Cherry Valley Art Gallery Offers Local Artwork, Hosts Events

BUSINESS PROFILE
CHERRY VALLEY

25 Main Collective is an art gallery and shop run by stained glass mosaic artist Noelle Adamoschek that features a regular group of more than 30 artists and makers on display. In business now for more than four years in Cherry Valley, 25 Main Collective offers everything from handmade soap, jewelry, ceramics, and pottery, to handmade textiles and intricate glass mosaics, to fine art such as watercolors, pastels, oils, and photography.

In addition, Adamoschek curates a rotating gallery show of additional artists that opens every month on the evening of Cherry Valley’s First Friday, where visitors can find an eclectic mix of local artists either trying out new work or showcasing their tried and true medium.

This month’s First Friday exhibit opening highlights 10 photographers in the local region in a show called “Digital VS Film: a photography show (down).” The show opens on Friday, September 5 and runs through September 28. A talk on Thursday, September 28 at 5 p.m. will feature many of these photographers speaking about their process and why they take the pictures the way they do, the pros and cons of their chosen process, and how photography has evolved and changed.

Open all year round Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 21 Main Street, 25 Main Collective invites folks to stop in and pick up something handmade for yourself or for a treasured friend or loved one.

Other upcoming Cherry Valley events include:

• Friday, September 5 and Friday, October 3: 5-9 p.m. “Cherry Valley First Friday.” Cherry Valley is the place to be the first Friday of every month! Music, gallery openings, open mics, fine dining and the stores stay open late.
• Friday, September 5 and Friday, October 3: 6-8 p.m. “First Friday Open Mic.” Presented by The Telegraph School at The Limestone Mansion, 33 Main Street. Doors open at 6 p.m.
• Saturday, September 13: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 25 Main Collective and 7even present “A Photo Walk: Learn Analog Photography.” Participants walk around Cherry Valley to take photos, learning about the use and care of the analog camera, composition, light, shutter speeds and more. Film will be developed and scanned to provide digital versions. $45.00 ($60.00 if film is supplied). No experience is required, but participants must have their own analog camera (35 mm or 120). 25maincollective@gmail.com to reserve a spot.
• Sunday, September 21: 7 p.m. Drum Circle and Potluck at the Gazebo. 3 Main Street. The Telegraph School says, “Bring your drums and rattles and join us for a joyful evening of music and community. Bring a dish to pass for the potluck. All ages and skill levels welcome!” TheTelegraphSchool.org.
• Wednesday, September 24: 5:30-8:30 p.m. “Gemstone Stacking Rings Workshop” with Marissa Perkins of Creative Roots Studio. Create two sterling silver stacking rings, both with a bezel-set gemstone, in this beginner-friendly class. $82.00, all materials included. 25maincollective@gmail.com to reserve a spot.
• Saturday and Sunday, October 4 and 5: Cherry Valley Art Trail. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., visitors can tour open studios, view art exhibits, meet the artists, watch demonstrations and shop local. www.cherryvalley.com. Also that day, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Schoharie County Arts Trail Driveabout. Schohariecountyarts.org.
• Thursday, October 16: 6-8 p.m. “Make a Kindred Spirit Tassel.” A “be inspired” class with Wendy Reich of Don’t Tell Stella Studio, hosted by 25 Main Collective. $60.00 includes materials and tools. 25maincollective@gmail.com to reserve a spot.
• Saturday, October 25: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cherry Valley Falltoberfest. Falltoberfest will feature vendors in the NBT parking lot at 16 Main Street, Oktoberfest games throughout the village, a beer garden at The Limestone Mansion, ghost tours with Sue Miller, pumpkin carving, and other Halloween-themed events. www.cherryvalley.com.
• Saturday, October 25: 1-3 p.m. Join Amanda Trumbull during Falltoberfest to make a beautiful moon pendant using wire, beads and findings of your choosing on black cord. No experience required. $40.00 includes all materials. 25maincollective@gmail.com to reserve a spot.