Pleasant Living Magazine

The third annual indoor flea market of the Mathews Art Group has a new name.  “We’re calling it “Dump the Junk” says Gallery Manager Patty Zierow announcing the event that begins Friday, February 12.

“People were confused by the original “Artist’s Attic” name.  They thought we were selling off artwork and that’s something we’ll do later this year. “

  The “junk” for the current sale, being collected now through Thursday, February 11, promises to be as intriguing as in previous years when a cast iron pot originally bought at a Paris flea market was just one of the treasures snatched up by smart shoppers.

Local residents and not just Gallery artists and members are being asked to donate interesting items like books, bird cages, lamps, clocks, musical instruments and jewelry.  Last year’s sales helped the Gallery pay winter heating bills.  This year’s economy and its impact on art sales make the income from Dump the Junk even more important to the survival of the co-op gallery for local artists.

Mathews Art Gallery is at 206 Main Street.  For more information, phone 804 725 3326.

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