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January The Big: ACE Annual Open Exhibit opens Dec. 6 Exhibits Main & Co-Op Gallery Exhibit The Big: ACE Annual Open Exhibit December 6, 2019 - January 25, 2020 Free Admission We know that the Grande Ronde Valley is home to a vibrant community of artists. In homage to the wealth of talent that makes our little city so “La Grande,” The Big is an annual showcase of local artworks in all mediums. Come see a sampling of creative talent and leave with a new appreciation of Northeast Oregon’s art scene. Our biggest exhibit of the year! Cash prizes awarded. Main Gallery 4th Annual Fiber Arts & Jewelry Exhibit January 31 - March 28, 2020 Opening Reception: January 31 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Free Admission Art Center East presents Farmers Markets in Fiber, our 4th Annual Fiber Arts & Jewelry Exhibit. The exhibit in- vited artists to use photographs taken at a regional farm- ers market as a springboard to create new works in fiber. Each artist selected one inspiring image, interpreting its colors, textures, and subject through the lens of their chosen medium. Viewers will have a chance to compare the two - getting a glimpse into the creative process - as the photograph and the finished piece will be displayed side-by-side. Sponsored by the La Grande Quilt Shop. Co-op Gallery New Works by Damian Garcia January 31 - March 28, 2020 Opening Reception: January 31 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Free Admission Damian Garcia is an emerging artist from Los Angeles, California who recently relocated back to his home state after studying art at Eastern Oregon University. His work focuses on layered images using ballpoint pen and acrylic paint on wood panels. He has exhibited his work in Alabama, California, Oregon, and Washington. Art Center East Gallery Exhibits & Opening Receptions are always free & Open to the public! ACE Community Music Program Grande Ronde Community Choir Winter Term Dates: Thursdays, January 9 - March 12, 2020 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm Rehearsals Located: Loso Hall Rm 123 on Eastern Oregon University campus in La Grande. The Grande Ronde Community Choir is a 50-65 voice mixed choral ensemble comprised of Community members, EOU students, staff, faculty, and high school students. The choir rehearses and performs a wide vari- ety of choral literature ranging from major works with orchestra to spirituals and musical theatre repertoire. Three or more concerts are scheduled each year. Annual performances include the Choirs of the Valley Concert, the Holiday Music Festival, March Choral Concert and periodic concerts presented in conjunction with the EOU Chamber Choir, Oregon Chorale, and the Grande Ronde Symphony Orchestra. Choral Director: Michael Frasier drumming Accompanist: Lanetta Paul Cost: $45 Member / $55 Non-Member (Please register online at artcentereast.org) Concert: March 5, 7:00 pm @ McKenzie Theater Community African Drumming (Age 12+) Winter Term Dates: Tuesdays, January 7 - March 17, 2020 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm Rehearsal Location: Loso Hall Rm 123 on Eastern Oregon University campus in La Grande. Community African Drumming is made up of students and community members dedicated to the traditional music of Western Africa. The group came into existence 15 years ago, and has performed numerous concerts around the Pacific Northwest, including the Seattle Rhythm Festival. All skill levels welcome. Grab a friend and enjoy the rhythms and community building that drumming has to offer. Teaching Artist: Luke McKern Cost: $45 Member / $55 Non-Member (Please register online at artcentereast.org) No concerts. Music & Dance Toddler Music & Movement (Age 3-5) January 7, 14, 21, 28 from 10:00 - 11:00am In this kid + parent class, we will explore rhythm and beats through song, rhyme, and movement. Throughout the full 10-session course, toddlers will experience vari- ous rhythm instruments, including making their own drum and shaker. During the final 2 classes (March 3 & 10), we will translate what we’ve learned about rhythm and song to playing on authentic African drums. Par- p Register early! Minimum registration needed 48 hours before class starts to avoid cancellation.ho CREATE ART 2020 Auburn Avenue Baker City, OR 97814 541.523.5369 info@crossroads-arts.org www.crossroads-arts.org Register online for Art Center East programming artcentereast.org/calendar There's Always Something New and Wonderful at Fitzgerald's! 1 1414 Adams Ave La Grande, OR (541) 963-2126
