Special Events

Click on each event below to read more!  We will hopefully be adding more events soon.  Visit our CLASSES page to see a full list of class descriptions and registration instructions.

Past Events

Nostalgia
The Way We Were...Art inspired by Nostalgia. To kick off the new year we'll be taking a look back with fine artwork and subject matter that warms our hearts and brings back memories of our younger selves. We are calling this "The Way We Were..." Art inspired by Nostalgia. Date: Thursday, January 11, 2024
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Artists Sunday is celebrated between Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday. Artists Sunday is dedicated to encouraging consumers to shop with artists and give something special, unique, and hand-crafted this holiday season.
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Gifts from the heART
Holiday Open House Weekend Join us for artist demonstrations during our annual open house weekend event. The Gallery will be full of festive surprises. Come shop local and support our Gifts from the HeART show and sale. Friday - Sunday, Nov 24 - 26.
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Georgia Color Plein Air
Georgia Color Plein Air is a four-day experience, presented by Olmsted Arts in partnership with The Artisans Village Guild. It celebrates the tradition of painting outdoors and depicts the dramatic and distinct locales and landscapes in Georgia. This is a juried event exclusively for Georgia artists. Fresh paintings will be added each day to the pop-up Gallery at Barrel 118! Enjoy Artist Demonstrations, Talks and Gallery Walks, and other activities in Madison, Greensboro and Eatonton! October 19 - 22, 2023
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Dual Vision Pumpkin painting class
Pumpkin Pillow Painting Gourd vibes only with this pumpkin pillow project! This mini-lesson is beginner friendly, easily completed in one hour, and sure to impress your fall lovin' friends. All supplies are included with the exception of a pillow insert.  NOTE: Location: Barrel 118 (one block from The Artisans Village) Instructor: April Hendricks Date: Saturday, September 16, 2023 two class times available!
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happy hour
Bourbon Tasting Experience at Barrel 118 EVENT WILL BE RESCHEDULED> Join us for Happy Hour instead! No ticket purchase required. Click for details. Date: Friday, September 15.
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Dual Vision 2023
Dual Vision: Art Through Different Eyes Save the date! Opening Reception at Barrel 118 on Thursday, September 14. And a Happy Hour event on September 15. Click for details!
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Fluid
Opening night reception and sale for the new Gallery event, "FLUID." Artists were challenged to create new pieces with this word/theme in mind. Come see the new artwork and meet some of the local artists! Thursday, July 13 from 4 - 7 PM.
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Join us for an art talk with local artists Cathy McIntire and Debbie Anderson. They will discuss what to look for when buying art, including how to start a collection, original art vs. prints, framing, and much more! FREE EVENT! Date: Saturday, May 13 from 3 - 5 pm.
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Art & Wine Tasting at Barrel 118 Enjoy The Lake Country Juried Art Show and a fabulous Wine Tasting event! Click to learn more. DATE: Friday, May 12 from 6 - 10 pm
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