Downtown Lowell Blog: Upcoming Events in Greater Lowell, May 12

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- Henry Miller

COOL presents “unPanel: Expand Your Creative Enterprise,” June 6

“unPanel” is a fun night of networking & idea-sharing for Greater Lowell Creatives! This unique series of informal roundtable workshops provides professional development advice & strategies for any artist. Space is limited, registration required. Mon., Jun. 6, 6-9pm, American Textile History Museum. More information: www.cultureiscool.org/unpanel or Hannah Hagman, hhagman@lowellma.gov, 978-674-1482

Loom Press celebrates local authors, May 22

Loom Press of Lowell hosts a release party on Sun., May 22, 2-4pm, to celebrate the publication of three new books written by authors who live and work in the Lowell area. Hear each author read from his or her work with content ranging from Lowell-inspired poems to oral histories of immigrant communities in Lowell, past and present. More information: http://loompress.com/latest_news.htm

The 10th Annual Doors Open Lowell, May 12-14

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Doors Open Lowell, May 12-14, is the community’s signature preservation, architecture, and design event. Get an inside look at over thirty of Lowell’s historic buildings, many not normally open to the public. More information: www.doorsopenlowell.org

TONIGHT! Percussionist Evelyn Glennie is showcased in the film Touch the Sound

Evelyn Glennie

The Arts League of Lowell & the Lowell Film Collaborative present Touch the Sound, Thurs., May 12, 6:30pm, part of their Film & the Arts Series. This stunning, inspiring film highlights Glennie's extraordinary career as an award-winning musician, made more remarkable by the fact that she is a deaf performer. The Space Recording Studio, Lowell. More information: www.lowellfilmcollaborative.org

Upcoming film events at the Pollard Library, May 12 & 14

Join the Pollard for these upcoming FREE film screenings: How I Ended This Summer (Thurs., May 12, 6:30pm) and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (Sat., May 14, 1pm). Pollard Memorial Library, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell. More information: www.pollardml.org

LTC celebrates their Grand Re-Opening, May 13

See Lowell Telecommunications Corporations' brand new home and get a first-hand look at what all the buzz is about including their state-of-the-art studio, a Green Room/Lounge, and a new art exhibition space. Fri., May 13, 5-8pm, 246 Market St., (across from the Visitor Center). More information: www.ltc.org

fufu & oreos, created & performed by Obehi Janice, May 13-22

Obehi Janice

In her one-woman show, Lowell-native Obehi Janice soulfully contemplates her multiple identities: Nigerian-American, Black Female and Christian. Sat., May 14 show includes special reception with traditional Nigerian food. May 13-22, 119 Gallery. More information & tickets: www.fufuandoreos.com

Lowell Philharmonic Orchestra free performance, May 13

Winston Huang

The Lowell Philharmonic Orchestra presents a free pops concert, Fri., May 13, 8pm, at the Pawtucket Congregational Church. The concert features 15-year-old pianist Winston Huang performing Franz Liszt. Other pieces include music from Eugene Onegin, Lord of the Rings, and Johann Strauss. More information: www.lowellphilharmonic.org

Drawn to the Music event benefits young musicans and artists, May 15

Drawn to the Music, May 15, 3pm, features the UML String Project & the Lowell Youth Orchestra performing while young artists of the Revolving Museum paint to the music. Artwork will be auctioned off to benefit the young musicians and artists. Free and open to the public. Durgin Concert Hall, UMass Lowell South Campus. More information: Kay G. Roberts, kaygroberts@aol.com

Call for Submissions: City of Lowell's new mobile marketing bus

Ever thought about designing public art that travels? The Cultural Organization of Lowell (COOL) is hosting an artist design competition for the recently acquired mini-bus that will travel around the region as a mobile marketing experience promoting the City of Lowell. Submission deadline: June 8. More information: Click here for submission details

LP&CT hosts a Birding Walk and Doors Open Lowell event, May 14

Historic Spaulding House

Spend the day with Lowell Parks & Conservation Trust at these upcoming events: Birding Walk, Sat., May 14, 7-9am, and a visit inside historic Spaulding House (c.1760) during Doors Open Lowell, Sat., May 14, 2-5pm. More information: www.lowelllandtrust.org or 978-934-0030

Stephen O’Connor author event at Pollard Library, May 19

Local author Stephen O’Connor comes to the Pollard Library for a reading from his newest work The Spy in the City of Books. A book signing follows the reading. Free event. Thurs., May 19, 7pm, Pollard Memorial Library, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell. More information: www.pollardml.org

Lowell Jazz Day Camp hosts a special Open House at The Space, May 23

Learn more about Lowell Jazz Day Camp, Mon., May 23, 6:30-8:30pm at The Space! This special Open House is a great way to meet & hear a performance by Jazz Day Camp faculty, tour the facility, and get a special reduced rate for the camp and/or apply for a scholarship. More information: www.inthespace.net

The Gentlemen Songsters at the Butler Middle School, May 21

The Gentelmen Songsters

The Lowell Gentlemen Songsters present their 25th Anniversary show, May 21, 7:30pm, at the Butler Middle School. Also appearing are renowned jazz quartet "Syncopation" and the internationally ranked women's quartet "Boston Accent.” More information & tickets: www.gentlemensongsters.org/show/

“Tre Artisti in Sicilia” on exhibit at Centro Restaurant & Bar, through June 25

Byzantia by Jean Winslow

In May 2010, three Lowell artists convened together in a charming villa high in the Madonie Mountains of Sicily near the ancient seaside town of Cefalu. See the inspiring work that came from their enchanting visit! Reception: Sun., Jun. 12, 1-3pm. Centro Restaurant, 24 Market St., Lowell. More information: http://vyumagazine.blogspot.com/

Simplicity on exhibit at the Whistler House Museum of Art, through June 22

See works by Almerinda Silva and Peter Kostoulakos in "Simplicity," on view at the Whistler House Museum of Art through June 22. Artist reception will be Sat., Jun. 11 from 2-4pm. More information: www.whistlerhouse.org

2011 Lowell Photography Contest, through September 1

Lowell National Historical Park announces their second photo contest highlighting Lowell’s impressive preservation efforts and its distinct cultural landscape. This year’s contest includes two special submission categories for photos featuring historic preservation or cultural activities. More information: www.nps.gov/lowe

National recognition for Lowell's Revolving Museum

Lowell's Revolving Museum has been selected as a National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award national finalist by the Presiden's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities! The Revolving Museum was named one of 50 finalists for 12 national awards, which will be announced by the end of June. More information: www.revolvingmuseum.org

Extras wanted for new Kevin James film shooting at Tsongas Center in May

Calling all residents! Columbia Pictures is filming Here Comes the Boom (starring Kevin James of King of Queens, Salma Hayek, Henry Winkler and more) in Lowell and extras are currently needed for spectator shots - no acting experience required. Dates: May 16-20, 23 & 25. More information: www.onsetproductions.com

ARTicle Fashion supports the Revolving Museum

Support the Revolving Museum’s new youth initiative, ARTicle Fashion, by purchasing handcrafted polished brass and stainless steel necklaces created by young artists in collaboration with Olin College of Engineering student Luis Gutierrez. More information: www.articlefashions.com

Open call for musical group talent

Calling local bands! The Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell seeks bands to play a 2-hour set outdoors on the back lawn along the canal during a Thursday night Summer Music Series. Must be family-friendly. More information: Jennifer Kelly, Jennifer_kelly@uml.edu or 978-934-5761

Sustainability Snapshots Photography Contest

What do you want to pass on to future generations? Share your vision of Lowell! Enter the Sustainability Snapshots Photography Contest for a chance to win a season pass to the Lowell Summer Music Series! More information: Click here

Merrimack Repertory Theatre receives award from the Kresge Foundation

Congratulations to Merrimack Repertory Theatre on the receipt of a $325,000 grant from the highly-competitive “Facility Investment and Building Reserves Program” of the nationally-known Kresge Foundation! More information: http://www.merrimackrep.org/home/News.aspx?NewsId=105

For The Birds exhibit at the Brush Gallery, through June 18

Juried by ornithologist David Allen Sibley, this exhibit of paintings, photographs, fiber art, mixed media & sculpture celebrates birds and their habitats. Funds raised from the exhibit will benefit local bird rescue efforts. Brush Gallery & Artists Studios, 256 Market St., Lowell. More information: www.thebrush.org

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