It's Second Saturday in Beacon.
You can fulfill any cultural desire you might have today whether it's chocolate, music, fine art, photography, jewelry or whimsy.
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Music, Art, Events and so on... |
SATURDAY, May 8
All Day Special Event - Hudson Beach Glass
10:30 am - 7:30 pm Special Mother's Day event Create your own Mother's Day gift with Artist and Jewelry Designer Lucy Bergamini 162 Main St. www.hudsonbeachglass.com 845-440-0068
All Day Special Event - School of JellyfishMother's Day Truffles are being made at School of Jellyfish(fair warning: we'll be closed on Sunday-- get them before) As always: organic, dark, fresh batch, individuall[architect] designed.Introducing the lavender truffle! MUST TASTE. www.schooljellyfish.com 183 Main Street 845-440-8017
Artist Dialogue 4p - Beacon Institute
Erica Hauser & Ian Wickstead, two of the artists featured in Beacon Institute's current art exhibit Water, water, every where, share their inner world of inspiration and creative process. Christopher Albert, director of kork project space in Poughkeepsie, NY, will moderate. The Beacon Institute for Rivers & Estuaries www.thebeaconinstitute.org 199 Main St. 845-838-1600
Opening Reception 5 -8p - RiverWinds Gallery "Enlightened Eyes" - Paintings by Gayle Clark Fedian and Robert Trondsen @ RiverWinds Gallery " May 8 - June 6 www.riverwindsgallery.com 172 Main St. 845-838-2880
Music 530p - School of Jellyfish
School of Jellyfish is very happy to present: Clear Light Ensemble Come and listen to the exhilarating mix of tabla, viola and sitar! www.schooljellyfish.com 183 Main Street 845-440-8017
Opening Reception 6-9pm - bau
bau 65: Carla Goldberg - The May Night Maidens Carla Goldberg continues her use of the fluidity of line which she is known for. Her body or work travels in a sister path to rivers and other flowing waters which she began in "Soundings" and "Bodice of the Goddess" which focused mainly on the Hudson River and the lore of female river spirits. www.baugallery.com www.beaconartistunion.com 161 Main St 845-440-7548
Opening Reception 6-9pm - Open Space
Patterns Beneath the Surface at OPEN SPACE Gallery an exhibition by Joe Pimentel and Randal Roberts www.openspacebeacon.com 510 Main St. 845.765.0731
Opening Reception 6-10pm - Gallery G
Liam Goodman "Champions of Breakfast"
Liam Goodman in conjunction with Gallery G is proud to present Champions of Breakfast, a large-scale photographic examination ofprominent American breakfast cereal characters. Refreshments will include free cereal, milk & alcohol. The show will continue through June 11th with viewings available by appointment at 718.612.5344.
Gallery G
15 East Main Street
Opening Reception 6-10pm - Marion Royael Gallery "Galleria Royael" Local Group 30 exhibit. 30 artists from Beacon New York and the surrounding area join artists represented by Marion Royael in this special exhibit. Exhibit runs through May 23rd, 2010 www.marionroyaelgallery.com 460 Main Street 541-301-0032
Music 7p - ZUZU'S LEAF & BEAN
Larry Sansone (singer-songwriter) and Eric Helmuth (percussionist) are members of Yucca Flats, an original folk-rock group that has been performing around the New York Metropolitan and Hudson Valley areas for 10 years. Their album 'Garden of Weeds' is available from Mapleshade Records
453 Main Street
Music 7p - Max's On Main 4th Anniversary Party and 2nd Saturday Night Featuring The Klubnik Band www.maxsonmain.com 246 Main Street 845-838-6297(MAXS)
Special Event 7p - BEAHIVE
Anniversary Party + Fundraiser BEAHIVE is turning one! (We opened in Beacon in May 2009.) Time to rock Main Street. Once again we're incorporating a fundraiser into the festivities - this time for our compassionate friends at Beacon's Community Cat Coalition. Entry by donation - proceeds go to the Coalition www.beahivebeacon.com 291 Main St (corner of S. Brett) 917-449-6356
Music 8p - Howland Cultural Center
MANI New Brooklyn Classical - Original chamber music and works by Beethoven & Debussey $12.00 $2.00 senior discount Limited Seating Handicap Accessible Tickets available online www.howlandculturalcenter.org 477 Main Street 845-831-4988
SUNDAY, May 8
Poetry 330pp - ZUZU'S LEAF & BEAN
Roger Aplon
One of the founding editors of Choice Magazine, writer Roger Aplon currently divides his time between San Diego and Beacon. In his eight published books, Roger propels his readers on journeys through an amazing variety of voices and places - worlds where men and women love and rage in equal proportions, where social injustice is keenly observed, and momentary observations resonate with profound truths
453 Main Street
Music 730p - Howland Cultural Center
Singer-songwriter Kiriaki Bozas celebrates Mother's Day with a piano and vocal performance featuring original tunes Admission: $15.00 for more information: www.kiriakibozas.com www.howlandculturalcenter.org 477 Main Street 845-831-4988
THURSDAY, May 13
Figure Drawing 7p - Spire Studios
Beacon Figure Drawing Session from 7pm to 10pm
10$ per session For next sessions go to:
Beaconcitizen.com/group/the drawing group
45 Beekman Street
Music 8p - Piggy Bank Fridays
LOCAL 845 presents Margaret McDuffie With Steve Raleigh on guitar & Jim Curtin on bass www.local845.com Piggy Bank Restaurant 448 Main St. 845-838-0028 |
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Can You Draw?
Beacon Open Studios is looking for artists who can draw to participate in our upcoming fundraiser on June 5th called The Big Draw. We are looking for artists in many different styles of drawing. You must be comfortable doing your drawing in an atmosphere where people are watching you work and in a room with music and festivities going on around you. You must be available the night of June 5th to participate. For more info click here.
Bank Square Coffee House: New Art Needed until June 1
The Bank Square Coffee House is looking for new art to exhibit. The space is available now until June 1st. Contact Katy Bell (845) 831-1997
Bank Square Coffee House | 129 Main Street | Beacon, NY 12508
Garrison Art Center: PHOTOcentric 2010 call for entries, June 1 Announcing "call for entries" for our upcoming juried photography exhibition, PHOTOcentric 2010, judged by noted photographers Stephen Shore and Harvey Stein. Deadline for submission is June 1. Prospectus and entry form are here. www.garrisonartcenter.org
Garrison Art Center | 23 Garrison's Landing | P.O. Box 4 | Garrison, NY 10524 | 845.424.3960
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CLASSIFIEDS |
Dia:Beacon has openings available for individuals interested in working in a small but busy café Thursday, Friday Saturday, Sunday, Monday between the hours of 9:30 - 5:30. Days and hours are somewhat flexible. Part time Kitchen Prep. - Service prep., filling orders and willingness to help maintain cleanliness of kitchen/Cafe. Food service experience is preferred. Please contact:Jennifer Casamassima Café Manager Dia:Beacon 3 Beekman Street, Beacon 845-440-0100 x 30 jcasamassima@diaart.org
Development Position at the Dutchess County Arts Council
The Dutchess County Arts Council is currently seeking candidates to join the Arts Council team as a Manager of Development & Special Events. This position works with President, staff and board to expand the Arts Council's base of individual and corporate support for the Arts Council's annual fund, which includes an established united arts fund. Manager will also plan and produce special events and increase programmatic support through foundations, corporations, and individuals. The position is full-time and reports to the President. Click here to read complete job description.
Studio Space for Rent
650 sq ft in artist occupied building. Ground floor 12ft ceilings,
cement floors, overhead door, clean walls, good light. Heat and electric
included. Contact Michael Benzer (845-831-3116) michael@glasstiles.com
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| BACA 2010 EVENT CALENDAR |
June 3 Beacon Arts Awards
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| At Work | The following BACA Artists are showing or working at the following venues.....
Susan Osberg teaches at Beacon Studios Kundalini Yoga MAY Workshops 9:00 AM - Mon. Wed. Fri. 7:00 PM - Tues. & Thurs. $10 class Singalong Slim is back at Zuzu's! 10am on Wednesdays. Music for kids, coffee for adults. Erica Hauser can be seen at the Beacon Institute. Domenico Petrillo can be seen at Marion Royael Gallery. (Are you a BACA artist and are out there AT WORK?? Be sure to keep us updated by submitting your what/where/when info to submit@beaconarts.org |
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BAU 65 - Carla Goldberg |
| On Tables | |
Chill
Wine and Tapas. Open everyday at 5pm.
www.myspace.com/ChillWineBar
173 Main St.
845-765-0885
Homespun Foods
A specialty food store and café offering salads, sandwiches, gelato, imported cheese and a selection of olives, with a lovely garden patio hidden out back. Hours: 8am - 6pm 232 Main St
845.831.5096
Isamu
Japanese and Chinese Cuisine. Open daily 11am - 10 pm.
240 Main Street
845-440-0002
Max's On Main
Beacon's authentic 1930's bar has re-established itself as the city's hotspot that includes an inventive menu. Open Daily 11:30Am til Late
www.maxsonmain.com
246 Main St
838.6297 (Maxs)
Piggy Bank
Restaurant in former bank building known as much for its award-winning design as for its authentic American cuisine emphasizing Southern barbeque.
www.piggybankrestaurant.com
448 Main St.
845-838-0028
Sukhothai Restaurant
Authentic Thai Cuisine in an relaxing atmosphere. Serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Take out available. www.sukhothainy.com
516 Main St.
845-790-5375
Zuzu's of Beacon
Coffee/Teahouse and gallery. Wireless available
453 Main St.
845-765-0679
and Beacon Natural Market
"Lighting The Way For A Healthier World" Organic produce, deli, groceries, meals & dairy, herbs, supplements, body care, pet care, household items,& gifts
348 Main St.
845-838-1288 |
| On Walls |
Back Room Gallery 475 Main Street 845-838-1838 Bannerman Island Gallerywww.bannermancastle.org 150 Main St 845-234-3204
Dia:Beacon
Click here to see what is currenly on exhibit. www.diabeacon.org 3 Beekman St. 845-440-0100 Fovea142 Main Street www.foveaeditions.org 845-765-2199 Gallery G15 East Main Street by appointment
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