December S Art Walk Too Big For Just One Day

During the First Saturday Art Walk, there will be free, old-fashioned Clydesdale horse-and-wagon rides with carolers on board that will travel in the inner city area from 1 to 5 p.m.
This Holiday Art Walk, presented by the Gorgeous Washington Street Association (GWSA) and sponsored by M circle of Hyacinth Rigaud, oil on canvas; through Dec. 26. Also: Free verbal appraisals of personal property by a certified appraiser, 6-9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday.
Cooperative Gallery 213 (213 State St.): Holiday show by member artists; through Dec. 20.
Merlin's (201 State St.): Jean Max: 'Original Works'; also: jewelry by Maren K. Michaels of Maren K. Designs; through December. On Friday: Music by String of Pearls.
Orazio Salati Studio and Gallery (205 State St., second floor): In Gallery I: Nationally exhibiting ceramist Jordan Taylor; through Jan. 30. In Gallery II: Hand-woven scarves by Orazio Salati, hand-beaded jewelry by Janis Schimsky and ongoing/rotating works by G. Cerwonka, J. W. Johnston, D. Lercher, F. Lotfiyan, D. Matteo, W. Panzella, M. Ruchames, O. Salati, M. Schimsky.
Shard of Glass Studios (81 State St., second floor): Annual holiday gift show, featuring variety of unique, handcrafted gifts by Karen Stanley; through Christmas. Call for holiday hours, 765-3540.
Uncle Tony's (79 State St.): On Friday: Daniel Webster Band, 6:3-10:30 p.m.
WASHINGTON/ S. WASHINGTON Street
Chrysalis (120 Washington St.): Traditional and art quilts by Sue Romanczuk, jewelry by Rachel Light; Friday and Saturday.
Dataflow (221 Washington St.): Amy Jones: 'Celebrating the People in Our Lives' (proceeds of all art sales will go to the American Cancer Society; Friday and Saturday only. This is a new First Friday venue.
Despina's Mediterranean Taste (128 Washington St., the former Art Mission building): Home-cooking and special dinners, including vegan platters (free wine with dinner); Friday hours: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. This is a new First Friday venue.
Garland Gallery (116 Washington St.): 'Bring in an 'Eggnoggin'' and get a special prize; 30 percent off everything on the walls; Friday and Saturday only. On Friday: Music by Joan and Joshua, 6-9 p.m.; on Saturday, music by Lynn and Leigh, 1-4 p.m.
Late Night Binghamton at BU University Downtown Center (67 Washington St.): 'Winter Wonderland,' joint presentation by Late Night Binghamton and Off Campus College (free music, food, art displays); Friday only.
m.y. boutique (134 Washington St.): Selected silver gelatin prints from R. Rene Branca; Friday andSaturday only. On Friday: 20 percent off $100 or more and 10 precent off gift certificate purchases. This is a new First Friday venue.
Orion Beauty and Balance (118 Washington St.): Music by Jackson Baptist Church Praise Team, 'The Timothy 5,' 6-9 p.m. Friday and noon-5 p.m. Saturday; also: the Spirit of Christmas.
Whole In The Wall Restaurant (43 S. Washington St.): Victor Lay: African- and Mayan-inspired art and more new work; through Jan. 31. On Friday and Saturday: Ed Abram, piano, 6-9 p.m. Dinner, light fare or homemade dessert and coffee.
COURT Street
Alchemy Transformation (79 Court St.): Artist/Exhibit, TBA.
Binghamton Bag Co. (39 Court St.): Open house/grand opening celebration: Over 1,000 Bags in Stock - handbags, briefcases, luggage, totes, messenger bags, laptop bags, jewelry, umbrellas, wallets, etc. (Open each day until 9 p.m.) This is a new First Friday venue.
E. L. Downey Artist/Sculptor (33 Court St., second floor): Artist and Masquerade Artisan E. L. Downey. Wearable art masks and artworks (Open on First Friday and by appointment).
JungleScience (33 Court St., second floor): Exhibit: Binghamton University photography students in a collective exhibition (Open First Friday, through Dec. 2008 by appointment).
L'aveggio Roasteria and Espresso Bar (101 Court St.): Exhibit TBA and hand-painted ornaments by artist Marty Sullivan. Also:, French press tastings (Open 1st Friday, to 10 p.m.; Sat., 9-2 p.m.)
On Point Productions and Gallery (67 Court St., second Floor): Artist Victor Lay: 'Acoustic Ladyland: Jimi's and Nudes,' color pencil and oil pastel, featuring new Hendrix tributes, beautiful nudes, Binghamton landmarks and more (Opening 12/5/08 through 12/31/08). Recording studio tours and demonstrations, 6-9.
Parlor City Trolley Tour starting at Phelps Mansion (191 Court St.): Historic tour highlighting 'Parlor City' landmarks, Dec. 5 at 6 with Carol
Hawley from the Preservation Association (PAST), and Dec. 6 at 1 and 2 p.m. Trolley riders can get on or off at any time, including during Historic Tour. Limited seating; free parking, Mansion and library lots.
Phelps Mansion Museum (191 Court St.): In Ballroom, 1st Floor: Artist Keith Rosko: Featuring 2008 Santa Print and complete series of Santa prints by Rosko (Opening 12/5/08 with Meet the artist reception and release party for 2008 Print, 5:30-8:30 p.m., open Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., through 1/3/09. Music by The Phelps Mansion Singers, plus fully decorated Victorian mansion. Guided mansion tours available on Sat., Dec. 6, $4 fee.
River Read Books (5 Court St.): Grand opening featuring book signing by Chaz Browne, author of 'Past and Present,' Dec. 5, 6-9 p.m. This is a new First Friday venue. Open Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-8p.m., Sunday, noon-5 p.m..
The Sassy Boutique Dress Shop (89 Court St., Perry Building, corner of Chenango): Open House featuring NYC fashions at discounted prices.
N. DEPOT Street
Coldwell Banker GTD at The Depot Lofts (21 N. Depot St., off Eldredge between State/Chenango Sts.): Model unit open, Dec. 6, 1-3 p.m. Residential and commercial space available.
CHENANGO Street
Coughlin and Gerhart, L.L.P. (19 Chenango St., Press Building): In Lobby: First Annual Festival of Trees and Charity Auction, featuring 15 decorated trees to be auctioned with proceeds to local charities. Also, music by Vestal Voices and Whitney Point Select Chorus, refreshments (Dec. 5 First Friday, 4-9 p.m., auction at 6 p.m.).
First Presbyterian Church (42 Chenango St.): Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m. Theatre Street Productions present 'Glitter and Gold, An Evening of Operatic and Holiday Favorites. Featuring Michael Callas, bass-baritone, Andrea Gregori, soprano, Steve Nanni, tenor, Kasey Steward, mezzo soprano, and Margaret Reitz, piano. $12 general admission; tickets/reservations, 722.4219 or online: www.theatrestreetproductions.com. Dec. 6, 7 p.m., in church Fellowship Hall: SRO Theatre Productions present 'Every Christmas Story Ever Told (and Then Some),' a comedy by Michael Carleton, Jim FitzGerald and John K. Alvarez; original music by Will Knapp. $15 adults; $13, students/seniors; tickets/reservations, 722.2821.
Little Venice Restaurant (111 Chenango St.), Binghamton's original art gallery: Over 150 signed paintings on display, including many originals by local artist Armondo Dellasanta (ongoing exhibit). Serving dinner every Friday until 11 p.m.; happy hour from 4-6 p.m.
FRONT Street
Pacheco's Front Street Gallery (86 Front St.): Artist Joe Pacheco, 'The Art of Dr. Pacheco Through the Years' (ongoing, open Dec. 5, 6-9 p.m. and by appointment).
Roberson Museum and Science Center (30 Front St.): Home for the Holidays 2008: 'A Winter Wonderland' (Dec. 5 First Friday, free admission only to Roberson Museum members).
HAWLEY Street:
City Hall Gallery (38 Hawley St.): The Welcome Table Community Art Project, presented by multimedia artist Yvonne M. Lucia, in collaboration with Southern Tier Celebrates! Features decorated place settings by community members, honoring individuals who embody the ideals of a socially integrated community. Dec 5, 6-9 p.m., through 12/31/08; gallery hours, weekdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Imagicka (15 Hawley, corner of Washington): Dec. 5-6, Magpie Farms Meadery of Afton, NY, with Tastings of Their Honey Wines ($1 per tasting, several flavors available). Tarot Readings by Jenn, $10 for 10-minute reading, Dec. 5 First Friday, 6-9 p.m., only).
LEWIS Street:
The Gallery at Lackawanna Station (45 Lewis St.): Guest Artists Ann McDonald: Art and Functional Ceramics and Robert Jenkinson of Lake Marge Pottery. In recognition of World AIDS Day, portraits by Kirk and Lesli VanZandbergen. Hand-pulled silkscreen prints by David Skyrca; mixed media by Steve Palmer; Gagrags T-shirts, cards and more (Opening Dec. 5, 6-9 p.m., and runs throughout month. Gallery hours, weekdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., First Friday, 6-9 p.m., or by appointment). Music by Lukus Wells.
The Goldsmith (31 Lewis St.): Featuring various American glass artists. Hand-blown glass items and fine glass ornaments (through Dec. 2008). Also, on display in Goldsmith hallway: Artist Sara Whiting: 'Sightless Seeing Series' paintings (Dec. 5, First Friday, 6-9 p.m., and Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Music by Mary O'Reilly, Irish harpist.
Kilmer Brasserie and Steakhouse (31 Lewis St., corner of Chenango St.): Artist James Burlitch: 'Colorful Portraits of Nature,' fine art photography. (Opening Dec. 5 with meet the artist reception, 6-9 p.m., through Dec. 2008. Also, Spanish Flamenco singer/dancer Lorena Bates with dance performances Dec. 5 at 7 and 8 p.m. and Dec. 6 at 7 p.m..
Southern Tier Health Link (45 Lewis St.): Exhibit: The Magic Paintbrush Project Art Work, 'Life Is Washable!' (Open Dec. 5, First Friday, 6-9 p.m., and Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.) Also, antiques and a vintage collection and unique holiday gifts. On Dec. 5, listen to classical/jazz music by Dr. James Jewell and 'Friends,' 6-9 p.m., and the Parlor City Boys Choir at 6:30 p.m. This is a new First Friday venue.
MAIN Street
The Bundy Museum (129 Main St., west side): In 3rd Floor Art Gallery, exhibit: 'A Photo Retrospective' of Binghamton's native son, Rod Serling. Monthlong visual celebration culminating in 3 'Twilight Zone' episodes on Serling's birthday, Dec. 25, at 2 p.m. in Bundy Annex (Opening Dec. 5 through Dec. 2008). Dec. 5, 6-9 p.m.: Music by Anna Lisa Quinn, harp.
Bundy Museum's Antique Pleasures (131 Main St.): Featuring African art, treasures from the Orient and jewelry (Open: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.) Dec 5, First Friday, 6-9 p.m.
Rod Serling School of the Arts at Binghamton High School (31 Main St.): In Helen Foley Theatre: First Friday Kids' Vids, featuring 'The Muppets Chr istmas Carol' starring Michael Caine and The Muppets (Rated G, 85 minutes, 1992) at 7 p.m., free admission. In BHS Art Gallery (next to theatre): Holiday Art Show/Sale featuring artwork and holiday gifts created by Binghamton High School Visual Arts Dept. students (Dec. 5 First Friday only, 6-9 p.m.).
MORGAN Road
The Discovery Center (60 Morgan Rd., south side): Annual Gingerbread Exhibit: 'A Victorian Gingerbread Village,' featuring gingerbread art by area school and Scout groups, runs through Jan. 11. On Dec. 5, 5-7 p.m: Gingerbread Workshop: Learn decorative icing techniques on a 'giant' Victorian house cookie, $5 fee. Dec. 5, holiday concert with Johnson City High School's 'Sophisticats,' 7 p.m., free.
PENNSYLVANIA Avenue
Nezuntoz Cafe (50 Pennsylvania Ave., southside): Artist Chuck Williamson: 'Life's Experiences' (Opening Dec. 5 First Friday through 12/31/08). Special Event during First Friday: Crowd Participation -- Painting a Masterpiece.
Nezuntoz Special: Free cup of Fair Trade coffee with any dessert purchase.
PINE Street
Tranquil Bar and Bistro (36 Pine St., corner of Fayette): Artist/Exhibit, TBA. Bar open to 3 a.m., Fri-Sat.
PROSPECT Avenue
The ART Mission and Theater (61 Prospect Ave., off Lewis St.): Annual Members Show (Opening 12/5/08, 6-9, through 12/31/08). Dec. 5, Music by folk artists Shepherd and Ewe, 6-9.
Vishnu's Couch Yoga Studio (61 Prospect Ave., 4th Floor, in ART Mission and Theater building): Artist Cheryl Kindt: Yoga--Inspired Note Cards and Prints and Calligraphy by Edmond Cotton (Ongoing Exhibit).
VESTAL Avenue
Emil's Jewelry Design (1184 Vestal Ave., corner of Mitchell Ave., south side): Grand opening, featuring custom-designed jewelry by Emil's Jewelry Design and Bill Weber, Hallowell Pottery by Malley Weber of Hallowell, ME, and hand-painted, unique gift cards by Anne Weber of Portland, Maine. (Opening Dec. 5, 6-9 p.m., through Dec. 2008). This is a new First Friday venue.
carroll street
Know Theatre (74 Carroll St., between Court and Hawley streets): 7-9 p.m. Dec. 5: 2nd Annual Celtic Festival featuring Guinness, food, silent auction and performances by The Stoutmen, The Gleason Groaners and others. Tickets: $30 (only 100 available); proceeds support Know Theatre. Reservations and information: 724-4341, www.knowtheatre.org.
WATER Street
Binghamton Regency Hotel (225 Water St.): Gorgeous Holiday Overnight Stay, $79.95 (plus tax): Valid on Friday, Dec. 5. Advance reservations required; subject to availability. Standard king or double-bedded room (single or double occupancy) and breakfast for two in Maro's Restaurant the next morning.
Lost Dog Cafe (222 Water St., corner of Henry): Photography exhibit (through Dec. 31). In the restaurant: Dec. 5, music by The String Band, driving, party, dancin' bluegrass; 7:30-10 p.m. Dec. 6, The Dan Fluegel Project, 3-5 p.m.
WINDSOR
Windsor Whip Works Art Gallery (98 Main St.): Paintings and sculpture from five abstract artists from The Sodus Art Bank -- Joanne Thorne Arnold, Judith Croce, Bruce Sodervick, Amanda LeeJeremy Holmes (through Jan. 15). Gallery hours: 1-4 p.m. Friday-Saturdayprivate showings by appointment).