special events
Second Sunday at the Gays Mills Mercantile Center
*June 9 *July 14 *August 11 * September 8 *October 13
10 am - 3 pm
The Mercantile Center in Uptown Gays Mills, WI
120 Sunset Ridge Ave, Suite 114, 54631
The Gays Mills Second Sunday is back starting June 9th for its third year, but with a new look and new location.
Second Sunday at the Mercantile, hosted by Connect Communities Gays Mills, will now be “less flea and more market”.
*June 9 *July 14 *August 11 * September 8 *October 13
10 am - 3 pm
The Mercantile Center in Uptown Gays Mills, WI
120 Sunset Ridge Ave, Suite 114, 54631
The Gays Mills Second Sunday is back starting June 9th for its third year, but with a new look and new location.
Second Sunday at the Mercantile, hosted by Connect Communities Gays Mills, will now be “less flea and more market”.
Driftless Made Pop-Up Shop
March 2024 until ??
The Mercantile Center in Uptown Gays Mills, WI
120 Sunset Ridge Ave, Suite 114, 54631
Shop from local artists and merchants.
Experience the Charm of Gays Mills.
Photography, jewelry, furniture, artwork sculptures, crystals, gemstones, textiles, farm products and more.
K-Sharp, knife sharpening service, is now located in our shop!
Local vintage memorabilia on display, courtesy of Little Boxes Vintage
The official opening day will be on March 1st.
Pop-Up space is sponsored by Connect Communities Gays Mills
March 2024 until ??
The Mercantile Center in Uptown Gays Mills, WI
120 Sunset Ridge Ave, Suite 114, 54631
Shop from local artists and merchants.
Experience the Charm of Gays Mills.
Photography, jewelry, furniture, artwork sculptures, crystals, gemstones, textiles, farm products and more.
K-Sharp, knife sharpening service, is now located in our shop!
Local vintage memorabilia on display, courtesy of Little Boxes Vintage
The official opening day will be on March 1st.
Pop-Up space is sponsored by Connect Communities Gays Mills
Artists In Support Of Ukraine Art Exhibit
March 2023
Artist Reception, March 15, 4-7 pm Boscobel, WI at The Timber Lane Coffee Shop
The "Artists In Support Of Ukraine" art exhibit will be on display the entire month of March at the Timber Lane Coffee Shop in Boscobel, WI
An artist's reception will be held on March 15, 2023, from 4-7 pm.
All art and t-shirt proceeds will be donated to CWS, Church World Service, and will help relief efforts in Ukraine.
I proud to be one of the artists who have donated work and hope you can join us in supporting this worthy cause!
March 2023
Artist Reception, March 15, 4-7 pm Boscobel, WI at The Timber Lane Coffee Shop
The "Artists In Support Of Ukraine" art exhibit will be on display the entire month of March at the Timber Lane Coffee Shop in Boscobel, WI
An artist's reception will be held on March 15, 2023, from 4-7 pm.
All art and t-shirt proceeds will be donated to CWS, Church World Service, and will help relief efforts in Ukraine.
I proud to be one of the artists who have donated work and hope you can join us in supporting this worthy cause!
Second Sunday Gays Mills Flea Market
May-October 2023
10 am - 3 pm Gays Mills, WI
Connect Communities Gays Mills and the Gays Mills Lions Club, along with Elegant Decay by Martha, Little Boxes Vintage, LLC and Pat Vance, are hosting a flea market at the Mercantile Center in Uptown Gays Mills from 10am 'til 3pm the second Sunday of each month
Antiques, collectables, crafts and more. Local organizations and clubs will be on hand to tell you about services available and volunteer opportunities. Food vendors on site.
Rain or Shine! The event will be held indoors during inclement weather.
May-October 2023
10 am - 3 pm Gays Mills, WI
Connect Communities Gays Mills and the Gays Mills Lions Club, along with Elegant Decay by Martha, Little Boxes Vintage, LLC and Pat Vance, are hosting a flea market at the Mercantile Center in Uptown Gays Mills from 10am 'til 3pm the second Sunday of each month
Antiques, collectables, crafts and more. Local organizations and clubs will be on hand to tell you about services available and volunteer opportunities. Food vendors on site.
Rain or Shine! The event will be held indoors during inclement weather.
Second Sunday Gays Mills Flea Market
June-October 2022
10 am - 3 pm Gays Mills, WI
Elegant Decay by Martha is hosting with Little Boxes Vintage, LLC and the Gays Mills Lions Club, a flea market at the Mercantile Center in "New" Gays Mills from 10am 'til 3pm the second Sunday of each month
Antiques, collectables, crafts and more. Local organizations and clubs will be on hand to tell you about services available and volunteer opportunities.
Rain or Shine!
Second Nature at Reads Creek Third Thursday Market
June 2022
4-8 pm Readstown, WI
Elegant Decay by Martha will be sharing a vendor spot with Little Boxes Vintage, LLC at an open air market at the nursery from 4-8 pm along with vendors selling produce, crafts and handmade goods. Musicians and food trucks will also be at the market.
The third Thursday of June 2022.
June 2022
4-8 pm Readstown, WI
Elegant Decay by Martha will be sharing a vendor spot with Little Boxes Vintage, LLC at an open air market at the nursery from 4-8 pm along with vendors selling produce, crafts and handmade goods. Musicians and food trucks will also be at the market.
The third Thursday of June 2022.
Exhibition at the Gays Mills Public Library
March 1- mid-April, 2019
Gays Mills Community Center, Gays Mills WI
A collection of my artwork is on display in the Gays Mills Public Library just inside the Gays Mills Community Center. I'm showing my vintage pattern artwork, paper doll artwork, shadow photography and several shadow boxes. Thanks to Cindy and the library for inviting me to showcase my work.
March 1- mid-April, 2019
Gays Mills Community Center, Gays Mills WI
A collection of my artwork is on display in the Gays Mills Public Library just inside the Gays Mills Community Center. I'm showing my vintage pattern artwork, paper doll artwork, shadow photography and several shadow boxes. Thanks to Cindy and the library for inviting me to showcase my work.
Vintage Shop Hop
March 1-2, 2019
The Paisley Star, Boscobel, WI
The Paisley Star has invited Elegant Decay by Martha to display at their annual Vintage Shop Hop.
Items are on display now through March 5th and many of the items will remain at the Paisley Star for purchase after the Vintage Shop Hop.
I'm displaying my vintage pattern art, vintage paper doll art, vintage sewing items and my shadow photography. My artwork is in a beautiful environment and complemented with all of beautiful decor and fabric that is sold at The Paisley Star in Boscobel, Wisconsin.
The 6th Annual Vintage Shop Hop is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, March 1 & 2, 2019. It's the mother lode of all vintage road trips...a self-guided day to any number of the 400+ participating VINTAGE shops, BOUTIQUES, BARN SALES, ODDITY SHOPS & HOME DECOR STORES throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. https://vintageshophop.blogspot.com
March 1-2, 2019
The Paisley Star, Boscobel, WI
The Paisley Star has invited Elegant Decay by Martha to display at their annual Vintage Shop Hop.
Items are on display now through March 5th and many of the items will remain at the Paisley Star for purchase after the Vintage Shop Hop.
I'm displaying my vintage pattern art, vintage paper doll art, vintage sewing items and my shadow photography. My artwork is in a beautiful environment and complemented with all of beautiful decor and fabric that is sold at The Paisley Star in Boscobel, Wisconsin.
The 6th Annual Vintage Shop Hop is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, March 1 & 2, 2019. It's the mother lode of all vintage road trips...a self-guided day to any number of the 400+ participating VINTAGE shops, BOUTIQUES, BARN SALES, ODDITY SHOPS & HOME DECOR STORES throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. https://vintageshophop.blogspot.com
Jeremy Klass Fundraiser
December 1-29, 2018
Timber Lane Coffee Shop, Boscobel, WI
Timber Lane Coffee Shop is holding a silent auction the month of December for Jeremy Kass and his family. For the past two years, Jeremy has hosted Timber Lane’s Trivia Night, held Thursday nights during the winter months.
Past "Artists of the Month" at the Timber Lane have been asked to donate a piece of their artwork or craft to assist Jeremy and his family with his medical costs. Items donated are on display through the month of December and your bids can been placed in the silent auction book. Then check back frequently to make sure you haven’t been outbid!
The auction will close at noon December 29, 2018.
Officer Jeremy Kass served the Boscobel Police Department for 12 years, and in addition to that, he was studying to be a registered nurse, until this year, when he was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer and a brain tumor. Jeremy suffered a stroke during his treatment and his illness has forced him to leave the force.
100% of proceeds of the Timber Lane Silent Auction will go to Officer Kass and family.
Elegant Decay by Martha has donated 3 pieces for auction.
December 1-29, 2018
Timber Lane Coffee Shop, Boscobel, WI
Timber Lane Coffee Shop is holding a silent auction the month of December for Jeremy Kass and his family. For the past two years, Jeremy has hosted Timber Lane’s Trivia Night, held Thursday nights during the winter months.
Past "Artists of the Month" at the Timber Lane have been asked to donate a piece of their artwork or craft to assist Jeremy and his family with his medical costs. Items donated are on display through the month of December and your bids can been placed in the silent auction book. Then check back frequently to make sure you haven’t been outbid!
The auction will close at noon December 29, 2018.
Officer Jeremy Kass served the Boscobel Police Department for 12 years, and in addition to that, he was studying to be a registered nurse, until this year, when he was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer and a brain tumor. Jeremy suffered a stroke during his treatment and his illness has forced him to leave the force.
100% of proceeds of the Timber Lane Silent Auction will go to Officer Kass and family.
Elegant Decay by Martha has donated 3 pieces for auction.
2018 Creative Communities Art Event
January - March 25, 2018
Kickapoo Valley Reserve, LaFarge, Wisconsin
The Creative Communities Canvas Project is a community art project involving 350 artists of all ages and talents.
Participants received a 6-inch-by-6- inch art canvas to artistically interpret the following word as it pertains to nature.
The word for the 2018 Canvas Project is WISDOM.
January - March 25, 2018
Kickapoo Valley Reserve, LaFarge, Wisconsin
The Creative Communities Canvas Project is a community art project involving 350 artists of all ages and talents.
Participants received a 6-inch-by-6- inch art canvas to artistically interpret the following word as it pertains to nature.
The word for the 2018 Canvas Project is WISDOM.
Featured Artist at The Old Oak Inn Acorn Lounge
March 2017 - July 2017
Soldiers Grove, WI
My artwork is on display in the Acorn Lounge, located at the elegant Old Oak Inn B&B, Soldiers Grove, WI.
I'm highlighting my hand painted photos and my shadow photography.
Thank you to Carol and Hollis Roth for inviting me to show my work.
March 2017 - July 2017
Soldiers Grove, WI
My artwork is on display in the Acorn Lounge, located at the elegant Old Oak Inn B&B, Soldiers Grove, WI.
I'm highlighting my hand painted photos and my shadow photography.
Thank you to Carol and Hollis Roth for inviting me to show my work.
2017 Creative Communities Art Event
February - March 25, 2017
Kickapoo Valley Reserve, LaFarge, Wisconsin
The Creative Communities Canvas Project is a community art project involving 350 artists of all ages and talents.
Participants received a 6-inch-by-6-inch art canvas to artistically interpret the following nature quote:
"Those who dwell among the beauties and mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life." - Rachel Carson
February - March 25, 2017
Kickapoo Valley Reserve, LaFarge, Wisconsin
The Creative Communities Canvas Project is a community art project involving 350 artists of all ages and talents.
Participants received a 6-inch-by-6-inch art canvas to artistically interpret the following nature quote:
"Those who dwell among the beauties and mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life." - Rachel Carson
Elegant Decay by Martha Artist Reception
Saturday, January 14, 2017 1-5 pm
Timber Lane Coffee, Boscobel, WI
I am so proud that Elegant Decay is the "Artist of the Month" January of 2017 at Timber Lane Coffee in Boscobel, Wisconsin.
Come see my artwork and learn more about the pieces that I make.
Other items, not in the monthly show, will be exhibited during the reception.
Join me for appetizers and desserts.
Coffee and lemonade will be served.
Saturday, January 14, 2017 1-5 pm
Timber Lane Coffee, Boscobel, WI
I am so proud that Elegant Decay is the "Artist of the Month" January of 2017 at Timber Lane Coffee in Boscobel, Wisconsin.
Come see my artwork and learn more about the pieces that I make.
Other items, not in the monthly show, will be exhibited during the reception.
Join me for appetizers and desserts.
Coffee and lemonade will be served.
Artist of the Month
January 2017
Timber Lane Coffee, Boscobel, WI
I'm very excited that Elegant Decay by Martha is the "Artist of the Month" at Timber Lane Coffee in Boscobel, Wisconsin.
Thank you to Madge and Tom for allowing me show my artwork for the first time to the public.
If you're near Boscobel, stop for cup of coffee or chai and a bite to eat at their beautiful establishment.
Timber Lane Coffee, 1005 Wisconsin Ave, Boscobel, Wisconsin.
January 2017
Timber Lane Coffee, Boscobel, WI
I'm very excited that Elegant Decay by Martha is the "Artist of the Month" at Timber Lane Coffee in Boscobel, Wisconsin.
Thank you to Madge and Tom for allowing me show my artwork for the first time to the public.
If you're near Boscobel, stop for cup of coffee or chai and a bite to eat at their beautiful establishment.
Timber Lane Coffee, 1005 Wisconsin Ave, Boscobel, Wisconsin.