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Greetings,
It's already May! As the weather warms, we invite you out to enjoy something fun and creative this month!
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May Exhibition
at the Rotary Centre for the Arts
Cherie Hanson
Upper Mezzanine, Display Cases, South Atrium & Alex Fong Galleria
May 1st - 31st
A local and international artist, Cherie Hanson minored in art while earning her B.A., B.Ed., and M.A. Cherie explores the world of art by focusing on digital photographic art, poetry and painting. In 2007, Cherie was awarded a certificate of recognition titled "Beyond Walls" at the Florence Biennale of Contemporary Art in Italy. more
www.cheriehanson.com
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Welcome New Studio 205 Resident Artists!
Joanne Onrait, Sandra Chapman and Debra Martin
"Just Beyond" - Sandra Chapman, "Welcome To My World" - Joanne Onrait
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We would like to welcome Joanne Onrait, Sandra Chapman and Debra Martin, three new artists to take residence in Studio 205, located on the 2nd floor of the Rotary Centre for the Arts.
All three women are painters who incorporate a variety of applications including acrylic, oil and multi-media. Their subject matter includes landscape, still life and abstract works. In addition to painting, Debra also creates unique, artistic jewellery.
Sandra Chapman shows her work and is represented by Gallery 421 in Kelowna and Effusion art gallery in Invermere BC. She also takes commissions and has an online gallery at www.sandrachapman.ca. Joanne Onrait takes commissions and sells her work through her online gallery at www.joanneonrait.ca. Debra Martin shows her work and is represented by Gallery 421 in Kelowna.
Each is a member of Impressions art group, and has been since its inception
5 years ago. They show and sell their work at it's annual exhibit.
All three artists have completed courses through Okanagan University College (now UBCO) Fine Arts Department including drawing, painting, two-dimensional studies, art history and art theory. They also have attended numerous workshops to further their understanding of various artistic processes.
These very talented artists are moving in May 1st. We invite you to stop by the centre and visit them in their new space!
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FATHEAD: Funky Rhythm & Blues
One of the hottest multi-award winning Blues Bands in Canada
 FATHEAD
Saturday, May 8th @ 7:30 PM
TICKETS: $30/Adult, $10/Student
FREE PRE-SHOW:
BobBB & Friends @ 6:30 PM
"Building Full of Blues" garnered their second coveted Juno Award for
"Blues Recording of the Year" in 2008.
This Toronto 5 piece Blues band, infuses elements of funk, soul, and R&B into their strong blues backbone. Georgia-raised lead singer JOHN MAYS has had a storied career that began in the Southern gospel tradition, crossing over into Doo-Wop, R&B and Blues, not to mention a stint with the Godfather Of Soul JAMES BROWN.
Considered one of the top blues harp players in the country, multi-instrumentalist
AL LERMAN is a journeyman musician who is the founder and leader of this popular blues band.He's garnered several MAPLE BLUES AWARD nominations for both his harp and saxophone playing as well as his song-writing.
FATHEAD's red-hot guitar man, TEDDY LEONARD, has played the Michael Pickett Band, Morgan Davis, Colin Linden, The Band's Rick Danko and Garth Hudson and hosted the Toronto Blues Society guitar workshops several times. In describing Leonard's playing, recent reviews have been peppered with words such as "exquisite", "tasty" and "molten". Bassist OMAR TUNNOCH and iconic drummer BUCKY BERGER round out FATHEAD's sound. Listen to FATHEAD
Purchase concert tickets at www.SelectYourTickets.com
or visit Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421 Cawston Ave, Kelowna, BC (250) 717-5304
This concert is part of the RCA Spotlight Series presented by Tree Brewing. more
Guitar & Harmonica Workshops
Before the performance on May 8th at 5PM
FREE to concert ticket holders or $10 PRE-REGISTERED AT 250-717-5304
These are demonstration style workshops, however you are welcome to bring instruments and to practice toward the end of the session.
Course # 501d - Al Lerman (Harmonica)will demonstrate different styles learned from the masters; playing in different keys on one harp; importance of tone, groove and phrasing; playing in major and minor etc.
Course #501e - Teddy Leonard (Guitar) will teach the importance of groove and tone as well as various phrasing, solo techniques etc.
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A Day of Play for Nurses:
Health and the Creativity Connection
Join facilitators: Brenda Valnicek and Cheryl Hann
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In celebration of Nurses' Week, please join us at the Rotary Centre
for the Arts to explore your creative spirit.
When: Tuesday. May 11th, 2010
Where: The painting and drawing studio at the Rotary Centre for the Arts
All sessions are free; our gift to nurses. No talent or skill required!
Drop in or sign up at www.sage-ing.com to reserve your spot in a session
0900 - 0930 Health and the Creativity Connection
0930 - 1130 Get heArt fit through spontaneous process painting
1230 - 1330 Singing into Spirit
1400 - 1600 Creating Collage: when the sum is greater than the parts.
1500 - 1600 Energy Spinning with Hoops... A new spin on the hula hoop.
1600 - 1700 Hear 4 nurses speak on how engaging the creative process has impacted their healing, health, wellness, recovery and sage-ing into retirement
1900 - 2030 Spontaneous process painting: "The Caring Journey"
Offered together by Rotary Centre for the Arts, The Sage-ing Program and Myriad Holistic Nursing. For further information please go to www.sage-ing.com.
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Kids get creative this summer!
Summer ArtsBlast
Ages 5-11
July 12 - 16 or July 19 - 23
Back by popular demand!
Summer Arts Blast features a wide selection of fun and creative arts activities including Art, Music, Drama and Dance. Guided by talented and inspiring "top flight" instructors, Arts Blast will give your child the opportunity for individual learning and growth. more
Register at Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421 Cawston Avenue, Kelowna, BC
or online at www.RotaryCentrefortheArts.com
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Mural Workshop for Teens
Paint a mural with two very inspiring artists
Leave your mark! Create a mural with accomplished artists Jorden and David Doody - the 4th mural of it's kind at the Rotary Centre for the Arts!
Jorden and David work with the group to design and paint a mural, which will cover one cement wall inside the set shop of the RCA. Learn how to create and project an image, work with brushes, rollers and paint pens to master this art form, without being chased away by large dogs or a night patrol. more
PROJECT DATES: July 27th - 30th
4:00 - 8:00 PM (bring a lunch)
Ages 12 to 18
Register at the Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421 Cawston Avenue, Kelowna, BC
or online at www.RotaryCentrefortheArts.com
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Spring Activities: there's still time to participate
From dance to pottery, something for everyone!
Feel the Rhythm Community Drum Circle ·
Salsa Thursdays · Basement Musicians Circle ·
Harmonica & Guitar Workshops · Fibre Arts · Jewellery · Beading · Glass Fusing · Pottery
& more...
Visit our website - Click on the "Activities" menu
for details. Register online or call (250) 717-5304.
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Located in the heart of Kelowna's Cultural District,
Rotary Centre for the Arts is a multi-disciplinary visual and performing arts centre and rental venue providing a wide array of events and festivals. The community can experience artists and performers in action, and share in the excitement of developing and strengthening the Okanagan's cultural heritage.
We appreciate everyone who continues to make the Rotary Centre for the Arts a vibrant and creative destination. Keep in touch - we'd love to hear from you!
www.RotaryCentrefortheArts.com
421 Cawston Avenue | Kelowna | BC | V1Y 6Z1 | Canada | (250) 717-5304
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