ST. TAMMANY ARTS COMMISSION:
ARTS & CULTURAL EVENTS -
MAY 26 – JUNE 1, 2006. UPDATE.

 MESSAGES FROM THE ST. TAMMANY ARTS COMMISSION:

 ST. TAMMANY ARTS COMMISSION TGIF CONCERTS: SWING WITH LEIF PEDERSEN & THE D-DAY BAND.
FRIDAY, MAY 26. 6-8PM.

The very popular outdoor TGIF concert series resumes on Friday, May 26th, at 6pm with a FREE concert by the slick and hip D-Day Band featuring Leif Pedersen. The band will put some cool Swing in your spring! They are a real crowd pleaser. St. Tammany Parish Government and the St. Tammany Arts Commission, in cooperation with the Tammany Trace Foundation are pleased to announce the return of the TGIF Concert Series on the Tammany Trace. Concerts are held at the Tammany Trace Caboose, I-12 Exit 65 North, at the water tower on Koop Drive. This is an outdoor concert under the pavilion so bring your chairs and blankets, pack your picnic, and come down for a lovely event. Ice chests and food are welcome.  There is plenty of free parking adjacent to the Trace. If you have any questions about the TGIF Concerts on the Tammany Trace please visit our website at www.stpgov.org  or call 985-898-5243.  

ST. TAMMANY PARISH CULTURAL SEASON GUIDE - CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS JUNE 1, 2006

In 2004, the St. Tammany Arts Commission created the first Cultural Season Guide. Due to the overwhelming popularity and demand for the publication we are undertaking this project again. The St. Tammany Parish Cultural Season Guide is a full-color, glossy publication that includes events calendars with theatre seasons, gallery openings, directory information, fairs, festivals and more. The new Cultural Season Guide will cover events from August 15, 2006, through July 31, 2007. If you did not participate in this comprehensive cooperative marketing project last year, this is your opportunity. Your organization's arts programming can be showcased and distributed to over 60,000 households, businesses, hotels, and individuals in St. Tammany Parish and at targeted tourist destinations. Distribution will begin the week of August 1, 2006. For more information contact Daynelle Schenck at 898-5243 or email dschenck@stpgov.org .

ST. TAMMANY ARTS COMMISSION ARTS NETWORK NEWSLETTER E-MAIL DELIVERY AVAILABLE. The monthly Arts Network e-newsletter briefs citizens on arts events, special events, fairs, and calls to artists, as well as sources for funding for arts-related projects and post-Katrina arts relief. To subscribe, visit http://www.stpgov.org/ , click “Subscribe to Arts Network Newsletter,” and follow the subscription instructions. If you need assistance contact the St. Tammany Arts Commission at 985-898-5243 or email lafonta@stpgov.org  .

VISUAL ARTS…

ST. TAMMANY ART ASSOCIATION PRESENTS ENDANGERED IMAGES PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION.  St. Tammany Art Association, 320 N. Columbia St., Downtown Covington. Show runs through June 3. Photography of LA barrier islands and New Orleans region with focus on environmental changes.  Call 985-892-8650 or visit  www.sttammanyart.org     

FT. ISABEL GALLERY PRESENTS “BITS… AND PIECES” NEW WORK IN GLASS AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY WES KOON AND JOHNNY STOUT.  Ft. Isabel Gallery, 502 N. Columbia St., Downtown Covington. Exhibit runs through June 3. Call 985-892-1841.  

CITY OF SLIDELL PRESENTS 15TH ANNUAL SALAD DAYS. Slidell Art League, 1827 Front Street. This is an amazing juried exhibition of student art by the children of St. Tammany. Exhibit runs through June 10. Gallery Hours: M-F 9am-4pm, Sat 10am-2pm. Free. Call 985-646-4375. www.slidell.la.us      

CITY OF MANDEVILLE:  MAY ARTIST OF THE MONTH. 3101 E. Causeway Approach, Mandeville. May featured artist is photographer Tina Erickson Dalton. This exhibit, sponsored by Mayor Price and the City Council is free and open to the public from 9am-4:30pm. For more information call 985-626-3144.  

MUSIC… 

CITY OF SLIDELL PRESENTS BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES. Griffith Park, Olde Towne Slidell. Friday, May 26. 11am-1pm. Outdoor concert by Outdoor concert by Amanda Shaw. Picnic style seating. Free. Call 985-646-4322 or visit www.slidell.la.us  

PONTCHARTRAIN VINEYARDS PRESENTS JAZZ'N THE VINES. 81250 Hwy. 1082, Bush. Saturday, May 27. 6:30-9:00pm-gates open at 5:30pm The Pfister Sisters will perform their sweet hot jazz harmonies.  Pack a blanket, food, a few candles, umbrella, & flashlight. Admission $10. Call 985-892-9742 or visit  www.pontchartrainvineyards.com  

CITY OF SLIDELL PRESENTS GOOD TIMES WITH ZANESVILLE, OHIO. Heritage Park Amphitheatre, Olde Town Slidell. Saturday, May 27. 5-8pm. Appealing to a wide range of interets & ages, the entertainers will present a musical variety show featuring songs you know and music you love.  This show is a gift from Zanesville to Slidell. Free Admission. Call 985-646-4375 or visit www.slidell.la.us   

THEATRE… 

MINACAPELLI’S DINNER PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS “SECRETS EVERY SMART TRAVELER SHOULD KNOW”.  1540 Lindberg Dr. (I-10 Service Road), Slidell.  Musical comedy presents a funny look at different aspects of traveling and some of its pitfalls. Starring Joan Spraggins, Naimi McAndrew, Terrence Foster and Rickie Luke. 2nd Anniversary party of the theater and Joe Minacapelli’s 86th birthday celebration. Show runs Fridays & Saturdays through June 10, matinee on Sunday, June 4, at 1:30pm. Call 985-781-6565 or visit www.minacapellis.com  

LIBRARY PROJECTS & EVENTS… 

ST. TAMMANY PARISH LIBRARY PRESENTS SUMMER READING CLUB 2006. "Paws To Read" It's going to be "reading cats and dogs" this summer at the library as we celebrate our best frineds: pets and books.  Kids are invited to get their paws on some books and join in the fun of learning about various types of pets during our 2006 Louisiana Summer Reading Program, "Paws To Read."  Kids from birth to 11 will have a tail-wagging good time.  Each branch will  host weekly storytimes as well as special guests.  Guests will include storytellers Dianne de Las Casas, Grayhawk, and Miss Lillie; musicians Papillion, Journey of the Drum and Philip Melancon; demonstrations by police dogs; magic by Tricky Trigg; a visit from Daisy the Pig and comedian for kids Fuzzlebob.  The summer will end with parties and special performances of the "tail" of "Puss In Boots" by the Calliope Puppet Theatre  Call the children's services office at 985-893-6280 ext 112 or visit www.sttammany.lib.la.us/kiddssrc2006.htm                       

STORY TIME SCHEDULE AT THE ST. TAMMANY PARISH LIBRARY. Story time at the St. Tammany Parish libraries introduces your child to the best in children’s literature. Story time include nursery rhymes, poetry, finger plays and songs. For more information, contact your branch library or the Children’s Services office at 985-893-6280 ext. 112.  

ASTONISHING AFTERNOONS AT THE ST. TAMMANY PARISH LIBRARY. A series of literature-based programs incorporating storytelling, interesting and fun factual information, and a literature-themed craft. There is no registration required. Free admission. Call 985-893-6280 ext 112.  

COMMUNITY EVENTS & MARKETS… 

NORTHSHORE HARBOR CENTER PRESENTS BLACK AND WHITE GALA. 100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell. Saturday, May 27. Celebrate the 1st Anniversary of the Center.  Come dressed to celebrate in your finest black & white attire. Live music from Robin Stine, & Blue Eyed Soul Revue, hors d'oeuvres, & silent auction. 8pm-1am. $100.00 Call 985-781-3650 or visit www.northshoreharborcenter.com  

MANDEVILLE TRAILHEAD COMMUNITY MARKET.  Mandeville Trailhead, 675 Lafitte St., Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Community market featuring everything hand made or home grown. Call 985-624-3147. 

COVINGTON FARMERS MARKET. Side lawn, Covington City Hall, 609 N. Columbia St., Rain or shine. Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Cooking Demo: Farmers Market staff will prepare Cold Cream of Market Vegetable Soup, beginning at 10 a.m.  Music: Finger picking Country Blues Guitarist Jerry Hess, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Call 985-892-1873.  

LOOKING FOR ARTISTS…

THE GREATER MANDEVILLE SEAFOOD FESTIVAL 2006 ANNOUNCES THE MANDEVILLE IDOL CONTEST: Applications available by email  jerrycash@charter.net  or call 985-871-8747. Mandeville Idol will be held in the Children’s Corner Air Conditioned Tent during the Seafood Fest.  Friday Night, June 30th. Preliminary Judging – picking 10. Saturday Night, July 1st. Ten perform - 1st 2nd 3rd Place picked. 1st Place  $500 & a performance spot on the Big Stage after the Fireworks show. 2nd place $200. 3rd place $100. Produced by: PoPs Performing Arts. 

FOLK CRAFTS FESTIVAL AT FAIRVIEW STATE PARK:  Calling all Folk Craft Artists.  Your sculptures, paintings, and handmade craft items are needed.  Planning has started for the Spring 2007 Folk Crafts Festival at Fairview State Park.  Become a part of the event by registering now.  Contact Ann Durel for more information at 985-792-4652. 

THE 2nd ANNUAL LACOMBE CRAB COOK-OFF FESTIVAL CALL TO ARTISTS AND CRAFTSMEN: Looking for artists and craftsmen to participate in the Cultural Village Tent and Artist Walk at John Davis Park on June 24th and 25th, 2006.  There will be a 20' x 60' Cultural Village tent with ten display spaces and  individual 10' x 10' and 10' x 20' tents provided under the oak trees for your display. Cost for space, tent, table, and chair is $25.00 and 10% of sales. There will be no cost to nonprofits wishing to display information about their organizations. For more information visit www.lacombecrabcookofffestival.com   and click on “How To Participate”.  

THE GREATER NEW ORLEANS YOUTH ORCHESTRA, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE NEW ORLEANS CENTER FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS: Now accepting applications for the 2006 Summer Music Festival, which features two orchestras: a string orchestra for students aged 8 to 12 and a full orchestra for those aged 12 to 19.  Dr. Kent Jensen of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra will conduct the string ensemble and Scott Parkman, Assistant Conductor for the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra will serve as guest conductor for the full orchestra. The festival takes place 9:30am - 4 pm, May 28 - June 2, 2006 at NOCCA|Riverfront (2800 Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA 70117.) For additional information, visit www.gnoyo.org   Contact information: (504) 528-7720, or gnoyo@gnoyo.org. The participation fee is $260, with scholarships available. 

CALL FOR STAA MEMBERS’ ART: The St. Tammany Art Association is now accepting artwork for the new Members’ Gallery. STAA’s goal is to promote it’s artists, boost interest and participation, and increase revenue for the Art Association. Any STAA member may submit artwork at any time, as the Members’ Gallery will display member artwork on an ongoing basis. Call 985-892-8650 or visit www.sttammanyart.org   

CLASSES, TRAINING, WEBLINKS, ETC…

SLIDELL LITTLE THEATRE PRESENTS YAT (YOUNG ACTORS' THEATRE) SUMMER WORKSHOP: 2024 Nellie Dr., Slidell. Sunday, May 28. The YAT workshop will begin Sunday May 28 with a mandatory Orientation.  The summer workshop will end with performances July 6-9.  $100 members/$130 non-members. Call 985-641-0324 or visit www.slidell-slt.org            

SLIDELL LITTLE THEATRE PRESENTS MINI-YATS: 2024 Nellie Dr., Slidell. Monday, May 29. Slidell Little Theatre is pleased to again offer an opportunity for students ages 4-8 years an opportunity to get involved in theatre.  10am-3pm (tentative) $100 members/$130 non-members. Call 985-641-0324 or visit www.slidell-slt.org      

PLAYMAKERS SUMMER THEATER CAMPS: Levy/Playmakers to stage Alice in Wonderland, Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and The Sword in the Stone for kids ages 5-16. Each fully-supervised camp day includes sessions in stage movement, line delivery, improvisation, fundamentals of theater, dance, and the staging of a production. Part of each day will also be dedicated to actual preparation for the end-of-camp show. Camps available: Alice In Wonderland at Playmakers June 5-25. Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves at Greater Covington Center July 17-22. 3 DAY Advanced Actors Workshop at Playmakers July 26-28. The Sword in the Stone at Playmakers July 31-August 13. For information on Frank Levy Playmakers Summer Theater Camps, an application form, or reservations call Frank Levy at 893-2090, visit www.storiesinmotion.com or email frank@storiesinmotion.com .  

SLIDELL CULTURAL CENTER OFFERING “ART IS LIFE” PINS: For a $10 donation (or more) you can have a Support the Arts collectible pin. Proceeds are dedicated to restoring and rebuilding the Slidell Cultural Center and the return of art exhibits and cultural events throughout the year. The pins can be picked up at the Slidell Art League Gallery, on the second floor of the historic Slidell Train Depot, 1827 Front St. Call 985-646-4375 for ore information.  

STONE AND PAPER ART CENTER STUDIO CLASSES:  500 Girod St., Mandeville. Classes are currently being offered in acrylic and oil painting, potter’s wheel, drawing, papermaking and more for teens, children and adults. Catalog available. Call 985-674-9232 or visit www.stoneandpaper.com  

THE LOUISIANA CULTURAL ECONOMY FOUNDATION: supports Louisiana’s cultural industries. The Foundation now has relief grants available to fund losses sustained as a result of Hurricanes Katrina & Rita. Guildelines and applications are available at www.crt.state.la.us/culturalassets/grants  . The Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism’s newly expanded Cultural Assets Rescue website can be seen at www.crt.state.la.us/culturalassets     

BRAVO! SLIDELL’S CULTURAL CALENDAR OF EVENTS, AVAILABLE ONLINE: Find the current edition by visiting the city’s website at www.slidell.la.us  and clicking the “Bravo” button toward the bottom of the left hand column.