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City of Edmonds Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services
700 Main Street | Edmonds WA 98020 | 425-771-0228 www.ci.edmonds.wa.us/ArtsCommission
FALL 2010
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Welcome to the Arts Bulletin, published quarterly in January, April, June, and October, by the City of Edmonds Arts Commission. If you aren't already receiving this via email, subscribe below. We welcome your comments. | |
Arts Commission Opening
Are you a resident of Edmonds with an passion for the arts and a willingness to volunteer your time on a working board? The City of Edmonds Arts Commission is seeking applicants to serve a four year term. EAC is made up of 7 Edmonds residents who serve staggered 4-year terms. By ordinance 4 of these positions must be filled by people professionally engaged in the arts. This opening is for a person with experience and interest in the literary, visual or performing arts, but does not require professional experience in the arts.
Applicants are interviewed by the EAC Nominations Committee and appointed by the Mayor and City Council. Attendance is required at the monthly meetings (1st Monday of the month at 6 pm), and each commissioner has at least one area of program responsibility. An average time commitment of 4-8 hours per month is standard with greater time commitments requested for special events.
For more information and a position description call 425-771-0228 or email gillespie@ci.edmonds.wa.us. Applicants should submit a resume and letter of interest to: EAC Nominations, 700 Main St, EdmondsWA98020. The deadline is Monday, December 6 at 5 pm. |
 25th Write on the Sound
Community Sponsors and volunteers are key to the success of the 2010 Write on the Sound Writers' Conference.
About 250 participants gathered for the 25th Anniversary conference, October 1-3, the largest gathering in its history. Over 30 presenters gave informative and challenging workshops and keynote Natalie Goldberg inspired over 500 people at Edmonds Center for the Arts. Out of town attendees commented on the charm and beauty of Edmonds, and the well planned and intimate nature of the conference.
THANK YOU to the Community Sponsors including Greg Hoff/Windermere Real Estate, Edmonds, Patricia Thorpe and Heather Krause/RBC Wealth Management, Mary Kay Sneeringer & David Brewster/Edmonds Bookshop, ArtsNow/EdCC, Edmonds Harbor Inn Best Western, QFC, Edmonds Bakery, Safeway, Top Foods, Europe Through the Back Door, Half Price Books, and Third Place Books. They help keep the registration fees affordable.
THANK YOU to the hardworking Steering Committee and Edmonds Arts Commissioners who put in many volunteer hours over the weekend and throughout the year under the leadership of Kris Gillespie and Frances Chapin.
The 2011 Writing Contest Theme will be announced in the Winter ArtsBulletin and posted at the website below. To join the mailing list send your street address to: wots@ci.edmonds.wa.us More info at www.ci.edmonds.wa.us/ArtsCommission/wots.stm |
 Thank You Concert Sponsors!
The Edmonds Arts Commission wishes to thank Acura of Lynnwood and Lynnwood Honda for their generous support of the Summer Concerts in Edmonds City Park. Their support, since 2002, makes it possible for EAC and the Edmonds City Council to present eight lively and varied concerts on Sunday afternoons in July and August. THANK YOU! |
 National Arts & Humanities Month
Engage your senses this October with ARTS CRUSH. Theatre Puget Sound (TPS) challenges residents and visitors around Puget Sound to attend hundreds of special one-time arts events, discounted and free activities. Over 150 arts organizations from all arts disciplines have signed up to participate in a variety of ways - hands-on participation, once-a-year glimpses behind the scenes, and surprise arts experiences in unexpected places. See the complete list at www.ArtsCrush.org. Already completed in Edmonds was a 3-day Community Workshop sponsored by EAFF & EAC with Seattle artist Marita Dingus in which bottle caps and other materials were used to create artwork for the fence at ArtWorks. Still to come:
--IN EDMONDS, Playworks presents Arthur Miller's "I Can't Remember Anything", Oct 26th at 3:30 at the Edmonds Conference Center (201 4th Ave N). In this compelling one-act play, two old friends trade light hearted banter and stinging exchanges to express the conflicting views of life's truths. At the same time they reveal to us their enduring mutual affection and the importance of companionship as the shadow of morality lengthens. 425-640-1809
--IN LYNNWOOD, StoneDance Productions present:
"Reading Dance" Free lecture with Eva Stone, Oct 27, 12:30, and Oct 30 at 6 pm, age 8+. The movement language of contemporary dance, how a dance piece is formed, and Q&A.
"Introduction to Modern Dance" class with Eva Stone, Oct 27, 6:30 pm, age 10+. No experience necessary. RSVP Required.
All at EdmondsCommunity College's Black Box Theatre, 20000 68th Ave W, Lynnwood.
--IN MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, 21801 44th Ave W, Edmonds own Cascade Symphony will hold a free open rehearsal including the Overture to Die Fledermaus at MLT High School's Theater Oct 25, 7:30 pm. |
Tourism Promotion Awards Applications Available
Applications are now available for 2011 Tourism Promotion Awards from the City of Edmonds Lodging Tax Fund. Non-profit Arts Organizations that serve the citizens of Edmonds are eligible. Funding up to $2,000 per award (generally less) will be made to provide advertising and promotion of cultural and artistic events that attract visitors to Edmonds. Call 425-771-0228 or email gillespie@ci.edmonds.wa.us or visit www.ci.edmonds.wa.us/ArtsCommission (select workshops & grants) for an application form. Deadline: November 30, 5 pm. |
Edmonds International Film Festival
Oct 21-23, Edmonds Theatre, 415 Main St
EIFF features three days of independent film screenings with actors and directors present and answering audience questions, as well as many other events throughout the festival. Tickets range from $10-$35 per event. Visit www.edmondsfilmfestival.com for a list of all the events and to get tickets.
Art Classes at Edmonds P&R
Edmonds Parks & Rec. offers a variety of art classes including: Calligraphy, Oil Painting, Drawing, Watercolor, Photography, Gourd Art, and more. Fall quarter one-time classes include Making Button Rings, Art Journaling and Glass Fusing. Winter quarter: Mixed Media Techniques, Altered Books, Woven Boutique Bags & Card Weaving. For more information visit www.reczone.org or call 425.771.0230. Classes held at the Frances Anderson Center 700 Main Street.
Library Book Sale
Saturday, Oct 23, 9 am-4 pm, 700 Main St
The 30th Annual Friends of the Edmonds Library Book Sale features books, DVDs, children's and young adult books, and more. Premium selection 9-1:30.
Season Openers
--Driftwood Players, 950 Main St
Oct 28-30 - "Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde", 9:13 pm, Alt Stage
Nov 19-Dec 19 - "Annie" Main Stage
For information & tickets visit www.driftwoodplayers.org or call 425-774-9600.
--Cascade Symphony "Harold In Italy" Nov 1, ECAStrauss, Borodin, Berlioz with Mara Gearman, viola, 7:30 pm at ECA, 410 4th Ave N. Call 425-776-4938 or visit www.cascadesymphony.org for tickets.
--Sno-King Chorale "Salute to America" Nov 11, ECA
With the Shoreline Concert Band, 7:30 pm at ECA. www.sno-kingchorale.org or 425-673-1242.
--Olympic Ballet "Nutcracker" Dec 18 & 19, ECA
Holiday Season favorite - Sat 2 & 7 pm, Sun 3 pm at ECA. For tickets and information see www.olympicballet.com or call 425-774-7570.
ECA Fall Schedule
EdmondsCenter for the Arts, 410 4th Ave N, 7:30 pm
Oct 21 - Jo Dee Messina, Country
Oct 23 - Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy, Fiddlers
Nov 6 - "ArtsCrush" 5 pm, 4th Annual fundraising dinner and auction.
Nov 17 - Seattle Int'l Comedy Competition
Nov 19 - Spyro Gyra, R&B, funk & pop
Dec 2 - Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Dec 5 - Travelin' McCourys, Appalachian/improve jazz
For more details and tickets visit www.ec4arts.org or call 425-275-9595.
Seattle Opera Previews
7:00 PM, 650 Main St
Join Seattle Opera's Education Department for a one hour discussion of up coming Operas in the Edmonds Library Plaza Room, 2nd floor:
Jan 5, 2011 - "Barber of Seville"
Feb 16 - "Don Quixote"
April 27 - "Magic Flute"
Project Updates
Artist made elements are a significant part of several current capital construction projects the City has in the planning and engineering phase:
--SR 99 International District Enhancements is a federally funded project to create a visual gateway at 76th and SR99 with the addition of custom light poles with artist-made pedestrian level lanterns and custom design signage on the east side and a sculptural element on the island at 76th on the west side. The project will go to bid at the end of the year and should be complete by the end of 2011.
--Dayton St Plaza Renovation project at 2nd and Dayton includes an artist designed hard surface element on the new plaza and three plinths in the landscaping for temporary display of sculpture. The project will go to bid by early 2011, completion is estimated by end of 2011. --Downtown Cultural Heritage tour is a project for which the City just received a $24,000 matching grant from Preserve America to create artist made interpretive place markers that highlight community history in the 4th Avenue Cultural Corridor area downtown. The project also includes development of a brochure, map and information for the website. |
CALENDAR
OCTOBER
ALLEAC: Paulette Johnson, Pastels, Edmonds Library, 650 Main St, Mon-Thur 10-9, Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5. 425-771-0228.
ALL-EAC Display Case: Write On Calligraphers, group exhibit, 700 Main St, Mon-Fri 8-9, Sat 9-4, 425-771-0228.
ALL-EAF Museum Gallery: Iyoko Okano, Japanese Calligraphy, 700 Main St, Mon-Fri 9-9, Sat 10-3.
ALL-GALLERY NORTH presents Christine Meshew & Mara Sparks, Paintings & Pottery, 508 Main St, Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5, 425-774-0946.
Till 10/31-EDMONDS HISTORICAL MUSEUM presents "Tribute to Indian Art & Other Influences", 118 5th Ave N, Wed-Sun 1-4 pm, 425-774-0900, www.historicedmonds.org
1-31-COLE GALLERY Eileen Sorg, Paintings, 107 5th Ave S, Tu-Sa 10-6, Sun & Mon 12-4, 425-697-2787, www.colegallery.net
21-THIRD THURSDAY ARTWALK, hosted by Downtown Edmonds Merchants, 5-8 pm, 425-776-3778.
18-MANYA VEE SELECTS presents Robin Westbrook's Slider Jewelry (5-8, demo), 409 Main St, 425-776-3778, www.manyaveeselects.com
21-11/17-COLE GALLERYfeatures Andy Eccleshall.*
21-ECA presents Jo Dee Messina, Country, 7:30 pm, 410 4th Ave N, www.ec4arts.org or 425-275-9595 for tickets.
21-23-EDMONDS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, 415 Main St, tickets $10-35 per event. See www.edmondsfilmfestival.com for details and tickets.
23-Friends of Edmonds Library BOOK SALE, 700 Main St, 9 am-4 pm, 425-771-1933.
23-ARTIST TRUST "I Am An Aritst" Reception & Networking Event, Red Door Gallery, 2829 Wetmore Ave, Everett, 5:30-7:30 pm. Call 206-467-8734 x20 or nirmala@artisttrust.org for information.
23-ECA presents Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy, Fiddlers, 7:30 pm *
24-ARTISTS CONNECT meets at ArtWorks, 201 2nd Ave S, 10-12, 425-774-6049 for more info.
25-PUGET SOUND CAMERA CLUB meets, Maplewood Presbyterian Church, 19523 84th Ave W, 7 pm, 425-776-2442 or 485-3247.
28-30- DRIFTWOOD PLAYERS presents "Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde", Alternative Stage, 950 Main St, 425-774-9600, www.driftwoodplayers.org
NOVEMBER
1-9/15-EAC: Bonnie Hodges, Portraits, Edmonds Library.*
3-9/13-EAC: African American Quilt Assoc, Quilts, FAC Display Case.*
3-9/13-EAFF: African American Quilt Assoc, Quilts, Museum Gallery.*
ALL-GALLERY NORTH: Anne Moon & David Varnau, Paintings & Sculpture.*
1-30-COLE GALLERY: Gary Leake.*
1 - CASCADE SYMPHONY "Harold In Italy" Concert, 7:30 PM, ECA 410 4th Ave N, 425-776-4938 or www.cascadesymphony.org for tickets.
4-7-DRIFTWOOD PLAYERS presents "Voice of the Prairie", Alt Stage.*
6-ECA presents "ArtsCrush" 4th Annual fundraising dinner and auction, 5 pm, 410 4th Ave N, contact Jamie at 425-275-4487 or Jamie@ec4arts.org
6 & 7-ARTIST TRUST I Am An Artist professional development weekend for filmmakers, 10am-5pm. For Info or to register call 206-467-8734 x20 or nirmala@artisttrust.org. Limit 15.
8 & 22-PUGET SOUND CAMERA CLUB meets.*
11-SNO-KING CHORALE & Shoreline Concert Band "Salute to America", 7:30 PM, ECA 410 4th Ave N. Tickets: 425-673-1242.
17-ECA presents Seattle International Comedy Competition, 7:30 pm.*
18-12/16-COLEGALLERY: features Micki Dyson Flatmo.*
18-THIRD THURSDAY ARTWALK, Downtown Edmonds5-8 pm.*
18-MANYA VEE SELECTS Leigh Young, hats, scarves, bags, 5-8 pm.*
18-20-SCULPTOR'S WORKSHOP Pottery Sale, Rm 210 700 Main St, Th 6-8, F 2-8, S 10-2, 425-774-8282.
19-ECA presents Spyro Gyra, R&B, funk & pop, 7:30 pm.*
19-12/19-DRIFTWOOD PLAYERS presents "Annie", Main Stage, 950 Main St, 425-774-9600, www.driftwoodplayers.org
20-PUGET SOUND ARTISTS' GIFTSHOW, 10-5, at ArtWorks, 201 2nd Ave S, Edmonds. 425-774-6049. www.artworks-edmonds.org
22-CSO presents "The Emperor" concert.*
28-ARTISTS CONNECT meets at ArtWorks.*
DECEMBER
2-ECA presents Preservation Hall Jazz Band, 7:30 pm.*
5-ECA presents Travelin' McCourys, Appalachian/jazz blend, 7:30 pm.*
10-18-DRIFTWOOD PLAYERS: "The 8: Reindeer Monologues", Alt. Stage.*
15-1/27EAC: exhibit Gary Haakenson, Photographs, Edmonds Library.*
15-1/27-EAC Display Case: d'Elaine Johnson, Paintings.*
16-1/27-EAF Museum Gallery: EAFF Collection.*
ALL-GALLERY NORTH: John Vandebrooke, Encaustic Paintings & Stan Rust, Woodturning *
11-SNO-KING CHORALE "Holiday Magic" concert.*
13 & 27-PUGET SOUND CAMERA CLUB meets.*
16-THIRD THURSDAY ARTWALK, Downtown Edmonds5-8 pm.*
16-MANYA VEE SELECTS: Immaculate Confections Chocolate Truffles, 5-8 pm.*
18, 19-OLYMPIC BALLET "Nutcracker", ECA 410 4th Ave N, Sat 2 & 7 PM, Sun 3 PM. Tickets: 425-774-7570.
19-OBT "Santa Breakfast" & Mini Nutcracker, Lynnwood Embassy Suites, 10 AM, Tickets: 1-800-838-3006.
JANUARY 2011
5-SNO-ISLE Library Seattle Opera Preview: "Barber of Seville", 7 pm, 650 Main St.
ALL-GALLERY NORTH: New Year, New Work by Gallery N Resident Artists.*
20-THIRD THURSDAY ARTWALK, Downtown Edmonds5-8 pm.*
*NOTE: See earlier listing for contact / ticket info
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OPPORTUNITIES
For a complete listing of local and national artist opportunities & resources, visit www.artisttrust.org
Artist Trust seeks registrants for I Am An Artist Professional Development Weekend for Filmmakers, Nov 6 & 7, 10am-5pm. Registration $50 members/$95 non-members. Contact 206-467-8734 x20 or nirmala@artisttrust.org. Limit 15. By 10/29.
Lynnwood Arts Commission seeks local & regional artists for 2011 exhibits at the Lynnwood Convention Ctr (6 mo. long). Applications at www.LynnwoodArts.org or call 425-640-5518. By 10/31.
City of Auburn & White River Valley Museum invite entries to 3rd annual Small Works, Big Presents: The Gift of Art exhibit and sale, Nov 17-Dec 19. Open to all Northwest artists working in 2-D format. Maximum outside f4rame dimensions: 20" x 20". $5 entry fee, cash prizes. Contact Patricia Cosgrove at 253-288-7437 or pcosgrove@auburnwa.gov . Registration 11/ 6.
Cascade Symphony Orchestra seeks a young accomplished musician (on the viola, cello, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, French horn, trumpet, trombone or euphonium) to perform with CSO as soloist at the Children's Concert on Feb 26, 2011. Age 15 or younger, $10 application fee. For an application or information email hollysullivan@comcast.net, call 425-743-7968, or see www.cascadesymphony.org . By 11/1.
Snohomish Co Historic Preservation Commission seeks artwork to commemorate Sno-Co's 150th Birthday, exhibit Jan/Feb 2011. Artwork must include an image or story from Sno-Co: family, industry, newsworthy events, historical landscapes. Artists trading cards to large scale 2-D work accepted. Contact Wendy Becker 425-388-3186, wendy.becker@snoco.org for more information. By 12/10.
Edmonds Arts Commission seeks local bands to perform at the 2011 Concerts in the Park, Sundays, 3-4 pm, July & August. Send promo material and music to: EAC Concerts, 700 Main St, Edmonds98020. By 12/15.
Bellingham Parks & Rec seeks art for Big Rock Garden Park 2011 Sculpture Exhibition May 8-Sept 30. Up to 4 artists will be selected, all work must be for sale. Prospectus: www.cob.org/services/recreation/parks-trails/bigrock.aspx or 360-778-7100. By 2/18/11.
Lynnwood Arts Commission seeks artists to exhibit at LynnwoodSeniorCenter (3-4 mo. long). Applications at www.LynnwoodArts.org email LynnwoodArts@gmail.com or call 4250-670-5518.
ArtWorks 201 2nd Ave S, Edmonds, has ongoing art related classes. See www.artworks-edmonds.org for details. Regular office hours: M, W, F, 11-2.
Edmonds Third Thursday Art Walk seeks artist applicants. Applications & maps: www.manyaveeselects.com/artwalk/artwalk.htm
Artist Trust workshops "How to Build a Strong Grant Application"; "Moving Forward: Resources for Artists"; "I Am An Artist" available in various locations around the state. For dates and locations see www.artisttrust.org/events/view or contact Miguel Guillen at miguel@artisttrust.org 206-467-88734 x 11 or 866-218-7878.
Edmonds Arts Commission seeks artists for 2011-12 exhibits in the Edmonds Library. Send up to 10 digital images or link to a website, and a professional resume to EAC Exhibits, 700 Main St, Edmonds98020 or chapin@ci.edmonds.wa.us applications reviewed quarterly.
ARTIST RESOURCES
Art Jobs www.artjob.org is the source for professional opportunities and career info in all areas of the arts, nonprofit, commercial, fellowships, conferences, commissions & more.
Artist Trust Artists' Assets complete resource guide for artists of WashingtonState. Visit: www.artisttrust.org/pro_resources/AA
Arts Information Line a service of Seattle Public Library to answer questions about the arts. Call 206-615-1324 during business hours.
ArtsNow Nurturing the arts from creation to commerce with classes for the novice to advanced techniques for the experienced. Also workshops on the business of being an artist. www.edcc.edu/ArtsNow
ArtsEd Washington an organization dedicated to promoting statewide arts education in partnership with artists, educators, organizations, schools and agencies. www.artsedwashington.org
Americans for the Arts a national organization for groups and individuals dedicated to advancing arts and culture. www.artsusa.org
Cole Gallery & Artists' Supplies 107 5th Ave S, Edmonds, 425-697-2787, Tue-Sat 10-6, Sun/Mon 12-4, www.colegallery.net
Regional Arts & Culture Council (PortlandOR) offers GrantSearch, an online database of organizations that fund NW artists. www.racc.org
Snohomish County Arts Commission's website covers the visual, performing and literary arts with lists of resources, exhibits, events, opportunities and news. www.snohomishcountyarts.org
Washington State Arts Alliance a statewide arts advocacy organization, info@wsartsalliance.com, www.wsartsarlliance.com
Washington State Arts Commission www.arts.wa.gov |
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The Edmonds Arts Commission exists to ensure that the arts are integral to our community's quality of life, economic vitality, and central identity.
Commissioners Staff
Rick Bader Frances White Chapin
Pam Harold Cultural Services Manager
Joanne Otness Kris Gillespie
Mary Monfort, Chair Cultural Services Assistant
Lois Rathvon
Samantha Saether
Todd Timmcke
EAC Meets at 6 pm the first Monday of each month, 650 Main Street
City of Edmonds Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department |
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