“I set the stage. The artists are the performers.”

That’s the way Ruth Roider describes her vision for Gallery for the Arts, which opened on July 8 at 115 S. Main St., Ada. The gallery serves two purposes: as a place for local artists to display and sell their creations and as Roider’s own working art studio.

THE GALLERY WILL BE OPEN FROM 5 TO 7 P.M. ON FRIDAY DURING MUSIC ON MAIN – FOR VIEWING ONLY.

Roider, a retired elementary school art teacher, and longtime community supporter, says her art gallery is one way that she can support local artists and contribute to the community.

PHOTOS OF ART WORK AT BOTTOM OF STORY.

Initially six area artists have works on display and for sale. They are:
• Darlene Bowers, hand knit and felted pieces
• Virginia O’Connell, jewelry
• Lynn E. Scott, author
• Andrew Steingass, hand-thrown pottery
• Les Thede, woodworking
• Karen Ward, photography
 
Once the school year starts she hopes to feature elementary artwork in the gallery. In addition, the Village of Ada gave her permission to display railroad memorabilia from the Ada depot.

The gallery/store hours are:
• Thursdays and Fridays 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 2-4 p.m.
• Saturdays 10-2 p.m.
• By appointment call 419-634-9329 and leave a message