January 2026 News and Notes
Lake Erie Storm by Ellie Miller
“To create one’s own world takes courage.” Georgia O’Keeffe
Membership Meeting
Please join us in the studio classroom to discuss upcoming activities, committees, finances, and more. We’re keeping things simple with light refreshments. Beverages provided.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
6:00-7:30 p.m.
Please let us know if you plan to join us. RSVP and also let us know if you would like to bring an appetizer or dessert.
Those who have artwork to pick up or want to drop off pieces for the upcoming show can do so after the meeting.
A Celebration of Art:
Faces Around Us Reception
Join us in the gallery to meet the artists featured in the current exhibition and celebrate the award winners.
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
5:30-7:30 p.m.
All are welcome
Garage Sale: Donations Needed
The Toledo Artists Club garage sale is coming up! Please mark your calendars:
Saturday, February 28th and Sunday, March 1, 2026
1:00-4:00 p.m.
The Toledo Artists' Club will begin accepting donations on February 4th during club hours. Bring any art-related supplies, including paint, pencils, canvas, paper, and easels. Please make sure any items you bring are in good condition. When dropping off items, please sign in on the garage sale sheet.
If you would like to sell your own items as a vendor, reserve your place by February 15th by using the online form, emailing info@toledoartistclub.com, or calling the office during club hours. Vendor space is free for members or $10 for non-members.
Ongoing Artist Groups
Join one of our ongoing artist groups. We are also working on an evening artist group.
Classes
Regularly-scheduled classes for adults and children continue:
- Monday Evenings and Tuesday Afternoons with Laurel Egnew
- Wednesday Afternoons with Paul Brand
- Saturday Morning Elaine's Little Picassos
- Watercolor Arty Parties with Elaine Scarvelis
Exhibitions
Toledo Museum of Art
Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with “Strength in Unity” on January 19 at the Toledo Museum of Art.
Join us from 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. for an inspiring keynote in the Little Theater by Dr. Maurice Stinnett, a soul-stirring performance by BGSU Voices, and creative, family-friendly activities led by our Family Center and Outreach Team.
Come honor Dr. King’s legacy through community, reflection, and the collective power of coming together.
Although the Toledo Museum of Art is undergoing renovations, exhibitions and events continue. Explore their Calendar of Events for details.
"Vessels" by Steve Mockenstrum
Flatlanders Art Galleries will present an exhibit by TAC Member Steve Mockensturm from January 17 to February 28.
The opening reception Sunday, Jan. 18, from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Support The Next Generation of Artists
Elaine's Little Picassos will be displaying their work in the classroom/ studio during the month of February. The reception will be held Sunday, February 22 from 1:00- 3:00 pm.
Call for Entries
Better Than Ever Exhibition 2026
February 3 – 27, 2026
Wood County Senior Center
140 S Grove St., Bowling Green, Ohio
Anyone age 50+ living within 100 miles of Wood County is eligible to participate.
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