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First Breath of Spring: Words & Music – Call for Artists – Mar. 28, 2023

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The Arts Consortium of Carver County is inviting all writers, poets, and songwriters to submit an original piece to an event called “The First Breath of Spring: Words and Music” using these prompts.

  • Tenderness (towards another, towards the earth etc.)
  • Mirrors (to the world, to the self, of feelings, etc.)
  • Home ( real, imaginary, positive, frightening, etc.)
  • Heart (metaphoric or real, feelings, hopes, etc.) and
  • Loss (people, objects, time, etc.)

Your piece should be under 5 minutes long. This will take place March 28th at 7pm at the Chaska Community Center Theater, 1661 Park Ridge Drive in Chaska.

If you have a poem you would like to have set to music or if you have a tune that could use some lyrics, we can help you work out a collaboration.

We will showcase the results in an evening of short stories, poems, and music.

Submit entries to info@artsofcarvercounty.org or contact Steve Kelzer 952 465 2384.

Submission deadline is March 20th.

 

SUBMISSION TYPE
Call for Artists/Submissions, Invitation for the Public

GENRE
Literary, Music

TITLE
“The First Breath Of Spring: Words and Music”

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
An Invitation for Writers, Poets  and Songwriters to come together for and evening of performances of original poems, short stories and music.

LOCATION/VIRTUAL DESCRIPTION
Chaska Community Center Theater
1661 Park Ridge Drive
Chaska Mn

DATE
March 28th, 2023

TIME
7 to 8:30pm

DEADLINE
(Exhibit Entry Deadlines should be 2 weeks PRIOR to the Exhibit Opening Date)
March 21st 2023

DETAILS
These are the prompt words for the performers to use.

Tenderness ( towards another, towards the self, towards the earth, etc.)
Mirrors ( to the world, to the self, of feelings, etc.)
Home, (real, imaginary, positive, frightening, etc.)
Heart ( metaphoric or real, feelings, hopes, etc.)
Loss ( people, objects, time, etc.)

FEE
Free, ($5 suggested donation)

CONTACT
Steve Kelzer
info@artsofcarvercounty.org
952 465 2384

 

 

Something Wicked – Oct. 13, 2022

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Join us for Something Wicked!

The theme is Something Wicked… a celebration of the dark, eerie and macabre, through the written word!

If you have questions about the event or would like to be included in it, please contact Jim Kane at somethingwickedreading@gmail.com.  We are looking forward to this evening’s celebration of the literary mind.

LOCATION
We have reserved one-half of the Brick City Banquet Room.

MAX NUMBER OF ATTENDEES/TICKETS
50

DATE
October 13th, 2022 – 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

TIME
Setup 6-7 p.m.
Program 7-8:30 p.m.
Cleanup 8:30-9 p.m.

DETAILS
This event is sponsored by the Literary Committee of the Arts Consortium of Carver County (ACCC) and is free and open to the public. Writers do not have to be members of the ACCC to participate.

Refreshments will be available.

FEE
free

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CONTACT
Jim Kane
somethingwickedreading@gmail.com
952-448-4526

Please submit your participation to somethingwickedreading@gmail.com with “Something Wicked” in the subject line to Jim.

 

 

Something Wicked – Call for Artists – Oct. 13, 2022

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Hey, writers, get your Halloween juices flowing by joining us around the metaphorical campfire to read your poems and scary stories in honor of All Hallows Eve and the spooky season!

The theme is Something Wicked… a celebration of the dark, eerie and macabre, through the written word!

If you have questions about the event or would like to be included in it, please contact Jim Kane at somethingwickedreading@gmail.com.  We are looking forward to this evening’s celebration of the literary mind.

LOCATION
We have reserved one-half of the Brick City Banquet Room.

MAX NUMBER OF ATTENDEES/TICKETS
50

DATE
October 13th, 2022 – 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

TIME
Setup 6-7 p.m.
Program 7-8:30 p.m.
Cleanup 8:30-9 p.m.

DEADLINE TO REGISTER
October 6th, 2022

DETAILS
Bring your original material to read or “wicked” poems and stories by your favorite authors. Readings should be less than five minutes each.

To register, send your name and title of the piece you will read to: somethingwickedreading@gmail.com

This event is sponsored by the Literary Committee of the Arts Consortium of Carver County (ACCC) and is free and open to the public. Writers do not have to be members of the ACCC to participate.

Refreshments will be available.

FEE
free

CONTACT
Jim Kane
somethingwickedreading@gmail.com
952-448-4526

Please submit your participation to somethingwickedreading@gmail.com with “Something Wicked” in the subject line to Jim.

 

 

August Inspirations – Aug. 4, 2022

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August Inspirations – Aug. 4, 2022

Calling all Musicians and Writers:  The Literary Committee and Music Committee of ACCC invite you to be part of an evening of music and literature entitled “August Inspirations” on August 4 in the Theater of the Chaska Community Center.  If you would like to read or perform, choose one of the following prompts for yourself and create a musical piece or a literary work related to that theme:  Farewell, The Meadow, Someday, or Forever.

The music can be an instrumental or a song.  The literary work can be in any genre.  Writers and musicians will perform only one piece and should limit their piece to no more than 5 minutes.  If you would like to participate, please notify us by email, including your name, the title of your piece, and the prompt you used no later than July 28.  The subject line of your email should be:  August Inspirations Submission.

If you have questions about the event or would like to be included in it, please contact Doug Munson at demunson@gmail.com.  We are looking forward to this evening of collaboration between musicians and writers.  We hope you will join us!

LOCATION
Theater, Chaska Community Center

DATE
August 4, 2022 – 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

DEADLINE
(Exhibit Entry Deadlines should be 2 weeks PRIOR to the Exhibit Opening Date)
July 28 to be included in the program

CONTACT
Doug Munson
demunson@gmail.com
952-443-3200

Please direct any email to demunson@gmail.com with “August Inspirations Submission” to Doug.

 

 

August Inspirations – Call for Artists – Aug. 4, 2022

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August Inspirations – Call for Artists, Aug. 4, 2022

Calling all Musicians and Writers:  The Literary Committee and Music Committee of ACCC invite you to be part of an evening of music and literature entitled “August Inspirations” on August 4 in the Theater of the Chaska Community Center.  If you would like to read or perform, choose one of the following prompts for yourself and create a musical piece or a literary work related to that theme:  Farewell, The Meadow, Someday, or Forever.

The music can be an instrumental or a song.  The literary work can be in any genre.  Writers and musicians will perform only one piece and should limit their piece to no more than 5 minutes.  If you would like to participate, please notify us by email, including your name, the title of your piece, and the prompt you used no later than July 28.  The subject line of your email should be:  August Inspirations Submission.

If you have questions about the event or would like to be included in it, please contact Doug Munson at demunson@gmail.com.  We are looking forward to this evening of collaboration between musicians and writers.  We hope you will join us!

LOCATION
Theater, Chaska Community Center

DATE
August 4, 2022 – 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

DEADLINE
(Exhibit Entry Deadlines should be 2 weeks PRIOR to the Exhibit Opening Date)
July 28 to be included in the program

CONTACT
Doug Munson
demunson@gmail.com
952-443-3200

Please direct any email to demunson@gmail.com with “August Inspirations Submission” to Doug.

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Celebration of poetry

Celebration of Poetry – April 11, 2022

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Celebration of Poetry – Call for Artists, April 11, 2022

Invitation to the Public for A Celebration of Poetry

April is National Poetry Month. The poets and writers of the Arts Consortium of Carver County are holding A Celebration of Poetry.  The public is cordially invited to attend.  Our celebration will be held on April 11 at the Shepherd of the Hill Presbyterian Church in Chaska at 6:30 pm.  Students and adults will read favorite poems written by themselves or other people and talk for a few moments about why they love writing and/or reading poetry.  Refreshments will be served.  If you are a poetry lover yourself or if you have always been curious about why people like poetry, do join us for our celebration.  We welcome you!

LOCATION/VIRTUAL DESCRIPTION
Shepherd of the Hill Presbyterian Church, 145 Engler Blvd, Chaska, MN 55318

MAX/MIN NUMBER OF ATTENDEES/TICKETS
N/A

DATE
April 11, 2022

TIME
N/A

FEE
Donations will be accepted for the event

CONTACT
Susan Coultrap-McQuin
poems@artsofcarvercounty.org
952-443-3200

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Celebration of Poetry – Call for Participation – April 11, 2022

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Celebration of Poetry – Call for Artists, April 11, 2022

Students and Adults are invited to participate in A Celebration of Poetry to be held at the Shephard of the Hill Presbyterian Church on April 11 at 6:30 pm.  If you would like to join the program as a presenter, please let us know (details below) and bring one poem you have written or bring someone else’s poem you love.  We will ask that you read the poem and then tell us in a few sentences what you like about writing and reading poetry.

If you wish to be a presenter, please let us know no later than Mon, April 4.  Send an email to poems@artsofcarvercounty.org.  Include the title of your poem, your name, and that of the author of the poem you will read if it is not yours.  You do not have to send the poem in advance.  Parents or teachers may submit the information for their students; if so, please include the student’s school and grade because we like to acknowledge their success.  We will prepare a program for what promises to be a memorable evening. The public will be invited.  We hope you will join the celebration!

LOCATION/VIRTUAL DESCRIPTION
Shepherd of the Hill Presbyterian Church, 145 Engler Blvd, Chaska, MN 55318

MAX/MIN NUMBER OF ATTENDEES/TICKETS
N/A

DATE
April 11, 2022

TIME
N/A

DEADLINE
April 4 to be part of the program

DETAILS
Potential presenters will email poems@artsofcarvercounty.org by Ap 4

FEE
Donations will be accepted for the event

CONTACT
Susan Coultrap-McQuin
poems@artsofcarvercounty.org
952-443-3200

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Youth Art Show 2022

Youth Art Show – Feb 9 – March 2, 2022

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Youth Art Show – 2022

The Youth Art Show opens on February 9th and runs through March 2. We are so proud of all of the student artists who have submitted for this show. Carver County truly has some very talented youth artists.

Featured in this show are student works that tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. This is one of the ways that we want to recognize and honor Black History Month at the Arts Consortium.

Additionally, we are featuring student works from the Integrated Arts Academy, Chaska High School Gender and Sexuality Alliance Group, and students from district schools.

LOCATION
ACCC Art Gallery
1661 Park Ridge Drive
Chaska, MN 55318
EXHIBIT DATES
Feb. 9, 2022 – Mar. 2, 2022

ARTISTS’ RECEPTION
Thursday, February 17th from 6:30-8:30 pm at the Arts Center.

We invite everyone to attend our Artists’ Reception on Feb. 17th to meet the young artists. Enjoy live music, wine, and light appetizers served throughout the evening. Invite your friends and neighbors to join in the fun of the evening.

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Youth Art Show 2022

 

Art Wander 2021

Art Wander – Open Studio Tour – Sept 24-26

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Art Wander o- Open Studio Tour – September 24-26

You’re Invited!
Wander Carver County on a self-guided tour of Art Studios. See the unique work of over 30 artists! From Potters to Weavers, Painters and Illustrators, Stained Glass Artists, Woodworkers, Sculptors, and Jewelers, come visit our many talented artists.

Enjoy a full weekend as you wander and see demonstrations of their work.  Artists welcome you into their homes and studios for you to explore their goods. Take home that special something you find or share as gifts to those you love.

LOCATION/VIRTUAL DESCRIPTION
Follow the Self Guided Map throughout Carver County and visit 15 studio locations.

MAX/MIN NUMBER OF ATTENDEES/TICKETS
N/A

DATE
September 24
September 25
September 26

TIME
Friday – 1 pm to 7 pm
Saturday – 9 am to 6 pm
Sunday – 11 am to 4 pm

FEE
Free

DETAILS
Enjoy a full weekend as you wander and see demonstrations of their work.  Artists welcome you into their homes and studios for you to explore their goods. Take home that special something you find or share as gifts to those you love.

CONTACT
Artwander.com
info@artsofcarvercounty.com
952-443-3200

Ticket Information
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2021 Art Wander Postcard

Art Wander 2021