Maryhill's annual arts festival offers something for everyone

This weekend, the Maryhill Museum of Art offers up art, food, music and children's activities as part of its annual arts festival. Among the highlights:

* You can stroll among the museum's pet peacocks and browse the works of more than 50 artists and vendors.

* A special outdoor photography exhibit will feature selected works by members of the Portland Photographic Society and the Cascade Stereoscopic Club.

* Jewelry, photography and paintings donated by participating artists will be raffled off, with proceeds benefiting the museum's 2009 season of programs.

* Joanie's Jazz Trio, Star (featuring Robert Meichtry) and Henry Schifter will perform live music.

* Creative activities for parents and children will be offered from 1-4 p.m. each day.

* Inside the museum, visit the "Ansel Adams: Masterworks" exhibit on display. (General museum admission is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and $2 for ages 6 to 16.)

The festival will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. The event is free, and all ages are welcome.

The Maryhill Museum of Art is located on Washington State Route 14, just west of U.S. Highway 97 near Goldendale at 35 Maryhill Museum Drive. Call 509-773-3733 or visit www.maryhillmuseum.org for details.

-- Darcy Wytko