The community is invited to the Tenino Arts Stone City Art Festival, a celebration of stone carving, arts and family-friendly entertainment on June 14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in downtown Tenino.
Tenino Arts and Tenino Stone Carvers Guild will bring the free festival to residents and visitors for a day filled with artistic expression, live entertainment, delicious food and all-ages engaging activities.
“The festival will proudly feature the exceptional artistry of stone carving artists from both the Northwest Stone Sculpture Association and the Tenino Stone Carver Guild, showcasing their intricate and compelling works,” according to a news release about the festival.
The event will also highlight various artisans of fine art, glasswork, leather goods, pottery, wood crafts, handmade candles and lotions, photography, unique jewelry, fiber arts, books and other handcrafted items.
Event highlights this year include a special appearance by Richard Rhodes, a distinguished Seattle-based mason and sculptor.
“Known for work described as ‘poetry in stone,’ Rhodes holds the unique distinction of being the first non-Italian apprentice admitted into Siena, Italy's ancient masonic guild in 726 years, a testament to his profound understanding and mastery of sacred geometry,” the news release states.
Attendees will be able to view slides of Rhodes’ remarkable work and hear readings from his new book.
The Tenino Farmers Market will also be hosting the annual Kids Day, providing additional family-friendly fun and activities.
More information is available at the sites of Tenino Arts or Tenino Stone Carvers Guild.
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