“All Around the Block” is a community-inspired exhibit of small works created by In-Town Gallery’s regional artists. The artists’ personal interpretations of the theme bring to life a kaleidoscope of 6 x 6 inch arrangements that greet the visitor at the front wall of the gallery. It has been said that learning how to create art is really learning how to see. The artists expanded on the show’s theme by seeing a need and designating the artists’ reception in January as a food drive for the Chattanooga Area Food Bank. The reception will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday January 8, and art patrons are encouraged to bring cans of food to the gallery or make a cash/check contribution to the donation box. Each dollar donated will provide at least one pound of food for those in need.

“In the spirit of community, we want to give back to the community that has been our support for over 35 years,” stated gallery president Gay Arthur. The current economic times have put pressure on our local food banks and donations tend to slow down after the holidays. In addition to non-perishable goods, several of the gallery artists have designated a portion of their sales for the “All Around the Block” food drive. The Chattanooga Area Food Bank will have donation barrels at the gallery for anyone wanting to make a non-perishable food donation or monetary contribution.