First Friday Receptions

Artisan Gifts

It will be open for First Friday from noon to 9 p.m.

821A Broadway, 334-8530

The Arts Council of Southeast Missouri

It will host a reception for the 2014 annual Regional Juried Exhibition. The show will be on display until Jan. 31 and will feature pieces by 23 regional artists. 5 to 9 p.m. An awards ceremony will be at 6 p.m.

32 N. Main St., 334-9233

Crisp Museum

Crystal Wagner creates mixed media installations encompassing the entire gallery through a combination of processes including screen printing, intaglio etching, relief printmaking, drawing, intricately cut paper, collage, cable ties, paint and mylar and tar paper.

518 S. Fountain St., 651-2260

The Artist Studio

It will have "Creations for Holiday Gifts" -- decorative, functional, wearable and even edible -- showcased by special guests Lisa Beaty Bishop, Debbie Ebaugh and Tom and Julia Jorgensen. Judy Barks-Westrich will show her new holiday series of paintings, "Believe". The studio will welcome guests from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

38A N. Main St., 450-2816

Chapman Gallery of the Visual Arts Cooperative

The artists of the Visual Arts Cooperative feature new work in the Chapman Gallery, the annual holiday mini exhibit and window exhibits by co-op members Barbi Myres and Sue Kemp.

32 N. Main St., 846-6374

River Campus Art Gallery

The Southeast Department of Art presents works by Graphic Design students Caitlin Brinker and Alissa Lindgren and Printmaking student Zack Petot. The exhibition will be on display from through today. Closing reception: 5 to 7 p.m. today

518 S. Fountain St., 651-5901

Black Door Gallery

It will be featuring acrylic paintings from local favorite and gallery owner Craig Thomas. Stop by to meet the artist and enjoy the evening from 5 to 9 p.m.

124 S. Spanish St., 225-7734

Gallery of Inspiration

The artists will showcase a hip, modern Christmas display in the front window created by Amy Kephart, Beverly Northcutt, Cindy Rimmer and Darlene Schultz.

5 N. Main St., 332-0050

The Painted Wren Art Gallery

It is exhibiting in two separate rooms inside Bilderbach's Art Plaza. Painted Wren exhibitors are showing their work in the north window gallery, visible from the street.

5 N. Main St., 579-1000

Tangled Yarn

It will feature new yarn brands and fibers. Reception from 5 to 9 p.m.

5 N. Main St.

Westray Studio

It will display photography by Dr. Joel Ray and drawings by Jeannie Eddleman, including Cape Girardeau and Jackson memorabilia. Reception from 5 to 9 p.m.

5 N. Main St., 238-2334

Yoga East Healing Arts Studio

The December art exhibit features the work of local artist Jenny Dugan. She lives in Cape Girardeau with her husband Michael and her two daughters, Autumn and Nicole. She likes to hike with her dog June. She is a member of Gallery of Inspiration in downtown Cape. The artist says: "'ABUNDANCE' is a collection of Zentangle ink drawings and photography that reflects on nature's capacity for creating emotional and spiritual healing." The reception will take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

827 Broadway, 388-7272

Social's Cafe and Catering

Social's Cafe and Catering will be a Hot Chocolate Bar during this First Friday, perfect to warm people up while they admire the artwork on display by Arts Council Member Artist Rusty Newton. Newton is well known for her charming Santa paintings, which will be on display throughout the holiday season. Walk-ins will be welcome throughout the First Friday evening to see the artwork.

31 N. Main St., 651-4601

Independence Place

Grant Benoit from Southern Illinois University will be the featured artist at Independence Place's "Art After Dark" exhibit on December's First Friday. It's just Independence's way of offering art patrons the chance to continue celebrating the arts "after dark." 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

5 S. Henderson Ave., 334-2939

DazSpell Creations

Handcrafted herbal bath products, lotions, balms and salves, Spirit Dolls, Beeswax Candles, Framed Art, Doggie Delights and more.

5 N. Main St., 778-5781

-- From staff reports