On Saturday, April 29, we’re thrilled to once again host our 8th annual Arts Café – a fun, free day of local art, music, and complimentary coffee provided by Londonderry’s own Coffeeberries. Both adults and children are welcome to browse art, meet neighbors, and sit back with a pastry and beverage.
This year, we’re adding kids craft activities to occupy your little ones while you explore the artist exhibits. The event is free of charge and open to everyone. The Arts Café is being held on Saturday, April 29, 2023 (10 AM - 4 PM) – 136 Pillsbury Road in Londonderry, NH
How did the Arts Café get started?
The Arts Café began in 2015 as the brainchild of Susan Hanna, artist and former Londonderry Arts Council member. The first year, it was held in January on the lower level of the Leach Library. Susan says “January was a dead time of year; so we hoped to brighten it up with the art and live music.”
Attendees viewing local art on display and interacting with the artists.
She adds: “We had no entry fee; we just wanted folks to come and visit. Even back then, we worked with Coffeeberries. They have always supported artists. We originally limited participants to those who resided in Londonderry. I actually remember the music, which was great.”
The second year, LAC member Karen Giguere took over coordination duties. Since then, she has worked tirelessly to organize the artists and other important details that make the Arts Cafe so special. Other LAC members Larry Casey and Gregory Descoteaux help to coordinate the music and often play onstage themselves. Susan moved to Dover in 2017 where she continues to make fine art and give lessons. She is returning to the Arts Café this year to display her work.
The Arts Café provides a chance to learn about craft and network with local artists.
Its second year, the Arts Café moved from the Library to the Senior Center and then to its current location at Orchard Christian Fellowship, where it has been held for several years.
Throughout the day, a group of 8 artists display their work and are available to answer questions about their methods and inspiration. They will also have pieces available for purchase.
This year’s artists include:
Will Ashworth (acrylics)
Patricia Crowley (oils)
Dana Brown (oils)
John Webster (oil and wax)
Corinne Dodge (watercolors, pen, and ink)
Inge Seaboyer (watercolors, pen, ink, and mixed mediums)
Susan E. Hanna (oils, watercolors)
Maureen Rose (photography.
Musicians will also be performing throughout the day. LAC will also be holding a 50/50 raffle with proceeds to support local art events. The drawing will happen at 3 pm, and participants do not need to be present to win.
Musicians performing at the 2022 Arts Café
LAC members will supervise childrens’ crafting activities so parents can relax with a cup of coffee and tea and enjoy the art and music.
We hope you will join us this Saturday! LAC wishes to thank the volunteers, artists, and musicians who make this event possible. We’re also grateful to Coffeeberries for providing fresh local coffee!
