CARPINTERIA ARTS

CENTER NEWSLETTER

February 9, 2022

ARTS CENTER UNIQUELY RECEIVES

NEA $50,000 GRANT

We are pleased to announce they have been approved to receive an American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to help them recover from the pandemic. The Center is recommended to receive $50,000.00 to support two staff positions.

“We are deeply honored to be one of the fifty-six recipients of the NEA Grants awarded in California, and the only organization between Los Angeles and the Bay Area to receive this generous funding,” explained Linda Rosso, Executive Director of the Arts Center.

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NEW BOARD MEMBERS ANNOUNCED

We are proud to announce the Board of Directors for 2022. The Arts Center is grateful for the commitment of these stellar leaders who share our goals of connecting the community through the arts. We welcome these visionaries to our table as we continue to focus on our lofty goals, and set the course for the new year and beyond.

Please welcome our newest members of the board; Christie Boyd, Jesus Gonzales, and Lenny Price.

We are deeply appreciative of our continuing Board of Directors: Alan Koch - Chairman of the Board, Tim Cohen - Vice Chair, Carla Stein - Treasurer, Robert Stokes - Secretary, Kathy Dubock, Lynda Fairly, Leo Fortunato, Debbie Murphy, Roland Rotz, and Nini Seaman.

Christie Boyd

Jesus J.Gonzales

Lenny Price

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NEW JEWELRY ON DISPLAY

Looking for a Special Valentine's Day gift?

Be sure to stop in and browse through our stunning Queen of the Coast exhibit while checking out our beautiful one-of-a-kind handmade jewelry. Our jewelry display has been recreated, and gorgeous gems are on display in the Gallery. Featuring pendants, earrings, and rings. all creatively made with an assortment of raw material. We are confident you will a treasured gift for yourself or a loved one. Give the gift of coastal beauty for Valentines Day.

Featured Jewelry Artists include: Coleen Floyd, Paula Gregoire-Jones, Marcia McNally, Alicia Holm, and Beth Taylor.

Charles Lo Bue Gallery Hours:

Thursday - Sunday 12-4 PM

855 Linden Avenue

UPCOMING EVENTS

Save the Dates

FEBURARY

MARCH

APRIL/MAY

FEB 12

12-2 PM

Kalpulli Mayahuel

Dancers

MAR 5

Elements Exhibition Community Reception

APR 8 - MAY1

Palate 2 Palette

Exhibition

FEB 16

Call for Artists Deadline

Elements Exhibition

Submit Online

MAR 6

1- 4 PM

Free Community

Global Art Project

MAY 1

Palate 2 Palette

Annual Auction Fundraiser

FEB 25 - APR 3

Elements Exhibition

MAR TBA

Spring Brunch Celebrating Women in History Month

Many more exciting events are in the mist of being planned!

WELCOME NEW VOLUNTEERS

Our first 2022 orientation was recently held and we welcomed seven new faces to our volunteer roster.

Join us in welcoming: Robin Brandin, Roxanne Coke, Susan Copeland, Janice Katz, Kathe Klock, Sandi Prather, and Gayle Spiegle. Welcome back volunteer Christy Schofield & thank you for already signing up for 30 shifts thru March!

Thank you all for being a part of our new volunteer team!

Join Our Team

FEBRUARY PROGRAMS & TOUR

We have a few spots left for February classes,

register today to insure your spot!

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Wrapped Heart Pendant - Feb 12
Beginning Guitar - Feb 12 to April 16
The Art of Encaustics Mini Workshop - Feb 19
Random Weave Baskets - Feb -20
Cigar Box Workshop - Feb 20
February Tour REH Grey Space - Feb. 24

THANK YOU TO OUR

QUEEN OF THE COAST SPONSORS!

EXHIBITION SPONSOR:

Rincon Designs

COMMUNITY SPONSORS:

Esau’s Café

Pacifica Graduate Institute

Interested in Sponsorship?

We are happy to create a custom palette for your business, offering you the opportunity to sponsor the events & programs that help your company in concert with your corporate mission.

For more information on how to bring Art & Culture into your business or organization, please contact: Joyce Donaldson at 805.684.7789 I [email protected]