  GALA Newsletter
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 | May, 2011
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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
Ellen Schneeflock
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Our Thanks to Sally
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Sally Sargent has informed the GALA board of her need to resign to attend to personal matters, and with regret the board has accepted her resignation. We appreciate the commitment, hard work, and enthusiasm with which Sally served. She assured us that she will continue to help the organization whenever she can. We wish you well, Sally!
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Alan Ruuska & Gary Ruuska Receive Jaffrey Awards
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Congratulations to Alan Ruuska and Gary Ruuska
on their public voting awards in the
Jaffrey Civic Center Spring Area Exhibit!
Alan won 2nd Place in Photography for
"Barn on Bayberry Hill"
Gary won 2nd Place in the
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Call for Artists-Worcester Art Museum Juried Show
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Worcester Art Museum, in collaboration with ARTSWorcester, is accepting entries for a juried exhibition titled,
In Context: Art of Here and Now.
Internationally known artist, Annette Lemieux will be the juror. Cash prizes will be awarded. Exhibit will be at
the Worcester Art Museum, Higgins Education Wing from
June 16 -August 12, 2011. Intent to Submit due May 20.
For more info and form.
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| Contra Dances at Unitarian Universalist Society |
2011 SPRING CONTRA DANCES
Music: The No Name Band
4th Sat. of the month - 7:30 to 10 pm, May 28 & June 25
Set to live music, contra dancing is a traditional New England dance that is easy to learn as all dances are taught by the caller. No need to bring a partner. Beginners and experienced dancers, all ages and level of ability are welcome!
Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes.
Suggested donation: $6.00 per person.
All proceeds used towards handicapped accessibility.
Call Terry 978-632-6677 or email dattquilter@hotmail.com www.uusg.net 66 Elm Street, Gardner, MA
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Len Haug Receives First Place Award in Grafton
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Congratulations to Len Haug!
"In the Shade of My Farm House"
won First Place in Mixed Media at the Grafton Fine Arts and Music Festival.
This piece by Len has also won awards at other shows including First Place in Mixed Media in the GALA 2010 Spring Show.
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Intro to Songwriting Class with Mark Fisher
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Mark Fisher will be teaching Intro to Songwriting
at MWCC in Gardner, MA. A class for anyone who wants to write, or perform their own songs, or wants to be more inspired with their creative experience.
Thursday nights 7-9 pm on June 9, 16, 23 & 30, $69
For more info
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Mark Fisher Trio Will Perform at Gardner Ale House
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 Mark Fisher Trio returns to the Gardner Ale House on Saturday night May 14 after a 15 month absence. They will be playing music from Mark's 5 CD releases, along with familiar music by The Beatles, The Everly Brothers, Motown, and more. Go to top
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Southern Rail Will Perform Bluegrass in Ashburnham
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Wallace Hill Pottery Open Studio Event
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Annual Open Studio Event at Wallace Hill Pottery
May 14 & 15, 2011 9 am - 4 pm at 98 Wallace Hill Rd, Townsend MA with potters
Joan Sinatra Hathaway www.sunburstpotteryonline.com
Deb Oatman Gardner www.wildwindstudios.com
Lorna Fredd (Artful Codger Studio)
Paula J. Barry www.wallacehillpottery.com
All can be found on facebook.
There will be a great selection of handmade pottery, new forms, familiar works and local treats.
There will also be seconds and discontinued pieces (so, visit early).
For more info, email Paula@wallacehillpottery.com
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| Linq Nominated for OutMusician of the Year |
 Congratulations to Linq!
Royalston-based singer/songwriter Linq (GALA member Diane Lincoln) is headed to New York City this month as one of five nominees for OutMusician of the Year (music + activism) in the 7th Annual OutMusic Awards Show sponsored by the LGBT Academy of Recording Arts (LARA). Category winners will be announced at the event.
This is Linq's second OutMusician of the Year nomination: in 2009 for "Change the Picture" and in 2010 for "Oh Bully."
Award website: www.outmusicawards.com Visit Linq's website at http://www.linqmusic.com
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Fitchburg Art Museum Regional Exhibit Call for Entries
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The Call for Entries for the Fitchburg Art Museum 76th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft
is available on the FAM website. Entries must be postmarked by May 14.
Exhibit Dates: June 26 - September 4, 2011. Opening Reception: June 26, 1 - 3 pm.
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Princeton Arts Society Art Exhibit & Sale
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The Princeton Arts Society 20th Anniversary Art Exhibit & Sale
Exhibit Dates: May 13 -15, 2011
Artist Reception with live music: Friday, May 13, 7-9 pm (Awards Ceremony 8 pm)
Public Gallery Hours: Saturday, May 14, 10 am-9 pm (Public Reception with live music 7-9 pm)
Sunday, May 15, 12 noon-4 pm (Popular Choice Award 3:30 pm)
Location: Princeton Center Building, 18 Boylston Avenue, Princeton, MA
For more info, download the exhibit flyer.
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Colored Pencil Workshops & Classes with Gary Ruuska
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 Gary Ruuska is offering Spring 2011 classes and workshops at the Sharon Arts Center School in Sharon, NH. Workshops: "Colored Pencil for Absolute Beginners" Saturday, May 28, 10 am - 3 pmSaturday, June 25, 10 am - 3 pm8-Week Classes: "Painterly Colored Pencil"Thursdays, May 5 to June 23, 10 am - 1 pm
Thursdays, May 5 to June 23, 6 - 9 pm For more info see Gary's website registration page.
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Introduction to Acrylics Class with Lori MacDonald
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Lori MacDonald is taking registrations for her next
Introduction to Acrylics class at the Boulder Art Gallery
960 Main St., Fitchburg. The class will be held on four
Monday evenings from 6:30 - 9 pm, May 16, May 23,
(no class Memorial Day Monday), June 6, and June 13.
Discover the vast range of colors available in a split primary palette by making a color chart. Learn the effects of different acrylic mediums on a variety of surfaces. Paint with a palette/painting knife for a loose impasto painting. Also, paint a small landscape in one session with step-by-step demonstration (a photo reference is provided). The cost for the 4-session class is $60 plus materials. A materials list will be provided to purchase in advance.
To register, call Lori at 978-407-9333 or email: macdonaldartist@yahoo.com
Visit Lori's website: www.macdonaldartist.com
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| Macro Photography Workshop with Guy Biechele | 
Macro and Close Up Photography, May 14, 2011, 10 am-2:30 pm
at the Sharon Arts Center, School of Art and Craft, Sharon, NH.
Guy's website: www.guybiechele.com
Through macro photography we can enjoy a whole new world of photographic subjects and opportunities. Insects, interesting flora, tiny details and patterns can fill our photographs. During this workshop we will discuss equipment and techniques for macro photography, spend time in the field photographing, and finish by reviewing and discussing the photographs we made.
What to bring: Compact digital camera with macro mode, or digital single lens reflex (DSLR) camera with a macro lens. Also bring if possible a tripod, flash attachment, remote shutter release, sturdy shoes, insect repellent.
For more info or to register, see the Sharon Arts Center course catalog or call 603-924-7256.
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Call For Artists/Artisans-Fitchburg First Thursday Art Walk
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Be part of Fitchburg's First Thursday celebrations!
We are seeking tent vendors to set up on Main Street on first Thursday's from May - October from 4:00/5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Great opportunity to promote your work. Go to: http://theboulderartgallery.com/favorite_links.html to see a map and further details. Go to top
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| More Shows, Classes, Etc. |
Jaffrey Civic Center
Felting by Lynn Slade On exhibit: now to May 26. More info
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 2010 Constant Contact Email Marketing All Star Award! | 
GALA has once again been named an All Star by Constant Contact for demonstrating best practices in the use of email marketing. Award winners were selected from over 400,000 small businesses and organizations. All Stars are recognized for setting the standard of being a responsible, engaged, professional, and successful online marketer. Go to top |
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 21st of each month. |
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