Igniting your Creativity

FREE

Led by Shannon Pickens and Artemis

You will learn how to discover and jumpstart your inspiration and give you the tools you need to make your unique mask, headpiece, costume or prop to use in the parade.

Explore ways to express and renew your spirt and passion for this beautiful planet and the web of life. Dress up as your favorite flora or fauna - plant or animal and ignite the passon to learn about them!

Come with ideas and we'll help you begin imagining, designing and constucting.

• Under 15 requires an adult.
• There will be a waitlist if tickets are "sold out." Please release your ticket if you become unable to attend.
• Supplies will be provided but you can always bring your own if you have something neat!
• Use one of our donation tickets or see our website for more information on how you can help or how to donate.
• A signed release and indemnity form is required to participate. Download here. Please print and bring a signed copy to the class. (blank copies will be available on the day of for those without access to a printer)
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• Space and materials will be available to allow time to complete costumes post workshop at Buxton's - Open studio time: Wednesdays at Buxton’s 5-7 pm. Space and materials will be available to allow time to complete costumes post workshop. March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23.

On Saturday, April 26, 2025 Procession of the Species Anacortes plans to host it's third annual parade in downtown Anacortes as a part of the Anacortes Earth Day Celebration. Procession of the Species (POTS) is a celebration of community and the natural world, incorporating music, art and dance into the event. Parade participants of all ages dress up in creative costumes representing animals, plants and other ecosystem elements.

The Procession of the Species originated in 1995 in Olympia, WA, to celebrate Earth Day. Since that time communities throughout the Puget Sound area and Cascadia Bioregion have held Processions to honor the flora and fauna of the natural world. The Anacortes Procession of the Species has been an annual event bringing nature lovers together since 2021. Associated workshops leading up to the event offer participants inspiration and guidance to create their own costumes and props.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Buxton's, 1904 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes, United States