As the Pencil is a “living” installation, it is sharpened annually with fanfare. Sharpening events showcase community figures, artists, and innovators. Over the years, the sculpture changes and evolves, just as the pencil in the hand of a student during the school year does.  

The program includes storytelling about the project and comments by the artist. The Belfast Cowboys will serve as house band during the festivities. Expect t-shirt giveaways, drum and bugle corps, ice cream and music. 

LOTI Pencil: the 3rd Sharpening
Lake of the Isles Pencil sculpture: 2217 E Lake of the Isles Pkwy
Saturday, June 15 • 1–3 PM