FIRST FRIDAYS

May 2, 2008 Event, Binghamton, NY

Two New Gallery Openings Highlight Next First Friday Art Walk - MAY 2

The “State of the Art” continues to expand with two new gallery openings on Binghamton’s State Street, also known as Artists’ Row, and on Lewis Street in former Lackawanna train station at the next First Friday on May 2. Mixed media paintings, photography and giclee prints will be featured at Atomic Tom’s (196 State St.) with artist Margot Datz in the former Box Factory Gallery location, and at The Gallery at Lackawanna Station (45 Lewis St.) with the artists Kirk and Lesli VanZandbergen, David Skyrca, and Steven Palmer (who are formerly from Box Factory Fine Art Gallery).

This First Friday, presented by the Gorgeous Washington Street
Association (GWSA) and sponsored by M&T Bank, will feature 46 locations open from 6-9 p.m. Most First Friday venues are located in downtown Binghamton, as well as on the westside and southside, in Johnson City at Theo’s Restaurant, just west of the city border. Also open May 2, Late Night Binghamton on the Binghamton University campus in Vestal from 10 p.m.-2 a.m., and in Windsor, NY, at Windsor
Whip Works Art Gallery (98 Main St.) from 3-5 p.m. The May 2 First Friday locations include:

-- On STATE Street:
- Anam Cara Art Gallery (204 State St.): Artists Paula Friedman &
Patricia M. Bonamo: “Honoring Earth’s Beauty” - Expressions of Film & Digital Photography (Extended thru 5/31/08).
- Atomic Tom’s (196 State St.): GRAND OPENING/NEW FIRST FRIDAY VENUE: Artist Margot Datz (illustrator & author): “Mermaids, Metaphors and L’Amour”
- Original & Giclee Artworks. - Book Signing of “A Survival Guide to
Landlocked Mermaids” by Margot Datz (May 2 First Friday, 6-9, and May 3, 10-3).
- The Connelly Gallery (205 State St.): Collection of Vintage Art -
Mixed Media (Extended thru 5/23/08; weekdays 11-5 or by appointment).
- Cooperative Gallery 213 (213 State St.): Photography Artists Peg
Johnston, “The Texture of Life” & Bill Gorman: “Diversions” (Opening 4/18/08, Meet-the-Artists Reception, 5/2/08, 5-9, thru 5/11/08; gallery hours: F, 3-6, Sat., 12-4).
- Grand Royale Clarion Collection Hotel (80 State): In Lobby: “Gorgeous
Central,” Official First Friday/GWSA Information Center.
- i3-ignite, insight, inspire (208 State St., Empowerment Project):
Featured Artist Angelo Fiori. - Also, free, anonymous HIV testing (May 2 First Friday only, 6-10).
- Merlin’s (201 State St.): Featured Artist R. Scott: “Mesmerized &
Intrigued” - Paintings. - Music by Blue Shift, 7-10:30.
- The Night Eagle Cafe (200 State): Hartwick College Jazz Ensemble, 7-9, free concert. - Also, Tabletop Murals by artist Chris Bahr & other artists.
- Orazio Salati Studio & Gallery I (205 State St., 2nd Fl.): In Gallery
I: Artist Roslyn Fassett: “Beyond the Fabric” (Opening 5/2/08 with
Meet-the-Artist Reception, 6-9 and on 5/3/08, 1-3, thru 5/31/08). - Music by Kurt Alsante, keyboards.
- Orazio Salati Gallery II (205 State St., 2nd Fl.): In Gallery II:
Works by Artists Betty Bryden, Genevieve Cerwonka, J. W. Johnston, Diane Lercher, Danette Matteo, Mud & Fire Potters, Miriam Ruchames, Marc Schimsky, Derek Wahila, Marlene Wahila & Suzanne Whiting (Ongoing/Rotating Exhibit).
- Shard of Glass Studios (81 State St., 2nd Fl.): Artist Karen Stanley:
New Spring Jewelry (Thru 5/30/08).
- Terra Cotta (81 State St., 1st Fl.): Rotary Club presents 64 Wine &
Brew Tasting, 5:30-8. - Taste varieties of wine & beer, tickets $25 to benefit Rotary Charities. - Hors d’oeuvres & piano music (May 2 First Friday only).
- Uncle Tony’s (79 State St.): Music by Soulmate from Nashville, 7-11.

— On GORGEOUS WASHINGTON & S. WASHINGTON Street:
- Chrysalis (120 Gorgeous Washington St.): Gorgeous Clothing from
around the world, many fair trade, Unique Jewelry & Accessories.
- City Light Cafe (254 Washington St.): Artist Joyce Stewart: Watercol
or & Overglaze on Porcelain. - Live Music, tba (May 2 First Friday only,
6-9).
- Garland Gallery (116 Gorgeous Washington St.): “Bring in a ‘Your
Mother’s May Pole’” & Receive 20% Off Any One Item in Store. - Special First Friday Sale, 30% Off Everything on the Walls. - Also, Artisan J. T. Hanley:
“Bowled Over” - Wood Turnings crafted primarily from local hardwoods to reveal their natural beauty. - Music by Mary O’Reilly, harp, & Two Duos: Featuring Pat Raube, Joan Raube-Wilson & Josh Wallenstein (May 2 First Friday only).
- La Tazza Coffee House (39 S. Washington St., southside): Artist Martha Colgan: “Winter Into Spring” - Mixed Media Paintings & Prints (Opening 5/1/08 thru 5/31/08). - Music by David Sperazza, 7:30-9:30.
- Orion Beauty & Balance (118 Gorgeous Washington St.): Open House,
details tba (May 2 First Friday only).
- Tri-Cities Opera at Forum Theatre (236 Washington St.): Presenting
Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville” - TCO’s Season Finale. - Performances: May 2-3 at 8, May 4 at 3. - Tickets/Information, www.tricitiesopera.com; box office 772.0400; TCO Office, 729.3444.
- Whole In The Wall (43 S. Washington St., southside): Artist Brenda
Cave James: “Heart & Hand Work, My Mother & Her Daughter” - Fiber, Fabric & Poetry (Thru 5/31/08). - Music by Ed Abram, piano, 6-9. - Dinner, light fare, dessert & coffee (BYOB for dinner).

— On COURT Street:
- E. L. Downey Artist/Sculptor (33 Court St., 2nd Fl.): Artist &
Masquerade Artisan E. L. Downey: Wearable Art Masks made of Leather, Feathers & other Treasures, Artworks & Living Canvases (Open on First Friday & by appointment).
- The Greenery Restaurant at Boscov’s (11-23 Court St., 1st Fl.):
Featured Artist, tba.
- JungleScience (33 Court St., 2nd Fl.): Artist R. Rene` Branca: “Divas
and Deviants: The Performance of Gender in Binghamton Drag Culture” (Opening 5/2/08, 6-9, thru May 2008 by appointment).
- On Point Productions & Gallery (67 Court St., 2nd Fl.): Artists Mark
Berretta: “Images From The Fringe” - Photography & The Comics of Jamie Osterhout: “Dumbstruck Beyond Belief” (Opening 5/2/08 thru 5/30/08). - Also, Recording Studio Tours & Demonstrations, 6-9.
- Parlor City Trolley Tour Starting at Phelps Mansion (191 Court St.):
Guided Trolley Tours Highlighting ”Parlor City” Landmarks by Joan Sprague & Kathy Luther from the Preservation Association (PAST), 6-7 & 7-8. - Limited seating; free parking, Phelps Mansion & Broome County Public Library lots.
- Phelps Mansion Museum (191 Court St.): Artist Albert White: “Native
American Celebration” - Paintings (Opening & Meet-the-Artist Reception,
5/2/08, thru 5/30/08). - Also, Navajo Jewelry & Southwest Collections by Sharon Livingston & Scott Bean. - Also, Indian Folklore & Storytelling, Round & Circle Dancing & Native American Drumming. Bring your drum & join in (May 2 First Friday only).
- The Pirates Chest (81 Court St.): Ongoing/Rotating Exhibit: Resident
Artist Pete Quiles: Paintings. - Quilts by Fiber Artist Diane Wessell from
the Southern Tier Quilting Guild. - Pollyanna Paintings by Chariese Smith.
- Also featuring, Splash Organics, Jewelry, Clothing & More.

— On CHENANGO Street:
- First Presbyterian Church (42 Chenango St.): Piano Recital. 6:30, by
students of Pej Reitz, performing modern & classical pieces. - Also,
featuring: String Quartet & Piano Quintet with members from local Youth Orchestra (May 2 First Friday only). - Regular intermissions & light refreshments provided.
- Little Venice Restaurant (111 Chenango St.): Binghamton’s Original Art
Gallery: Over 150 signed paintings on display, including many originals by local Artist Armondo Dellasanta (Ongoing Exhibit). - Serving until 11 p.m. every Friday.

— On N. DEPOT Street:
- Coldwell Banker GTD at The Depot Lofts (21 N. Depot St., off Eldredge
between State/Chenango Sts.): Free Tours of Finished & Unfinished Luxury Lofts (price range 185K-275K), 5-8, with Light Refreshments. - Meet in lobby, entrance from parking lot on northside of building.

— On FRONT Street:
- Roberson Museum & Science Center (30 Front St.): In Sawtelle Gallery:
Artist Armondo Dellasanta of Binghamton: “Dellasanta’s Susquehanna” -
Paintings showing views of the Susquehanna River & scenes of Susquehanna, PA (Thru 6/29/08). In Sears Harkness Hall: Exhibit, “John James Audubon, American Artist & Naturalist” - Includes Taxidermy Specimens from Roberson’s Lee J.
Loomis Wildlife Collection (Thru 6/30/08).

— On HAWLEY Street:
- City Hall Gallery (38 Hawley, 2nd Fl.): daVinci Festival Student Art
Show (Opening 5/2/08, 6-9, thru 5/28/08; open weekdays, 9-5).
- Imagicka (15 Hawley): Artist Jennifer Campbell: Various
Nature-Oriented Art, 2- and 3-Dimensional including Sculptures. - Tarot Reader, tba; $10 for 10 minutes (May 2 First Friday only).

— On HENRY Street:
- Christ Episcopal Church (10 Henry St.): Artist Marian Simpson: “The
Joyful Brush” - Paintings (variety of media) on various surfaces. - In
Sanctuary: Music by Muratori Voice Studio, 7-9, a potpourri of musical delights.
- Hospitality Center; homemade soups & breads (May 2 First Friday only).
- D. C. Dunster’s (23 Henry St.): Dinner in Restaurant, 5-10. - Soup on
the Sidewalk, 6-9.

— On LEWIS Street:
- The Gallery at Lackawanna Station (45 Lewis St.): GRAND OPENING/NEW FIRST FRIDAY VENUE: Box Factory Artists Kirk & Lesli VanZandbergen - Unique, Fine Art Photography; David Skyrca - Silk-screen Prints; Steven Palmer
- Encaustics & Mixed Media (Gallery Hours, First Friday, 6-9, and by appointment).
- The Goldsmith (31 Lewis St.): Jewelry Artist: Mon Bijou: Handmade
Fashion Jewelry inspired by nature & diverse cultures (Opening 5/2/08 thru 5/31/08). - Music by Simple Gifts: Paul Sweeny, Classical guitar & Barbara Kaufman, recorders.

— On MAIN Street, Binghamton:
- The Bundy Art & Victorian Museum (129 Main St., westside): “Breathing
Vintage” - Still Modeling Show, a Binghamton University Intern production, set in time periods with live models holding poses. - Mini scenes featuring purchasable antique accessories from Bundy Museum’s Antique Pleasures ... Romancing the Past (May 2 First Friday only).
- First Congregational Church (30 Main St.): In Church Sanctuary:
“Joyful Noise!” - An Interfaith Devotional Chanting Experience by Jody Kessler of Ithaca, interfaith minister/troubadour, and inspiring group of musicians as they weave together ancient & contemporary chants from many traditions, 7-8:30. (May 2 First Friday only).

— On MAIN Street, Johnson City:
- Theo’s Southern Style Cuisine Restaurant (14 Main St., next to historic
Endicott-Johnson/E.J. Arch): Artist Victor Lay: “Color Pencil Realism 2” -
More New Work, Color Pencil on Watercolor Paper (Opening 5/1/08 thru
5/31/08). - Serving until 9 pm.

— On PENNSYLVANIA Avenue:
- Nezuntoz Cafe (50 Pennsylvania Ave., southside): Artist B. J.
Twinings: “Art from the Heart” - Original art created from the heart & imagination (Opening 5/1/08, Meet-the-Artist Reception, 5/2/08, 6-8:30, thru 5/31/08).

— On PINE Street:
- Tranquil Bar & Bistro (36 Pine St., corner of Fayette St.): Artist
Christina Kincaid: “Encounters” - Paintings & Prints. - Live Music, tba. -
Open until 3 a.m.

— On PROSPECT Avenue:
- The ART Mission & Theater (61 Prospect Ave., off Lewis St.): Artist
Steve Conley (former art director at Time Magazine): Acrylic Paintings that strongly manifest influences in contemporary culture (Opening 5/2/08, 6-9, thru 5/31/08). - Live Music, tba. - In the Theater: Independent films screened; for more information, 722.6914, or online at: www.artmission.org.
- Vishnu’s Couch Yoga Studio (61 Prospect Ave., 4th Fl., in ART Mission &
Theater building): Artist Cheryl Kindt: Yoga-Inspired Note Cards & Prints & Calligraphy by Edmond Cotton (Ongoing Exhibit). - Free Yoga class,
5:30-7:30. - Open Studio, 7:30-8. - Free Movie (tba) & Discussion, 8.

— On WATER Street:
- Lost Dog Cafe (222 Water St., corner of Henry): Artist Tyler Rosso
(Binghamton University graduating senior): “An Alaskan Experience” - Photographs (Opening 4/30/08 thru 6/3/08). - Also, Cinco de Mayo First Friday: In the Restaurant: Mexican Fiesta food specialties & live salsa/merengue/bachata music by Salsa Libre, 7-10. - In the Violet Lounge, 9: Writer/Poet Nilsa Mariano, return performance from last year: “Aqui Se Habla - From My Lips to Your Ears!” - A Lounge Act: Stories, Poetry, Half Truths & Partial Lies.
- Accompanied by David Perez, congas & Brian Wahl, guitar, free admission.

— At BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY:
- Late Night Binghamton at Binghamton University (on BU campus, Vestal, NY): In University Union, Room 133: Student Art Show featuring all media (May 2 First Friday only, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.). - Refreshments served.

— In WINDSOR, NY:
- Windsor Whip Works Art Gallery (98 Main St.): “They’re Off & Running
at Windsor Whip Works” - Colossal Exhibit of 18 Equine Artists, Sculptors & Photographers to benefit equine-assisted therapy for children & adults with disabilities. - Featuring multimedia work in oil, watercolor, pastels, sculpture & photos of horses, riding, and equine-related art (Open May 2, 3-5, thru 5/3/08; exhibit opened 3/29/08).

The First Friday schedule is subject to change without notice.

There are free BC Transit Trolley rides, starting at Phelps Mansion
Museum (191 Court St.) on First Friday: Parlor City Guided Trolley Tours from 6-7 and 7-8 with tour guides Joan Sprague and Kathy Luther from the Preservation Association (PAST), followed by the regular trolley route, 8-9. Trolley riders can get on or off at any time and can flag the trolley to stop on the trolley route during First Friday. Broome County Executive Barbara Fiala is underwriting the BC Transit Trolley during this First Friday.