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Upcoming Events
Monthly Artists Reception
Thursday, October 8, 6-8 p.m.
Gathering Artists Monthly Meeting
Saturday, October 10 Discussion: 9:30 a.m. & Demonstration: 10 a.m. KY Proud Reception for local artistsThursday, October 15, 6-8 p.m. The DANTASTIC Race
A challenging & entertaining team competition benefitting the CAC Saturday, October 17 presented by the CAC, the Danville/Boyle Co. CVB & sponsor M&M Electric Register here!
Lunch with the Arts
featured artist: Vince DiMartino, trumpeter
Wednesday, October 21, noon-1 p.m
(held the third Wednesday of each month)
"Perryville: The Battle for Kentucky"
presentation by Stuart Sanders, Ky. Historical Society
Thursday, October 22, 7 p.m.
Arts Ambassadors Meeting
Wednesday, October 28, 10:30 a.m.
Click here if you'd like more details on becoming a CAC Arts Ambassador!
Trick or Treat on Main:
featuring Costume Portraits &
Spooky Storytelling at the CAC
Saturday, October 31, 5:30-8 p.m.
Downtown Gallery Hop & Monthly Artists Reception
Thursday, November 13, 6-8 p.m.
Lunch with the Arts
featured artist: Stanley Holman & the Cloggers
Wednesday, November 18, noon-1 p.m
(held the third Wednesday of each month)
Arts Ambassadors Meeting
Wednesday, October 28, 10:30 a.m.
Click here if you'd like more details on becoming a CAC Arts Ambassador!
Host your own event at the CAC! Click here to learn more or contact us for private event reservation details. |
| October Exhibits
 In honor of Perryville's 147th Battle Commemoration, which took place at the Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site earlier this month, the Community Arts Center will feature two collections throughout October highlighting works of art from and inspired by the American Civil War. Included in the themed exhibit is a collection that takes a look at "Kentucky's Colors," featuring various flags of the Civil War - all reminders of Kentucky's role in our nation's most tragic event. FARMER'S NATIONAL BANK GALLERY
"Perryville: The Battle for Kentucky"
A Collection from the Perryville Battlefield Museum
Warfare has long been the muse of many artists. They are inspired by its hardships, acts of courage, and even sometimes find simplicity in its brutal hand. In fact, the American Civil War was one of the most painted, photographed and written about wars in American history. Now, a collection on loan from the Perryville Battlefield Museum, as well as items from several local collections, will explore this interest with an exhibit on display through October in the Farmer's National Bank Gallery. The collection will feature paintings and photographs that depict the Battle of Perryville, as this site has long been an inspiration to artists, both local and across the nation. The exhibit also offers photographs taken at the annual reenactment from several local photographers, in addition to items featuring other Civil War personalities and battle depictions.
FARMER'S NATIONAL BANK GALLERY
"Kentucky Colors: Union and Confederate Flags
of the Civil War"
A Traveling Exhibit from the KY Historical Society 
During the Civil War, United States Army regulations required each regiment to carry two flags, also called colors. One was the National Color, patterned with the familiar Stars and Stripes. The other was the Regimental Color, officially required to display an American eagle and a scroll bearing the unit's name. In reality, these banners varied widely in size, color, and design. Confederate flags were even less standardized. Many of these flags are now torn and in tatters, grim reminders of Kentucky's role in our nation's most tragic event. These unique and precious flags are from a collection of the Kentucky Historical Society's Military History Museum. The exhibit, on loan to the Community Arts Center during October, features numerous large color images of surviving Kentucky flags and brief histories of the regiments that bore them. PHOTO: Beulah A. Frohman, Boone County, Ky., June 28, 1917GRAND HALL "Community Artists Showcase" - Extended!
October's Grand Hall exhibit features an extension of the popular buy-it-off-the-wall collection of works by local artists, providing the perfect opportunity to get a start on holiday shopping while experiencing a sample of Danville's local art scene. Among the artists featured in the group exhibit are Jane Brantley, Gaynella McGuire, Tillie Sowders, Winnie Keedy, David Farmer, David Cornwell, Paul Muth, Brandon Long and Nancy Martindale. PHOTO: Painting by Gaynella McGuire
ARTIST RECEPTION Thursday, October 8, 6 p.m. The Community Arts Center will host an Artists' Reception, offering a special preview of this month's exhibits, on Thursday, October 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. The event is free and open to the general public. Are you an artist interested in exhibiting your work at the CAC? Contact Brandon Long at 859-339-1387 for details. | |
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The Community Arts Center will transform into a prehistoric playground in early 2010 as we present one of the largest private dinosaur collections in the country, on loan from Jack and John Hankla of Danville. This will be a must-see exhibit! Watch for more details...
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"Perryville: The Battle
for Kentucky"
October 22, 7 p.m.
Join us for a special presentation by Stuart Sanders, Community Services Administrator for the Kentucky Historical Society, who will be speaking about the aftermath of the Battle of Perryville. Part of his talk will focus on how institutions and churches in Danville suffered from Kentucky's largest Civil War battle.
Click here to learn more about the Kentucky Historical Society
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Trick-or-Treat
on Main Saturday, October 31
Join us at the CAC for Spooky Storytelling from 5:30-8 p.m. during downtown Danville's annual Trick-or-Treat on Main.
The CAC will also offer
COSTUME PORTRAITS
beginning at 3 p.m.
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After state budget cutbacks threatened cancellation, the Danville/Boyle Co. Convention & Visitor's Bureau, the Heart of Danville Main Street Program, the Community Arts Center and the Arts Commission of Danville/BC joined efforts to continue this signature event in September 2009. In its' 31st year, the event was a great success, this year featuring a strong emphasis on the arts while showcasing the finest artists from across the region. Nearly 150 vendors participated in the festival, matched with a great line up of local entertainment!
Also, a big thank you to the crew at Danville Bike & Footwear... the Constitution 5K Run for the Arts raised $2000 to benefit the CAC!
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Be sure to check out the "CAC Wall" at The HUB Coffee House & Cafe featuring works by local artists available for purchase.
Currently on display:
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New Public Schedule:
Wednesday & Friday
10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am -8 pm
Saturday 10 am-3 pm
Sunday 1-5 pm
Closed Monday & Tuesday
Watch for more details on new, special Sunday offerings!
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THE DANTASTIC RACE
Get your TEAM together for this All-Out Adventure through Danville... with $500 on the (finish) line!
The Community Arts Center, the Danville/Boyle County CVB and event sponsor M & M Electric present a team competition like the Amazing Race you've seen on TV, but with a Boyle County twist! Register your team of 4 now for this challenging and entertaining road race, with $500 on the line!
Teams (composed of 4 persons of age 14 and older) will set out on an adventure that will take them to every corner of Danville/Boyle County and back again. The top-secret course will be marked with "road block challenges" that will put each team's physical abilities and knowledge of Danville/BC to the test! The event will culminate with a "Finish Line After-Party" at the Community Arts Center. All proceeds of this event will benefit the CAC.
ALL AROUND DANVILLE. ALL-AROUND FUN! |
Lunch with the Arts
Wednesday, October 21 @ Noon
The CAC welcomes one of the nation's most sought after trumpet performers, educators and jazz artists to its monthly Lunch with the Arts series, October 21. Vince DiMartino, distinguished artist in residence and professor of music at Centre College and 2008 recipient of the Governor's Artist Award in Kentucky, will provide a lunch-hour performance and presentation highlighting his renowned music career. Join us for lunch and enjoy the sounds of one of the most celebrated and acclaimed trumpet performers in the world.
To reserve a catered box lunch ($10), contact us at least 24 hours in advance by clicking here, or call 859-236-4054. Participants also may bring their own lunch, with a $5 donation at the door.
 Every third Wednesday of the month, the CAC will present a featured artist who will present and demonstrate his or her work, with time available for discussion with the artist. The monthly arts series will feature everything from literary arts to performing, theatrical and visual arts. |
Kroger Cards benefit the CAC
Get your Kroger Continuous Use Card today! 
The Community Arts Center has now enrolled in Kroger's Continuous Use "Gift" Card program that pays 4% of your Kroger purchases to the CAC! It just takes three simple steps: (1) purchase one of the continuous use cards for its $5 pre-loaded value; (2) "recharge" your card at Kroger using your cash, check or credit card; (3) use your card to make purchases at any Kroger. That's it! Kroger will record your purchases and pay the CAC 4% of the total. To obtain your card, send $5 per card to: Mary Beth Touchstone, Community Arts Center, 401 W. Main Street, Danville, KY 40422. Contact her by email or call if you have questions at 859-236-4054. |
CAC Arts Education 
Weekly Saturday sessions help children explore the power of rhythm, melody, tonality and beat while nurturing key physical, social and intellectual skills.
Play & Learn for Infants (2-12 months) Music I (6-16 months) Music II (16-28 months) Music III (28-60 months) $50 per month enrollment. Free class previews are offered. To register, conact Robin Tucker at 859-278-4386 or lexingtonky@gymboreeclasses.com. www.gymboreeclasses.com
Handmade Book with Marbled & Block Print Paper l Saturday, October 17 (10 am -3 pm) This one-day workshop begins with marbling paper, over printing with block printing and constructing handmade book with marbled and emblellished cover. Class is limited to 8 students, ages 12 through adult. Lunch from noon-1, on your own or bring a bag lunch. Class fee is $20, which includes the cost of materials. To register contact instructor Madelyn Worley at 859-236-7586.
Arts for Kids, ETC. Fall Session:
Mini-Production Classes l thru November 16 Process-oriented, age-appropriate classes focusing on developing performances skills through theatre games, improvisation, vocal and movement exercises, character development and scene-study culminating in public performances of two plays: "Cinder-Elfa" and "The Pinocchio Problem." Class schedule and rehearsals vary by age and role. Tuition: $60 (K-2nd grade) and $80 (3rd grade-HS). Scholarships and work-study available for those who qualify. For additional information and a complete class schedule, contact instructor Rebecca Ryland at 859-324-0371.
The Basics of Drawing l Wednesdays (4-5 pm) Designed for all ages, this beginner's five-week session covers the basics of drawing from a still life, starting with simple lines, shapes and forms, building up to texture and shading. Students are encouraged to bring their preferred drawing tools. $30 class fee. To register, contact instructor Brandon Long at 859-339-1387.
Advanced Drawing with Graphite & Conte Crayon
Saturday (10 am-noon); thru October 10 This class provides instruction on the techniques of figure drawing and still life settings. This will include utilizing pencil and associated sketching materials to acquire dimensional and transitional shading, positioning and blending styles, and proper maintenance of materials. Some sketching material will be provided by instructor, others will be the responsibility of student. $30 class fee. Ages 8 to adult. To register, contact instructor Rose Marie Johnson at 859-236-2466 or 859-324-0326.
 Heritage Area Strings Program Youth orchestral program providing weekly group lessons, individual instruction, orchestra sessions and a string chamber group. Sessions offered for third grade through high school students. Contact: Jeremy Mulholland, HASP Director
Tai Chi (Qi Gong) l Wednesdays (10-11:15 am)Weekly sessions at the CAC focus on the elements of Tai Chi: energizing, focus and healing. $10 per class fee.Contact instructor Deborah Larkin at 859-236-7954 for details.
Acoustic Jam Open session for musicians every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 7 pm.
Private Instruction
Guitar, bass, mandolin, flute, song-writing, & improvisation
Instructor: Jack Covell, 859-319-0773
Rhythm & Lead Guitar: Instructor Chuck Reed, 859-583-7253
Piano: Instructor Richard Ferreira, 859-329-7814
Percussion/Drums: from techniques to rhythms. Instructor Anthony Key, 859-936-1717
Interested in teaching a class, or have a specific class request?
Contact CAC Education Coordinator Nancy Martindale at 859-236-4054.
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About the CAC
401 W. Main St.
Danville, Kentucky 40422
859-236-4054
Wednesday & Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am -8 pm
Saturday 10 am-3 pm
Sunday 1-5 pm
Closed Monday & Tuesday
Community Arts Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization, is a focal point of social, recreational, informational and educational arts activity in downtown Danville, Kentucky. Developed by committees of practicing artists, community leaders, arts enthusiasts and patrons, the renovated facility opened in 2004, providing an attractive and multi-functional space in downtown Danville to teach, practice and view the arts. We offer arts education, free exhibits and displays that change monthly, routine performances and lectures, and space for public gatherings. Arts education in dance, drama, music, and visual arts continues year round, provided by independent arts instructors.
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The Kentucky Arts Council, the state arts agency, supports Community Arts Center, Inc. with state tax dollars and federal funding
from the National Endowment for the Arts.
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For more details and to find out how to register your team, contact the Community Arts Center by 
