It’s that time of year. The birds are chirping, the May gray is nearly gone, and there seems to be a local art market every single weekend. (I’m not complaining!) The Manito Art Festival organized by Kelly Brown, local parks enthusiast and executive director of the Friends of Manito, celebrates its fourth year as a Spokane art scene staple. This year, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Expo ’74, the festival hosts the Expo 50 Community Stage along with its usual fare: art from over 70 talented local artists, children’s activities, and a beer and wine garden. Head to Manito Park, peruse some art and celebrate the gorgeous nature surrounding our beautiful city all in one go this Saturday.
Manito Park Art Festival • Sat, June 8 from 10 am-6 pm • Free • Manito Park, Duncan Garden’s east lawn • 1702 E. Grand Blvd. • thefriendsofmanito.org
— Madison Pearson
