New San Leandro Mural Dedication Tuesday

SAN LEANDRO, CA — The City of San Leandro invites the community to an opening ceremony for a new mural installation, titled Peachy, in the Washington Manor neighborhood. The event will take place outside of the 88 Manor Market, 15000 Farnsworth Avenue, on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 5:30 P.M. Members of the public are invited to attend this event for an opportunity to view the piece up close and meet the artist.

• WHAT: Washington Manor Mural Opening
• WHEN: Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 5:30 p.m.
• WHERE: 15000 Farnsworth Avenue, outside 88 Manor Market

In Peachy, Bay Area artist Sarah Bowser takes a unique approach to mural art by installing individual wooden appliques creating a three-dimensional effect. The whimsical motif celebrates family living and community.
"What's so great about Sarah's delightful mural is that it conveys values important to San Leandro," said SanLeandro Mayor Pauline Russo Cutter. "We are very proud of our family-friendly community, and Peachysucceeds in delivering that message."

This project follows the installation of three significant murals in 2017 as part of the City's Mural Art Project. The Mural Art Project continues ongoing efforts by the City to energize and beautify San Leandro through art. Other art throughout the City includes the Chime Way interactive musical exhibit in Joaquin Plaza in Downtown San Leandro, decorative banners, as well as almost 70 painted utility boxes. In 2017, the City adopted a Public Art Master Plan, which provides a guide for the City and its Arts Commission to continue supporting progressive art.

For more information, contact Lars Halle, Economic Development Coordinator, by email at lhalle@sanleandro.org or by phone at 510-577-3311.

-Announcement via City of San Leandro; Image via Shutterstock