The 26th Annual Artists' Showcase at the Southwest Branch of The Seattle Public Library will be on display through the month of October during open hours at the Southwest Branch, 9010 35th Ave. S.W.

The Artists' Showcase is a non-juried, nonprofit exhibit. The exhibit will be on display at the branch from Sunday, Oct. 1 through Saturday, Oct. 28. A public reception with the artists will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1 at the Southwest Branch.

The reception is free, open to the public, and is a chance to discuss art with the artists in a low-key, friendly environment. No registration is required. Free parking is available in the branch parking lot. Coffee and dessert will be served.

Artwork will not be offered for sale at the Library, but artists can provide cards with their names and contact information to put near their displays. Visitors interested in purchasing artwork will be referred to the artists.

The reception is sponsored by the Friends of the Southwest Branch.