There’s still a bit of a chill in the air, the days are getting longer and a walk through the Calumet Art District may be just the thing for a nice First Friday evening. Start at the south end with a tour of the new rose garden, check out the poetry reading and experience artistic expression at its Copper Country finest in eight galleries within a half mile.

Calumet Art Center

57055 5th St.

A change of landscape is in progress at the Calumet Art Center. Wander the circular walking paths through the newly planted Heritage Rose Garden, hear the musical talents of local musician Dave Morehouse as he plays tunes on his accordion and concertina, visit the gallery displaying a beautiful collection of smoke fired pots by clay-worker extraordinaire Ed Gray and sign up for the exciting new line up of Art Class offerings. For more information, visit the website at calumetartcenter.com.

Paige Wiard Gallery

109 5th St.

Wild things – For the month of June the Paige Wiard Gallery has encouraged the artists to “walk on the wild side!” For this Wild Things show, artists have created art work that shows wild creatures, wild colors and wild movement. Visit the gallery on June 5 for an opening reception from 6:30 to 9:00 and see something wild! For more information call 906-337-5970 or email paigewiardgallery@gmail.com.

Caf Rosetta

104 5th St.

Repurposed clothing by Katie’s Sew shop and Poetry Open Mic from 6-7pm will be featured at the Caf Rosetta. Bring a poem you’ve written, a favorite somebody else wrote or simply your ears to listen. Enjoy a bowl of Caf Rosetta soup or a cup of iced coffee for an inspiring evening.

Hahn Hammered Copper

203 5th St.

Stop by Hahn Hammered Copper this First Friday and check out “Salvagion”- cool, salvaged, recycled industrial objects that will make you happy just looking at them! Always in store- their very own hand hammered copper jewelry and dcor as well as beautiful vintage items. Hahn Hammered Copper will be open on First Friday from 6-9pm.

Copper Country Associated Artists, 205 5th St.

For First Friday in June, Pam Hecht will lead a collage workshop. Participants will explore different techniques of repurposing paper scraps and decorative elements into a piece of artwork. The activity is limited to 25 adults, and will run from 6pm till about 7:30. All materials will be provided, and there will be no early sign ups.

The CCAA Gallery is now open most Wednesdays through Saturdays, 11am to 4pm. For more information, call 337-1252 or check out the website at ccaartists.org.

Cross Country Sports

507 Oak St.

Bike Nomads: Photography by Chris Guibert.

Explore the world from behind the handlebars and lens of photographer Chris Guibert. These giant 4′ x 6′ prints will inspire thoughts of traveling to Maui, Baja, the Florida Keys and many other places. Chris Guibert worked as a mountain bike guide for over 10 years in the American West. He was the first person to guide a 75-day tour down the Continental Divide Route for Adventure Cycling. At age 30 he went back to school for photography and has been an adventure travel photographer for the last 15 years. His work has appeared in Bike, Mountain Flyer, Powder, Adventure Cyclist and Outside magazines. Join us for a special opening event on Friday, June 5th from 6:309 p.m. to hear about Chris’s stories and his work. International foods and drinks will be served by the lovely Amy Oesteich. For more information call 337-4520, www.crosscountrysports or check the Facebook page.

Galerie Boheme

423 5th St.

A new show opens on First Friday at the Galerie Boheme, featuring Clyde Mikkola paintings. Clyde is well known for his acrylic and watercolor paintings depicting the beauty of the Copper Country. The opening reception will be from 6:30 to 9:00PM. Show dates will be June 5th thru July 1st. New gallery hours for the summer will be Tuesday thru Saturday, 1-4 to p.m.

Stop by and check out Clyde’s great new paintings.

Omphale Restaurant and Gallery, 431 5th St.

“Feeling Like Big Bucks, but I’m Only Loose Change” by Alyssa Rose Dupuis

Alyssa Rose Dupuis of Calumet, MI is a self-taught fine art artist. Her focus media are charcoal, photography, and acrylic paint, but she also experiments with spray paint, watercolor, and coffee. Since graduating a year ago with a BS in Film, she has been focusing on her art, with pieces residing in the US and Europe. Her work tends to be experimental in style and leans toward surrealism. Alyssa’s works will be on display at the Omphale during the month of June. Chef Mike Porter will have a new culinary lineup for First Friday and there will be live music.