Downtown Lowell Blog: Upcoming Events in Greater Lowell, June 30

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"Moderation. Small helpings. Sample a little bit of everything. These are the secrets of happiness and good health."

-- Julia Child

Cultural Organization of Lowell seeks board nominations, deadline is July 20

The Cultural Organization of Lowell is holding its Annual Meeting on August 17, 2011. At this time, the board is seeking nominations to serve on the board at two and three year terms. If you are interested, please send a resume and a letter of intent to lznunn@lowellma.gov by July 20, 2011 at 5pm. To learn more about COOL, please visit: www.cultureiscool.org or call 978-446-7162.

Ideally, a Board of Director candidate should demonstrate notable achievements in art, culture, the creative economy, business, education and/or public service; bring a range of skills, diverse perspectives and backgrounds to its deliberations; should believe in COOL’s mission of providing general support to the many cultural activities and institutions in the community through coordination, collaboration, outreach, and promotion; be able to adhere to COOL’s standards of creating a high quality cultural environment that offers appealing experiences to the City's diverse population; and which encourages people to participate in making, presenting, and preserving the culture of their community.

Lowell Al Fresco: Festive Summer Fridays, through August 26

Celebrate summer Fridays in downtown Lowell with live music, poetry, "Live Art" events, ArtWalk Lowell & more! Some events are weather permitting. More information: www.cultureiscool.org/LowellAlFresco

13 Points of View opening reception at the Brush Art Gallery, TONIGHT (June 30)

Meet the featured artists at tonight's opening reception for 13 Points of View from 5-8pm at the Brush Gallery and Artists' Studios. More information: www.thebrush.org

Local musician Tim Bergeron performs at Concerts on the Corner, TONIGHT (June 30)

2008 Lowell Idol winner Tim Bergeron performs tonight at 7:30pm at Concerts on the Corner, Athenian Corner's Thursday outdoor music series. More information: www.atheniancorner.com

Independent Film Night at the Pollard Library, July 14

If I Want to Whistle, I Whistle screens at Pollard Library's Independent Film Night, Tues., July 14 at 6:30pm. More information: www.pollardmlibrary.blogspot.com

Tsongas Center Backyard Series, starts TONIGHT (June 30)

The Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell presents the Backyard Music Series: Six Thursday Nights from 6-8pm starting June 30. More information: www.TsongasCenter.com

Volunteer at the 25th Annual Lowell Folk Festival, July 29-31

Volunteer opportunities are currently available at the 25th Annual Lowell Folk Festival, July 29-31! More information: www.lowellfolkfestival.org or e-mail Lowell_NHP_Volunteers@nps.gov

Civil War collectors cards now available at Lowell National Historical Park

The "Lowell series" of the National Park Service's Civil War Collectible Trading Cards are now available at the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center. More information: Click here

First Saturday at Western Avenue Studios, July 2

The 200+ artists at Lowell's Western Avenue Studios open their art spaces to the public for shopping & visiting every First Saturday of the month from 12-5pm! More information: www.westernavenuestudios.com

Cast your vote during 2011 ArtWalk Lowell, through July 31

Walk, vote, ENJOY! View downtown Lowell window art created by local artists & cast your vote for "People's Choice!" More information: www.cultureiscool.org/artwalklowell

Street performers & artists wanted for Lowell Al Fresco Summer Fridays!

Calling all buskers, artists, dancers, poets & street performers! Be a part of the festive atmosphere of Lowell Al Fresco Summer Fridays! More information: www.facebook.com/LowellAlFresco or 978-674-1483

Hoop Dance & Costume Party at Billerica Farmer's Market, July 4

Allyson Makiej

Join Allyson Makiej, the Hoop Doctor, for a hula hoop show and "Hoop and Dance Costume Contest & Party" at the Billerica Farmer's Market, Mon., July 4. More information: www.fullmotionfamily.com

Boston's Great Molasses Flood of 1919 is discussed at the Pollard Library, July 7

The Pollard Memorial Library's non-fiction book club will discuss "Dark Tide: The Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919" on Thurs., July 7 at 6:30pm. More information: www.pollardml.org

Ribbon-cutting ceremony at Lowell's Appleton Mills, July 5

The public is invited to the official Ribbon-cutting ceremony at Appleton Mills, Lowell's newly built artist live-work space, on Tues., July 5, 2pm. More information & RSVP: reception@trinityfinanical.com or 617-7208400, ext. 10

"Full Moon Parties" at UMass Lowell's 50 Warren Restaurant

UMass Lowell's 50 Warren Restaurant at the Inn & Conference Center presents "Full Moon Parties" featuring live music & riverside patio dining. More information: Click here for details

Upcoming Events at the Chelmsford Public Library

The Chelmsford Public Library presents an array of upcoming programs including the Chelmsford Jelly and World Wide Wednesdays. More information: www.chelmsfordlibrary.org/

Free "Pops" concert at Shedd Park Pavilion, July 10

The Lowell Philharmonic performs light classical, 'pops', and patriotic favorites at Shedd Park Pavilion, Sun., July 10 at 3pm. More information: www.lowellphilharmonic.org

Share your feedback on Lowell's Arts & Culture events

Share your opinion on Lowell's arts & culture events by completing this brief survey prepared by the Lowell Cultural Council. Complete the survey at www.surveymonkey.com/s/6GJNJP2

About the COOL Cultural E-newsletter

The COOL Cultural E-newsletter is emailed every week by the Cultural Organization of Lowell (COOL) in conjunction with the Lowell Cultural Roundtable. News items for consideration may be sent to scromwell@lowellma.gov. Please limit description to no more than two lines of text and include full contact information and URL if applicable.

Deadlines: To insure your posting is in the coming week's e-blast, we must receive it by the previous Friday.

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If there is an upcoming event that you would like to put on the COOL calendar (www.cultureiscool.org), email scromwell@lowellma.gov for information.