12 Feb 2015

Augustana students invited to exhibit art at Figge Art Museum

By Lauren Reed

ROCK ISLAND, IL (02/12/2015)(readMedia)-- Seven Augustana students were among a select group of artists from colleges and universities in the Quad Cities area to exhibit their art at the Figge Art Museum's College Invitational Exhibition. A closing reception and awards ceremony was held at the Figge on Thursday, February 5.

The students invited to exhibit their art included:

Nathan Gray of Rock Island, IL

Emily Grooms of Coal Valley,

Founded in 1860, Augustana College is a selective four-year residential college of the liberal arts and sciences. The college is recognized for the innovative program Augie Choice, which provides each student up to $2,000 to pursue a high-impact learning experience such as study abroad, an internship or research with a professor. Current students and alumni include 155 Academic All-Americans, a Nobel laureate, 13 college presidents and other distinguished leaders. The college enrolls 2,500 students and is located along one of the world's most important waterways, the Mississippi River, in a community that reflects the diversity of the United States.

12 Feb 2015

Learn About the Project to Preserve the Rock Island County Civil War Memorial

By Robert Jackson Jr.

Rock Island, IL: The Civil War memorial at the Rock Island County Courthouse has seen better days, but organizers of a local monument restoration project hope to change that.

You can learn more about Restoring Rock Island's Civil War Monument at 3:00 pm Wednesday, Feb. 25 at Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. Project organizers Doug Lambert, Quad City Civil War Roundtable, and Lt. Ron Ericson, a Rock Island County deputy sheriff, will present a history and images of the badly weathered memorial, discuss the need for saving it, and list local soldiers honored on the memorial. Questions and answers will follow. The program will last about an hour.

In July 2014, the life-sized marble soldier at the top of the memorial was lifted off the pedestal base after observers noted the statue had moved several inches off center. Since then, the 1,200 pound statue has been secured in a frame next to the 18-foot marble column. According to a report prepared by Diane Oestreich of the Rock Island County Preservation Society, more than 30,000 people gathered at the statue's unveiling in 1869. Rock Island's statue is an original work. It was commissioned especially for the county from artist Leonard Volk, one of two sculptors to model Abraham Lincoln from life, and a later founder of the Chicago Academy of Design.

The Restoring Rock Island's Civil War Monument program is free and open to the public. For more upcoming library events, visit library locations or the website at www.rockislandlibrary.org, follow Rock Island Library on Facebook or Twitter or call 309-732-READ (7323).

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12 Feb 2015

Art In Protest Of Obama And His Anti-American Administration

By Narveen Aryaputri

This is our opening Art exhit for the Phoenix plus in Cyberspace.

Please print this Press Release in your PSA.

This begins today, with Abraham Lincoln's birthday, and we will CONTINUE  taking Submissions through July4th. 2015.

It's a rolling show.

Our aim is specified below.

Significantly: it's the New Medium : Cyberspace PLUS Physical space.
In Art. For the same show.

All the art will be shown on WWW.ATTHEPHOENIX.COM

as well as At the Phoenix Art Gallery on Fifth Avenue. Moline.

12 Feb 2015

ARTIST APPLICATION DEADLINE APPROACHES

By University of Iowa Fine Arts Council
All regional and local artists are encouraged to apply to the Riverbank Art Fair by WEDNESDAY, FEB. 25.
Iowa City, IA, (February 11, 2015) CALLING ALL ARTISTS? The application deadline for the 2015 Riverbank Art Fair is quickly approaching. For decades, Midwest artists have applied to this spring fine art show that features artwork across a wide breadth of genres. All artists and artisans are encouraged to apply by February 25. Applications and information can be found at http://fineartscouncil.uiowa.edu/riverbank-art-fair/.
The Fine Arts Council is proud to present the Riverbank Art Fair; an indoor exhibition held annually that showcases the work of artists across Iowa, the Midwest, and beyond. The 2015 show will be held on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and on Sunday, April 26 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Iowa Memorial Union located in downtown Iowa City. Admission is free and open to the public.
The University of Iowa Fine Arts Council is a self-supporting, non-profit organization of students that strives to support and promote community artists within the Iowa City/Coralville area and beyond. The council organizes two professional fine arts exhibitions throughout the year, the Riverbank Art Fair in late April, as wells as the Holiday Thieves' Market in December. Both shows support arts outreach within the community while supporting local artists in lively, unique, and welcoming atmospheres. Please contact uofifineartscouncil@yahoo.com with inquiries, comments, or concerns.
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11 Feb 2015

David Houk - Bind exhibit at L&D15 Opens FEB. 14

By David Balluff

L&D15 opens its second monthly art exhibit with Davenport art teacher David Houk. Bind is loosely tied together by family connections, paintings in the exhibit are steeped in memories of family and childhood.

"I try to express personal meaning through my paintings; it's easy to let doubt take over. My students continue to influence me. Their imagination, fearlessness and bold use of color inspire me every day. My family and friends help me shape how I view the world and are the driving force behind my artistic choices."

There will be a reception for David Houk on Saturday, February 14th starting at 7pm. Hors d'ouvres and drinks will be provided. The exhibition runs through March 15th.

"A part of this show is a tribute to my great grandfather. While reminiscing about my grandfather I was led to his old tackle box. These objects have special meaning to me. The lures, hooks and Copenhagen tin remind me of the times I spent with him. I wanted to give them a new purpose, be perceived in a new way and seen on a larger scale."

"In today's culture I have reservations about guns; they're controversial; however, painting guns is my way of showing my appreciation for my father."

Rounding out the show are portraits of my loved ones. The purpose was to capture their personality so I painted them from memory.

David Houk is an artist and art educator in Davenport, Iowa. He is a graduate of St. Ambrose University and has been teaching in the Davenport School District for 11 years.

L&D15 brings a new style of retail to the Quad Cities, featuring clothing, accessories and housewares created by local and international artists and designers. The store is located at 520 West 2nd Street in downtown Davenport. For more information, please visit http://

06 Feb 2015

Family Museum Announces 2015 Spring Break Spectacular Lineup

By Elly Gerdts

Bettendorf ? With a week off from school, area parents and kids are looking for fun and exciting activities during spring break. From March 15 - March 21, the Family Museum offers seven days of just that: programs ranging from live music, special events, science, and performance art. Events and performances are included with paid admission or Family Museum membership.

 

The Junkman

Sunday, March 15

1:00 pm performance followed by "Junk Jams"

Inspired by the sounds his mechanic father made while working in the garage, Donald Knaack, The Junkman®, uses the sounds of found objects and recycled materials to make music.  Don't miss this unique performance! www.junkmusic.org

 

Comedy Sportz "Rated E for Everyone!"

Monday March 16

10:30 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. www.comedysportzqc.com

 

West Music's Instrument Petting Zoo

Monday March 16

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! www.westmusic.com


"Frozen" Day

Tuesday, March 17

Ice Sculpting Demonstration

10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Come see an ice sculptor in action! See what creations can be made from a huge block of ice!

 

Meet Elsa, Anna, and Olaf

10:00 - 11:00 am and 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Meet, greet, and take pictures with your favorite friends from Frozen!

*Please note, meet and greet will end at the times stated. Lines may need to be cut short.

 

Dry Ice! With Mr. Glenn

1:00 - 1:30 pm

What is dry ice? How cold is it?  Don't miss this "cool" science show with Mr. Glenn.

 

Play Fake Snow

1:30 - 2:30 pm

It may look like the real thing, but it's not!  Come check out our fake snow!

 

Frozen Sing Along and Dance Party

3:00 - 3:30 pm

Sing and dance to your favorite songs from the movie!

 

Snowball Fight!

3:30 - 4:30 pm

How about a snowball fight without the cold, wet snow? Make your own "snowballs" and have a good old fashioned snowball fight right here in our Great Hall! Fun for grown-ups too!

 

Balloon Magic

Wednesday, March 18

10:30 am

Billed as the "Funniest Magic Show Ever!" Bring the kids for a comedy, magical, balloon adventure!


Balloon Twisting

Wednesday, March 18

12:30 - 2:30 pm

Get in line and get a cool balloon creation! Animals, hats, flowers, and more!

 

Magic Classes

Wednesday, March 18

3:30 - 4:30 and 4:30 - 5:30 pm

How would you like to learn some magic? TJ Regul will hold classes for kids and parents to learn some "tricks" of the trade! Children age 6 and up (with an adult) only, please. Classes limited to 20 participants. Sign-ups will begin at 11:30 am. First come, first served.

 

Planetarium Fun!

Thursday, March 19

9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Join us in the inflatable planetarium for a 20 minute tour of the night sky! Find the bright stars and constellations of spring. Shows begin every half hour and are limited to 20 people. Sign in at the front desk for an available time.

Members of the Quad Cities Astronomical Society will also be here to display their telescopes. There will be an opportunity to gaze at the night sky through a telescope, if the night is clear, between 7 and 8 pm (or as soon as it gets dark).

 

Pajamas with Pete the Cat

Thursday, March 19

6:30 - 7:30 pm

If you love Pete the Cat stories, put on your pajamas and come to the Museum for a fun night! We'll have a PJ story time.... And Pete the Cat himself will be there too!

 

Dan Wardell from IPTV

Friday, March 20

10:30 am

Story time and adventure with IPTV Kids Clubhouse host, Dan Wardell! There's sure to be lots of fun when Dan's in the house!

 

Over the Ledge with Pete the Cat

Friday, March 20

1:00 pm

Join Pete the Cat for a special Over The Ledge! See what comes tumbling down when Pete goes on one of his silly adventures! "It's all good!"

 

Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players

Saturday, March 21

11:00 am

Grammy nominated Justin Roberts is truly one of the "all-stars" of the indie family music scene. With numerous national awards and recognition and a devoted fan base, Justin and The Not Ready for Naptime Players dish out unexpectedly intelligent and whimsically rocking music for kids and their parents. You won't want to miss this family friendly concert! www.justinroberts.org

All events sponsored by the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs.
06 Feb 2015

Muscatine Art Center partners with Muscatine Symphony Orchestra to offer a new FREE class, "Get Into Music" for kids ages 4 to 8.

By Lynm Bartenhagen

"Get Into Music" is a new class presented by the Muscatine Art Center and the Muscatine Symphony Orchestra supported by a grant from the Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine. The purpose of the class is to introduce musical instruments to kids (ages 4 to 8). During the hour long class, a single instrument will be highlighted. A musician from the Muscatine Symphony Orchestra will bring his or her instrument and demonstrate how to play it for the kids. The musician will explain how the instrument works and answer questions. The Muscatine Art Center staff will lead an introductory activity and conclude the session with a story and/or craft project related to the featured instrument.

The first "Get Into Music" class will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2015 and feature musician, Walter Conlon, and his French horn. The featured musician for March 12 will be Margie Kundel on violin. Dick Marr on trombone and Stephanie Romagnoli flute will be featured in April and May, respectively. Reservations are being accepted by calling the Muscatine Art Center at 563-263-8282. Admission is free. Participating families will receive a complimentary adult ticket for one performance of the Muscatine Symphony Orchestra. Children can always attend the Muscatine Symphony Orchestra for free.

The Muscatine Art Center is located at 1314 Mulberry Avenue in Muscatine, Iowa. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday evenings until 7:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated. Visit www.muscatineartcenter.org for more information about programs and events and to download a class brochure.

04 Feb 2015

CALL FOR ENTRIES Midwest Summer: Light and Warmth

By Jane Fraser

The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art announces a

CALL FOR ENTRIES

Midwest Summer: Light and Warmth

June 6 - September 13, 2015

In celebration of Iowa artists, the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art announces a call for entries of artworks that address the experience of summer in the Midwest. These artworks can focus on aspects of summer that appeals to the senses in any manner from representational to abstract. All media accepted. Applicants must reside in the state of Iowa. All work must be ready to hang and must have been created in the past three years. Deadline for receipt of up to three images, resume, and explanation of how selected artworks represent the theme is March 1, 2015.

Juror:  Kate Kunau, Associate Curator of Collections and Exhibitions, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

Kate Kunau is the new Associate Curator of Collections and Exhibitions at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Prior to joining the staff at CRMA, she was at the University of Iowa working on her Ph.D., and from 2011 to 2012, worked for the McNay Art Museum in San Antonio, Texas, as the Semmes Foundation Intern.

03 Feb 2015

Presentation Showcases National Parks Established by the Hoover Administration

By Adam Prato

WEST BRANCH, IOWA– On Wednesday, February 11 a park ranger discusses "Herbert Hoover's National Parks": special places like Arches, Isle Royale, George Washington Birthplace, Sunset Crater Volcano, and other national parks and monuments preserved by Herbert Hoover's administration. The presentation is free and begins at 7 p.m. in the visitor center.

Herbert Hoover National Historic Site and Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum are in West Branch, Iowa at exit 254 off I-80. Both are open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time. For more information go online at www.nps.gov/heho or call (319) 643-2541.

Herbert Hoover National Historic Site

110 Parkside Drive

PO Box 607

West Branch, Iowa 52358


319 643-2541 phone

319 643-7864 fax

www.nps.gov/heho


Twitter: @HooverNPS

Facebook: HerbertHooverNHS

30 Jan 2015

MUSCATINE ART CENTER Exhibit: Cylinder & Disc Music Boxes

By Lynn Bartenhagen

Exhibit: Cylinder & Disc Music Boxes

Exhibit dates:  January 22 through March 22, 2015

Program: Cylinder & Disc Music Boxes by Brian Walter on Thursday, February 12 at 5:15 p.m.

The Laura Musser Mansion Small Gallery now features the second in its series of music box exhibits from the private collection of Brian Walter and the Art Center's permanent collection. This second series highlights the history and chronology of "Cylinder" & "Disc" music boxes from the 1870-1900 era.

A "Cylinder & Disc Music Box" program will be presented by Brian Walter, at 5:15 on Thursday, February 12, 2015.

The period of 1870 to 1890 was the height of production for cylinder music boxes. The cylinder music box provided live music without performers and the sound it produced was very much like a group of harpists or a hand bell choir. Extensively inlaid cases and multiple cylinders (which included 'shifting' and 'removable' cylinders) mark this era as the most technically challenging period for cylinder type manufacturing.

The development of the first interchangeable disc music boxes in 1886, made it even easier and less expensive to add tunes. These "Symphonion" boxes were originally made in Leipzig, Germany and were destined to become some of the greatest music boxes ever known. Even this innovative design which accepted individual tune discs (allowing one music box to play multiple tunes), could not save the cylinder music box companies, as many were forced out of business due to increased sales and aggressive marketing of the new disc music boxes.

Other music box makers caught on to the new disc technology and began building their own masterpieces: most notably "Polyphon" in Germany and "Regina" in the United States. By 1900, the "Gramophone" (or record player) had replaced disc music boxes, due to lower price and greater variety of music available.

EVENT DETAILS:

What: "Cylinder & Disc Music Boxes" Program

Who: Brian Walter

When: Thursday, February 12, 2014

Time: 5:15 PM

Where: The Muscatine Art Center's Music Room

Admission to this program is FREE.

Please contact Melanie Alexander, Director, with any questions or concerns at 563-263-8282 or by email at malexander@muscatineiowa.gov.

The Muscatine Art Center is located at 1314 Mulberry Avenue in Muscatine, Iowa. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday evenings until 7:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated. Visit www.muscatineartcenter.org for more information about programs and events and to download a class brochure.

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