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3MOREGARDENSAT NIGHTCONCERTSSee insidefor details!

Looking for something fun to do this summer? Stop by the MSV andcheck out the MSV Makerspace Studio. Featuring electric wheels forthrowing pottery, a kiln for firing ceramics, robotics kits, and a 3Dprinter, the Makerspace is a great place to exercise your creative spirit

Celebrate summer with the MSV atGardens at Night! A popular favorite atthe MSV, these outdoor concerts featuregreat bands, family lawn games, andfood, beer, and wine available forpurchase. is summer’s lineup featuresbands all making their Gardens at Nightdebut. Here’s the schedule for 2017: onJuly 14, Another Level brings R&B,Motown, and contemporary hits to theMSV; on August 11, go back to the '80sand '90s with retro band e RealGeniuses; cap off the summer onSeptember 8 with Eagles tribute bandAlter Eagles. anks to sponsor NavyFederal Credit Union, admission isFREE to all active-duty, National Guard,and Reserve military personnel andtheir families. Admission is always freeto MSV Members and ages 12 andunder. For all others the fee is $10.Bring a chair. No outside food/drink.Seating begins at 5:30 p.m. Gardens,galleries, and food/drink stations openat 6 p.m.; the music goes from 7 to 9 p.m. Save big on summer fun andbecome an MSV Member. Join atwww.theMSV.org today! Sponsored byNavy Federal Credit Union andShenandoah Country Q102.

September 8Alter EaglesEagles tribute band

August 11e Real Geniuses'80s, '90s and '00s retro

July 14Another LevelR&B, Motown & today’s hits

Check out the MSV MakerspaceStudio!

and bring the kids for some hands-on learning. e Makerspace isopen on a drop-in basis from 4 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday and fromnoon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $10 per adult and $5 perchild. e MSV also offers programs and workshops in theMakerspace. Look inside this calendar for details about upcomingprograms. A few spots remain in July’s Summer Art Studio for kids, aweekly Homeschool Art Studio for 5th through 8th graders begins inSeptember, and an adult pottery workshop focusing on hand-buildingand wheel-throwing techniques begins in October. As space is limited,early registration for these programs is encouraged.

If you’ve visited the MSV gardenslately, you may have noticedactivity around the gardensculptures. A statuarystabilization project is underway!Sculptures throughout thegardens are being securely resetwith deeper footings andimproved methods of anchoringthem, all in preparation for anexciting outdoor exhibition in2018. Visit the MSV to see theimprovements and stay tuned forexhibition details.

StatuaryStabilizationat the MSV

An exhibition featuring some of the world’s best contemporary animal art is on viewin the MSV through September 3, 2017. A traveling exhibition, Art and the Animalpresents a selection of more than 60 paintings, drawings, and sculptures of animalsfrom around the globe created by members of the Society of Animal Artists. e MSV display of Art and the Animal offers the public the final opportunity to seethis impressive collection of fine art. e MSV is the final venue on the exhibition’s2016–17 tour which has also included museums in Texas, New Jersey, and Kansas.e tour of Art and the Animal is directed by noted wildlife art scholar and authorDavid J. Wagner, PhD, and the exhibition’s presentation at the MSV is sponsored by92.5 WINC FM.e exhibition includes works portraying both wild and domestic animals and dozensof species are featured in the exhibition, including zebras, elephants, tigers, Atlanticpuffins, river otters, a Friesian horse, koi, an Arctic fox, brown pelicans, an armadillo,a Pacific giant octopus, kangaroo rats, and frogs. Check inside this calendar for themany programs—such as gallery talks, kids’ story time, birdwatching, an animalphotography workshop, and a “paint your pet” workshop—beingoffered for all ages in conjunction with Art and the Animal!

Right: On the Inside Looking Out (western lowland gorilla) by Carrie Heiberger Cook.

FREE Evening Admission HoursOn Wednesdayanks to a generous gi from builder Howard Shockey & Sons, Inc.,the MSV is able to once again offer free admission to its seven-acregardens, Glen Burnie House, and exhibitions every Wednesday from10 a.m. until 8 p.m. through August 30. ese free summertimeevening hours are an expansion of the MSV’s year-round freeWednesday admission program also made possible by HowardShockey & Sons, Inc. Since the program’s inception in 2014, more than18,000 people have visited the MSV on Wednesdays free of charge. Sostop by the MSV this summer to enjoy theseWednesday evening hours. Picnics welcome!

Under the Appalachian SkyThe Paintings of Barry Vance

On view in the MSV ShenandoahValley Gallery from August 26through June 3, 2018, Under theAppalachian Sky: e Paintings ofBarry Vance explores life in theAppalachian Mountains ofVirginia and West Virginia. ArtistBarry Vance’s ancestors settlednear the headwaters of FrederickCounty’s Opequon Creek in 1735.His family heritage and personalconnection to the land areunderlying themes in all of hisworks. Oen sketching andpainting from memory, thepaintings on view in Under theAppalachian Sky blend culturaland natural elements from variouscommunities throughout theShenandoah Valley. Vance worksfrom his studios in Winchester,Virginia, and Brandywine, WestVirginia, to create magnificentpaintings that combine hisadmiration of the landscape with the past and present of thebackcountry. e MSV display of Under the Appalachian Sky has beenpartially funded by the Woltz–Winchester Foundation.

Potomac Highland Spring, 2008, by Barry Vance.

Morning Garden WalkThursday, July 6 • 9–10 a.m.Take a garden tour with MSV Director ofGardens Perry Mathewes before the groundsopen to the public. Perry will highlightseasonal blooms and new garden happenings. Free to MSV Members; all others: $10 (includes MSVadmission). Registration required by July 5. Visitwww.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.Meet at the garden entrance. Walk-ins welcome asspace permits

Gallery Talk:Art and the AnimalFriday, July 7 or Sunday, July 9 • 2–3 p.m.Explore works in the exhibition Art and theAnimal during this talk with MSV DeputyDirector of Arts and Education Nancy Huth. Free to MSV Members; all others: $10 (includes MSVadmission). Registration required by July 5 or 7; visitwww.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.

Birdwatching Walk & TalkSaturday, July 15 or Thursday, July 208:30 a.m.–noonBring your binoculars and explore bird life onthe MSV grounds with NorthernShenandoah Valley Audubon SocietyPresident Jim Smith. e session willconclude with an illustrated presentationabout bird identification. Free to MSV and Audubon Society Members; allothers: $10 (includes MSV admission). Registrationrequired by July 13 or 18; visit www.theMSV.org orcall 540-662-1473, ext. 240. Space is limited. Meetin the Museum Lobby. Rain date: Sunday, July 16 orFriday, July 21.

Garden Stroller Stroll Wednesday, July 19 • 10–10:30 a.m.Learn about, collect, and share seeds as youexplore the gardens with MSV HorticulturistChantal Ludder on this casual walking tour

for adults with their in-stroller or front-carrier companions (ages 3 & under). Free. Meet at the garden entrance. Programcancelled during inclement weather. MSVadmission is free on Wednesday thanks tocorporate partner Howard Shockey & Sons, Inc.

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Summer Art StudioYouth: July 10–14 Kids: Monday–Friday, July 24–289 a.m.–noonDuring this week-long summer camp, kids(rising 1st through 4th graders) will createoriginal art while learning to work with awide variety of materials. Participants willexplore the MSV exhibitions for inspirationand use the fully equipped MakerspaceStudio. Supplies included; beginners welcome. MSV Members $100; all others: $120 (get a studentMembership for $15). Registration required byWednesday, July 5, and Wednesday, July 19; visitwww.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.

Tiny Tales Story Time:Animals, AnimalsWednesday, July 12 • 11–11:30 a.m.In celebration of the MSV exhibition Art andthe Animal, hear stories about animals read byAimee Gangai, Handley Library youthservices librarian, in the Glen Burnie House.For ages 2 to 5 with an adult. Aer story time,visit the MSV Changing Exhibitions Galleryto see paintings, drawings, and sculptures ofanimals from all over the world. Free. Registration not required. Admission is free onWednesday thanks to corporate partner HowardShockey & Sons, Inc.

Meet the Artist: Anita BaarnsThursday, July 13 • 2–3 p.m.Meet award-winning artist Anita Baarns—whose painting is featured in the exhibitionArt and the Animal—during this aernoonQ&A session in the gallery. MSV Members: free; all others: $10 (includes MSVadmission). Registration required by July 11; visitwww.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.Walk-ins welcome as space permits.

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Another LevelFriday, July 14 • 6–9 p.m.Dance to the ultimate mix of party music,R&B hits, Motown classics, and today’sfavorites. Beer, wine, and food will beavailable for purchase. Bring your ownchair. Seating begins at 5:30 p.m.Galleries, gardens, and food/drinkstations open at 6 p.m.; family lawngames are offered from 6 to 8 p.m. andthe music goes from 7 to 9 p.m.Free to MSV Members, ages 12 & under, andactive military and Reserve personnel and theirfamilies (ID required); all others: $10. No outsidefood/drink. Rain/shine. Sponsored by NavyFederal Credit Union and ShenandoahCountry Q102.

Glen Burnie DaySaturday, July 22 • 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Enjoy free admission to the MSV onthis special day. Take in a free antiqueand modified car show coordinated bythe Shenandoah Region AntiqueAutomobile Club of America (10 a.m.–3 p.m.), bring the family for freechildren’s activities (all day), and watchthe live assembly of a Model T Ford(1 p.m.). Food from 3Fires Oven will beavailable for purchase.Admission and activities are free to all. Carowners interested in participating in the carshow may find registration forms atwww.theMSV.org. Sponsored by Don Beyer Volvo andVW of Winchester.

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Tiny Tales StoryTime: Animals,Animals 11–11:30 a.m. H ☺

Gardens at Night:Another Level6–9 p.m. FM ☺

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Don’t miss Dynamics of Desire: e Evocative Works of Jim Costello. e exhibition is on view through July 30 at the MSV.

Wildlife Center. Bring your own camera.Beginners welcome. Members: $20; all others: $25 (includes MSVadmission). Registration required by August 2. Visitwww.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.Space limited. Meet at the garden entrance. Aportion of program proceeds will benefit the BlueRidge Wildlife Center. Rain date: August 6.

Tiny Tales Story Time:Peas & CarrotsWednesday, August 9 • 11–11:30 a.m.Enjoy stories about healthy food and snacksfrom the garden read by Aimee Gangai,Handley Library youth services librarian, inthe Glen Burnie House. For ages 2 to 5 withan adult and held in the Glen Burnie House.Plan to explore the MSV Vegetable Gardenaer story time.Free. Registration not required. Admission is free onWednesday thanks to corporate partner HowardShockey & Sons, Inc.

Garden Explorers:Useful PlantsTuesday, August 15 or Saturday, August 1910:30 a.m.–noon Ages 4 to 10 will explore the MSV VegetableGarden, learn about using plants as food,clothing, and natural dyes, and thenexperiment with creative ways to usecommon garden produce.MSV Members: $3 per child; all others: $5 per child;adults (must accompany children): free. Pre-registerat www.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.Space is limited; pre-registration stronglyencouraged. Meet at the garden entrance.Sponsored by Winchester Casket Company.

Garden Stroller StrollWednesday, August 16 • 10–10:30 a.m.Tour the MSV’s formal gardens during thismorning stroll for adults with their in-strolleror front-carrier companions (ages 3 & under).See what’s in bloom and learn about child-friendly plants suitable for your own garden. Free. Meet at the garden entrance. Programcancelled during inclement weather. Admission isfree on Wednesday thanks to corporate partnerHoward Shockey & Sons, Inc.

Morning Garden WalkThursday, August 3 • 9–10 a.m.Take a morning garden tour with MSVDirector of Gardens Perry Mathewes beforethe grounds open to the public. Perry willhighlight seasonal blooms and detail newgarden happenings. Free to MSV Members; all others: $10 (includes MSVadmission). Registration required by August 2. Visitwww.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.Meet at the garden entrance. Walk-ins welcome asspace permits.

Adult Workshop:Animal PhotographySaturday, August 5 • 10 a.m.–noon or 1–3 p.m.Learn animal photography basics withphotographer and instructor James Norman.Participants will photograph animals andwildlife found within the MSV gardens alongwith rescued animals from the Blue Ridge

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Adult Makerspace Night: Paint Your PetFriday, August 18 • 6–8:30 p.m. In celebration of the Art and the Animalexhibition, learn how to create a lastingportrait of your favorite furry friend. Bring aclear, up-close, and well-lit photo of your petand receive stroke-by-stroke instructionsfrom art teacher Megan Caldwell on how topaint a picture of your pet. Supplies provided. MSV Members: $40; all others: $45 (includes MSVadmission and one drink ticket). Registrationrequired by August 14; visit www.theMSV.org or call540-662-1473, ext. 240. Beer and wine will beavailable for purchase ($4). ID required.

Smithsonian AnimalConservation TalkWednesday, August 23 • 6–7 p.m.Join Dr. Peter Leimgruber, head of the

Conservation Ecology Center at theSmithsonian Conservation Biology Institute(SCBI) in Front Royal, Virginia, for a talk onanimal conservation, the role of the SCBI, andits efforts in field-based animal conservation. Free. Registration required by August 21; visitwww.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.Walk-ins welcome as space permits.

Bluemont at the MSV:Martinsburg Jazz OrchestraFriday, August 25 • 7:30 p.m.Enjoy an evening of jazz music performed bythe Martinsburg Jazz Orchestra, aparticipating band of the Bluemont concertseries. Local food, wine, and baked goodsavailable for purchase. Bring your own chair.Bluemont Friends & seniors: $4; ages 12 & under: $2; all others: $5. No outside food or drink. Rain orshine.

Exhibition Opening ReceptionSaturday, August 26 • 7–9 p.m.Celebrate the opening of Under theAppalachian Sky: e Paintings of Barry Vanceand meet artist Barry Vance at this specialevening reception. Free to MSV Members; all others: $20 (cash bar).Registration required by August 23; visitwww.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 213.

e Real GeniusesFriday, August 11 • 6–9 p.m.Go retro to the '80s '90s and the '00s withe Real Geniuses. Beer, wine, and foodwill be available for purchase. Bring yourown chair. Seating begins at 5:30 p.m.Galleries, gardens, and food/drinkstations open at 6 p.m.; family lawngames are offered from 6 to 8 p.m. andthe music goes from 7 to 9 p.m.Free to MSV Members, ages 12 & under, andactive military and Reserve personnel and theirfamilies (ID required); all others: $10. No outsidefood/drink. Rain/shine. Sponsored by Navy

Federal Credit Unionand ShenandoahCountry Q102.

Save Big on Summer Fun!Become an MSV Member and see

Gardens at Night for FREE! Membersalso receive free year-round generaladmission, invitations to exhibition

receptions, and discounts on programsand workshops! Joining is easy. Sign up

on www.theMSV.org today.

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Garden Explorers:Useful Plants 10:30 a.m.–noon $ R ☺


Bluemont at theMSV: MartinsburgJazz Orchestra 7:30 p.m. $ ☺

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Homeschool Art StudioWednesdays, September 6–November 810 a.m.–noon Young artists (5th–8th graders) will developand build upon their art-making skills,knowledge of art materials, andunderstanding of the visual arts during thisten-week program in a fully equipped studio.MSV Members: $160; all others: $180 (get a StudentMembership for $15!). Registration required byAugust 31; visit www.theMSV.org or call540-662-1473, ext. 240.

Morning Garden WalkThursday, September 7 • 9–10 a.m.Take a morning garden tour with MSVDirector of Gardens Perry Mathewes beforethe grounds open to the public. Perry willhighlight seasonal blooms and detail newgarden happenings.

Free to MSV Members; all others: $10 (includes MSVadmission). Registration required by September 6.Visit www.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext.240. Meet at the garden entrance. Walk-inswelcome as space permits.

Adult Workshop:Seed Collecting 101Saturday, September 9 • 1–2:30 pmLearn how to properly collect, clean, andpackage seeds from annual and vegetableplants with MSV Horticulturist ChantalLudder. Tour the gardens while collectingseeds and take home five seed packets ofyour choice.MSV Members: $15; all others: $20 (includes MSVadmission). Registration required by September 6;visit www.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.Meet at the garden entrance.

MSV Garden eatre:As You Like ItSundays, September 10, 17 & 24 • 4–7:30 p.m.Bring a picnic and enjoy a unique ‘Civil War’twist on Shakespeare’s As You Like It

Tiny Tales Story Time:See the WorldWednesday, September 13 • 11–11:30 a.m.Enjoy stories about different places aroundthe world read by Aimee Gangai, HandleyLibrary youth services librarian, in the GlenBurnie House. For ages 2 to 5 with an adult. Free. Registration not required. Admission is free onWednesday thanks to corporate partner HowardShockey & Sons, Inc.

MSV Business ForumLuncheonThursday, September 1411 a.m.–1:30 p.m.Featuring networkingand lunch, the ninthannual MSV BusinessForum Luncheon will behighlighted by a

performed on the lawn of the Glen BurnieHouse. Play begins at 4 p.m.MSV Members, SU Faculty and Students: $10; allothers: $15. Purchase tickets online or at the door;visit www.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.

presentation from Della Britton, presidentand CEO of the Jackie Robinson Foundation,that will focus on the life and legacy ofbaseball great Jackie Robinson, hiscommitment to civic engagement, and theimportance of corporate responsibility incommunities. Registration is required. For more information aboutthis event, contact Kari Reed, MSV annual giving &donor relations manager, at [email protected] or540-662-1473, ext. 217.Sponsored by Swift Run Capital.

Garden Explorers:TreesSaturday, September 16 or Tuesday,September 19 • 10:30 a.m.–noon Ages 4 to 10 will take a guided tour of theMSV gardens to learn about trees, to find outwhere trees grow, and learn how to tell treesapart. Participants will also create originalworks of art using tree rubbings and prints. MSV Members: $3 per child; all others: $5 per child;adults (must accompany children): free. Pre-registerat www.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473,ext. 240. Walk-ins welcome as spacepermits. Meet at the garden entrance.Sponsored by Winchester Casket Company.

Alter EaglesFriday, September 8 • 6–9 p.m.Take it to the limit with Eagles tribute band AlterEagles. Beer, wine, and food will be available forpurchase. Bring your own chair. Seating beginsat 5:30 p.m. Galleries, gardens, and food/drinkstations open at 6 p.m.; family lawn games areoffered from 6 to 8 p.m. and the music goesfrom 7 to 9 p.m.Free to MSV Members, ages 12 & under, and activemilitary and Reserve personnel and their families(ID required); all others: $10. No outside food/drink.Rain/shine. Sponsored by Navy Federal CreditUnion and Shenandoah Country Q102.

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Artist’s Reception:Radford WineSunday, September 16 • 7:30 p.m.Enjoy an exclusive eveningin the Glen Burnie Housewith Shenandoah Valleyartist Radford Wine as heengages in informaldiscussion about his worksin the exhibition Tones ofa New Day: e Works ofRadford Wine. On view in the Glen BurnieDrawing Room through December 31, Tonesof a New Day features landscapes,waterscapes, and paint-decorated furniture. Registration is required. For more information aboutthis event contact Sherry Hudson, MSV foundation,corporate & member relations manager, [email protected] or 540-662-1473, ext. 211.Sponsored by WaterStreet Financial.

Eye of the Curator:A Carousel Horse Friday, September 22 • 2–2:45 p.m.Learn how to examine objects like a curatorin this new program series led by MSVCurator of Collections Nick Powers. DuringSeptember’s program, Nick will discuss anineteenth-century carousel horse made byJames W. Sheetz, examine its construction,and explore its details and embellishments. Free to Members; all others: $10 (includes MSVadmission). Registration required by September 20;visit www.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.Space is limited.

MSV Woods WalkSaturday, September 30 • 9–10:30 a.m.At 214 acres, the MSV is the largest greenspace in the city of Winchester. Take abehind-the-scenes tour of the MSV propertywith Director of Gardens Perry Mathewes.Explore the woods and terrain not normallyaccessible to the public and discover moreabout the landscape that surrounds ourcommunity. MSV Members $5; all others: $15 (includes MSVadmission). Registration required by September 28;visit www.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.Meet at the Museum entrance. Rain date: October 1.

Garden Stroller StrollWednesday, September 2010–10:30 a.m.Learn how and where to plant bulbs as youexplore the gardens with MSV HorticulturistChantal Ludder on this casual walking tourfor adults with their in-stroller or front-carrier companions (ages 3 & under). Free. Registration not required. Admission is free onWednesday thanks to corporate partner HowardShockey & Sons, Inc.

Glen Burnie Salon Series:Julian Schwarz withMarika BournakiThursday, September 21 • 6–8 p.m.A performance by cellist Julian Schwarz andpianist Marika Bournaki will highlight thisspecial evening in the Glen Burnie House.Mingle, enjoy wine and cheese, and tour thehouse and gardens from 6 to 7 p.m.; musicbegins in the drawing room at 7 p.m.MSV Members, SU students & faculty: $20; allothers: $30. Register by September 18; visitwww.theMSV.org or call 540-662-1473 ext. 240.Sponsored by AirPac

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e MSV Changing Exhibitions Gallery will be filled with vibrant watercolor works thisfall! e Virginia Watercolor Society’s 38th Annual Exhibition will be on view in theMSV from October 14 through January 7, 2018. Mark your calendars for the exhibitionopening reception on October 13; details will be posted on www.theMSV.org andinvitations will be mailed in early September. Along with the display of exceptionalworks of art by Virginia’s best watercolor artists, this exhibition will be accompanied bysome outstanding educational programs. See the “Looking Ahead” section of thiscalendar for information about October’s adult watercolor workshop focusing onabstract design and watch www.theMSV.org for more program listings.

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Glen Burnie SalonSeries: JulianSchwarz withMarika Bournaki 6–8 p.m. $ R

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SEPTEMBERSing Hotel California at Gardens at Night. Learn to collect seeds. Enjoy garden theater. Listen to a cello in Glen Burnie. ink like a curator. It’s all happening in September at the MSV.

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MSV HoursOpen Tuesday–SundayJanuary–March:

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10 a.m.–5 p.m.Closed Mondays,Thanksgiving day,December 24 & 25,and January 1.

Extended FREE Summer Hours10 a.m. to 8 p.m.on WednesdaysMay 31–August 30, 2017(includes house, gardens& galleries).

Galleries & ExhibitionsOpen year-roundHouse & GardensOpen April throughDecember.

AdmissionIncludes house, gardens& galleries. Adult: $10,youth (13–18)/senior: $8,MSV Members & ages 12& under: free.

MSV Makerspace4–7:30 p.m. Tuesday,Noon–6 p.m. Sunday.$10 adult; $5 child.

Adult Group ToursGroups of 10 or more.$8 per person.Reservations required.540-662-1473, ext. [email protected]

Student ToursGroups of 10 or more.Cost varies with tour.Reservations required.Please submit a studenttour request form atwww.theMSV.org/schools.Partial program fundingprovided by the AmericanWoodmark Foundation.

Food at the MSVLight fare and drinks areavailable for purchase inthe Museum Store.Picnics are welcome inthe gardens.

Individual and familyadmission are waivedevery Wednesday, allday, thanks to corporatepartner Howard Shockey& Sons

Discounted ratesand guided tours areavailable for adult andstudent groups of 10 ormore. Reservations arerequired for all groupsand group admissionfees apply, including onWednesdays.

Museum StoreOpen during MSV hours (admission not required).

Rose Hill Park1871 Jones Road,Winchester.Open 8 a.m.–dusk.Closed December 25.

The MSV is a proudparticipant in the NationalEndowment for the ArtsBlue Star Museumsinitiative and offers freeadmission to the nation’sservice members,including National Guardand Reserve and theirfamilies from MemorialDay through Labor Day.

During your MSV visit,you may be filmed,videotaped, and/orphotographed by anMSV employee orcontract photographer.Your attendance servesas permission for the useof your image by theMSV and its constituents.

JUST THE FACTS

Museum of the Shenandoah Valley901 Amherst Street, Winchester, Virginia, 22601 u 540-662-1473 u www.theMSV.org

is program supportsShenandoah Valley artists byproviding space where theymay organize and displayexamples of their work. Onview in the Museum’s Lewisand Glaize Halls (first floor).Free.

Artscape ExhibitionNow—July 16

Glen Burnie Salon Series:Pianist Ieva Jokubaviciute andCellist Schuyler Slack Sunday, October 29 • 6–8 p.m.A performance bypianist IevaJokubaviciutewith cellistSchuyler Slack,will highlight thisspecial evening inthe Glen BurnieHouse. Enjoyperformances ofmusic written byLudwig vanBeethoven, Zoltán Kodály, and other greats. Mingle,enjoy wine and cheese, and tour the house andgardens from 6 to 7 p.m.; music begins in thedrawing room at 7 p.m.MSV Members, SU students & faculty: $20; all others: $30(includes wine & cheese reception). Registration requiredby October 27; visit www.theMSV.org orcall 540-662-1473, ext. 240. Sponsoredby AirPac.

Adult Makerspace Workshop:PotteryWednesdays and Thursdays, October 18–November 2 • 6–7:30 p.m.Explore the art of pottery during this 3-weekprogram as you learn hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. MSV Members: $145; all others: $160 (includes supplies).Registration required by October 8; visit www.theMSV.orgor call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.

Adult Watercolor Workshop:Fun with Abstract DesignFriday, October 27 orSaturday, October 28 • 9 a.m.–3 p.m.Explore styles and techniques of watercolorpainting during this beginners’ workshop.Participants will learn about design principles,mixed-media techniques, and how to create abstracttextured works of art using Yupo paper. MSV and Virginia Watercolor Society Members: $30; allothers: $35 (includes supplies and MSV admission).Registration required by October 22; visit www.theMSV.orgor call 540-662-1473, ext. 240. Bring a sack lunch.

Organized by the ShenandoahArts Council in partnershipwith the Old TownDevelopment Board withsupport from the MSV, thisspecial display featurespaintings, photographs, andmixed-media works by morethan 30 regional artists. isdisplay is a great opportunityto see the original artworksthat are appearing on bannerscurrently on view in Old TownWinchester.

Check out www.theMSV.orgfor announcements aboutthe next Art in the Hallsdisplays. If you are a Valleyartist who is interested inhaving your work consideredfor the Art in the Hallsprogram, please send abiography, an artist’sstatement, and a few sampleimages of your work to MSVDirector of ExhibitionsCorwyn Garman [email protected].

Coloring Page: Animals at the MSV!

Animals, Animals!You can see drawings, paintings, and sculpture of all kinds of animalsin the new MSV exhibition Art and the Animal. e works in theexhibition are made by some of the world’s best animal artists. Some ofthe animals featured in the exhibition are zebras, elephants, tigers,horses, cats, dogs, frogs, and birds. You’ll even see sculptures of anoctopus and a rhinoceros. If you could draw or paint any animal,which one would you choose?

Cut here to display your artwork

Did You Know?e MSV is home to manyanimals. Look for ducks andgeese near the stream at theMuseum. Deer, rabbits,coyotes, wild turkeys, hawks,chipmunks, groundhogs,snakes, fish, and squirrels alsomake their homes here. Ask agrown up to bring you to theMSV at 11 a.m. on July 12 forTiny Tales Storytime in theGlen Burnie House. We willbe reading stories about lotsof animals.

Fish at the MSVFish have lived in the ponds at the MSVfor a long time. Last winter a pair of baldeagles living in Winchester found the fishand ate them all! We have just stockedthe ponds with 75 new golden trout andrainbow trout. Look for them when youvisit the Museum gardens!

An Elephant Under Her Bed (tiger) by John Banovich. This painting is on view in the MSV.

MSV Director of Gardens Perry Mathewes tookthis picture of a chipmunk in the Vegetable Garden. It had just snacked on some fresh strawberries fromthe garden!

This is a picture of the golden trout beingmoved into the MSV Water Garden pond.

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JULY, AUGUST & SEPTEMBER 2017 · JULY, AUGUST & SEPTEMBER 2017 901 Amherst Street Winchester, Virginia 22601 540-662-1473 Cover: Fun at Gardens at Night, photo by Shaun Galang