SEQUIM — The First Friday Art Walk in Sequim is on a trek to boldly go where no art walk has gone before.
Art Walk is a free self-guided tour that leads participants to local art venues in Sequim on the First Friday of every month.
The color theme of this evening’s Art Walk is blue to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Star Trek franchise, said Renne Emiko Brock, who sponsors and produces the event.
“The Man Trap,” the first episode of “Star Trek: The Original Series,” debuted Sept. 8, 1966, according to imdb.com. The show spawned a franchise of additional television series and a variety of theatrical films.
“This September celebrates Star Trek’s 50th Anniversary reminding us all to go boldly and to work together for a positive future,” Brock said.
“Blue is strong and honest — full of professionalism, ambition, responsibility and building alliances.”
The shade can also be “dreamy, peaceful and hopeful,” Brock said.
Brock encourages attendees to wear blue clothing when exploring the various shops and events.
“You will find works of art and folks supporting the option to dress in shades of blue or representations of lofty and loyal aspirations as they enjoy an evening on the town with friends and family,” she said.
Art Walk will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Visit www.sequimartwalk.com to download a map of participating venues.
Here’s a cross section of events:
• 1st Security Bank, 114 S. Sequim Ave., at 6 tonight will host a reception for photographer Jan Kepley, whose photographs will be on display at the bank during regular hours through December.
• Blue Whole Gallery, 129 W. Washington St., during Art Walk will host a meet and greet for artists Lynne Armstrong and Steve Wry, whose works are on display this month.
Armstrong works in oil, watercolor, acrylic and clay, while Wry works in ceramics.
• The Museum and Arts Center, 175 W. Cedar St., during Art Walk will feature “Happiness Is,” a photographic exhibition by Witta Priester, and ceramic and glass works by Jeff Becker.
Other artwork on display will include panoramas by photographer Roy Kropp.
• Olympic Theater Arts, 414 N. Sequim Ave., during art walk will feature a performance by musician Dennis Blair, who plays a 12-string guitar.
• The Bag Ladies, 167 W. Washington St., during Art Walk will feature handmade artwork made of recycled materials.
• Wind Rose Cellars, 143 W. Washington St., during art walk will host live music by Jen Tal and the HuZBand.
Artist Mike Pace will be in attendance.
