Dear Friends of the Arts, |
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Our hearts have been warmed by more than the hot weather this month. We have been so encouraged by the many people who have sent in their memberships for the Center, and how many donations have come in. We also are over the moon to report that we have heard from a family foundation, who will sponsor installing an elevator in the building. This is truly a game changer for us, as it makes sure that everything we do in the future will be fully accessible to all. I am so grateful to everyone who has supported us in any way, large or small. We are also grateful for being the recipient of a Shuttered Venue Operators Grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration. Creating this new art space is a big endeavor, and with the help of our extended community, it’s happening! |
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Become a Member
Did you know you can become a member online?
Click HERE for information about our membership program.
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"Support the Arts"
Garden Party!
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Music by Marcus DeJesus--------------------
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Linmar Gardens hosts a stunning collection of annuals and perennials that bring color to this enchanting landscape. It’s a perfect place to visit with friends, enjoy tasty treats, and appreciate the art of Mother Nature. |
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New Building Progress Report |
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The layout of the interior of the lower level and performance space is now clear to see. Steel studs for interior walls are up everywhere, thanks to Montgomery/Timmerman Construction. Elite Plumbing has been working hard at getting the plumbing needs taken care of, and the electrical work is beginning. Once we get the electrical and HVAC work done, then we will be able to start with drywall and insulation on the walls.
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The interior of the performance space on our Hard-Hat tour day |
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Raised floor completed for the lighting and sound control booth |
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Steel studs for walls going up everywhere. |
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Virtual Exhibit
Celebrating Summer
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Summer is heating up and showing us her fiery side with fireworks on the holidays and our typical midwestern storms with Nature’s own display. Celebrations are happening every week, and our regional artists have shared their talents to depict the joys of summer in paintings, photos, sculptures, quilts, and poetry. |
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Many of the pieces of artwork are for sale. To learn how you can purchase something for your own collection, please contact Patricia
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Open Mic at
Songwriters Showcase
in August!
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Thursday, August 19
Sign up to sing at 6:00pm
Music starts at 6:30pm
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Once more we will be making music on the grounds of the new Center for the Arts, 971 Gear Street. Bring a lawn chair and expect a variety of wonderful songs, and opportunities for musicians to jam. Enjoy live music again!
We are excited to hear music from new songwriters, as well as music from our many beloved songwriters from the past. Sign-up to sing at 6 PM, so you know we have a spot for you! We will have a keyboard available, if that’s your instrument. All ages are welcome, so if you have written a song you would like to share, please join us!
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Call for Art
The Stuff of Dreams
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August 23 is the deadline to submit work for our next virtual show. The exhibit will debut as a flip-book in the September newsletter and print copies will be available for purchase with an order through the gallery manager. The theme this time is “The Stuff of Dreams,” which will mean different things to different people. You are free to interpret it as you wish, but please give us a little story about what your artwork means to you. Just finding a photograph to include with this article was difficult—floating among the clouds is a typical dream, perhaps, but I found lots of photos in my collection that would work too—walking among the giant redwoods, a day on the beach with my family, a glorious dinner at a famed New York restaurant, or eating lobster on the coast of Maine. The first snowfall in Galena is always magical and dream-worthy for sure. Show us your dreams! All mediums are welcome—photographs, paintings, sculptures, fiber arts, poetry, or however you express yourself through art.
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Email Patricia for details on how to submit your work at:
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With the physical gallery still shuttered, and construction in our new site, we thought you might want to see what our regional artists are up to. |
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Artist Jenna Lueck decided that she needed to make lemonade when life handed everyone lemons. During the pandemic, she moved ahead with plans for the future. Lueck switched her focus to commission paintings, did a website redesign, launched a new social media campaign and built an in-home studio where she would be able to showcase her captivating, vibrant work once the world made a return to normal. |
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This June, Lueck threw open her studio & gallery doors to the public for the first time with a magnificent grand opening. In July, she dove head first back into outdoor art festivals. As we put the pandemic behind us, Jenna is excited to continue to create commission paintings in her new studio, showcase her work at art festivals, and hold events in her new studio & gallery space! |
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Need to send a special message for a birthday, anniversary or just want to let someone know you care? The “Love Notes”, a small group of singers who have been rehearsing outdoors for safety, will go to your friend’s door, or place of work in the Galena area, and surprise them with a song!
Just $25 to cover costs.
Limited dates available.
Please call 815-777-0410 to schedule a song!
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Art That Stands Out in Its Field |
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How’s your garden growing? Have you noticed any crows lurking around waiting for a morsel of corn or beans to enjoy? You might need a scarecrow!
Galena Center for the Arts is once again seeking scarecrows. Dig deep into your closet and
discover some worn out clothes to dress a wooden frame to be displayed at the Center or anywhere around Galena. Bring your creations before September 18th, (Email Patricia to arrange a time for delivery.) and we will install them on the grounds next to the Center and in downtown Galena. Or you can put them in your own front yard. They will remain up through Halloween.
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There will be no security for them, and we are not responsible for any vandalism or theft. Use whatever materials you prefer, with the knowledge that they will be displayed outdoors for several weeks. We expect a height range of 5–7 feet. The scarecrows will be reviewed for appropriateness and should one be found to be offensive, controversial, or political, the creator will be asked to either change its message or remove the display.
This could be a great family or friends project, and all ages are welcome to participate. Please let us know if you would like to join in the fun of promoting Galena Center for the Arts with a scarecrow in Galena. If you have questions, or to just get more information, contact Patricia at: gallerymanager@galenacenterforthearts.com.
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Recent Events
at the Center
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On July 11 we were delighted to guide over fifty people in
small groups through the new Center for the Arts. It’s still
under construction, but more and more we can see what
the finished performance space will look like.
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Board members volunteered as tour guides. |
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We love our board members
and supporters!
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Our audience for the June Songwriters Showcase was
treated to a wonderful concert featuring “Boots and Bibs,”
outdoors on a beautiful summer evening. Magical!
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A beautiful night for music. |
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Boots and Bibs: Jerry and Carmin Wells.
photos of the artists by Will Mueller
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Arts Alliance Illinois has collaborated with artists all over Illinois, to encourage others to be vaccinated. Cindy Tegtmeyer was the project manager for our area.
Vaccination is especially important for the arts and creative sector. An important component of getting back to doing what we love is getting our communities vaccinated.
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James Salazar, award-winning Galena High School Senior created a digital art piece titled, “Don’t Hesitate, Vaccinate!”. He has created posters of his work and hung them up around town - be on the lookout!
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Artist Tony Barbosa is honoring his friend who suffered from Covid-19 with a beautiful multi-medium art installation at Kaladi’s Coffee Bar on Main Street.
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Actress Cindy Tegtmeyer created a pop up performance art piece titled, “FREE HUGS, I’m Vaccinated,” on two recent afternoons in Washington Park in Galena.
She was accompanied by fully vaccinated middle school artists, 13-year-old musician Liliana Asta (right) and 12-year old photographer/ videographer Macklan Murphy (left).
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William “Bill” Farrell
(1936 - 2021)
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We mourn the loss of Bill Farrell, internationally known potter, vintage car and antique bicycle aficionado, music lover, and friend of the Center for the Arts.
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All River Road Talent hosts a monthly art drive the first weekend of each month. All River Road Talent is a synergy of artists building a cultural and visitor awareness of artistic talent in the Galena region of Northwest Illinois. The next ARRT tour is August 7 - 8.
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Thank you to the Kiwanis Club of Galena and the Galena Kiwanis Foundation for their donation toward this summer's Children’s Theatre Program! |
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- Liliana Asta
- Jim Baranski
- Bob Burton
- John Cox
- Marcus DeJesus
- Janet Eggleston
- Elite Plumbing
- Galena Gazette
- H.B. Wilkinson Title Company, Inc.
- Justin Helle
- Illinois Bank & Trust
- Linmar Garden
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- Lord of Love Lutheran Church
- Hal Martin
- Joe Mattingley
- Paul and Nancy McMenamin
- Montgomery Timmerman Construction
- Macklan Murphy
- Carter Newton
- Rose Noble
- Cindy Tegtmeyer
- Casey Walters
- Dennis Waltman
- Lenny Wayne
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Galena Center for the Arts Video Releases
to the right and click on SUBSCRIBE. To receive notification of new videos, click on the bell icon next to SUBSCRIBED, then click on All.
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Support us with AmazonSmile Foundation Donations |
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We invite you to show your support for the Center when shopping on Amazon. We are now established as a charitable organization for contributions via the AmazonSmile Foundation. The Foundation will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases to us whenever you designate the Center as the charitable organization of your choice.
Here’s how to support the Center:
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Visit smile.amazon.com (you need to follow this step each time you designate donations).
- Log in with your regular Amazon account information.
- Select “Galena Center For The Arts Inc” as your charitable organization choice.
- Begin shopping.
Thank you for your support! We truly appreciate your thinking of us when shopping with Amazon!
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Become a Member
Did you know you can become a member online?
Click HERE for information about our membership program.
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Please Donate
Please help us to advance our mission to
elevate and celebrate regional arts and artists.
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To donate online click on This Link, or send your check to:
The Galena Center for the Arts
971A Gear Street, Galena, Illinois 61036
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This program is partially supported by a grant
from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
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Newsletter produced by Dennis Waltman
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