Step inside the Mercer Island Library
With state-of-the-art equipment, a teen lounge, and renowned art and sculptures, the 75-year-old Mercer Island Library buzzes with energy, including in the children’s den, where parents, caregivers, and wide-eyed preschoolers […]
Read moreMercer Island Teen Helps Peers Cope With Pandemic Through Art
The first weekend of the pandemic shutdown brought tough news for Mercer Island high schooler Sophia Chew. Just as her school and personal life made the sudden transition from in-person […]
Read moreSubmissions due Nov. 21st for PTA Reflections Art Contest
National PTA Reflections is America’s oldest and largest arts education program of its kind. The program was developed in 1969 by Colorado’s PTA President Mary Lou Anderson to encourage students to […]
Read moreMI Arts Council seeks your input for future arts programming on Mercer Island
The Mercer Island Arts Council is evaluating current programming and initiatives and wants to hear from the community through a brief survey. With limited resources, they want to make sure […]
Read moreMISD Fine Arts Showcase to take place March 26th & 27th
The Fine Arts Showcase annual fundraiser will take place Tuesday and Wednesday, March 26th and March 27th, from 5:30 to 9:30 pm at the Mercer Island High School. This widely […]
Read more2018-2019 PTA Reflections Art Competition Winners and Local Exhibitions
The Reflections Program is a National PTA and Washington State PTA cultural arts competition. The program provides an opportunity for students to use their creative talents by expressing themselves through […]
Read moreJapanese Taiko drummers to perform with Mercer Island High School percussionists
An exciting performance is in store for the Mercer Island community. “CHIKIRI,” featuring Ringtaro, Asako and Sohshun Tateishi, will perform Japanese Taiko drumming at the Mercer Island High School’s Performing Arts […]
Read moreYou’re Invited! “Live Out Loud” Gala Fundraiser supporting Youth Theatre Northwest
Youth Theatre Northwest (YTN) cordially invites all Mercer Island community members to attend its annual “Live Out Loud” Gala Fundraiser on March 9th, 2019. For nearly 35 years, YTN has […]
Read moreApplication period open for Mercer Island Sister City Student Exchange Program in France
The Mercer Island Sister City Association is currently accepting applications from Mercer Island High School students, in grades 9 through 11, who are interested in participating in a 10-day exchange […]
Read moreMeet the Artists behind the Mural this Thursday
The community is invited to join the Mercer Island Arts Council and the Mercer Island Parks & Recreation department for the “unveiling” of the new mural Darwin’s Dream, based on […]
Read moreMICA releases Community Visioning Report + Upcoming Report Session
Through small group conversations, large and dynamic visioning sessions, and an island-wide survey, the Mercer Island Center for the Arts (MICA) gathered the community’s ideas, concerns, and aspirations in regard […]
Read moreCaruccio's kicks off Food & Film Nights this Thursday
Caruccio’s debuts its new Food & Film Night series this Thursday with a showing of “Life is Beautiful.” This event series will take place on Thursdays from 5 to 9 […]
Read moreArt UnCorked returns tomorrow – September 7th – for a fun evening of art, wine, food, and music
The Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce’s 5th Annual Art UnCorked returns for a fun night of art, wine, food, and music – tomorrow – Friday, September 7th from 6 to […]
Read moreMICA seeks input for community survey
Over the past several months, the Mercer Island Center for the Arts (MICA) team has been engaging with Mercer Island residents about their experiences with arts and culture. They have conducted […]
Read moreOh! Chocolate to host chocolate classes for kids starting on June 27th
This summer, Oh! Chocolate Mercer Island is hosting chocolate classes for kids, ages 6 through 12, on Wednesdays and Fridays from June 27th to August 29th. Classes will start with […]
Read moreNew Wine Bar is Retirement Dream for Local Couple
When Barrels Wine Bar opens on June 20th, Mercer Island will have a new place to drink and shop for wine, and Tina and Joe Kennedy will fulfill a dream. […]
Read moreDiscover Outdoor Art on Mercer Island
Mercer Island is home to a wonderful collection of outdoor art. Some art pieces are familiar to all, like the colorful Primavera II sculpture at the east end of the […]
Read moreMICA announces new "Community Visioning Dialogue" and two upcoming visioning events
The Mercer Island Center for the Arts (MICA) recently announced their upcoming journey to discover what the Mercer Island community wants in a new space for the arts on Mercer Island. […]
Read moreCall for Artists: Mercer Island Street Banner Design Competition
The Mercer Island Arts Council and the City of Mercer Island are inviting artists and graphic designers to participate in a design competition of street banners to replace the existing banners […]
Read moreApril's First Friday Art Walk: New exhibit at Clarke & Clarke and SZ Gallery's Two-Year Anniversary Party
April’s First Friday Art Walk will be featuring two special events. Clarke & Clarke Art + Artifacts is having an opening reception for their newest exhibit, “A Feminine Touch: Innovative […]
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