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GALA was organized to promote the arts as an essential component of a healthy community. We believe that artistic expression is a community's greatest legacy for future generations. GALA will increase awareness and appreciation of the arts by way of exhibits, instruction, theater productions, musical programs and provision of scholarships to students in local schools.
GALA, PO Box 1158, 377 Main St., Gardner, MA 01440
www.galagardner.org | March, 2011
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Welcome New Members!
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Candy Baril
Brian Beaudoin
Sue Gallagher
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GALA Board of Directors
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Ed Schneeflock, President
Jeff Gallant, Treasurer
Guy Biechele
Nowell Francis
Luis Gonzalez
Chuck Heidorn
Vicki Heidorn
Sally Sargent
Ellen Schneeflock
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GALA Spring Art Show & Sale
with live music all weekend!
March 11 - 13, 2011
at the Gardner Polish American Citizens Club (PACC)
171 Kendall Pond Road West, Gardner, MA 01440
Show Hours
Opening Reception: Fri. Mar. 11, 6-9:30 pm (extended time with awards announced at 7 pm)
Sat. Mar. 12, 11 am-6 pm
Sun. Mar. 13, Noon-4 pm
See the Music Schedule
Tells others about the show and distribute the 8x11 poster
 This program is supported in part by a grant from the Gardner Cultural Council,
a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
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GALA Featured Artist - Jan Queijo
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Jan is a self-taught quilt artist specializing in fabric portraits of animals and unique art quilts. Her love of animals started her on this road, creating animal quilts depicting her own beloved rescued pets. Although Jan also makes traditional quilts, she prefers to design her own creations or create custom portraits for clients, using their photos as a guide. Read more
See Jan's beautiful work on the GALA website
and her website at www.crazydoglady.com
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Princeton Arts Society Exhibit Call for Artists
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The Princeton Arts Society will be celebrating its 20th Anniversary in May and will be hosting an Art Exhibit May 13 through May 15. The show will be open to all artists (over 18 years of age) and will be a judged show of 2-D and 3-D art work including photography. A large cash purse and over 20 ribbons will be awarded. A well known and respected artist will serve as the judge. Non-members can enter one piece for $15.00 or two pieces for $25.00. The Call for Artists with the Registration Form (in pdf format) will be posted on the Society's blog princetonartssociety.blogspot.com and website www.princetonartssociety.org on March 12. The deadline is April 23 for receipt of entry forms and fees. Additional information and forms will be available from the Exhibit Coordinator len.haug@princeton-ma.us after March 12.
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C. M. Judge Mixed Media Exhibit
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Rollstone Studios presents True Identity: believing it all
featuring mixed media work by C. M. Judge.
Opening reception during Fitchburg's First Thursday downtown arts and culture celebration, Thursday, March 3rd from 5-7 pm, 633 Main Street. There will be a special screening of MALE from FemLink: the international video collage featuring 26 artists from 26 countries.
Exhibit runs until April 15, 2011. For more info
C. M. Judge's Website: www.cmjudge.com
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Fitchburg First Thursday Art Walk Call for Artists
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Be a part of Fitchburg's arts and culture revitalization by participating in First Thursday events, an exciting community celebration in downtown Fitchburg. The Fitchburg Cultural Alliance (FCA) is seeking artists and crafters who would like to have a tent on the sidewalks of the upper downtown area to display and sell their wares. Artists/crafters must supply their own tent and commit to setting up once a month on First Thursday from 4-8 pm from April to October. The FCA will not be charging a fee; although they are looking into license requirements by the city. Their goal is to create an "Art Walk" that will incorporate both established galleries and outdoor vendors. A great opportunity. Please contact Pete Capodagli of the Boulder Art Gallery at info@theboulderartgallery.com for more details.
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Daytime Acrylic Painting Classes in Gardner with Lori MacDonald
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Lori MacDonald is now accepting registrations for daytime classes to begin in April.
The classes are held in Lori's home studio in Gardner, MA.
Monday Independent Studio Classes beginning April 4th 9:30-11:30 am or 1-3 pm.
Step-by-Step Landscape Class beginning Tuesday April 5th 9:30-11:30 am.
Introduction to Acrylics - Tuesday afternoons in April beginning April 5th 1-3:30 pm.
For more into on any of these classes see Lori's website at www.macdonaldartist.com
To register, call Lori at 978-407-9333 or email her at macdonaldartist@yahoo.com
These daytime classes are being offered as an alternative to Monday and Tuesday evening classes. Please inquire about Lori's evening classes as space is limited.
Monday evening classes are held at the Boulder Art Gallery in Fitchburg, MA.
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Jan Queijo Solo Exhibit at Gardner Library
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Gorilla from Jungle Quilt
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Cheetah from
Jungle Quilt
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Jan Queijo
Crazy Dog Lady Quilts
will have a solo exhibit
March 1 - 31, 2011 at the
Levi Heywood Memorial Library
55 West Lynde Street
Gardner, MA 01440
978-632-5298
Visit Jan: www.crazydoglady.com
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Colored Pencil Class with Gary Ruuska
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Gary Ruuska is offering a four-week colored pencil classat the Boulder Art Gallery in Fitchburg, MA. Saturdays, April 9 - 30, 2011, 10:30 am - 4:00 pmFor more info and to register go to the registration page on Gary's redesigned website.
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Photography Workshop with Guy Biechele
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Pastel Workshop with Lisa Regopoulos
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"Create a Miniature Pastel", a workshop offered by Lisa RegopoulosWednesday, March 9, 2011, 6:30-9:00 pm at the Boulder Art Gallery, Fitchburg, MA. The cost of the workshop is $35.00 which includes use of pastels and paper. For more info and to reserve your spot, contact Lisa through her website: lisaregopoulos.com.
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Arts Marketing Workshop with Bruce Baker
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The Monadnock Area Artists Association is presenting
an exciting workshop that artists & craftspeople will not want to miss.
"How to Thrive, Not Merely Survive, As An Artist/Craftsperson"
Saturday, April 16, 2011
This workshop is designed for art/craft professionals who want to compete successfully in today's art field. The purpose is to help artists identify and overcome barriers that keep their businesses from running at peak performance. Don't miss this event if you are ready to:
* Better present yourself as an artist.
* Design your booth or exhibition space to encourage sales.
* Increase potential sales at your next event.
* Thrive, not merely survive, as a professional artist.
For more information and a registration form (deadline is April 1).
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Summer Program in Mexico City for Visual Artists
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SOMA Summer is a unique six-week program for visual artists conducted in English in Mexico City. The program offers a series of short seminars and workshops led by a selection of renowned Mexican and international artists. Participants also have the possibility of meeting weekly with a variety of artists and curators for individual critiques. Activities are designed to promote intense creative work and artistic dialogue. Online applications will be accepted until Friday May 13, 2011; however there are only 20 spots available and review of applications will begin on April 1st. For more info.
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| More Shows, Classes, Etc. |
Jaffrey Civic CenterAnnual Spring Art Exhibit now to March 26. Susie Choate exhibit of hand-painted eggs & broken egg collages now to March 17. More infoChris Justice exhibit of pottery now to March 17. More info Concord Art AssociationDon't miss the artwork of Joanne Holtje in the Members Juried II Show now to March 13. Museum of Science, Boston"New England in a Different Light - Infrared New England Landscapes"
An exhibition of infrared photography by Guy Biechele now to April 3. Fitchburg Art MuseumEvery First Thursday of the month, museum admission is free from 4 to 8 pm and tours and other activities are offered. Call 978-345-4207 for more information. Eddy Troxler & The Jazz Depot See their website thejazzdepot.com for information on upcoming shows. Websites of Interest to Artists Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) and check out the MCC blog ArtSake. The Painter's Keys where you can subscribe to twice weekly letters from artist Robert Genn.
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 GALA Receives 2009 Constant Contact Email Marketing All Star Award |
GALA has been named an Email Marketing All Star by Constant Contact for demonstrating best practices in the use of email marketing throughout 2009.
Award winners were selected for meeting the standards of
a responsible, professional, and successful email marketer.
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Newsletter Submissions
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Have news about awards, shows, events, classes, or new gallery representation? Have an article you would like to submit? Please send it "publication ready", as we need to minimize the need for editing. Send submissions including your contact info to Anna Ruuska at webawr@comcast.net or the GALA mailing address. Submission deadline is the
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