We have had a busy few weeks down at the Gateway Regional Arts Center! Great Motown music, wonderful Missoula Children’s Theatre, fun Open Mic Night, beautiful art by Arturo Sandoval, are just to name a few. But there is more to come so hang on to your cowboy hats and lets talk about what is coming to the Arts Center.
Arturo Sandoval’s contemporary weavings continue to be on display at the Arts Center Gallery. If you have not had a chance to see his work do come down and take a look. Arturo is a nationally and internationally renowned artist that has work all over the country. We are fortunate to have his art in our gallery to share with our community. Gallery hours are Tuesday – Friday: 10-5:00pm daily and on Saturdays: 11:30-4:30pm.
Taking place at the Arts Center now are workshops and classes for youth and adults. We have the following learning opportunities for youth: Papermaking on October 8th for grades 3rd-5th: noon – 3:00pm ($30); an After School Art Camp November 14th – 18th: 2:45-4:15 ($50). Both of these classes are taught by Cathy McGinnis.
For young adults and adults we have the following: Beaded Jewelry – Saturday October 22nd: noon – 4:00pm for ages 14 and up by Pam Henderson ($8 earrings, $10 bracelet, $12 necklace, $28 for a set); Yoga – 6 weeks on Fridays: 9:00-10:15am taught by Rene Hauk. Not too late to join ($60); and the Art of Couponing on Saturday, November 5th: noon – 2:00pm ($14.50) taught by Jessica Adkins. For more information on all of these workshops please call 859-498-6264. Sign up ASAP for our teachers need to make plans and there are size limits on some classes.
Sunday, October 9 at 7:00pm, we have a special opportunity to meet legislators and ask questions during a panel discussion at the Arts Center. The topic will concern the future of Not-for-Profits in Kentucky, including a discussion about their future funding.
Many of us work for Not-for-Profit Organizations, volunteer on their boards and as members. We have over 100 area Not-for-Profit Organizations that make a daily impact on the quality of life in our communities. This impact includes health, education, the arts, social issues, recreation, at risk youth, and so much more. If you are involved with an organization, or have an interest in Not-for-Profits, then I encourage you to join us for this free panel discussion Sunday. It will be held in the Lewis Apperson White Performance Hall at the Gateway Regional Arts Center.
Also taking place at the Arts Center on October 15th is the second annual “Super Awesome Fun Time” event for young adults. This event is sponsored by our Young Adult team who bring to you monthly the Open Mic Nights in the Arts Center Café.
The Court Day event will take place 8:00-10:00pm and will feature the music of two artists, Kenton Montgomery and Travis Hall. Also performing are two bands, The Deloreans and Anna Kline and the Grits & Soul Band. Great music and fun for all and tickets are only $5. Refreshments will also be available for purchase that night. For more information please call 498-6264 or visit the Gateway Regional Arts Center facebook page and online: www.gatewayartscenter.com.
This Young Adult team is also presenting Open Mic that takes place following Court Day on October 20th. This is a great opportunity to “get your feet wet” as an entertainer in front of a very supportive audience in a small performance setting. We have had wonderful singers, guitarists, creative writers, and many more take part in this evening of performances.
If you would like to perform please come between 6:30 and 7:00pm to sign up for a time slot. If you would like to be a part of the supportive audience come anytime after 6:30 to have a seat around our new café tables. Refreshments are available for purchase and support the work of the Young Adult team. This is a great way to spend a couple of hours enjoying the talents of others at the Arts Center and it is free to everyone.
Now I mentioned hanging on to your cowboy hats, well that is because “Cool Waters” is coming to town! “Cool Waters” is a group of performers that sing the traditional cowboy music that many of us grew up with. They are witty and a delight to listen to.
“Cool Waters” will be performing on October 29th in the Lewis Apperson White Performance Hall at the Arts Center beginning at 7:00pm. We will be having a Best Dressed children’s and adult Cowgirl and Cowboy contest that night too. So be sure to bring your little ones and yourself in your favorite cowboy outfit that evening.
Tickets are: $12.50 for adults; $20 for a family of 4; and for additional family members it is $5. This will be a family friendly fun event that you do not want to miss so please put the date on your calendar today and make plans to join us.
A quick look at our October Calendar:
- Arturo Sandoval on exhibit in the Gallery
- 8 – Papermaking class – noon-3:0pm
- 9 – Legislative Panel – 7:00pm
- 15 – Super Awesome Fun Tiime – 8:00pm
- 20 – Open Mic – 6:30pm
- 22 – Beaded Jewelry workshop – noon-4:00
- 29 – Cool Waters Cowboy Concert – 7:00pm
Please take time to enjoy these events right here in our own community and support the Arts! See you there.
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