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We have a new neighbor! Studio 176 recently opened just across the street at 176-3rd St. W. It’s a cooperative art gallery featuring the work of local artists Tiffany Besonen, Dawn Rossbach, Jeremy Simonson and Laura Grisamore, and is currently open Saturdays and by appointment. Check it out!

Art Leap, Park Rapids’ annual open studio event
September 28 and 29

We’re going to be a site for Art Leap! We’ll host artist Kent Estey. Here’s what he says about himself and his work:

Kent Estey is a proud member of the White Earth Nation of Anishinaabe, in Northwestern Minnesota. He and his wife Becky live and work on the White Earth Reservation where Kent teaches Art, Technology and Robotics at the local Charter School in Naytahwaush, Minnesota.

“I’ve always been drawn to the sky and water. The serenity found there provides me endless opportunities to paint. I am surrounded by the woods and beautiful lakes of Northwestern Minnesota, so for me, inspiration is everywhere.

I consider myself a contemporary artist, with a special interest in sky and landscapes. My paintings are typically more nonrepresentational and abstract in nature. I love color of course, and texture. I use a variety of mediums in my paintings, including acrylic, oil, and inks. Some of my more recent painting feature stone, copper, and other metals. I am inspired by earth-tones with deep shades of blue, brown and red. 

Although I am very proud of my heritage, viewers may find that my work doesn't necessarily represent or depict traditional Native American themes. My inspiration comes from nature, and often times, my feelings and emotions are what's expressed on canvas and paper.

I've learned that I cannot paint for others, first. I have to paint with my heart and my vision. That’s when I capture and celebrate my beautiful Ojibwe heritage.”

—Kent Estey

For more information about Kent Estey’s work. 

For more information about Art Leap.

Our annual fall Reading Retreat will be October 25 to 27 at Our Lake Lodge, about 8 miles north of Park Rapids. The theme will be “The Circle of Life.” Our books will be The Line Tender, Late Migrations, and Prodigal Summer. We’ll be exploring the connections between the natural and human worlds—as well as relaxing and enjoying great conversation and food. Call (218-237-2665), email (sally@beagleandwolf.com), or stop by the store for registration materials.

A limited number of spots are still available. If you’re interested in coming, don’t delay registering.

Fall hours

As we move into fall, our hours will change slightly to:

Sunday: 10:30 to 4:00
Monday: Friday, 8:30 to 5:30
Saturday: 9:00 to 5:00

This will take effect on Labor Day, September 2.

End of Season Sale!
August 30 to September 2

It’s time to make way for fall books and merchandise! We have select games, apparel, toys, greeting cards, and hardcover books heavily discounted. Stop in to grab some great bargains!

September 3

My Jasper June
Laurel Snyder

See Sally's review

September 24

The Dutch House
Ann Patchett

See Sally's review

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