“When you bring artists into a town, it changes the character, attracts economic development, makes it more attractive to live in and renews the economics of that town,” he said. “There are ways to draw artists into the center of things that will attract other people.” 
             Rocco Landesman-Chairman NEA

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12th Annual ARToberFEST

Offering “the beauty of art in its purest form,” ARToberFEST features all type of media including, clay, drawing, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, pastels, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, textiles, watercolor, and wood. Oftentimes artists can be seen painting at their easel or creating clay pottery on a potter’s wheel during the event.
“ARToberFEST has the relaxed feel of an art stroll,” says Kathy Modzelewski, ARToberFEST director. “The artists are excited to share their work with the visitors in a unique and historic setting.”
Journey downtown to Postoffice St. during ARToberFEST, and enjoy shopping and festivities amidst the lively, restored charm of the Downtown Arts and Entertainment District.
For more details about ARToberFEST, visit ARToberFEST  or email to artoberfest@gmail.com