ST. TAMMANY ARTS COMMISSION:
WEEKLY ARTS & CULTURAL EVENTS -
AUGUST 18-24, 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… 

 

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. 

FT. ISABEL GALLERY -"FOFI - FANS OF FORT ISABEL".  502 N. Columbia St.  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. Opening showcasing local artists. Call 985-809-6854.  

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

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

ST. TAMMANY ART ASSOCIATION. 320 N. Columbia St.  Call 985-892-8650 or visit www.sttammanyart.org

  

THEATRE… 

SKYFIRE THEATRE PRESENTS LATE NITE CATECHISM.  332 N. New Hampshire St., Covington. Show runs August 18 through September 23.  Friday and Saturday 8:30 pm., Sunday 3:30pm. Comedy starring Amanda Hebert.  Admission $25. Call 985-875-7577 or visit www.skyfire.tv  

SKYFIRE THEATRE PRESENTS THE MUSIC OF NAT "KING" COLE.  Skyfire Theatre, 332 N. New Hampshire St., Covington. Show runs August 20 through August 27. Sundays only, 6:30pm. Philip Melancon brings his cabaret show of Nat "King" Cole's musical world to the Skyfire Theatre every Sunday afternoon in August.  Come and hear all the songs that made Cole on of the legendary performers of our time. Admission $15. Call 985-875-7577 or visit www.skyfire.tv  

MINACAPELLI'S DINNER PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS FINAL PERFORMANCE OF “ANY WEDNESDAY”. 1540 Lindberg Dr., Slidell. Friday, August 18 and Saturday, August 19. Doors open 6:30pm.  This funny look at infidelity and its consequences features Scott Steckler, Krista Schafer, Keith Launey and Linda Aubert.  Directed by Elisabeth Page.  Make your reservations online now for our Friday night performance and the cost is only $30 per person.  This includes the play and Ginger's fabulous menu consisting of Brisket Luke, Baked Chicken Breast with Artichoke Cream Sauce and our new dessert, Dutch Vanilla Cheesecake with your choice of toppings - peanut butter, white and dark chocolate or raspberry.  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… 

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…   

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. 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.  

TOWN OF ABITA SPRINGS PRESENTS 3RD SATURDAY MARKET.  22161 Level St., Abita Springs. Saturday, August 19. Field across from Town Hall.  Call 985-892-0711 or visit www.townofabitasprings.com  

ST. TAMMANY HISTORICAL SOCIETY presents a day trip to the Louisiana State Museum in Baton Rouge. Saturday, August 19. 9am-3:30pm. Travel with the St. Tammany Historical Society to the State Museum in Baton Rouge for a day of culture and history. $5 Museum Fee. Call 985-789-1774.

 

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… 

AUDITIONS FOR THE NORTHSHORE SINFONIA. NOCCA/Riverfront, 2800 Chartres St., New Orleans. Saturday, August 19th, 9-12pm. 504-528-7720 or visit www.gnoyo.org 

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.  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… 

THE GRANT INSTITUTE GRANTS 101: PROFESSIONAL GRANT PROPOSAL WRITING WORKSHOP TO BE HELD AT LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY, BATON ROUGE. October 10 - 12, 2006 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Conference Center & Hotel, Cook Room. The Grant Institute’s Grants 101 Course is an intensive three-day workshop and detailed introduction to the process, structure, and skill of professional proposal writing. This course is characterized by its ability to act as a thorough overview, introduction, and refresher at the same time. Call (888) 824-4424 or visit http://www.thegrantinstitute.com . 

SLIDELL ART LEAGUE PRESENTS FIGURE DRAWING WORKSHOP BY EMILE HENRIQUEZ. Slidell Art League, 1827 Front St., Slidell. Saturday, August 19^th. 9:30-3:30pm. $10 members, $20 non-members, $5 for SALT teen members. Call 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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