Thursday, May 14, 2009

KCK Arts Network Website


The KCK Arts Network is getting a website! Eventually this site will include directories of KCK artists and art venues, events listings, artist opportunities, and more. For now, there is information about the big June 12th Street Fest which is FREE and open to the public and will include artist vendors, local food, street performers and live music plus more.

Visual artists, you have until tomorrow to sign-up to display at the street fest... participation is free of charge! Details can be found on the KCK Arts Network website.

Pilates and Book Club at the YWCA

Attention Ladies!

Wednesday, May 20th the YWCA is offering a FREE Pilates class from Noon to 1 p.m.


Every Wednesday, the YWCA Women's Health & Fitness Center holds Pilates for members only, but on May 20th, we are opening it up to non-members for a free trial. Our Pilates instructor, PJ, is ahead of the game and knows how to help you get in shape and stay looking sharp! The class is designed to accommodate every fitness level and you don't have to bring anything with you except a good attitude! Come in and check it out for yourself!

No RSVP required. For more information, please call Jennifer Gruber at 913-371-1105.


After the free Pilates class, feel free to drop into our very own Corner Coffee Cafe for a nutritious lunch. Soup, Salads and Sandwiches are always fresh. Menu changes daily, click here for today's menu! Service is always friendly and fast to accommodate your busy schedule.

Also going on at the YWCA on May 20th...

Common Grounds Book Discussion Group
Sponsored by Main Library @ YWCA Corner Coffee Cafe
1017 N. 6th Street,
Downtown KCK
May 20th at 1 p.m.

The Women Who Raised Me
A Memoir by Victoria Rowell


Accomplished film and television star Victoria Rowell salutes her female mentors in this award-winning memoir. Born as a ward of the state of Maine and raised in the foster care system, The Women Who Raised Me is Rowell's tribute to the series of women who motivated and inspired her. Rowell won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work: Debut Author for this New York Times Bestseller.

In partnership the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library and the YWCA offer Common Grounds, a book club that explores women's issues and topics pertaining to racial and social justice. Join us in the Corner Coffee Cafe for thoughtful discussion over lunch or strong coffee and sweet desserts.

Books are available at the KCK Main Public Library
625 Minnesota Avenue, KCK 913-551-3280

For more information about Common Grounds, contact:

Rita A. Miziorko 913-279-2067
Reader's Advisory Librarian
Kansas City, Kansas Public Library
625 Minnesota Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66101
rmiziorko@kckpl.lib.ks.us

Mailing Address:
YWCA of Greater Kansas City
1017 N. 6th St.
Kansas City, KS 66101
US

Contact Name: Jennifer Gruber
Telephone Number: 913-371-1105

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Call to Artists for Liberty Arts Festival Logo Design

The Liberty Arts Festival Committee (made up of the Liberty Arts Commission and Historic Downtown Liberty, Inc.) announces a call for logo design concepts for Liberty’s first arts festival with the theme of “Liberty Arts Squared.” Proposals are requested from graphic designers, artists and students for an appropriate logo to be used to promote the festival, which will become an annual event. This logo should be an appropriate trademark for this event.

A cash prize of $150.00 will be presented to the artist/ designer of the logo that is selected by an Arts Festival Committee appointed selection jury.

For a prospectus, rules of entry, entry form and waiver please contact Carol Kariotis whose contact information is below or Rich Groves at richgroves@historicdowntownliberty.org .

Carol V. Kariotis, Ph.D.
Executive Director
Kaw Valley Arts and Humanities, Inc.
PO Box
171072

Kansas City
, KS 66117

913.371.0024 (office/gallery)

913.371-0247 (fax)

kariotisc@kvarts.org

Thursday, May 7, 2009

Call for Artists: Downtown KCK Street Fest - Friday, June 12, 4 – 9 pm


The KCK Arts Network is sponsoring a free arts street festival. Two blocks of Minnesota Avenue (KCK’s main downtown street) will be blocked off for festival artists, vendors, music and activities. The event includes: gallery openings for 2nd Fridays exhibits, one city block of artist vendors (between 7th and 8th Streets), music, street performers, puppets, children’s art activities, a giant participative mural, food and drink vendors and downtown restaurant participation.

Space for artists is FREE . . . bring your own set-up for your art. Set-up must be completed before the 4:00 pm start. Tear down is at 9:00 pm. We have reserved a large rain location in case of inclement weather.

Send the following information to reserve a space to Carol Kariotis, kariotisc@kvarts.org :

Name: ______________________________Address: ___________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Email: __________________________________________ Telephone: _____________________________
Medium/What you will be selling: __________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Description/size of your set-up: ____________________________________________________________

You will be sent information about the location of your space, etc. No electrical outlets or are available. All set-up needs must be accommodated by the artists. Call or email Carol Kariotis, 913-371-0024, for additional information.

Photographs by Cathy Denning at KVA&H


Contact:

Carol V. Kariotis, Ph.D.

Executive Director

Kaw Valley Arts and Humanities, Inc.

PO Box 171072

Kansas City, KS 66117

913.371.0024 (office/gallery)

913.371-0247 (fax)

kariotisc@kvarts.org

Gallery location - 756 Armstrong, KCK 66101

Alcott Arts Center's Second Saturday/Open Jam KC

May 9th 6 to 10 pm

Musicians bring your instruments and come jam with the other fellow musicians.
A reception will be held at 6pm . Our featured Artist this month is Levi Jiron. Levi was born March of 1977 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is full-blooded (4/4) Isleta Pueblo Indian. He grew up on the Isleta Reservation, which is located just south of Albuquerque. He was raised on his grandparents farm and grew up helping his grandfather in the fields and tending to their animals.

Levi attended elementary school on the reservation but attended middle and high school in the neighboring community of Los Lunas, New Mexico. He graduated from High School in 1995 from Los Lunas High School.

In 1999 Levi, his wife, and son moved to Odessa, MO. When they moved to Missouri Levi and Lori both attended University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg. Levi graduated in 2003 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts with an emphasis in studio painting. Levi also found his love for creating sculptures during this time.

Levi has had artwork shown throughout, North Carolina, Missouri, and Kansas. Levi currently lives in Odessa with his wife and two sons, Ryder (11) and Cooper (1). He continues to create, show and sell artwork. You can learn more about Levi at levijiron.com. This is Levi's first time exhibiting at the Alcott or in Kansas City, Kansas. Come enjoy the blending of all elements to form these spectacular works of Art!

The Alcott is NOT ADA accessible.

Alcott Arts Center
180 S. 18th Street
Kansas City,KS 66102
913-233-2787
www.alcottartscenter.org

The Adventures of Steve Curtis

(Click on the image above for a larger version)

Come welcome Steve Curtis back home to KCK from his 3-week long trip to Wasilla, Alaska tomorrow morning at S2's weekly Friday Morning Coffee! Hope to see you there...

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Puss In Boots at the Alcott Arts Center Theater

180 S. 18th St.
I-35 to Roe (north) - Roe turns into 18th Street - cross the Kansas River & I-70 -
Or I-70 to the 18th Street North Exit

Located in the Old Alcott Elementary School on the left Across from Sun Fresh Market
Ticket prices $10 adults, $6 seniors and children under 12.

Friday
May 8th
7:00 pm

Saturday
May 9th
7:00 pm

Sunday
May 10th
2:00 pm

Friday
May 15th
7:00 pm

Saturday
May 16th
7:00 pm

Sunday
May 17th
2:00 pm

* Call 913-233-2787 * www.alcottartscenter.org. *

Art Marketing Workshop This Saturday!

Start-Up Basics for Artists:
An Introduction to Marketing, Networking, and Establishing Yourself
Lead by Lacey Lewis, Professional Artist

Saturday, May 9 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Kaw Valley Arts and Humanities, Inc.
756 Armstrong, KCK
Cost: $25

Workshop Topics Include:
  • Creating a 'brand' for your art and marketing materials
  • Artist statements, bios, resumes, and portfolios
  • Where to start with exhibitions: Alternative venues, juried shows, art fairs, etc.
  • Approaching commercial galleries: What to look for in a gallery, what galleries look for in an artist
  • Basic gallery etiquette
  • Contacting the press
  • Grants and fellowships
  • The importance of networking
For reservations or more information contact:
Carol Kariotis, KVAH Executive Director
Tel. - 913.371.0024

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

May Downtown KCK Second Friday Art Walk

Friday, May 8th, 5-8 pm

Kaw Valley Arts Gallery-756 Armstrong Ave.
Amorphus Durations
Photography by Cathy Deening
also "Cafe Americana"
Paintings by Jody Shannon


Pressroom Artists' Studios -
752 Armstrong Ave.
Studios open for public observation.
Artists: Darrell Trubey, George Morris, Virginia Moore, Michael Brantley, Ronald Smith, Jose Faus, Lacey Lewis, Kim Eichler-Messmer & Carol Kariotis


S2 Studios- 750 Armstrong Ave.
Photographs by Steve Larson and Steve Curtis
Guest Artist- Paintings by Ronald Smith
http://www.stevecurtiskc.com/

Imago Dei Arts Center - NEW LOCATION!!!
Granada Theatre - 10th & Minnesota Ave.
"Gospel Colors"
by Grace Cox-Johnson
http://www.imagodeiarts.org/

KCK Public Library - 625 Minnesota Ave.
"Observations on Life's pleasures and challenges"
Paintings by Marc Chamberlain
http://www.kckpl.lib.ks.us/FINEARTS/exhibits.htm

Town House Gallery - 1021 N. 7th St.
Exploring Possibilities Continued
Reception

YWCA 6th Street Gallery - 1017 N 6th St.
Flourish
Color Photography by Sylvia Rose Augustus and Marion Brickner
Plus Floral Arrangements for Mother's Day Sale
by local florists and YWCA girls

Tomasic & Rehorn - 419 N. 6th St.
Works by Kale Van Leeuwen
Wheat State Pizza - 612 N. 5th Street
New Art by Stanley Morgan, Jim Russell, Ranj Niere and Emil Mufich
Special discounts
strawberryhillpizza@yahoo.com

Songbird Cafe - 1315 Fairfax Trafficway Jay WaLe Bakery-Bistro - 503 N. 6th Street
Dinner and Dessert Specials
jwalebakery@gmail.com
913-220-2286

El Camino Real - 903 N. 7th Street
Authentic Mexican Cuisine
913-342-4333

Lucky's - 803 N. 7th Street
Inside the 7th Street Casino
913-371-3500 x 108

Fat Matt's Vortex - 411 N 6th Street
After Art Walk Party
913-219-4858