Vermont Calendar of events for the arts, humanities, and cultural heritage sponsored by the Memphremagog Arts Collaborative, Newport, VT
calendar of area events
If you have an arts, humanities, or cultural heritage event you would like posted here, please email us at: MACarts@live.com.
january 2010 february 2010 march 2010 20th - Carving Duck Decoys Learn how to carve an effective Basswood duck decoy with veteran woodcarver Allen Yale
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$40 (includes materials). Learn how to carve an effective Basswood duck decoy with veteran woodcarver Allen Yale. For novice wood carvers, this class covers tool sharpening, carving techniques, pattern layout, cutting blanks and painting. Bring carving tools if possible or contact Allen to purchase or borrow. Class will be held at Allen’s workshop in Derby, VT. Space limited, registration required. Directions available upon registration. Phone: 802-723-6551. Web: www.northwoodscenter.org
20th Summer Expo: Gateway Center in Downtown Newport 10am to 2pm. Learn about and sign up for programs/events/camps and more through area organizations including Newport Garden Club, Siskin Ecological Adventures, Northwoods Stewardship Center, IROC, Girl Scouts of America, Memphremagog Arts Collaborative, and more. Door prizes, raffles and refreshments.
March 27th - SwanDay 2010
In a world where it is so clear that we need to understand each other better, the arts are a powerful tool. SWAN Day ( Support Women Artists Now ) reminds us that there are thousands of women artists who are quietly enriching their communities and creating positive change every day. They may not be rich and famous; in fact, they are often making many sacrifices in order to do their creative work, but they are making the world a much more beautiful and thoughtful place.
MAC will celebrate Swan Day with our women members creating their magic for you at the Center all-day on Saturday, March 27th from 10 AM - 5:30 PM Hot cider and cookies will be served.
Scheduled Artists are Darlene Ratte, Ann Volatile, Isobel Marks, Andrea Strobach, Lynette Deming, LaDonna Dunn, Mary Brenner and Arlene Goldberg demonstrating paintng, jewlery making, basket painting, pottery, and weaving.
MAC Center for the Arts 138 Main Street, Newport VT.
28th - Hall House Parlor Concert - 2 PM
Samuel Read Hall House, at the Old Stone House Museum, Brownington, VT
"The Matthews Duo, classical guitarist Peter Matthews and flutist Wendy Matthews will perform in the beautifully restored parlors at Hall House, Old Stone House Museum on Sunday afternoon, March 28 at 2 pm. The program opens with music of the 20th century including
Astor Piazolla. The second half of the concert will feature music of 19th century guitarist Mauro Giuliani and others. Also being performed is contemporary composer Robert Beazer's Mountain Songs, which is rooted in folk music popular during the lifetime of Samuel Hall and Alexander Twilight." No charge but donations accepted.
april 2010 3rd - Spring Contra Dance - Enjoy foot-stomping music as you twirl your partner on the hardwood floors.
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
$10 (includes refreshments). Back by popular demand, the Mountain Folks bring together talented musicians from various parts of New England and Quebec and will share music from the mountains and the backwoods. Enjoy foot-stomping music as you twirl your partner on the hardwood floors. Bring your friends or meet them here. Jam session follows the dance. Phone: 802-723-6551. NorthWoods Stewardship Center, Ten Mile Square Rd. East Charleston, VT. Web: www.northwoodscenter.org
11th -Hall House Parlor Concert - 2 PM
Samuel Read Hall House, at the Old Stone House Museum, Brownington, VT
"String Band music and traditional American tunes will be performed by NEK favorites Daniels & McGinnis on April 11, Sunday afternoon 2 pm. The parlor at newly restored Hall House provides an early 1800's setting for this duo's fine acoustic music and vocals. This concert is second in a series at Old Stone House Museum in Brownington, Vt." No charge but donations accepted.
may 2010 14th and 15th -
24 Hours for the Arts - Capital Fund kick-off event for the Memphremagog Arts Collaborative
Details at Capital Campaign
Friday, May 14, 2010 3 - 8 PM
The Newport Municipal Building Gym
Join us for this new and exciting annual event.
We will be attempting to create the World's Largest Quilt made completely of Cupcake "Squares."
We will be the 'first' to do this kind of event.
Want to be a part this great event? Application and details HERE.
May 15th - 7 Solos ... A Musical Journey
Closing Program for the MAC 24 Hours for the Arts
What do a Hornpipe, Ocarina, Bagpipe, Recorder, Jaw's Harp, Double Pipes and Bone Flute all have in common?
... Him
Based on a recital of the same name, 7 SOLOS is a special recital on film. Wayne displays his virtuosity and versatility on 7 instruments performing music spanning 7 centuries.
Shot on location in Vermont, the film depicts 7 scenes of a wandering musician searching for his place in a strange world, a world that seems to be devoid of people at first.
Many of the instruments are as unusual as the settings they are played in- hornpipe, clay flute, hümmelchen (small bagpipe), baroque alto recorder, trump (jawsharp), double pipes and bone flute.
Join us as we welcome Wayne for a showing of this great short movie and then a live performance.
Wine and cheese reception following.
Tickets: $10 - available at the Center starting May 1st.
29th & 30th - Vermont Open Studio Weekend
Memphremagog Arts Collaborative
138 Main Street
Downtown Newport 802-505-1265
Join the members of the Collaborative as the join in this annual statewide celebration of art. Many members will be on hand creating their artistic magic.
10 AM - 5:30 PM both days.
30th - 11 am and 2 pm - Remembrance: A Memorial Workshops
In preparation for this special exhibit coming in July, (See July 11th below), Merilee Bowers, creator of the exhibit will conduct 2 workshops at the MAC Center.
They are limited to 20 people each and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Attend a Remembrance workshop- Participants will create abstract figurative sculptures to update Remembrance as new casualties are realized. Children 14 or younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
This is a Memorial in process and will continue until all fallen soldiers are represented. All materials provided. No fee required, however donations accepted.
Workshops are limited to 20 people at each. Dates and times will be listed in the calendar along with a registration application.
june 2010 july 2010 11th through Labor Day -Remembrance: A Memorial
Opening Ceremonies - Sunday, July 11th beginning at Noon. Memphremagog Arts Collaborative 138 Main Street
Newport, VT
Please visit the Remembrance webpage for other activities and dates associated with this event) Dedicated to US Servicemen & Women who have lost their lives in Iraq & Afghanistan as well as those who continue to serve...
Thus far, Remembrance consists of 4600+ abstract figurative sculptures, each one hand sewn, representing one American life lost in Iraq or Afghanistan. The figure is created using a single tea bag which has been steeped and dried. Tea water is used to dye fabrics and strips of paper containing the individual names of fallen soldiers. The intention of using tea is to infuse the figure and name with comfort and reflection. Tea is closely linked with healing, both physically and emotionally. In many cultures, tea is associated with ceremony and ritual. Shared socially with family and friends, it has an inherent commonality.
Each figure is hand sewn; no glue, tape or adhesives are used in creating the figure. Sewing alludes to concepts of healing; the closing of a wound, both emotionally and physically, as well as connections to family and friends. Sewing is also meditative and rhythmic. It is very comforting see participants reaching out and helping each other; threading needles, sharing materials, and reading the soldiers names that they had chosen to memorialize.
The abstract figurative sculpture is created to reference the human form, and therefore should not be a literal representation with all limbs and head intact. Many soldiers have been killed by IEDs. Many bodies are burned or torn apart. This tragedy is reflected in the form; figures are constructed with missing limbs and/or heads to mirror the harsh reality of war. This harshness is tempered with the care, meditation, and warmth inherent in the sewing process, as well as the bundling of fabrics infused with tea water during the dying process.
All figures include the name of the US service member represented. Some names are more visible than others. It is important to note that some individuals chose to first wrap the tea bag with the name, then bundle and sew the completed figure.
Nearly 1500+ individuals have contributed their time and energy towards this undertaking. After its initial conception in terms of materials, methods, and installation, the endeavor has evolved into a larger expression of empathy. Each abstract figurative sculpture, representing one American soldier killed in Iraq or Afghanistan, is left to the individual to design and construct. In this way, the memorial belongs to the masses. Its progress is influenced by the investment of each individual and continues to grow and evolve.
For detailed information on the exhibit, visit remembrance-memorial.org august 2010 september 2010
26th - Fourth Annual Arts On Main
Annual Fall Festival of the Arts along Main Street, Downtown Newport, VT
Presented by the Memphremagog Arts Collaborative
Details available in March
october 2010 november 2010 december 2010
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In a world where it is so clear that we need to understand each other better, the arts are a powerful tool. SWAN Day ( Support Women Artists Now ) reminds us that there are thousands of women artists who are quietly enriching their communities and creating positive change every day. They may not be rich and famous; in fact, they are often making many sacrifices in order to do their creative work, but they are making the world a much more beautiful and thoughtful place.
What do a Hornpipe, Ocarina, Bagpipe, Recorder, Jaw's Harp, Double Pipes and Bone Flute all have in common?
29th & 30th - Vermont Open Studio Weekend
Dedicated to US Servicemen & Women who have lost their lives in Iraq & Afghanistan as well as those who continue to serve...