Corpus Christi Downtown Management District
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Greetings!
The April ArtWalk was a big success with high numbers of 500 people counted in the park throughout the evening. Let's make the May ArtWalk even more successful; come on Downtown and bring all your friends with you because there is something for everyone on ArtWalk night and the weather is forecast to be Partly Cloudy 84/75F
The Art Museum, the Museum of Science & History and the Museum of Asian Cultures will be taking a break from ArtWalk in May due to the closure of Shoreline to accommodate the BUC DAYS carnival. Watch this space for news of their participation next month!
On this day in history in 1889 the Eiffel Tower in Paris was opened to the public, in 1994 the Channel Tunnel between England and France was opened, and in 1999 Scotland elected its first separate parliament in 3 centuries. So, in deference to The Auld Alliance, accueillir à l'ArtWalk.
See you in the park.
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La Retama Park
La Retama Park is the focal point of ArtWalk. This is where you can obtain free information and maps. It is also where the tram and RTA Express connect and where the prize draw takes place.
- The fun starts at 5:30pm with music once again provided by "Get Off The Lawn!" Bluegrass band who will play until 8:30pm
- As usual there will be a selection of arts and crafts vendors open for business from 5:30pm until 9pm including a food vendor.
- Maps and flyers are available from the DMD booth, ArtWalk volunteers (wearing orange T-shirts), ArtWalk Ambassadors riding Segways and wearing orange polo shirts, Parking Control Officers on their electric carts, and on the RTA ArtWalk Express. The DTown Tram will also have a supply of maps and an on board Ambassador and of course, HOBO will be there providing their usual brand of Honkadelic entertainment.
- The Prize Draw will take place at 8:45pm and May prizes can be viewed by clicking HERE
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WaterStreet Market 
Music in the market square for May will be provided by Steven Hansen from 5:30pm until 8:30pm immediately followed by a performance by Celtic Flair dance group. - Betty's Trash to Treasures
Betty always has refreshments available and discounts throughout the store so drop by and say hi! - Eclectique
An eclectic collection of antiques, decor, and gifts. - The Gold Bug
Featuring 30% discounts for ArtWalkers - Julie's Boutique
A stylish Salon/Boutique with vintage flare! We specialize in Retro, Vintage, Comtemporary Junior Clothing! Designer Jewelry and Shoes. This month featuring rustic, hand crafted, recycled furniture such as old doors and iron work - all one of a kind finds and subject to an ArtWalk discount of 20% so come visit with us on ArtWalk. - Surf Club Records
The largest selection of Texas Country and hard-to-find artists on the whole Gulf Coast.
This month we will again be featuring a Beer Tasting, come on by and try this months' selection. - Texas Surf Museum
Current exhibits include 8mm surf films and over 100 photographs, some of them historic, of surfers riding Texas waves. Also the walls of the museum are lined with classic old surf boards. - Treehouse Art Collective
Featuring an opening reception for the fine art work of oil painter Victoria Allen. - WaterStreet Restaurants welcome ArtWalkers:
The Oyster Bar offers half off sushi rolls (excluding tempura), The Seafood Company has half off wine by the glass, Executive Surf Club will offer Friday night happy hour and performance by Cruise Control.
Agua Java will be open until 8pm with their new "grab and go" menu including soups, salads, calzones, and pizza.
Weather permitting WaterStreet will operate their outdoor "Tiki Bar" in the market square. - Whetstone Graphics
Whetstone has relocated to Uptown but remains an ArtWalk sponsor.
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The Art Center of Corpus Christi
- Art Center of Corpus Christi
7:30 pm in Devray's Courtyard:
Cinema under the Stars
"Best of 2010 Rockport Film Festival"
Restaurant service from Desiree's will be available.
7:30 pm Bay View Room:
US Congressman Blake Farenthold welcomes 2011 Congressional Art Competition contestants.
ArtWalk In the Galleries:
Las Donas de la Corte 2011 Coronation Robes: Court of Legendary Couture
Carol Koutnik "Through the Bull's Eye 1980's-today"
"ob-jec-tive: The Allure of Objects in Art" Art by Jennifer Arnold, Narice Hopp, Linda Reed, Becky Smith, Sebastian J. Stoddart. Curated by Dianna Bluntzer
"Watercolor Kids" students of Pam Stanley
Master Artists Series: Chispa Bluntzer
High school students' art submissions for the 2011 Congressional Art Competition (4 days only!) - Barry Brown Clay Studio
The Clay Studio will have their Mud and Merriment open house featuring people hand building, wheel throwing and general studio activities. Stop by and see potters in action! - Desiree's By The Bay
Desiree will be open to the public as usual on the Friday night providing dinner service and participating as an ArtWalk venue. Featuring Chispa Bluntzer, Master Artist, painting demonstration and discussion.
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Around Downtown
Galleries:
- AllGood/Nueces Gallery
Featuring the art of Anthony DeLeon: Oil, Watercolor, Acrylics - Expression Gallery
- Honey Bee Hams (The Clower Company) window display
Featuring art by Daniel Forsythe. - K Space Contemporary & Hot Spot Gallery
Opening in the main gallery: "Latex Suites & Gardens: Memory and Consciousness". An exhibition of new paintings by Cande Aguilar..
In the Gift Gallery: Art Star; new work by David Phillips - abstract paintings.
In The Hot Spot Gallery (third floor) "Hit the Ground Runnin'" Contemporary Prints from the collection of Drive-By Press.
Entertainment, in the main gallery, will be provided by Lili Banta, singer, and Steffen Banta, magician. - Mulligan's Pub window display by Frank Lopez and inside
featuring work by Harry Angel with Mesquite Bowls and
Deb Smith with Glass Bottles. Also music by Jammin' on the sidewalk with Robert Stone, Newman and Pat Arp. - Produce Gallery & Shop
The shop will be open and offering 25% off stock items on ArtWalk night.
Shops:
- Axis Tattoo
Featuring jewelry by Marcie, art by Electra Art artists , snacks, and music by Kurt Grein - Business Interiors of Texas
Participates in ArtWalk on an occasional basis (not in May) and is open for business Mon through Fri from 8:30am 'til 5:30pm.
Features artwork by Dinah Bowman - Chic to Chic Furniture
Participates in ArtWalk on an occasional basis (not in May)and is open for business Tues through Fri from 10am until 2pm and new this month Saturday 10am to 4pm or by appointment. Features artwork by David L Phillips. - Glassworx Downtown
- Peace of Mind Massage Therapy & Natural Healing
- Tease Salon
Featuring art by Carol Arnold-Thaxton and Jeffrey Linthicum - The Yachting Center of Corpus Christi
Featuring Friday night music at Tavern on the Bay:
from 5 - 8pm Laura Roberts and Monte Reitz
and from 7 - 11pm Robert Charles
Also lots of interesting arty items in Cathy's Boutique &Gift Shop
Other:
- Corpus Christi Downtown Karate
Will give a demo in La Retama Park and are also offering 2 free half hour karate classes at 7:30 & 8pm at 410 Starr. - Harbor Ferry
New for May - "The Shakedown" will be performing aboard the Harbor Ferry (berthed) from 6 to 9pm and SegCity will be giving 5 minute taster Segway rides at the Harbor Ferry dock on Peoples Street T-Head. - Hotel Corpus Christi Bayfront
Featuring South Western Art Watercolor works by artist Filberto Chapa in the Downtown Coffee Shop (Hotel Lobby) and The Atrium.
There will be an after party at Cassidy's Irish Pub with music by John Ortiz. - Law Offices of Scott Ellison
Participates in ArtWalk on an occasional basis.(not in May) - Nueces Lofts
See Nueces Gallery at 311 Peoples. - SegCity Corpus Christi
SegCity is a sponsor of ArtWalk and you can see our machines zipping about the streets of Downtown each First Friday with ArtWalk Ambassadors on board distributing maps and information.
Wildlife and landscape photographs by Mark Locke available for sale during office hours and at La Retama Park on ArtWalk
Cultural Venues:
- Dos Comales
New Downtown restaurant featuring culinary masterpieces and showing the works of Arnold Gonzales throughout the restaurant. - Executive Surf Club
Featuring music by Bushbullit - House of Rock
Featuring art by Coastal Bend Artists:
'Ink Slingers' Ball' - Affordable Art Fair
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Printmakers Revue 6:00 - 2:00 am
- The Ritz Theatre
Tour this historic theatre and find out how YOU could help restore it to its' former glory.
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The Center at 505 S Water Street
- Abba Bellydancing Studio Featuring live Arabic music by William Farah, dancers, and goodies to eat.
- Natural Wellness Center
Offering free 10 minute sessions and free liver/kidney thyroid evaluations. Also featuring original artwork by Jane Johnson. - Studio 111 / Jupiter Lotus Art Gallery
South Texas Underground Film to showcase female filmmakers & musicians. Watch short films, meet some of the filmmakers.
Listen to great music and watch performance art.
5:30pm-until the music stops.
Female Filmmakers:
Alexa Green(New York,NY)
Ayelen Liberona(Toronto,ON Canada)
Bleep Attack!(San Antonio,TX)
Brooke May Trevino(Corpus Christi,TX)
Karie Nora(Metropolis,IL)
Kim Dees(Corpus Christi,TX)
Laura Sophia(San Antonio/Corpus Christi, TX)
Lauren Pruitt(San Antonio, TX)
Mariella Perez(Corpus Christi,TX)
Sarah Hamblin(Los Angeles,CA)
Tanya Leite(Corpus Christi,TX/ Rio de Janeiro, RDJ Brazil)
Zoe Perez(Corpus Christi,TX)
Female Fronted Bands:
Bleep Attack!(San Antonio,TX)
Brooke May Trevino and Friends(Corpus Christi,TX)
Lion Rivers(Corpus Christi/Austin,TX)
Rita Zarate(San Antonio,TX)
and Special Guest:
IAYD(Corpus Christi,TX) - Tango Tea Room
Featuring the work of artist Arnold Gonzales and dancing from the Tango Dance Collective - Water Street Computer
Will be hosting its "First Friday Karaoke in the Courtyard" located behind the Tango Tea room so come sing your hearts out. - Ying Yang Fandango Gift Shop
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Downtown Bars, Clubs, and Restaurants
All these venues will offer "ArtWalk Specials or Discounts". Just show them the coupon attached to this newsletter to qualify.
Many of the businesses also participate as ArtWalk venues - see each months' flyer for details:
- Agua Java
- Aria
- Bourbon Street
- Cassidy's Irish Pub
After party starting at 9:30 - Desiree's by the Bay
- Dos Comales
- Downtown Sushibar
- Dr Rockit's Blues Bar
- Executive Surf Club
- Flanagan's Bar
- La Bahia Restaurant
- Lizardos Sub & Pub
- Morgan's Sports Bar & Grill
ArtWalkers are always welcome to use the facilities, grab a beer, or have a snack. Happy hour drink specials and $3.00 appetizers till 9:00 pm. - Mulligan's Pub
- Ophraka's 429 Asian Bistro
- Tango Tea Room
- WaterStreet Oyster Bar
- WaterStreet Seafood Company
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S.E.A.Town Enclave
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We are always looking for volunteers to help out on ArtWalk nights. Tasks include helping to set up / take down tents in the park, handing out maps / flyers throughout Downtown or on the tram / RTA Express, supervising the kids art area in the park, and many other small but helpful chores.
So if you would like to help please give Alan (361-463-8148) or Michelle (361-887-6834) a call.
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Sincerely,
Alan Albin
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ArtWalk
Come on Downtown the first Friday of every month between 5:30 and 9pm and join us for art, music, entertainment, refreshments and lots more.
Ride the DTown tram (free) with on board band - HOBO or the RTA ArtWalk Express (also free) and be sure to come to the prize draw held at 8:45pm in La Retama Park at Peoples and Mesquite where first prize is an artist donated piece of art and other prizes include valuable gift certificates from Downtown businesses and the Corpus Christi Downtown Management District. |
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ArtWalkers Save $2 Off Museum Adult Admission
(limit 1 per person - not valid for special events or in conjunction with other discount offers) 
1902 N Shoreline Blvd. Tues - Sat 10am - 5pm, Sun 1 - 5pm |
| | www.artmuseumofsouthtexas.org Offer Expires:June 2nd, 2011 |
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First Friday ArtWalk
Bar, Club, & Restaurant Discount / Special Coupon
Artwalker: present coupon at venue to receive offer of the night.
| | Offer Expires: Thursday June 2nd, 2011 |
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