A creative night featuring 'My Friends' by Fredrik Backman— make postcards, & soak up artful vibes with fellow book lovers & enjoy lasagna
Join us on June 17th from 6:30pm to 9:30pm for an evening celebrating Fredrik Backman’s newest release, My Friends . (limited signed copies available at Found!)
Hosted collaboratively by neighbours Route 22 Art Gallery and Found Books & Shop , this cozy, creative night includes a lasagna dinner from The Boot , a postcard-making station led by local artist Michelle Wiebe , and the chance to connect with fellow readers about the impact of this heartfelt story.
Wander freely between the shop and gallery through a secret passageway, and—if you're feeling bold—get a mini book-themed flash tattoo from a curated selection of designs by Gratitude Tattoos (not included in regular ticket price, limited spots available & recommended to pre-book as an add-on).
Sponsored in part by Simon & Schuster , this is a night for art, stories, and celebrating our gloriously messy humanity—together.
About Route 22 Art Gallery Collective :
The Collective has established an elevated, multi-discipline visual arts gallery–operated by its dedicated members of the Route 22 Artist Collective Ltd. Behind the gallery display space is an Arts Makerspace intended to provide arts programming for all ages. The Route 22 Artist Collective Ltd. Gallery is located at Unit 18, 312 5th Ave (Grand Central Town Square Mall) in Cochrane.
The arts play a huge role in building healthy communities and maintaining mental wellness. The Covid-19 crisis has brought this to the forefront and further illuminated the importance of art in helping people cope in the current difficult times. The arts connect, nourish and sustain us on a fundamental human level.
Now more than ever, it is important to support the growth and health of our local arts scene. We could not be more proud of our grassroots Collective and the Route 22 Artist Collective Ltd. Gallery. We sincerely hope you will join us on our journey.
As part of our new re-opening, we are seeking supporters of all kinds to join in making this venture a successful and sustainable reality for Cochrane .
About Gratitue Tattoos:
Unique Hand Poked Tattoos For Every Story
At Gratitude Tattoos, we specialize in the hand-poked/stick-and-poke method, offering a unique tattoo experience.
Each design is custom-crafted to ensure it encapsulates your vision, whether you’re commemorating a significant moment, expressing your identity, or simply celebrating the beauty of body art.
We can't wait to bring your vision to life
Marni:
I love hearing your stories behind the concepts of your tattoos, I love the creative process of drawing something meaningful, beautiful and unique from just an idea, I love the deep conversations and getting to know you personally. I feel incredibly humbled and honoured to have the opportunity to put something permanent on your body.
About artist Michelle Wiebe
Michelle Wiebe is a multi-disciplinary artist focused primarily on painting, printmaking and letterpress. Her work is characterized by simple subject matter rendered with bold colour and line work. She began her journey as an artist at an early age after being accepted to the Langley Fine Arts School. There she immersed herself in all aspects of visual art making. She continued developing her skills at Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, eventually finding her voice through paint and ink. Michelle is also a passionate instructor with a deep love for teaching, she makes it her goal that students leave her class with quality work and the confidence to continue building their new skills. She can also be found doing collaborations, demonstrations and commission pieces. Her studio is in Cochrane Alberta, she is a member of the Leighton Artist Centre and Alberta Printmaker.
About The Boot
Home of authentic Italian flavours.
In the heart of the beautiful town of Cochrane, the family owned Italian restaurant The Boot will take you in the authentic Trattoria, the most casual Italian style diner where to eat great and delicious food in a cosy atmosphere, ideal for all occasions.
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