Creativity to blossom at 5th Art in the Park

Taiko drummers from BGSU on the move to play in amphitheater during 2018's Art in the Park.

From BOWLING GREEN ARTS COUNCIL

The Bowling Green Arts Council and Bowling Green Parks and Recreation Department will host the 5th annual Art in the Park on the grounds of Simpson Garden Park, 1291 Conneaut Avenue, on Friday, June 7th from 5:00-7:00 p.m.  Festive fun in a beautiful garden setting with live music, theatrical performances, artists painting on easels, interactive art activities for children and light refreshments.  Free and open to the public.

Greg Justus demonstrates alcohol ink painting during 2017 Art in the Park

As they stroll through beautiful Simpson Garden Park, attendees will have an opportunity to view and vote for their favorite artists at work; this year first-place and second-place favorites will win awards. Attendees will also enjoy music by local musicians and students of the BGSU College of Musical Arts, step dancing, and performances by the Black Swamp Players.

The Black Swamp Players will present an excerpt from The Odd Couple, female version.

Strolling and stationary musicians and music groups throughout the grounds will include Toraigh an SonasThe GRUBS, Ceoltoírí Nua, Black Swamp Drum Circle, and Kazenodaichi Taiko.

Immediately after Art in the Park, enjoy dinner at Sunset Bistro, 1220 W. Wooster, where a percentage of the dining proceeds will be donated to the BG Arts Council.

This event is sponsored by Bowling Green Arts Council and Bowling Green Parks & Recreation with additional support from Montessori School of Bowling Green, NWO Montessori, the Art Supply Depo of Bowling Green, the BGSU Fine Arts Galleries, the BGSU School of Music, and Sunset Bistro.