SEQUIM — The eighth-annual “Whodunnit Downtown?” game will take visitors all over town this Friday during Sequim’s First Friday Art Walk.
The gallery walk is a free, self-guided tour of local art venues in Sequim from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. the first Friday of every month. Each walk has a color theme; this month’s is silver, sprinkled with black and white, to celebrate the New Year filled with reflection, hope, and idealistic goals for the future, said organizer Renne Emiko Brock.
The “Whodunnit Downtown? — The Case of the Sterling Reputation” Mystery Game allows visitors to engage with suspects and collect clues about them at various venues to solve the crime for prizes.
The story is set on New Year’s Day 1986. Revelers are recovering from a rocking celebration the night before as they attempt to describe the ruckus and prepare for a hopeful new year. However, the wildly popular Kitty Sterling of MTV groundbreaking edu-tainment specials has been catnapped for ransom, much like his legendary great-great-great-grandmother Martini was in the 1930s.
“Big shoulder pads and extravagant bigger egos reveal fame and fortune are not everything,” Brock said in a press release.
To play, pick up a game card at any of the participating venues at 5 p.m. Fill out the card and enter it at Whodunnit Headquarters: Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County’s Sequim Habitat Boutique Store at 154 W. Washington St., and then be part of the prize drawing for the correct answer at 7:30 p.m.
“Best of the Owls” by Jeannine Chappell is among the artwork featured at Blue Whole Gallery in January.
Visitors and sleuths to the “Whodunnit Downtown?” and First Friday Art Walk Sequim are encouraged to dress in the theme colors of silver, black and white, as well as, in ‘80s era attire such as New Wave, Punk, Hard Rock, Preppy, “Goonies” and other adventure motivated costumes.
“Whodunnit Downtown? — The Case of the Sterling Reputation” is co-hosted by First Friday Art Walk Sequim with Sequim downtown merchants.
Clues are at these venues: A. Milligan Art Studio & Gallery, 520 N. Sequim Ave.; Blue Whole Gallery, 129 W. Washington St.; Cedarbrook Lavender & Herb Farm Gift Shop, 120 W. Washington St.; Sequim Habitat Boutique Store, 154 W. Washington St.; La Petite Maison Blanc, 213 E. Washington St.; Pacific Mist Books, 122 W Washington St.; Over the Fence, 118 E. Washington St.; Sequim Spice and Tea, 139 W. Washington St., and Wild Goddess Brews-n-Bite, 145 E. Washington St. Suite D.
Special events
• Riverhouse Bakery & Cafe, 120 W. Bell St., is a new venue on the walk.
“I’ve been a hobby photographer for years now and as you’ll see, I have a variety of shots,” said Kelli Ward of KW Photography.
“My passion is with nature and landscape photography but I also love trying to get silhouettes with interesting backgrounds as well as animals,” Ward said. “My dream is to be commissioned for specific landmark shots which send me into nature on a mission.”
• The A. Milligan Art Studio and Gallery, 520 N. Sequim Ave., hosts the Olympic Peninsula Art Association’s Members Show & Fundraiser through January.
During the opening reception in December, visitors to the gallery voted for their favorite works of art in the “People’s Choice Awards.”
Proceeds from the fundraising event benefit the OPAA’s Art Scholarship Program. This year’s scholarship award recipients also have their winning artworks on display in the Main Gallery. In the pastel studio, Anne Milligan has started working on her latest collection.
• La Petite Maison Blanche, 213 E. Washington St., features painter Lynne Fearman with curated gifts and festive treats throughout the shop.
• Rainshadow Café, 157 W. Cedar St., offers live music with Dawn & Steve from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Guests are encouraged to sing favorite songs while also enjoying a full menu and drinks.
Live music by Mercy Buckets is planned Friday at Wild Goddess Brews-n-Bites during the First Friday Art Walk.
• Sequim Spice and Tea, 139 W. Washington St., offers unique art including glass, pottery, illustrations and photography of local artists along with tea blends, teapots and cups and culinary gifts.
• Pacific Mist Books, 122 W. Washington St., has an eclectic mix of new and vintage books, cards, and gifts including local authors and artists.
• Sequim Civic Center, 152 W. Cedar St., will host the Sequim Arts Commission presentation of “To Enlighten, focus on light and shadow” art exhibit in the Karen Kuznek-Reese Gallery from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Artwork by Lynne Fearman can be viewed at La Petite Maison Blanche during the First Friday Art Walk.
• Blue Whole Gallery, 129 W. Washington St., has “The Best Of … ” as their artists display the favorites of each artist in both 2-D and 3-D art.
• Over the Fence, a home and garden store at 118 E. Washington St., showcases local makers.
• Cedarbrook Lavender Gift Shop, 120 W. Washington St., features farm fresh lavender creations, treats and vintage décor items.
Find more details and a map at SequimArtWalk.com.
“Tull Canyon” by Kelli Ward is at Riverhouse Bakery Cafe, a new First Friday Art Walk venue.
Artwork courtesy of Renne Emiko Brock Take part in the eight-annual eighth-annual “Whodunnit Downtown? — The Case of the Sterling Reputation” Mystery Game during the First Friday Art Walk.
