- Racine Rotary Post-Prom - May 21st - Line up to watch the motorcade on the streets of Downtown Racine, or head to the Civic Centre to see it all from the side of the red carpet, CLICK HERE for more information.
- Open House Racine County - May 21st - You're invited to come out and explore Racine County! Over 40 locations are participating, CLICK HERE for more information.
- Color Run Racine - May 28th - Downtown Racine hosts the Color Run! CLICK HERE for event map and link to more information.
- Chocolate Fest - May 27th-30th - Burlington's Annual Chocolate Fest, CLICK HERE for more information.
- Memorial Day Parade - May 30th - The parade travels thru the West Racine Shopping District, CLICK HERE for more information.
- Music on the Monument - Friday Afternoons from June-August - FREE Recurring weekly every Friday afternoon from 11:30am-1:30pm. CLICK HERE for more information.
- June's First Friday Celebration - June 3rd - Come to beautiful Downtown Racine and enjoy a night of shopping, entertainment, art, and more! CLICK HERE for more information.
- Comedy Sportz at the Racine Public Library - June 11th - The library is kicking off its adult summer reading program with Comedy Sportz! The event is FREE but advance registration is required, CLICK HERE for more information.
- Monument Square Art Festival - June 11th-12th - An outdoor fine art fair hosted in Downtown Racine on Monument Square, CLICK HERE for more information.
- World Wine Wednesday - June 15th - A world wine sampling event at the Racine Zoo, CLICK HERE for more information.
- Lighthouse Run - June 18th - This is the 37th year for the popular event, CLICK HERE for more information.
- Germanfest at Harbor Light Yacht Club - June 18th - Celebration of all things German: food, drinks, music and more! $5 admission, CLICK HERE for more information.
- EVP Beach Sports Festival at North Beach - June 18th-19th - Racine's beautiful North Beach, located just North of Downtown Racine, is hosting a Beach Sports Festival, CLICK HERE for more information.
- Racine Symphony Orchestra Summer Pops Concert at Festival Hall - June 24th - Tickets available online, CLICK HERE for more information.
May First Friday!
We have the hues to brighten up your springtime! Special for May's First Friday, we’re showcasing two new lines of bold Color Gemstone jewelry, from two of our longtime friends and vendors.
One, a classic vintage-inspired line with juicy bright precious Gems and Diamonds, from Reno-based designer Kimberly Collins:
The Second, bold colorful strands of Bead-Cut precious and semi-precious Gems and Minerals, from New York-based artist Robert Bentley:
All that, PLUS our in-house handmade collections… maybe you’ll find something to buy for Mom after all! And if you're really stumped, remember we have Gift Certificates available in ANY denomination. Happy May!!!
April Events Forecast
Here's a quick peek at the event's schedule for the next few weekends. See you Downtown!
- "Good People" @ Sixth Street Theater - Weekends in April. Racine. Click here for info.
- DRAW - Downtown Racine Art Walk - April 16th 3-7p.m. Racine. Click here for info.
- Get Behind The Arts Studio Tour - April 22-24th Racine & Kenosha. Click here for info.
Be sure to check out the current exhibits at the Racine Art Museum and Racine Arts Council. Click on the names for more information. HAPPY SPRING!!!
April Foolin' - play "Know Your Bling"!!!
April 1st is the first First Friday of the season, and we're playing "Know Your Bling"!!!
In honor of April's Birthstone, Diamond, we're holding another stone guessing contest. Stop in the store on April 1st, from 10am - 9pm, and try your hand at Diamond identification! Guess which stone is Diamond from the contest tray to be entered into a drawing for a super-sparkly AMS Sterling Silver and Cubic Zirconia pendant! Guess wrong? AMS's knowledgeable staff will be there to educate you on how to tell the difference in the future.
One guess per customer. The winner of the drawing will be announced on Saturday, April 2nd.
Shine on!!! See you there!
LUCKY YOU! 20% off In-Stock Green-Stone Items on March 19th!
Downtown Racine's Annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade is on March 19th from Noon-1p.m. All day here at AMS we'll be offering 20% off of ALL in-stock GREEN items: from Emerald stud earrings to loose Green Tourmaline gems... IT'S YOUR LUCKY DAY!!! Click here for more information about the parade. Click through the gallery below for some GREENspiration!
Spring Flings: Easter and Beyond
It's almost here...! In just a short while we'll be turning our clocks and springing into our petal pushers. Here's a click-through inspiration gallery to get you ready- lots of pastels and some classic Aquamarine for March. It's a great time to have your pieces checked and cleaned, so stop in and see us or make an appointment!
Now if only the last of the snow would melt...
Win Roses and chocolate this Valentine's Day!
We are helping celebrate this Valentine's Day by offering the chance to win a dozen beautiful long stemmed Red roses and Ghirardelli dark chocolate! All purchases made between February 1st and 12th are eligible for a drawing to win! Two lucky winners will be selected the evening of Friday, February 12th and will be able to pick up the prizes on Saturday , February 13th. Good Luck, see you soon.
Valentines Day Gift Ideas
Click through the gallery below to see some great ideas of currently in-stock merchandise! Call 262-633-0545 or stop in with any questions about prices and sizes. Happy shopping!!!
One-Day Diamond Jewelry Sale! Saturday, January 16th
FLASH FREEZE SALE!
In honor of this weekend's Big Chill snow carving competition, we're hosting a one day ICE SALE! Saturday (January 16th, 2016), take 20% off of all in-stock Diamond jewelry. This includes any set Diamond in our inventory: everything from classic pieces like Diamond engagement rings and Diamond stud earrings, to semi-precious gemstone rings with fancy color Diamond side stones! (So sorry, but the sale cannot be applied toward loose Diamond inventory, special orders, repair work, or custom work.)
Saturday is also the day that public voting begins for The Big Chill carving competition! It's a great day to bring the whole fam over to Downtown Racine.
Don't miss it! See you Saturday!
Lookin' For Fun This Winter?
Downtown Racine and the surrounding area have the antidote for your January restlessness. Even through the coldest months, there's always something to do! Our city has internationally recognized art museums, galleries featuring the best in handmade functional and sculptural objects, and great shopping, food, drinks, and views to boot!!! Click on the special event titles below to be linked to more information, or take a day to stop Downtown just for shopping and lunch!
Have fun making discoveries of your own! So much to see and do! Thanks for visiting!!!
- Jeans Jazz Series - Hosted at the Racine Theater Guild, January 9th, this is the first in a series of four events. This performance will feature Kirk Tatnall and Jeannine Rivers as well as Orquesta Nabori. Click on the name of the event or HERE for more info.
- Watercolor Wisconsin - At Charles A. Wustum Museum (Tues.-Sat. 10am-5pm FREE), a collection of art using water-based media. An annual favorite, this show is not to be missed! Click on the name of the event or HERE for more info. Runs now thru April 23, 2016.
- The Big Chill - Hosted at Downtown Racine's Monument Square, January 15-17th, teams of artists work to carve sculptures from 6'x6'x10' (5,ooo lb.!!!) blocks of snow. Don't miss your chance to see these amazing works in person and vote for your favorite! There will also be ice sculptors carving from small blocks in front of the shops along Main and Sixth Streets. Click on the name of the event or HERE for more info.
- Design for Murder - The current show at the Racine Theater Guild! Click on the name of the event or HERE for more info. Running weekends in January.
So shake off those winter flurries and get on out for some winter fun!!! See you Downtown!
Holiday Event Schedule!
With winter just around the corner, we're announcing our upcoming schedule of events for the 2015 Holiday Season! In addition to the events listed below, we'll also be extending our weekend hours beginning November 28th thru Christmas (Saturdays 10am-5pm and Sundays 11am-3pm).
Let Color Fall into your Autumn Look!
It's hard to believe it's already October! Along with a new month comes not only a new "First Friday" (October 2nd until 9p.m.), but a new set of seasonal colors to boot. Try adding some brighter burgundys to the stand-by oranges and siennas. A crisp bright blue or purple can be the perfect unexpected compliment to take your look to a whole new level! Here's a gallery of Autumn-inspired jewelry to punch up your Fall wardrobe:
Get Ready to Party on the Pavement!
Racine's biggest outdoor celebration is back once again! This Saturday, September 26th (from Noon-7pm), Downtown Racine will close off motor-traffic on Main Street and 6th Street and host it's annual block party "Party on the Pavement". Be a part of our neighborhood and enjoy live music, art, food, drinks, shopping, and more! See you there!!!
New Mokume Gane by Christopher Sklba
Chris has been working on several brand new Mokume Gane designs: seamless bracelets, rings, and more handmade one-of-a-kind wearable art. Click through the gallery below to take a sneak peek, or stop in the store to see them in person. Custom work available by appointment.
First Friday, August 7th
It's almost that time again... FIRST FRIDAY! Join us in beautiful Downtown Racine for an evening of shopping, dining, and entertainment. As always, we'll have complimentary refreshments and desserts for your enjoyment as you browse in our relaxed gallery-style jewelry store. This month we're featuring August's Birthstone, PERIDOT!
Click through the gallery below to see some of our favorite Peridot jewelry we've made from throughout the years. And click here for more information about First Fridays.
See you Downtown!!!
Closed for Vacation July 13th-17th
Hello, wonderful friends and customers! Just a reminder that we will be closed next week (July 13th-17th) for our annual vacation. Calls and emails will be returned the following week. Sorry for any inconvenience! We will return to normal store hours on Saturday, July 18th.
But don't fret! Here's a click-through gallery of some sweet jewelry images to get you through the week:
Fourth of July in Downtown Racine!
Happy Fourth of July!!! Celebrate in style in Downtown Racine. The party starts with our First Friday celebration on July 3rd. Participating shops and galleries on Main Street and Sixth Street will be open until 9pm. Click here to learn more about First Friday. Then check out the fabulous Fourth Fest Parade and Fireworks on July 4th! Click here for more information about Fourth Fest. See you Downtown!!!
Looking Forward to June- What to buy for Dads and Grads
In preparation for the upcoming shopping season, we've made an idea gallery of great items for Dads and Grads. Shopping for both? We carry a collection of handcrafted jewelry, as well as an excellent collection of titanium watches for both men and women. Shopping for Dad? Check out the complete line of titanium menswear. Shopping for the Grad in your life? Most pieces can be engraved with a name, date, or other sentiment- perfect for such an important gift! View the ideas slide show below or stop in our store to see new items finished daily!
And don't forget about A.M.S. gift cards, the perfect gift for the impossible-to-shop-for!
WIN THIS PEARL PENDANT!
Enter our “Moms and Memories” contest for a chance to WIN THIS PEARL PENDANT!
Post your favorite jewelry memory involving your Mom on our wall and we’ll pick one lucky winner at random. Do you have a Diamond that’s been passed through the generations? A strand of your Mother’s Pearls? Costume jewelry from her childhood? Whatever the memory, we want to hear it! Photos are encouraged, but not required. Click here to be directed to our Facebook page.
To qualify, entries must be received before Midnight CT on May 9th. One entry per person. If you’d rather not post, you can enter by stopping in our store with your Mom between now and May 9th. Just mention this contest! Good luck and Happy Mother’s Day!!!
Legal: This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook.
AGATE - May's Other Birthstone
DID YOU KNOW: May has an alternative birthstone, and it's Agate! Emeralds are amazing, rare, and beautiful- but if green isn't your color, consider Agate! At Art Metals Studio, we have an amazing collection of Agate from all over the Earth. Agates have an almost endless variety of colors and patterns, perfect for every style! Pick out your favorite for a custom piece of jewelry or the start of your own collection. In store specials all month!
Click here to learn more about Agate.
Click through the short slideshow below to see the amazing range of Agate!