Michelle Nijhuis Reading & Art Pop-up
The Trout Lake Arts Council will be hosting a reading by Michelle Nijhuis from her book Beloved Beasts,Fighting for Life in an Age of Extinction on October 10, 2025 in the Grange.
Holiday Market
Celebrate the season with the Trout Lake Holiday Market, a festive gathering of local artisans and makers! Enjoy a vibrant community marketplace featuring handmade items, local crafts, and delicious food from talented vendors in our area.
For more information or to reserve a vendor spot, contact tlartscouncil@gmail.com
Writers of the Valley
The Trout Lake Arts Council is excited to present Writers of the Valley, a community event celebrating local voices and stories. This special gathering will feature readings by local writers followed by a Q&A with the audience, offering an opportunity for connection, dialogue, and inspiration.
📣 Call for Writers:
We are seeking local writers interested in showcasing their work at this event. Whether you write fiction, poetry, essays, or memoir, this is a wonderful chance to share your words and connect with the community.
Road to Trout Lake Open Studio Tour
This special weekend will open the doors to creativity, giving visitors the opportunity to explore artist studios in Trout Lake and along the route to Trout Lake. It’s a chance to showcase your process, share your work, and connect directly with the community and visitors.
Who Can Apply:
Artists who live in Trout Lake
Artists who live on the way to Trout Lake
If you are a local artist and would like to be part of this event, please contact: tlartscouncil@gmail.com
Come be part of this vibrant celebration of local art and community!
Trout Lake Art Pop-up Gallery
Trout Lake Art Pop-Up Gallery
Join us for a special weekend celebrating local artists at the Trout Lake Art Pop-Up Gallery! This unique event showcases the creativity of regional artists, offering an opportunity to experience and purchase one-of-a-kind artwork while supporting our vibrant arts community.
3rd Annual Writers from the valley
3rd Annual Writers from the Valley – A Celebration of Local Literary Talent
The Trout Lake Arts Council invites you to an afternoon of storytelling, creativity, and community at the 3rd Annual Writers from the Valley event. Whether you’re an avid reader, an aspiring writer, or simply someone who enjoys good conversation and local talent, this gathering promises to be an enriching experience.
Unlikely Heroes!
Unlikely Heroes!
Myths, Tales and Fables of Characters Small in Size But Big and Bold in spirit.
Join master storyteller Will Hornyak on a wild journey of imagination with unforgettable characters and memorable plots and predicaments celebrating the enduring spirit of pluck and perseverance within us all.
About the Storyteller
Will Hornyak is a nationally recognized storyteller who performs at festivals, theatres, schools and colleges throughout the United States.
From Irish myths and Russian fairytales to Northwest tall tales and Mexican fables Will weaves a wide web of oral traditions into thoughtful, engaging, spell-binding performances. Not to be missed!
Chorus Chorus Chorus… TLAC Annual Fundraiser
The Trout Lake Arts Council presents an evening of family fun and music to benefit Trout Lake School's music program. October 20, 2024 from 4-5:30, peruse the auction and raffle items, enjoy the usual food and beverage options, and listen to music courtesy of Tony Fuentes and the Trout Lake Picking Circle. Come by the TLAC Photobooth and do a costume for a memorable photo op. Also, Trout Lake ArtSmart will have a mural for young people to help decorate. From 5:30-6:00, we will gather the little ones to listen to interactive storytelling. Lastly, from 6-7 after the raffle and auction winners are announced, join Lincoln Crockett in a large group sing-along. Don't worry if you don't know the song, we will be learning it together. We will round out the evening with a final door prize not to be missed.
Explore the Chromatic Universe of Mushroom Pigments, Paints & Inks
Learn how to coax a myriad of colors from mushrooms and extract their pigments to make paints and inks perfect for any artist. In class we will unlock the pigments of commonly found Pacific Northwest dye mushrooms. We will cover the lake making process which is a great way to extract pigment from dye baths, and convert the pigment into a solution for painting and printing. Learn the process of making inks and play with mixing pigments into paints by exploring different ways to mix, bind and apply the pigment with natural materials so you can continue your exploration in more depth on your own. Everyone will leave with their own mushroom ink and a mushroom painted bookmark.