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In Brief

A call to artists

The Middle Street Gallery, a non-profit artists’ cooperative in Washington is planning their 2000 Holidays show focusing on the art of gift giving. The show will run -through the month of 'Pecember. " "We are excited about having work by new artists as Nvell as those who have shown Svith us before," said an organizer. Submitted work will be juried by gallery members.

There will be no fee. A 40 •percent (30 percent for members) gallery commission will )be deducted from all sales. •There is no limit to the number of pieces submitted, but keep in mind that this show fpcuses on holiday gifts.

Required entry forms are ;available by calling 675-2355. •Forms can also be picked up fcy stopping by the gallery.

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