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Hays Arts Council Presents: Block Party on the Bricks
Join the Hays Arts Council for the 2nd Annual Block Party on the Bricks, a downtown celebration filled with live music, art demonstrations, local food and drinks, and plenty of fun! Taking place Saturday, October 24, from 2–6 PM along The Bricks in Downtown Hays, this fundraiser brings the community together while supporting the programs and mission of the Hays Arts Council.
Volunteer? Click this link to signup!
Ticket Prices
$15 / advance
$20 / at the gate
Free admission for youth ages 12 and under
Featuring..
LIVE MUsic
Buffalo Bridge
Playing a variety of music from vintage and easy listening rock to some country and a little blues, Buffalo Bridge has been performing as a duo on and off in public settings for about 40 years.
Adrian Normandin
Catch Adrian’s acoustic side, where his original songs take center stage. He’s been sharing music from his albums — especially new tracks from his latest release, "On Track"
Sweet Remedy
Sweet Remedy is an acoustic duo that brings fun, familiar music and great energy to community events, block parties, festivals, and neighborhood gatherings. Featuring rich vocal harmonies and acoustic guitar, they perform an upbeat mix of classic rock, country, pop, and crowd favorites that audiences of all ages can enjoy.
Refuse To Say Goodbye
With a post hardcore music sound that blends harsh vocals and fast heavy guitars with melody, Refuse To Say Goodbye of Garden City, KS makes music for anyone who's felt different, left out, or just needed somewhere to belong. "We have lost way too many friends to drug abuse and other dark paths... We’ve all been saved by music and want to continue to carry that light forward anywhere we can."
Parl
Parl is a rapper and producer in Hays, KS who's drawn to hip hop for its poetry and authentic expression. "With influences such as Kendrick Lamar, Kenny Mason, and Kanye West... I put a lot of my life into my music, so the topics I explore can range from childhood and growing up to existential dread."
Martha Miller
A lifelong singer and musician who plays more than 5 instruments, Martha Miller is a teenage music performer who has been playing gigs of all genres around Hays since she was in middle school.
Art Demonstrations
Blacksmithing with Dan Schluckebier
Dan's blacksmithing demonstration will give participants a chance to see what goes into shaping hot metal. Start by heating a piece of steel in the forge and then demonstrate some of the basic techniques, such as hammering, bending, and twisting the metal. Learn about the tools and equipment, as well as some of the safety involved, while showing how the metal changes as it is worked. The main goal is to give people a chance to see blacksmithing up close and get a feel for how much can be done with a simple piece of steel, a hammer, and some heat.
The MURAL Returns!
No Space, No Problem!
Thanks to DSNWK Custom Creations, our Community Mural has gone mobile! In collaboration with the FHSU Palette Society, we’re excited to bring back our giant community mural in a new traveling format. Stop by, grab a brush, and add your own creative touch to this collaborative artwork!
Creative Arts Society
Buy prints made by students and club members from the FHSU Creative Arts Society. Additionally, CAS will offer the opportunity to create your own print from a selection of designs provided by CAS!
Did we mention that the make-your-own prints are included in your ticket price?
Weaving Connections with Amy Schmierbach
Block Party on the Bricks is teaming up with Weaving Connections, a community art project by artist and FHSU Professor of Art and Design Amy Schmierbach. More than 700 community members have already created weavings for this project, celebrating the strength and interconnectedness of our community.
Come see the community weaving installation, learn more about the project from Amy Schmierbach, and take part in a simple, hands-on art experience
Screenprinting Make & Take!
Screenprint your own piece of artwork and take it home with you! This Make & Take is easy and fun for all ages; no prior experience required. If you can push and pull, you can take a screenshot!
Did we mention that the make-your-own prints are included in your ticket price?
Watercolor Landscape Demonstration
Local artists Amy Warfield will demonstrate painting landscapes with watercolor. She'll answer questions, discuss materials, color mixing and inspirations. Attendees are invited to paint their own watercolor bookmarks!
Plein Air Oil Painting
Local artist Matt Miller captures the magic of the Block Party on the Bricks in his signature plein air style.
As he completes an oil painting of his surroundings, ask him questions and learn more about his process.
Custom Creations
DSNWK Custom Creations is bringing special, pre-cut wood kit projects to the Block Party! Stop by their booth to paint and create your own project on-site. This hands-on activity offers a glimpse into the creative work of the talented artists at Custom Creations, where people with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop their skills and share their creations with the community.
Spirit Photography with Griff
Photos from Griff — Jeff "Griff" Leiker, photographer, dad, geek, voice actor, and on-air personality for Eagle Radio, will be bringing spirit photography to the Block Party! Stop by to have your photo taken and see what creative spirit effects Griff can capture.
Free and included with your Block Party ticket!
Linlin's Little Joy Balloon Art
Linlin Wright loves creating balloon art and bringing a little joy to people through her colorful creations. At the Block Party, Linlin will be focusing on balloon roses in a variety of colors and styles. Stop by to watch a simple balloon transform into a beautiful flower and enjoy the creative process. Whether you’re curious about how balloon art is made or just want to see something fun and colorful, come by and experience a little joy!
FHSU Cartoonist Club
Create your very own mini comic with help from members of the FHSU Cartoonists’ Club! Participants will be guided through brainstorming ideas, writing, and drawing their comics from start to finish. Whether you’re an experienced artist or can only draw stick figures, everyone is welcome to join in, get creative, and learn more about comics as an art form.
FHSU Poet Laureate
FHSU Poet Laureate Eileen Veatch will share her love of poetry through a hands-on poetry workshop and spoken poetry.
Stop by to ask questions, hear her work, or pick up a copy of her book for $8 (cash or Venmo only).
Wheel Throwing with Holly Donaldson
Join ceramic artist Holly Donaldson for a hands-on wheel-throwing demonstration! Holly will walk you through the process of creating mug and vase forms on the pottery wheel, sharing tips and techniques along the way. Guests will have the opportunity to try the wheel themselves if they’d like. This interactive experience is included with your event entry ticket.
Sponsors
ANd.. A Big thank you to:
Amy Normandin
Linda & Sheldon Ganstrom
Brittney Squire & Rob Byer
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