flash fiction contest

Flash Fiction Call for Submissions by February 23, 2019

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“Flash Fiction” Contest… a VERY short story

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

This is a call for submissions for the 2019 flash fiction contest sponsored by the Arts Consortium of Carver County (ACCC). Participants do not need to be residents of Carver County or members of the ACCC.

The theme for the 2019 Flash Fiction Contest is A SURPRISE DISCOVERY. Stories must be 600 words or less.

Date
Contest begins Jan. 1, 2019

Deadline for Submissions
February 23, 2019

Details
The theme’s three words, A SURPRISE DISCOVERY,  do not have to be used in the body of the story.

All entries must be submitted to: flashfiction@artsofcarvercounty.org.

  • Submit PDF files only. Hand written entries will not be accepted.
  • Give us your best new work.  We will not accept stories previously submitted to an ACCC flash fiction contest.
  • One story per entrant. We will consider the submission of a story as implied permission to publish the story on the ACCC website. Authors retain all other rights.
  • Entrants must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Judges will determine the top three entries. Winners will be announced prior to the ACCC Annual Meeting.

Remember, flash fiction should tell a complete story, with a clear beginning, middle and end. Entries should focus on one event or situation and involve only one conclusion, which should come as a shock, surprise or feeling of satisfaction. Try to limit the number of characters and set your story within a well-defined space. The theme for this contest should lend itself well to first-person narrative, though this is not a requirement. The essential quality of this genre is its limited scope which leads forcefully (yet logically) to an impact.

Program Fee
free to enter

Contact
Jim Kane, literary liaison, ACCC
flashfiction@artsofcarvercounty.org
952-448-4526

flash fiction contest

Barb Hone Shakespeare

William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet Class

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New Class Starting Tuesday, January 15, 10:30-11:30am

Barb Hone will teach an 8-week course on William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. This tragedy is the core of the class, but the class will also provide a capsulized history of drama: the worldview as the Middle Ages tumbled into the Renaissance; Shakespeare, the man, the playwright, the poet; and the culture of the Elizabethan Era.

The cost is $65/student and includes the book. Register by January 10, 2019.

Details and Registration is on our Classes page.

Questions, contact instructor Barb Hone.

After the class…

Romeo & Juliet

The ACCC’s first class in the new Art Center in Victoria just ended. The syllabus was completed; the students were enthusiastically engaged; and we were honored to have guest speakers, Poet Laurate, Dr. Joyce Sutphen and Dr. Walter Cannon. Their professional areas of expertise – the Renaissance and Shakespeare, respectively!

The final class was a “field trip” to Barb’s house for a potluck brunch, Zeffirelli’s movie, Romeo & Juliet and the following written testimonials: “A casual approach to what can be intimidating.” “Fantastic way to learn.” “Awesome and enriching, worthwhile!”

Classroom – art & community. Appreciation, sharing perspectives, research and laughter. “Parting is such sweet sorrow.”

Thanks, Barb Hone

writers read the holidays

Writers Read the Holidays on December 13, 2018

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Join Us!

Come share an evening of prose and poetry celebrating our winter holidays, whether it is Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Solstice, New Year’s or other holidays. Bring family and friends for an evening in the Arts Center in Victoria listening to pieces written by our local authors as they explore experiences and feelings.

If you are a writer yourself, please bring two or three short pieces to share in a round-robin format.

We will have holiday treats to eat and the Holiday Gift Show will be open to browse. We look forward to seeing you!

Program Location 
Arts Center, the “street” area adjacent to the ACCC Gallery
7924 Victoria Drive, Studio Level
Victoria MN

Date
Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018

Time
6:30-8:30 p.m.

Details
Listeners might hear a piece debating “Happy Holidays” versus “Merry Christmas,” warm poetic recollections or even this, from an Army veteran: I spent Christmas Eve 1969 in a below-ground sleeping hooch with mortar shells raining down on our firebase. Three other men huddled with me, and I have to confess it was impossible in those moments to embrace “Peace on earth, good will towards men.” One heavy shell exploded very close, knocking a music box my wife had sent me off the little shelf above my cot. It began playing “Silent Night,” an enormous incongruity as we waited for the next blast. It never came, as though divine command had interceded. We sat there amazed, listening to that tinkling box. And it was exactly what each one of us needed to hear.

Event Fee
Free

Contact Person
Jim Kane
jkanefabulousfiction@gmail.com
952-448-4526

writers read the holidays

Holiday Gift Show 2018

Holiday Gift Show and Grand Opening Night Invitation

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Join Us
for the Grand Opening of the Holiday Gift Show
at the Arts Center in Victoria
ALL ARE WELCOME

Thursday, November 15th
6:30 – 8:30pm
7924 Victoria Drive, Studio Level
Victoria MN

We are excited to announce our first annual Holiday Gift Show at the Arts Center. This show is a perfect opportunity to support a diverse collection of extremely talented local artists and purchase of one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted gifts. This year we are proud to have 30 artists and 8 authors who will have their work available. We have a wide selection of one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted gifts to purchase for friends and loved ones for the holidays. This is a free show and open to everyone. Come on by and bring your friends for some holiday shopping!

Show Dates
November 15 through December 24, 2018

Extended Arts Center Hours starting November 16 for this special shopping opportunity
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday 12-5pm
Saturday 9-5pm
See our website Calendar for additional evening hours

Event Contact Person
Deborah Barce
programs@artsofcarvercounty.org
646-229-0104

Holiday Gift Show 2018

Writers Read in Victoria

Writers Read in Victoria

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Call for Literary Artists and Invitation for the Public

Join us for a new program called Writers Read in Victoria. Local area writers gather to read their poetry and short prose. Light refreshments served.

Program Location
ACCC Arts Center
7924 Victoria Drive, Studio Level
Victoria, MN

Date
Oct. 25, 2018

Time
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

This is a Free Event

Contact Person
Jim Kane
jkanefabulousfiction@gmail.com
952-448-4526

 

Writers Read in Victoria

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Call for Artists for ACCC Members’ Show at Arts Center

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ACCC Members’ Show

Call for all member artists, in all genres, to represent their art form in the ACCC Arts Center in Victoria, MN. Event to take place during the Fall of 2018 to introduce the work to the public.

Information about eligible works can be found here:
https://artsofcarvercounty.org/exhibitions-at-arts-center/gallery-categories-requirements/

Hand in visual artworks with the paperwork found here:
(Artists Consent Form)
https://artsofcarvercounty.org/exhibitions-at-arts-center/

Program or Event Deadline
September 1, 2018. Installation time is September 5 from 12-3pm or by appointment.

Event Date/Hours
Open to the public during normal Arts Center hours which are Wednesdays and Thursdays 12-5pm, Fridays 12-3pm and Saturdays 9am-3pm.

Show Dates
September 10 to November 9
Artists’ Reception October 11, 6:30 to 8:30pm

Details
40% commission due to the ACCC following the sale of artworks.
Musicians, writers, performing artists, poets please contact us at programs@artsofcarvercounty.org to schedule a concert, reading or event.

Program or Event Fee
Free to attend

Contact Person
Courtney Miller Bellairs
programs@artsofcarvercounty.org
301-785-8655

Colors of Summer

COMING SOON… Colors of Summer Exhibit

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The Arts Consortium of Carver County (ACCC) is currently in the process of bringing our new physical space to life. We are pleased to announce we will be opening our new Arts Center in the Notermann Building in downtown Victoria at 7924 Victoria Drive, Studio Level, Victoria MN 55386.

While we are pulling our first exhibition together now, we will officially be opening later this month. Please drop in to see the very first look Colors of Summer, an exhibit of art created by members of our Board. We welcome you to visit us and join in the fun.

Also new for the ACCC is our ever-expanding gift shop which will have a focus on artist made goods. Talk with our volunteers and learn about class schedules and programs in our new space as well as future gallery exhibits open to Members. The Arts Center will have regular hours of operation along with our programming available on our website soon.

Contact Person
Courtney Miller Bellairs
programs@artsofcarvercounty.org
301-785-8655

Image Credit: #551 Chanhassen Nature Preserve C M Bellairs acrylic on board 12 x 12 inches

Arts Consortium of Carver County

Daniel O’Brien Author Talk

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Author Talk: Japanese Culture Slide Show/ Q&A and Book Signing with Daniel O’Brien

The first reading to be held at the new Arts Center in Victoria will be by Daniel O’Brien, local author and teacher. Daniel holds an MA in Advanced Japanese Studies, is creator of the Japan Series, “Exploring Japanese culture through mysteries” (www.japanseries.com). He is also founder the Authors Collective, and a member of the Chanhassen Library Writer’s Group since 2011. He has read and presented his work at coffee shops, literary centers, bookstores, and libraries around Minnesota. He teaches Medieval History and literature at Eagle Ridge Academy Classical Charter High School in Minnetonka, MN.

Wine and cheese will be available at the event.

Event Location
ACCC Arts Center
7924 Victoria Drive, Studio Level
Victoria MN

Date
June 15, 2018

Time/Hours
6:00 to 6:30 Social Time
6:30-7:30 Author Presentation, Japanese Culture Slide Show, and Q&A
7:30-8:00 Book Signing

Free Event!

Contact Person
Daniel O’Brien
dobrienmn@yahoo.com
952-448-0527

Sower Gallery Chaska MN

“Women’s Voices”

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"Malala" by Susan Shields

“Malala” by Susan Shields

“Women’s Voices” is an inter-generational art and writing show, from April 16th until May 31st. The show brings together work in many media and genres that speak about the experience of women at this time in out culture. About 30 artists/writers, aged 10-96 are represented.

Tapestry artist Susan Gangsei will also be in residence in the gallery during the show. Her residency was funded through the award of a grant from Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks the taxpayers of Minnesota and a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. She will be providing sessions on Tuesdays and Thursday from 10 AM to 1 PM beginning April 24th. These guided and interactive session will be planned especially for groups from senior care facilities, by appointment, but others are also welcome to attend.

An Artist’s Reception will be held on Saturday, April 21st from 7-9 PM, and will include wine, food, readings by writers/authors, music, and a drumming circle by a women’s drumming organization from St.Paul. The event is free and open to the public.

Event Location
The Sower Gallery, Shepherd of the Hill Church, 145 Engler Blvd., Chaska

Dates
Show: April 16th-May 31st
Residency: April 24th-May 31st Hours Tuesday and Thursday 10-1
Artist’s Reception: April 21st 7-9pm

Gallery Hours
Mon. and Fri. 10-2. Tues, Weds, Thurs. 10-5, Sat. 1-4, Sun. 10-12

Free Event

Contact
Susan Lince
sowergallery@yahoo.com
952-923-5222

More Information
www.spiritinthehouse.org      Facebook: The Sower Gallery

Image, “Malala” is by Susan Shields

Women's Voices at Sower Gallery

Call for Artists and Writers – Women’s Voices

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“Women’s Voices” at Sower Gallery is a show to lift up women’s experiences at this time in history. The show will include art by women, and writing by both men and women. An Artist’s Reception will be held on Saturday April 21st, from 7-9 PM.

For women: As we consider the climate of rapidly growing awareness about those things which we women understand and want to have understood about ourselves, submissions of art or writing should convey a message about what is significant to you as a woman at this time in our culture.

For men (allies with women in these times): women believe they know your heart and want to hear from you through your writing.

VISUAL ART: We are calling women artists of all ages to submit 2D and 3D works in any media for this inter-generational show. The number of submissions of art per artist is limited to 4, due to sharing gallery wall space in the show with writers.

WRITING: Submissions will be accepted of flash fiction, essay, reflections, memoir, and poetry, word limit 200. Please submit work electronically using Calibri, 20 pt. for readability, as accepted work will be displayed on walls and/or easels.

Event Location
Sower Gallery
Shepherd of the Hill Church
145 Engler Blvd., Chaska

Dates
April 16th-May 25th
Artist’s Reception Saturday April 21st, 7-9 PM

Time/hours
Gallery Hours:
Mon. 10-2
Tues. 10-5
Wed. 10-5
Thur. 10-5
Fri. 10-5
Sat. 1-4
Sun. 10-12
Reception Saturday April 21st, 7-9 PM

Event Deadline
All submission of art and writing are due by Mar. 23rd. All Artist’s contact information, statements, bios, labeling information are due by April 2nd

Details
Images and writing samples may be sent electronically to sowergallery@yahoo.com by the deadline. These will then be sent to jury members for both visual art and writing juries. Artists and writers will be notified of acceptance by March 31st.
Please email Susan for a more detailed prospectus.

Fee
$5 per artist or writer to defer costs of the reception and reproducing artist information materials. Fee will be collected at the time work is delivered for installation for “Women’s Voices” at Sower Gallery.

Contact Person
Susan Lince
sowergallery@yahoo.com
952-923-5222