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Arts Beat is published quarterly by the Decatur Area Arts Council.217-423-3189 • 217-423-3194 (fax) • www.decaturarts.org • arts4all@decaturarts.org

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10th Anniversary Celebration of the Madden Arts CenterIt’s been 10 years since the Decatur Area Arts Council opened the doors of the Madden Arts Center and the dream of a vibrant commu-nity arts center in downtown Decatur became a reality. Over the past decade, it has become the place the arts call home. That calls for a celebration and we’re having two!

Free Public Reception!Friday, August 8, 5-7:30 pm: •Decatur’sArtTreasuresexhibit cel-

ebrating local collectors of unique art• Street Party with live music from

“Imagine That”• Food and drink • Performances and displays by local

arts groups• Hands-on arts activities and demos

“Diamonds & Denim” Gala Saturday, August 16, 6-9 pm: • Amazing food and drinks from the

street to every floor of the building• Entertainment throughout the eve-

ning• Ten arts-related silent auction and

two high-end live auction items• Presentation and recognition of those

who made the MAC possible• Tickets ($75/person) will be available

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10 Reasons Why the Madden Arts Center Is a Vital Part of Downtown Decatur

1. It’s the place the arts call home, providing local arts groups with needed space and resources.

2. We provide offices for impor-tant community groups like the Community Foundation and the Education Coalition.

3. We’ve preserved one of down-town Decatur’s historic buildings.

4. We bring the world to Decatur through exhibit spaces featur-ing local and even international artists.

5. We make art in our studio and classroom with art classes and programs for all ages.

6. We bring art to life with small theatrical and musical produc-tions.

7. People gather in our spaces for private and public events.

8. We are an economic engine for downtown businesses.

9. We offer space and resources to support education art initiatives.

10. Whatever your interest, we have arts for everyone.

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thebeat goes on}OUR MISSION:Introduce and promote the arts, enhance arts educational opportunities, and increase the impact of and access to the arts to improve the quality of life in the community.

So Many Ways to Support DAACBecome a member! Complete and return the membership form on the back of this Arts Beat, or grab your plastic money and call 423-3189 or go to www.decaturarts.org/support-arts.

Give a gift of appreciated assets or pro-vide a bequest in your will or estate plans. Check the “contact me” box on the membership form or call Jerry Johnson.

Sponsor an exhibit! You, a group of friends, or your business can help bring great art to the Anne Lloyd Gallery. You’ll be recognized in Arts Beat, on the exhibit poster and exhibit invitations and at the opening recep-tion. To learn more, call Gallery Director Sue Powell.

Make a major gift to support specific programs and needs for DAAC.

Call 423-3189

Arts in Central Park is fast approaching! Join us in Decatur’s Central Park for this annual event. Origi-nal artwork from over 80 artists from 6 states will be exhibited for sale; pot-tery, jewelry, watercolors, oils, acrylic, mixed media, glass, photography, sculp-ture, fiber arts and more.

Better yet! Become a VIP (Very Important Person) and get the special treat-ment you deserve! To be a VIP you simply guaran-tee that you will purchase a piece of original artwork from the exhibiting artists during the weekend…no matter the price. For our VIPs and artists, a preview party is planned for Friday evening, September 19, from 5-7 p.m., complete with musical entertain-ment and special food and drink. To be on the list, call 217-423-3189 or email stella@decaturarts.org.

Preview PartyFriday, Sept. 19 5-7 p.m.

AICP hours:Saturday, Sept. 20 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 21 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Kids are special too! Free art activities are planned in the Striglos Just for Kids tent and a special Kids’ Art Shop featuring artwork from participating artists priced between $3 and $5 is located in the Madden Arts Center’s Anne Lloyd Gallery across the street from the park.

Strolling musicians, special guests, and fun surprises make this a family-friendly weekend you won’t want to miss!

Presented by Decatur Area Arts Council and Gallery 510.

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2014-15 Bus Trips to the FoxThe following bus trips to the Fox Theatre in St. Louis have been scheduled. Please join us and enjoy the special Fox treatment – delicious buffet lunch and outstanding front and center seating.

•DirtyDancing – Thursday matinee, October 30, 2014•MotowntheMusical – Thursday matinee,

November 20, 2014•Cinderella – Thursday matinee, January 29, 2015•MillionDollarQuartet – Saturday matinee,

February 28, 2015•PhantomoftheOpera – Thursday matinee,

March 5, 2015•KinkyBoots – Thursday matinee, April 2, 2015•TheRatPackisBack – Saturday matinee, May 16, 2015

A couple of interesting details that you might like to know: The choreography for Cinderella was done by Josh Rhodes who grew up in Decatur, where his parents still live. KinkyBoots, a true and inspirational story of a struggling shoe factory owner, is the winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Call 217-423-3189 to make your reservations and be sure to tell your friends!

Brew Ha Ha in the StreetsSat., September 27An Oktoberfest-style street festival held in front of the Madden Arts Center, 125 N. Water St., in downtown Decatur.

• Enjoy ethnic music, food and drink by The Beach House• Elect the new Mayor of Brew Ha Ha!• Wear your favorite Frau or Herr costume and compete

for the Best German Costume Award• Dance to the music of TheVeggies• Tickets go on sale in August

If you or your business would like to sponsor this fun event, Cathy Briggs at 423-3189..

2014-15 Performing Arts Series for Students (PASS)The Decatur Area Arts Council is proud to an-nounce six upcoming shows for PreK through 6th grade.

Reservations are made through the schools starting September 10. If you would like your child to have the advantage of this educational opportunity, please contact your school’s principal and/or teachers. For more information, call 423-3189.

Snow White and the Seven DwarfsWednesday, October 15, 2014 (PreK-2nd grades)Based on the classic fairy tale, this story is a favorite of young and old.

ImaginOceanWednesday, Febrary 4, 2015 (PreK-2nd grade)This one-of-a-kind black light puppet show tells the story of a magical undersea adven-ture.

Cirque Zuma ZumaMonday, February 9, 2015 (3rd-6th grades)A high-energy circus, dance, and acrobatic act…part Cirque du Soleil and part Harlem Globetrotters.

Dog Loves BooksMonday, March 23, 2015 (PreK-2nd grade)An irresistible dog loves books so much that he opens a bookstore. Based on Louis Yates’ New York Times best seller.

The Lightning ThiefWednesday, March 25, 2015 (3rd-6th grades)Based on the book by Rick Riordan, Percy Jackson has another adventure as the pages of his Greek mythology textbook come to life.

The Orchestra’s Greatest HitsTuesday, April 21, 2015 (3rd-4th grades)Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra per-forms a host of lively and familiar concert fa-vorites. Students will learn about the various instruments and what makes them unique.

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anne lloyd gallery exhibitions

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Native American Art: Splendid HeritageExhibit is open through July 30

The NativeAmericanArt exhibit and cultural events were made possible through generous support from: • Illinois Arts Council Agency

Businesses:• Decatur Blueprint, Inc. • Goss Graphic Design

Individuals:• Duane and Joan Avis• John and Cheryl Bradley• Nancy Eichenauer• Ed and Anne Elliott• Norma and Dave Fathauer

• Alan and Beth Frigy• Lesley and Corydon Nicholson• Sharon and Herb Thompson• Frank and Shirley Tyrolt• Betty Watkins

International Arts Camp July 7-11, 1-4 pm (Ages 6+)Fee: Member $65/Non Member $75Call 423-3189Explore a variety of materials and learn about cultures from across the globe, as well as right here in the USA! You will create:• Native American Kachina dolls and

dream catchers• Mexican Amate bark painting and

“Day of the Dead” art• Greek vases• Chinese dragons and Sumi-e painting• African Adinkra Cloths• Nigerian metal tooling.

Our sincere thanks to all of the collectors who have shared their Native American treasures for the exhibit, and especially to Joel Hendricks for untold hours of mentoring and as-sistance with the exhibit.

Gallery Reception Friday, July 11, 5-7:30 p.m.

Featuring demonstrations:• Native dancing, George Godfrey (Potawatomi heritage)• Beadwork, Joel Hendricks• Navajo-style weaving, Jan MandernachPlus:• Gallery 510 featured artist: Helen Hamilton, pastel portraits• Blue Connection: Xin (Water) Zhao, Artist-in-Residence,

ceramics, photography, paper and textiles plus District 61/Millikin University SMASH Camp arts display

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Special thanks to all who helped make Corks & Forks a success!

• Dr. Chad Burmeister DMD & Rachel Ingram DDS Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

• Continental Carbonics• Decatur Earthmover Credit Union• First Mid-Illinois Bank & Trust• Land Of Lincoln Credit Union• Main Place Properties• Millikin University• Parke Warehouses• Romano Co.• Skeff Distributing

All those who donated wonderful items to the silent auction

and our great restaurants and beverage distributors!

Sponsors

Alan & Beth FrigyPeggy Madden and Dick Phillips

DECATuR’S ART TREASuRESAugust 6-30Decatur’s Art Trea-sures showcases an eclectic mix of fine art and antiques with an unusual aesthetic. On loan from numerous private collections in town, the pieces on display include traditional as well as contemporary paintings, sculptures, and prints. But, we have some surprises in store too – items that you’re not likely to see anywhere else!

Many thanks to the collectors who are sharing their treasures with us.

First Friday Gallery WalkAugust 8, 5-7:30 pm• Gallery 510 featured artist: Glenda Sue Goodpaster,

“A Moment in Time” painting & pastels• Blue Connection: 10th anniversary celebration of custom-

ers who have enjoyed art purchased at Blue Connection

GIL LEBOIS PHOTOGRAPHYSeptember 5-29As a relative newcomer to Central Illinois, French pho-tographer Gil Lebois brings a fresh perspective to our landscape and subjects that surround us in the Midwest. While he spent most of his career as a photographer for commercial projects and journalism, he now focuses on his portrait and fine art work. With a keen eye for lighting effects, he often incorporates flashes and strobes to achieve his results.He credits much of his inspiration to the techniques used by American photographers. Gil will speak briefly about his photography at 6 pm on September 5.

First Friday Gallery WalkSeptember 5, 5-7:30 pm• Gallery 510 featured artist: Tina Sekimi, jewelry• Blue Connection exhibit

Save the date for next year!Thursday, April 23, 2015

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Schedule an Arty Party and cel-ebrate with flair!

We provide a quality art teacher and an hour-long art project in our Studio. You provide the cake, balloons, and all the rest. Package prices vary de-

pending on materials and number of guests. For more info, visit www.decaturarts.org/classes-programs/arty-party/ or call 423-3189.

Arts Classes This SummerFree Senior Classes (Ages 60+)• Hundertwasser‘s Zany Oil Pastel Landscapes,

July 7• Frank Stella’s Bold Assemblages. July 14• Chihuly “Glass-Blown” Macchias, July 21• Weaving and Fiber Arts, July 28

Cocktails & Creations– Step-by-Step Projects(Adults only)• Painted Silhouette birds on Canvas, July 10• Jackson Pollock Action Painting and Earrings,

July 31• Watercolor Technique Landscapes, Aug. 14

Other Classes• American Girl Tea Party (Ages 4-12), July 19• Comic Book Word Art (Ages 7+), July 26• Multi-Media Relief Sculpture (Ages 7+), Aug. 5• Fairy Workshop (Ages 8+), Aug. 9

International Arts Camp (Ages 6+) (See page 4)

Toddler Time Fourth Friday of the month, 9-11 a.m.Toddlers ages 2-5 and their caregivers can expe-rience several different art activities at this self-directed, hands-on program.

As we get ready for Fall, we would love to hear your ideas for classes.

CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

Contact us for an applica-tion to show and sell your work in the Xmas ARTicles holiday shoppe. Call 423-3189 or email sue@decaturarts.org.

The Xmas ARTicles shoppe opens on Wednesday, December 3 during the Christmas Walk.

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newsbeat what’s happening on the local arts scene

Matt AndrewsMarilyn DavisTrisha EricksonCindy LewisPeggy Madden

board of directors

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Ngozi OnuoraChris PhillipsJosh RohrscheibMichael Sexton

Jerry Johnson ExecutiveDirectorStella Carnahan AdministrativeDirectorSue Powell GalleryDirectorJenny Cowgill ArtsEducationCoordinatorCathy Briggs Events&ServicesCoordinatorPeggy Baity AdministrativeAssistantLesa Andrick AdministrativeAssistant

Dr. Alan Frigy PresidentErick Hubbard VicePresidentWes Shade SecretaryLance Gauble TreasurerShani Goss PastPresident

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artscouncilDAAC Grants Awarded to Support Arts in our CommunityCongratulations to the following organizations who received a grant for their arts programming.

• BabyTALK for children’s musician Dave Hamilton to perform a free concert for kids

• Decatur Park District for help with First Gig Rock n’ Roll Camp for Kids

• Mt. Zion District Library for summer art classes.• Growing Strong Sexual Assault Center for art therapy through

writing and drawing• Old King’s Orchard Community Center for a six-week youth

dance program• First Baptist Church for artists for MUSICAMP 2014

The DAAC grant program supports and promotes arts events and creative arts learning experiences where the arts are the main fo-cus. If you are a non-profit organization, school, church or munici-pality, you are eligible to apply.

Check out our Community and Education Grant Program Guidelines and Application online at www.decaturarts.org/grants.

Grant deadlines are October 1, February 1, and May 1. For more information, call 423-3189.

Stairway of SongsPut your favorite song on a stair! As part of the 10th an-niversary celebration and fund-raising for needed repairs to the Madden Arts Center, we are of-fering the LAST 10 STAIRS (from the first floor to the second) for adoption. Pick your favorite song and we will find an artist to depict it. After your stair art is installed your name will be added to our Stairway of Songs plaque at the foot of the stairs. Your $1,500 contribution adds life to our building and puts a song in our hearts! Choose your song and give us a call at 423-3189.

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