Laughing Dog Studios' Art space, Gallery at Laughing Dog, presents "Recent Works in Painting by Peter Schnibbe and Keith Mills".

Please stop in and join us in celebrating another full year of wonderful Art Shows in our Gallery! View our latest gallery show~Recent Works in Painting by Peter Schnibbe and Keith Mills ...And as always, enjoy lively arts camaraderie and light refreshments. 5-7pm. Love to see you! Thank you for supporting our local arts scene throughout 2018!

First Fridays events are sponsored by Arts Council of the Valley. For a full schedule of events for December First Fridays, check www.valleyarts.org.

Laughing Dog Studios' Art space, Gallery at Laughing Dog, presents "Recent Works in Painting by Peter Schnibbe and Keith Mills".

Join us for the opening reception with light refreshments during Downtown Harrisonburg's November First Fridays on Friday, Nov 2nd. 5-8pm. Love to see you there! www.facebook.com/events/1878186335591443/

First Fridays events are sponsored by Arts Council of the Valley. For a full schedule of events for November First Fridays, check www.valleyarts.org.

Laughing Dog Studios' Art space, "Gallery at Laughing Dog", presents "Rural Pairing: Recent Works in Painting by John M. Bell and Julia Merkel", on view through October.

Join us for light refreshments and stroll thru this show during Downtown Harrisonburg's October First Fridays on Friday, October 5th. 5-8pm. Love to see you there!

First Fridays events are sponsored by Arts Council of the Valley. For a full schedule of events for October First Fridays, check www.valleyarts.org.

Laughing Dog Studios' Art space, "Gallery at Laughing Dog", presents "Recent Works by John M. Bell and Julia Merkel", on view through October.

Join us for the opening of this show with light refreshments during Downtown Harrisonburg's September First Fridays on Friday, September 7th. 5-8pm. Love to see you there!

First Fridays events are sponsored by Arts Council of the Valley. For a full schedule of events for September First Fridays, check www.valleyarts.org.

Laughing Dog Studios' Art space, "Gallery at Laughing Dog", presents Corinne Diop's photo exhibit "Virtuous Objects", featuring a suite of black and white carbon prints inspired by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso's quote, "A virtuous object is one that causes us to develop a peaceful mind when we concentrate on it."

Corinne Diop has been a member of the Art Faculty at James Madison University since 1989 and is currently a Professor of Art, Photography Area Head, Associte Director of JMU School of Art, Design, and Art History, and Director of New Image Gallery at JMU. Her wide areas of expertise in photography have been recognized with several honors and awards along with a long slate of national exhibits. Laughing Dog is very pleased to show "Virtuous Objects" in our gallery thru August 2018.

Join us for light refreshments during Downtown Harrisonburg's August First Fridays on Friday, August 3rd. 5-8pm. Love to see you there!

First Fridays events are sponsored by Arts Council of the Valley. For a full schedule of events for August First Fridays, check www.valleyarts.org.

Laughing Dog’s umpteenth MACROCK screen printing panel ~ come see how the art of textile screen printing happens and get a free print of this year’s MACROCK design. Bring a blank t-shirt, light/medium colored shirts will work best as dark ink will be used for printing. Limited selection of blank tees will be available for purchase. MACROCK, established in Harrisonburg, VA in 1996 as an extension of James Madison University’s student-run radio station, WXJM, is an annual DIY music festival and conference. As an independent volunteer organization, its mission is to enhance the Shenandoah Valley by showcasing a diverse array of independent musical acts from across the country to the residents of Harrisonburg and Rockingham, as well as provide educational and enriching community events celebrating Do-It-Yourself (DIY) culture. Through events such as record and publishing label expositions, panel discussions, and live performances, MACROCK upholds the belief that supporting independent artists and musicians are vital to a thriving community.

Laughing Dog Studios' Art space, Gallery at Laughing Dog, presents "Spring Invitational~April May 2018" featuring works by Jo Ansah, Bob Bersson, Garrett Boehling, Rebecca Humphrey, Keith Mills. Join us in celebration at a reception with light refreshments during Downtown Harrisonburg's April First Fridays on Friday, April 6th. 5-8pm. Love to see you there! Show continues through May. First Fridays events are sponsored by Arts Council of the Valley. For a full schedule of events for April First Fridays, check www.valleyarts.org.

Laughing Dog T-Shirts & Gifts gallery space, Gallery at Laughing Dog, presents "New Paintings by Rebecca Hurt". Rebecca is a recent JMU graduate with a BFA in painting and drawing. In the past few years, her work in abstract painting and mixed media has been exhibited widely in Virginia and DC. Join us in celebration at a reception with light refreshments during Downtown Harrisonburg's First Fridays, sponsored by Arts Council of the Valley, on Friday, July 7th. 5-8pm. Show continues into August. For a schedule of events for First Fridays, check www.facebook.com/firstfridaysdowntown/ and www.valleyarts.org

Laughing Dog T-Shirts & Gifts new gallery space, The Gallery at Laughing Dog, presents "Ken Szmagaj & Seth Bauserman~Paintings and Drawings". Ken has been a longtime professor in James Madison University's School of Art and Seth studied under Ken during his undergrad work at JMU. Looking forward to bringing these two inspiring artists together again for this beautiful show. Also on display: Handcrafted jewelry by Susan Weeks and Dana Tietje Flynn. Both collections focus on color and eclectic elements...subtle & thoughtful...as well as whimsical & fun.

Join us Downtown at Laughing Dog for a RECEPTION of this show on FRIDAY JULY 1st during First Fridays Downtown: Harrisonburg. With live jazz performed by Quintas Mills & Neal Perrine and friends. Light refreshments offered. Art & Jewelry remain on exhibit and for sale through August.

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Hey Laughing Dog Friends and Sterling Silver Jewelry Fans! Laughing Dog will hold it's ever popular umpteenth ANNUAL STERLING SILVER JEWELRY SHOW Saturday, December 5th. This has become a traditional and well-loved Downtown Holiday Shopping event. Timothy Cummings will be here with a large and lovely selection of pendants, chains, earrings, bracelets, rings, cuffs, pins and more~all available for purchase~all in beautiful sterling silver! The show will open at 10am and extend until 5pm. One day only-don't miss it! 82 South Main just south of Court Square. 540-564-0928 www.facebook.com/events/760579204047552/, www.twitter.com/LaughingDogTees

In celebration of our 25th year and recent shop renovations providing us new gallery space, Laughing Dog T-Shirts & Gifts​ presents our 3rd art show, LISTENING, featuring recent works in painting by Keith Mills & Peter Schnibbe. Also on display and for purchase~ sterling silver jewelry from Tim Cumming's Hammex Collection. Show opens at The Gallery at Laughing Dog on FRIDAY, NOV 6th and has a second reception on FRIDAY DEC 4th during First Fridays Downtown: Harrisonburg,​ 5-8pm. Runs through December. Please join us for a reception on FRIDAY DEC 4th! 82 South Main, Downtown Harrisonburg. 540.564.0928. www.laughingdogtshirtsandgifts.com, www.facebook.com/laughingdogtshirtsandgifts, www.twitter.com/LaughingDogTees

In celebration of our 25th year and recent shop renovations providing us new gallery space, Laughing Dog T-Shirts & Gifts​ presents our next art show, LISTENING, featuring recent works in painting by Keith Mills & Peter Schnibbe and sterling silver jewelry from Tim Cumming's Hammex Collection. Show opens at The Gallery at Laughing Dog on FRIDAY, NOV 6th during First Fridays Downtown: Harrisonburg​ 5-8pm and runs through December. Please join us for a reception on opening night! 82 South Main, Downtown Harrisonburg. 540.564.0928. www.laughingdogtshirtsandgifts.com, www.facebook.com/laughingdogtshirtsandgifts, www.twitter.com/LaughingDogTees

In celebration of our 25th year and recent shop renovations providing us new gallery space, Laughing Dog T-Shirts & Gifts​ presents UNDER THE SUN, an art show featuring recent works in photography by Greg Versen & Sandra Parks and recent works in jewelry by Molly Murphy. Show opens at The Gallery at Laughing Dog on FRIDAY, SEPT 4th during First Fridays Downtown: Harrisonburg​ 5-8pm and runs through October. Please join us for a reception on opening night! 82 South Main, Downtown Harrisonburg. 540.564.0928. www.laughingdogtshirtsandgifts.com, www.facebook.com/laughingdogtshirtsandgifts, www.twitter.com/LaughingDogTees

Our current Art Show, RETURNS, continues in our Gallery Space featuring the recent works of students and faculty from JMU 1980's School of Fine Arts. Paintings, Drawings, Photos, Collage, Ceramic Sculpture, Jewelry. Artists include Corinne Diop, Keith Mills, Walt Bradshaw, Jack McCaslin, Dana Tietje Flynn, Garrett Boehling, Beth Shively, Ken Szmagaj, Paul Mcmullan. AND we'll also be hosting an informal jam with live music by members of kat & the travelers for July's First Fridays. First Fridays Downtown is a free celebration of culture and community held in downtown Harrisonburg. During the first Friday of the month, the downtown venues host art exhibition openings, local music performers, and various arts related events. So come downtown and see or hear what our local artists have been creating, while visiting some of your favorite downtown venues! First Fridays Downtown runs all year long. 5-8 p.m. More info at www.valleyarts.org

In celebration of our 25th year and recent renovations providing us new gallery space, Laughing Dog presents RETURNS, a reunion art show featuring the recent works of students and faculty from JMU 1980's School of Fine Arts. Paintings, Drawings, Photos, Collage, Ceramic Sculpture, Jewelry. Artists include Corinne Diop, Keith Mills, Walt Bradshaw, Jack McCaslin, Dana Tietje Flynn, Garrett Boehling, Beth Shively, Ken Szmagaj, Paul Mcmullan. Show opens on Friday, June 5th during First Fridays Downtown Harrisonburg and runs through July. Please join us for opening night! 540.564.0928. First Fridays Downtown is a free celebration of culture and community held in downtown Harrisonburg. During the first Friday of the month, the downtown venues host art exhibition openings, local music performers, and various arts related events. So come downtown and see or hear what our local artists have been creating, while visiting some of your favorite downtown venues! First Fridays Downtown runs all year long. 5-8 p.m. More info at www.valleyarts.org

We'll be hosting an informal jam with live music by members of kat & the travelers for May's First Fridays. First Fridays Downtown is a free celebration of culture and community held in downtown Harrisonburg. During the first Friday of the month, the downtown venues host art exhibition openings, local music performers, and various arts related events. So come downtown and see or hear what our local artists have been creating, while visiting some of your favorite downtown venues! First Fridays Downtown runs all year long. 5-8 p.m. More info at www.valleyarts.org

Holding our umpteenth MACRoCk Panel on Screenprinting. Bring along a blank tee (light colors best) for a Free Demo and Free Print of this year's MACRoCK panel designs. It's First Fridays Downtown: Harrisonburg and Independent Music Fest MACRoCk Weekend~hipsterness abounds! Come on by!