ST. TAMMANY ARTS COMMISSION:
WEEKLY ARTS & CULTURAL EVENTS -
AUGUST 11-17, 2006. UPDATE.

 

ST. TAMMANY ARTS COMMISSION WEEKLY UPCOMING EVENTS E-MAIL DELIVERY AVAILABLE. Once per week we send out an email indicating arts events, special events, fairs, and calls to artists, as well as sources for funding for arts-related projects. To subscribe, visit http://www.stpgov.org, click “Subscribe to weekly calendar of events,” and follow the subscription instructions. If you need assistance contact the St. Tammany Arts Commission at 985-898-5243 or email lafonta@stpgov.org  

MUSIC…

SECOND SATURDAY ART OPENINGS
IN DOWNTOWN COVINGTON, AUGUST 12:

FT. ISABEL GALLERY -"FOFI - FANS OF FORT ISABEL".  502 N. Columbia St. 6-9pm. Gallery artists interpret fans in their own inimitable style with visitors receiving a special fan to cool the hot summer evening!  Exhibit showing through September 2. Call 985-892-1841.

MO’S ART SUPPLY & FRAMING GALLERY. 323 N. Columbia St. 6-9pm. Opening showcasing local artists. Call 985-809-6854.

ART ON COLUMBIA , 501 N. Columbia St. 6:30-9:30pm. Featured Artist: Patti Villalobos - Stained Glass Art. Call 985-893-0870.

ARTS & FRAMES GALLERY. 520 N. Columbia St. 6-9pm. Call 985-867-9080.

ST. TAMMANY ART ASSOCIATION. 320 N. Columbia St. 6pm. Sue O’Donnell and David Horton will discuss their artwork in this year’s Summer Show.  Call 985-892-8650 or visit www.sttammanyart.org

VISUAL ARTS…

CITY OF SLIDELL PRESENTS ELEMENTS: PHIL GALATAS AND CHARLIE BROWN. Slidell Art League Gallery, 1827 Front St.  August 4-Sept. 9. Gallery Hours Monday - Friday 9-4pm. Saturday 10-2pm. Call 985-646-4375 or visit www.slidell.la.us

CITY OF MANDEVILLE:  AUGUST ARTIST OF THE MONTH. 3101 E. Causeway Approach, Mandeville.  Featuring the photographs of Lacombe artist Dorothy Maloney. On display will be her enhanced photos of nature, landscapes, abstracts and bugs.  This exhibit sponsored by Mayor Price and the City Council is free and open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 4:30. City hall is located at 3101 East Causeway Approach. Mandeville. For more information about this exhibit or the Artist of the Month Program contact Nancy Clark 985-626-3144.

NORTH SHORE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS ANNOUNCE THE "ARTIST OF THE MONTH" for August is Karla Cole of Folsom. Her brightly-colored oil paintings, which are inspired by flowers, touch viewers with their simplicity and exuberance. They will be hanging through August and can be viewed on Sunday between 11am and 1pm. The church is located at 28662 Krentel Rd. in Lacombe. For more information or to see the work by appointment, call 882-7169.

THEATRE…

MINACAPELLI'S DINNER PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS ANY WEDNESDAY. 1540 Lindberg Dr., Slidell. Fridays and Saturdays, July 28-Aug 19, doors open 6:30pm. Sunday matinee, August 13, 1:30pm. Comedy directed by Elisabeth Page.  Make your reservations early! Admission $35, includes dinner and show. Call 985-781-6565 or visit www.minacapellis.com

SLIDELL LITTLE THEATRE PRESENTS CHILDREN OF EDEN. 2024 Nellie Dr., Slidell. Friday, August 18 – September 10, 8pm. Freely based on the story of Genesis, “Children Of Eden” is a frank, heartfelt and often humorous examination of the age-old conflict between parents and children. Adam, Eve, Noah and the “Father” who created them deal with the headstrong, cataclysmic actions of their respective children.  Call 985-641-0324 or visit www.slidell-slt.org

LIBRARY PROJECTS & EVENTS…

ST. TAMMANY PARISH LIBRARY PRESENTS SUMMER READING CLUB 2006, "Paws To Read." 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. Kids from birth to 11. The summer will end with special performances of the "tail" of "Puss in Boots" by the Calliope Puppet Theatre. Call 985-893-6280 ext 112 or visit www.sttammany.lib.la.us

SPECIAL GUESTS & STORY TIME SCHEDULE FOR SUMMER 2006 AT THE ST. TAMMANY PARISH LIBRARY. Story time at the St. Tammany Parish libraries introduces your child to the best in children’s literature. For more information, contact your branch library or the Children’s Services office at 985-893-6280 ext. 112 or visit http://www.sttammany.lib.la.us/kidssrc2006performers.htm  

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 ART MARKET. Lee Lane, Downtown Covington.  Saturday, August 12. 10am-4pm. Outdoor Market featuring all original fine artwork from regional artists. Brave the heat and you will be rewarded with great deals on beautiful original art work including jewelry design by Betty Mullen & paintings by Pat Ward.  Chill out to the sounds of DJ Dylan O'Donnell, refreshments, face painting for the kids & fun for the whole family. Call 985-809-6854 or visit www.northshoreartmarket.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. Cooking Demo: Market Vendor Rebecca Janania, of Spanish R Us, will prepare Pupusas (Soft Stuffed Tortillas, with Cabbage and Refried Beans, beginning at 10 a.m. Music: Finger Picking Country Guitar by Jerry Hess, beginning at 9:30 a.m. The market is open each Saturday, rain or shine, from 9-1 pm, and each Wednesday from 10-2pm. Call 985-892-1873 for information.

GREAT WESTERN AND ATLANTIC TRAIN SHOW.  Castine Center, 63350 Pelican Dr., Mandeville. Saturday, August 12 & Sunday, August 13. Call 985-626-7997 or visit www.castinecenter.com

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS…

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2006 GOVERNOR'S ARTS AWARDS. The Office of the Lt. Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism and the Louisiana Division of the Arts announces the Call for Nominations for the 2006 Governor's Arts Awards.  The deadline to submit a nomination is Wednesday, September 6, 2006. Governor's Arts Awards will be made in the following categories: Arts Education (Organization); Arts Education (Individual); Arts Organization (Small); Arts Organization (Large); Business/Corporate Support (Small); Business/Corporate Support (Large); Folk Artist; Lifetime Achievement; Patron; Professional Artist; and Leadership in the Arts (Previously Promotion of the Arts). 

LOOKING FOR ARTISTS… 

CITY OF SLIDELL INVITES ARTISTS TO PARTICIPATE IN ARTS EVENING 2006. Arts Evening will be held Saturday, November 4 in Olde Town Slidell. The event features over 100 artists located at over 40 locations throughout Olde Town Slidell. Artists from throughout the United States are welcome to submit applications for participation in this year’s events. Participation is free for qualifying artists. Contact 985-646-4375 or visit www.slidell.la.us/artsevening.

COVINGTON THREE RIVERS ART FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES FINAL CALL FOR ENTRIES. The final application deadline for this year’s festival is August 1, 2006.  The 2006 Festival will be November 11 & 12. For more information about the festival, to apply, or volunteer, visit www.threeriversartfestival.com , email info@threeriversartfestival.com , or call 985-871-4141.

NORTHSHORE ART MARKET- ARTISTS NEEDED. Artists interested in submitting work for consideration for the North Shore Art Market please visit the website at www.northshoreartmarket.com   Registration forms and information are on the website including maps, parking information, a list of participating artists and sponsorship opportunities. Contact Mo’s Art Supply at (985) 809-6854. Deadline for the August market is Wednesday, July 26. For more information visit  www.northshoreartmarket.com  for a complete calendar of market dates and deadlines for 2006.

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.

CALL FOR STAA MEMBERS’ ART. The St. Tammany Art Association is now accepting artwork for the new Members’ Gallery. 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 ART LEAGUE ANNOUNCES THEIR MONTHLY MEETING. 1827 Front St., Slidell. Monday, August 14. 7pm.     The public is invited to attend this meeting and join its membership.  Upcoming events and workshops will be discussed, and an "Artist of the Month" will be elected by the membership. For further information, call Laurie Manley, Gallery Coordinator, at the Slidell Art League Gallery and Gift Shop at (985) 847-9458.

THREE RIVERS ART FESTIVAL-10^TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY: CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS. The festival is completely staffed and organized by volunteers throughout our community. It is free to the pubic and an opportunity for the entire family to celebrate the arts. Festival dates are November 11 & 12, 2006. Email the Volunteer Coordinator, ahwolf1@yahoo.com or call Event Coordinator, Karen Whiteside at 985-705-7968.

ST. TAMMANY ART ASSOCIATION-SUMMER CLASSES. The St. Tammany Art Association is offering summer classes in ceramics, sculpture, drawing, painting, theatre and photography. For registration and program information contact the St. Tammany Art Association at 985-892-8650 or visit www.sttammanyart.org

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 more 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. Guidelines 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.

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