The Willow Springs Arts Council is proud to bring back “An Afternoon of Tea and Antiques”.  This event started last year as a fund raiser for the Arts Council and was very well received.  Everyone is invited to enjoy a delightful afternoon at the Ferguson Building on Sunday, August 28^th, from 2 to 4PM.

Guests will be treated to a presentation by local expert Becky Jesse on antique jewelry and are encouraged to bring a piece of jewelry for an appraisal.  Ms. Jesse discovered a love of antique jewelry following her retirement after 31 years of teaching.  She began attending auctions and yard sales acquiring items and educated herself by researching in books and on the internet.  She has several booths at local flea markets and sells items on Ebay.  Her special love is Art Deco and Nouveau, but she will also discuss a variety of jewelry from Victorian to the 1960’s.  This discussion will feature information on Cameos which are a favorite of everyone.

There will also be classical music provided by Mr. Vinnie Ray and light snacks including sandwiches and desserts.  Admission is $10 per person and will assist the Arts Council in continuing its efforts to bring fine arts programs to the area.

Don’t miss this chance to wear your fanciest hat and gloves and enjoy “An Afternoon of Tea and Antiques.”  Make your reservation now by calling Barbara Nyden at 417-855-0505 or Becky Cash at 417-962-0979.

The Willow Springs Arts Council is sponsoring an “Introduction to Oil Painting” workshop on Saturday, July 30^th at the Ferguson Building in Willow Springs.  West Plains artist, Regina Willard, will conduct the class which will start at 1PM and end at 4PM.

The goal of the class is to develop an understanding of the tools used when oil painting and when and what to use to improve your painting. That would include brushes, paint, and surfaces.  There will also be exercises to help better understand shapes, value and color when painting any subject.

Ms. Willard is primarily a self-taught artist and her style is described as “painterly with emphasis on color and brushwork”. Her work has been exhibited in numerous juried and non-juried shows in the Ozarks and has won awards including Best of Show and People’s Choice awards.  To see her work, visit her website at www.reginawillard.com.

The cost of the workshop is $20 if you bring your own supplies. This should include a 12×16 canvas.  Or, the arts council will provide the supplies for the class for an additional $10 fee.  A supply list is available upon request.  For further information or to register, please contact Barbara Nyden at 417-855-0505.  Class size is limited so early registration is recommended.

Please visit www.willowspringsartscouncil.org or Willow Springs Arts Council on Facebook for more information on the Arts Council and upcoming events.

The Star Dramatic Company’s newest production will open on June 10th at the Star Theater in Willow Springs.  Performances will be June 10 to 12th,  and June 17 to 19th with Friday and Saturday performances at 7PM and Sunday performances at 2PM.  Ticket prices are $6 for adults and $4 for students 12 and under.

Written and directed by local playwright, Kristi Cunningham, the tale includes a cast of 18.  There is an unsuspecting family, a kind-hearted beast, an evil faerie queen, some rascally Rascals, a slick business mange, castle guards, and sprightly faeries!!!!  These faeries live in an enchanted wood and can transport the most unsuspecting audience to a magical world!!!

The Arts Council is one again excited to sponsor art programs for children from First through Eighth grade at the Ferguson Building.  The sessions will be held in June on the 14, 15, and 16th and in July on the 12, 13, and 14th.  Cost for each session is $5 and you can register at the Ferguson Building.  Check our Welcome Page for more information.

The Willow Springs Arts Council is excited to again host a musical group from Springfield including Dr. David Hays, concertmaster of the Springfield Symphony.  Dr. Hays has formed a wonderful quartet with Dr. Robert Carney, Kirsten Weiss, and Matthew Pierce.  These very accomplished musicians will perform at the First Baptist Church in Willow Springs on June 4th at 3PM.  Tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for students (K – 12).  Call 417-855-0505 or 417-962-0979 to reserve tickets.