From the Seattle Public Library:

Registration for the 19th Annual Artists Showcase at the Southwest Branch of The Seattle Public Library began Friday, Oct. 1 and continues through Saturday, Oct. 23. Interested artists can either register at the branch, 9010 35th Ave. S.W., or call 206-684-7455 to sign up.

Artists of all ages may enter up to three pieces for display. All artwork formats are accepted.

The Artists Showcase is a non-juried, nonprofit exhibit. The exhibit will be on display at the branch from Sunday, Oct. 24 through Saturday, Nov. 13. A public reception with the artists will be held from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6 at the Southwest Branch.

The reception is free and open to the public. No registration is required. Free parking is available in the branch parking lot. Coffee and dessert will be served.

Artists may bring their work to the Southwest Branch before the showcase Thursday, Oct. 21 through Saturday, Oct. 23 and should pick it up after the showcase Sunday, Nov. 14 through Tuesday, Nov. 16. The Library will create display labels for each piece of artwork. Artists should attach their names and titles of each piece of artwork as they would like the information to appear on the display labels.

Artwork will not be offered for sale at the Library, but artists can provide cards with their names and contact information to be put near their displays. Visitors interested in purchasing artwork will be referred to the artists.

The reception is sponsored by the Friends of the Southwest Branch.

For more information, call the branch at 206-684-7455.