ArtMatters Newsletter Volume 10 Issue 4 | April 2020

Hello! Thank you for opening our April ArtMatters Newsletter as we keep you informed about everything the ACCC has to offer. Please watch our website for updates on classes and events to see if the current health crisis necessitates we cancel or postpone.

ACCC Annual Meeting Statement

For those of you who missed our ACCC Annual Meeting March 10th, you can view the ACCC 2019 Annual Statement on our Membership page on our website at any time.

Mark Your Calendar

Saturday, April 25 Block Printing Class from 12-2:30pm
Friday, May 1 New Song Collective (to be determined)
Saturday, May 2 Mobile Phone Photography I Class 9-12pm
Saturday, May 16 Work in Progress Workshop 9-11am
Saturday, June 20 Viking Knit Bracelet Class10am-3pm
Saturday, July 18 Saami Bracelet Class 9am-3pm

Check our online Calendar for more events, classes and opportunities!
Arts Center Gift Shop and Gallery Hours Wed-Sat 9-5 (subject to volunteer availability)
Open extended hours for classes and special events
Per the MN Governor’s order to “Stay at Home” the ACCC Arts Center is closed until April 10, 2020. We anticipate opening Saturday, April 11, 2020 if allowed.

Upcoming Events

Literary Arts

First, we are pleased to announce that the Flash Fiction Contest winners are published on our ACCC website.  Please read and enjoy!  Link to the stories. Several winners pictured.

Our 2020 Poetry Contest is closed, and poems are being reviewed for awards. At this time, we are postponing the Poetry Celebration scheduled for April 28 in the Arts Center and Ruby’s Roost. We do not yet have an alternative date but hope to do something in May at which all those who entered will be invited to read, and ribbons will be awarded to winners.  Joyce Sutphen, Minnesota Poet Laureate and other judges will also read. Questions? Contact Susan Coultrap-McQuin at literary@artsofcarvercounty.org.

Interested in joining the Board of ACCC as the next Literary Liaison?  Please fill out a Board Member Application on our website.

Sprig of That Presents, Metro Blend – Twin Cities Composer Commissions May 22

Sprig Of That is a Minneapolis-based trio consisting of Isabel Dammann on violin, Kissy Bergmark on Tabla and llan Blanca on acoustic guitar. Performing both fresh arrangements of folk favorites and lush original works at the ACCC Arts Center on May 22 from 8-9pm. Tickets available at the door, $5, $10, $15, $20  Pay as you can afford. Steve Kelzer, Music Liaison, music@artsofcarvercounty.org. www.sprigofthat.com

ArtStock Art, Wine & Music Festival July 11 & 12

Join us at ArtStock Art, Wine & Music Festival and help us celebrate it’s 10th Anniversary! Held at Parley Lake Winery in Waconia, enjoy wine, live music and nature as you experience unique works of Art. Artists may apply at www.Zapplication.org. Email your questions to Barb Hone at festivals@artsofcarvercounty.org.

New Downloadable ACCC CDs Available

The Songwriters and Musicians of Carver County are proud to release all 5 Volumes of the Songwriters CD on Bandcamp. This site enables you to download these collections of original music from Carver County.  The proceeds will be used to promote the music scene in Carver County. You can purchase a physical CD at the Arts Center or via our website and we will mail it to you. Visit our CD page for details. Steve Kelzer, Music Liaison, music@artsofcarvercounty.org.

Two New Board Members

Kristin Lebben

Barb Hone

Please welcome back Barb Hone, helping out as our Festivals Liaison. Barb has served three terms as ACCC President and is looking forward to celebrating the 10th anniversary of ArtStock this July along with the 10th anniversary of the ACCC Barn Quilt project! We also welcome Kristin Lebben to the Board, she will be filling the role of our Press/Publications Liaison and working to highlight the ACCC, Artist Members and their artwork. We thank and appreciate our newest volunteers to the Board. If your’e interested in becoming more involved, please apply to be on the ACCC Board of Directors today.

Artist Membership Volunteer Benefit

The Board of Directors approved a new commission split for all artist members volunteering in the Gallery/Gift Shop!  As of 3/12/20, any artist member with artwork for sale at the Arts Center and who volunteers 6 hours or more in a given month at the Arts Center, will earn 70% commission on the sale of their work for that month. Win. Win. Visit us at artsofcarvercounty.org and sign up to volunteer today! We are always excited to add new artwork to our mix. See our How to Submit Art page for our Gift Shop or the Exhibitions at the Arts Center page to register for future shows.

We so appreciate our members and continue to plan creative ways to connect your art with our supportive community. Please watch your email for renewal notices and be sure to keep your membership current so can continue to serve you. Thanks so much! Email your membership questions to Beth Billstrom at membership@artsofcarvercounty.org.

Volunteer Opportunities with the ACCC

The Arts Consortium of Carver County Volunteers are still working behind the scenes even though the Arts Center is temporarily closed until April 10, 2020. Volunteer and work to bring the arts to the people of your community. We seek a wide range of strengths and talents, art experience not required. Join Us!

Volunteer Opportunities

Thank you for reading our ArtMatters Newsletter April 2020 issue

Be safe everyone!