Lots of art to see at The Flower Nook's First Friday event

<b>Some of the fused glass pieces by Mary Collins on display in The Flower Nook.</b> Salina Post photos — **Some of the fused glass pieces by Mary Collins on display in The Flower Nook.** Salina Post photos

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY
Salina Post

The Flower Nook is overflowing with a huge variety of art as the longtime downtown shop prepares for its upcoming First Friday event.

A regular participant in downtown Salina's monthly First Friday celebration, The Flower Nook, 208 E. Iron Avenue, has scheduled its event for 5-7 p.m. Friday. The event is open to the public.

While The Flower Nook has a multitude of works to peruse, the creative efforts of three artists/artisans will be featured during the April First Friday.

<b>Part of the Random Expression exhibit.</b> — **Part of the Random Expression exhibit.**

The Random Expression exhibit features a variety of works by Debra Stovall-Tromble.

<b>Fused glass tulips by Collins.</b> — **Fused glass tulips by Collins.**

Mary Collins has a fused glass exhibit that includes display pieces and greeting cards with smaller fused glass ornaments or magnets.

<b>A collection of sheep by Collins.</b> — **A collection of sheep by Collins.**

Fran's Crafty Corner will feature a collection of no-epoxy tumblers whose themes include patriotic, country, and a little bit sassy.

<b>Two of the tumblers on display.</b> — **Two of the tumblers on display.**

In addition, Susie's Sprinkles will be on hand with a variety of Kansas food samples, and Mason Bettles will provide music for the event.

Another First Friday location

Peaceful Body Wellness Retreat, 148 S. Santa Fe Avenue, also has an event scheduled for First Friday: an artist reception for William Counter from 5-7 p.m. Counter's Paris Paintings exhibit that celebrates French painting traditions, is on display in the retreat.