[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Unleash your inner artist! Join the next Art & Sip on Monday, December 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the 347 Grill in the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle. Local artist Kaui Wilson will inspire artists at this fun evening event. Whether you’re a hobbyist who wants to learn more, a professional looking for inspiration, or if you’re just looking for a fun night out, you’ll love Art & Sip! Grab some friends or your significant other and make a night of it. You’ll follow simple steps to paint your very own wintry landscape painting while enjoying some tasty libations. The Art & Sip event is back by popular demand and will be hosted by 347 Grill. The cost is $30 for advanced bookings or $40 at the door. Reserve and pay for your space now online. While you’re painting, enjoy happy hour specials at 347 Grille, available until 7 p.m. Specials include $3 drink specials and 50% off most appetizers. Monday night also features a $5 cheeseburger meal. Or enjoy tempting choices from the vast menu, which includes full salads, sandwiches, pizzas, pasta, and specialty entrees like salmon, steak, or smothered chicken. Artist Kaui Wilson lives in Maricopa with her husband and three kids. She has had formal training as an animator and graphic designer and has earned both an associate’s and a bachelor’s degree. Through her business Art & Sip, Kaui teaches painting and drawing classes to groups at local taverns, restaurants, and in private homes. It’s the perfect choice for a girls’ night out or a special occasion! The fun is happening at 347 Grill, located inside the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle, 16000 N. Maricopa Road in Maricopa. When you come, spend time checking out our other fun activities including the arcade, movies, bowling, and laser tag. During this busy holiday season, take a night off with friends or a loved one and head to Art & Sip for a great time![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”39947″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow_3d”][vc_single_image image=”39949″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow_3d”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Carolyn Sostrom is a long-time Arizona resident who loves desert sunsets, warm weather, Zumba, and the Western lifestyle. She attended Saguaro High School in Scottsdale and then Arizona State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in journalism. Similarly to the protagonist in *The Devil Wears Prada*, Carolyn moved to New York City right after college. She started working for the fashion magazine company Conde Nast but never transitioned to the dark side. After a few years, she left New York in the rearview mirror and returned to her home state, taking a reporter job at the *Apache Junction Independent*. With over 30 years of freelance writing experience, Carolyn especially enjoys writing about community events and profiling individuals who are making a difference in their communities. She had the pleasure of interviewing a variety of cowboy personalities for an article she wrote for the *Scottsdale Independent* about the history of DC Ranch and its roots as a working ranch. Now, her Western adventures with CLN have her diving into the rugged automotive scene, exploring the trucks and rigs cowboys rely on for work, home, and play, a niche where grit meets horsepower. She works at Raising Special Kids, a nonprofit resource center for families of children with disabilities and special healthcare needs. Carolyn also volunteers with the Autism Society of Greater Phoenix. Carolyn believes that everyone has a story, and she loves connecting with others to hear their stories. She’s dedicated to ethical journalism and accurate reporting, which shines through in her storytelling.
