Veritable Variety Show! - Free event

Art in the cafe...

Dottie and Josie Brand (Two Peas in a Pod)


"Summer Magic"


June 2026



We are self-taught artists who create work inspired by healing, nature, travel, and personal experiences. Growing up, art became a way for us to process emotions, express ourselves, and create spaces that felt meaningful and comforting. Our first “gallery” was our college apartment, which we transformed with our own artwork and nature-inspired design and the power of the feminine. Sharing our space and work with others encouraged us to continue creating and exploring art more seriously. Inspired by our Latin culture, color, emotion, and everyday moments, our work reflects themes of connection, growth,...
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Friday, March 27, 2009

Three distinct musical acts and performances by the Veritable Variety Players!

The Recreation Station is brother and sister Shawn and Breena Wiederhoeft, spawn of songwriters and campfire singalong leaders, and members of The Family Band. Their songs represent a constant pull between silliness and melodrama. Think Sufjan Stevens.

Kelly Carrell hails from Iowa City, Iowa and brings an edgy mix of folk/blues/country. She's been known to belt out a yodel or two! Country ain't never sounded so hip.

Macabret's goal is to celebrate life & death and the justification for both. They are inspired by Eastern European rhythms juxtaposed with modern rock and roll, folk and punk traditions. A gypsy cabaret!

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