January 4, 2017
Your bi-weekly newsletter from The West Valley Arts Council
West Valley Arts Council
Opening Reception

Forty Years of Artistic Excellence
with Vanguard Artists
January 5th | 5-7pm
Join us for an opening reception with Vanguard Artists! This exhibit will be on display January 5 - 27, 2017
Arts HQ | 16126 N Civic Center Plaza | Surprise, AZ
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Craft Class at the HQ

2017 Wishing Trees
January 21st | 10am-12pm
Set out your wishes and dreams for 2017 by creating a Wishing Tree for you and your family. Attendees will paint and embellish a tree branch and base and add words of encouragement, good thoughts or talismans. Ages 6 and up. $25 per person (includes all supplies).
Arts HQ | 16126 N Civic Center Plaza | Surprise, AZ 
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Jazz Concert

Sounds of Spooky Kool
Thursday, February 16th | 6pm
Join us for an evening of live Jazz music with Spooky Kool.
Spooky Kool plays 'Head Bopping' Jazz for the body, mind, spirit and soul. The globally recognized Phoenix based group writes, records, and performs original compositions along with samples of updated Jazz Standards. Tickets are 1/$15 or 2/$25
Arts HQ | 16126 N Civic Center Plaza | Surprise, AZ
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Call to Artists

6th Annual Floral & Botanical Exhibit
This exhibit will feature floral and botanical artwork in a variety of styles and techniques. Artists are invited to submit original botanical art, including flowers, herbs, leaves, and plants, etc. Exhibit will be on display from March 9 - April 21, 2017 with an opening reception held on March 9th from 5-7pm.
Image: Nan Adams
Submission Deadline: February 23, 2017
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Upcoming Performances
Lunchtime Theater

The Sounds of Music
January 12th | 11:30am & 1:30pm
Enjoy Vienna's world of Opperetta, Italy's Neapolitan songs, the sizzle of NY's Broadway and the passion of the grand opera with the Phoenix Opera.

3 No Trump
January 19th | 11:30am & 1:30pm 
Theater Works presents a comedy about a game of cards and enduring friendship and devotion.
These special 45-50 minute lunchtime performances will be held at the Arts HQ Gallery. Reservations are required.
Arts HQ | 16126 N Civic Center Plaza | Surprise, AZ
RSVP- 623.935.6384
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Ghostlight Theater

On Golden Pond
January 12 - 22, 2017
Ethel and Norman are returning to their summer home. They are visited by their divorced, middle-aged daughter and her fiancĂ©, who then go off to Europe, leaving his teenage son behind for the summer.  Norman soon has the grandson he always wanted.
Ghostlight Theater | 13541 West Camino Del Sol | Sun City West, AZ
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West Valley Symphony

West Valley Symphony presents pianist Erin Hale
January 15, 2017
The West Valley Symphony debut of rising star Erin Hale, acclaimed for her recent CD of the complete Well Tempered Clavier by J.S. Bach.
Valley Vista High School Performing Arts Center | 15550 N Parkview Place | Surprise, AZ
AZ Swing Kings
 
Dance
February 3rd | 6-9:00pm
Join the AZ Swing Kings for a dance at the Lakes Recreation Center. Open to the public and tickets are $10.
Westbrook Village | 19251 N. Westbrook Parkway | Peoria, AZ
More info 623-566-6178 
Art Exhibits and Events
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WHAM Art Association

Capture and Create
January 2 - February 13, 2017
 
WHAM invites you to come and see 'Capture and Create', a unique display of local Photography and 3-D art. This exhibit is free and open to the public, so tell your family and friends to come down and see the art! A reception with the artists will be held on January 13, 2017 from 5 - 7pm.
WHAM | 16560 N Dysart Road | Surprise, AZ 
West Valley Art Museum

From Past To Future: Where You Meet Great Art
January 9 - March 9, 2017
Opening reception January 12th from 4-6pm. This is free and open to the public.
Peoria City Hall | 8401 W Monroe Street | Peoria, AZ  
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City of Avondale

Kids in Focus Photography Exhibit
November 2016 -January 2017
On display in Avondale City Hall and Library--Kids In Focus is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to empowering and inspiring at-risk youth to reach their potential using photography to ignite their imagination and build their sense of confidence and value. Tapping into the power and universal language of photography, Kids In Focus enables children to gain a new perspective on themselves and their environment. The kids' eyes are opened to their own potential for creativity and success and to new possibilities of connecting with others and the world.
Avondale Civic Center | 11350 W. Civic Center Drive | Avondale, AZ 
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Artist Talk

Gabriel Bey: The Evolution of Music-Future Past
February 1st | 2pm
Gabriel Bey, leader of the popular Jazz band Spooky Kool will  speak and demonstrate how the history of music is evolving, yet returns to the instruments of the past to present and messages of today. The presentation will feature Dashmesh Khalsa and Daniel Hirtz demonstrating their ancient instruments culminating in a brief performance of a modern piece with Gabriel, created to communicate the power of music and  experiences with the audience. This event is free and open to the public.
Northwest Regional Library | 16089 N. Bullard Avenue | Surprise, AZ
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Sun City Fine Art Show & Sale

43rd Annual Sun City Fine Art Show & Sale
February 11 - 12, 2017 | 9am-3pm
Come rest your eyes upon and purchase remarkable paintings by our local artists. More than 3,500 people attend the event each year to view over 240 amazing paintings on display. Open to the public, free admission, free parking.
Bell Recreation Center | 16820 N 99th Avenue | Sun City, AZ
More info 623 551 0402
Artist Opportunities
City of Avondale

Avondale Artist Showcase
January 28th | 5-8pm
The City of Avondale would like to showcase artist in the community at a special event in City Hall. The Avondale Art Showcase will feature music and refreshments for attendees and include opportunities for participating artists to sell their art! Free to submit. Space is limited!
Deadline: January 20, 2017
West Valley Art Museum

Call to Artists
Celebration of Artists 2017
Annual juried art exhibit of two dimensional paintings, drawings, mixed media and photography hosted by West Valley Art Museum at Peoria City Hall Art Gallery. Exhibit from March 13 through April 20. Reception and awards presentation on March 16th 4-6 pm.
Submission Deadline: February 10, 2017
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ProMusica Arizona

Auditions
January 6th | 5-8pm

ProMusica Arizona will be holding auditions for both the Chorale and Orchestra at Crosswinds Presbyterian Church | 20125 N. 15th Ave, Phoenix 85027 
For an audition appointment, contact Patti Graetz at pgraetz@pmaz.org
City of Glendale

Artist Funding Opportunities
Event-Based Temporary Interactive Arts Opportunity for the Glendale Chocolate Affaire Festival - February 3-5, 2017
Deadline:  January 8, 2017 @ 11:00pm
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Musical Surprise

Lessons & Classes 
Musical Surprise is the largest music school in the west valley with an active enrollment of 500 students. Students drive from all over the west valley to take lessons here. While you are here researching the best school for you, please consider the benefits of becoming a student at our studio and find out why we are the west valley's #1 choice for music lessons!
Musical Surprise | 16846 W Bell Rd #106 | Surprise, AZ

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Catitude Gallery & Studio

Outdoor Sculpture Garden
 
Submission for an outdoor sculptural show in Avondale's Historical "Arts District" are now being accepted.
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West Valley Arts Council
Become a Roster Artist TODAY!

West Valley Arts roster artist benefits include: e-blast/social media marketing, website community calendar postings, professional development programs/classes and more.
West Valley Arts Council Season Sponsors
2016 - 2017 Season 
APS - Arizona Commission on the Arts - Arizona Community Foundation  -   
Chase Bank  - City of Goodyear - City of Peoria - City of Surprise  - Constance W. McMillin Trust  - Dolores Miller Charitable Endowment Fund - DMB  -
Estrella by Newland Communities - Estrella Mountain Community College -  EPCOR - The Kemper & Ethel Marley Foundation - Kiwanis of Litchfield Park -
National Endowment for the Arts -  Orcutt | Winslow
   - Scottsdale League for Arts - SRP - Thunderbird Charities -
USAA Foundation - Victory at Verrado - Wells Fargo 

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