newARTS Art News for July 14, 2011 – A weekly service of newARTS, the Northeastern Wisconsin Arts Council. Our goal is to keep you informed and up-to-date on a wide variety of arts activities and opportunities available in the region. New information is provided in each edition.
For a weekly update of arts news from all over the state of Wisconsin, visit the "News and Events" page at http://www.newartscouncil.org.
ART SURVEY:
A very short survey from the ARTgarage! It will take only 5 minutes of your time but the information you share will be invaluable to us. Please click here to access a short, fun survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/6XCDZHL.
Thank you from Ellen Rosewall, Cathy Harden, Candy Gilmore and Allen Voelker, ARTgarage marketing committee! More information at http://www.artgarage.org.
ART CLASSES:
Mandala Meditation with Laural Virtues Wauters – Crystal Cave – Saturday, July 16th from 9 am to 12 Noon - Create a mandala inspired by crystal caves. You will experience a guided meditation to help you connect to the energy of crystals and receive a message that will reveal itself onto black paper using seven prisma-color pencils. No artistic experience is needed. Cost: $50, includes mandala supplies. Save $10 if you have attended a mandala class before and you bring your pencils.
To register for class e-mail Laural at laural@mandala.com. For more information, go to http://www.mandalashaman.com/?id=30.
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS:
Savour Green Bay Seeks Volunteers for the Children’s Area! To volunteer, email Arts Events, Inc. at nick@artseventsinc.com or call (920) 435-5220.
More information at http://www.artseventsinc.com/savour/.
GALLERY/STUDIO SALE:
Summer Long Open Studio! Marinette area artists are cleaning out their closets to make room for new summer pieces! Work will be on sale at discounted prices until September 30th. Work includes watercolors, oils, acrylics, sculpture, jewelry, fabric art and woodwork. Visitors are welcome Tuesday through Friday from 10 am to 6 pm and Saturday from 12 Noon to 5 pm or are welcome to call and schedule a visit anytime!
For more information, call (715) 923-5080. Studio located at W1446 Autumnwood Ln, Marinette WI 54143.
VISUAL ARTS:
Walnut Tunnel Art Unveiled! Artwork by Steve Fairfield and Patrick Marcus was unveiled on July 4th in the Walnut Street Tunnel featuring metal fish sculptures mounted to the walls, backlit by LEDs with motion sensors. Check it out on your way to the CityDeck this week!
For more information, go to http://www.ci.green-bay.wi.us/lifeoftheriver/index.html.
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The ARTgarage presents Lens End, A Photography Exhibit now open until July 30th! Five great photographers have gotten together to exhibit their work at the ARTgarage, featuring the works of Mike Riley, Brieanna Clothier, Craig Johnson, Lacie Kostka, and Michael Reinke. Open artist reception is Saturday July 16th from 6 to 9 pm. Admission is free and open to the public.
For more information, please e-mail theartgaragec4arts@sbcglobal.net or call (920) 448-6800 or go to http://www.artgarage.org. The ARTgarage is located at 1400 Cedar Street, Green Bay (located near the corner of Main and Baird in the Olde Main Street District).
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Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Art Gallery – Wounded and Tender: Studies in Courage and Compassion – On exhibit from July 18th through September 7th - Artist Colleen Cullerton Dunkel seeks to honor heroes who inspire this collection of abstract paintings and portraits. Many of the heroes are anonymous. Some are in professions that call for a certain level of valor. Others are victims who refuse to be beaten down by their circumstances. All risk being wounded by opening their hearts to tenderness. The works include portraits of and paintings by Kim Thornborough and Steve Champine, area artists willing to share their unique experiences facing life’s struggles and encouraging others at the same time.
The NWTC Art Gallery is located in the Library in the Student Center on the Green Bay campus. For Art Gallery hours, please go to http://www.nwtc.edu/library.
PERFORMING ARTS:
Summer in the Park –– Thursday, July 14th from 11:30 am to 2 pm – Talk of the Town (New Orleans Jazz) - Jackson Square Park - Concessions provided by St. Brendan's Inn, Los Banditos and Thibby’s Ice Cream. Free kids’ crafts on-site provided by the Green Bay Area Children’s Museum. The rain site for the event: The ARTgarage (1400 Cedar Street).
For more information, go to http://downtowngreenbay.com/summerinthepark.
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Leicht At Nite Concerts on the Fox – Thursday, July 14th at 6:15 to 10:15 pm – Panneck Blues Band - Leicht Memorial Park - 128 Dousman (across from Neville Museum) - Leicht at Nite returns for its third summer of Concerts on the Fox. The series features Green Bay area bands every Thursday night beginning on July 7 and continuing through August 31. Gates open at 5:30 pm. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged. However, no carry-ins of food or beverage is allowed. Free admission.
For the complete concert schedule and more details, http://www.leichtatnite.com
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Fridays on the Fox – Friday, July 15th – Green Tea (Celtic) presented by Koko’s Sushi Downtown from 6 to 9 pm - Head to the CityDeck this Friday with concessions by Hagemeister Park, including Titletown beer and Captains Walk wine. Concessions open at 5 pm. Parking in the Cherry & Main Street Ramps and Adams Street Lot.
For more information, go to http:// downtowngreenbay.com/fridaysonthefox.
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Cup O' Joy – Weekend Entertainment – Friday, July 15th – Disciple (metal rock) with guest, End of December - Show at 7:30 pm; doors open at 6:30 pm. Saturday, July 16th – Mike Mangione & the Union (singer/songwriter) - Show at 7:30 pm; doors open at 6:30 pm.
Cup O’ Joy is located at 232 S. Broadway, downtown Green Bay. For more information, call (920) 435-3269 or go to http://www.cupojoy.com. No cover charge - This evening is supported by your donation!
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Chefusion – Weekend Entertainment - Friday, July 15th at 8 pm – Stellanovas. Saturday, July 16th at 8 pm – Chris Salerno.
Chefusion is located at 307 N. Broadway, Green Bay. For more information, go to http://www.chefusion.com or call (920) 432-2300.
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The Attic Books & Coffee – John Kollman - Saturday, July 16th from 7 to 9 pm – Free and open to the public!
The Attic Books and Coffee is located at 730 Bodart St., Green Bay. More information at http://www.theatticbooks.com.
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Jazz at the Trout – Saturday, July 16th at 7:30 pm, doors open at 6:30 pm, featuring Gene Bertoncini on guitar, Zach Harmon on drums and Ike Sturm on bass. Tickets: Free for members; $10 non-members; $5 students. Live broadcast by 91.1 The Avenue. Advance tickets recommended.
The Trout Museum of Art is located in The Reigel Building, 111 W. College Avenue, Appleton. For more information, call (920) 733-4089 or go to http://www.troutmuseum.org.
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Live On Main – The Delta Jets (Americana) – Tuesday, July 19th from 5:30 to 8 pm in Whitney Park - Olde Main Street, Inc. is proud to bring back the second season of Live on Main. The event will feature live music acts as well as live art demonstrations each week. Concessions will be provided onsite by Three Corners Neighborhood Association, XS Nightclub and Thibby's Ice Cream. The event is proudly sponsored by Pomp's Tire along with a long list of community partners and supporters.
For more information, go to http://downtowngreenbay.com/liveonmain
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Dine on the Deck – Wednesday, July 20th from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm – Joel Ryan (pan flute & acoustic guitar) - Downtown Green Bay, Inc. is excited to bring back another season of Nicolet Bank's Dine on the Deck series. Vendors: Black & Tan Grille - Flash Blackened Tuna & Bruschetta; China Palace - General Tso's Chicken, Egg Rolls & Fruit Cup; The Daily Buzz - Wraps, Pasta Salads & Desserts; Fetaz Mediterranean Bistro - Chicken & Lamb Gyros; Koko Sushi - California Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll & Side Salad; Los Banditos - Chicken/Steak/Fish Tacos & CCQ & Chips; St. Brendan's Inn - Smoked Irish Sausage & Grilled Chicken Salad; Taste of the South - Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Jambalaya & Corn Bread; and Thibby's Ice Cream - Ice Cream Treats.
Call (920) 437-5972 or go to http://downtowngreenbay.com/dineonthedeck for details!
CULTURE AND COMMUNITY:
Butterflies & Friends Raffle Tickets Available! Think you can picture a Butterflies & Friends piece in your yard but can't afford the auction price? Buy a raffle ticket for $10 or 3 for $20 for your shot at a snail.
For more information, go to http://www.einsteinproject.org.
SAVE THE DATE:
Taste On Broadway – Thursday, August 4 from 5 to 11 pm - Taste is an award-winning event that draws thousands of people to downtown Green Bay for a night of fantastic food, friends and fun on the streets of the historic Broadway District. This is an opportunity for locally owned restaurants to showcase their unique menu items and promote their business. This year’s event will include 30 restaurants and live music featuring Big Mouth and The Power Tool Horns, celebrating their 20 year anniversary tour.
For more information, go to http://tasteonbroadway.com/.
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