26 Mar 2013

Wanna PechaKucha?...It's FREE!

By Rick Martin

Davenport, Iowa (March 28, 2013) - PechaKucha Night builds at the Figge Art Museum this Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the museum lobby.

PechaKucha Nights are informal and fun gatherings where creative people get together and share their ideas, works, thoughts, or hobbies in the PechaKucha 20x20 format. This format allows presenters to show 20 slides for 20 seconds each (six minutes and 40 seconds in total) to keep presentations concise and fast-paced. The images advance automatically and the presenter talks along to the images.

PechaKucha Night this Thursday will feature eight presenters including Vincent Briley, Assistant Dean of Academic Advising & Testing at Eastern Iowa Community Colleges; Tony Singh, Senior Vice President of The Singh Group at Merrill Lynch; Diane Franken, artsBASICS Co-Project Director at Davenport Community Schools; Ann Love, Director of Museum Studies at Western Illinois University-Quad Cities;  local artists Matt Pulford and Jeff Tady; local artist and financial advisor of The Singh Group at Merril Lynch, Thomas Behne; and Bruce Walters, professor of art at Western Illinois University.

Devised by Astrid Klein and Mark Dytham of Klein Dytham architecture, the first PechaKucha Night was held in Tokyo in February 2003 as an event for young designers to meet, network and show their work in public. Now, they are held in over 600 cities around the world by a city organizer. According to Figge Director of Development Raelene Pullen, "Our first night was a great success. We will continue to organize this vent on the last Thursday of each month."

Museum admission is free on Thursday evenings and this event will include free light appetizers beginning at 5:30 p.m. along with a cash bar. Thursday is the first of many PechaKucha Nights the Figge will be hosting. For more information on future dates, visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. If you are interested in becoming a presenter please contact Melissa Hueting at mhueting@figgeartmuseum.org.

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26 Mar 2013

DubuqueFest - Dubuque Fest We've got some tricks up our sleeves...

By Paula Neuhaus

Saturday, March 30 
Hockey, Welding, & Ice Cream: A Love Story

A Reading Featuring the Work of Thax Douglas, Al Johnson's Final Flu, & Ryan Werner. Poetry, Prose, Fiction.

DubuqueFest presents "Hockey, Welding, & Ice Cream: A Love Story" on Saturday, March 30, 7-9 p.m. at Eronel Art + Music Venue, 285 Main Street. The evening features a reading of original work from writers Thax Douglas, Al Johnson, & Ryan Werner. This rock-n-roll inspired reading serves as a fundraiser for the 36th annual DubuqueFest Fine Arts Festival.  DubuqueFest t-shirts and signed, limited edition silk-screened posters by artist Rich Rossignol will be available for purchase. A sliding scale donation of $5-$10 is suggested. All proceeds from the door support DubuqueFest Fine Arts Festival. More information at www.dubuquefest.org

Friday, April 19
Emerging Artist Showcase

DubuqueFest presents an emerging artist showcase exhibit on Friday, April 19, 2013 from 7-9 p.m. at the new Nash Gallery, 371 Bluff Street in Cable Car Square. The exhibit will feature 10 area emerging artists in an open genre exhibit and 10% of all sales on opening night will be donated to the festival. DubuqueFest t-shirts and signed, limited edition silk-screened posters by artist Rich Rossignol will be available for purchase. Refreshments will be served and a $10 donation is suggested. The new Nash Gallery is located above Monks Kaffee Pub, entrance is at the rear of building.

Saturday, May 4
An Evening with William Elliott Whitmore

Mindframe Theatres, 555 JFK Road, in Dubuque sponsors DubuqueFest's "An Evening with William Ellittot Whitmore." With a voice that sounds like the reincarnation of an old gospel preacher from the 1920s and a fascination with sin, death, and redemption to match, Iowa Native William Elliott Whitmore is one of the most unique artists to emerge on the Americana scene in years. Whitmore will offer a one-man performance on the Mindframe stage. This concert serves as a fundraiser for our festival. Raffle tickets will be for sale for chances to win a variety of artful prizes. Tees & Prints for sale too! Tickets are $20 at the door and includes 1 free raffle ticket. Tickets on sale April 1. Visit dubuquefest.org for ticket information.

The World's Longest Panoramic Portrait of a Three Day Arts Festival

You're Invited to Pose for the Portrait!

Photographer and artist Tim Olson will use a 1935 vintage studio camera to create a hundred foot long portrait of DubuqueFest. During the festival, Olson will roll his camera along a path that winds through Washington Park and, at intervals of approximately ten minutes in time and ten feet in distance, he will stop and make a single exposure. The 250+ photographs will be stitched together to create a single, highly detailed panoramic portrait of the festival. You're invited to find Tim & his old-timey camera during the fest & pose for the portrait. This project is made possible by funding from the Iowa Arts Council.

Festival Sneak Peeks
25 Mar 2013

Buffalo Bill Museum Building Addition Fundraiser

By Mandy Harvey

The Buffalo Bill Museum's Building Addition Kickoff Fundraiser Dinner wil be held on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at the Crane & Pelican Cafe.

5:00pm - 6:00pm:  Social Hour (Appetizers and cash bar)

6:15pm:  Dinner Served (choose from Cody Road Bourbon Chicken, Sawyer Farms Roast Beef, or Sabina Dawley's Spring Quiche

Desserts by 12th Street Sweets, Davenport

$35 per person in advance; $40 per person at the door.

Limited Seating - Will Sell Out Early - Don't Wait

For tickets, send payment NLT March 30th with dinner choice to the Buffalo Bill Museum, Box 284, LeClaire IA 52753 or call the museum at 563-289-5580.

Captain and Sabina Dawley built the Dawley House (now known at the Crane & Pelican Cafe) in 1851.  They raised nine children in the house.  The Captain and Sabina will be joined by two of their daughters and other LeClaire residents when they welcome you to their home on April 3rd.

25 Mar 2013

Get Healthy Lunch 'N' Learns

By Putnam Museum
Get Healthy Lunch 'N' Learns
Bodies Revealed!
The Putnam  is pleased to present a series of
Lunch 'N' Learn programs inspired by the exhibition Bodies Revealed. We'll start with lunch served on the Putnam's scenic theater balcony at 11:30 a.m., followed by the program. Lunch 'n' Learn attendees will have the opportunity to visit Bodies Revealed after the program with a Museum educator at a reduced cost.

April 10 - Have a Heart
Learn habits for a healthy heart and get your cardio questions answered by Dan Saskowski, M.A.,
Trinity's Manager of Cardiac Rehab.

May 8 - Bone up on Bones
Our skeletons have to last us a lifetime. We can keep them in good shape longer by knowing what promotes healthy bones and joints and how best to deal with conditions like osteoporosis and arthritis that weaken them. Dr. Tuvi Mendel of Orthopaedic Specialists will be on hand to answer your questions.

June 12 - Take a Deep Breath
Being able to take a deep breath is something a lot of us take for granted; but air pollution, smoking, allergies and asthma make that difficult for many people. Learn what you can do to keep your lungs healthy from
Dr. Bill Brandes of Trinity's Pulmonary Medicine.

Lunch 'n' Learn Cost: $20/person, $18/Putnam members.
Optional Discounted Admission to Bodies Revealed:
$10/person, $8/Putnam member.

To make a reservation: Call Alice Loff at (563) 324-1933, ext. 266.
Payment is required at time of reservation.
Putnam Museum
1717 W 12th St
Davenport, Iowa 52804
563-324-1933
22 Mar 2013

Carol Ehlers, Art History Speaker

By Lynn Bartenhagen

The public is invited to join the Muscatine Art Center in welcoming Carol Ehlers, art history speaker, as she presents a 45 minute lecture on Edgar Degas's influence on Pablo Picasso. The lecture will take place Thursday, March 28 at 5:30 pm in the Muscatine Art Center's Music Room. Admission is free.

When Pablo Picasso moved to the Montmartre district in Paris in 1904, he lived and worked in the same neighborhood as Edgar Degas. The pair had several friends in common, used the same models and shared Ambrose Vollard as their art dealer, but it is unlikely that the two ever met. Degas was from an earlier era (he was 47 years older than Picasso) and was classically educated and from a well-off family, but was famously aloof. Picasso on the other hand was struggling, impoverished and frequented the brothels, cafes and nightclubs so commonly seen in both of their works.

Despite their differences in age, temperament and background, Picasso had an enduring fascination with Degas. Throughout his long career, Picasso would produce works of art in response to what his artistic predecessors created, often "quoting" their compositions. Picasso is said to have observed that "good artists copy; great artists steal." Thus was his relationship with Degas. Picasso's early compositions were wrought with scenes of cabarets and cafes, portraits, women bathing, and ballet dancers; the same subjects that had come to define Degas's iconic works.

Pablo Picasso Looks at Edgar Degas explores Picasso's lifelong fascination with Degas's art and personality, while also shedding light on the development of twentieth-century modernism.

In 1992 the Muscatine Art Center's collections were significantly enriched by a gift of twenty-seven works of art from the estate of Mary Musser Gilmore in honor of her parents, Richard Drew Musser and Sarah Walker Musser. Represented in this collection are works by Toulouse-Lautrec, Matisse, Degas, Boudin, Chagall, Renoir, and other European artists. These pieces are on permanent display in the Laura Musser Mansion.

20 Mar 2013

Happenings at the GAHC

By GAHC
Eiermarkt Spring Craft Fair
Saturday, March 23 10am-3pm

Free Admission to the Fair!

We have many great vendors for our 2nd annual Eiermarkt! Come shop the arts and crafts, try hot pretzels or fresh baked pie, check out the many things you can do and make with the incredible Egg!

1848 to Today a presentation by    Dr. Joachim (Yogi) Reppmann
Sunday, March 24th 1:30pm

Come to GAHC for a social starting at 1:30, then at 2:00 Dr. Reppmann will speak about this interesting and influential group of immigrants in early Davenport. A wreath ceremony will follow. This program is sponsored by the German Roundtable
19 Mar 2013

The Spring Mississippi River Valley Art Drive Spring 2013

By Rhonda LeMar-James
May 4 & 5, 2013

The 6th MRVAD self-guided art drive

The artisans of MRVAD invite you to join them in their home studios and special galleries for this artist supported and created event. 

An opportunity to interact with the artist during the creative process, to experience personally their inspirational setting, or to peer behind the final product and look into their work space where it all happened, is an experience not frequently available to the public.

This spring art drive boasts additional artist venues and wider diversification of art expression and creativity.  Go to www.MRVAD.com to research each artist in more detail, hours of availability, print a map, and locate a possible trip plan that fascinates your art desires!
18 Mar 2013

Program on 48ers, Revolutionary immigrants in Davenport

By Kelly Lao
Davenport, IA- Some of the most influential people in early Davenport were the German 1848'ers; they came and prospered in this once small river town. Join Dr. Joachim (Yogi) Reppmann for a historical perspective on these important immigrants on Sunday, March 24th at the German American Heritage Center. A social begins the program at 1:30pm with Dr. Reppmann speaking at 2pm. Join us for a Wreath Ceremony to follow the event on Gaines Street.

Admission is $5 Adults, $4 Seniors, $3 Kids, and free for members. The German American Heritage Center is located at 712 W 2nd St. Davenport, IA. For more information on this event and other programming call 563-322-8844 or visit gahc.org.
15 Mar 2013

Loebsack Announces 2013 Congressional High School Art Competition

By Joe Hand

Original works by local high school students due April 26th

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack announced today that high school students in the Second Congressional District may now submit their original artwork to his Davenport office to be considered for the Congressional Art Competition.  The annual competition is hosted by the United States House of Representatives to recognize talented young artists from across the nation. The winning student from each district is invited to Washington, D.C. to attend a reception held in their honor and will have his or her artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year. The deadline for artwork to be received in Loebsack's Davenport office is April 26th

"The creativity of our talented young artists demonstrates that the arts are thriving in Iowa.  Each year that I have hosted this contest, I have been amazed by the talent of these students," said Loebsack. "For a young artist, having your artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol is quite a remarkable accomplishment. Judging this competition is always difficult, but I look forward to seeing this year's entries and meeting with the artists."

All entries should be sent to Loebsack's Davenport office at 209 West 4th Street, no later than Friday, April, 26th.  Loebsack will also host a reception to honor all students who submit artwork on Saturday, May 4th at 11:00am at St. Ambrose University. For additional details about the competition, students should contact Dave Leshtz at 319-351-0789 or by email at david.leshtz@mail.house.gov.

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15 Mar 2013

Spring Break Events at the Family Museum

By Elly Gerdts

Family Museum Announces 2013 Spring Break Spectacular Lineup

Bettendorf – With a week off from school, area parents and kids are looking for fun and exciting activities during spring break. From March 21 - March 30 the Family Museum is offering ten days of just that: programs ranging from live music, live animals, science, and performance art. Events and performances are included with paid admission or Family Museum membership.

 

THURSDAY, MARCH 21 - SATURDAY, MARCH 23

Kinetic King

Daily Detonations at 4:00 PM

Whoo-Hoo! Your favorite science geek from America's Got Talent will be back building more of his super cool kinetic structures! Come check it out! He will set off a chain reaction collapse each day at 4:00 pm with a final detonation on Saturday at 4:00 pm! You Betcha!

SUNDAY, MARCH 24

Jim Gill

Performance at 2:00 PM

Jim Gill, an award-winning musician and author, offers more than a show to watch.  Each concert is an opportunity for family play! In concert, Jim strums energetic rhythms on his banjo while everyone claps, sings, dances, and even sneezes along to the silly and inspiring musical games. This year's Family Room Tour celebrates Jim's five awards, in over 20 years, from the American Library Association (the same organization that famously grants the Caldecott and Newberry awards for books).  This unprecedented string of awards includes a 2012 honor for his most recent release Music Play for Folks of All Stripes. Come and join in the fun!

 

MONDAY, MARCH 25

Niabi Zoo

Presentation at 10:00 AM

Meet some friendly critters from the Niabi Zoo!  A Zookeeper will bring a variety of animals to share with us, and they will teach us about the featured creatures and the zoo's role in animal conservation.

Insect Zoo

2:00-4:00 PM with a formal presentation at 3:00 PM

Do you love bugs?  Come see, touch, and learn about all kinds of awesome insects with the Iowa State University Department of Entomology Insect Zoo!  You'll meet insects found in Iowa and throughout the world. Participants can view and interact with live insects and other arthropods.  The Insect Zoo emphasizes the diversity, ecology, and behavior of arthropods while participants are exposed to many basic concepts of biology. Visitors will learn about interrelationships among diverse insect groups and their important role in life on Earth.

TUESDAY, MARCH 26

West Music's Instrument Petting Zoo

2:00-4:00 PM

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and pet some...instruments! Our friends from West Music are bringing along a sampling of instruments kids can try for themselves.  It's a great way to pique a musical interest in young children.  Prizes too!

Insect Zoo

10:00 AM - Noon with a formal presentation at 11:00 AM

Do you love bugs?  Come see, touch, and learn about all kinds of awesome insects with the Iowa State University Department of Entomology Insect Zoo!  You'll meet insects found in Iowa and throughout the world. Participants can view and interact with live insects and other arthropods.  The Insect Zoo emphasizes the diversity, ecology, and behavior of arthropods while participants are exposed to many basic concepts of biology. Visitors will learn about interrelationships among diverse insect groups and their important role in life on Earth.

 

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27

Comedy Sportz

10:00 AM

Get ready for some laughs!  The Comedy Sportz team from right here in the Quad Cities will take the stage at the Family Museum!  The "act-letes" hilarious improvisation skits will have kids giggling!  The audience-involved show is appropriate for the entire family.

60 Second Caricatures with Adam Pate

1:00 - 4:00 PM

Bring the whole family for this fun-filled afternoon of caricatures!  Adam Pate is a nationally known caricature artist able to draw you in just one minute!  He is also bringing his iPad for some digital drawings.

 

THURSDAY, MARCH 28

Bubble Wonders: Anything Is Possible!

10:00 AM

Don't miss this fun, inspiring, sticky, and educational show!  Bubble Wonders is full of amazing tricks including the bubble caterpillar, bubble volcano, the dancing bubble, a bubble merry-go-round, and much more!  The amazing bubble-ologist Geoff Akins will even put a child inside a bubble!  Fun for the entire family!  Show lasts approximately one hour.

 

FRIDAY, MARCH 29

ScribbleMonster

Performance at 10:00 AM

ScribbleJim and ScribbleJayne will be here for some musical Family Fun! ScribbleMonster can be heard nationally on children's radio, and their latest release was named one of the Top 5 Kids & Family Albums of the Year by NPR. Their "draw outside the lines" approach to music for the family has earned raves from parents and Parenting Magazine alike. Come sing, think, play, dance, and get creative with ScribbleMonster!

 

SATURDAY, MARCH 30

CoMotion Dance Theater

Performance at 10:00 AM with workshop following

Valerie Williams Co|Motion Dance Theater is a professional modern dance company which has been performing throughout the Midwest since 1978. Located in Ames, Iowa, they are committed to build awareness of and appreciation for modern dance through education and outreach.

 

Sponsored by the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs

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