VENUES TO THE NORTH OF DOWNTOWN

1. Brattleboro Clayworks
532 Putney Rd., below Friends of the Sun, (802) 254-9174, www.brattleboroclayworks.com
OPEN ONLY TILL 5:30 on MAY 3 for GALLERY WALK. Working with textured slabs of clay, new member Marilyn Buhlmann constructs architecturally inspired figures, vessels, planters, and plates that are featured in a solo show during the month of May. "The responsive and flexible nature of clay makes it such a wonderful medium. I enjoy working with its properties, and also pushing its limits." Marilyn first studied clay in the 1960s with Leon Nigrosh at Worcester Center for Crafts, and continued sporadically in classes with Virginia Wyoming, Doris Fredericks, and Alan Steinberg. "At Clayworks, I rediscovered my love for clay and just can't get enough of it," she declares. Artist Reception on Sun., May 5, 2 to 5 pm. Regular Showroom hours: Fri. & Sat. 10:30-5:30 and by appointment.

2. The Marina Restaurant
28 Spring Tree Rd. (down behind 464 Putney Rd. - where the West River meets the Connecticut), (802) 257-7563, www.vermontmarina.com
Martha Dolan, Georgie, Caryn King, and Janet Picard are exhibiting paintings whose inspiration comes from the from the Vermont agricultural landscape and barnyard animals, as well as the New England seaside and colorful still-life. Gallery Walk "munchies" available from 5 to 6:30 for visitors stopping in to catch the art en route to downtown. The Marina Restaurant is a casual waterfront eatery with a sunset view; open 7 days 11:30 to 10, Sunday Brunch from 10 to 1.

VENUES TO THE WEST OF DOWNTOWN

3. C.X. Silver Gallery & Dim Sum Teahouse
814 Western Ave., (802) 257-7898 or (802) 579-9088, www.cxsilvergallery.com
Continuing at the Brattleboro Museum (BMAC) until June, in collaboration with C.X. Silver Gallery, The Pink Slip Project (further details at pinkslipproject.tumblr.com) and Xi Le's video installations (more information at lexistudio.com) as part of the Hot Pot exhibition (see Listing #5).... Our Meal Table with conversation and forum as art on Sat., May 4 (call to attend).... Dim Sum dine in on Sun., May 12, 11 to 8 at the Gallery: Call for seatings, orders to go, or, throughout the month, catering arrangements. Menu online at dimsumvt.com.... Inquiries and reservations: (802) 257-7898, ext. 1, 2 or 3; or (802) 579-9088.... Guilford Welcome Center coffee break fund-raiser all day on Thursday, May 23, to benefit Asian Cultural Center of Vermont.

VENUES IN OR NEAR DOWNTOWN

4. Whetstone Studio for the Arts
28 Williams St., (802) 579-9797 Hannah, thewhetstonestudioforthearts.tumblr.com
THE BUILDING WILL BE OPEN FOR GALLERY WALK on MAY 3: Naomi Goldie Gelb welcomes visitors from 4 to 7 pm in Studio 2, on the second floor, where she is exhibiting recent original oils of Downtown Brattleboro, New York City, Ferris Wheels, and more; e-mail her at naomigoldie@yahoo.com. From 5:30 to 7 pm, Joe Crompton is offering a series of 5x7 greeting cards printed from original designs created using collage and (crayon) rubbing. Eric Morse is again hosting a retrospective of paintings and sculptural work by his late sister Stacy Morse; additions to earlier exhibits include a couple of portraits and a foam donkey's head from a Gould & Stearns production in the 1980s.... To see available studio space or rent space by the day for workshops, get in touch with Hannah Parker (see contact info above).

5. Pathways Vermont
116 Birge St., (888) 492-8218 x122, www.pathwaysvermont.org
"Inside/Outside" is an exhibit of paintings and drawings by participants in Pathways Vermont's Housing First program in Windham County and Pathways community members. This work explores internal and external landscapes, from desert mountain ranges to abstract representations of inner struggles and strengths, capturing artists' inward and outward journeys in a variety of mediums and styles. Artists have set their own prices and keep all proceeds from sales. The Pathways office, located in a historic Estey Organ factory building, hosts the exhibit and a Gallery Walk reception from 5:30 to 8:30 on May 3, with homemade treats and musical performances by the Pathways community. The Housing First program provides housing first, then adds supportive services in mental and physical health, substance abuse, education, employment, recreational activities, and interpersonal skills.

6. Brattleboro Museum & Art Center
10 Vernon St., (802) 257-0124, www.brattleboromuseum.org
Admission is free during Gallery Walk on April 5. Current exhibits include:
"Hot Pot: A Taste of Contemporary Chinese Art" -- 20 artists serve up an imposing array of ideas and creative strategies. Painting and photographic styles range from meticulously crafted realism to painterly abstraction. Sculptural materials vary from stainless steel to latex to silk. Video, installation, and performance are deployed in new and inventive ways. The works are humorous or serious, prosaic or poignant, aggressively physical or coolly conceptual.
"Liu Bolin: The Invisible Man" -- Liu Bolin's works not only address issues that China currently faces but also have global implications. The questions provoked by the series Hiding in the City, photographed in China, are also present in his recent series Hiding in New York.
"Your Space: Camouflage" -- Liu Bolin's photographs of his clothed body, painted so as to disappear into various surroundings, inspired this exhibit about camouflage in nature. Here we learn that there are different kinds of camouflage, and that both predators and prey rely on blending in to thrive. Crypsis and mimesis are forms of natural camouflage that visitors are invited to explore in the Ticket Gallery.
The Gift Shop sale table offers tempting treasures. Regular Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 11-5 (closed Tues.), Fri. 11-7, Sat. 10-5. Admission: $8 adult, $6 senior, $4 student, free for BMAC members and children aged 5 and under.
Art21 Film after Gallery Walk, 8:30 pm, free admission: "Change" considers how the work of three contemporary artists reflects and influences cultural and social change. Ai Weiwei infuses his sculptures, photographs, and public artworks with personal poetry and political conviction, using Chinese art forms in critical examinations of contemporary social and political issues.... In sculptures of clay, wood, and metal El Anatsui employs materials and formal elements related to his aesthetic/cultural environment, exemplifying change in the eternal cycle of all things -- destruction, transformation, and regeneration.... Catherine Opie investigates ways in which photographs document and give voice to social phenomena in America. She examines the familiar genres of portraiture, landscape, and studio photography in surprising uses of serial images, unexpected compositions, and the pursuit of radically different subject matters.

7. Whetstone Station Restaurant & Brewery
36 Bridge St., (802) 490-2354, www.whetstonestation.com
New works by Rachel Brooks are featured. A native of Jamaica, Vt., Rachel is showing recent pen-and-ink illustrations and acrylic paintings: nature, nouveau, comic, and cut-outs -- a harvest of color and contrast. More of her recent creations may be seen at Flat Street Brew Pub this month (see Listing #10). Whetstone Station offers waterfront indoor and outdoor casual dining as well as an extensive beer list showcasing some rare and unique offerings. Stop in to see Rachel's work and relax by the fire, outside on one of our beautiful decks, or at our large bar. Open 7 days for lunch and dinner, 11:30 am-11 pm.

8. Twilight Tea Lounge
41 Main St. - Lower Level (enter on Arch St. Hill), (802) 254-8887, www.twilighttealounge.com
Continuing in May, photographer Liz LaVorgna's exhibit, "Paris, Je T'aime," showcases daily life and the beauty that is Paris, from colorful glass beads at a Métro stop to amazing architecture and sculpture. Liz's business, Core Photography (core-photo.com) specializes in telling stories of peoples lives with portrait, event, and business photography. The Lounge also features select works by artist Heather Griffis, who discovered collage while recovering from surgery and hasn't looked back. Using art magazines and a female point of view, Heather repurposes artistic works into her own message and vision. Artist Reception from 5 to 6 pm on Friday, April 5, with teas and treats served until 10 pm for Gallery Walk. Regular hours: Open at 12 pm daily, till 6 on Sun.-Mon., till 8 on Tues.-Wed., and till 10 on Fri.-Sat.

9. River Gallery School of Art
32 Main St., (802) 257-1577, www.rivergalleryschool.org
Gallery spaces in May feature the RGS annual Young Artists Show, which some people have termed "the best show of the year in Brattleboro." The variety of work highlights the individual interests and talents of RGS children. The school's teaching approach has always been to let each student's interest direct the course of their projects. Because of this one-on-one student/mentor relationship, young artists are encouraged to delve deeper into their imaginations, sharpen their observational skills, and bring their work to the next level. Teachers in the children's program are Helen Schmidt and Ezra Stafford, assisted by Amy Spleen, Sandra Deacon, Jillian Farwell, Megan Stafford, and Nick Cain. Also check out this month's RGS "clothesline" exhibit of kids' art at The Works.
SAVE THE DATE: May 11 is the gala RGS Benefit Auction at the River Garden, 5:30-8:30 pm. Enjoy delicious food, bid on wonderful items, and support the School's art programs and scholarship fund.

10. Latchis 4 Gallery
50 Main St., (802) 254-1109, www.latchis.com
Sarah Adam is an illustrator and painter residing in Brattleboro. Utilizing acrylic on found surfaces, her works focus on local views of silhouettes and patterns made by natural and manufactured objects, including tree branches, and powerlines. This month, she is showing new work, painted wooden furniture, and reasonably priced mini paintings. More of her work is anlineat Madsahara.com.

11. Flat Street Brew Pub
6 Flat St., (802) 257-1911, www.flatstreetbrewpub.net
Local artist/bartender Alexis Doshas displays large-format color photographs in a series dubbed "Rural Color." These images capture the vividness of life lived in the outskirts. The Pub offers 20 fine handcrafted ales and lagers on tap and a delicious menu of pub-style food. Open 7 days: Sun-Thurs. 4-11, Fri. & Sat. 4-12:30.

12. Adivasi
8 Flat St., (802) 258-2231
Shram and Elissa Bhanti are closing their retail business on Flat Street at the end of May, and are offering deep discounts on remaining stock and fixtures. The opening of a collaborative installation is being celebrated on Gallery Walk night, May 3. Shram Bhanti is designing a site-specific stone sculpture, and Evan Clayton Horback is showing his paintings. These two exhibits represent personal meditations on the artists' relationship to the culture of India. NOTE: In the future, fine jewelry from Adivasi studios in India will be available at David Walter Jewelry (81 Main) and Adivasi's popular Masala Chai blend will be marketed to the public at Mocha Joe's (82 Main).

13. SHAKTI: Shamanic Healing & Kore Teachings Institute
24 Flat St., 2nd fl. (above Adivasi, opp. Boys & Girls Club), (888) 245-3837
GRAND OPENING DURING GALLERY WALK on May 3: Enjoy beautiful paintings by Westminster artist Sharon Wilsie, experience a taste of energy healing through complimentary mini-sessions with Supriya Shanti, and sip delicious teas and herbal brews prepared by Aidan Clowes. Learn about Classes and Individual Sessions in vibrational awareness, energy healing, psychic development, universal consciousness, self-discovery and awareness.
Artist Sharon Wilsie has practiced fine art all her life, spending endless hours trying to recreate the Natural world around her in the magical landscape she perceives it to be. Intuitively able to sense worlds within worlds, she was adopted in her twenties by a Native American elder who taught her how to hone her skills as a visionary. Sharon now shares her ability to "see" the worlds within others' worlds, painting their journey, spirit guides, and power animals as a sacred offering of healing art.

14. In-Sight Photography Project
45 Flat St., Ste. 1, (802) 251-9960, www.insight-photography.org
Work from the Exposures cross-cultural youth arts program is featured in May. During Fall and Spring classes in their home communities, youth from Chicago and Vermont completed projects based on photographing their sense of culture, community, and personal experiences. These works are exhibited with participants' reflections and stories. Opening Reception on May 3, 5:30-8; otherwise visit during office hours, Mon.-Fri 9:30-6. For more info or to register for summer classes, please call or visit online. In-Sight offers darkroom and digital photography classes to youth ages 11 to 18; all materials are provided, and no interested youth is turned away if unable to pay suggested class fees.

15. Vermont Center for Photography
49 Flat St., (802) 251-6051, www.vcphoto.org
The annual VCP Members' Exhibition is featured in May. Subject matter and style vary greatly in this fine photographic work, though all members share a common passion for the medium of photography and range from life-long accomplished artists to those just starting out and looking for exhibition opportunities. Opening Reception on May 3, 5:30-8:30 pm. Regular gallery hours on Fri.-Sat.-Sun. 12-5 pm and by appt. Visit online for more information. Also on opening night, check out VCP's benefit Photo Tag Sale across the alley in the former Sanel Auto Parts building from 11 to 7.

16. Gallery Laura Boyajian
in Law Offices at 19 Elm St., (802) 257-8008 Susan, www.lauraboyajian.com
For the month of May, painter Laura Boyajian offers a series of self-portraits, revealing the unexpected with colorful, expressive brush strokes.

17. Equilibrium & Superfresh Organic Café
14 Elm St., (802) 490-3788, www.eqvermont.com
The featured artist for May is Alec McPherson of Brattleboro, a tortured soul who has learned to channel his frustrations and feelings of alienation into a burning passion for the visual arts.
Also on exhibit is life-long artist Kristina Wentzell of Keene, NH, known for her vibrant paint colors and impressionist brushwork. She has traveled and studied art in France, Canada, and Australia, and received her BFA at Massachusetts College of Art. In summer, she travels New England roads in a 1966 DeCamp Travel Trailer converted into the Happy Camper Mobile Art Gallery.
Also showcased are paintings expressing the internal world of Crystal Bartlett (Brattleboro); soulful illustrations of life and loved ones by Heather Miller of Heady Art (Brattleboro); multimedia images by Heidi Bosworth of Orchid Skye expressing "fearless exploration of form and color"; and a body of visionarily fortified mixed-media works by transient heart-of-golden-wonder wingnut artist Jonas Emmanuel Fricke (Brattleboro), spanning over a decade.
Free local entertainment (donations welcome) for Gallery Walk begins at 6 pm with Sound Healing by David Kuhn followed by a live set of electronica by multimedia artist Gnome Fire.
Equilibrium is a Positive Lifestyle Environment that nurtures art, culture, community, and personal well-being by uniting a diverse range of inspiring products, programs, and services. Superfresh Organic Café serves organic, local, and seasonal food and beverages, nearly all made from scratch and avoiding common allergens.

18. Hope Gallery at Elliot St.Café
134 Elliot St., (802) 246-1251, www.facebook.com/ElliotStreetCafe
Enjoy winter black and white photos by Becky Jones, other featured art work, a book swap shelf, and ping-pong. Hours are Wed.-Sun. 8:30-2:30; open for Gallery Walk when staffing permits, though the kitchen is closed.

19. Metropolis
55 Elliot St., (802) 490-2255
Cameron Schmitz exhibits her painterly, figurative oil paintings in May. "These large-scale works are drawn from ordinary moments hidden within our daily lives that suggest personal reflection and quieter states of being. Times of solitude, no matter how brief, inspire me," says Schmitz. Similar to her use of technique in landscape paintings, these works illustrate her continued interest in using mark-making techniques and color to create a sense of mood, atmosphere, and energy. Visit www.cameronschmitz.com for further information. Music from 8 to 11 on Gallery Walk night features Ameranouche, who have a unique Gypsy Jazz sound, undeniable talent and a cool, mellow stage presence.

20. Elliot St. Fish, Chips & More
50 Elliot St., (802) 451-0074
Photographer Ladd Butler focuses on spring's arrival with local floral and East Coast images. With summer around the corner, other inspiring images are represented to get viewers into the spirit of sunshine. Come devour some falafel, fish tacos, chowder, and salad while being inspired by Ladd's fine images. Visit the shop's new Facebook page. Regular Hours: Tues.-Thurs. 12-8, Fri. & Sat. 12-9.

21. Tulip Café
12 Harmony Pl., (802) 490-2061
Recent and older paintings by Will Parmelee of Putney are featured this month. Will has been showing his work in southeastern Vermont since the early '80s. "I like the idea of light sneaking around; I like the contrast between made objects and natural forms; in fact, I like contrast wherever I can find it. I also need to get out and enjoy my surroundings whenever I can, and I hope [my] work reflects that." Opening reception from 5 to 7 pm on May 3 during Gallery Walk.

22. Diversity Day Festival on May 3
Harmony Parking Lot, The River Garden & Brattleboro Museum & Art Center Lawn · CLICK THIS LINK FOR SCHEDULE and a list of participating vendors/organizations ·
STOP BY DURING GALLERY WALK FOR ART, MUSIC, FOOD & INFO from a range of organizations whose work celebrates and supports Diversity.

23. Mocha Joe's Café
82 Main St., (802) 257-7794, www.mochajoes.com
Gallery space in May features "Through the Studio Window," a series of paintings by Lori Schreiner of views outside the windows of the River Gallery School. "I am fascinated by the myriad of colors that spill over the mountains as the seasons change," writes Lori, "and the way the flowers of spring inside the room are framed by the river and mountains and buildings of downtown Brattleboro." Artist's reception from 5:30 to 7 on Gallery Walk night, May 3. Enjoy a cup of Mocha Joe's own freshly roasted coffee or a seasonal drink and freshly baked pastries.

24. Vermont Artisan Designs & Gallery 2
106 Main St., (802) 257-7044, www.vtart.com
Featured art work in May includes "Pop Surrealism" constructions by Dennis Poitras; new paintings by Deedee Jones and Elaine Hahn; and photographs by Caroline Christie. Music for the opening reception during Gallery Walk on May 3 is provided by Jon Matthew on the gallery's Yamaha piano. A portion of income from featured work this month will go to the Brattleboro Area Drop In Center.

25. The Works
118 Main St., (802) 579-1871, http://worksbakerycafe.com
Lynn Hoeft presents a watercolor show entitled "Delicious," in which fruits and vegetables take the place of honor. These paintings range from full-on recipes like for lemon meringue pie to stories that feature foods in a supporting role. Butterflies, vintage buttons, feathers, and seeds are also featured items within the paintings. A long-time watercolor painter, Hoeft relocated to Brattleboro in 2008. Whether walking around town or through the woods, she is always on the lookout for acorns, seedpods, and leaves to add to her next painting. To view more about Hoeft's business, Whetstone Watercolor Arts, please visit www.lynnhoeft.com or e-mail her directly at lynnhoeft@gmail.com.
The Kid's Art display features a "clothesline" exhibit of artwork by kids at the River Gallery School.
The Works Café offers humanely raised, naturally cured meats and poultry with no antibiotics or added hormones; local eggs from cage-free chickens; hormone-free and antibiotic-free milk and cream cheeses from Vermont family farms. Breakfast and lunch sandwiches are served on artisan bread or traditional boiled-and-baked bagels made with unbleached, unbromated flour. Fresh salads, hearty soups, fresh-fruit smoothies, and Rainforest Alliance-Certified coffee are thoughtfully sourced, local when possible. Open daily from 6 to 6 and until 9 pm on Gallery Walk Fridays.

26. David Walter Jewelry Studio
81 Main St., (802) 722-9620, www.davidwalterjewelry.com
David Walter produces one-of-a-kind, handmade, and bespoke jewelry in precious metals and gems, and specializes in the repair, restoration, modification, and repurposing of all fine jewelry. In honor of over a decade of friendship and collaboration both in the US and India, David Walter and Shram Bhanti are pleased to announce the exhibition and sale of Adivasi Jewelry's fine silver collection. The studio's MasterCraft Gallery offers quarterly exhibits featuring uncommon, unique, and otherwise exceptional work by regional artisans: Sculptural Ceramic Vessels by Stephen Procter are featured through May 20.

27. The Artist's Loft Gallery & B&B
103 Main St., 3rd floor, (802) 257-5181, www.theartistsloft.com
The Artist's Loft Gallery presents works by William H. Hays. Hays' unique multicolor linoleum block prints are vibrant interpretations of the New England landscape and Brattleboro. Also featured are oil paintings and portraits. Original and beautiful works of art at a very affordable price. You can also visit the artist's studio to see works underway. Open 10-6 daily and 24/7 online.

28. Amy's Bakery Arts Café
113 Main St., (802) 251-1071
Each original Vermont Botanical has been designed for display under glass by Maggie Lake using artfully arranged elements from the natural world. "Viewers have a chance to see close up what we take for granted. Preserved plant specimens from diverse habitats are my paints. I also create enlarged giclée prints from the originals," explains Lake. Sales of original works and prints are particularly helpful at this time to support Maggie, who has had to give up her work as a nurse practitioner and is preparing for a summer stem cell treatment for recurring cancer. In addition to Amy's baked treats, there's an array of European-style breads; warming soups, hearty sandwiches, and deliciously healthful salads. Open Mon.-Sat. 8-6, till 8 on Gallery Walk, and Sun. 9-5.

29. Beadniks
115 Main St., (802) 257-5114, http://beadniksvt.com
Beadniks is just back from a trade show with thousands of new beads, including a huge selection of "wholesale" gemstone strands and lots of jewels and crystals. Check out new toys, T's, and accessories as well as a few surprises among the stock of nostalgic tin signs, retro patches, bumper stickers, and postcards. This treasure trove of beads, stones, findings, and jewelry-making supplies continues to evolve. Regular hours are 10-6 Mon.-Thurs., 10-7 Fri.-Sat., and 11-5 Sun.

30. Gallery in the Woods & Dante's Infurniture
145 Main St., (802) 257-4777, www.galleryinthewoods.com
In Gallery 1, "At The Table: Handmade Vessels for Artisan Food" features affordable and functional work by nine artists to grace your organic table: Mikio Matsumoto and Cheryl Constanti offer their elegant and subtle take on traditional Japanese tableware forms in porcelain.... Tanya Rudenjak layers creamy glaze and satiny blacks in earthy, textured tribal patterns.... Natalie Blake's new wheel-thrown clay bowls are rendered with an array of colored glazes.... Dwo Wen Chen's whimsical birds bring colorful fun to the meal.... Liz Kinder introduces dramatic forms and striking color contrasts in wax resist.... Alan Steinberg offers highly textured Blessing Bowls and platters reflecting natural patterns and sacred writing.... Polly Whitcomb plays with abstracted leaf and woodland themes in wax resist and Japanese brush painting.... Francesco Soto Ballesteros hand-chisels large pieces of wuth trees from his native rainforest in Peru -- this art for the table is a tool for sustainable development.... Shana Brautigan's hand-built vessels leave the mark of the hand, using natural clay glazes imprinted with plant life.
Gallery 2: Dug Nap returns with his sidewalk show of hilarious cartooning for your enjoyment on Gallery Walk night. Meet Dug and get your prints signed!
Artists' Reception 5:30-8:30 pm on Friday, May 3, during Gallery Walk. Regular gallery hours: 11-5:30 daily, Sun. 12-5.

31. The Dianich Gallery
139 Main St., Rm. 501, down the alley and through the glass doors, (802) 380-1607, www.catherinedianichgallery.com
"Moment," a show of photographic images and video installations by Marlboro College senior Ned White, is featured in May. "The work in this show was produced over the past two years as I [was working on] my Senior Plan project," explains White. "The ideas for these pieces came to me as I read the political philosophy of Hannah Arendt, Baruch Spinoza, and a handful of older philosophers with Greek names and big white beards. The thought for each project came to me with uncanny ease, as if the ideas for them were not within my own mind but hidden, instead, somewhere between the lines of the text I was reading. This work, then, is a self-portrait. Not as the age-old attempt to portray some deep-felt resonance hidden behind a social façade but, instead, as a representation of the things I thought and felt as I went about puzzling through the ideas of some of the world's best old thinkers." Sophie Tulip (ukulele and vocals) and Liana Nuse (cello and vocals) offer live music during some of the opening reception, 5:30 to 8 pm on May 3; gallery open by appointment during May.

32. Hooker-Dunham Theater & Gallery
139 Main St., down alley and downstairs one flight, (802) 254-9276, www.hookerdunham.org & Facebook
Featured in May are photographs taken over the past year by students at the In-Sight Photography Project who spent countless hours documenting communities, activities, and Vermont life in order to share their individual perspectives. For more information about In-Sight, visit www.insight-photography.org. Opening Reception from 5:30 to 8:30 pm during Gallery Walk on May 3. Gallery hours otherwise during events at Hooker-Dunham Theater & Gallery and by appointment.

33. Penelope Wurr: Contemporary Glass & Gifts
167 Main St., (802) 246-3015, www.penelopewurr.com
Green is in -- Green as in Lawn. New windows feature fresh-cut grass and lots of enticing gifts for Mother's Day and more. Currently exhibiting a small collection of Penelope's Etchings produced in London in conjunction with the Business Arts Gallery of the Royal Academy of Art.... Introducing local artisan Rosie Schulick, who has been creating beaded wonders since childhood: the thrill of knotting gemstones to silk inspires her inborn appreciation of style and color relationships, shape, composition and surprise -- necklaces, bracelets and earrings are on show, and Rosie is available to chat during Gallery Walk from 5.30 till 7 pm.
The shop showcases Penelope Wurr's Fine Contemporary Glass, local and European gifts, an eclectic selection of handcrafted jewelry, clothing accessories, and furnishings for home and garden, both vintage and new.... Newly arrived, a stunning selection of throws, bedspreads, and quilts from India, scarves from London and Scandinavia.... Throw in some garden gnomes, and there's something for everyone.... and don't forget the British Food! Hours are Mon.-Sat. 10-6, and Sun. 11-6. Open till 8 pm or later for Gallery Walk.

34. A Candle in the Night
181 Main St., (802) 257-0471, www.acandleinthenight.com
The digital prints in "DwarfGlitch," explains David Holzapfel, "are straight photographs of my television screen on a Friday evening while attempting to watch a rented film, The Red Dwarf. Immediately upon my pressing 'Play,' the DVD began to stutter, freeze-frame, pixelate, tile and scramble. The mash-ups were delightfully whacked, outside control and beyond comprehension.... Aside from tonal adjustments the images are exactly as they appeared on the screen." Reception during Gallery Walk on Friday, May 3, 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Work by Larry Simons, Ahren Ahrenholz, and Simi Berman is also on display among the store's treasure trove of Oriental carpets, distinctive furniture lines, and antique pieces from Africa, China, India, and other exotic places, as well as artful accessories from around the globe. Interior design services are available for office and home. Regular Hours are Fri. 10-8, Mon.-Thurs. & Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5.

35. Take a Moment for Peace
Centre Congregational Church, 193 Main St., in the parlor, (802) 257-4588 Dee and Bob Keller
5:30-6 pm, Meditations for Peace: Gallery Walkers of all faiths and no faiths are invited into the church's fireside parlor to share in quietude, music, and meditations for peace. This month SingAbout, an outreach arm of the Brattleboro Women's Chorus, provides songs and poems to inspire our meditation. In groups of 3 to 12 or more singers, SingAbout is available to share the joy and power of music for occasions such as birthdays, births, anniversaries, memorial services, illnesses, and celebrations of most kinds. Contact is via the chorus at BrattleboroWomensChorus.org.

36. Brooks Memorial Library
224 Main St., (802) 254-5290, www.brooks.lib.vt.us
The annual show of paintings by members of the Saxtons River Artists' Guild is on the library's Main Floor during May.
Christina Gibbons, PhD, of Brattleboro, an independent scholar interested in the history of literacy, has filled the glass display cases in the second-floor entryway with selections from her extensive collection of postcards showing people reading. Displayed in cases on the mezzanine are selections from the library's Henrietta Loud Collection of mostly 19th-century European art objects.
Barbara Johansen Newman is featured in the Children's Book Illustrators case on the second floor during May and June. Johansen Newman has illustrated many children's books with her colorful, whimsical illustrations, including the first book she also authored, Tex and Sugar: A Big City Kitty Ditty, and her newest, Glamorous Glasses.
Permanently displayed on all three floors are selections from the library's Fine Arts Collection of more than 400 items -- sculptures, ceramics, paintings, rare books, maps, photographs, and historical and archaeological objects -- donated over the past 150-plus years. A brochure is available at the library to lead visitors on a self-guided walking tour of art during regular hours: Mon.-Wed. 10-9; Thurs. 1-6; Fri. 10-6; & Sat. 10-2.
Know Your Library: Tours and Tips for Newcomers and Experienced Library Users is presented by Reference Librarian Jeanne Walsh on the first Friday of each month at noon. Jeanne offers a tour of the first floor and mezzanine, a catalog search, and answers to your questions about how to find your way in the library. Meet at the reference desk; no reservations required.

37. "Shall We Dance" at the Brattleboro Stone Church
210 Main St. (cor. Grove, next to the PO), (802) 348-6671, (802) 579-9990 Ray, www.shallwedance.biz
7-10 pm: The Brattleboro Ballroom of Shall We Dance offers a Zydeco dance lesson from 7 to 8 pm with Paul Paytas and Lucinda Dee; open ballroom dancing to a variety of rhythms follows from 8 to 10 pm. Light refreshments. Cost for lesson and dance: $8 singles, $15 couples, $5 students & seniors. Please visit for a great time! Contact Ray Warren at ray@shallwedance.biz for further info; check online calendar for upcoming events.

38. Baskets Bookstore
48 Harmony Pl., (802) 258-4980, baskets@sover.net
Painter/muralist Steven Donovan is now offering calendars featuring many of his favorite old paintings and a number of new ones, too. He can be seen painting in the store during Gallery Walk on Friday, May 3, as well as exhibiting and selling affordable, matted copies of many paintings created over the past several years, plus a dozen or so recent original works. Baskets is a predominantly used-paperback bookstore tucked in the north corner of Harmony Place. Open Mon.-Thurs. 10-5, Fri. 10-9:30, Sat. 9-4, and Sun. 10-4

39. Crafter's Corridor
24 High St., 1st floor hall, Midtown Mall (enter from Harmony Lot or High Street), Info: transjmk@sover.net Kathleen
OPEN ON GALLERY WALK NIGHT, 5:30 to 8:30: The hallway to the Back Side Café is transformed into a vibrant marketplace for local fine crafts, including Jewelry, Fabric Arts, Mosaics, Photography, Handmade Instruments, Pottery, Photo Cards, and Books. This month see work by Kathleen Kennedy, Susan Rosano, Dennis Waring, Katherine Barratt, Paula Lavender, Patti Jacobs, and newest member Flo Nestor. Common Scents Sachets by Flo Nestor: A former educator and director of a gifted and talented program, designer and creator of theater costumes, and crafter of clothing, draperies, and bridal gowns, Flo has turned her focus to creating one-of-a-kind fragrant sachets from high quality silks, linens, ribbons, beads and vintage buttons. The Crafter's Corridor is honoring Mother's Day with a FREE DRAWING for a MOSAIC MIRROR by Susan Rosano at Gallery Walk. Winner must be present at the 7:30 pm drawing.

40. Fat Cat Studio
24 High St., 1st floor hall, Midtown Mall, catherinenunn.com
Open studio during Gallery Walk on Friday, May 3, with Cat Nunn and fellow artists painting from a model. Visitors are invited to watch the artists at work. See Cat's website for more info and to view a gallery of portraits (both human and feline), still lifes, and celebrity caricatures.

SPECIAL REGIONAL EXHIBITS

A. SE Vermont Welcome Center
The Silo Gallery hosts paintings by Adrian "Yellow" Patenaude of Newport, Vermont. Adrian is known for the vibrant yellows that appear in each of his original works inspired by the Vermont landscape. DaVallia Art & Accents, a gallery in Chester, is showing paintings and barnboard wall hangings by various Vermont artists. Information and historical exhibits are available for visitors and residents alike. Open 7 am to 11 pm daily.