Hamann's debut novel, Cryin's For Hungry Babies, is set in North Carolina during the Civil War. When a family's cotton crop is ruined by drought, a desperate father accepts payment to take the place of a wealthy neighbor's son and enlist in the Confederate Army. Little did he know his family would be changed forever … Continue reading Coffee With the Authors – Denny Hamann
Join us for an evening of fine tunes and good company in the artistic atmosphere you can only experience here at Sunset River Gallery in Calabash, NC. AfterHours is a local band of seasoned musicians – Jeff Norris on sax, Brian Selway on bass, Dennis Brown on keys, Cliff Hackford and Bryan Hughes on vocals. … Continue reading Third Thursday Jazz Night
Stained Glass Leaf Suncatcher Workshop with instructor Diane Flanegan. Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Expect to learn fundamentals of design, safe tool usage, glass cutting, foiling and more as you complete one project in the color palette of your choice. Diane will demonstrate and provide hands-on assistance each step of the pay. … Continue reading Stained Glass Workshop w/Diane Flanegan
Opening Friday, Sept. 15 and running through Saturday, Oct. 21 is Frank Campion - Dichotomies. When gallery director Samantha Spalti saw Frank Campion’s work for the first time, her reaction was nothing less than visceral. “It was that powerful," she says. "In front of me was this stunning abstract painting that had so much movement, such … Continue reading Frank Campion – Dichotomies
Are you a local artist looking for feedback on your artwork in a fun and welcoming environment? Join us for our monthly Art Feedback Sessions, a great opportunity to share your work-in-progress and receive constructive feedback. Whether you’re feeling stuck, seeking direction, or simply feel that your piece is missing that certain “something,” this event … Continue reading Art Feedback Session w/Samantha
This time, we'll be introducing a subject we first explored for a private Paint & Party class. We'll be painting a "sugar skull," the popular symbol of the Day of the Dead (Dia de Los Muertos) in Mexico. We're showing it with different color backgrounds and varied designs to help you choose how you want … Continue reading Paint & Party – Sugar Skull
Ginny Lassiter is back to lead us in one of her abstract wine glass paintings. Please join us, this will be fun! It's time to Paint & Party, so gather up your best pals or come on your own ready to make new friends. Bring your own snacks and beverage; we'll supply everything else – … Continue reading Paint & Party – Abstract Wine Glass
Author Henry Hack is back with his latest in the Danny Boyland series, Broken Windows. A veteran NYPD homicide detective must choose between his sworn duty to arrest murderers and his desire to finally see law and order restored to his beloved city. The developing evidence points to a group of retired law enforcement personnel … Continue reading Coffee With the Authors – Henry Hack
In this class we'll create a fun Holiday vignette –a painting of ornaments on the tree. You can choose your own colors or follow along with Samantha as she works. As always, this will be a fun time, so sign up with your besties or come on your own ready to make new friends. Bring … Continue reading Paint & Party – Happy Holidays!
Join us for an evening of fine tunes and good company in the artistic atmosphere you can only experience here at Sunset River Gallery in Calabash, NC. AfterHours is a local band of seasoned musicians – Jeff Norris on sax, Brian Selway on bass, Dennis Brown on keys, Cliff Hackford and Bryan Hughes on vocals. … Continue reading Third Thursday Jazz Night
Stained Glass Christmas Tree Workshop with instructor Diane Flanegan. Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Expect to learn fundamentals of design, safe tool usage, glass cutting, foiling and more as you complete one project in the color palette of your choice. Diane will demonstrate and provide hands-on assistance each step of the way. … Continue reading Christmas Tree Stained Glass Workshop w/Diane Flanegan
Always a favorite at the gallery, this will be three days of shopping fun! Works by 25+ artists (many expected to be on hand during the Art Market) are being featured to include holiday pieces, pottery, jewelry, oil paintings, acrylics, watercolors, photography,turned wood, wearable art, fiber art, hand made furniture and more! Our eight-foot Christmas … Continue reading Holiday Art Market