Show Me the Ozarks September 2022

Spiva Center For the Arts, Main Gallery: “Rhapsody: The Urban Fantasy Paintings of Rob Mango.” Regional Gallery: Local Color Artists’ show celebrating 150 years of Joplin in “Reflections of Joplin.” Upstairs Gallery: Local Color student art for “Reflections of Joplin.” 222 West Third Street. For more events and activities, please visit Connect2Culture.org, DowntownJoplin.com, and @JoplinArtsDistrict on Facebook. ART ON THEWALL: - Where to view locally made artwork on display in September. Philip Ledbetter, “As the Pendulum Swings” Paintings Beast & Barrel 530 South Main Street Meet the artist September 1, 5:30-8:30 pm Liz Darling, “Prayers to the Earth” Watercolor/Mixed Media Joplin Avenue Coffee Company 506 South Joplin Avenue Meet the artist September 1, 5:30-8:30 pm Amber Mintert, “Receptacle of All Things” Mixed Media Club 609 609 South Main Street Meet the artist September 1, 5:30-8:30 pm Eric Beezley, “Confounding Ideas” Contemporary Paintings Urban Art Gallery 511 South Main Street Meet the artist September 1, 5:30-8:30 pm

Where it’s ‘COOL’ to be YOU! Downtown Joplin News + Joplin Arts District News Make it a September to remember in downtown Joplin! Keep reading for the best places to catch art and entertainment as we head into fall. JOPLIN ARTS DISTRICT NEWS - A snapshot of news, events and activities happening in September. Langston Hughes Cultural Society celebrates the new Black History and Performing Arts Mural. Meet Kansas City muralist Alexander Austin and alto sax musician Charles McPherson, the only living member portrayed in the mural. September 18, 2-4 pm. 102 South Main Street. First Thursday ArtWalk. September 1, 5:30-8:30 pm. “Fine Art and Art at its Finest.”The ArtWalk is located in indoor venues with local musicians performing and area artists selling their art. Events are held on First Thursdays through October. Map posted on Facebook @FirstThursdayArtwalkJoplin. Blackthorn Pizza & Pub. Comedy Open Mic held first and third Sundays. 21+. Free. 9:30 pm. Sign ups at 8 pm. 510 South Joplin Avenue. Chaos Brewing Company. Townsend. Pop, rock and country twang. September 9, 8 pm. 112 South Main Street. Third Thursday is a free, outdoor community event on downtown Main Street. Enjoy music, entertainment, food trucks, artisan crafts and more September 15, 5:30-8:30 pm. See more information on Facebook @JoplinThirdThursday. Blackthorn Pizza & Pub. 15-year Anniversary Celebration. September 17 at 10 pm. $5 cover. 21+. 510 South Joplin Avenue . Plant Parenthood. Throughout September, this eclectic plant store features artwork by Marta Churchwell, Merlen White, Daria Claiborne, Connie Miller, Brent Skinner and others. Meet the artists September 1 from 5:30-8:30 pm. 528 South Main Street .

Countryside in the City Florist • Event Planner Event Venue 422 S. Joplin Ave. 417.781.3719 www.countrysideflowers.biz

Blackthorn Pizza & Pub 510 S. Joplin Ave Joplin, MO 417.623.2485 Facebook: @ BlackthornPizza&Pub

Countryside in the City is one of the leading florists in Joplin for fine, quality roses, flowers, plants and gifts for every occasion. Let our experienced designers and staff create a one-of-a-kind gift you will love. We also offer beautiful custom-designed wedding flower arrangements including wedding bouquets, centerpieces and boutonnieres. Open Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm and Saturday 9 am-1 pm. Convenient parking.

Blackthorn Pizza & Pub is a welcoming and inclusive Irish pub in the heart of downtown Joplin. This hip spot is famous for its delicious food, huge beer selection on tap, the area’s best live music and unforgettable drag shows. Follow Blackthorn on Facebook for upcoming events. Open 7 days a week and now also open for lunch Thursday through Monday.

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