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MORE ARTS NEWS
The Arts Alliance also offers two additional online publications to help you keep in touch with the arts.
The Ethnic Calendar lists cultural events sponsored or performed by members of the many ethnic communities represented in Albuquerque. The calendar is updated every other week, and events are listed by the month in which they take place.
State of the Arts is a twice-monthly online publication that covers trends, people and news about what makes the arts and culture industry tick in the Albuquerque area and beyond.
You can read Something To Do, the Ethnic Calendar and State of the Arts on the Arts Alliance website and suscribe to any or all by clicking here.
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11th Annual Albuquerque Folk Festival
More Info and Ticket Locations: Call 294-6909 or go to www.abqfolkfest.org
Festival expands to two days of singing, dancing, learning and performances. Includes storytelling, jam sessions, workshops, folk arts and craft demos and evening dances. Ethnic performances feature Balkan, Scandinavian, Irish, Thai and Gypsy groups. Ethnic workshops and teaching sessions include Cajun fiddle and traditional dances: Hawaiian, Tahitian, Argentine tango, Yiddish, Irish, Scandinavian, English Country and African. Also activities for children, including a musical instrument "petting zoo," where kids can create music on more than 50 different folk instruments.
When: Friday, June 19 at 6pm and Saturday, June 20, 9:30-11pm
Tickets: Adults: Two-day pass in advance $15, $20 on Friday. Friday only $10, Saturday only $15. Youth ages 11-17 and seniors $5 per day. Under 11 free.
LAND/ART New MexicoIf you haven’t heard about this project yet, you will soon. Beginning this month and continuing through November, a group of New Mexico arts organizations are joining together to present LAND/ART, which explores relationships of land, art and community through exhibitions, site-specific art works, lectures, and a culminating book. Focusing on “environmental” or “land” art, the collaboration addresses our changing relationship to nature, and offers a new or previously unconsidered understanding of the place in which we live. For more, visit www.nmlandart.org. On the website you can download a guide to all scheduled projects and programming. Coming up, the LAND/ART Symposium Weekend is Saturday and Sunday, June 27 and June 28– see the website for details and sign-up information for Saturday’s all-day bus tour and Sunday’s artist talk and river excursion. Saturday, June 13, at 2pm, there is a lecture on the history of land art at the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History.As the project unfolds, you will find listings in this newsletter sponsored by the following participants and planners: 516 ARTS, the Albuquerque Museum, Contemporary Art Society, THE LAND/an art site and the University of New Mexico Art Museum. Others are [AC]2 Gallery, Academy for the Love of Learning, AIA Albuquerque, Bosque School, Center for Contemporary Arts, City of Albuquerque Open Space, City of Albuquerque Public Art Program, Guild Cinema, Harwood Art Center, IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Art, KiMo Theatre, Richard Levy Gallery, National Hispanic Cultural Center, New Mexico Wilderness Alliance, Santa Fe Art Institute, SCA Contemporary Art, SITE Santa Fe and South Broadway Cultural Center. We encourage you to visit the website and acquaint yourself with this multi-faceted project! New Mexico Art League – 3407 Juan Tabo NE (behind the library) More Info: Call 293-5034 or visit www.newmexicoartleague.org80th Anniversary Fine Art ShowThree weeks of events celebrate the founders of the Art League and the organization’s rededication to training art students. The League offers courses in fine arts to students of all ages and skill levels as well as hosting exhibitions, figure studios, lectures and special events that help sustain and enrich art in New Mexico. When: June 12-27 Opening Reception: Friday, June 12, 5-8pm. Includes announcement of winners. Additional Events: Friday, June 19, 6:30 9:00pm, "Portrait Face Off." Six noted New Mexico artists will paint from live models. Saturday, June 20, 12-4pm, Open House and Paint-In Friday, June 26, 6:30-9:00pm, Award Winners' Night. Winners in all categories invited to show and demonstrate their work. Meet the Winners! Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm. Watch artists working before or after visiting the exhibition.
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SUMMER FESTIVALS, MARKETS & TOURS
New Listing
Artisan’s Fair
Arts and crafts plus live music.
When: Saturday, June 13, 10am-3pm
Where: Albuquerque Center for Peace & Justice, 202 Harvard SE
More Info: Call 268-9557. If interested in providing music or being an exhibitor for future fairs, second Saturday of each month, call Steven Wanzell at 255-4296
New Listing
El Rancho de Las Golondrinas
This historic rancho (“Ranch of the Swallows”), now a living history museum, dates from the 1700s. It offers self-guided tours from June through September and special weekend events. The site is located 15 miles south of Santa Fe and 45 miles north of Albuquerque. Go to the website for specific directions.
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm
Special Weekend Events: June 27-28, Fur, Fangs and Feathers Animal Fair; July 18-19 Viva Mexico!; July 25-26, Herb & Lavender Fair. More dates to come.
More Info and Directions: Visit www.golondrinas.org
New Listing
The Silk Road
New Mexico Silk Painters Guild Studio Tour
When: Saturday, June 20, 10am-4pm
Where: Four open studios and 17 artists. Maps available at Yucca Gallery in Old Town and the Arts Alliance.
Studio A, 4724 Sandpoint Rd. NW
Studio B, 1609 Los Luceros Rd. NW
Studio C, 1517 Vassar Dr. NE
Studio D, 12620 Towner Av. NE
More Info: Call 505-242-5703 or visit www.nmartists.com or www.angelfiredesigns.com
New Listing
Spanish Market
Includes a variety of arts and crafts, guest artists from Los Ranchos de las Golondrinas and demonstrations in colcha weaving, straw applique and weaving and spinning by the Las Aranas Spinners & Weavers Guild.
When: Friday, June 12, artist reception 5-8pm. Saturday & Sunday, June 13-14, 10am-5pm
Where: Old Town Shoppes of Bernalillo, 733 S. Camino del Pueblo across from the Railrunner station.
More Info: Call Sara Chadwick at Gathering of Artists Gallery, 505-771-3567
New ListingSummerfest
Summer outdoor festival held during the months of June, July and August. In addition to music and dance entertainment, each event includes an arts and crafts fair and lots of children's activities. Food vendors provide plenty to eat.
When: Saturdays, 6-10:30pm
Where: Harry E. Kinney Civic Plaza
June 20 - Cajun/Zydeco Night
June 27 - Country Night
July 18 - Jazz Night
July 25 - Old Fashioned Rock 'n Roll Night
August 1 - Hispanic/Latin Night
More Info: Call 311 or visit www.cabq.gov/crs/sumemrfest04.html
33rd Annual Summer Music Festival
The New Mexico Jazz Workshop presents its 33rd Annual Summer Music Festival featuring Salsa Under the Stars, Jazz & Blues Under the Stars and the 2009 Women's Voices Festival.
When: Performances Friday and Saturday through August 28, 2009
Where: Albuquerque Museum Amphitheater in Old Town
More Info and Tickets: (505) 255-9798 or visit www.nmjazz.org
Old Town Summer Fun
Old Town sponsors regularly scheduled free entertainment throughout the summer.
More Info on Events Listed Below: Call 311 or visit www.cabq.gov/csd
Live Music
Performed by well-known local artists.
When: Wednesdays, June 17 & 24, 6-9pm
Cultural Sunsets
Live performances by well-known local artists from Albuquerque’s diverse multicultural communities.
When: Thursdays, June 11, 18 & 25, 6-7pm
Friday Night Patio/Block Parties
Scattered through summer and early fall, each features a new location and new theme.
When: Friday, June 19, 6-9pm
Theme: Western music, with The Porter Draw, Westwind Band and R.W. Hampton
Where: North Romero Street
Music, Poetry and More
Strolling musicians fill the streets and patios, poetry readings and storytelling, dancers and more.
When: Saturdays, June 13, 20 and 27, 10am-9pm
Shootouts and Tango Tempos
Look out for fun-toting, Old West cowboys (real guns, blank ammunition) in the afternoon and dramatic Tango dancers during the evening.
When: Sundays, Gunfights 1-3pm and Tango 7-9pm
Summer Nights Concert Series
Presented in a beautiful outdoor setting by the lagoon at the Botanic Garden.
When: Thursdays, June 11, 18 & 25, 7-9pm. Gates open at 6pm.
Where: Albuquerque Aquarium/Botanic Garden, 2601 Central NW
Tickets: $8 adults, $4 seniors, $2 ages 3-12, under 3 free. Biopark members half price. Tickets available online or at the site in advance or day of concert. No telephone orders.
Who:
June 11, Slaid Cleaves, country/rockabilly
June 18, Incendia, Latin guitar/world fusion
June 25, Wagogo, world music
Tijeras Open-Air Arts Market
Art, entertainment and espresso in a shady scenic setting seven miles east of Albuquerque in Tijeras. Come for the art and stay for the music!
When: Saturdays and Sundays through October 11, 10am-5pm
Where: 488 E Highway 66 (new Hwy 333) in Tijeras, next to Just Imagine Gallery and Coffeehouse
Admission: Free
More Info: Call 281-9611 or visit www.justimaginegallery.com
Zoo Music Summer Concert Series
Regional, national and international talent playing a variety of music under the stars.When: Fridays, June 12, 19 & 26, 7-9pm. Gates open at 6pm.
Where: Rio Grande Zoo, 903 10th St. SW
Tickets: $8 adults, $4 seniors, $2 ages 3-12, under 3 free. Biopark members half price. Tickets available online or at the site in advance or day of concert. No telephone orders.
Who:
June 12, Enter the Haggis, Celtic rockJune 19, Feufollet, Cajun musicJune 26, Stephen Kellogg & the Sixers, rock/countryZoukFest 2009
Irish traditional music weekend.When: Friday/Sunday, June 12-14
Where: University of New Mexico and Outpost Performance Space
Cost: $95 includes all classes and concerts. Tickets to individual classes and concerts also available. More Info and Registration: Visit www.zoukfest.com
Farmers' Markets
Visit New Mexico's Farmers' Markets, where you will find the freshest fruits and vegetables available anywhere.
Each of New Mexico's 50 growers' markets is unique, reflecting the particular character of local cultures, soils and climate. In addition to produce and baked goods, many have live music and arts and crafts.
Most of the markets are open seasonally, from early or late summer through late fall. Five markets-- Corrales, Los Ranchos, Santa Fe, Los Alamos and Las Cruces--are now open year-round.
More Info: Find out about your local market and sign up for a free newsletter at www.farmersmarketsnm.org
Sunday in Corrales
Growers Market on Corrales Road and "Art in the Park" at La Entrada Park. Find fresh produce, backed goods, plants and live music at the Growers’ Market (9am-1pm). Meet fine art painters, sculptors, potters, and jewelers at Art in the Park (10am-4pm) and bring the kids to the free Children’s Art Workshop.
When: Every 3rd Sunday through October 18
More Info: Call 505-898-7927, 505-350-3955 or info@corrales-mainstreet.org
JUST FOR KIDS & TEENS
Summer Camps,Classes and Activities
New Listing
Albuquerque Little Theatre – 224 San Pasquale SW
Summer Drama Camp
For ages 7-11. Create and perform an original play drama. Camp includes theatre games and activities, improvisation, movement and music, set design and building, puppets and masks.
When: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-noon, July 13-24
Instructors: Josh Bien, Laurel Butler and Brian Haney
Cost: $350/student. Discount for siblings. Includes free ticket to High School Musical 2!
More Info and to Register: ln person or call 242-4750
New Listing
Sol Acting Academy – 3212 Monte Vista Blvd. NE (at Healing Gate)
Offers a full slate of acting classes for all ages (3-6, 6-12, 12-18 and adult) plus private instruction.
More Info: Call 206-7707 or visit www.solacting.com. Next youth classes listed below.
Acting for Stage and Screen
For ages 12-18. Work on plays, commercials, movies, how to use props, cool stage combat moves. Watch yourself on camera and perform for family and friends on the last day.
When: Monday-Forday, June 15-19, 9am-4pm
Tuition: $250
Teen Acting Boot Camp
For ages 12-18. An outline of everything you need to know to break into acting.
When: Saturday and Sunday, June 20 & 21, 9am-4pm
Tuition: $145
Acting for the Stage
For ages 6-11. Use costumes, fun props, face painting, singing and dancing to create an awesome show ready for the Broadway stage! The last day will include a performance for friends and family!
When: Monday-Friday, June 29-July 3, 9am-4pm. Early drop off and late pick up available for $5/half hour
Tuition: $250
Albuquerque Museum of Art & History
Summer classes for children and adults including mixed media sculpture, puppet making, origami, printmaking, sewn pamphlets, Japanese stab binding and pop-ups.
When: Children’s classes, both weekly and Saturday sessions, ongoing through the summer. Six-session adult classes, Mondays beginning July 13.
Where: Albuquerque Museum of Art & History, 2000 Mountain Road NW
Cost: $24-$48/session, pre-registration required
More Info and Registration: Call Theresa 505-243-7255 or visit www.cabq.gov/museum
Anderson-Abruzzo International Balloon Museum - 9201 Balloon Museum Dr. NE
Stories in the Sky
Weekly storytime for toddlers/pre-schoolers and parents/caretakers. Activities include stories, music, crafts, puppets and more.
When: Wednesdays, 9:30-10:15am
Admission: $4/adults, $3/NM residents, $2/ages 65+, $1/ages 4-12, Free/3 and under
More Info: Call 505-768-6020 or visit www.cabq.org/balloon
Explora Children's Museum - 1701 Mountain Rd. NW
Sensational Seasonal Camps
64 week-long camps are offered as half-day programs, but registration can be for full days. Kids can become kitchen chemists, design tracing machines, discover the world of theater, experiment with mini-parachutes and more! Some camps offered in Spanish.
When: Through July 31. Half day (9am-noon or 1-4 pm) or full day.
More Info and Registration: Call 505-224-8341 or visit www.explora.us and click on Programs, then Seasonal Camps.
Harwood Art Center - 1114 7th St. NW
Art Camp 2009
A summer program. Children explore arts in a creative and supportive environment.
When: Two-week sessions beginning June 1
Cost: $395 for full day, $240 for half day
Scholarships: Available for residents of the Wells Park and Sawmill neighborhoods; financial assistance for others may be available.
More Info and to Register: Call 505-242-6367 or visit www.harwoodartcenter.org
The Box Performance Space - 1025 Lomas NW
Summer Camps
Enroll into Comedy Theatre, Junior Actor or Film Camp
When: Starting dates vary. All camps M-F, 9am-3pm with a performance on Friday.
Tuition: $180-$185
More Info and Registration: Call The Box 505-404-1578 or visit www.theboxabq.com
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For links to additional Albuquerque theatre groups visit www.motherroad.org and click on New Mexico Theatre Links.
New Listing
Adobe Theater – 9813 4th NW
More Info and Tickets: Call 898-9222 or visit www.adobetheater.com
Twelve Angry Men
Classic play by Sherman L. Sergel about the trial of a young man accused of stabbing his father.
When: Through June 28, Friday/Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2pm
Tickets: $14 general, $12 seniors and students
New Listing
The Box Performance Space – 1025 Lomas NW
More Info and Tickets: Call 404-1578 or visit www.theboxabq.com
A.C.R.O.N.Y.N.
Albuquerque’s newest improv duo, Ewen and Julia combine physical slapstick humor with colorful characters.
When: Friday, June 12, 9pm
Admission: $6
Burque High
It’s like going back to high school, but more entertaining. Delivered by some of Albuquerque’s finest young improvisers.
When: Saturday, June 13, 8pm
Admission: $6
Seussical, Jr.- Family Fun
Brought to you by Cardboard Playhouse Productions.
When: June 19-28, Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm and Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm.
Tickets: $10 general admission
More Info: On the website (www.theboxabq.com) you can link to lots of Seussical fun and even view the original 1942 Dr. Seuss cartoon, Horton Hatches the Egg.
New Listing
The Filling Station - 1024 4th St. SW
More Info: Visit www.playitbyearproductions.org
You Have Five Minutes…
A one-hour radio theatre program recorded live for future broadcast on KUNM’s Radio Theatre and CD & MP3 download release. The show will feature six world-premiere radio plays of five minutes or less. Join the LIVE studio audience and see the inner-workings of professional radio theatre. Produced by Play It By Ear Productions.
When: Saturday, June 20 at 2:30pm (No late admittance – we’ll be recording LIVE)
Tickets: $5
Reservations: Call 505-243-0596
New Listing
Fusion Theatre Company
More Info and Tickets: Call the box office at 766-9412 or go to www.fusionabq.org
The Seven: New Works Fest
New Mexico’s premiere new play festival.
When: June 18-21, Thursday-Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2 and 6pm
Where: The Cell Theatre, 700 1st St. NW
Tickets: $25 general, $20 seniors/students
New Listing
Wild Dancing West
More Info and Reservations: Call 344-4542 or visit www.vsartsnm.org
A Triple Bill Performance with Melissa Briggs (Santa Fe), Vladimir Conde Rech (Albuquerque) and PTERO Dance Theatre (Los Angeles)
When: Friday and Saturday, June 12 & 13 at 8pm
Baker & Tarpaga Dance Project
West African and contemporary dance merge to create physically powerful dance theatre.
When: Friday and Saturday, June 19 & 20, 8pm
Where: N4th Theater, 4904 4th NW
Tickets: $12/general, $8/seniors & students
New Listing
Yjastros: The American Flamenco Repertory Company
More Info and Tickets: Call NHCC at 724-4771 or visit www.nationalinstituteofflamenco.org
20th Season Celebration: Blanco, Rojo y Negro
Three different performances on three different nights.
When: Blanco, June 11 at 7 pm; Rojo, June 12 at 8 pm and Negro, June 13 at 8 pm
Where: National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th St. SW
Tickets: $20, $25, $30. Buy two nights, get the third night free. (Tickets must be purchased at NHCC box office for this offer).
Albuquerque Little Theatre – 224 San Pasquale NW
More Info and Tickets: Call 505-242-4750 or visit www.albuquerquelittletheatre.org
The Full Monty - Held Over!
When: Through June 20, Friday/Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 2pm and Thursday
Tickets: $22/general, $20/senior
Popejoy Presents!
More Info and Tickets: Visit www.popejoypresents.com
Cirque Le Masque
Heart-stopping excitement with beautiful costumes, grand aerials, haunting music and astounding creativity.
When: June 12-14, Friday & Saturday at 4 and 8pm and Sunday at 7:30pm
Tickets: $43, $32, $28/adults, $32, $21, $17/children
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AMP Concerts - New Listing
More Info and Tickets: Visit www.ampconcerts.org, Bookworks and Natural Sound.
Rahim AlHaj & Amjad Ali Khan
Two of the world's renowned masters of ancient stringed instruments, Rahim AlHaj and Amjad Ali Khan, will perform together accompanied by Middle Eastern and Indian percussion.
When: June 19 at 8pm
Where: Keller Hall, UNM Center for the Fine Arts
New ListingChamber Music Albuquerque
68th Annual June Music Festival
Featuring the Takacs String Quartet, Lark Chamber Artists and the Calder String Quartet.
When: June 12-21; Takacs, June 12 at 7:30pm and June 14 at 4pm; Lark Chamber Artists, June 18 at 7:30pm; Calder String Quartet, June 19 at 7:30pm and June 21 at 4pm
Where: Simms Center, Albuquerque Academy campus, 6400 Wyoming Blvd NE
Tickets: $26-44/advance, $28-46/door, students half price
More Info and Tickets: Call 505-268-1990 or visit www.cma-abq.org
New ListingCharles Pianos - 5000 Menaul NEStephanie Bettman, Singer/Songwriter
When: Saturday, June 13, 7:30pm
Tickets: $18
More Info & Tickets: Call 505-881-1650
Elias-Axel Pettersson, Pianist
When: Sunday, June 21 at 6pm
Tickets: $20/general, $15/students
More Info & Tickets: Call 505-899-8180
New ListingChatter!
Chatter musicians perform Vivaldi’s Summer, Barber’s Summer: Knoxville 1915 and Terry Riley’s In C. Jeff Potter will capture the mood and energy with an oil painting to be auctioned.
When: Sunday, June 21 at 7pm
Where: Open Space Visitor Center
Tickets: Free
More Info: Call 505-243-1859 or visit chatterchamber.org
New Listing
New Mexico Gay Men's Chorus
"As Gay As It Gets"
A variety of comical musical selections presented by the chorus and individual soloists.
When: Thursday, June 11 at 7:30pm and Sunday, June 14 at 3pm
Where: Keller Hall, Center for the Arts, UNM campus
Tickets: $12 general
More Info and Tickets: Call UNM ticketing at 505-925-5858, M-F 10am-4pm
DAT’s “Out to Lunch” Concert Series Downtown Action Team hosts this free summer music series.
When: Every 3rd Thursday throughout the summer, 12-1pm
Where: First Plaza Galeria, 2nd and Copper
More Info: Call 505-243-2230, Ext. 107
El Rey Theater - 620 Central SW - New Listings
More Info and Tickets: Call 505-242-2343. Tickets in advance at Bookworks, Encore Music, Birdland and www.gettix.net
Corey Smith and American Aquarium
When: Sunday, June 14 at 8pm, doors open at 7:30pm
Admission: $13/advance, $20/door
Gaelic Storm, High Desert Pipes & Drums and The Belissima Dancers
When: Thursday, June 18 at 8pm, door open at 7:30pm
Admission: $18/advance, $23/door, $15/ children 12 and under
Jerome Jim
Hear an eclectic program of classical, traditional, and jazz compositions from the flute repertoires. Assisted by Amy Greer.
When: Sunday, June 14 at 2pm
Where: St. John’s United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE
Admission: Donations accepted
More Info: Call 505-883-9717
Outpost Performance Space - 210 Yale SE - New ListingsMore Info and Tickets for All Events: Call 505-268-0044, at the door or visit www.outpostspace.org
Summer Thursday Jazz Nights
Tickets: $15 general, $10 members/students
Four Across and Grace Kelly
When: Thursday, June 18 at 7:30pm
Cal Haines Trio and John Prouix-Bobby Shew Quintet
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New Listing
Albuquerque Slam Poet Laureate Finals
After two bouts, ten remain standing. These spoken word artists will battle it out for a shot at a professionally recorded CD, a cash prize and the honor of being the world's only official Slam Poet Laureate appointed by the people.
When: Saturday, June 13, 7pm
Where: KiMo Theater, 423 Central NW
Tickets: $12
More Info and Tickets: Call the KiMo box office at 768-3544 or visit www.cabq.gov/kimo
New Listing
Civic Cinema
A free show! Watch classic films under the stars on a giant screen. Open captioned for the hearing impaired. Food vendors. Tables and chairs provided but you may bring your own picnic supplies, blankets etc. Pets on a leash OK.
When: Fridays at approximately 8:30pm, Harry E. Kinney Civic Plaza
Line-Up:
June 19 - War of the Worlds (1953)
June 28 - West Side Story (1961)
July 17 - The Outsiders (1983)
July 24 - E.T. (1982)
July 31 - Grease (1978)
More Info: Call 311 or visit www.cabq.gov/cultural-services/civic-cinema
Duenda Poetry Series
Hakim Bellamy, Maria Leyba, Luci Tapahonso
When: Sunday, June 14 at 3pm
Where: Anasazi Fields Winery of Placitas, NM
More Info: Visit www.anasazifieldswinery.com
Guild Theater - 3405 Central NE
For a complete schedule call 505-255-1848 or visit www.guildcinema.com
Pig Hunt
Les Claypool music scored this outrageous backwoods flick
When: June 12 & 13
Hunger
The 1981 IRA Hunger Strike led by Bobby Sands
When: June 12-18
Theater of War
Meryl Streep, Bertrol Brecht, Tony Kushner
When: June 19-22
Can't Stop the Serenity
A Benefit screening of SERENITY by the Albuquerque Browncoats
When: June 20
Examined Life
Cornel West, peter Singer, Avital Ronell, Slavoy Zizek & others
When: June 23-26
Libraries Summer Reading Program
Hot Summer days and cool books to read. What could be better? For kids and adults.
How it Works: Sign up and keep track of all the books you read. Bring your reading log to the library each week and receive a different prize! Different prizes for different age groups!
When: May 29-July 25
More Info: Call 311 or visit www.cabq.gov/libraryRamona King
Speaker/Storyteller performs at your local public library!
Ernie Pyle Library: Thursday, July 16 at 10:30am
Main Library: Tuesday, July 21 at 10:30am
Los Griegos Library: Friday, July 24 at 10:30am
Cherry Hills Library: Friday, July 24 at 3pm
More Info: Call 311 or these public libraries
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SPECIAL EVENTS & FUNDRAISERS
New Listing
American Association of Woodturners Exhibition
23rd Annual International Symposium
Art exhibits associated with the symposium are open to the public. Over 800 pieces of woodturning art will be on exhibit including pieces by members of the New Mexico Woodturners.
When: June 26-27, 9am-5pm; June 28, 9am-12pm
Where: New Mexico Convention Center, 3rd & Marquette, downtown
More Info: Call James Preston at 505-828-9647, visit www.woodturner.org or www.newmexicowoodturners.org
New Listing
The Box Performance Space – 1025 Lomas NW
2nd Annual “Think Inside the Box” Rummage Sale
Accepting Donations: Friday, June 12, 9am-3pm
Sale: Saturday, June 13, 8am-1pm
More Info: Call 404-1578
New Listing
First Annual Daily Painters America Salon Exhibition
Sponsored by Daily Painters of New Mexico
When: Saturday, June 13 10am-5pm and Sunday, June 14, 1-5pm
Where: SCA Contemporary Art, 524 Haines NW
More Info: Call 228-3749
Benefit Dance at Cleveland Roller Mill Museum Road Trip
Featuring country western dance band, The Rifters. Proceeds benefit the Mill.
When: All day Saturday, June 27. Potluck at 4:30pm, concert and dance at 7:30pm, followed by informal picking and singing under the stars. (Bring your lawn chairs.)
Where: Cleveland Roller Mill, Cleveland, NM. Camping available.
Tickets: $20
More Info & Directions: Call Dan 575-387-2645 or Linda 505-758-3533
Rio Grande Zoo
Father’s Day Fiesta
Exhibits by local businesses, prize giveaways and music by groups including La Identidad de Durango. Free with regular zoo admission.
When: Sunday, June 21, 1-5pm
New Listing
NMSO Names New Pops Conductor
Matt Catingub has been appointed the Principal Pops Conductor of the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra. In addition to conducting, Matt is a composer, arranger, singer, pianist, saxophonist and more! He begins his tenure in the 2010/2011 season but will join the NMSO for two programs next season, Very Merry Pops on December 12, 2009 and The Chairman of the Board on March 6, 2010.
Art/Work Studios for Rent
The Arts Alliance gets frequent calls from artists looking for studio space. Here are some suggestions:
Corrales: 800-square-foot solar adobe with one large main room and two smaller rooms and some outdoor space. $600/month includes utilities. Call Ron or Dana at 505-897-1098.
Downtown Albuquerque: Chroma Studios, 600 1st St. NW. Call Paula Manning-Lewis at 505-554-3805 to visit www.chromastudios.wordpress.com
Downtown Albuquerque: Harwood Art Center, 1114 7th NW. Call 505-242-6367 or visit www.harwoodartcenter.orgDowntown Albuquerque: Factory on 5th, 1715 5th St. NW. Call Jerry Miller at 505-463-5824 or visit www.factoryon5.com
Nob Hill: Nob Hill Art Complex, 3812 Central SE. Call Regina Held at 505-268-8952.
NM Based Syndicated Program on 200 Public Radio Stations Nationwide
Art of the Song Creativity Radio
Albuquerque-based syndicated program heard nationwide on public radio, features national and New Mexico based songwriters and artists.
Listen Online: Visit at www.artofthesong.org
Get Tickets for ¡Globalquerque!
New Mexico's 5th Annual Celebration Of World Music & Culture.
Buy now through June 27 and SAVE!
Festival Dates: September 25 & 26, 2009
Location: National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW
More Info and Tickets: Visit www.Globalquerque.com
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New Listing
Mountainair Sunflower Festival
Call for Artists
Artists and craftspeople must submit three to six visuals of their work with application. Work will be screened for acceptance.
When: Festival is Saturday, August 22
Booth Fees: $25 indoor (limited space) or $10 outdoor
Prizes: Cash prized for Best in Show and two Awards of Merit
More Info and Application Form: Visit www.MountainaireArts.org
Christmas In July Show
Sponsored by Zia Arts & Crafts
When: Saturday/Sunday July 25-26
Where: EXPO New Mexico: Creative Arts Building
Registration Deadline: June 1
More Info: Visit www.ZiaArtsAndCrafts.com
Chroma Studios (Chroma on Roma) - 600 1st St. NW
Call for Artists and Crafters
Chroma Studios Gallery is inviting artists into the gallery to set up their wares and sell directly to the public.
When: Saturdays beginning June 6 through October, 11am-5pm
More Info: Contact Paula Manning Lewis at 554-3805
Go! Downtown Arts Festival 2009
Call for Entries
Early reservations receive best booth placement. Festival Dates: September 25-27
Deadline: July 1; $55/jury fee
More Info: Visit www.zapplication.org or www.downtownABQ.com/go
Grant County Art Guild
Calling artists for the 24th Purchase Prize Award Show, "Southwestern Realism in Art." New Mexico residents are eligible. Prizes totaling $2400.
Deadline: August 3
For Prospectus: Write to Grant County Art Guild, P.O. Box 456, Silver City, NM 88062 or email grantcountyartguild@yahoo.com
More Info: Call Barbara Kejr 575-538-8216
Harwood Art Center - 1114 7th St. NW
Call for Gallery Submissions
Proposals accepted for all four galleries.
Deadline: July 1 for the juried Front and Main Galleries. Applications accepted any time for the Youth and Emerging Artist Galleries.
More Info and Application: Call 242-6367 or visit www.harwoodartcenter.org/ss/galleries
Matrix Fine Art Gallery
Call for Gallery Submissions
Matrix Fine Art Gallery is currently accepting submissions – particularly for glass, sculpture and abstract painting. Artists should send 10-12 labeled slides or a CD with high-resolution images accompanied by a caption sheet. Work must be less than two years old.
Mail to: Matrix Fine Art, 3812 Central Ave SE, 100 A, Albuquerque, NM 87108
More Info: Call Regina Held at 505-268-8952
NEA Grants for Arts Projects
Call for Applicants
Organizations may apply under one of three categories. You must complete a registration process before you can apply. Applicants are encouraged to submit no later than 10 days prior to the deadline to leave time to resolve any problems that may arise.
Access to Artistic Excellence: $5,000-$150,000; Deadline August 13
More Info: Call help desk at 1-800-518-4726 or visit www.arts.gov/grants/apply
Rio Grande Art Association
Call for Artists
ENCANTADA! 2009 is open to all artists over the age of 18 submitting entries according to the requirements in the prospectus (see website). All genres of painting welcome. Awards total $3500 in cash and merchandise, including $750 for Best of Show.
Deadline: Wednesday, July 1Show Dates and Location: Arts Alliance Gallery, September 4-28, 2009 More Info: Visit www.rgaanm.org and click on Exhibitions or contact Jeff Potter at 505-897-8621 or jpotter@unm.edu.
Route 66 Co-Op
Edgewood gallery needs artwork and hand made gifts. Artists must pay $35/month, be able to work one day a month and accept a 30% commission.
To Apply: Call 505-281-4125 or email nmreitz@aol.com
Tijeras Open-Air Arts Market
Call for Artists
Juried arts and crafts fair each weekend through October. Booth format; display one day, one weekend or all summer. Reasonable space fee.
When: Saturdays and Sundays through October 11, 10am-5pm
Where: 488 E Highway 66 (new Hwy 333) in Tijeras
More Info: Call Anna King at 281-9611 or visit www.justimaginegallery.com
Virginia Center for Creative Arts
Call for Writers, Visual Artists and Composers
Residential fellowships are available at this international working retreat in Amherst, Virginia. Participating artists are provided with a private room, studio and all meals.
When: Fellowships are for a two-week to two-month period.
Applications: Based on quality of work, not ability to contribute financially. Submission includes a standard application, curriculum vitae and samples of work.
Next Deadline: September 15
More Info: Go to www.vcca.com, call 434-946-7236 or email vcca@vcca.com
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CALLS FOR PERFORMING ARTS
New Listing
Explora Theater – 1701 Mountain Rd. NW
Auditions for David Mamet’s The Water Engine
Who: Five men and two women
When: Call by June 19 to schedule an appointment for a cold reading
Performances: Late August 2009
More Info and to Schedule: Call Patricia Decker at 505-224-8384
New Listing
Keshet Dance Company
Auditions for Pre-Professional Program (KP3)
The KP3 Program is an intensive dance training curriculum for boys and girls ages 8-18 who are interested in pursuing a career in dance and/or in enriching their lives with outstanding dance training.
When: Saturday, June 27, 12:30-2:30pm
Overview Meeting: Saturday, June 13 at 12:30pm or Wednesday, June 17 at 6pm
Where: Keshet Dance Company, 214 Coal Avenue SW
More Info: In person or call 505-224-9808 for appointment
Bring A Friend Week
Your friend will get their first class for free and you both will get prizes. Individual who brings the most friends will a grand prize! Students under 18 must have guardian signature.
When: June 15-20
Registration Forms: Visit www.keshetdance.org
The Filling Station - 1024 4th St. SW
Call for Proposals for Summer Sol: Solo Show Fest
Looking for original solo pieces ready for production. Stipend for artists to be determined.
Requirements: Submissions can be any length, subject or genre. Include cover letter with artist statement, summary of your show and technical needs. Can also include a script, production history and other support materials.
How to Submit: Email to fillingstationabq@gmail.com or mail to The Filling Station, 1024 4th St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
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New Listing
Albuquerque Museum Sculpture Garden
Call for New Docents
Docents offer tours of the museum's indoor and outdoor sculptures Tuesday-Saturday at 10am and special group tours from April to Thanksgiving.
Training: Completion of a six-week training session is required.
Next Training: Mondays from 1-3:30pm from July 13-August17.
More Info and to Sign Up: Call 505-243-7255 or visit www.cabq.gov/museum/sculpturegardentour.html
New Listing
Asian American Association of New Mexico
Call for Sponsors
The AAANM is looking for sponsors for its first major fundraisng event for the planned Asian American Cultural Center.
How Much: Sponsorships range from $75-$500 with benefits associated with each level.
Event: July 18,6-8pm, Keller Hall, Center for the Arts, UNM campus. "Kaladarpanan: An Offering of Art" is a presentation of "Bharatanatyam," one of the most celebrated dance forms from India.
More Info: Call Sue Thorson at 505-332-9249 or Bobbie Nobles at 505-934-4772.
New Listing
International Student Exchange
Looking for Host Families
This opportunity was brought to our attention by one of our Heritage Council members. The ISE is a non-profit organization that matches foreign students coming to the US to study with host families.
Who: Students ages 15-18 will be arriving in August for 5 or 10 months (one or two semesters).
Needed: Host families that can provide a bed and meals in the home. Students are responsible for all other expenses.
Requirements: All considered including singles, couples with no children, retirees and empty nesters as well as families with children still living at home.
More Info: contact Fritzie Laygan at 1-866-613-9232
New Listing
MOVE UP Awards
Call for Nominees
Each quarter the city of Albuquerque honors outstanding volunteers who have made a difference in the community. Nominations for the current award cycle are now being accepted.
Deadline: Tuesday, June 30, 5pm. Only the first 50 nominations will be accepted for consideration.
Award Ceremony: Wednesday, July 22, 1:30-3pm at the Albuquerque Museum
More Info and to Nominate: Call Debra Saine, with the Mayor’s Office of Volunteerism and Engagement, 767-5815.
The First Peoples Fund
This national nonprofit organization is accepting nominations for the Community Spirit Award. The award recognizes American Indian artists who have made substantial contributions to their communities.
More Info: Call Miranne Walker 605-348-0324
Globalquerque
Accepting applications for Global Village of Craft, Culture & Cuisine. Space is limited!
When: September 25 & 26
More Info: Call 505-771-3166 or visit www.globalquerque.com
New Mexico Book Awards
Call for Entries
3rd Annual New Mexico Book Awards will be presented in November to authors/books in over 35 categories. Criteria include a direct connection to New Mexico by subject, author or publisher and a publication or copyright date of 2008 or 2009.
Entry Fees and Deadlines: $40/book/category Deadline: July 1
More Info & Application Form: Call Paul Rhetts at 505-344-9382 or visit www.nmbookcoop.com
New Mexico Book Co-op
Call for Authors
The New Mexico Book Co-op is offering booth space at the Lavender in the Village celebration in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque.
Event Dates: July 10-12.
Entry Fees and Deadlines: Early fee of $10 first title/$5 additonal titles by April 15; $20 first title/$10 additonal titles April 16-July 1; $25 all titles after July 1.
More Info & Application Form: Call Paul Rhetts at 505-344-9382 or visit www.nmbookcoop.com
New Mexico Poetry Review
A new semiannual magazine is seeking submissions of poetry for October 2009 issue. Send up to five of your best to: nmpr@live.com.
More Info: Visit www.newmexicopoetryreview.com
Rachel Allen Printmaking Scholarship
Call for Applicants
Scholarship is awarded to one person every year, consists of one printmaking class and three consecutive months of membership at New Grounds. Open to all women living in the Albuquerque and Santa Fe areas who can demonstrate participation in the art community.
How to Apply: Do not call. For complete guidelines send a SASE to New Grounds Print Workshop, 3812 Central Ave. SE, Suite 100B, Albuquerque, NM 87108, email director@newgrounsprintshop.com or visit www.newgroundsprintshop.com
SWW Quarterly Writing Competition
Call for Submissions - The Best Hook
First paragraphs use a “hook” to draw in the reader. Write the opening page of an article of book, using your best hook. Double-spaced, one-page maximum.
Deadline: Postmarked Tuesday, June 30
Cost: $10 entry fee
Awards: $150/1st, $50/2nd, $25/3rd
Submission: Mail entries to: SWW Quarterly Contest, 3721 Morrix NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
2009 Southwest Gay and Lesbian Film FestivalCall for EntriesNow accepting submissions for the film festival held from October 9-15.
Deadline: Friday, July 24
More Info & Entry Form: Call 505-243-1870 or visit www.closetcinema.org
Volunteers Needed!
Give back to your community by volunteering for SWGLFF. Internships for college credit are available.
More Info: Email volunteer@closetcinema.org
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New Listing
Center for Nonprofit Excellence – 2340 Alamos SE, 2nd Floor
Upcoming Trainings
Below is a sampling of summer training sessions in Albuquerque. More can be found at www.centerfornonprofitexcellence.org. Go to the Calendar page and search by date. Sign up online or call 247-3671. The website provides a wealth of information about the nonprofit sector, including job openings and the New Mexico Grantmakers Directory.
Cash Management
When: Thursday, June 18, 11:30am-1pm
Cost: $15
Effectively Managing Investments for Nonprofits
When: Tuesday, June 23, 9am-4pm
Cost: $50 includes lunch
Developing a Fundraising Board
When: Thursday, June 25, 11:30am-1pm
Cost: $15
New Listing
Dance Classes
More Info and to Register for Classes Below: Call Sarita at 288-8713.
Salsa
Instructors: Sarita Streng and Shawn Claude Muller
Beginning: For those with no previous dance experience.
When: Saturdays at 10am, June 20-July 25 (no class July 4)
Advanced Beginning: For students comfortable with salsa basics.
When: Saturdays at 11am, June 20-July 25 (no class July 4)
Where: Harwood Art Center Basement Studio, 7th & Mountain, enter north side of building
Cost: $10 for one class or $15 for two classes/same day
Casino and Rueda de Casino
Casino is the popular way to dance to salsa music in Cuba. Rueda de Casino is a dance based on multiple partner dancing.
Instructor: Sarita Streng, with assistance from other instructors
When: Seven Monday evenings, June 15-July 27, beginning class at 7pm and intermediate class at 8pm
Where: Art Studio of the Harwood Art Center, 1029 6th NW at the corner of Mountain, not in the main building
Cost: $70 for the seven-week course either beginning or intermediate, or $105 for both.
New Listing
HELP-NM, Inc. Workshops – 5101 Copper NE (west of San Mateo)
Agency offers free workshops to all nonprofit staff, Board members and volunteers.
More Info and to Register for Workshops Below: Call Martha Aragon at 766-4907 or email Martha@helpnm.com. For more about this statewide agency, visit www.helpnm.com
The HR Side of Business
Covers personnel records, policies and procedures, disciplinary procedure, benefit, resumes, Dos and Don’ts of interviewing and more.
When: Wednesday, June 17, 9am-noon
Presenter: Miriam Brettner
Intro to Grant Writing
Focuses on the CCP RFP and filling out federal forms and addresses the dos and don’ts of grant writing.
When: Wednesday, July 8, 8:30am-noon
Presenter: Gracie Gonzalez
New Listing
OFFCenter Community Arts Project - 808 Park Ave SW
Felting Art – From the Start
Immerse yourself in the natural magical technique of making felt – nothing like the acrylic squares found in craft stores! Students will make an individual finished product, like a felt rope bracelet, bookmark, coaster or penny pouch. Class limited in size so sign up early.
Instructor: Jane Heider
When: Saturday, June 27, 10am-noon
Cost: $15, all materials provided
More Info and to Register: Call 505-247-1172 or visit www.offcenterarts.org
New ListingSol Acting Academy - 3212 Monte Vista NE (at Healing Gate)
Audition Weekend Bootcamp
For ages 18 and up.This weekend intensive will provide students with an outline of everything they need to know to break into acting. The course will include audition technique, monologue preparation, cold reading, scene work, and what to expect when you get the part and arrive on set! We will also discuss: agents, headshots, actor specific resumes, and networking.
When: Saturday & Sunday, June 27-28, 9am-4pm
Cost: $150
More Info and to Register: Call 505-206-7707 or visit www.solacting.com
New ListingSouthWest Writers
More Info and Workshops: Call 505-265-9485 or visit www.southwestwriters.org
Location for All Listings Below: New Life Presbyterian Church, 5540 Eubank NE
Traveling the Highways and Byways of Poetry
An all-day poetry workshop for those who want to read poetry with more appreciation as wwll as those who want to write poetry.
When: Saturday, June 20, 9am-5pm
Instructors: Jeanne Shannon and Constance Hester
Cost: SWW members $69, non-members $79, includes lunch. Registration also at the door.
Albuquerque Museum of Art & History
Summer classes for children and adults including mixed media sculpture, puppet making, origami, printmaking, sewn pamphlets, Japanese stab binding and pop-ups.
When: Children’s classes, both weekly and Saturday sessions, begin June 2. Six-session adult classes, held on Mondays, begin July 13.
Where: Albuquerque Museum of Art & History, 2000 Mountain Road NW
Cost: $24-$48/session, pre-registration required
More Info and Registration: Call Theresa 505-243-7255 or visit www.cabq.gov/museum
Dance Lessons & Social Dance
Where: Central Cabana, 7915 Central NE (east of Pennsylvania)
When: Wednesdays
6:30pm Ongoing West Coast Swing
7:30pm Dance changes each month (April is Night Club 2-Step)
8:00-10pm Variety Dance, $2 cover
10pm Salsa, $5 cover
Cost: 1st class $5; 2nd Class $4, or $8 for both.
Instructors: Mike Haley and Susan Kellogg
Info: Call Susan at 505-299-3737 or email glkello@nmia.com
Keshet Dance Company Summer Session
Includes ballet, modern, stretch & strength, hip hop, creative movement and physically integrated. All ages and levels welcome.
When: Through August 8
Tuition: $400/summer session, $25/day for drop-in classes
More Info and Registration: Call 505-224-9808 or visit www.keshetdance.org
KNME Ready To LearnThe following workshops are free and open to the public. All workshops are considered adult-trainings (no children). Bring your own food and drink. More Info and to Register for Workshops Below: Call 505-277-4087 ahead to register as space is limited.
The Electric Company - Sparking Literary Learning
Learn how to teach kids ages 6-9 about the power of reading.
When: Satuday, June 13, 10am-noon
Where: Presbyterian Hospital, 1001 Central Ave. SE
Colors, Numbers, Shapes and Letters
Learn techniques that will encourage children's cognitive brain developments. The PBS series Sesame Street, brain development and curriculum implementation will be the focus.
When: Satuday, June 27, 10am-noon
Where: Lovelace Westside Hospital, 10501 Golf Course Rd. NW
Rio Grande WorkshopsThe Outdoor Model: Location WorkshopWorking with a model in an outdoor setting When: June 27, 2-9pm Cost: $100/person each session More Info: Visit www.riograndeworkshops.com
Shakespeare Master WorkshopProvides a weekend Master Class for actors, teachers and readers of Shakespeare’s sonnets. Tuition: $350, 15% discount for members of Actors’ Equity, SAG, AFTRA and actors associate with Shakespeare Theatre Association of America member companies. More Info: Contact Robin at robin@TheShakespearePapers.com
Starlight Guest Ranch - 680 State Road 344 (Edgewood)
Watercolors
When: Saturday-Monday, June 19-21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Accommodations available.
Instructor: Bud Edmondson
Cost: $320, includes tax
More Info and to Register: Call Deb at 505-281-6839 or visit www.starlightranchnm.com
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GALLERIES - DOWNTOWN/NORTH VALLEY
Exhibit venues listed below are located in the Downtown Arts District and the area north of downtown.
Friday, June 19, is ARTScrawl. For more information, including a map with participating galleries, visit www.artscrawlabq.org
ARTScrawl
516 ARTS - 516 Central SW
Here & There: Seeing New Ground
This is 516's first exhibition for Land/ART, a large scale collaboration exploring land-based and environmental art. This exhibit features contemporary artists examining the landscape from perspectives that are both visual and cultural.
When: Through June
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 12-5pm, First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8pmMore Info: Call 505-242-1445 or visit www.516arts.org
Acequia Booksellers - 4019 4th. NW
Literary Pillows & New Assemblages
Helen MacLeod and Marilyn Stablein combine to create an exhibit of needlepoint and new assemblages. MacLeod’s pillows feature portraits of famous literary figures including Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, William Burroughs, and many more! Stablein’s new assemblages are inspired by Duchamp Barthes and Joseph Cornell.
When: Through July
More Info: Call 505-890-5365AIA Gallery - 202 Central SE, Suite 103
Gone: Photographs by Nell Dickerson
A series of photographs exploring the relationship of cultural preservation to architecture, land and history which survived the American Civil War.
When: Through August 5
Hours: Monday-Thursday 12-5pm; First Friday until 7:30pmMore Info: Call 505-242-9800 or visit www.aiaabq.org
Albuquerque Main Library - 501 Copper Ave NW
Macrame (Re)discovery
Jewelry Exhibit by Poeticera
When: Through June 27
More Info: Call 505-768-5141 or visit www.cabq.gov/library
ARTScrawl
Concetta D Gallery - 20 First Plaza NW, #29 (Galeria - Lower Level)New Work by Gallery Artists
Marilyn Yanke, Dan Beck, Oleg Stavrowsky, Jeff Otis, Piao Xue Cheng, Richard Fennell, Marily Yates, Ovanes Berberian, Mauricio Fernandez and others.
When: Ongoing
Hours: Monday-Friday, 11am-4pm; ARTScrawl until 8pm
More Info: Call 243-5066
ARTScrawlChroma Studios - 1606 Central SE, Suites 102 and 201
Organic Visions
Works by Karl Eschenbach and Chris Baca.
When: Through June 27
Hours: Thursday-Saturday, 12-6 pm; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 10pmSpecial Event: "Tweetup" fundraiser for Best Buddies of New Mexico, Thursday, June 11, 6-9pm. Has something to do with Twitter, but includes a silent auction, music and refreshments.
More Info: Call 505-259-6320or visit chromastudios.wordpress.com
ARTScrawlDreamscapes Gallery on 5th - 1523 5th St. NW
Wing'd Purposes
Featuring Susan Brown, Jan Jackson and Karla Leaphart.
When: Through June 27
Reception: Friday, June 5, 5:30-8:30pm
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Saturday 12-6pm and by appointment; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8:30pmMore Info: Call 505-688-3190 or go to www.dreamscapeson5th.com
ARTScrawlHarwood Art Center - 1114 7th St. NW
2nd Annual Crossing Exhibition: Look Both Ways
Bringing 19 graduate art students together to show their work. Event provides networking opportunities to young artists.
When: Through July 30
Reception: Friday, June 5, 6-8pm
Hours: Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm; Sunday, 12-6pm; First Friday and ARTScrawl 6-8pmMore Info: Call 505-242-6367 of visit www.harwoodartcenter.org
KiMo Gallery - 417 Central
Natural Transformations
From the microcosmic universe in desert plants to the altitudes of the continental divide, the artists explore the grandeur of the natural world of our interrelationship with it.
When: Through June 21Hours: Tuesday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm; Saturday 11am-5pmMore Info: Call Augustine Romero at 505-848-1320THE LAND/gallery - 419 Granite NWAzimuth: Writing on Walls
Mariam Sagan, the author of more than 20 books, has created a gallery-sized poem with 14 other artists.
When: Through July 17
Opening Reception: Saturday, June 6, 6-9pm
More Info: Visit www.landartsite.orgRichard Levy Gallery - 514 Central SW New Exhibit
Air Cube + a global perspective
Exhibition showcases the art of six contemporary environmental artists selected from hundreds of proposals from around the world. Exhibit is part of the ongoing LAND/art series.
Project Room: Solo exhibition of landscapes by Matthew McConville
When: June 19-August 28
Reception: Saturday, August 1, 6-8pm
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11am-4pm, Monday by appointment
More Info: Call 505-766-9888 or visit www.levygallery.com
ARTScrawlN4th Gallery - 4904 4th St. NW
Moving in from the Margins
Works by VSA Exploratory Arts Program
When: Through June
Hours: Saturday 12-4pm, before performances and by appointment; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 5-7pmMore Info: Call 505-344-4542 or visit www.vsartsnm.org
ARTScrawlOFFCenter Community Arts Project - 808 Park Ave SW
Shelter: Space, Place & Belonging
An inquiry about where we live, how it defines us and our relationships with each other. When: Through June 18
Fiber Fanfare
From flags to felt and fleece to frills, exploring the many ways artists express themselves through fiber.
When: June 19 through July 28
Opening Reception: Friday, June 19, 5-8pm, includes performances by multi-media artist and storyteller Brenda H. Marley and educator and storyteller July Rose. Then watch the runway come alive with a fashion showcase that “skirts” the edge where fashion and art meet!
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 12-8pm and Friday 1-5pm; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8pmMore Info: Call 505-247-1172 or visit www.offcenterarts.org
Park Fine Art - 20 First Plaza NW, #27
Featuring Kenneth Killebrew, Soo Young Hong and Young Sook ParkWhen: OngoingHours: Monday-Friday 11am-4pm
More Info: Call 505-764-1900 or visit www.parkfineart.com
Sky Dog – The Art Space – 7103 4th St., Building M, Los Ranchos
The Photographers Gallery announces a new exhibit of fine art photography that depicts door, windows and ladders of the American Southwest. The artwork of ten local, award-winning photographers are featured including Kim Ashley, Tomas Spross, Patrick O'Brien, Urey Lemen, Linda Laitner, Valerie Isenhower, Marilyn Hunter, Regeccda Golding, Charlotte Gardner and Robert Medina Cook.
More Info: Call 505-307-1808 or visit www.clickphotogallery.com
ARTScrawl
Special Collections Library - 423 Central NE
Books Arts by Julie Gray
When: Through June
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-6pm; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 6pm
More Info: Call 848-1377 or visit www.cabq.gov/library
ARTScrawlSumner & Dene - 517 Central NW
Photographer Woody Galloway Captures New Mexico
Galloway's photographs embrace the landscape and magic of the land of enchantment throughout New Mexico.When: June 1-27
Hours: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 9pm
More Info: Call 505-842-1400 or visit www.sumnerdene.com
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GALLERIES - NOB HILL/UNM
Exhibit venues listed below are located in Nob Hill and the Monte Vista Arts District. The area surrounds the University of New Mexico and continues east to Highland.
Friday, June 19, is ARTScrawl at downtown galleries. For more information, including a map with participating galleries, visit www.artscrawlabq.org
Fisher Gallery - 1620 Central SE
Greater Albuquerque Roller and Print Society
When: Through July 25
Hours: Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm, Friday 10am-12pm, Saturday 12-3pm; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8:30pm
More Info: Call 505-247-1529
Inpost Artspace at The Outpost - 210 Yale SE
Natural World: New Works
Featuring Joshua Willis and his mixed media art
When:Through July 31Hours: Monday-Friday 2-5:30pm and by appointment; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8pmMore Info: Call 505-268-0044 or visit www.outpostspace.org
J.Wayne Art Gallery - 621 Amherst NE
Water is Life
Featuring J. Wayne Lewis; the show opens with refreshments and a demonstration video.
When: Through JuneHours: Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 9am-12pm; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8:30pmMore Info: Call 505-903-3656 or visit www.jwayneart.com
Matrix Fine Art - 3812 Central Ave. SE, Suite 100A
Contemporary Realism
Featured artists cover a wide variety for subject matters from the figure to still-life, botany and landscapes - Rodney Wood, Leo Neufeld, Patricia Malcolm, Matthew Lutz, Mark Beck and Sarah Harshorne
When: Through June 27
Hours: Tuesday 10am-4pm, Wednesday-Sunday 9am-6pm; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8pmMore Info: Call Regina Held at 505-268-8952 or visit www.matrixfineart.com
New Grounds Print Workshop - 3812 Central Ave. SE, Suite 100B
Contemporary Realism in Printmaking
International group features some outstanding examples of contemporary realism, magic realism and surrealism in printmaking. An etching demonstration will be held from 6:30-7pm
When: Through June 27
Hours: Tuesday 10am-4pm, Wednesday-Sunday 9am-6pm; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8pmMore Info: Call 505-268-8952 or visit www.newgroundsgallery.com
Tamarind Institute - 110 Cornell SE
Gallery Exhibit
Latest lithographs published by Tamarind Institute. Works by Jim Dine, Polly Apfelbaum, Willie Cole, Luke Dorman and Ethan Murrow.
When: Ongoing
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
First Friday Tours
Tamarind Institute is an internationally recognized fine art lithography gallery and workshop. Each month the Institute offers a presentation, video and tour of the workshop. One can learn about the concept of this collaborative art form, tour the workshop and browse the gallery. Free and open to the public. Begins at 1:30.
When: 1:30pm - 3pm: July 10, Aug 7, Sept 4, Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4.
Reservations: Please make a reservation by calling 277-3901.
More Info: Call 505-277-3901 or visit http://tamarind.unm.edu
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GALLERIES - NORTHEAST HEIGHTS/EAST MOUNTAINS
Exhibit venues listed below are located in the greater Northeast Heights, bounded by Sandia Pueblo on the north, Central Avenue on the south, San Mateo Boulevard on the west and the Sandia Mountains on the east. Find listings for East Mountain exhibit venues at the end of the category.
Friday, June 19, is ARTScrawl at downtown galleries. For more information, including a map with participating galleries, visit www.artscrawlabq.org
NORTHEAST HEIGHTS
Arts Alliance Gallery - 1100 San Mateo Blvd. NE
Celebration of Clay
Features the New Mexico Potters and Clay Artists.
When: Through June 27
Hours: Monday-Friday 10am-5 pm, First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8pm
More Info: Call 505-268-1920 or visit www.abqarts.org/gallery
ArtHaus 66 - 6320 Linn Ave. NE #C
Times of Transformation
Features Joie Villeneuve, Louisa Barkalow, Julie Kornblum, and Frances Melhop
When: Through July 31
Hours: Summer hours, Tuesday-Friday 12-3pm, Saturday 1-5 pm; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 9pm
More Info: Call 505-255-0872 or visit www.arthaus66.com
Nob Hill Gallery - 7400 Montgomery NE Suite 19
7th Anniversary!
When: Through June
Hours: Monday-Saturday 11am-5:30pm; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8:30pm
More Info: Call 505-268-9969 or visit www.nobhillartgallery.com
Palette Contemporary Art & Craft - 7400 Montgomery NE, Suite 22
Past Perfect: A Journey Through Modern Americana
Featuring photography of Steve Lewis. Glowing light mixed with the subdued colors of Modernist American architecture are the essence of Steve Lewis' recent collection of photographs.
When: Through June 19
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday by appointment; First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8pmMore info: Call 505-855-7777 or visit www.palettecontemporary.com
Scott Michael Gallery - 113 California NE
Rapport
A sculpture exhibit.
When: Ongoing
Hours: By appt. and First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8:30pmMore Info: Call 505-379-2993 or visit www.scottmichaelgallery.com
Wooden Cow Gallery - 7400 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 20 (Mossman Center)
Clayworks
Join invited artists from around New mexico to enjoy clay-based works of art. Featuring Annie Hooten and Kathy Shiplet.
When: Through June 27
Hours: Wednesday-Saturday 11am-7pm, Sunday 11am-5pm, First Friday and ARTScrawl until 8pm
More Info: Call 505-999-1280 or visit www.woodencowgallery.wordpress.com
An Evening with Kathleen Dustin
Polymer clay artist. Ms. Dustin will be available to discuss her work, and a selection of pieces will be available for viewing and purchase.
When: June 12, 5-7pm
ATCs at the Cow
Explore the world of Artist Trading Cards. Trading only, bring your cards to trade or just come and enjoy the event. Kids welcome to trade also.
When: Saturday, June 13, 10am-noon
Johnsons of Madrid Galleries of Fine & Fiber Art - N Hwy 14 in Madrid
One O'Clock Saturdays: Saturday, June 6, 1-3pm. Carol Redman's Santa Fe Flute Choir. Saturday, June 20, 1-3pm, Santa Fe Brass
Exhibitions: Mel Johnson solo exhibit, "Celebration of the Earth: The World's Art" plus group shows in three galleries, with solo walls for each of 12 artists. Includes painters and pastel artists, printmakers, fiber artists and sculptors.
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10am-6pm and Sunday, 12-5pm
More Info: Visit www.VisitMadridNM.com
Tapestry Gallery - 4 Firehouse Ln # 4 (Cerrillos)
Thread of Change: Fiber Fractals & More
Featuring Donna Loraine Contractor, This is a celebration of the mathematical function known as fractals. Her works weave fractals as diverse as the Sierpinski Gasket and the newly discovered Grossman Truss into her signature tapestries.
When: Ongoing
More Info: Call 505-471-0194
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GALLERIES - OLD TOWN
Exhibit venues listed below are located in Old Town and on Mountain Road. For more about the area, visit www.albuquerqueoldtown.com
Friday, June 19, is ARTScrawl at downtown galleries. For more information, including a map with participating galleries, visit www.artscrawlabq.org
Bright Rain Gallery - 206 1/2 San Felipe NW #122
Orphans
An eclectic group show of work.
When: Through July 1
Hours: Open daily, 11am-6pm; First Friday and ARTScrawl 6-9pm
More Info: Call 505-843-9176 or visit www.brightraingallery.com
Desert Corn Gallery - 2 Church St.
Viva Mestengo and The Sacred White Buffalo
A benefit art show opening First Friday featuring Sally Evans, John Abernathy, Red Ryder, Marianne Gendron, Fabian Fontenelle, and Shelley Morningsong.
When: Through July 4
Hours: Open daily, First Friday and ARTScrawl until 9pm.
More Info: Call 505-244-9044 or visit www.desertcorngallerynm.com
Desert Intarsia Gallery - 306 San Felipe NW
Brian Maggard will feature brand new pieces of his handmade jewelry.
When: Ongoing
Hours: Open daily. First Friday and ARTScrawl 5-8pm
More Info: Call 505-362-2884 or visit www.desertintarsia.com
Hanging Tree Gallery - 416 Romero NW
Featuring Norman Pacheco, Richard Tashjian (Santa Fe), Hector Morales and Anne Sandry
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10am-6pm; Sunday 12-6pm. First Friday and ARTScrawl 5-8:30pm
More Info: Call 505-842-1420 or visit www.collectorsguide.com/hangingtree
Open Mind Space - 404 San Felipe NW, Suite C1
Front Room: Emilie Bezzeg’s Photographic Quilts, plus a selection of drawings
Back Room: Douglas Kent Hall, “American Indians,” black and white photographs
When: Through July 5
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 12-7 p.m.
More Info: Call 259-3566 or visit www.theopenmindspace.com
Weems Gallery - 303 Romero NW
150 Paintings in 150 Days for $150
Featuring Dee Sanchez, Daily Painters Group member.
When: Through June
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-8pm, Sunday noon-5pm. First Friday and ARTScrawl 5-8:30pm
More Info: Call 505-293-6133 (Louisiana store) or 505-764-0302 (Old Town) or visit www.weemsgallery.com
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The area includes exhibit venues located west of the Rio Grande.
Friday, June 19, is ARTScrawl at downtown galleries. For more information, including a map with participating galleries, visit www.artscrawlabq.org
Chamisa Hills Country Club - 500 Country Club Dr. (Rio Rancho) East Mountain Artists Association Group exhibit of 100 works: oil, watercolor, pastel, prints, ink, photography, fiber, glass, raku fired clay.When: Open to public through August 3, 10am-5pm
More Info: Call 505-896-5000 or visit www.eastmountainartistsassoc.com
Corrales Bosque Gallery - 4684 Corrales Rd. (Mercado de Mayo)
Shared Space
Annual guest artist show. View works by member artists and their invited friends.
Featured Artist: Elzbieta Kaleta's intricate and delicate scissor-cut paper work in the old Polish style folk art custom.
When: Through summer.
Hours: Open daily 10am-5pm. First Friday and ARTScrawl 5-8pm
More Info: Call 505-898-7203 or visit www.corralesbosquegallery.com
Open Space Visitor Center - 6500 Coors Blvd NWGatherings Sculpture and Installation by Becky Holtzman and Linda Holland When: Through June 28 Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 9am-5pm More Info: Call 505-897-8831 or visit www.cabq.gov/openspace/visitorcenter.html
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MUSEUMS & CULTURAL CENTERS
New ListingAlbuquerque Museum of Art & History - 2000 Mountain NW
Revisioning Land Art: Earthworks to Eco-Art
A talk by historian Suzanne Garrigues on the development of environmental art since the 1960s. The talk is part of LAND/ART New Mexico, a collaborative look at land art in New Mexico. For more on the summer/fall 2009 project, visit www.landartnm.org and see the article under Featured News and Events at the top of this newsletter.
When: Saturday, June 13, 2p
Focus on Youth Photography Exhibit
Comprised of incredible photographs in four separate categories taken by some of Albuquerque's most talented young artists.When: Through June 27
Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Mondays and holidays.
Admission: $4 adult ($3 NM residents with ID), $3 seniors 65+), $1 ages 4-12, 3 and under free. Free to everyone Sundays 9am-1pm and all day on the first Wednesday of the month.
More Info: Visit www.cabq.gov/museum
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center - 2401 12th St. NW
Celebrating Native Legacies: Works in Clay by Kathleen Wall (Jemez Pueblo)
When: Through October 11, 9am-5pm daily
Admission: $6 general, $5.50 seniors, $4 NM residents, $1 students
More Info: Call 505-843-7270 or visit www.indianpueblo.orgaNational Hispanic Cultural Center
1701 4th St. SW
More Info about all NHCC Events: Visit www.nhccnm.org or call 246-2261.
Exhibits
Nuestros Maestros: Honoring the Legacy of Margaret Herrera (Chavez)
Paintings, watercolors and prints
When: Through June 21
Where: Art Museum
Aqui Estamos!
Works from the Permanent Collection, including paintings, sculpture, fiber art, furniture, drawings, installation art, metal work, photographs and mixed media works by Hispanic and Latino artists.
When: Through June 21
Where: Art Museum
Meso-Americhanics (Maneuvering Mestizaje)
Blown glass and mixed media by brothers Einar and Jamex de la Torre.
When: Extended through August 16
Where: Art Museum
South Broadway Cultural Center - 1025 Broadway SE
Los Fantasticos Surrelaistic Art Group
This group of Albuquerque artists has banded together to create an exhibit of paintings, constructions and other artist effects. Artists include Santiago Perez, Joshua Franco, Brandon maldonado and Chris Perez.
When: Through-July 27
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm
More Info: Call Augustine Romero at 505-848-1320
Update!
UNM Arts Museum and Jonson Gallery – Center for the Arts
The UNM Art Museum is closed for renovations that will add 8,000 square feet to its operation. The expanded space will be connected by a 3-story elevator and will include a new print and photography study room, video and new media gallery, administrative offices and storage for the museum’s extensive permanent collection. The Jonson Gallery will occupy the Lower Level Gallery, providing a larger space and other amenities.
Prior to its grand opening in February 2010, the Museum will participate in “LAND/ART New Mexico” with two exhibitions opening in September 2009.
The Jonson Gallery, currently located at 1909 Las Lomas NE on the UNM campus, is open by appointment only until the move. To make an appointment, call the Curator at 277-8927 or the Art Museum at 277-4001.
Updates: Visit http://unmartmuseum.unm.edu
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