”

“Stop by the art museum, spend some time at the festival on the grounds and then definitely come inside the museum to see the excellent exhibits,” he added.

Booths featuring the work of various artists will be set up on the lawn of the museum. There will also be a tent filled with activities for children.

The festival is sponsored by Kwik Trip, Casey’s General Store, The Messenger, Allers Associates Architects, Bemrich Electric and Telephone, Iowa H2O, Daniel Pharmacy, Shimkat Motor Co., Prestage, Mikos & Matt, Party Productions, the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association and the city of Fort Dodge.