Little Shop of Hoarders- Art Show and More!

Little Shop of Hoarders is the quirky creation of local assemblage artists Michael Long and Sue Van Horsen.

What started as a dream to bring together friends for an art show—with a swap meet and pancake breakfast on the side—has blossomed into a full-blown assemblage art extravaganza at the Community Arts Workshop.

Who else but assemblage artists can see the potential in twenty-five Barbie heads, fifteen glass doorknobs, two thousand burned matches, and thousands of bottle caps? Renowned for their treasure-hunting skills and knack for turning “junk” into art, assemblage artists find inspiration in the most unlikely places.

Ten artists will showcase their work in this “junk-inspired” celebration: Adrienne De Guevara, Leslie Ekker, Gisele Grable, Skip Lau, Dan LeVin, Vanae Rivera, Dug Uyesaka, Sue Van Horsen, and Frank Whipple. Alongside their artworks, they’ll be selling assemblage-worthy finds—ephemera, antiques, oddities, collage materials, and other creative treasures.

Little Shop of Hoarders is more than an art exhibit. It’s a community gathering designed to spark creativity, encourage collaboration, and promote resource-sharing. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome.

Those interested in selling at the Swap Meet can register in advance here: https://form.jotform.com/251287443753159.

Event Details
• Gallery Opening Night – September 12, 2025, 5–8 PM
Featuring live music by Norm Reed of Tripform and guitarist Micha McFarland
• Swap Meet & Pancake Breakfast – September 13, 2025, 9 AM–3 PM
(Pancake service ends at 1 PM)
• Gallery Show – Open through September 21, 2025