Karen is a songwriter, composer and poet. Her songs are wistful, humorous, & harmonic. She improvises on piano most weekends with local musicians and has written & performed in folk, blues, & country bands with a lifetime of stories lived here in the Driftless.

When Edward David Anderson sings of rolling sand hills, prickly pear cactus and a river that “flows like wine,” he takes us on a trip down a dusty country road. He has been featured on NPR’s World Cafe, has twice appeared on the nationally syndicated radio program Mountain Stage, as well as the PBS television show Sun Studio Sessions.

The event is free and open to the public, though donations are greatly appreciated to support the ongoing efforts to bring regional talent to the Center’s stage.

Jay Vonn is an Americana/Folk musician who wanders the country in an old Toyota camper.

Enjoy a full sensory honey tasting and educational experience, as you taste light, medium, and dark colored honeys as well as creamed, crystallized, and direct from the comb honey. Engage all of your senses as you use a flavor wheel to identify the aromas and flavors you experience as you taste each honey. Each attendee will make honey tasting notes and will compare as they go along. At the end of the tasting, each attendee will receive a glass of honey mead wine to further enjoy honey in another delightful way.
Fun for all ages! Great for friends, groups, and families.

Tasting is led by local apiary, Dry Creek Beekeeping, and Bee-rista – B’Ann Dittmar.
See front desk at Eagle Ridge Resort to be directed to the event room.

Register in advance at www.drycreekbeekeeping.com.

Always on tour and never without a song in his throat, Jordan writes from his life experiences and reflects his personality through his music. With many more songs to record and endless gigs to play, he continues to strive for new audiences every day.

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Meet Craig, and hear about his art and life!
Over the past forty years, Craig Miller’s journey in photography has evolved from hobbyist to amateur photojournalist, street photographer, and always a dedicated documenter of family and friends. For Miller, the creative process is as rewarding as the final product, but the true joy lies in sharing his art with others.
6 years ago, Miller attended a workshop in “Photography as Art” led by Art Wolfe, creator of the PBS series Travels to the Edge. The experience marked his shift into fine art photography—images created to express the photographer’s artistic vision.
Miller’s portfolio reflects this approach, ranging from unaltered captures to works heavily transformed using tools like Adobe Photoshop. His subjects include landscapes, seascapes, portraits, and architecture, often re-imagined into what he terms derived photography.

A surprise performance you won’t want to miss! Electric violinist Wendy Lynn Markus returns to Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub for a high-energy evening of live music. Wendy blends traditional Irish tunes with modern favorites, creating an unforgettable experience that’s equal parts soulful and spirited.

Enjoy a pint, a song, and the charm of Galena’s favorite Irish pub as Wendy brings her signature electric violin sound back to the stage for one special night only.

“Bee” Inspired: Taste, Create, Illuminate! Scent Workshop Galena and Dry Creek Beekeeping have teamed up for a special full sensory experience that you won’t want to miss!

Attendees will make their own beeswax candle and will participate in a fun and educational honey tasting with 7 honeys from across the United States. Attendees will select their favorite scents from a variety of flavors that will be included in the honeys they will be tasting, including: vanilla, wildflower, caramel, citrus, cinnamon, and many more.

This workshop is perfect for friends, families, or groups! Space is limited to 12 seats. Reserve your spot today! $55 per person
Event held at Scent Workshop, 307 S. Main Street, Galena, IL

Join Scott Rische’s Open Mic every Sunday at the Grape Escape.

Don’t miss the event of the year! Our Annual Gala is just around the corner — an unforgettable night of art, music, food, and community.
Tickets are on sale now!
Every purchase supports the Galena Center for the Arts and fuels creativity all year long
Get ready to “Embrace the Experience”! https://www.galenacenterforthearts.org/events/2025/gala.aspx

I love to play the piano and singing is my passion. Shekinah King is a Dodgeville, WI native. Growing up in church started her crazy love for music. Shekinah is on a mission to sing and spread the joy of music everywhere she can.