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Hello Lisa,
It's the time of year when we give thanks for your support and involvement. We love bringing our community together through the arts and couldn't do it without you! We all wish you the happiest of Thanksgivings.
We're also getting really excited for this year's Holiday Thieves Market December 7-8 at the Hyatt Regency in Coralville. We'll have 86 fine artists and nearly 30 silent auction items you can bid on while you're shopping for those special items!
We look forward to joining together at the Holiday Thieves Market, then focusing on our plans for 2025. Our committees have been very busy and we can't wait to share our schedules with you in the spring!
If you enjoy what Summer of the Arts does for our community, please consider a donation today to keep these programs alive well into the future! Click HERE to make a donation today. You can also give through Venmo: @SOTAIC. Thank you!
Lisa J. Barnes, Executive Director
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Eat For The Arts at Oasis Falafel | |
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Join us on December 2, for Eat for the Arts at Oasis Falafel! Enjoy a delicious meal, and Oasis Falafel will donate 10% of their sales for the day to support Summer of the Arts' free community programming. It’s a tasty way to give back to the arts!
📅 When: Monday, December 2, 2024
📍 Where: Oasis Falafel, 206 N Linn St., Iowa City
Make sure to stop by and support local arts while enjoying some amazing food!
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Reduce Food Waste this Holiday season
As we celebrate the upcoming holidays, we’re reminded that food waste tends to increase during this busy time of year.
The Love Food, Fight Waste campaign is here to help you reduce that impact with simple, proactive tips to make your holiday gatherings more sustainable.
Quick Tips: Plan ahead with a shopping list, take only what you’ll eat, save or share leftovers, freeze extras for later, and compost food scraps using curbside service or at the landfill.
For more tips, visit: Reduce Food Waste
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Mark your calendars for the 2024 Holiday Thieves Market—the perfect place to find unique gifts while supporting local artists! With over 85 vendors offering handmade ceramics, glass art, jewelry, and more, there's something for everyone.
Event Details:
🗓️ When:
- Saturday, December 7: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday, December 8: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: Hyatt Regency Coralville, Expo Hall - 300 E. 9th St., Coralville, IA 52241
Admission: FREE
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Don't Miss the Silent Auction!
As part of the Holiday Thieves Market, we're excited to feature a Silent Auction to support Summer of the Arts' free community programming! It's the perfect opportunity to bid on unique items while giving back to our local arts scene.
Auction Hours:
- Saturday, December 7: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday, December 8: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Browse a variety of one-of-a-kind items donated by local artists and businesses. From handcrafted art to exclusive experiences, there’s something for everyone! Winners will be notified Sunday afternoon between 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM, and can either pick up their items at the Hyatt Regency or arrange a time to collect at the Summer of the Arts office (319 E. 1st St., Iowa City) between December 9-13. Check out some of the items below!
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Artist Spotlight: Libby Loescher | |
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This year's Holiday Thieves Market will not only feature many of your regular favorite artists but also 23 new artists!
We’re thrilled to welcome Libby Loescher, a talented glass artist from Mount Pleasant, Iowa, to this year’s Holiday Thieves Market. Through her business, The Looking Glass, Libby creates stunning fused and stained glass art. Each piece is meticulously designed and hand-cut from sheets of glass, then fired in the kiln multiple times to bring her vision to life.
Libby’s work combines vibrant colors and intricate designs, resulting in beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces. Stop by her booth to see how she transforms glass into striking works of art!
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Artist Spotlight: Gabriel Berg | | |
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This year’s Holiday Thieves Market is excited to welcome Gabriel Berg, a talented fiber artist from Viroqua, Wisconsin, who will be showcasing his unique handwoven creations.
Gabriel combines intricate hand-drawn designs with delicate threads, weaving them over wood panels and nails to create beautiful mandalas and sacred geometry inspired by nature. Each piece reflects Gabriel’s deep connection to his surroundings, transforming simple materials into mesmerizing works of art.
Be sure to visit his booth to see how these designs come to life and add a touch of natural harmony to your space!
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Upcoming Community Events | |
It’s A Wonderful Life: A Radio Play
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Step into the holiday spirit with this live radio adaptation of the beloved classic at Riverside Theatre. An ensemble cast of five actors brings George Bailey’s heartwarming journey of redemption to life. Experience the charm of live sound effects and the magic of the season in this reimagined stage version of the classic film. It’s the perfect holiday treat for the whole family!
🗓️ When: Nov 29 – Dec 15, 2024 (check schedule for specific dates)
📍 Where: Riverside Theatre, 119 E. College St., Iowa City
🎫 Tickets: Here
Learn more HERE
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Let’s Move The Needle: Art and Activism in Community
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Join artist and author Shannon Downey for a community stitching event and book launch. Her new book, Let’s Move The Needle, combines reflection, activities, and prompts to show how art and handwork can drive community change.
🗓️ When: Saturday, Dec 1, 2024, 2:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: Iowa City Public Library, 123 S. Linn St., Iowa City
🎫 Cost: Free, book signing and community stitch-fest included
Get inspired to be a changemaker while having fun! Shannon is known for her work with Badass Cross Stitch and Seriously Badass Women, and this event promises to be both empowering and creative.
Learn more HERE
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It's easy to set up monthly donations to Summer of the Arts through our donation portal! Just select recurring monthly when you make your donation.
These regular investments make a HUGE difference to the sustainability of our organization!
You can also donate through Venmo: SOTAIC
Thank you!
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Thank you to our Presenting Sponsors! | | |
SUMMER OF THE ARTS www.summeroftheARTS.org
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