The 14th Annual Nantucket Folk Art & Artisan Show is underway and is helping to raise money for the Small Friends of Nantucket.Jane Miller of Small Friends said, "[We are] raising money to open a new facility. They plan on breaking ground this fall and hope to open their doors in 2008. So far, Small Friends has raised $2 million and needs to raise $1.5 million more to finish the project."The show, which began with its' preview party Thursday evening on Nobadeer Farm Road, showcases over 50 nationally and locally recognized artisans selling their wares. The cost at the door is only $10.00 per person. Francine Balling, President of Small Friends, said, "The proceeds from the door go towards the operational funding of Small Friends.""The school is really about the working parents of Nantucket,” Balling continued, “We're a full-time, year-round educational institution [that helps parents with all different kinds of jobs]." Vendors at the event included local artist David Lazarus, Island Images, and even some vendors who traveled from across the country from states like Iowa, Michigan and Indiana.Rick Pratt, owner of Around The Bend Willow Furniture, has been at the event since it began 14 years ago, said "The attendance, the quality of art, and the benefit [have all grown]."
Make sure to stop by the show on Nobadeer Farm Road for everything from copper fish to elegant weaves.
For more information on how you can help Small Friends of Nantucket call 508.228.6769.
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The Event Under the Tent is a folk art show to benefit Small Friends of Nantucket. Take a look at the preview party.
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