Fallbrook Gourd Patch to present annual show

The Vine Art of Gourds is the theme the Fallbrook Gourd Patch has chosen for its spectacular Fifth Annual Gourd Pizzazz Show, opening Feb. 27, 2006, at the Artist’s Gallery, 121 W. Grand Ave., in Escondido.

The gourd artist group, with members from San Diego and neighboring counties, has been meeting for the past six years in members’ homes, local libraries and gourd farms. The artist transforms the hard-shelled gourds, which come in all shapes and sizes, into wonderful works of art.

The show runs through March 7 and gallery hours are Tues. through Fri. from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sat. from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The gallery is closed Sunday and Monday.

An artist’s reception will be held on Saturday, March 11, from 2 to 4 p.m. For show or membership information please call Barbara McDermott at (760) 746-3913.