Seward Arts Council

08/07/2026

The Seward Arts Council will be grilling up delicious dogs by the Derby Booth on Tuesday, August 11, from 3:30–6:30 PM! Stop by for a fresh-off-the-grill hot dog while you’re strolling the docks, watching the fishing action, or just looking for a tasty bite.

Then come back on Thursday, August 13, when the Seward Community Band takes over the grill! 🎵🌭

Every hot dog helps support the amazing work our local nonprofits do in the community. Here’s who’s serving this week:

🌭 Aug. 8 – Youth 360
🌭 Aug. 9 – Marathon Wrestling
🌭 Aug. 10 – Seward Area Hospice
🌭 Aug. 11 – Seward Arts Council
🌭 Aug. 12 – Rotary
🌭 Aug. 13 – Seward Community Band
🌭 Aug. 14 – Seward Memorial UMC

We’ll see you down by the docks! Come hungry and help support local organizations, one hot dog at a time 🌭

08/07/2026

Now that we’ve had a moment to catch our breath, that’s a wrap on our second annual Seward Music Camp! This week of learning and new friends comes to you thanks to a LOT of team work.
Big thank you to Jenn DesErmia for spearheading programming planning and operations. To our instructors and camp managers, parent volunteers and fabulous student participants!

The Seward Arts Council is incredibly fortunate to have such strong working relationships with organizations around town. We were able to utilize a variety spaces for classes, busking and the final performance. BIG thank you to Resurrection Lutheran Church, Teen Center and Seward Senior Center for hosting us 🫶🏻

The Seward Music Camp, along with Seward Artists in Schools and Seward Summer Arts Camps would not be possible without generous support from our sponsors and collaborators. Over the past seven years we have been the recipients of yearly grants from Seward Community Foundation, support from Seward PTA and collaborated with Kenai Peninsula School District and Youth360 Seward to be able to expand arts and music programming for Seward and Moose Pass kids. This is a town of so much potential and we are lucky that we have supportive organizations that want to see great ideas grow just as much as we do.
The growth in arts and music education over the last few years tells us what we already know - sustaining and developing the arts in learning is important to our community.

We look forward to continuing to grow our relationships with community partners, nurture arts professions with a range of residency options and facilitate arts and music education opportunities for our kids.

Thank you for sharing this summer season with us!

Special thanks to:
Justine Pechuzal
Jenn Haugh
Kirstie Lorelei Willean
Erin Jo Eidman
Joel Williams
Rion Schmidt
Caroline Pond
Beverly Grogan
Mary Schallert
Makena Desermia
Alexis Rihl Kaferstein
Iris Montesano
Jenn DesErmia
Lola Swanson
Youth360 Seward

08/05/2026

Artists we love! Playing this Wednesday at Tidewater Taphouse.

Looking forward to Wednesday! Bring your friends for bites, brews, and our local Seward talent. Starting at 6 pm. 🍻🫶🎶

08/04/2026

The forecast is great and we are excited to see all of the local Art featured this week’s first Friday event! We hope you can join! 🌞

The August First Friday Art Walk is THIS Friday evening from 6:00-8:00pm here in Seward! Go out and support our local artists and businesses!

07/30/2026

Tonight! The Maryland State Boychoir is preforming a free concert at the Resurrection Lutheran Church at 7:00 pm.

07/27/2026

🎬 MOVIE NIGHT & BIRD COSTUME CONTEST!🦅
The Seward Arts Council is hosting a special screening of Listers—the independent documentary following two brothers who ditched normal life to live out of a minivan and chase U.S. birdwatching records. It is a brilliant, hilarious mix of stunning wildlife film and gritty comedy that explores what happens when a nature hobby turns into a total obsession.

🗓️ August 20th - Doors at 7:00 pm
📍 K.M. Rae Building
🍾 Festive beverages and concessions will be available for purchase
🔞 Age: 21+ only
🦆 THE COSTUME CONTEST:
Dust off your feathers! We are holding a contest with door prizes for the best-dressed bird. Whether you go full commitment as an elegant red-faced cormorant or keep it low-effort as a city rock dove, come out for a drink and some great laughs.

Huge thanks to our supporters, who have donated some pretty fabulous door prizes for the event:

Alaska SeaLife Center
The Cookery
Exit Glacier Guides
Seward Ocean Excursions

Follow the link of ticketing and more information:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/listers-film-costume-contest

07/27/2026

This upcoming Saturday, we hope to see you there! 🧑‍🩰🩰

Experience dance in a whole new way

Join the Seward Arts Council for Daffodils – A Modern Dance Workshop & Film, an inspiring evening that brings together movement, storytelling, and film.

Whether you’re an experienced dancer or simply curious to explore modern dance, this is a unique opportunity to learn from Sophie Barbarics and Cali Mau, then enjoy an intimate performance, a screening of the award-winning dance film Daffodils, and a live Q&A with Sophie.

✨ Choose your experience:
• Modern Dance Workshop + Film + Q&A – $25
• Performance + Film Screening + Q&A – $10

Come move, connect, and experience the power of dance on and off the screen. We can’t wait to share this special event with our community!

🎟️ Reserve your spot today by scanning the QR code or following the link in our bio.

07/25/2026

🌿 Registration is now open for the Moose Pass Weaving Workshop! 🧺

Looking for a chance to learn a beautiful traditional art form? The Moose Pass Public Library is hosting a Traditional Weaving Workshop with basketmaker Karen August on August 15–16 from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM each day.

Choose from:
🧺 Button Basket (2-day class) – $60
🌿 Amulet Basket (1-day class) – $30

This is a wonderful opportunity to learn traditional basket weaving techniques using natural materials while creating something beautiful to take home. All materials and tools are provided, and all skill levels are welcome!

✨ Space is limited to just 10 participants, so be sure to register early if you’re interested.

Check out the flyer below for details and registration information. We hope some of our local makers, artists, and curious learners will take advantage of this unique opportunity! 💚

07/20/2026

Tomorrow’s the night! 💃🎶🌴

Join us tomorrow evening, July 20, at the Flamingo Lounge Outdoor Stage for an unforgettable night of live Latin music with John Roberts y Pan Blanco!

Even better? 🌦️ The forecast is on our side! The rain is expected to take a break just in time for the show!

We’re so excited to welcome these incredible musicians back to Seward for another amazing performance. It’s always a joy to bring live music to our community, and we can’t wait to share another memorable evening with all of you!

🎵 Music starts at 6:30 PM
🎟️ $20 Adults | Youth tickets available
🎶 Students participating in our Summer Music Camp receive FREE admission with a paying parent!

Grab your friends, bring your dancing shoes, and come celebrate a summer evening filled with great music, community, and fun. We’ll see you at the Flamingo! 💖🦩

As always, huge thanks to our partners and sponsors! Their support helps us bring affordable and accessible arts experiences, education and mentorship to our community!

Get your tickets here:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/john-roberts-y-pan-blanco-live-at-the-flamingo-lounge