Sunday's Art in the Barn Will Support Johnston Library

Fine art, fine wine and fine cheese will greet guests at the second annual event Sunday.

, which is hosted by Friends of the Johnston Public Library, showcases metro and local artists' work.

"We have 25 artists, about a third to half of them are new this year," said event chairwoman Lisa Cooper. "So there's something different for people. It won't be the same as far as what there is for people to see."

Even returning artists will have new pieces on display.

Additionally, the Jefferson Oatts Trio will create a lively atmosphere for the event.

Cooper said the excitement for the event has already been astounding.

"It wasn't hard to tell people it was on," she said. "Last year was a learning curve because we hadn't done anything like this. People are looking forward to it."

This year, organizers looped in the city's youngest artists for a currently being showcased at the Johnston Library.

"We thought that was a good way to bring kids in," Cooper said. "It's primarily an adult event, but this was a way to tie the two together."

Cooper sent fliers home to students in Johnston elementary schools and Summit Middle School asking them to create a piece that reflected their take on this year's Homecoming theme "Fire and Ice."

Kids Art in the Barn will remain on display until Sept. 15.

Last year, the event raised more than $3,500 for the Johnston Public Library. The money was used to purchase a computer for the children's section of the library.

Tickets to the event are still available for $20 at the library and Hy-Vee.

The event is from 4 to 7 p.m. at the on Sunday.