July, 2005
Recent Exhibition in the Gallery... Link to postcard Location:		LATINO ARTISTS IN GEORGIA Exhibit of works by Spanish-speaking artists from throughout the state ~ on view through July 31st: Normando Ismay,  Rossy Finol,  Cooper Sanchez, Lourdes Perdomo,  Marco Razo,  Juan Perdiguero Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street Link to MapQuest
June, 2005
Town Hall Meeting on the Arts 2005 took place on Thursday, June 9th, 6-8 pm at O'Neal Plaza. The results of the Douglasville & Douglas County Cultural Facilities Report and Citizen Survey were presented. To find out what's next, call the Cultural Arts Center at 770-949-ARTS (2787).  Read the full report here. Released June 15th: Cultural Survey Report Conclusions: "Douglasville and Douglas County has an existing arts infrastructure and a desire for increased venues and opportunities for participation. The depth of citizen commitment to the arts seems to mirror the depth of residents' commitment to the community – some people love this place with a passion, many just live here. Building a new level of excitement about the arts and culture and the ways in which they contribute to a diverse community will require a substantial, coordinated communication effort as well as endeavors to construct or renovate cultural spaces. Existing activities and venues provide a base from which to build excitement and enthusiasm, and this study revealed no evidence of deliberate obstruction for cultural efforts. There is a future for the arts and culture in Douglasville – the vision remains to be shaped and communicated."
June 13th – 17th Monday - Friday 9 am – 4 pm Location:		Fifth Annual SUMMER ARTS CAMP Offering intensive arts exploration led by three artists $40 per child, $35 for CAC family members Hunter Park, Douglasville Parks & Recreation
Sunday, June 12th 2 – 5 pm		Annual Ice Cream Social and opening reception Latino Artists Exhibition ~ continuing through July 31st.
May, 2005 In the gallery ...		Georgia Artists with Disabilities A Touring Exhibit of works by talented artists from Georgia ~ on view through May 26th Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street Link to MapQuest
SPRING CONCERT SERIES Saturday, May 28th, 7 pm free and open to the public Location:		The Long Drop ~ Irish and Celtic music Bring a lawn chair and picnic basket to complete a fun family outing! Background info on the bands featured this spring. O'Neal Plaza, downtown Douglasville - Link to MapQuest
Sunday, May 22nd, 3 pm		Book Signing at Cultural Arts Center 8652 Campbellton Street - Link to MapQuest Kenneth Robbins is an accomplished writer and playwright. His first novel, Buttermilk Bottoms, won the 1986 Toni Morrison Prize for Fiction and the Associated Writing programs Novel Award. Another work of fiction, In the Shelter of the Fold, has been recommended by the Pirates Alley William Faulkner Society. City of Churches is the author's fourth novel. Read all about it.
Saturday, May 21st, 11 am - 5 pm Location:		Taste for Douglasville Arts new: FLYER & EVENT MAP Sample delectible menu items from local restaurants, Enjoy arts & crafts by local exhibitors plus Children's activities and performances on O'Neal Plaza stage A Douglasville tradition ~ fun for the whole family! O'Neal Plaza, downtown Douglasville - Link to MapQuest
In the NEWS May 18th:		Members of the CAC's Executive Committee and the CAC Director were joined by the Mayor and Commission Chairman at a presentation of $35,000 from the Metropolitan Atlanta Arts Fund on May 18th .   Read all about it!
Saturday, May 14th, 7 pm Spring Concert Series		The Roswell New Horizons Band Big Band sound & classic swing O'Neal Plaza, downtown Douglasville - Link to MapQuest
Saturday, May 7th, 7 pm Spring Concert Series		The Dappled Grays Progressive Bluegrass music O'Neal Plaza, downtown Douglasville
April, 2005 In the Gallery... free and open to the public Location: Friday, April 8th, 5 - 6 pm		Contemporary Realism: Three Approaches Larry Grams + David Matthews + Rick McClung Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street Opening reception was April 7th Families and the community were invited to attend the Spring Break Arts Camp's Celebration of Achievements Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street Information on future events in quarterly calendars.
Arts Education News		Art classes offered at the Arts Center: Read about the CAC's teaching artists and spring class descriptions here.  CAC teams up with Parks & Recreation: Read about the creative classes and workshops for children & adults offered at Hunter and Jessie Davis Parks here. Spring Break Arts Camp was offered at Deerlick Park: April 4 - 8, 2005
March, 2005 In the gallery... March 3rd - 31st Location:		Annual YOUTH ART MONTH exhibition Showcasing works by Douglas County students On view through March 31st ~ free and open to the public The reception was Sunday, March 6, 2-4 pm for our talented young artists and the public Hosted by Friends of Art and Music Education (FAME) Entertainment by Forte School of the Arts Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street Link to MapQuest
Saturday, March 19th, 10 am & 1 pm Location: Admission:		Annual Mad Hatter's Tea Party Fun for everyone, especially the very young! Organized by the American Business Women's Association Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street $25 - 1st child & adult...$15 for each additional child, $5 each additional adult in your group. Advance reservations were required: 770-949-2787. Information on future events in quarterly calendars.

Above: Corinne Barnes, Douglas County Schools Fine Arts Coordinator (left) and CAC Executive Director Laura Lieberman at the January 20th reception for local Governor's Honors Program Nominees.		Arts Education News: Announcement from the Georgia Council for the Arts State Art Collection: K-5 Lesson Plans Sought March 15th deadline Collaboration Fostered Between Artists and Teachers The Georgia Council for the Arts has just announced a March 15th deadline for proposals submitted by teams of teachers ("certified educators") and professional artists to create lesson plans for grades K-5 in any academic subject, based upon artwork from the State Art Collection. Read an overview in the Press Release and details in the RFP. Visit the Georgia Council for the Arts' web site for more exciting programs and grants in the arts. Explore the State Art Collection online.
February, 2005 Gallery Hours: Mon-Fri, 9-5  & Sundays 1-5 Free and open to the public Location: Cheryl Miller,  Freedom Fighters, gelatin silver print		Black History Month Special Exhibition " DUALITY: PARADOX & FOOD FOR THE SOUL" by Sistagraphy, African American Women Artists Works on view through February 27th Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street, Douglasville [from Atlanta, take I-20 west to exit #36 north] Link to MapQuest The opening reception was Sunday, February 13th, 4 - 6 pm Hosted by the Douglas County Connection The Artists Talk & Exhibit Tour was February 20th, 3-4:30 pm Read the full Press Release Group photo of Sistagraphy

February 25th & 26th Friday, 7-9 pm City Conference Center, Church Street Link to MapQuest Admission: Saturday, 7-9 pm City Conference Center		Annual Cowboy Poets Gathering "Trails Plowed Under: The Crow Warrior" Artist Jim Dunham paints in the style of Western artist Charlie Russell, creating a Crow Warrior before your very eyes, as Georgia's Cowboy Balladeer Doc Stovall sets the mood with cowboy tunes. There will be an  auction of the painting. Friday or Saturday night tickets, purchased separately: $12 general; $10 CAC members, students and senior citizens. Two-night ticket package: $20 general; $18 CAC members, students, senior citizens. Georgia Cowboy Poets perform with special guests KG & The Ranger www.kgandtheranger.com KG & The Ranger are Karen Gogolick, banjo and singing, and Rick Roltgen, guitar, yodeling, and trick rope-spinning. Together, they bring you the Wild West with a special twist: the duo are harmony yodeling champions!
January 2 - 30 Link to MapQuest Location: Read the Press Release		Douglas County Art Guild Exhibition "Local Talent: Expose Yourself to Art" free and open to the public Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street, Douglasville Paintings, drawings, multimedia works and even decorated gourds ~ the art works on display represent the diverse achievements and exceptional talents of many Douglas County-based artists whose fascinating explorations of contemporary aesthetic directions present a wide range of artistic perspectives. The Douglas County Art Guild is a satellite of the Cultural Arts Council. A Meet the Artists Reception was hosted by the CAC Board on January 6th, with entertainment provided by Vicki Harshbarger.
January 2nd - 8 th Special Exhibit Links to information on the artists Click picture or name >>> Read more here		Painted Violins: On loan from the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra   Anne Hathaway   Dixie Purvis   James Way
Students from area schools found many ways to say Joy to the World on their brightly decorated trees at the Cultural Arts Center this December.		CAC President Marcita Scharnhorst and the Cultural Arts Center Board and staff wish you Happy Holidays. Photographs by Allen Culpepper and Cary Cleaver
Sunday, December 19th 3 - 5 p.m. Location: Link to MapQuest		Kwanzaa Celebration Hands-on workshop honoring Kuumba (Creativity) Presented by the Douglas County Connection Workshop and ceremony led by Naeemah Chike Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street, Douglasville
Wednesdays & Thursdays Two Seatings,  11:30 am and 1 pm December 15th & 16th Location: Price: Reservations: Menus:		Christmas Luncheons A Douglasville holiday tradition! Enjoy a catered lunch surrounded by beautiful artwork Advance reservations required Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street, Douglasville $20 per person 770-949-ARTS (2787) Dec. 15th ~ Catered by Angie McLeod: Cranberry Salad, Oven Roasted Pork Loin, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls with Butter, Tea & Coffee, and for dessert, Scandinavian Almond Bars, Lemon Bars & Pecan Tassies Dec. 16th ~ Catered by Lorie Bomar: Studded Chicken Breast, Rosemary Roasted Potatoes, Green Beans, Croissants, Tea & Coffee, and Assorted Desserts
In Galleries I & II.... through December 19th Location: Link to Press Release		18th Annual ~ National Juried Arts Exhibition Works from all over the Southeast, juried by Ben Apfelbaum Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street The opening reception on Nov 11th was hosted by the Douglas County Art Guild.  Here are some works from the exhibition:

"Bird Turf" by Grady Haugerud Honorable Mention

"Looking at the Sky IV" by Susan Smith

"Nina Mesoamericana" by Lourdes Perdomo First Place

Deirdre Aims + Bob Bagby + Mary Barkis + Vicki Bethel + Susan Burns + Jacqueline Butler + Valerie Chitvanni + Carol A. Collins + Betsy Cozine + Eilis Crean + Allen Culpepper + Jane Daniel + Elyse Defoor + Mariana Depetris + Marjorie Foster + Misti Freeman + Sheila Giddens + Lamar Gilstrap + Larry L. Grams + Grady Haugerud + Judith Hendrix + Elizabeth Henry + Holly Henson + Brian Higgins + John Horton + Dawn Hunter + John Johnston + Randy Lewallen + Guy Lipscomb + Ann-Marie Manker + Randy Myers + Lourdes Perdomo + Carol Peterson + Allison Rentz + Victoria Rudd + Jena Sibille + Regina Simas + Susan Smith + John Sumner + Carolyn Tumlin + Diana Brehm Williams = the 18th Annual National Juried Exhibition, selected by Ben Apfelbaum for the Cultural Arts Council of Douglasville/Douglas County We are delighted to have one of Atlanta's most astute and creative curators select the exhibition this year. Anyone who has followed Ben's extraordinary schedule of shows at Spruill over the past couple of years knows that his curatorial position offers a fascinating approach to contemporary art and an all- too-rare insightful eclecticism, based on a broad understanding of aesthetics and a deep commitment to individual artists' professional development. We are honored that he is working with us, and we believe this is a wonderful opportunity for artists to have Ben review their recent work." --Laura Lieberman, Executive Director, CAC
December 2 - 19 Mon-Fri, 9-5  & Sundays 1-5		Annual Student Holiday Card Exhibit Children's art on view in Gallery III through December 19th in conjunction with the National Juried Exhibit in Gallery I and II Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street, Douglasville See some of this year's artists & cards here.
November
Friday, Nov. 19th Location: Lithia Springs High School		Performance by the Berry College Dance Troup for local elementary schools was a hit!
Sunday, Nov. 14th 3 pm Location: Link to MapQuest Juror Ben Apfelbaum with Juried Show winners 2004 >>>		Gallery Talk by Ben Apfelbaum, Juror for the National Exhibition Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street
October, 2004
Friday, October 29th 6 - 10 p.m. Location: This year's winners...		Annual Chili Cook-Off Free admission; buy tastes or bowls of your favorite! Local restaurants and public figures compete for "Best Tasting" O'Neal Plaza in Historic Downtown Douglasville Click here for photo of the 2004 winners
In the Gallery... October 7th - 31st John Johnston, 1st Prize Link to MapQuest Location:		Douglasville Celebrates Photography/ Photography Celebrates Douglasville Exhibit of works selected by juror Susan Todd-Raque Gallery Talk by Susan Todd-Raque, October 10th Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street, Douglasville Douglasville Celebrates Photography is part of the annual "Atlanta Celebrates Photography" event - more on the ACP website
Friday, October 15th 6 - 9 pm Link to MapQuest Location: Cow Camp Cooking demo >>>		"Pioneer Days" Preview with Cow Camp Cooking & Cowboy Music Free & open to the public Clinton Nature Preserve, Winston, Georgia Ephesus Church Road off of Post Road, South of I-20
Saturday, October 16th 10 - 5 pm Daytime Admission: Read the Press Release Hourly Schedule Get Adobe Reader to read pdf Lots to See and Enjoy: Pioneer Style Camp >>> Refreshments and Farm Bureau demonstrations >>>		Annual "Pioneer Days" at Clinton Nature Preserve Featuring the Douglas County Farm Bureau $5 per person, $4 for CAC members, $3 per child Farm Bureau Displays & Demonstrations: Antique tool display Sorghum mill Farm Animals Hay Ride Fall Harvest Display Handouts & Give-Aways
Saturday, October 16th 7 - 9 pm Evening Festival Admission: Location: Doc Stovall (seated) & Friends prepare for a jam session >>>		Southeastern Bluegrass Festival Night $10 per person, $8 for CAC members Clinton Nature Preserve, Winston, Georgia Ephesus Church Road off of Post Road, South of I-20
Sunday, October 17th 2 - 5 pm Admission: Location:		"Pioneer Days Gospel Sunday " at Clinton Nature Preserve Featuring traditional Gospel & Bluegrass music $5 per person, $4 for CAC members, $3 per child Clinton Nature Preserve, Winston, Georgia Ephesus Church Road off of Post Road, South of I-20
Saturday, Oct. 9th 7 - 9 pm Link to MapQuest Tickets: Location:		Pianist George Mann in concert... Back by popular demand in a "house concert" Reservations recommended: 770-949-ARTS (2787) $8 admission; $6 for CAC members, seniors, and students Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street
Thursday, October 7th Opening Reception 6 - 8 pm Link to MapQuest Location:		Douglasville Celebrates Photography/ Photography Celebrates Douglasville Exhibit of works selected by juror Susan Todd-Raque Reception hosted by the Sweetwater Camera Club Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street, Douglasville Douglasville Celebrates Photography is part of the annual "Atlanta Celebrates Photography" event - read more on the ACP website
September, 2004
Vendor Deadline for Pioneer Days: September 30th		Complete vendor entry information here in pdf.
Saturdays in September September 11th, 18th & 25th 7 - 9 pm Location: Link to MapQuest Exit #36 North from I-20.		Fall Concerts at O'Neal Plaza Over 1,000 people enjoyed the concerts brought to you by the Cultural Arts Council in historic downtown Douglasville Go To: Info on the Bands September 11th: Emerald Rose Celtic American Folk Rock September 18th: Timeless Highways with Tommy Dodd on Pedal Steel September 25th: Zydeco T Cajun Music ~ free dance lessons with band member Anthony Lewis!
On the Grounds... Sculpture on view through September 26th		Sculpture on the Grounds: works by Danielle Roney & Ann Rowles
photo courtesy of Larry Grams
Sunday, September 19th 2-4 pm Link to MapQuest Location:		Gallery Talk & Outdoor Sound Installation by sculptor Danielle Roney featuring the sculpture on the CAC grounds Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street
August, 2004
Monday, August 30th Workshop: (two sessions) 4:30-6 pm ~ Location: mapquest coffee house 7-8 pm ~ Location: mapquest arts center Application Deadline: Entry deadline:		Grant-writing clinic for "Grassroots" Arts Grant applicants Bring your rough draft to this clinic and get your questions answered prior to the September 3rd (postmark) deadline. Hiram Coffee House, 159 Main Street, Hiram Corner of Church St, off of Hwy 92 (a.k.a. "Hiram-Douglasville Road") Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street, Douglasville Note: this is not a general "how to" workshop, but a service specificly for non-profits applying for funding for arts projects. Guidelines and forms available here. Grassroots Arts Grants for Douglas and Paulding Counties ~ for arts projects taking place between October 1, 2004 and June 30, 2005 deadline: September 3rd, 2004. August 30th was the deadline for October's  "Douglasville Celebrates Photography/Photography Celebrates Douglasville" Print out & read the RULES for entering this show ~ Entry Form
NEW! Saturday, August 21st and Sunday, August 22nd		ART CLASS Pre-Registration Event Meet the CAC's talented roster of Teaching Artists Your opportunity to ask questions and pre-register for the Fall and Winter line-up of classes.  class schedule pdf
Thursday, August 5th Opening Reception 6 - 8 pm Ilja at the piano Link to MapQuest Location:		Retrospective: Susan Rene Deremer "Chattahoochee Path"   Paintings, pastels, drawings   Works on view   through August 31   Visit the artist's web site.   Read the press release. Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street
July, 2004
In the Gallery... Exhibition on loan from the Chattahoochee Valley Art Museum www.cvam-online.org Preview the exhibition!		Exhibition of artist Annie Greene: "Georgia Farms in the 1940's ~ The Farm in Yarn" Annie Greene exhibition on view July 5th - 31st
July 14th, 21st & 28th, 2- 4 pm Location:		WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS - Hands-on Workshops For children & young people, 6-18 Led by professional teaching artists By appointment only 770-949-ARTS Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street
Sunday, July 11th, 2 - 4 pm The CAC thanks the Cold Stone Creamery for the yummy ice cream!		Annual CAC Ice Cream Social ~ and ~ Reception for the artists at the CAC Hosted by the Douglas County Historical Society Ice Cream Social entertainment by Sweetwater Bluegrass Band
Monday, July 5th The CAC created a Prize-Winning Float! Location:		Independence Day Parade in Douglasville Banners by Douglas High School art students depicting scenes of Douglasville, old and new, were proudly displayed in the parade... as a preview before they are hung around the city in August. Historic downtown Douglasville ~ Church Street parade route. This project was supported by an Arts Education Development grant from the Georgia Council for the Arts, through appropriations by the Georgia General Assembly.
June, 2004 In the CAC Gallery... Through June 27th Link to MapQuest		"Poppies" digital photography by Nan Albertson
In the CAC Gallery... Link to MapQuest Location: Sunday June 6th * * * * * * * * * * Saturday, June 12th 9:30-12:30 at the CAC * * * * * * * * * *		"The Flower Show" opened May 6th Invitational Exhibition of Floral & Botanical Works Exhibit was on view through June 27th Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street The "Meet the Artists" reception was Thursday, June 3rd Hosted by the Ama Kanasta Garden Club Gallery Talk on THE ART OF BONSAI by Tom Merrifield * * * * * * * * * * Grant-writing Workshop ~ Learn from the experts Geared for arts projects, this workshop will cover goal-setting, budgets, evaluation and more that every non-profit may profit from. * * * * * * * * * *
Doug Makemson's "Metal Menagerie" Burt has departed the CAC, following the rest of the Menagerie. Sculpture exhibition organized by Georgia Museum of Art Visit the artist's website Take a brief tour

May, 2004 Saturday, May 29th 7 - 9 pm read more Location:		Spring Concert on the Plaza Featuring: Walnut Grove - visit the band's web site Bluegrass Music at its best O'Neal Plaza in Historic Downtown Douglasville
Saturday, May 22nd 7 - 9 pm read more Location:		Spring Concert on the Plaza Featuring Doc Stovall & the Tumbleweed Cowboy Band Playing "America's music," western swing O'Neal Plaza in Historic Downtown Douglasville
Saturday, May 15th 11 am -5 pm Flyer (PowerPoint slides) View in Internet Explorer Flyer as a PDF Get Adobe Reader to read pdf. Link to MapQuest Location:		A  TASTE  FOR  DOUGLASVILLE  ARTS Tasty food from local restaurants Handmade Arts & Crafts by local creators Kids Story Reading Corner and Chalk Arts Contest & Entertainment all day by school choruses, karate demonstrations, CCO's Brass Quintet and more! O'Neal Plaza in Historic Downtown Douglasville
Saturday, May 8th 3 - 5 pm Link to MapQuest Location:		Spring Concert on the New Plaza! Featuring Amy Wilson & her band Presented in conjunction with the City's dedication of the rennovated O'Neal Plaza in Historic Downtown Douglasville
April, 2004	CAC's Spring Break Arts Camp is spotlighted on statewide web site.
Exhibit through April 30th Left to Right: Stephanie Smith, "Queen of Diamonds," lithograph - 2003 Debrah Santini, "2000...fine!," lithograph - 2000 Mariana Depetris, "Dream (Mercedes)," collograph, lithograph, linocut - 2004 Link to MapQuest   Location:		Three Georgia Women Printmakers: Prints, Illustrations & Artists Books by Stephanie Smith, Debrah Santini & Mariana Depetris Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street
April 22, 23 & 24, 7:30 pm April 23rd matinee, 2:30 pm Location: Link to MapQuest Flyer Admission:		Paulding Community Theatre Presents Plaza Suite by Neil Simon, directed by Carol Warren Grubstad Theater of Chattahoochee Technical College, Paulding Campus MapQuest address: Nathan Dean Blvd & Jimmy Campbell Pkwy, Dallas, GA 30132, US $7 adults, $5 seniors and children under 12 For more information:   Amanda at 770-316-4791
Saturday, April 17th 10 am - 4 pm Location: Link to MapQuest		Paulding Fine Arts "Affair on the Square" Fine Art, Food & Fun for the whole family! Entertainment provided by Paulding Community Theatre Courthouse Square (outdoors) in Dallas, GA Visit the Paulding Fine Arts Association website Made possible in part by the Grassroots Arts Program
Saturday, April 17th 6-9 pm Location: Link to MapQuest Admission:		Family Karaoke Night Hosted by the Douglas County Connection, a CAC Satellite Liberty Cafe (Douglas County Courthouse), 8700 Hospital Drive For more information call 770-920-8875 $10 adults, $2 children under 12 Proceeds benefit the Sandra Lovejoy Artistic & Literary Scholarship
Friday, April 9th 4-6 pm Link to MapQuest   Location:		The public was invited to see & celebrate the artistic achievements of the 47 children who participated in the CAC's first  "Spring Break Arts Camp" (a week-long arts exploration guided by five artists at Deerlick Park) Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street in Douglasville For more information: 770-949-ARTS (2787)
April 2 ~ 8pm April 3 ~ 8pm Location: Tickets:		WhistleStop Players Present Neil Simon's "Rumors" Friday & Saturday nights The Old Courthouse, 6754 West Broad Street $12/ $8 Seniors & Students at the door
March, 2004
In the Gallery... Opening reception was Sunday, Feb. 29th, 2-5 pm Link to MapQuest Location:		Youth Art Month Exhibition Showcasing works by Douglas County school students On view through March 31, 2004 200 young artists, family and their friends attended the reception hosted by F.A.M.E. Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street
March 26 & April 2 ~ 8pm March 27 & April 3 ~ 8pm March 21, 28 ~ 2:30 pm Location: Tickets:		WhistleStop Players Present Neil Simon's "Rumors" Friday & Saturday nights and Sunday Matinees The Old Courthouse, 6754 West Broad Street $12/ $8 Seniors & Students at the door
Saturday, March 27 12:30 - 3:30 pm Location: Link to MapQuest		Workshop for Grassroots and Satellite organizations: "The Art of Marketing"  was presented by Paul Pierce Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street Potential applicants to the Grassroots Arts Program should contact the GAP coordinator.
March 26, 27, 28 Dinner at 6:30, show at 8:00 Location: Note the change to: Fri., Sat., Sunday Link to MapQuest Link to poster PDF		Paulding Community Theatre presented... "End of Winter" comedy sketches performed by teen actors Higher Grounds Cafe in Citizen Square shopping center $15.00 ticket price includes dinner, drink and dessert Show info & tickets: Beverly Wilder at 404-583-6679 Menu info: Teresa McDonald at 770-505-5051 Teen improv workshops funded in part by the Grassroots Arts Program
Saturday, March 20th 10 am - 1 pm Location: Reservations/Tickets: read the press release You will need Adobe Reader Get Adobe Reader Tea with the Red Queen Croquet with Flamingo Mallets		The Annual "Mad Hatter's Tea Party" Fun for everyone, especially the very young Organized by the American Businesswomen's Association Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street $25 - 1st child & adult in your group, $15 for each additional child, $5 each additional adult Advance reservations required: 770-949-ARTS (2787) Tickets remain for the second seating only!
February, 2004 In the Arts Center Gallery... February 5th - 27th (gallery admission is free) Opening Reception was Feb. 7th Gallery Talk took place Feb. 8th Location: read the press release You will need Adobe Reader Get Adobe Reader Link to MapQuest		Black History & Culture Month Exhibit Collages and Prints by Romare Bearden America's Most Distinguished African-American Artist Works on loan from the Hammonds House Collection Gallery Talk by Hammonds House curator Kevin Sipp Exhibition sponsored by the Douglas County Connection with the support of the Fulton County Arts Council Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street  (770) 949- ARTS
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays February 13-15, 20-22, 27-29, 2004 Tickets: Link to MapQuest Location:		"A Streetcar Named Desire" by Tennessee Williams Directed by Bill Weight Presented by WhistleStop Players (formerly known as C.A.S.T.) Saturdays at 8:00 pm, Sunday matinees at 2:30 pm Tickets available at the door or reserve at the CAC  (770) 949- ARTS $12 admission/$8 seniors and students The Old Courthouse, 6754 West Broad Street, Douglasville
Friday, February 27th Show starts at 7pm Link to MapQuest Location: Tickets: Advance purchase:		"TRAILS  PLOWED  UNDER" Performance by Jim Dunham & Doc Stovall Presenting the life and work of acclaimed Western artist Charles Russell: a Russell-style painting is created by Jim Dunham, accompanied by Cowboy Balladeer of Georgia, Doc Stovall Live auction of cowboy art after the performance Mashburn Theater, Douglas County High School $12 each evening ($10 for CAC members, seniors and students) Two-show package $20 ($18 CAC members, seniors and students) Available at the Cultural Arts Center, 770-949-ARTS (2787)
Saturday, February 28th 7 - 9 p.m. Location: Tickets: read the press release see the poster You will need Adobe Reader Get Adobe Reader		8th Annual Cowboy Poets Gathering Featuring songs by Cowboy Envy & Colorado's Patty Clayton with Georgia Cowboy Poets Ray Barker and Jerry Warren Master of Ceremonies, quick-draw artist Jim Dunham Mashburn Theater, Douglas County High School $12 ($10 for CAC members, seniors and students) "Tall Tales" by Mary Rogers
January, 2004 In the Arts Center Gallery... January 8th - 30th Location:		"Isadora Duncan: Muse of Modernism" Exhibition organized by the Georgia Museum of Art On view at the CAC through January 30th (gallery admission is free) Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street Photograph of Isadora Duncan taken by Edward Steichen (1879-1973) read more
Saturday, January 17th Concert at 8 pm visit Gino's website Location: Tickets:		House Concert by Jeanne "Gino" Kinna Romantic piano music by candlelight in the gallery with chocolates & champagne Doors opened at 7pm, music began at 8 o'clock Reservations requested, but not required: 770-949-2787 Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street $10 per person, $8 for CAC members
December, 2003 Sunday, December 21th 3 - 5 p.m. Location:		Kwanzaa Celebration Hands-on workshop honoring the principle of Kuumba (Creativity) FREE - children must be accompanied by adults Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street
December 18, 19, and 20 7:30 pm Funded in part by the Grassroots Arts Program Location: Ticket info:		Paulding Community Theatre presents: "A Dickens' Christmas Carol" A laugh a minute tale of 7 classically trained actors trying to put on their annual Christmas production. Chattahoochee Technical College, Paulding Campus Call 678-363-8645 or 678-294-2419
In Gallery III...		Annual Student Holiday Card Exhibit Children's cards on view in Gallery III through December 19th Location: Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street Gallery admission is free.  Mon-Fri, 9-5  &  Sun. 1-5 Drive by any time to enjoy the holiday trees ~ decorated by local schools representing "Peace on Earth"
December 10th & 11th December 17th & 18th (Wednesdays & Thursdays) Location:		Christmas Luncheons ~ A Douglasville Holiday Tradition Enjoy a delightful meal with colleagues or family surrounded by fine art work in the gallery.  Reservations required: 770-949-arts (2787) Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street

November, 2003
In the gallery... through December 19th (gallery admission is free) Location: 2003 Purchase Award Digital photo © Larry Grams (click here for enlargement)		17th Annual National Juried Fine Arts Exhibition Juror:  Dr. Jerry Cullum, Senior Editor, Art Papers Magazine The reception was hosted by D.C. Art Guild, music provided by       pianist Amy Wilson and the Silver Chalice Flute Quartet Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street Read about the juror and the artists in this exhibit. Mississippi Saxophone by Rick McClung is one of the works included in the Juried Art Show at the Cultural Arts Center from November 6th through December 19th, the final exhibit of 2003.

Saturday, November 22 Morning and Afternoon sessions Pre-registration requested. 770-949-ARTS Location:	TELLABRATION - A Celebration of Storytelling Read more about it! House Resolution 373 declares November 16 to 22 "Georgia Storytelling Week!" Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street
Nov. 2, 9 & 16 Dinner Theatre Sunday evenings at Carollo's Doors open: 6pm, Show time: 7pm	C.A.S.T. presents "The Altos - Like the Sopranos, Only Lower" by David Landau, Music & Lyrics by Nikki Stern Directed by Andy Short, produced by special arrangement with MTG, Inc., Florham Park, New Jersey. Sunday Evenings - October 26, November 2, 9 & 16 - come join the Altos and company of Badda Bangs, as they attend the wake of Tony Alto and contracts are closed. Ticket Price: $30 - includes hors d'oeuvres, dinner, dessert, non-alcoholic beverage, tax and gratuity. Location: Carollo's Italian Restaurant, East Church Street Visit CAST's website.
October, 2003
In the Gallery... Visit the Sweetwater Camera Club website.	~Douglasville Celebrates Photography~ Affiliated with Atlanta Celebrates Photography Photography by members of Sweetwater Camera Club plus Judith Ann Nelson, Jennifer Julian and Douglas County Photojournalists Stephen Barrett, Thear Kirk Fraley, and Ben Crawford Exhibition continues through October 31, 2003 Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street Photos below by Kirk Fraley, Douglas Co. Sentinel
Friday, Oct. 24th 6 - 10 p.m. Annual Event on O'Neal Plaza And the winners are:	Annual Chili Cook-off Delicious chili and entertainment for the whole family Taste chili recipes from local "celebrities" and support the Cultural Arts Center's programs for the community. Best Tasting: the Bucklands "disco chili" <<< pictured in left column Best Presentation: Atlanta West Jewelry Most Sold (by almost 200 votes): Atlanta West Hair
Oct. 10th, 11th & 12th Friday eve - Sunday Saturday 10 -6 Sunday 1-6 Tickets at the gate: Location:	Pioneer Days at Clinton Nature Preserve Festival of history and crafts with demonstrations & refreshments $4/car admission for CAC members $5/car for non-members All-weekend pass! (half goes to the Clinton Nature Preserve) Ephesus Church Road off Post Road
September, 2003
In the Gallery... Exhibit on view through September 26, 2003 M-F, 9-5 & Sun 1-5 (free) Visit Joe & Monica Cook's website.	Wildlife Paintings & Natural Landscape Photography Painter Henry Patton & photographer Joe Cook AT THE OPENING (Thursday, Sept. 4th): Jim Wilson, President, Alanta Audubon Society "Birds of Prey" demonstration by Monteen McCord Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street 770-949-arts(2787)
Saturdays Evenings Music 6 - 8 p.m. CAC Fall Concert Series with film festival! Because O'Neal Plaza is under rennovation, the CAC's fall outdoor concert series took place at... Douglas County Courthouse on Hospital Drive	"M u s i c a l   L i c k s  &   C l a s s i c a l   F l i c k s   on the C o u r t h o u s e   B r i c k s" September 6th: DeLuxe Vaudeville Orchestra ~ DVO website 50's Era Big Band Music and "Pajama Game"  staring Doris Day September 13th: Doc Stovall and the Cowboy Band Western Swing and "McClintock!"  staring John Wayne & Maureen O'Hara September 20th: Barry Richmond Sophisticated Jazz and "Charade"  starting Cary Grant & Audrey Hepburn September 27th, 6-7pm: Joyce & Jacque and 7-8pm:  Diane Elam "To Kill A Mockingbird"  staring Gregory Peck Did you let the rain clouds keep you away? You missed a great show!
August, 2003 In the Gallery...	Atlanta Artists Center Traveling Show Exhibition on view through August 29, 2003 at the Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street Admission to the gallery is always free.   School tours available.
Grassroots Workshops offered in August (free)	Arts Projects taking place in Douglas or Paulding County between October 1, 2003 and June 30, 2004 may be eligible for funding through the Grassroots Arts Program.  Read more here.
July 2003 In the gallery... Oil & Acrylic Paintings by Marjorie Foster & Jay Marsh On view through July 31, 2003   View more paintings by Jay Marsh (click here) Read Jay's Resume (click here) Read Marjorie Foster's bio & statement (click here)	"Myriapod" by Jay Marsh

Sunday, July 20th, 2-4 pm
Ice Cream Social - special event for CAC members!
Ice Cream donated by our friends at Cold Stone Creamery on Chapel Hill...yummmmmmmmmmmmm!

"Sweetwater" plays bluegrass music while Allen Culpepper captures the fun on film.

June 2003 In the gallery... Watercolors by Carol Collins, Betty Norton & Jan Ross Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street Exhibition closed June 27, 2003 For more information, click on the image:
May, 2003 In the Gallery... Oil Paintings by Anne T. Nielsen Stained Glass by Mack Porter On view May 1st - 29th in the CAC gallery M-F, 9-5 & Sun 1-5
Saturday, May 3rd - "Taste for Douglasville Arts" Food & Fun, Arts & Crafts, Kids Korner Entertainment at O'Neal Plaza in Historic Downtown Douglasville	Many thanks to our terrific sponsors! Many thanks to everyone who participated: Over 25 local restaurants serving up tasty treats Children's arts workshops Arts & Crafts vendors Entertainment from local schools State Foster Care campaign visited in the morning. Tickets were sold on the Plaza for 50 cents each, to be exchanged for menu tastes & children's activities. In addition to corporate sponsorships, ticket sales raised funds for the CAC's educational programs in the schools, spring and fall concerts on the Plaza, gallery exhibitions, and more for our community.

Saturdays, May 10, 17 & 24, 7 - 9 pm
Spring Concerts on the Plaza provided free entertainment for the whole family!
O'Neal Plaza in Historic Downtown Douglasville
May 10th: Doc Stovall & Tumbleweed Cowboy Band
May 17th: Joyce & Jacque, Urban Folk music
May 24th: Vientos del Pueblo, music of the Andes

For directions to O'Neal Plaza for the events, visit mapquest.com and use this address:
6701 Church St
Douglasville, GA
30134-1717, US

Saturday, May 31st the CAC was proud to present a One Day Special Exhibit of
Ancient Middle Eastern Artifacts from the Holmes Collection
Gallery talk at 2 pm by Dr. Y. Lynn Holmes
"Object Lessons: What We Can Learn from Ancient Middle Eastern Artifacts Today"

In the Gallery... April, 2003

The opening reception was Thursday, April 3rd
Pastels by Margaret Dyer & Sculpture by Mary Barkis
Exhibition closed April 27, 2003

March 7 & 8, 2003 ~ Glen Road Irish Trio
performed in Douglas County schools and at the Downtown Conference center

Mike Dugger plays tenor banjo and guitar, tells humorous tales, and sings in a voice described as "mellow, assured and engaging." He started his musical career when he and Roger Landes formed the group, "Scartaglen," that earned renown as one of America's finest bands playing Irish traditional music. He has recorded numerous CD's of traditional Celtic and original music.

Turlach Boylan plays flute, tin whistle and tenor banjo. He grew up on a farm in County Derry, Ireland, the oldest of seven children. He rose to competition-winning status as a musician in Ireland before moving to America. He is an engineer and computer programmer in addition to being the founder of Big Plain Records, a label which promotes Irish Traditional Music in the US and Canada. His performance on the flute has been called "world class."

Greg Brown plays fiddle, guitar, Anglo Concertina and Button Accordion. He left Newfoundland when he was fourteen and grew up in Alberta, Canada. After earning a degree in electrical engineering, he became a full-time musician and teacher. A founding member of "Shindigo" in Ottawa where he now lives, Greg is featured on Nicholas Williams' 2001 release The Crooked River and has performed with Irish whistle player Frank Cassidy, the great English-born Canadian singer and concertina player Ian Robb, and the Ottawa-based Cajun group, "Ball and Chain."

A DANCER TOO!

Many thanks to Glen Road for bringing a dancer along to complement their performance! Lisa Hunt has been studying Irish step dance for six years in Virginia Beach, VA, under the tutelage of Heather Mailey-Esposito. She also studies each summer in the Boston College Gaelic Roots program. Her love of traditional Irish music combined with the Riverdance phenomenon renewed her interest in dance after a long respite from her 15 years of ballet training. She has toured extensively, performing with the Chieftans and other groups, and joined the cast of Common Ground for its 2002 season.

Natalie Jones has charmed the audience two years in a row at the November Tellabration! storytelling festival.

Nationally Renown Cowboy Poets Gather in Douglasville!

The Cultural Arts Council of Douglasville/Douglas County was pleased to sponsor the 7th Annual Georgia Cowboy Poets Gathering at the Mashburn Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of the Douglas County High School on March 1st at 7 p.m. Showcasing award-winning cowboy poets from around the U.S., this special event is presented by COPAS Productions with special support from the Booth Western Art Museum, a new cultural facility in Georgia. Cowboy Gathering performers also performed in six Douglas County elementary schools on Friday, February 28th, and they celebrated cowboy life with more songs, stories and poetry at Borders Books at the Arbor Place Mall on Friday from 6 until 9 p.m.

The 7th Annual Georgia Cowboy Gathering highlighted the talents of the Academy of Western Artists Cowgirl Poet of the Year, Debra Coppinger Hill from Oklahoma, who shared the original cowboy poetry and stories that garnered her the Will Rogers Award for Excellence in Western Poetry; Western yodeling champion Rick Felix, an Arizona-based Celtic cowboy whose music has won many Western Music Association awards; and cowboy poet and renowned chuckwagon cook John Schaffner who performs regularly at WestFest and other events across the United States. Founders of the Georgia Cowboys Poets Association, Jerry Warren and Joel Hayes presented original poems and songs along with classic pieces by traditional and contemporary cowboy poets. The Tumbleweed Trio added their own special brand of upbeat cowboy and Western music to the show.

Nominated as the Southwest Nighthawks Entertainer of the Year, Gathering producer Doc Stovall has been honored by the Georgia Senate as the Official Balladeer of the State of Georgia. The Georgia Senate has also recognized Jerry Warrren as the Official Cowboy Poet of the State of Georgia. Arizona native Jim Dunham, known for his trick shooting and quick draw, served as Master of Ceremonies for the evening. Tickets for the Saturday evening main stage event were $12 at the door and $10 in advance.

EXHIBIT OF WESTERN ART

In conjunction with the Cowboy Gathering, selected works - bronze sculpture, vintage movie posters and limited edition prints -- from the permanent collection of the Booth Western Art Museum were displayed at the Cultural Arts Center of Douglasville/Douglas County in a special three-day exhibition on Friday, February 28th, 6 until 9 pm; Saturday, March 1st, 1 until 5 p.m., and Sunday, March 2nd, 1 until 6 pm. The Booth Western Art Museum, the event's major sponsor, opens the doors of its 80,000 square foot facility featuring 300 works of primarily 20th century Western art in Cartersville during 2003. The CAC's exhibit previewed its holdings. (For more information, visit www.boothmuseum.org.)

February, 2002: The Georgia Cowboy Poets presented the sixth annual Georgia Cowboy Poetry Gathering to celebrate the cowboy lifestyle in music and epic poetry (made popular by Baxter Black on NPR) on Friday, February 22nd and Saturday, February 23rd. Friday's line-up features Cowboy Envy, the popular all-girl group from Decatur, along with Hank Mattson, Mike and Maggie Beville from Kentucky, and Georgia poets. Saturday's line-up brings in the Sisters of the Silver Sage from Tennessee along with John Schaffner from Colorado and perennial favorites Jerry Warren, Ray Barker, and Doc Stovall. The tickets are $10 in advance (available M-F at the Cultural Arts Center, 8652 Campbellton Street) or $12 at the door; $15 in advance for a two-night ticket. Location: Mashburn Theatre on the campus of Douglas County High School, Campbellton Street in Douglasville.

A free "open mike" session will be held on Saturday afternoon from noon - 5PM at Borders Books in Arbor Place Mall for aspiring cowboy poets to try out their skills, and a "jam session" for performers and audience alike will follow Saturday night's show.

For info on other events like this in the region, log onto Southern Festivals.

In January of 2004, our teaching artists offered demonstrations & mini-workshops to help you decide which classes & workshops to take!  If you missed the Cultural Arts Center's special registration weekend,  call the CAC for information at 770-949-2787  weekdays, 9 am - 5 pm or Sundays 1-5 pm.
Or use this link:    Show me current classes.

Classes offered by the CAC that you might have missed:

PHOTOGRAPHY with JENNIFER JULIAN

Meet the Instructor

Creative Photography for Young People

(for students 10 – 15 years old)
Tuesdays, 4 - 6 pm
3/22/2005 - 5/3/2005

We will learn what it means to see with your camera; how to express yourself through photography. There will be classes on the fundamentals of art (composition, shape, line and form, etc.) and how they apply to photography, weekly assignments and group critiques. This class is about possibilities, not boundaries!!
$110 for six sessions (no class April 5th)

INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING, PAINTING & CARTOONING with PAM KELSEY

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(for students 9 - 12 years old)
Fridays, 4 – 5:30 pm
4/15 – 5/20/2005

Children will join one of Hunter Park's most popular instructors for a creative experience – drawing with charcoals, pastel and pens, painting with watercolor and tempera, and learning about cartooning, telling a story in pictures. Elements of composition, color, texture and scale will be explored.
$60.00 for six sessions including all materials

BEGINNING IN CLAY with HELEN HEDWIG

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(for students 7 - 10 years old)
Tuesdays, 4 -5:30 p.m.
4/12 - 5/16/2005

Helen Helwig's students will learn a variety of sculpture and hand-building techniques using stoneware clay. This is a fun and easy class with a material (clay) that is exciting and satisfying to use. We will create slab bowls with textural and stamping techniques. We will create small sculptures using modeling and carving methods. Small jewelry pieces and beads are easy to make using these clay techniques. After the pieces are created and dried, they will be fired in a kiln. Then the students will learn glazing techniques to finish their clay pieces.

$60 for the six-week session includes materials

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN DOUGLASVILLE MURALS with JOE FALLIGAN

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(for students 11 - 17 years old)
Wednesdays, 5 - 6:30 pm
4/13 - 5/17/2005

Learn how to paint murals working from historical photographs of our hometown with expert illustrator Joseph Falligan. The series of murals created by participating young artists will be installed in vacant storefronts of the historic downtown district in a project sponsored by the Downtown Development Authority.

$30 for the six-week session including all materials

DECORATIVE DESIGN IN MULTIMEDIA with MACK PORTER

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(for senior citizens)
Mondays, 10 - 11:30 am
4/11 - 5/15/2005

Participating seniors will learn about decorative design and select projects from a variety of mediums including floorcloths (painted canvases used as small area rugs), stained glass window medallions and other crafts from Mack Porter. Designs and drawings will emphasize repetition, color schemes, historical styles and composition to create a wonderful unique art object.

$30 for six sessions including all materials

* The classes at Hunter Park and Jessie Davis Park are supported by a Fast Track grant from the Georgia Council for the Arts awarded to the Douglasville Department of Parks and Recreation and cosponsored by the Cultural Arts Council of Douglasville/Douglas County.

Spring Break Arts Camp offered at Deerlick Park - April 4 - 8, 2005

STILL POINT YOGA WITH STEPHANIE PEARCE

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The focus of this class is on opening the body and using breath to anchor the mind. Mostly floor work with an emphasis on holding poses longer, allowing for deeper releases. Suitable for all levels of ability, using a non-competitive and gentle approach. Sticky mats are recommended for class with blankets and straps provided.

Wednesdays, April 14 – May 12, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Adult Beginners Class
$75.00 for 6 sessions

PARTNERS STRETCH CLASS

This class is a wonderful opportunity to find some "time to connect" with your spouse or loved one. It is for all ability levels and a good introduction to yoga. Wine, cheese, fruit and various refreshments will be provided at the end of class.

Friday, March 26th , 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Adult Couples Class
$25.00 per couple

CARTOONING & COMIC BOOK DRAWING
WITH JOE FALLIGAN

Meet the Instructor

Introduction to Comic Book Illustration, Animation & Cartooning

Learn how to draw your favorite action heroes, create your own cartoon characters, and find out how to tell a story with pictures in this exciting drawing adventure taught by an expert illustrator who is one of our favorite heroes at CAC!

Thursdays, April 15 –May 20,  4:30 - 6 p.m. for students 7 - 11 years old;
Thursdays, April 15 –May 20, 6 - 8 p.m. for ages 12 & older
$75 for 6 sessions (includes all materials).

PHOTOGRAPHY WITH JENNIFER JULIAN

Meet the Instructor

Beginning Photography for Adults

This class is for beginners only. Learn how to use your camera with manual controls. There will be assignments and critiques in a friendly atmosphere. There will be no more than 8 participants in each class. Each student should bring a 35 mm camera to first class; the camera should have manual controls. You may use color, slide or black & white film.

Tuesdays, April 20 – May 25, 7 - 9 p.m., Adult Beginners Class
$110 for 6 sessions (does not include the cost of film, processing and prints)

The Art of Photography

This class is for beginners and intermediate students. There will be assignments and critiques in a friendly atmosphere. Students will learn the basics of art as they pertain to photography. A mini History of Photography slide show will be presented and on the second and fourth classes students will be going on field trips to look at Fine Art Photography venues around the Atlanta area. Each student should bring a 35 mm camera to first class. There will be no more than 8 participants per class.

Saturdays, June 19 – July 31, 10 a.m. – noon,  Adult Beginners and Itermediate
(There will be no class on July 3rd)
$110 for 6 sessions (does not include the cost of film, processing and prints)

PAINTING WORKSHOP WITH RICK MCCLUNG

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Whether you are a beginner or an experienced painter, whether you work in acrylics or oils, this one-day painting studio class will offer an overview of composition and technique with individual instruction based on your level of expertise from a master realist. Workshop held at the Wynn Building next door to the Cultural Arts Center. No more than 8 participants per workshop.

Saturday, March 13 or April 10, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.,  adults and advanced high school students
(Date can be flexible to accommodate participants.)
$60 for one-day workshop (byo supplies).
Suggested supply list available - contact Rick at ridamarick@netscape.net.

STAINED GLASS WITH MACK PORTER

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Adults and advanced high school students will learn how to design and create a stained glass panel with individualized assistance during this excellent introduction to the art of stained glass. Class held at the Wynn Building next to the Cultural Arts Center.

Saturdays, March 13 – April 17, 10 am - noon
Saturdays, June 12 – July 17, 10 am - noon
$75 for 6 sessions (plus materials - estimated cost $75 - $100
depending upon the colors and size of your design)

GUITAR WITH KEITH SULLIVAN

Keith Sullivan offered introductory classes for beginning musicians and intensive sessions for more advanced students. Keith often performs with Atlanta Symphony violinist Adam Crane, as well as with guitar ensembles. With a Masters Degree in Music Theory and guitar performance from the University of Louisiana at LaFayette, Keith Sullivan has taught at colleges throughout the Southeast and currently directs the guitar program at Snead State in Boaz, Alabama. Having won several awards, founded and directed various guitar symposia, and been a guest lecturer/performer in invitational workshops, Keith's passion for and dedication to music is always evident.

Students learned to play a few songs, the rudiments of reading music for the guitar and a modest chord vocabulary during the first six sessions.  Those who continued for the second session also explorde various musical styles and the history of the guitar as well as learning how to arrange their own songs, build to intermediate chords, and finger style technique. $120.00 for 6 sessions (included all materials).

Learn more about this accomplished musician at Keith's website.

MIXED MEDIA FOR CHILDREN
WITH MARIANNA DEPETRIS

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The Artist Within: An Introduction to the Visual Arts for Children

Encourage your child to explore his or her creative self - and discover the artist within. Students will experiment with clay, paper, paints and inks. We will concentrate on learning art techniques based on famous artists whose works have a childlike quality. Students ages 7 - 9 will consider the works of Romare Bearden, Pablo Picasso, Louise Nevelson, Antonio Giacometti, Helen Cordero and the storytelling figures, Henri Matisse & Joan Miró.

Mondays, January 19 - February 23, 4 - 5:30 p.m., students 6-8 years old
$75 for the 6-week session (includes all materials)

Paper Capers: Papermaking & Printmaking for Children

Making handmade paper is wonderful, wet fun! Students will use recycled materials and plant fibers to make unique sheets and shaped pieces of paper by hand. They will explore basic printmaking techniques (block and relief printing) to create artworks, designs, cards and decorations with their handmade papers.

Wednesdays, January 14 - February 25, 6 - 7 p.m., students 9 - 12 years old
$85 for the 7-week session (includes all materials)

Art with Rhythm: Making Music & Art for Young Children

Students will learn the art of making percussion and musical instruments. Activities planned include creating a sound machine, making drums and other rhythmical instruments, playing musical games, and recording improvisations while working with tempera, ink, pencils, thread, paper, wire, wood and clay.

Wednesdays, January 14 - February 18, 10:30 a.m. - noon, students 4 - 6 years old
$75 for the 6-week session (includes all materials)

Totally Art for Toddlers: Creativity for the Very Young

Colors and lines, shapes and textures, and designs and decorations will be explored in various media by the youngest artists under the creative guidance of teaching artist Mariana Depetris.

Thursdays, January 15 - February 19, 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon, students 4 - 6 years old
$75 for the 6-week session (includes all materials)

MANNERS ARE FUN!
(FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS)
WITH MARY ANN FRANKLIN

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Manners for Tots: More than Please and Thank You!

Even little ones can learn and enjoy how to be nice and do things right with Mary Ann Franklin who has an education degree, experience teaching with the Montessori Method, and the magic touch with the very young.

Tuesdays, February 3rd & 10th, 10 - 11 a.m.,  students 3 - 5 years old
$35 for two sessions includes all materials

Manners for Kids: What Every Child Needs to Know

Let Mary Ann Franklin teach your child good manners in a fun, interactive way. Grooming, etiquette and table manners will be the focus in this memorable experience. The last class is always a dinner party!

Tuesdays, February 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th, 6 - 8 p.m.,  students 6 - 8 years old
$85 for 4 sessions (includes the cost of the graduation dinner)

Manners for Teens: How to Succeed & Enjoy It!

Knowing what to do and when to do it can help promote self-esteem and self-confidence as it improves social graces. Grooming, etiquette and table manners will be the focus in this fun-filled, learning experience. The last class is always a dinner party!

Sundays, February 1, 8, 15 & 22nd , 4 - 6 pm,  students 13-16 years old
$85 for 4 sessions (includes the cost of the graduation dinner)

Manners Workshop for Adults: How to Succeed in the Real World

Learn the New Etiquette, 21st century protocols for casual and corporate events. Understand appropriate social behaviors including introductions, communications, business and personal entertainment, food and service, and dressing for the occasion by our local expert who makes knowing the right way fun for everyone.

Thursday, February 19th, 7 - 10 p.m.,  students 21 years and older
(Date is flexible and can change to accommodate participants.)
$45 for the one evening seminar includes all materials and handouts.

HENNA DESIGN WORKSHOP
WITH KARLA DUKE

From Sanskrit to English, this ancient body art at one time flourished from China to Spain. Today, the western world is enjoying the mystique and beauty of this traditional "temporary tattoo" that is fun, painless and steeped in 9,000 years of history. This three-hour seminar will explore the history, traditions, making and application of henna. Please forgo any kind of lotion on your hands and feet, as we will be practicing henna on these areas. All materials will be included and you will receive a take-home kit of henna. Workshop is limited to 20 people, so sign up early.

Saturday, October 25th, 2-6 pm, for teens and adults
$45 for one full workshop session (includes all materials)

Visit Karla's web site to learn more about her.

DRAMA FOR KIDS & TEENS
WITH DIANE ELAM

This course is led by actress, director, singer and songwriter Diane Elam (who recently moved to Paulding County from Alabama).  Diane will demonstrate and teach acting techniques in comedy, improvisation, the classics (such as Shakespeare), musical theater and poetry.

Wednesdays, September 10 - October 15th, 4:30 - 6 pm for students 7 - 12 years old
Wednesdays, September 10 - October 15th, 6 - 8 pm for students 13 and older
$85 for 6 sessions (includes all materials)

Wednesdays, November 5 - December 10th, 4:30 - 6 pm for students 7 - 12 years old
Wednesdays, November 5 - December 10th, 6 - 8 pm for students 13 and older
$85 for 6 sessions (includes all materials)

CARTOONING & COMIC BOOK DRAWING
WITH JOE FALLIGAN

Meet the Instructor

Introduction to Comic Book Illustration, Animation & Cartooning

Learn how to draw your favorite action heroes, create your own cartoon characters, and find out how to tell a story with pictures in this exciting drawing adventure taught by an expert illustrator who is one of our favorite heroes at CAC!

Thursdays, September 4 - October 9,
4:30 - 6 p.m. for students 7 - 12 years old;
6 - 8 p.m. for ages 13 & older
$65 for 6 sessions (includes all materials).

Thursdays, November 4 - December 11,
4:30 - 6 p.m. for students 7 - 12 years old;
6 - 8 p.m. for ages 13 & older
$65 for 6 sessions (includes all materials).

PHOTOGRAPHY WITH JENNIFER JULIAN

Meet the Instructor

Beginning Photography

This class is for beginners only.  Learn how to use your camera with manual controls.  There will be assignments and critiques in a friendly atmosphere.

Tuesdays, September 16 - October 21, 7 - 9 p.m.
$110 for 6 sessions, plus the cost of film, processing & prints.

Photography for Middle Schoolers

Young people, ages 11 - 14, can have fun and learn a creative approach to photography with an easy step by step instruction to learning basic technical skills under Jennifer Julian's expert tutelage. This is another class that teens never forget and can use all of their lives! No more than 8 participants per class.

Saturdays, January 17 - February 21, 10 a.m. - noon,  students 11 - 14 years old
$110 for 6 sessions (does not include the cost of film, processing and prints)

Art of Photography

This class is for those with beginning or intermediate skills.  It is for those who want to explore the creative side of photography.  There will be assignments, critiques and guidance in a friendly atmosphere as well as a chance to visit Atlanta galleries to see outstanding examples of fine art photography. We will meet at CAC and carpool to Atlanta to see photography exhibits.

Thursdays, September 18 & 25, October 9 & 23, 7 - 9 p.m.
Classes will also be held at CAC on two Saturdays, October 4 & 18.
$110 for 6 sessions (plus the cost of film, processing, prints, museum entry & lunch).

PAINTING WITH RICK MCCLUNG

Meet the Instructor

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced painter, whether you work in acrylics or oils, this painting studio class will offer an overview of composition and technique with individual instruction based on your level of expertise from a master realist at the Wynn Building of the Cultural Arts Center.

Tuesdays, September 2 - October 7, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
$110 for 6 sessions (byo supplies)
Tuesdays, November 4 - December 9, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
$110 for 6 sessions (byo supplies).
Suggested supply list available - contact Rick at ridamarick@netscape.net.

STAINED GLASS WITH MACK PORTER

Meet the Instructor

Adults including advanced high school students will learn how to design and create a stained glass panel with individualized assistance during this excellent introduction to the art of stained glass at the Wynn Building of the Cultural Arts Center.
S aturdays, September 6 - October 11, 10 a.m. - noon
$75 for 6 sessions (plus materials - estimated cost $75 - $100 depending upon the colors and size of your design)
Saturdays, November 8 - December 13, 10 a.m. - noon
$75 for 6 sessions (plus materials - estimated cost $75 - $100 depending upon the colors and size of your design)

PAINTED FLOORCLOTHS
WITH MACK PORTER

Learn how to design a painting for your floor! Used as an inexpensive decorative floor covering since Colonial times, painted floor cloths of the past usually featured floral or geometric designs. Yours can be a very personalized touch for your home. Students will work with acrylic paint on cotton canvas. Even a novice can succeed!

Wednesdays, November 5 - December 10th, 7 - 9 pm
$75 for 6 sessions (plus $20 materials fee due at first class)

TROUGH GARDENING WORKSHOP
WITH DIANNA SMEAL

Meet the Instructor

Learn how to make a trough planter like the ones found in old English gardens in two fun and easy workshop sessions.  In the first lesson you will learn the history of troughs in the garden and have hands-on experience in casting your own planter. In the second session, you'll learn techniques to give your trough the "aged" look and ideas for planting your new container. Wear old clothes and bring a pair of work gloves, a pair of rubber gloves and wire cutters.
Two workshops will be offered this fall:

Tuesday & Thursday, September 16 & 18, 10 am - noon
- or -
Tuesday & Thursday, October 7 & 9, 7 - 9 p.m.
$35 registration fee (plus a $20 materials fee made payable to instructor).

GUITAR WITH KEITH SULLIVAN

Meet the Instructor

Students will learn to play a few songs, the rudiments of reading music for the guitar and a modest chord vocabulary during the first six sessions.  Those who continue for the second session will also explore various musical styles and the history of the guitar as well as learning how to arrange their own songs, build to intermediate chords, and learn finger style technique.

Adult Beginners Class,  Wednesdays, September 3 - October 8, 8:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Young Adult Beginners Class,  Sundays, August 30 - October 12 (no class September 7), 3- 4 p.m.
$122.50 for 6 sessions (includes all materials).
Adult Beginners Class,  Wednesdays, November 5 - December 10, 8:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Young Adult Beginners Class,  Sundays, November 9 - December 14 (no class on September 7), 3- 4 p.m.
$122.50 for 6 sessions (includes all materials).

Learn more about this accomplished musician at Keith's website.

CERAMICS & WORKSHOPS
WITH PEGGY CLINE

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Hand building with Clay for Children
Students (3rd graders and up) will learn the art of hand building with clay, using the pinch, coil and slab methods of construction. Classes will include 5-16 students at the Wynn Building of the Cultural Arts Center.

Tuesdays, September 2 - October 14, 4:30-6 p.m.
$110 for 6 sessions plus a $20 fee for clay and glazes (due at the first class).

Tuesdays, November 4 - December 9, 4:30-6 p.m.
$110 for 6 sessions plus a $20 fee for clay and glazes (due at the first class).

Hand building with Clay for Adults
Students will learn the art of hand building with clay, using the pinch, coil and slab methods of construction. Classes will include 5-16 students at the Wynn Building of the Cultural Arts Center.

Tuesdays, September 2 - October 14, 7 - 9 p.m.
$110 for 6 sessions plus a $20 fee for clay and glazes (due at the first class).

Tuesdays, November 4 - December 9, 7 - 9 p.m.
$110 for 6 sessions plus a $20 fee for clay and glazes (due at the first class).

Paper Sculpture Workshop for Teens & Adults
Students will learn basic origami techniques and explore paper weaving, geodesic dome sculptures and more. Simple to complex projects will be taught with clear instructions and step by step help. Make an ornament, mobile or a decorative sculpture. Classes will include 5-16 students at the Wynn Building of the Cultural Arts Center.

Tuesday, October 21, 6 - 9:30 p.m.
$45 (all materials included).

Mask Making Workshop for Kids
Students (3rd graders and up) will make Iroquois mosaic masks and explore other mask making techniques with paint, feathers and other items. Everyone can make their own Halloween mask! Classes will include 5-16 students at the Wynn Building of the Cultural Arts Center.

Tuesday, October 28, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
$45 (all materials included)

Photography with Jennifer Julian - Saturday Photo Shoot Workshop

July 12th and July 19th (workshop fee: $110)

During this intensive workshop, students took a field trip for an on-site photo shoot on the first Saturday with photographer Jennifer Julian. On the second Saturday they reviewed and critiqued their work under her direction.

Visit Jennifer's  website to see her photographs and read her resume.

Raku Pottery with Mark Gammill
(Workshop fee: $125)

Did you play with mud as a kid? Whether novices or experienced potters, students enjoy learning about the ancient Japanese craft of Raku, one of the most interesting forms of pottery and ceramics. In Mark's class, students created works using hand-building and wheel-thrown techniques before participating in the wood-firing of their clay vessels and sculpture. Raku is an amazing art form where even ordinary pieces can become masterpieces during the mysteries of the ancient firing process.

For registration information, call 770-949-2787  weekdays, 9 am - 5 pm.

Call the CAC (770) 949-2787 or consult the local Sentinel and Neighbor newspapers for details on upcoming classes and events.  Become a member of the CAC and you'll receive invitions to the openings of CAC gallery exhibitions, which change each month. Exhibitions are free.

The programs of the Cultural Arts Center are supported in part by the City of Douglasville, the Douglas County Commission, and Georgia Council for the Arts through appropriations from the General Assembly. The Georgia Council for the Arts is a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.

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