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Cribbage-A-Thon Raises over $1,600 for Spectrum Generations Cohen Center

Written on May 23rd, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

SPECTRUM GENERATONS’ William S. Cohen Community Center announces today that 32 local cribbage players participated in the Second Annual Cribbage-A-Thon benefit held at the Cohen Center located at 22 Town Farm Road in Hallowell on Friday, May 18, 2012. Since early April, participants sought out sponsors and collected donations totaling $1,638.00 for the event.

Kennebec Valley Art Association Receives $3,430 Grant from the Maine Community Foundation

Written on May 21st, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.one shout

The Kennebec Valley Art Association (KVAA) recently received a $3,430 grant from the Kay E. Dopp Fund of the Maine Community Foundation for a proposal entitled “Building the capacity of the KVAA and the Harlow Gallery through investments in programming, planning and sustainability”. The funding will allow the KVAA board of directors to update the organization’s strategic plan. The planning process is especially significant for the nonprofit arts group this year since the group will soon be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Harlow Gallery.

REMINDER: Artists invited to an Art Critique with Abbott Meader at The Harlow on May 20, 2012

Written on May 16th, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.one shout

Artists are invited to bring up to three pieces of their own original work to an art critique with Abbott Meader on Sunday afternoon, May 20th from 1-3pm. The critique will be held at the Harlow Gallery, located at 160 Water Street in downtown Hallowell, with a suggested donation of $3 at the door. Art2012, the Kennebec Valley Art Association’s 17th annual juried art show will be on view during the critique. Meader will share his insights on the jurying process (which he has experienced from both sides), and on being accepted and rejected as an artist in general.

Francine Reed Up Next for The Slates Monday Music Series May 21, 2012

Written on May 15th, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.one shout

Francine Reed is just as happy down home in the juke joint as she is in the worlds finest concert halls – and always singing with class, distinction and soul. A W.C. Handy nominee for her solo recording I Want You to Love Me, the widely recognized larger than life voice in Lyle Lovett’s Large Band has also collaborated with many of the most respected names in gospel, country, rhythm and blues, including Delbert McClinton and Willie Nelson. Based now in Atlanta, Georgia, Francine will be appearing during the summer of 2012 with Teatro ZinZanni in Seattle, Washington.

250th Anniversary/Old Hallowell Day Celebrations 2012 Continues

Written on May 15th, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.one shout

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ArtTalk at the Harlow Scheduled for May 24, 2012

Written on May 14th, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

Bastey will examine the the explosive viral phenomenon of Occupy Wall Street, which was originally sparked by the Canadian group Adbusters. Bastey’s talk will touch on the history of art and politics, focusing primarily on Adbusters’ technique of mirroring opposing photographs and linking media images with words critical of those images. The ArtTalk will be followed by a discussion on the impact of Adbusters’ style of using humor, art, and political essay to inspire activism.

The Harlow Gallery Newsletter for May/June 2012 is Full of Great Information

Written on May 13th, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

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REMINDER: Gaslight Theater to Produce The 39 Steps: Show to Open May 18, 2012

Written on May 13th, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.one shout

The 39 Steps is based on the 1935 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name. However, all roles in this past-paced whodunit are played by only four actors. The 39 Steps has been described as a Hitchcock masterpiece mixed with a juicy spy novel, with a dash of Monty Python.

The Gaslight Theater Announces Auditions for Ken Ludwig’s “Fox on the Fairway” June 3 and 5, 2012

Written on May 11th, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

A tribute from Ken Ludwig (Lend Me A Tenor, Moon Over Buffalo) to the great English farces of the 1930s and 1940s, The Fox On the Fairway takes audiences on a hilarious romp which pulls the rug out from underneath the stuffy denizens of a private country club. It’s a charmingly madcap adventure about love, life, and man’s eternal love affair with… golf.

Katie Daggett & Friends On Tap for The Slates Music Series on May 14, 2012

Written on May 9th, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.one shout

On this night Katie Daggett & Friends come together to present the music from Lucinda William’s Car Wheels on a Gravel Road album in its entirety. Katie will be joined by some of the areas finest musicians including , Bob Colwell, Ginger Cote, Erik Glockler, and Roger Sampson. They all share a love for Lucinda’s music especially the Car Wheels album and look forward to covering it in front of a live audience. Katie’s originals will be featured on this night as well!

Artists Selected for Harlow’s Annual Juried Show: Exhibition Dates 5/11to 6/2/2012

Written on May 5th, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

The public is invited to attend the opening celebration on Friday, May 11th from 5-8pm to experience a diverse mix of high quality artwork from all corners of Maine. The opening is free and open to the public. $1,350 in prize money will be awarded to artists in a ceremony beginning at 6 pm. The annual juried art exhibition at the Harlow Gallery, now in its seventeenth year, draws artists to Hallowell from all over the state of Maine. Many thanks to Kennebec Savings Bank and to the Worthington Group for sponsoring Art2012.

CORRECTION: “Dressing A Colonial Lady” Event in Hallowell on May 5, 2012

Written on May 5th, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

Mistress Mary will come dressed in a long white linen shift, the basic undergarment of colonial women. Master Adam will help her dress layer by layer, in an authentic reproduction of a c.1760’s gown. Our genteel audience will watch as she is laced into stays and helped into petticoats. They will learn about sacque-backs and mantuas, stomachers, pocket hoops and more, and that a ‘bumroll’ much be tied on in just the right place, lest it produce a “very undesirable silhouette”!

Hubbard Free Library Headlines for May 2012

Written on May 3rd, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

Thanks to everyone who attended and/or donated works of art to our Creative Arts Auction, held on April 29 at Slates Restaurant in Hallowell. The auction was a resounding success,bringing in over $7,000 for the library’s capital campaign. Another example of the wonderful support the library receives from the community. Thank you!

Cheryl Wheeler on Tap for The Slates Monday Night Concert Series May 7, 2012

Written on May 1st, 2012 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.one shout

You may not be familiar with Cheryl, but you have probably heard her music. She is very respected as a songwriter by her peers, which can be seen by how many of them record her songs. Chery’s songs have been covered by artists as diverse as Dan Seals, Peter Paul and Mary, Kenny Loggins, Garth Brooks, Suzy Boggus, Melanie, Bette Midler, Maura O’Connell, Sylvia, Kathy Mattea, and Holly Near. If they think she is great, then you owe it to yourself to learn more if you aren’t familiar with her.

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