Greetings!
Good News folks we are back on track with ArtWalk taking place on the First Friday of the month! The November "edition" of "Corpus Christi First" ..... Schedule for the weekend is : Friday Nov 4th from 5:30 to 9:30pm - ArtWalk Saturday Nov 5th from 9am to 4pm - Marina Market Days Sunday Nov 6th at 9:00am - Bridgewalk Continuing in November: The pilot program of Public Art Tours similar to those conducted during Festival of the Arts. will run again. Please call 361-549-3246 for more info and to book a seat on the tram for November 4th. Update: During ArtWalk evening be sure to hop on the RTA "ArtWalk Express" (RTA Route #79 which will run as a free service between 5:30 & 9pm) and visit the museums in S.E.A. Town which offer free entry to ArtWalkers on ArtWalk night. New for November Desiree's Restaurant, located at 1501 Mesquite in the Seamen's Centre will be displaying art by John Olvey and have music by Joe Green News: Watch out for our TV advert which will run on Ch3, Ch6, and Time Warner Cable during the week leading up to each ArtWalk. There is also a link to the YouTube version on artwalkcc.com Parking:
As ArtWalk grows more successful so the process of parking Downtown becomes more of an issue. Laz Parking have agreed to offer a $2 rate on ArtWalk night (also $2 all day Saturday during Marina Market Days) at their 400 block Water Street site next to AKA Sushi. Trivia: On this day in history in 1922 King Tut's tomb was discovered. In 1939, at the 40th National Automobile Show, the first air conditioned car was put on display and in 1991 the first ever gathering of five US Chief Executives took place when the opening of Ronald Reagan's presidential library was attended by President Bush and former presidents Carter, Ford, and Nixon. And the Chic Murray joke of the month:
"I got up this morning. I like to get up in the morning; it gives me the rest of the day to myself"
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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.
- Music in the park on November 4th will be provided by "Get Off the Lawn" from 5:30 until 8:30pm
- There will be a selection of arts and crafts (not resale) vendors open from 5:30pm until 9pm including a food vendor and Uncertain Farms (from Marina Market Days) will be in the park with a selection of jams, fruit & vegetables for sale.
- Maps and flyers are available from the DMD booth, ArtWalk volunteers (wearing orange T-shirts), ArtWalk Ambassadors 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 prizes can be viewed by clicking HERE
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WaterStreet Market 
Music in the market square for November ArtWalk will be provided by Adrian Taylor (Jazz) from 5:30pm until 8:30pm. - Betty's Trash to Treasures
We'll be open with snacks & refreshments.
There's lots of ART throughout the store. Lots of other things for folks to look at. We have Maps to help people find things & tickets for the drawing at the park at the end of the evening. Lots of my visitors have told me about the great things they have won at past Art Walks. Come by & visit, it's a fun evening.
- Eclectique
An eclectic collection of antiques, decor, and gifts.
Ask about our ArtWalk special offers. - The Gold Bug
Featuring 30% discount on jewelry for ArtWalkers - Julie's Boutique
A stylish Salon/Boutique with vintage flare! We specialize in Retro, Vintage, Comtemporary Junior Clothing! Designer Jewelry and Shoes. For ArtWalk all our designer furniture is half off regular price, and upstairs the store wide sale 50-75 % off! Also, with every purchase of $100 or more ,a free gift!
what a find! hope to see you all here! - Surf Club Records
The largest selection of Texas Country and hard-to-find artists on the whole Gulf Coast.
Featuring a beer tasting inside the Surf Museum starting at 5:30pm - 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. The new exhibit which opened in June is "Top Guns of Texas" - Treehouse Art Collective
The cooler weather and a little rain has all of us in the fall mood. It's a nice change and we are changing things around in the Treehouse too. We are bringing in some Christmas and other new items and getting ready for the Holidays. Friday Nov. 4th we will have Harry Angel and Lisa Olsen in the Gallery to visit with you. Each very unique artists with one of a kind pieces of work. Come see us on Friday ArtWalk 5:30 to 9 pm - 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 featuring on Friday evening music by Beau Walker - 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
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas - The Art Center of Corpus Christi will be bustling with Art Centered activities in November! To kick things off, we are participating in First Friday ArtWalk and simultaneously hosting our famous 8x10 Exhibit opening on Friday, November 4th from 5-9pm. In addition to ArtWalk, the Art Center is a new "Art Market" location for the ArtWalk vendors! We are so excited to host our local, talented vendors during ArtWalk, so be sure to stop by the Art Center and begin your holiday shopping now! Music by Brad Brown will be playing all night so don't miss the November 4th ArtWalk at the Art Center! With all the excitement and the beginning of Fall, you won't want to miss the big kick-off party celebrating our 39th year in Corpus Christi! The Art Center is free admission and open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information contact The Art Center at (361) 884-6406. Music by Brad Brown and Sam Glynn from 5:30 til 8:30pm - Barry Brown Clay Studio
Wheel throwing and Hand building demos. Also studio tours and info about membership and classes offered. There will be hand made pottery from our members on sale in the studio! We like to call it our "Mud and Merriment" event at the Clay Studio.
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Around Downtown
Galleries:
- AllGood/Nueces Gallery
Currently closed for renovation but check out the Allgood coupon at the end of this newsletter. - The Clower Company Foyer on Starr Street
Featuring the photographic art of Jim Caldwell. Silver image photography will be on display next to K-Space Contemporary.
Large work will be on aisle display, as well as a large selection of value priced 16x20 black and white film images featuring the usual eclectic and controvertial themes. - Expression Gallery
Live painting on the sidewalk - Hot Spot Gallery - KSpace 3rd floor
Natural Selection, an exhibition of new works by David Phillips. - K Space Contemporary & Hot Spot Gallery
The fifth annual Third Coast National exhibition, juried by Tony Magar, is on display at K Space Contemporary. Third Coast National includes works by artists from all over the U.S., including several from the Coastal Bend. In the Art Star Gallery, Gerald Lopez is displaying his fantastic collection of masks.
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Mulligan's Pub window display by TBA
- Produce Gallery & Shop
Featuring "The 7 Angels Art Show"
Shops:
- Axis Tattoo
TBA - Business Interiors of Texas
Not participating in the November ArtWalk.
Features artwork by: Dinah Bowman, well know local artist specializing in gulf coast art. - Coffee Waves Our newly opened Downtown location at 320C William is so excited to participate in its first Art Walk! As of right now the art hanging in our shop is Victor Riley and Mary Beach and we plan to have a musician (TBA) playing on ArtWalk evening.
- Co-op Men's fashion CO-OP Supply is a lifestyle specialty retail company. We offer a highly differentiated collection of fashion apparel, accessories, and home goods for the savvy man. Our motto is "Outfitting His Lifestyle." It's not just about the clothes, it's about creating a culture all your own.
- GoGo Corpus Christi Resale shop at 417 Schatzell
Joint Grand Opening Party with Turban Sue's Exotic Record Boutique on ArtWalk night. - Peace of Mind Massage Therapy & Natural Healing 602 N Lower Broadway
Info Call Jynelle or Rose @ 361-737-7813 or 361-354-3369 Or visit us on the web
Other:
Cultural Venues:
- Dos Comales
Downtown restaurant featuring culinary masterpieces and showing the works of Arnold Gonzales throughout the restaurant. Also featuring a mariachi band from 9:30pm til late. - Executive Surf Club
Featuring Beau Walker - House of Rock
Featuring art by Coastal Bend Artists. - The Ritz Theatre
The Ritz Theatre regrets it will be unable to open this ArtWalk but will be back in December.
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The Center at 505 S Water Street
- Abba Bellydancing Studio
TBA - Infinite Surprises Boutique, Music & Art Gallery
TBA - Tango Tea Room
TBA - Vibrational Healing Center
Offering free 10 minute sessions and free liver/kidney thyroid evaluations. Also featuring original artwork by Jane Johnson. - Ying Yang Fandango Gift Shop
One block over on S Chaparral Street:
- 48th Annual GREEK FESTIVAL O
n the Grounds of
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church located at
502 South Chaparral Street,
the 2011 GREEK FESTIVAL will be held on November 4, 5, & 6
An exciting three days of fun, food and merriment.
Come and enjoy a few hours of fun,
dancing, good food and relaxation starting on ArtWalk night.
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Downtown Bars, Clubs, and Restaurants
All these venues will offer "ArtWalk Specials or Discounts". Just show them your ArtWalk map to qualify.
Many of the businesses also participate as ArtWalk venues - see each months' flyer for details:
- Aria
- Bourbon Street
- Cassidy's Irish Pub
After party starting at 9:30 - Coffee Waves
- Dos Comales
- Dr Rockit's Blues Bar
- Executive Surf Club
- Flanagan's Downtown
- House of Rock
After party starting at 9:30 - La Bahia Restaurant
- Lizardos Sub & Pub
Vist with the home of the gigantic sub and ask for the ArtWalk offer of the month. - Mulligan's Pub
- Sonja's Bakery & Restaurant
Featuring the sculpture of Dennis Silvertooth and Music by Stoner - Jammin' on the sidewalk. - Sushibar Downtown
- Tango Tea Room
- Thai Spice
- Urban Fare Cafe
Music during ArtWalk by Jimmy Willden - WaterStreet Oyster Bar
- WaterStreet Seafood Company
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S.E.A.Town Enclave
 Corpus Christi Film Society and The SpokesPeople will be presenting the first in a sporadic series of outdoor film screenings entitled "Ride in Theatre" The film this month will be "Raising Arizona" and it will be projected onto the back of the Selena Auditorium starting at 8pm. The RTA "ArtWalk Express" will visit all these locations between 5:30 and 9:30pm so hop on the free transport and check out these amazing locations all of whom are offering FREE entry to ArtWalkers.
- The Art Museum of South Texas
The Art Museum doors are open for Artwalkers from 5:30 - 8:30 pm on November 4. At 7 pm, artists from the current Museum exhibitions will be present in the Museum galleries to answer questions about their work. Currently on exhibition at the Art Museum are: - The Art of Caring: A Look at Life Through Photography Organized by the New Orleans Museum of Art - The Art of Work An exhibition for the Full-time Art Faculty at Texas A&M Univeristy-Corpus Christi - Permanent Art Collection - Museum of Science and History
Will be open with free admission to ArtWalkers - Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures
Complimentary admission, live entertainment and special events.
Hassle free parking at the Museum of Asian Cultures or ride free from downtown locations on the RTA ARTWALK EXPRESS #79.
Visit and discover KOREA, a world of exceptional beauty, during the month of November at the Museum of Asian Cultures. An interesting country that is very culture - rich with a past that is just as colorful as its present, rich taste and flavors surround Korean cuisine, an experience to explore and savor.
A country within a country, Korea offers its visitors numerous opportunities to experience international cultures.
A crossover between the elegant traditional beauty and charm of yesteryear and its many modern embraces.
Korea boasts four distinct seasons that feature picturesque views of its beaches, mountains, valleys and rivers. Unique and beautiful items from Korea have arrived and are now available for purchase. Visit the Museum Gift Shop and jumpstart your holiday shopping and to learn more about KOREA - Desiree's at The Seamen's Center - 1501 N Mesquite
Music by Joe Green, Art by John Olvey
Art by John Olvey - Ride in Theatre
CC Film Society and The SpokesPeople present the debut of CC Ride-In Theater. Watch the hilarious Raising Arizona under the stars on the lawn of the CC Watergardens (directly in front of the Art Museum of South Texas). Ride in on your bike, drive in or walk in...just come on in and have a great time. Bring your chair, blanket and cooler. The first 50 attendees get pantyhose to wear on their heads or be sure to bring your own. Ride-In Theater will also be accepting donations of unopened packages of diapers to donate to the Women's Shelter of South Texas
CC Watergardens; 8pm-10pmFeaturing a showing of the movie "Raising Arizona" starting at 8pm
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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 #79 (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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