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Clearwater's Aging Well Center opened to the public on Tuesday, June 8. The new center has been built into Clearwater's Long Center at 1501 N. Belcher Rd. For more information, call (727) 724-3070 or visit a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., will offer Clearwater area older adults a full range of programs. For more info, call 724-3070 or visit www.myclearwater.com/agingwell.
Art Buzz, The 2011 Collection
Call To Visual Artists - Now Accepting Entries.
Art Buzz, The 2011 Collection, is now accepting entries for inclusion into the premier visual arts showcase, hardcover "coffee table" publication. The fine art search and juried competition is open to visual artists, worldwide, who work in any visual art media (must be 18 or older). Art Buzz, the book, is a full color, large format, hardcover fine art publication that is scheduled for release in late January 2011, with a vigorous distribution and marketing plan.The pages of Art Buzz, The 2011 Collection, are open to all high quality, emerging and mid-career visual artists including artists that have yet to venture out for public scrutiny. Art Buzz, founder, artist Tony Blue, knows how important EXPOSURE is and all serious visual artists are encouraged to enter the juried competition to be included in the volume, Art Buzz, The 2011 Collection. The Art Buzz selection process is fair, unbiased and based solely on each individual artist^s submitted work.
The deadline for entries is September 30, 2010 (early entries discounted). For more information regarding the competition, awards, fee and entry forms, log on to http://www.artbuzz.org/competition.html.
Clearwater Main Library
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33756
(727) 562.4970
Main Library Exhibitions
Coming Soon - PAVA
Clearwater Municipal Services Building
100 S. Myrtle Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33756
A display case has been placed in the MSB lobby that now houses a gift of samurai armor from the city of Nagano, Japan in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Sister Cities relationship between Nagano and Clearwater. The armor is a replica of that worn by Sanada Yukimura during the Warring States Era in the late 16th and early 17th century. Red suits of armor are known as “aka-zonae”, and wearing such a conspicuous color on the battlefield conveyed the soldier’s preparedness to fight with dignity and honor.
In giving the city of Clearwater this honored gift, Shoichi Washizawa, Mayor of Nagano stated “In presenting this suit of armor, it is my sincere hope that the people of Clearwater will develop a deeper affinity for the culture, art, and history of Japan, and that the friendship of our two cities will continue for eternity.”
For questions related to the armor or the Sister Cities program, please contact the Cultural Affairs Division at 562-4837.
Uli Kampelmann's Exhibit
Time: Weekdays 8 - 5, excluding holidays
Description: An exhibition of artwork by architectural glass artist and Clearwater resident Ulli Kampelmann is currently on display in the lobby of the Municipal Services Building, 110 S. Myrtle Ave., Clearwater. Ms. Kampelmann gained her fame in Germany by creating public artworks that are exhibited in Berlin, Esslingen, Karlsruhe and Stuttgart. The 12 pieces of stunning glass are on an extended generous loan by the artist. Contact Studio Kampelmann, 1150 Drew Street, Clearwater, FL 33755, Ph. (727) 504-9641 or ulli.kampelmann@yahoo.com.
Also visit:
Municipal Services Building
Corridor of Arts
Artwork from PAVA now being installed ---
Free and open to the public during regular business hours, Monday-Friday, excluding holidays.
Downtown Clearwater, Florida
400-600 Block Cleveland Street
Sculpture360 - Art in Cleveland Street District:
Season II
Date: August 2009 - August 2010
Location: 400 - 600 block of Cleveland Street
Time: ongoing
Contact: Chris Hubbard, (727) 562.4837
Decription: Sculpture360 is an exhibition of public art. Each year, three artists from around the United States are invited to exhibit their sculpture in the spirit of bringing vibrant and engaging artwork to the citizens of Clearwater. Contact: Christopher Hubbard at 727-562-4837.
4th Friday Party in the Cleveland Street District
Date: September 24
Location: 500 to 600 block of Cleveland Street
Time: 5:30 - 10:00 p.m.
Clearwater Jazz 'n Art Walk
Date: October 16-17
Information: The Clearwater Jazz 'n Art Walk is an art show that will take place on October 16 and 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the 500 and 600 blocks of Cleveland Street from Ft. Harrison to East Avenues. Fine art of different mediums will be on display and for sale to the general public. The organizers plan to make this year's Jazz 'n Art Walk even better and need your art! Cash prizes are awarded for the top three artists selected by a jury. For more information, e-mail Michelle@clearwaterjazz.com or call the Clearwater Jazz Holiday office (727) 461-5200.
Coachman Park
101 Drew Street
Clearwater, FL 33755
Clearwater Super Boat National
Championship and Festival
Date: Friday to Sunday, October 1 to 3
Admission: Free
Contact: 727-480-6704
www.clearwatersuperboat.com
Hispanic Heritage Festival
Date: Sunday, October 10
Admission: TBA
Contact: 727-562-4550
Clearwater Jazz Holiday
Date: Thursday to Sunday, October 14-17
Admission: Free
www.americansforthearts.org
Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2010, Americans for the Arts is the nation^s leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America. Americans for the Arts is dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts. From offices in Washington, DC, and New York City, it serves more than 150,000 organizational and individual members and stakeholders.
Our goals are achieved in partnership with local, state, and national arts organizations; government agencies; business leaders; individual philanthropists; educators; and funders throughout the country. Americans for the Arts provides extensive arts-industry research and professional development opportunities for community arts leaders via specialized programs and services, including a content-rich website and an annual national convention. Local arts agencies throughout the United States comprise Americans for the Arts’ core constituency. A variety of unique partner networks with particular interests such as public art, united arts fundraising, arts education, and emerging arts leaders are also supported.
Peace Memorial Presbyterian Church
110 S. Ft. Harrison
Clearwater, Florida 33556
Eckerd College Osher Life Long Learning Institute (OLLI)
September 16: Clint Eastwood "Go Ahead, Make My Day" - examines four decades of films Eastwood directed, receiving critical and popular acclaim.
September 23: Cy Coleman - Broadway's Jazz Master will take a look at the life of Coleman, who composed such hits as "The Best is Yet to Come," "Hey, Look Me Over," and "Witchcraft."
October 7: A New Year-New Decade-New Song - will look back at the melodies that began every new decade of the previous century. Joy Katzen-Guthrie will tell the story and perform at the grand piano.
October 21: Shakespeare's Comedy - will look at such comedies as "Midsummer Night's Dream" and "Much Ado about Nothing," explore what links Shakespeare's comedies into a unique pattern, and the idea that a better society will emerge from the ultimate triumph and marriage of the young lovers.
November 4: First First Ladies will explore the lives of Martha Washington, Abigal Adams and Dolly Madison.
November 18: Hitchcock and the Art of Illusion - Long before computer-generated effects, Alfred Hitchcock created effects that amazed his audiences. This lecture will examine how his genius is faster than the eye.
December 9: I Know That Face: The Great Character Actors - will review the careers of many of the men and women who never got the girl or the guy or the glory, but remained instantly recognizable on the silver screen.
For further information or to register, call (727) 864-7600, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entrance is the in the alley behind the church.
Ruth Eckerd Hall
Marcia P. Hoffman Performing Arts Institute
1111 McMullen Booth Road
Clearwater, FL 33759
rutheckerdhall.org
Now in its sixth year, Artists on the Road has even more to offer! Trained teaching artsists and performers come directly to you, bringing the arts in an up-close-and-personal manner.
Explore the arts by teaming with professional artists in your classroom, on the stage of your school or center, or in a professional development or community workshop.
Artists on the Road provides programs by outstanding artists in creative writing, dance, theater, music and visual arts.
Experience the joy the arts bring to the learning and community environments.
Discover the artistic process and how the arts help youth and adults make connections between the arts experience and their own lives, classroom subjects, and the world around them.
Contact (727) 712-2706
Eckerd "On the Road" at the 
Photo by Mitchell Davis
Upcoming shows at the historic Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St:
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- Sept. 28 - Nikki Yanofsky
- Oct. 1 - Sacred Chant Concert-Snatam Kaur & Guruganesha Singh
- Nov. 20 - Sutton Foster
- Nov. 26 - 4TROOPS
- Dec. 12 - Judy Collins
Call (727) 791-7400 or log onto www.rutheckerdhall.com for more information. The Ruth Eckerd Hall ticket office is open Monday through Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. and one hour prior to show time.
SPC Fine Arts
Crossland Gallery
Clearwater Campus
2464 Drew Street
Clearwater, FL.
Sculptors Bloom through St. Petersburg College Program
St. Petersburg College currently offers a two-year ceramics program headed by faculty artists Jonathan Barnes and Kim Kirchman. They foster a sense of community in the classroom that prompts many students to continue their studies in the studio well beyond the degree program. Synergy is also created from the mix of students ages 18 to 70 as they share fresh ideas and wisdom in the multi-generational environment.
The City of Clearwater Cultural Affairs division is pleased to showcase the works of faculty and student artists at the Clearwater Main Library this winter. Rotating exhibits of three-dimensional works created at the St. Pete College Clearwater Campus studios will be on display in the library's Osceola Gallery.
For further information, contact St. Petersburg College at 341-4772 or visit www.spcollege.edu.
SPC Clearwater Student Summer School Exhibition "Hot Summer - Cool Art"
Exhibit: September 7 - September 30
Reception: September 22, 6 to 8 p.m.
SPC Student Exhibition - Sculpture/3D
Exhibit: October 18 - October 28
Reception: October 27, 6 to 8 p.m.
SPC Student Exhibition - Printmaking, Ceramics and Photography
Exhibit: November 16 - December 9
Reception: December 1, 6 to 8 p.m. (includes studio art sale)
STUDIO 1212 ART GALLERY
1405 Cleveland Street
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 446-4566
www.studio1212.org
ARTIST'S FREE CRITIQUE: SEPTEMBER 21, 2010 at 10 a.m....
Studio 1212 offers a free critique the third Tuesday of every month. We invite all artists to bring in one or two unframed, unfinished paintings to be critiqued.
Studio 1212 was founded in October 1970 by former students of William Pachner and is the oldest artist cooperative in the Tampa Bay area of Florida.
The purpose of Studio 1212 is to provide the opportunity to associate with other artists on an informal basis; also, to promote group discussions, exhibit work as a group, support open workshops and information exchange regarding the arts. In addition, we endeavor to sponsor art education in our community.
STUDIO 1403 ART GALLERY
1403 Cleveland Street
Clearwater , FL 33755
727-641-7055
Other Upcoming Events
COMMUNITY Affair
life.art.culture
12984 Tamiami Trail S. #401
North Port, FL 34287
(508) 737.0998
www.communityaffair.com
Community Affair Fine Arts and Fine Crafts Shows. Juried shows bring talented artists and craftspeople from around the world to exhibit their original art or craft in affluent beach resorts and cultural communities along the Gulf Coast of Florida during the winter tourism months. Check out their website for further information.
Center Gallery at
Florida Holocaust Museum
Summer and Upcoming Exhibitions
On the Edge of the Abyss
Ella Liebermann-Shiber
Through Sun., Sept. 12, 2010
Ella Liebermann-Shiber was liberated from Nazi captivity in May 1945 near Hamburg, Germany. On the Edge of the Abyss features her ninety-three drawings, which she drew in reaction to the aftermath of trauma.
Perpetrators
Sid Chafetz
Through Thurs., Dec. 30, 2010
Sid Chafetz, an artist and master printmaker who has dedicated his professional career to creating works of profound social significance, presents a series of portraits of what might be called “ordinary people” who executed Hitler’s ghoulish plans.
UPCOMING EXHIBITION
Art & Autobiography: Paintings By Nava Mentkow
Wed. Aug. 25 - Sun. Oct. 21, 2010
As the granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, Nava Mentkow began a project interviewing and painting Holocaust survivors. The purpose of her project is to have a visual testimony of the lives of men and women. They are a true testament not only to history, but also to the power and strength of the human spirit. Not all survivors are comfortable retelling their stories. For these people in particular, this project is of the utmost importance. By painting these portraits, Mentkow^s hope is to capture the strength and history of the people she paints. For more information, please click here.
Presented in partnership with 
A Little Room for Art
111 8th Avenue
Pass-A-Grille FL
www.alittleroomforart.com
A Little Room For Art opened in Pass-A-Grille, the historic section of St. Pete Beach, Florida in 2000 with seven artists whose mission was to share in the privileges and responsibilities of presenting and selling their artwork; also to enable the community to purchase original works of art directly from the artist at moderate prices. That mission has not changed, but the membership has grown to over 35 artists.
September Event:
Who: Judy Vienneau, Wire and Mixed Media Sculptor
What: Art Exhibition entitled “Eclectic Creativity”
When: September 2 – 30, 2010
Where: A Little Room for Art, 111 8th Ave., Pass-A-Grille FL
Judy Vienneau, Wire and Mixed Media Artist, will exhibit unique works of art reflecting her sculptural style of “Eclectic Creativity” - mixed media using wire, metal, cast plaster, and more. The exhibit opens Thursday September 2nd and continues through Thursday September 30th at A Little Room for Art, 111 8th Ave., Pass-a-Grille, FL. Hours 10 am to 5 pm daily.
Biographical information:
Judy Vienneau has a BFA in Graphic Design from Massachusetts College of Art in Boston. Since working in commercial Graphic Design and Advertising, Judy has spent the last fifteen years studying traditional sculptural techniques, and producing wire and mixed media sculpture. She has exhibited in galleries and juried exhibitions throughout Florida and the Northeast.
Attachment: “Geometrics”, Mixed Media Sculpture
Contact:Judy Vienneau 727-738-8010
jvienneau@tampabay.rr.com
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Mary Grieco
A Little Room for Art
727 771-3768
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