Every 3rd weekend in July, check out over 30 art studios, sculpture parks, galleries, exhibitions and special events in Phoenicia, the buzzing hub of Shandaken. A free self guided open studio tour on July 18-19, 2015.  Opening reception July 18 , 6pm at Phoenicia Arts Upstairs. “Word of Mouth” story telling performance and kick-off party on July 17 7pm at Mama’s Boy park. Pick up free catalogs around town and set up personal studio visits year-round to artists like Steve Heller, Christina Varga, Christie Scheele, Dave Channon, Carla Shapiro, Rita Schwab, Astrid Nordness and many more. Info: www.ShandakenArt.com  dave@shandakenart.com  845-688-2977