 | | Title | May 7, 2009 | | | | COOL Cultural E-Blast is emailed every week by the Cultural Organization of Lowell in conjunction with the Lowell Cultural Roundtable. *Send new items to scromwell@lowellma.gov. *Deadlines: To insure your posting is in the coming week's e-blast, we must receive it by the previous Friday. *To subscribe, send an email to scromwell@lowellma.gov. The text should read, "I'd like to subscribe to the COOL cultural e-blast." *To unsubscribe, scroll down to the bottom of this e-newsletter and use the "SecureUnsubscribe" link. *If there is an upcoming event that you would like to put on the COOL calendar, www.cultureiscool.org , please email LZ Nunn at LZNunn@lowellma.gov to obtain a password. |
| | E-Blast Staff: Publisher: LZ Nunn, lznunn@lowellma.gov Editor: Suzzanne Cromwell, scromwell@lowellma.gov | | | Internship Opportunity at COOL | | The Cultural Organization of Lowell (COOL) seeks a motivated, energetic intern who wants to gain exposure and expertise in the fields of nonprofit art and culture communications & marketing. Under the general direction of COOL's Project Assistant, the Online Communications/Marketing Intern will compile, prepare, and upload (via Internet) the COOL Weekly Cultural E-newsletter. Title: Online Communications/Marketing Intern
Organization: Cultural Organization of Lowell (COOL)
Internship Period: May 2009 - August 2009
Status: Part time, 10 - 12 hours a week, unpaid Benefits:
* Gain insight and experience in online marketing and the PatronMail system
* Develop relationships within the cultural community - great for future networking!
* Get first-hand knowledge of exciting cultural and educational events in Lowell and surrounding cities and towns
* Work in Lowell's historic City Hall building in the heart of downtown Lowell Click here to download full information or contact Suzzanne Cromwell at 978-674-1483. | | | The Lowell Cultural Council Seeks Your Input! | | What do you want to see from the LCC? More programming? Lectures? Professional development? Exhibition support? Let the Lowell Cultural Council know! Come share your viewpoint at the Lowell Cultural Council's 2009 Community Input Meeting and take a part in shaping the LCC's 2010 funding opportunities. If attending the meeting, RSVP to: Federica Donna, fdonna@lowellma.gov For questions about the Lowell Cultural Council or if you are unable to attend the meeting but want to make your viewpoint known, contact the Council by mail at Lowell Cultural Council, P.O. Box 8686, Lowell, MA 01853 or email lowellculturalcouncil@gmail.com. Thurs., May 7, 6:30-8:30 pm, Lowell City Hall, Mayor's Reception Room, 375 Merrimack Street
The Lowell Cultural Council is a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
| | | May Events at the 119 Gallery | | Can You Hear Me Now?
The AstroDime Transit Authority (ATA) will celebrate historical (and inevitable) successes and failures of communications technologies. "Can You Hear Me Now?" commemorates the first Trans-Atlantic cable and examines positive outcomes from failure.
April 24- May 23, Reception May 9, 3pm Brom Yoga
Sat., May 2, 9am, $12-$16 Duck That!
Josh Jefferson, Steve Norton and Angela Sawyer, all doing duck calls.
Thurs., May 7, 8pm ATA Transatlantic Video Performance
Starts with a reception for ATA's gallery installation, "Can You Hear Me Now?," followed by a transatlantic video performance and a screening.
Sat., May 9, 3-9pm Melting Pot
Y Woodward of Rebel Chef Catering returns for her fourth installment of 'The Melting Pot,' a cooking demo series that focuses on the creating and experiencing the many ethnic cuisines of people in the Lowell area. It's a lively, hands on class that will give you all the info you need to whip up a fabulous Polish meal.
Sun., May 10, 12-3pm, $20/$25 advance/drop-in Lola Danza
Lola Danza sings, Nat Mugavero on drums, Eric Hofbauer on guitar and Walter Wright live painting.
Fri., May 15, 8pm. $5 Donation Low- Strung Ladies with Dr. T
Wisterax on cello and electronics, Dragonwoman on cello and voice and Noan Sender on percussion and voice With Dr T on visuals.
Sat., May 16, 8pm. $10 Donation More information: www.119gallery.org | | This Saturday! Outdoor Art Event Illuminates Harmony Park
| The Full Moon Celebration at the Harmonic Center of the Universe will take place in Lowell's Harmony Park! This event will feature an exclusive display of interactive sculpture created by renowned artists that will engage attendees and embrace the park with flowing light and music! Highlights for this family-friendly event include a full program of music, dance, and performances reflective of the community's diverse cultures, with light-themed art activities guided by the community's teen artists - Revolving Museum Vanguardian Art, Lowell Community Health Center Youth Coalition, United Teen Equality Center Fresh Roots and Community Teamwork Inc Artship Enterprise and Youth Build.
Sat., May 9 (rain date May 16), 6-10pm.
More information: www.revolvingmuseum.org
| | | Rebekah Wetmore at Loading Dock Gallery | | "People, Standing" - paintings by Rebekah Wetmore
Runs April 29-May 24.
Art Opening Fri., May 8, 6-9pm
Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Ave., Lowell. The Loading Dock Gallery is open Wed-Sun, 11am-4:30pm. More information: www.theloadingdockgallery.com | | | Margot Stage at Indian Hill Music Center | | ALL member Margot Stage will showw her fiber art at the Indian Hill Music Center in Littleton, May 1 - June 28. "Looking Up: Nests and Skies" features work from two recent series. Reception, Wed., May 13, 5:30-7pm.
Directions at www.indianhillmusic.org
More information on Margot Stage: www.margotstage.com
| | Independent & Local Film in Downtown Lowell!
|  | | Dazzling Melina Mercouri! | "Making an Historical Documentary"
A Festival of Film Shorts Created by UMass Lowell Students
Mon., May 11, 7:30 - 9:30pm
The Revolving Museum, 22 Shattuck Street
View a variety of documentary short-subject films created by UMass Lowell students as part of the University's new "Making an Historical Documentary" class. Complex and visionary, these very personal essays feature interviews with a variety of people who were of great importance to each filmmaker. Topics ranged from the history of a Dracut firehouse to the decades-long experience of a former Lowell mill worker. Project participants: Johanne Dumond, James Fergola, Sean Kleeman, Emily Lukin, Kyle Mendelson, Robert Perry, Harrison Quinn, Stacy Salo, Thomas Screnci, Peter Sheehy, Matthew Wagner, and Jonathan Whiting. Faculty: Chad Montrie, History Department.
More information: www.revolvingmuseum.org "Never on Sunday" [1960]
Mon., May 18, 7pm
Athenian Corner Greek Restaurant, 207 Market Street
Suggested Donation: $5
Part of the Lowell Film Collaborative's "Food & Film Series"!
When Homer (Jules Dassin) takes a trip to Greece, he meets free-spirited prostitute Ilya (Melina Mercouri) and arrogantly decides to become her Svengali in this internationally celebrated classic. Nominated for several Oscars won Best Song. Arrive early at 6pm and enjoy a wonderful Greek dinner (order off the menu) prior to the film! [Film shown in Greek with English subtitles]
More information: www.lowellfilmcollaborative.org "Going Green: Every Home an Eco-Home" [2007]
Presented by the Lowell Green Building Commission & the Lowell Film Collaborative
Thur., May 21
6:30pm: Refreshments, 7pm: Film Screening
Lowell HS Freshman Academy, John Street (across from Downes Parking Facility)
Narrated by environmentally aware actor, Tony Shalhoub (star of "Monk"). Come see how we can live earth-friendly lives on a limited budget, even in the middle of a city. Mixing humor with everyday, affordable examples at home, the film tours the original Eco-Home with a group of middle-school kids who discover first-hand some simple, inexpensive ways to become more earth-friendly. Great for families and school-aged children!
More information: http://greenbuilding.lowellma.gov or www.lowellfilmcollaborative.org "Scenes from a Parish" [2008]
Presented by the Lowell Film Collaborative
Tues., May 26, 7pm
Lowell Historical National Park Visitor Center
246 Market Street
Guest Speaker: Director James Rutenbeck
Recently screened at Boston's Museum of Fine Arts, the Boston International Film Festival, and Boston College, Scenes from a Parish follows the work of Reverend Paul O'Brien, a young, energetic, Harvard-graduate who presides over Saint Patrick Parish in Lawrence, Mass. Astounded by the label that Lawrence is the poorest city in the Commonwealth (and the 23rd poorest in the country), Rev. O'Brien's parishioners struggle to keep their lives in balance and learn to accept the incredible diversity that exists at Saint Patrick's.
More information: www.lowellfilmcollaborative.org | | | Spring Art Classes at the Revolving Museum | | Collage-Preserving Memories and Imagining Possibilities
Instructor: Jean Winslow
Photos or objects imbued with personal meaning will be incorporated into collages that enhance, expand and explore the original images. Follow a step by step process of selecting materials, designing and constructing collages that best express the intent of the artist and the true nature of the subject. Materials List: photos or photo reproductions, 2-D objects that can be glued to a surface, other personal materials to be applied to the surface, i.e. ribbon, braid, unusual paper, mementos, written material, scissors, x-acto knife, and colored pencils. Visit Jean Winslow at:
http://revolvingmuseum.pmailus.com/pmailweb/ct?d=H_JwfQGhABD-----AALNfA
Mondays: May 18, June 1, 8, 15, 29 (No class May 25, June 22), 7-9pm. Fee: $150/pp. Ages 18+ Painting with Watercolors: Part 2
Instructor: Don Sullivan
This workshop is a continuation of Painting with Watercolors. Further develop the basics of composition, watercolor techniques of wash, graded wash, wet on dry, wet on wet, lifting color, mixing color, and adding textures. New students are welcome but should have prior knowledge of basic watercolor techniques. Materials List: pad, watercolor paper, or sheets and board large enough to tape paper down, #5H pencil, gum eraser, (brushes)- #8 rnd, #4 rnd., #2 rnd., ½" or ¾ " flat, #1 fan brush optional, a starter kit of tube watercolors, or suggested colors in tubes: alizarin crimson, cerulean blue, cadmium yellow light, cadmium yellow deep, olive green, permanent green light, burnt sienna, burnt umber, prussian blue, paynes grey, a paint pallet, jar or glass for water. Visit Don Sullivan at: http://revolvingmuseum.pmailus.com/pmailweb/ct?d=H_JwfQGhABH-----AALNfA.
Tuesdays: May 19, June 2, 9, 16, 7-9pm. Fee: $112/pp. Ages 18+. Digital Photography for the Beginner
Instructor: Alyce O'Connell
Demystify the digital experience and get to know your camera. Cover technical and aesthetic skills that allow you to create beautiful images and prints. Classes held Wednesday evenings with the exception of one Saturday morning session (outdoor photo shoot with the instructor). Materials List: Digital Camera. Visit Alyce O'Connell at: http://revolvingmuseum.pmailus.com/pmailweb/ct?d=H_JwfQGhABIAAACbAALNfA
Wednesdays: May 20, 30* June 3, 10 (no class May 27), 6-9pm. Ages 18+. *Photo Field Trip, shooting outdoors, 10am-1pm Registration
To register for a class, contact Elaina Bates at 978-937-2787 or ebates@revolvingmuseum.org. | | | Spring String Fever | | Come & celebrate Spring with Vivaldi, Tango music & more! Free Admission. Performances by UMASS Lowell String Ensembles & Faculty, Kay G. Roberts, Director. Guest Artist: Violinist Elliott Markow. Sponsored by NEO (New England Orchestra)
Wed., May 13, 6pm, Eliot Church, 273 Summer Street, Lowell. 978-452-3383
| | | Storytelling in Lowell | | A Discussion of Immigration, Ethnicity, and Community Change
Come share your stories about immigration, ethnicity, and community change in Lowell. UMass Lowell professors and graduate students will discuss their work through a collaboration with the Lowell National Historical Park. Light refreshments served. RSVP by May 8 to UML Graduate Students Craig Thomas or Yingchan Zhang:
Craig_Thomas@student.uml.edu ; yingchan_zhang@student.uml.edu Sun.,May 14, 7-9pm, Revolving Museum, 22 Shattuck Street, Lowell | | | Enjoy Doors Open XTRAS! | | Don't miss Doors Open XTRAs during Doors Open Weekend, Friday - Sunday, May 15-17! special opportunities to enhance your Doors Open Lowell experience through interaction with design professionals or other special building-affiliated events. Doors Open XTRAs are free and no preregistration is required. However, building owners may reserve the right to limit attendance during certain times on a first come, first serve basis. See the full schedule of Doors Open XTRAS!
http://www.doorsopenlowell.org/events-1 More information on Doors Open Lowell, including downtown Lowell's Progressive Dinner event on Thurs., May 14!
www.doorsopenlowell.org Doors Open Lowell is sponsored by the Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, the City of Lowell, the Cultural Organization of Lowell (COOL), Doors Open Lowell, and the Lowell National Historical Park | | | Artists @ the Brush Go Green | | 27th Annual Exhibition, June 25 - July 31
Artists @ The Brush share various interpretations of "Going Green" - the color green, ecological perspectives of "going green" and various other statements are included in this exhibition. The art of Gay Tracy, Donna Murray, Chrissy Theo Hungate, and Will Winslow will be featured prominently among the 14 artists. Visit www.thebrush.org for directions, hours and special event information. Free admission during regular hours. Donations accepted. Wheelchair accessible. More information: Will Winslow at 978-459-7819 or willwinslow@msn.com | | | Mother's Day Photo Fundraiser | | Enjoy a day of photo shoots to fund-raise for the Friends of Western Avenue Studios (FoWAS), which was created to raise funds to purchase the building at 122 Western Avenue in Lowell, home to 180 artists! Cost: $150 (one sheet of prints, one pose). Credit cards accepted. Book a session with Meghan Moore at 978-452-6062.
Sat., May 9, 10am-4pm, Western Ave Studios, 122 Western Ave., #513, Lowell.
| | | Pottery Classes at Ancient Echos Arts Studio | | Take pottery this summer with Sharon Levy and Ancient Echos Arts pottery studio! Get all the details on Ancient Echos Arts pottery classes here!
Summer Session I: Adult Class Schedule 2009
Tuesdays, 11am-1:30pm, May 12-June 16
Wednesdays, 7-9:30pm, May 13-June 17
Thursdays, 7-9:30pm, May 14-June 18
New Adult Class
Tuesdays, 7-9pm, May 12-June 16
More information or registration: ancientechosarts@gmail.com or 978-869-2912 | | | Art Benefit for the Lowell Humane Society | | "Stories from the Shelter: A Benefit & Exhibit for the Lowell Humane Society"
Enjoy evening refreshments and a cash bar. All sales of artwork in the exhibit will go directly to the artists. Tickets: $20
Fri., May 15, 12-1pm, Loading Dock Gallery, Western Avenue Studios, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell.
| | | Art and Fine Craft Classes @ the Brush | | Jewelry, glass, weaving and textiles, drawing, pottery, pastels, collage and painting! All classes are taught by professional, experienced artists at our gallery/studio complex in downtown Lowell. For people who may have difficulty traveling such as seniors and special needs adults, we'll come to you! Adult Class Offerings: http://www.thebrush.org/educationAdultClasses.html Children's Class Offerings: http://www.thebrush.org/educationChildClasses.html Elders' Class Offerings: At the Brush or at your facility, our senior citizen's classes are fun and stimulating: http://www.thebrush.org/educationElders.htm Special Needs Adults' Class Offerings: We offer classes for all levels of ability here at the Brush or on-site at your facility: http://www.thebrush.org/educationSpecialNeedsAdults.htm Kids' Week: Free, and offered every February during school vacation week. In 2009 we offered: Greek Storytelling, Making Celtic Knots, Masks from Around the World, Making Artwork out of Recycled Materials. Registration is usually required. See the Lowell Sun News article and photographs from this fun event! http://www.thebrush.org/NewsArticles/KidsWeekMasks.htm Consider giving gift certificates to friends and family for any of our classes. Become a Brush Member!
http://www.thebrush.org/membership.htm | | | Calls to Artists | | Art in the Courtyard 2009 Call for Exhibitors
The Lowell Folk Festival, in collaboration with The Brush Art Gallery,
presents Art in the Courtyard Arts and Fine Crafts, a venue of the 23rd
Lowell Folk Festival, the largest free folk festival in the country. This exciting collaboration will provide an opportunity for visitors to view and purchase some of the finest art and fine craft works being produced. Art in the Courtyard will be held in the shaded, brick-lined courtyard between the National Historical Park Visitor Center and the Brush Art Gallery. Deadline: June 1 (delivery, not postmark). Exhibitors: If you are interested in exhibiting at Art in the Courtyard, please visit http://www.thebrush.org/AIC2009/ACRegistrationForm2009.pdf to download our application form. Please note: application and fee must be at the Brush Art Gallery and Studios by June 1 at 4pm. For application questions, email artcourt@thebrush.org.
ArtPrize
ArtPrize is the brainchild of Rick DeVos, a grandson of both the co-founder of Amway and the founder of the Prince Corp. It promises to create a unique annual celebration of the visual arts in Grand Rapids. Potentially hundreds of artists will display works in a
3-square mile area in downtown Grand Rapids - from parks and bridges
to bank lobbies, small businesses and traditional venues like museums.
The 16-day competition is scheduled to run Sept. 23-Oct. 10. Rather than rely on a jury of art experts to pick the winners, the competition will be decided by members of the public, who will vote on cell phones, online and other digital devices. Organizers say that the $250,000 first prize will be the world's most lucrative visual arts
award in the world. For details, visit: http://artprize.org/ Danforth Museum New England Photography Biennial 2009
The Danforth Museum of Art invites artists to submit up to five
photographs created within the last five years. Any New England resident
over eighteen years of age may enter. For the full prospectus and
application forms, visit www.danforthmuseum.org/newenglandphoto2009.html
. Submissions must be received by May 22.
For more information - Lisa Leavitt, Associate Curator: lleavitt@danforthmuseum.org or call 508-620-0050 ext 12.
Lowell Open Studios & Arts Festival
Registration is now open for this year's Lowell Open Studios and Arts Festival, September 26 and 27.
Download the registration flyer:
www.artsleagueoflowell.org/NewsItems/registrationflyer2009_2.pdf To skip downloading the flyer, take the shortcut to register: www.lowellopenstudios.org/registration.php You will have to register again, even if you were registered last year. Special offer to ALL members who do not have a studio in Lowell, but wish to participate in the Lowell Open Studios & Arts Festival event: the ALL Arts Gallery Committee is will provide exhibit spaces, within the gallery, for members who do not have a studio in Lowell. These spaces will be available on a first-come-first-served basis. You must register for LOS&AF and pay the full registration fee like any artist with a studio in Lowell. Use "ALL Arts Gallery" as your "Studio Name" when you register. | |
Links: Lowell Memorial Auditorium, http://www.lowellauditorium.com/eventlistings.aspx Merrimack Repertory Theatre, www.merrimackrep.org The Bridge Review: Merrimack Valley Culture, http://ecommunity.uml.edu/bridge/ Website for Lowell artists, www.lowellisart.com Art community chronicle, www.vyumagazine.com Arts League of Lowell, www.artsleagueoflowell.org Western Avenue Studios, www.westernavenuestudios.com Ayer Lofts, www.Ayerlofts.com The Brush Art Gallery and Studios, www.thebrush.org The Image Theater, www.imagetheater.com For a fuller listing of links see the COOL website, www.cultureiscool.org | | |
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