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June 2011 | |
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 Greetings!
I've noticed lately that I have had a relatively quiet life. Why do I say this? Well, any of the wild oats I might have sowed seem to have planted themselves in my yard and need to be mowed!!!
Anyway, June opens the festival season in Old Town. It should be a great summer, you might just want to move to Old Town so you won't miss anything.
Absolute Gallery has many great shows, art events and special exhibitions planned and hope you visit us soon. (We are open rain or shine. Let us hope we have more shine than rain in the coming days.)
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Flesh Tones
An Exibition by Suellen Hozman
Flesh Tones is an art show of silver gelatin prints and personal stories that celebrate flesh colors and flesh decorations. There are 29 photographs and 29 stories. Hopefully, all will be at the opening. The goal is to improve quality of life for people with flesh colors and decorations that have prompted discrimination and cruelty. This is accomplished as each attendee experiences the photo and story. An education table with representatives from national organizations will be present. In this way, the experience of the photo and story can be processed by meeting the person and learning about their flesh decoration.
For more information: http://www.lansingcitypulse.com/lansing/article-5918-more-than-just-skin-deep.html
Opening Reception Sunday, June 5th 12-5 PM
Exhibition June 1 - 30, 2011
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Be A Tourist In Your Own Town
Saturday, June 4th
 Explore a world of possibilities in Greater Lansing from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Purchase a "passport" for $1 to get free admission to over 60 area attractions, local businesses and special activities. Enjoy interactive activities and giveaways for the kids! Special CATA Be A Tourist bus routes provide transportation to most of the attractions for just 50 cents. Collect 10 stamps in the "passport" to be eligible to win great prizes! Visit www.lansing.org/batyot or phone (517) 487-6800 for details. Visit Absolute Gallery and various other Old Town locations for a Hands On Kids Art Project....Build A Bug. Contact Absolute Gallery, 517-482-8845, for more information or to build a bug.
Eleven year old Maya Hecksel will be at Absolute Gallery on Saturday, during Be A Tourist event. Maya makes fantastic dichroic glass pendants. She will have a large selection of pendants available for you to pick from. Stop by and meet Maya, she will amaze you!
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Chalk of the Town
Saturday, June 4th
 Get Ready! Come down during Be a Tourist in Your Own Town for Old Town's own Chalk of the Town! Roam the streets of Old Town and experience true art in the streets. Beginning at 10 a.m., artists will take to the streets creating masterpieces on their assigned piece of sidewalk, using only chalk. The creations will be completed by 2 p.m. when the judging will commence. Visitors to this event will be allowed to vote for the People's Choice winner all day and winners will be announced at 3 p.m. Impression 5 will be on site for a demonstration and educational activities. Families are also welcome to participate in the kid's sidewalk art area.
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First Fridays
June 3, 2011
 On the first Friday of every month Greater Lansing rolls out the fun carpet - big time. You'll find restaurants and bars with unique specials, shops and galleries with extended hours, and events for everyone to enjoy. You'll also find free CATA transportation on all buses and the Entertainment Express trolley, with service every 15 minutes between downtown Lansing and East Lansing and dozens of places along the way. Come out on this First Fridays and explore the fun side of Greater Lansing - where you can expect the unexpected.
Stop into Absolute Gallery as we welcome local artist Mike Scieszka and his vibrant, whimsical artwork. Mike will be on hand to meet and talk with you for this June First Friday Event.
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Great American Mainstreet Award
Old Town Wins!
The National Trust for Historic Preservation announced that Old Town Lansing Main Street is a winner of the 2011 Great American Main Street Awards� (GAMSA). Recognized as a leader following the Main Street Four-Point Approach�, embracing sound historic preservation ethics and building strategic partnerships, Old Town Main Street was honored at the Main Street Awards Ceremony during the National Main Streets Conference in Des Moines, Iowa.
For more information about this award please see http://www.iloveoldtown.org/archive/201105 |
Festivals of the Sun and Moon
June 24 & 25, 2011
 Festival of the Moon: Celebrate the shortest night of the year with the biggest party of the year. A full selection of Bell's Beer and top names like Saving Jane and Carolina Liar set the perfect scene to enjoy this summer celebration. Each year Bell's has cracked the first barrel of the new brew exclusively at Festival of the Moon. Festival of the Sun: The 12th annual Festival of Sun brings you fine wines paired with tasty food samples, cold brews and Lansing's best entertainment. Enjoy the longest day of the year surrounded by 30 booths of the best beers and wines available. Sample a plethora of alcoholic and non-alcoholic options as well as tapas-style samples from Lansing's gourmet restaurants. This festival is fun at its best in Lansing's arts and entertainment district. |
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Five New Michigan Travel Posters Released!
 Martens Printworks, LLC, produces original lithographs of original artwork. These lithographs are a series of works that represent several well-known locations in the grand state of Michigan. They are also printed in Michigan using fine quality, environmentally friendly, paper and light fast inks.
Petrus Martens resides in Mid-Michigan. He has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Florida State University and studied printmaking, sculpture and painting at Yale University. While predominantly a painter, he has recently taken great interest in vintage- travel print advertising.
This most recent work, demonstrates his appreciation for the subject matter, colors, composition and the craftsmanship employed in early 20th century printmaking.
Our Price: $30.00 each
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Thank you for all of your support during the last 8 years. I look forward to knowing you for another 70 years.
Sincerely,
Kathy Holcomb
Absolute Gallery |
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