January 31st, 2009 11:51am
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Ther reception was for the artists from the Alchemia program. Alchemia, founded in 1998 by Lorin Kaufman an Julia Macdougall, provides arts programming for adults with developmental challenges who identify as artists or who are passionate about deepening their artistic, social and communication skills through the expressive arts.
It was fun to see the art and what really motivated me and touched my heart were the artists. …
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January 30th, 2009 01:28pm
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An invitation: to women who are interested in joining me (Virginia May) in an arts based co-operative inquiry (ABCI).
The launching question for the inquiry will be:“How do we (a diverse group of women who feel deeply connected to the earth) use the arts to facilitate social an environmental change in service of a sustainable future?”
Copies of the proposal will be available for review.(I would like to extend …
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January 28th, 2009 07:19pm
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V-Day, founded by playwright Eve Ensler, is a worldwide movement to raiseawareness and end violence against women and girls. V-Day Petaluma 2009, an eventthat includes a performance of “The Vagina Monologues”, will benefit Sonoma CountyYWCA Women’s Safe House and Domestic Violence Services, as well as B.R.A.V.E.People’s services for women.
As part of V-Day Petaluma 2009, we are seeking local artists to create a piece inthe medium of their choice that is …
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January 25th, 2009 05:28pm
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The PAA has served our community for over 50 years. Best known for its cornerstone event, Art in the Park (Sept 12-13, 2009), PAA is a wonderful way for new artists to build their networks and find help with their journey.
PAA is moving its meetings to the Petaluma Art Center (Lakeville at D Street) starting in February 2009. The monthly meetings are held …
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January 23rd, 2009 02:17pm
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The PDA Marketing Committee is made up of downtown merchants who work with the PDA to generate advertising opportunities for merchants, enabling our marketing budgets to stretch further.
The list events that happen downtown is impressive. Here is a sampling of events with their dates for your calendars (Bold events are put on by the PDA):a. Phoenix Theater Guitar Carnival Tour: Friday, Feb 7, 4 – 8 …
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January 23rd, 2009 02:04pm
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As Petaluma continues to evolve as a cultural destination, we can thank the local galleries for holding such energizing exhibits & receptions for our local talent. This weekend we have 2 opportunities to take in some wonderful artistic culture at Aurora Colors Gallery & Gallery One. Both galleries have receptions on Saturday, January 24th, 2009.
Linda & Michael Gonzalez of Gallery One, at 209 …
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January 18th, 2009 02:07pm
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“ArtsLive!” — the Petaluma Arts Council’s new performance and lecture series — promises a variety of literary, theatrical and musical events, starting this month.
The series opens Jan. 29 and runs through Feb. 1 at the G.K. Hardt Gallery in the new Petaluma Arts Center, 230 Lakeville St., Petaluma.
During the January performances, the gallery also will present “The Alchemia Exhibition,” featuring artwork by …
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January 16th, 2009 09:28pm
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Tomorrow (Saturday, January 17th) at Pelican Art Gallery from 2-5, we’ll be hosting most of the 48 artists and their instructor Kathryn Graham Wilson (Cats & Dragons Art Studio) in an art reception. The show includes over 240 pieces of art from artists ages 3 to 68. The amazing thing about this show is the spectrum of art.
Then, from …
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January 9th, 2009 02:34pm
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CRITERIA FOR Petaluma Arts Association (PAA)LIBRARY SHOW – FEBRUARY 25- MARCH 13 2009(PARTICIPANT INFORMATION)
1. This is not a juried show. All pieces must be suitable for viewing by all ages. At the discretion of the committee. A piece may be rejected.2. All participating artists must be a PAA member with …
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January 8th, 2009 04:23pm
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CALL FOR ENTRIESArt Around Town at Petaluma Valley HospitalShow dates: Wednesday, February 11 – May 13, 2009
Submission Deadline: *February 5, 2009*.
Theme: Portraits. Share with our healing community your portraits of loved people and animals. (All visual media–see criteria below).
Criteria for Entry:–Artists may submit up to five pieces. –Works must be appropriate for a hospital venue. Please, *no nudes or violent images.* Keep in mind that we are encouraging healing …
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