| Welcome to the Art in Action newsletter. Connect with current happenings at Art in Action, museum shows, local events, and fun activities for kids. Art in Action enriches lives through art. |
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| Happy Birthday to these Art in Action artists!
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Georges Seurat - December 2, 1859
Gilbert Stuart - December 3, 1755
Wassily Kandinsky - December 4, 1866
Helen Frankenthaler - December 12, 1928
Diego Rivera - December 13, 1886
Paul Klee - December 18, 1879
Henri Matisse - December 31, 1869
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| Support Art in Action
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Last year, with your help, we served 20,600 students in 871 classrooms at 72 schools, trained over 2,000 teachers and docents this year, displayed more than 3,000 works of student art in 13 local libraries, provided in-depth art programs for 860 summer camp students, and updated and republished curriculum
books complete with full color. Your donations support art shows, the e-newsletter, under-served schools, and research and development, specifically for online instructional videos. Donate online or email or call Judy at 650.566.8339 to learn how to benefit from donating stocks and securities (limited time option).
Art in Action is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3). All gifts are tax deductible. |
| Local Libraries Feature 2nd Grade Art
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The third in a series of monthly Art in Action library art shows will feature 2nd Grade artwork based on masterpieces by Klee, van Gogh, Cezanne, and Picasso to name a few. Through January 13, 2008 stop by and enjoy art created by our young artists!
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| MLK Jr. Day Workshop
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Back by popular demand!
Share time with your child creating art projects inspired by African
American art and artists. Free to AiA docents and their children. Two sessions:
11:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm.
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Save the Date - Art in Action Benefit
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Congratulations to the new Art in Action Auxiliary on having a fast start and creating excellent organization for the March 10, 2008 benefit Atelier d'Artistes! This committee of experienced event planners has organized an exciting luncheon with an outstanding speaker - wildlife artist Laura Regan. Before the luncheon, guests will observe demonstrating artists, shop in an art boutique, admire excellent student artwork, and bid in the silent auction. For more information about this event or to request an invitation, contact Art in Action or visit our website.
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| E-magination is a monthly art resource for parents and teachers using the Art in Action program. To suggest events, submit articles, ask questions or give feedback, contact us on-line or call 650.566.8339. |
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Thank you!
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Art in Action thanks the San Francisco Foundation for their recent grant of $10,000.
This grant will help us expand our K-8 programs and teacher training to 50 new classrooms in Bay Area schools in 2008. It is because of ongoing supporters like them, that we have been so successful in achieving our mission of bringing a quality visual art program to children in the Bay Area. We thank them for making a difference.
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Gallery Highlights
San Jose Museum of Art
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The Fantastic Universe exhibition features the work of pioneer European modernist Joan Miró, one of the most influential artists of the twentieth-century. Highlighting the artist's exploration of printmaking towards the end of his career, this exhibition will showcase approximately sixty works.
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Art Advocacy
Americans for the Arts
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| Why Ask For More? The arts are much more than just fun "extra" activities for kids. Participation in the arts opens up children's worlds and minds and offers them the skills they need for a bright future. Chances are that your kids are not getting enough art - in or out of school. Find out with 10 Simple Ways how you can start today to incorporate more art in your child's life. |
| California State PTA |
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A landmark study from independent research institute SRI International, for the first time systemically examines the status of arts education in California. The report reveals that the vast majority of California's schools fails to meet state standards for teaching the arts and that access to arts instruction varies widely among the state's schools.
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Volunteer Spotlight
Auxiliary Board
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| Thanks for your hard work! |
Dorothea Nawas
Sherri Coats
Ellie
Cronin
Rosie Garlock
Barbara Glynn
Angela Grauel
Pat Gregory
Mary
Jo Imparato
Anita Joy
Lynn McGowin
Jeanne Oehm
Nicole Patton
Polly
Pollack
Betty Ann Reinhardt
Carol Roberts
Debbie Rosenberg
Dolly Shalvoy |
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