Japanese Folk Songs, Haiku & Community
Mon, Aug 31
|Location is available upon registration.
Join us for a special afternoon of music, poetry, and creativity in the welcoming setting at Michelle and Art Dewey's beautiful home. Local musicians Ben Wheeler & Gwen Vernon will share a collection of beautiful Japanese folk songs, exploring the inspiring connections between music, art, and nature
Time & Location
Aug 31, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Location is available upon registration.
About the event
Japanese Folk Songs, Haiku & Community
August 31st 12:30-2:30pm
Private Residence
Join us for a special afternoon of music, poetry, and creativity in the welcoming setting at Michelle and Art Dewey's beautiful home. Local musicians Ben Wheeler and Gwen Vernon will share a collection of beautiful Japanese folk songs, exploring the inspiring connections between music, art, and nature.
As part of this unique experience, guests will also enjoy traditional Japanese artwork accompanying selected songs. Inspired by the music and the art, everyone will be invited to try their hand at writing simple haiku poems—capturing a moment, an image, or a feeling in just a few words.
No writing or musical experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and enjoy an afternoon of listening, reflecting, and creating together. This intimate house concert is a wonderful opportunity to connect with friends, discover something new, and celebrate the beauty of art in the community.