Art, music, and lit at the Black Dog this month

by Kate Iverson on Jul.11, 2011, under Arts & Culture, Off the Beaten Path

The Black Dog Cafe tends to act as a creative anchor for the Lowertown Art District, and we can’t get enough of it! From readings to musical and dance performances to monthly art exhibits, the Black Dog is inspired by its environment and, in turn, inspires. Not only do they offer up great arts and entertainment, but we can’t help but rave about the food and drink. Pop a cork on a bottle of wine on the patio with some friends, score an iced latte to go, or even enjoy a cute date night with a gourmet pizza and a craft beer in the cafe’s intimate confines. During the day? Stop in for free wi-fi and an iced tea–it’s a cozy n’ quiet place to get some work done.

Check out the upcoming schedule below and stop in!

Monthly Art Exhibit
American Narratives

Featuring paintings by Carolyn Anderson and Jim Denomie. Photographic works by Mike Hazard and Jen Hanlon will also be featured.

Runs daily through July

Lowertown Reading Jam

Join local literati in celebrating the written word in this roundtable reading jam. Monday, July 11th, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Second Mondays

Beaker and Brush

Tuesday evening discussions on art and science. ”Evolution & the Tree of Life: Endless Forms Most Beautiful.” Free and open to the public.

Tuesday, July 12th, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Community Pool: Deep End

Every friday Nathan Hanson and Brian Roessler (members of Fantastic Merlins) present a weekly musical showcase highlighting the width and depth of talent in the local and international performing community. This Friday, July 15: Todd Harper (piano), Nathan Hanson (saxophone), Brian Roessler (bass), Peter Hennig (drums/banjo).

Every Friday / Music starts 8 p.m.

Flamenco Fiesta

Sendero Flamenco host the monthly “Gathering of the Gypsies” at the Black Dog.
Music, performance, open stage, Spanish wines!

Saturday, July 16th: 8:00pm-11:00pm

Plastic Fantastic Voyage

A Vinyl Voyage with KFAI DeeJay Larry Englund. Jazz, Soul, R&B, and World Grooves and more. FREE! Monday Madness Pizza/Wine Special in effect.

Monday, July 18th, 6:00pm

Orkestar Bez Ime (OBI)

Balkan party music and more. Dancing welcome and encouraged! No cover charge, but tips much appreciated.

Thursday, July 21st, 7:00pm

Bernie King and the Guilty Pleasures

Americana/Alt-Country musical performance.