 | | Title | June 16, 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 | | | Performers Wanted for Lowell Arts Festival | | Want to be a part of Lowell's thriving arts scene and local economy? Working on a performance to premiere in the Fall? COOL wants to talk to you! We have an excellent dance and music performance opportunity coming up and would like for your talented group to be involved. Upcoming Event: From Sept. 25-27, downtown Lowell will host our first ever Arts Festival, a new component of Lowell Open Studios. We are looking for:
• Talented dancers and musicians to perform from noon to 5pm on Sat., Sept. 25 and Sun., Sept 26
• Performances of 5-10 minutes for dancers, 15-20 minutes for musicians Benefits for your group:
• Opportunity to perform for the 2,000 strong Open Studios audience
• Unique performance venues in galleries and outdoor courtyards
• A modest stipend through Destination World Please send the following information to jgavin@lowellma.gov by Friday, June 26: 1. Group Name
2. Performance Description and approximate running times
3. Any restrictions or requests pertaining to venue or performance | | | "Wandering Feet" at the Loading Dock Gallery | | Wander over to The Loading Dock Gallery to travel vicariously to Latin America. Pastel painter Bill Tyers and photographer Jack Holmes capture the essence of locations from Mexico to Colombia to Peru in their exhibit "Wandering Feet." Exhibit runs May 27-June 21, the Loading Dock Gallery at Western Ave Studios, 122 Western Avenue. Gallery hours are Wed.-Sun., 11am-4:30pm. More information: www.theloadingdockgallery.com or call Maxine Farkas at 978-349-8069 | | | Lowell High School Mural Reception | | The public is invited to a reception celebrating the unveiling of a mural at Lowell High School depicting over 175 years of Lowell High School's history in a global context. The research, design, and execution of the mural -- which spans more than 500 square feet -- was accomplished by the seniors in the Studio Art IV class under the direction of teacher Lisa Perkins and visiting artist Kathleen Cammarata. Enjoy a variety of refreshments while experiencing a visual history of Lowell High School. The student artists will also be available for questions during the reception.
Student Artists
Kyle Bielski
Florence Duah
Joyce Fombah
Anthony Gentles
Stephanie Guerra
Zachary Hallowood
Eric Ho
Amber LeBlanc
Stephanie Long
Laquan Miles
Jerry Poeung
Keosomnang Pos
Kevin Sim
Thomas Souphannarath
Matthew Swift
Amalis Vega
Nicole White
Kelly Yem Wed., June 17, 6:30-8pm, Lowell High School, in the foyer adjacent to the Library/Media Center (school building closest to Ayotte Parking Facility) | | | Green Building Film Screening at Tabocas Steakhouse | | The Lowell Green Building Commission and the Lowell Film Collaborative present the final film in their four-part Green Building Film Series. A Convenient Truth: Urban Solutions from Curitiba, Brazil, shows a city where urban solutions are not just theory, but a reality, and aims at sharing ideas to provoke environmentally friendly and cost-effective changes in cities worldwide. Innovations in transportation, recycling, social benefits, seasonal parks, and the processes that transform cities are all explored. Come be inspired, and learn what makes Curitiba one of the most livable cities in the world! As a tribute to the film's subject matter, the screening will be held at none other than Tabocas Brazilian Steakhouse, one of Lowell's newest dining destinations. All are invited to stay for dinner after the film to enjoy delicious, Brazilian cuisine served Rodizio style.
See more of Tabocas and view a menu at www.tabocassteakhouse.com. Learn more about A Convenient Truth at: http://mariavazphoto.com/curitiba.html Thurs., June 18, Tabocas Brazilian Steakhouse, 26 Andover St., Lowell
6:30pm (meet & mingle)
7pm (showtime)
8pm (dinner) More information, contact lowellfilmcollaborative@live.com or visit:
The Lowell Film Collaborative: http://lowellfilmcollaborative.org
The Green Building Commission: http://greenbuilding.lowellma.gov | | | Explore & Celebrate African Culture | | The African Festival is one of the major activities sponsored by the African Cultural Association, Inc. The event continues to attract Africans and lovers of African culture from all over Massachusetts and beyond. This Festival has also opened up an opportunity for Africans to unite with their African-American brothers and sisters as they continue to influence each other through the richness of their shared cultures. Sat., June 20, 11am-7pm, Sampas Pavilion, Pawtucket Blvd, Lowell. More information: http://www.africanfestivallowell.org | | | Calling All Walkers | | Whole Armour International Church and Touch Missions will be having a Walk-a-Thon to raise money and help improve the lives of children in Africa. Please join us at the Walk for Orphans. The walk is approximately 3 miles and will begin at the Sampas Pavilion, continue over the Hunts Falls Bridge to Middlesex St., cross over the Rourke Bridge and then head back to the Pavilion June 27, 9am-4pm, Sampas Pavilion, Lowell Additionally, there will be a Press Conference on June 18 at 11:30 in the Mayor's Reception Room to help improve the lives of others, through Touch Missions. This organization is designed to improve the lives of children and their families around the world. More information: touch_missions09@yahoo.com | | | The Revolving Museum Presents... | | Teddy Bear Picnic The Pollard Memorial Library and The Revolving Museum present Teddy Bear Picnic. Join us for a morning of teddy bear stories and songs! Bring a snack to enjoy at the end of the morning. Children ages 3-5 are encouraged to bring their favorite Teddy Bear and must also bring their favorite adult. This event is free. Fri., June 19, 10am-11am, Pollard Memorial Library, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell. More information: to RSVP contact Elaina Bates at 978-937-2787 or ebates@revolvingmuseum.org Balloon Animal Workshop with Gustavo Garcia Come participate in this hands-on workshop while will teach both children (8+) and adults how to make everyone's favorite balloon animals. You will make five of your own balloon animals to take home, plus your own hand pump and balloons to practice. This workshop is limited to 10 students; the cost of admission is $7. Sat., June 20, 2pm-3pm, Revolving Museum, 22 Shattuck St., Lowell. More information: to reserve a spot contact Elaina Bates at 978-937-2787 or ebates@revolvingmuseum.org. Members After Dark Join us for another wonderful Members After Dark Event! Enjoy the company of your fellow members while creating your own art masterpiece. Members are encouraged to bring a friend who is interested in learning more about becoming a member. Light refreshments will be served. This event is free. Thurs., June 25, 7pm-9pm, Revolving Museum, 22 Shattuck St., Lowell. To RSVP please contact Elaina Bates at 978-937-2787 or ebates@revolvingmuseum.org.
More information: www.revolvingmuseum.org
| | | "Pajama Jam!" with Bernadette Baird | | Put on your jammies and join Bernadette Baird from Bright Day Music for a comfy and cozy musical experience at the library. Children and their grownups will learn new songs and move to the rhythms. This program is intended for children age three and younger. Space is limited, registration is required. To register, please call or stop by the Youth Reference Desk beginning June 8. "Pajama Jam!" has been funded by the Family Foundations Network. The Family Foundations Network is a program funded by the Department of Early Education and Care and managed by Community Teamwork, Inc. Mon., June 29, 6pm, Pollard Memorial Library, 401 Merrimack St, Lowell More info: www.pollardml.org or call 978-970-4122 | | | Green: More Than a Color | | Resident artists of the Brush Gallery showcase their works at this unique exhibition where all the artwork... is green! All the pieces are created with natural or recycled materials, are literally green, or showcase projects that are environmentally friendly. Featured artists include Gay Tracy, Will Winslow, Donna Murray, and Chrissy Hungate. This event runs from Wed., June 24 - Fri., Jul 31. Also, join the Brush Gallery and other studios, plus various environmentally-minded organizations in Lowell, for the opening party for Green: More Than a Color on Sat., June 27, 2pm-4pm. There will also be a preview party on Thurs., June 25, 7pm-10pm. Admission is $10. Brush Gallery and Studios is located at 256 Market Street, Lowell. More information: contact Gay Tracy at gaytracy@comcast.net or 978-459-7819. | | | Summer Music Series - Concerts for Kids | | The Lowell Summer Music Series announces its Free Fun For Kids series, featuring ten free children's concerts, presented by the Lowell National Historical Park and the Lowell Festival Foundation. The Lowell Summer Music Series is a self sustaining, not for profit music series presenting the best in blues, folk, classic rock - and children's music - in the most beautiful and intimate outdoor amphitheater in New England. • Curious Creatures
• Ben Rudnick & Friends
• Dinoman
• L'il Iguana Safety Show
• Julie & Brownie Healthy Choices
• Mariana Iranzi
• Judy Pancoast
• The Yo-Yo People
• Angkor Dance Troupe
• Double Vision Wed. and Thurs., July 8th through August 13th, Boarding House Park, Lowell. More information: www.lowellsummermusic.org or call 978-970-5200 Contact for Artship Enterprise is Jennifer Ehlert: 978-654-6691 Ext. 104, jehlert@comteam.org | | | Lowell Summer Music Series | | Save the date! The Lowell Summer Music Series is coming up soon. This non-profit program is committed to bringing great music to Lowell - artists such as Los Lobos (who will be kicking off the Series), Ani Difranco, Dar Williams, Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul, and Gaelic Storm will be performing in the fantastic outdoor venue at Boarding House Park. Thurs., Fri., Sat., runs June 27 through Sept. 18, Boarding House Park, 40 French Street, Lowell More information: P.O. Box 217, Lowell, MA 01853 or http://www.lowellsummermusic.org/ | | | Third Saturday Nights' Smooth Jazz at Tabocas | | Stanley Swann is back for more of Lowell's Third Saturday Nights' Smooth Jazz! Come enjoy great music at Tabocas Brazilian Steakhouse located minutes outside downtown Lowell. Cover charge: $10
June 20, 7:30pm, Tabocas Steak House, 26 Andover St., Lowell. 978-735-4115. Visit Tabocas Steakhouse at www.tabocassteakhouse.com
| | | Lowell Latin American Festival | | Save the date for this summer's Latin American Festival, celebrating Hispanic Cultures from around the world through their history, heritage, art, dance, and music. Sat., June 27. More information: lowelllatinamericanfestival@gmail.com or call 1-978-710-5338 | | | A Celebration of Quilts |  | | 2008's Best in Show Quilt, Wrought Iron Roses by Linda Roy | Save the date! The Lowell Quilt Festival is coming up later this summer. There will be exhibitions of quilts made by all ages, along with quilting demonstrations and various special exhibits, classes and lectures, quilt appraisals, and vendors.
Thurs., Aug. 6 - Sun., Aug. 9, Tsongas Arena, 300 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Lowell. For more information, please visit http://www.lowellquiltfestival.org/exhibits.shtml. | | | Calls to Artists | |
Lowell Open Studios & Arts Festival
September 26 & 27, 2009
Temporary Space Available
Anyone who has an artist's studio in Lowell may open his/her studio to the public provided he/she has registered with www.lowellopenstudios.org. Both the Arts League of Lowell and the Brush Art Gallery & Studios are offering temporary space to their members so that they may set up and sell artwork during Lowell Open Studios. The Brush is not charging for sales space, but you MUST register with the Lowell Open Studios organization. Lowell Open Studios is charging a $45 registration fee. For this your name and studio address will be listed in a special Artscope advertisement, a map, and your information and a sample picture of your artwork will be listed on www.lowellopenstudios.org. For other benefits, please read www.lowellopenstudios.org for details. For full information, contact Eileen Byrne at eileenbyrne777@gmail.com
"Herding Cats: An Open Juried Exhibition"
Brush Art Gallery and Studios, Lowell
September 26 - October 24, 2009.
This exhibition is being held in collaboration with the Billerica Cat Care Coalition, an all volunteer, no-kill organization that advocates for homeless and feral cats. The Brush Art Gallery will be hosting a fundraiser in conjunction with the exhibition. All proceeds from the fundraiser and sale of artwork will be shared with the Billerica Cat Care Coalition. The exhibition, which will celebrate cats in general, will also give the public and area youth an opportunity to learn about cats as they photograph and draw them during a feline "meet and greet" at the gallery
View the prospectus: http://www.thebrush.org/Documents/HerdingCats.pdf
"Alter-A-Tions Exhibition"
Experimental Art Gallery & Studio
July 3 - August 2, 2009
The Experimental Art Gallery & Studio is seeking entries for their second group show of 2009 on Salem's Artists' Row. This exhibition explores themes of alteration - what do you alter to suit your needs? Do you have an alter-ago? Does your work explore transformation? Entries are open to all artists over 18 years of age. All media is welcome, including: 2-D, 3-D, sculptural works, photography, mixed media, crafts and experimental works. All work must be original and have been completed within the last five years. Entries must be submitted via mail. Email entries will not be accepted. Provide one image for each piece submitted. Two images will be accepted for three-dimensional works. There is a $6 entry fee for each work submitted. Deadline for submissions: June 26. For a prospectus and entry form, please email: ex.art42@gmail.com | | | Call for Vendors | | The annual Salem Jazz and Soul Festival is seeking vendors for this year's event. This is the Festival's third year, and we'd like you to help make the 2009 season successful. Along with more conventional vendors, we are also offering free information-only booth space for qualified non-profit organizations. Forms must be in for consideration no later than Jul. 10, 2009. Sat., Aug. 15 - Sun., Aug. 16, Salem Willows, Salem. More information: for complete vendor application forms and information about the festival please visit www.salemjazzsoul.org/vendor_applicants.html. | |
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 Whistler House Museum of Art, www.whistlerhouse.org For a fuller listing of links see the COOL website, www.cultureiscool.org | | | This e-mail was sent from Cultural Organization of Lowell
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