Monday, August 16, 2010

It's the Market at Serendip's One-Year Anniversary in Powell!! Because you're a special friend and supporter of Serendip, you're invited to our best-yet private party to celebrate with us. We'll offer the usual food and spirits, interesting company, and lots of wonderful discounts on the work of local artists-- new choices and your usual favorites. Bring a friend, and you'll both receive a free gift; enter for a drawing for extra-special art!

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

MEET THE ARTIST - ROCCO PISTO

Saturday, August 7, is the Artists' Reception for Rocco Pisto's one man show, entitled Organic Vibrations. The show will be on display for a month, but please stop on Saturday between 6:00-9:00 p.m. to meet the artist and enjoy some refreshments.

I've really fallen behind...

My apologies, all! I've not been posting to the blog like I want to; mostly because we've been enormously busy bringing in fantastic new artists and hosting great events!!

Watch for updated blog posts featuring Barbara Crockett's turned wood toys, art, and household items; fantastical and fantastic stoneware jars by Glenn Seabloom; turned wood boxes, vases, jars, and assymetrical sculptures by Jim Burrowes; new photographic greeting cards and vibrant children's decor; and so much more!!

I promise to be more reliable about posting all our wonderful news, if you promise to follow!!

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

We're Moving (Blogs)

It's been an exciting year for The Market at Serendip! First we moved from Dublin to Powell in order to expand our offerings to you, our customer.

Now, we are announcing a new Blog location. We are trying to make everything as simple for you. Please follow us in our streamlined Social Media locations:


As always, you can email us with questions or comments (or to get onto our mailing list!)

Thank you for growing with us! We hope to see you soon.

Thursday, February 25, 2010

FINAL FRIDAY, 2/26/10!!

Join artists and friends at our February Final Friday event from 5:00-9:00 p.m.! Enjoy some snacks and libations, great company, and special one-night-only discounts on select items.

This is also a great opportunity to see the work of February's newest artists:




Rocco Pisto Watercolors







Little Store Quilts









Jason Burke











Adore-Jules Jewelry

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Serendip Artist is a Star!!

Amy Gaspard's intricate beaded flowers, trees, and accessories are featured at The Market at Serendip. Amy was recently notified that she was a Finalist in Fire Mountain Gems' 2009 Crystallized (TM) Swarovski Elements Contest.

Amy's entry, a glimmering wire-and-crystal cherry tree, is fashioned from pink and crystal Swarovskis and various colored seed beads, and brown-colored copper wire, attached to a moss-covered stone base.

The Market at Serendip is proud to be associated with this fine artist! Congratulations, Amy!

Monday, February 8, 2010

More Cork and Canvas Classes at Serendip!

We just received the February and March schedule for Jennifer Float's popular Cork and Canvas painting classes!

Jen's classes are designed for everyone-- from those who've never painted to artists who just want to try something new. She'll walk you through every step to create your own masterpiece to take home with you! Even better, you'll enjoy every minute of the process!

Class fee for each class is $40, and includes all the materials you need. Wear old clothes, and bring a snack and your drink of choice, gather up your friends, and get ready for some wonderful, creative fun!





Vino


Saturday, February 13, noon-3:00

Thursday, February 18, 6:00-9:00 p.m.














Bloom (colors can be personalized)


Saturday, February 27, noon-3:00

Thursday, March 18, 6:00-8:30 p.m.















LeFleur


Saturday, March 13, noon-3:00













My Starry Night


Thursday, March 4, 6-8:30 p.m.

Saturday, January 30, 2010

CALL FOR ARTISTS!!


Announcing an AMAZING event coming to
the Market at Serendip:

ART SQUARED
Friday, March 26th
6 o'clock pm


A juried visual art show for new, emerging and established artists!
Located in Historic Downtown Powell, The Market at Serendip is a co operative of working artists of all mediums and currently represents over 40 artists.

Art Squared is a unique visual art show. We welcome painters, mixed media and photography to the show. All artwork will be displayed at The Market at Serendip for one month.
During this time all artwork is available for sale. All proceeds go directly to the artist.

Call or email us for more details and an application form, or access the form at

Monday, January 25, 2010

CELTIC NATURALS COORDINATES DONATIONS FOR HAITI

Angela Buckley of Celtic Naturals has set up a collection point at the Market at Serendip for Clean the World.

Clean the World accepts left over soaps and shampoos, including the little hotel soaps and shampoos. They reprocess the used items, but take full donations of unused items as well. They also accept monetary donations. Checks should be made out to Clean the World.

Celtic Naturals has offered to package the donations and pay for shipping them to the organization for distribution to Haiti. We'd like to have donations collected by Friday, so please stop by!
for more info, check here:www.cleantheworld.org
Thanks for your help!

Saturday, January 9, 2010

WOO-HOO! New Painting Classes are Scheduled!

Serendip member Jennifer Float has scheduled two more of her popular Mixed Media painting classes!!

These are adult beginner classes; no experience required! All materials will be provided to paint your own 16" x 18" painting. The $40 fee is paid at registration-- and register soon, as these classes fill very quickly!

Gather up your friends, wear old clothes, and get ready to have a GREAT time creating your masterpiece.

First is another Cork and Canvas class, on Thursday, January 21, from 6:30-8:30. Get your creative juices flowing by bringing a snack and a bottle of wine, if you'd like!

Next will be Coffee and Canvas, on Saturday, January 30, from 12-3. If you'd like to bring a snack, we'll provide the coffee.

Call or email and reserve your spot!


Wednesday, December 16, 2009

CHASE AWAY WINTER BREAK BOREDOM!

How long after Christmas will it be till the kids start saying "WE'RE BORED"?? Well, Serendip has a plan to help prevent that.



We'll be offering three children's classes for the week after Christmas.



Monday, December 28, Kids Kandlemaking. From 11:oo a.m. to noon, Angela Buckley will teach kids from ages 4-14 a safe and easy way to make rolled beeswax candles, and the kids will take their creations home! Cost is $12 per participant, and all materials will be provided.



Tuesday, December 29, frm 1:30-3:00, is Laura Neal's Kids Can Bead Class. Children aged 8 and up will learn to make a memory wire bracelet and an optional memory wire necklace. Cost is $12 for each child, or $20 each if they want to make a necklace, also. Laura will provide all the materials, but if the student has a special charm or bead to use, they should bring it along.



On Wednesday, December 30, from 2:00-3:30: Teresa Morbitzer's Winter Wonderland Watercolor class will teach children aged 6-12 masking and wash techniques. Students will take home their painting of a forest of birch trees. Class costs $25 dolloars, plus a $5 supply fee.



All three of these classes require pre-registration, so be sure to call or email to hold a place for your young artists!!

Sunday, November 29, 2009

ELEGANT EMBELLISHMENTS

Sunday, 11/29, Noon-4:00 p.m. Florist Quality Bow Tying and Demonstration. Serendip's Susie Lowder, veteran professional floral designer, will offer free bow tying (up to 5 bows per person) and demonstration for those who want to learn! Bring in your own ribbon from any local craft store, or purchase from a limited amount available at Serendip. Susie will tie your bows while you watch (or while you browse the truly unique art & gift items and art available at Serendip!).

Saturday, October 31, 2009

OH, WHAT A NIGHT

Wow! Last night's Final Friday-- Serendip's first ever-- was a huge success. Some of our favorite customers, plus some new ones, joined us for wonderful autumn snacks and great sales. Many must-have items were discounted for the evening, and we took the occasion to welcome the addition of two more artists: Doug and Cheryl Kneisley, and Mandij's Toffee.


Cheryl and Doug Kneisley offer for your pleasure brilliant underwater photography. The Kneisleys have captured colorful ocean life on film throughout many tropical dives, and have brought these refreshing and vivid images to The Market at Serendip.



Another addition is Mandij's Toffee; a delectable hand-created confection perfect for gift giving or your own secret pleasure. Just wait till you taste it!!




Photos by Candice McMurphy.

Friday, October 23, 2009

A FABULOUS WAY TO SPEND FRIDAY EVENING!!

On Friday, October 30, Serendip will launch our newest ongoing event: FINAL FRIDAY!! From 5:00 to 9:00, come to the shop for a late night of shopping at the area's most exciting new market! We'll be offering 10% off anything with an orange tag (and there's a bunch of them!), and the serendipitous additional treats of autumn libations, music, and fun. We're planning this to be a monthly event, so start planning ahead! Meanwhile, plan to join us on the 30th for a lovely evening of great shopping, conversation, and relaxation!

FINAL FRIDAY
OCTOBER 30
OPEN LATE UNTIL 9:00 P.M.
10% off all orange-tagged items

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!

For one more limited engagement, Madame de la Foss will entertain and amaze you with her tarot readings and astragalomancy game of Lots of Fun. Come in Saturday, 10/24, from 3-5, for fun fortunes, refreshments, and to get in the Halloween spirit (you should pardon the pun).

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

October Occasions

Spooky Fortunes on Saturday, Oct. 17: Dolli van Fossen will entertain all comers with tarot readings and fortune telling using her Lots of Fun game. From 4-6, come to Serendip (and send your friends!) for refreshments and fun; it's a great way to get prepared for the Powell Community Bonfire that night!

ART CLASS... Jennifer Float will teach a painting class Friday, 10/23, 6-8pm. This is a Beginner class; no experience required-- all materials will be provided to paint your own 16" x 18" painting! $40 instruction fee paid at time of registration... and register soon, as the class will fill quickly!

On October 22, Angela will do another Apple Spice Facial Night from 7-9. This is a great way to learn all-natural methods for skin care, and will be fun besides. Cost is only $25; refreshments as always...

Andrea Gorzitze has displayed some of her unique knitted scarves in vibrant colors and kitten-soft, luxurious yarns. Just in time for cooler weather!! We just received some cute magnets by Daisy Mae designs; these come in almost any design you can think of, and are extra-strong magnets for your refrigerator or memo board, holding up to 6 pieces of paper at a time. We have lots more Halloween goodies in stock now, so you'll have decor for anywhere you need a bit of seasonal flair!

So stop in to The Market at Serendip soon, and sign up for an event while you check out all the serendipitous surprises we have in store for you.

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

SIGN UP NOW!

Quick reminders:

There's still time to sign up for Celtic Naturals' Apple Spice Facial Night, 7:00-9:00 p.m., on October 7. Registration is $25, and the spa will be held here in The Market at Serendip.


Also, register for the BOO Scrapbook class on Thursday, October 8, from 6:30-8:30. Janelle St. Clair will host, and kids and adults will make a "Boo" Scrapbook to take home! Instruction fee is $25, and all materials will be supplied. Preregister now, then bring your scissors and white glue!

Sunday, October 4, 2009

NEWS OF NOTE FROM SERENDIP

We just installed a group of beautiful framed photographs from a collection by Jim Clemans and HK Skyba. Current offerings include hummingbirds captured mid-whir, white egrets in flight, and sibling rivalry between orioles. Stop in and see these today; they'll please the wildlife lover as well as the art admirer in you!

We now offer a selection of handmade greeting cards by Cindi Micheli. Featuring mixed media and unqiue calligraphy techniques, these cards showcase gentle humor, inspiring thoughts, and lovely art! Priced at $5.95 each-- and you'll never find a more memorable way to send your sentiments!

Autumn's very best colors are featured in the silk arrangements of Some Pretty Flowers. Currently 20% off, these everlasting arrangements and wreaths will brighten your life with their vibrant colors and distinctive style,

COMING ATTRACTIONS!
Celtic Naturals offers products that make our customers feel good, and that support healthy living and environmental sustainability-- and now, in addition to their all-natural soaps, they offer lip balms! Also, Angela from Celtic Naturals has scheduled four facial nights, where you come together with others to learn about all-natural skin care, your needs, and what you can do for yourself. The evening includes two hours of refreshing, relaxing, learning and sharing, plus refreshments! Call or email to make your reservation now!
Apple Spice Facial Night, 7:00-9:00 p.m., on October 7. Registration is $25, and the spas will be held here in The Market at Serendip.

On Thursday, October 8, from 6:30-8:30, Janelle St. Clair will host a scrapbooking class. Kids and adults will make a "Boo" Scrapbook to take home! Instruction fee is $25, and all materials will be supplied. Preregister now, then bring your scissors and white glue!

On October 11, come to The Market at Serendip for an afternoon of refreshments and the art of Susie Lowder at her Artist's Reception & Exhibition. From 1:00-5:00, Susie will be here to meet you, and we'll be displaying a large selection of her vibrant mixed media paintings.

Come in soon and check us out! You'll love the items we have in store for you!

Friday, October 2, 2009

CELTIC NATURALS FACIAL NIGHTS ARE COMING!

Angela Buckley from Celtic Naturals has scheduled four more Facial Nights at the Market at Serendip!

What is it?A Facial Night is a workshop where you come together with others to learn about all-natural skin care, your needs, and what you can do for yourself. The evening includes two hours of refreshing, relaxing, learning and sharing. Of course, there will be refreshments, also!

Please register via email or phone for one of the following sessions:

Oct 7 Apple Spice
Oct 24 Apple Spice
Nov 4 Pumpkin Harvest
Nov 19 Pumpkin Harvest


The cost is $25 per person, and each session will be held from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in Serendip's classroom.



Tuesday, September 22, 2009

RECYCLED BAG CLASS ON THURSDAY!


Do you have a teeshirt you've loved for years, and can't bear to give it up? Candice of Ethel Jayne Originals is ready to show you how to recycle it into a tote or bag-- and you can continue to love it!


The class will be held Thursday, 9/24/09, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. here at the Market at Serendip. Instruction fee is $35; bring a favorite old teeshirt or piece of clothing to upcycle, along with your sewing machine. Don't have a sewing machine? Let us know-- we'll try to arrange an extra one for you use.


Call The Market at Serendip to register, at 614-358-2784, or email us at marketatserendip@yahoo.com! You don't want to miss this!