Classy April

 

ABTS April Class Schedule Thurs. April 13 - Introduction to Glass on Glass Mosaic with Anne Sobbota (Special Session arranged by Arlene**) 9:00–12:00 $65 All materials provided. Students may bring a simple design idea if desired. Please wear a mask. A maximum of 6 students and a minimum of 4. Class will take place at Anne’s Studio at 525 11 St., SE, in Bandon. See flyer for more information. Wed. April 19 - Collage Group 1:00-3:00 $6 (cash please) Please send an email request to join this session to Susan Lehman at Studioblue@mycomspan.com. There is no specific instruction, just bring your own project, materials and ideas to share. The Collage Group will meet at the Langlois Lions Club at 48135 Floras Lake Loop Road in Langlois. Fri. April 21 – Mosaic – Color & Contrast with Anne Sobbota 9:00-2:00 $110 All materials provided. Please wear a mask. A maximum of 6 students and a minimum of 4. Class will take place at Anne’s Studio at 525 11 St., SE, in Bandon. See flyer for more information. Thurs. April 27 – No Peek Painting (acrylic) with Jean Stephenson 11:30-3:00 $40 Materials, including canvas, paints and brushes, included. Maximum of 6 students and a minimum of 4. Class will meet at the Langlois Lions Club at 48135 Floras Lake Loop Road in Langlois. **Shows where a change in the schedule has been made. Contact ABTS Gallery at 541-347-5355 for more information. Most classes have a materials list of what to bring with you. **Pay for classes at ABTS Gallery at time of registration, please

 

Which Came First the Chickering or the Egg

 

Plan to join us at Black Market Gourmet 495 Central Ave., Coos Bay Oregon on Sunday March 19, 2-4 p.m. for an art reception featuring the work of Fiber Artist Theresa Richards Chickering.  Meet the artist, enjoy a wonderful collection of her works, complimentary noshies and a no host bar.   This show will be available for viewing through the end of April.  If you are unable to attend please e-mail: thebmg@msn.com or call: 541.269.0194

Artist Statement:

Theresa Richards Chickering is a traditional quilter and artist who now creates original quilts using her own designs. Chickering has been a pivotal figure in her community for over 25 years as both an artist and a teacher. Today in her personal work, she has become known for her landscape quilts—and in more recent years—for her abstract quilt designs in the vein of today’s modern quilt movement. Chickering was born in Aberdeen, Maryland and reared in the very small town of Alpine, Oregon. Her mother sewed but did not quilt, though there were family quilts in the home that that had been passed through the family from as far back as Chickering’s great grandparents. Her mother enrolled her daughters in sewing 4H programs (4H is a US-based network of youth organizations). Chickering also took home economics classes in high school. Her father was a mechanic, welder, and inventor who, at one point, designed and built his own self-loading log truck. Chickering inherited her father’s gift for solving design problems in her head; for her, this has resulted in intricately pieced quilt tops. Although Chickering had tried quilting by cutting out a Sunbonnet Sue pattern when she was 15 years old, she didn’t finish it. A decade later, her interest in quilting blossomed when she met Ann Smith, a quilter with years of experience. In time. the two opened a quilt shop in Reedsport where they offered beginning classes. They also helped found Coast Quilters, the local quilt guild now 30+ years running. Theresa Chickering’s at-home quilting studio occupies a good portion of the second floor of her house, which sits high atop the ridge line overlooking Reedsport. Although she started out on her home sewing machine, she has come to prefer the precision of her commercial quilting machine. Chickering has had many entries, and has received several awards, in the Coos Bay and Florence quilt shows and EE Schenk’s challenge. She has twice entered the Hoffman Challenge. Both times she has been selected for Hoffman’s national traveling show. As for mentors, “Tamara and Tara [Szalewski] at Mindpower Gallery have definitely helped Chickering bridge the gap between craft and art by displaying her art quilts at their local gallery. Summing up her avocation for quilting, Theresa Chickering says, "I really feel blessed, really lucky that all the pieces fell into place like they were supposed to and I found a medium I love. I don’t think I’ll ever tire of working with fabric

Kristin Hoefer

Chef Jardin Kazaar, RN

Black Market Gourmet

495 Central Avenue

Coos Bay, Oregon 

541.269.0194

 

 

Get some Class

 

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Art by the Sea Class Schedule: March 2023 145 Fillmore Ave. S. E. Old Town, Bandon www.artbytheseagallery.com March 2023 Wed. March 15 - Collage Group 1:00-3:00 $6 (cash please) Please send an email request to join this session to Susan Lehman at Studioblue@mycomspan.com. There is no specific instruction, just bring your own project, materials and ideas to share. The Collage Group will meet at the Langlois Lions Club at 48135 Floras Lake Loop Road in Langlois. Thurs. March 23 – In the Manner of Matisse (acrylic) with Jean Stephenson 11:30-3:00 $40 Materials, including canvas, paints and brushes, included. Maximum of 6 students and a minimum of 4. Class will meet at the Langlois Lions Club at 48135 Floras Lake Loop Road in Langlois. Sat. March 25 – Glass on Glass Mosaic with Anne Sobbota 9:00–12:00 $65 All materials included. A maximum of 6 students and a minimum of 4. Class will take place at Anne’s Studio at 525 11th St, SE, in Bandon. See flyer for more information. **Shows where a change in the schedule has been made. Contact ABTS Gallery at 541-347-5355 for more information. Most classes have a materials list of what to bring with you. **Pay for classes at ABTS Gallery at time of registration, please.

Knock your Eye Out

Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio Reception Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio is hosting a reception for Featured Artist, Sally Weymouth, on Saturday, March 11th from 2-4:00 pm. Sally’s photography won the People’s Choice Award at Art by the Sea Gallery in the 2022 Community Photography Show, “Eye & the Lens.” The Member’s New Show, “Spring Impressions,” will also be up along with the many unique pieces of artworks throughout the gallery. Meet and greet the artists while enjoying some homemade baked goods. The show will run from March 7th through April 1st. Gallery winter hours are 10am-4pm daily. Masks are now optional with respect to individual choices. Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio is located at 145 Fillmore Ave., S.E., Old Town Bandon You can always find more information about the artists, classes, and upcoming activities on Facebook, Instagram and on our website at www.artbytheseagallery.com

 

Matilda, Matilda, Matilda, she takame money and run to Little Theater on the Bay

 

 

 

 

 Photo Caption: Evil Miss Trunchbowl, played by John Adamson, stuns the kids in the classroom as they rehearse for “Matilda the Musical.”

 

 

Little Theatre on the Bay Presents Matilda the Musical

Tickets for kids 12 and under are half-price

 

February 2023, North Bend, OR – Little Theatre on the Bay (LTOB) presents Roald Dahl’s “Matilda the Musical” in 9 performances from March 10^th through March 26^th at the Liberty Theatre in North Bend, Oregon. Performances are at 7:00 PM Fridays and Saturdays and 2:00 PM on Sundays. Tickets online at thelibertytheatre.org or at the box office on Tuesdays 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM and one hour prior to each show. Tickets for children 12 and under are half-price.

 

“Matilda” is played by Lyla Davidson, an 11-year-old from Coos Bay in her first lead role, while her evil teacher, Miss Trunchbowl is played by stage veteran John Adamson. With a cast of over 30, and larger-than-life characters, endearing songs, energetic dances, and a touch of magic, “Matilda” is a delightful show for the whole family!  Roald Dahl’s classic book comes to life in this vibrant telling of Matilda, a young girl whose imagination and love of learning are rejected by her unscrupulous parents. With encouragement from her teacher, Miss Honey, Matilda’s spunk takes her on a journey to create her own destiny.

 

The Liberty Theatre has been serving audiences since 1924. Little Theatre on the Bay (LTOB) is the second-longest continuously operating community theatre group in Oregon with a mission “to cultivate the arts in Coos County.” Visit: thelibertytheatre.org or call (541) 756-4336.

 

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   Kathleen Vineyard

 

Astronaught auditions

 

FLORAS LAKE ASTRO CAMP 2023 Floras Lake, Oregon session one August 15-18 2023 With Matte Hanna Looking to capture stunning night sky photography in one of the most beautiful locations in the Pacific Northwest? Join us under the stars for our 3-night Astrophotography camp at Floras Lake, Oregon August 15-19th. With its clear skies and natural surroundings, Floras Lake is the perfect location for breathtaking shots of the Milky Way, meteor showers, and other celestial wonders while camping on the Oregon coast. You’ll have the best opportunities to practice your night sky photography skills, as well as learn from expert instructors and guides. We’ll cover everything from camera settings to composition, and provide hands-on instruction and feedback to help unlock your full potential at some of Oregon's best night sky locations. The workshop will feature three nights of shooting epic locations with an editing session on the last day, polishing your photographs into finished files to take home. In addition to the photography sessions, you’ll have the chance to relax and unwind in the natural surroundings of Floras Lake and the Pacific Ocean and connect with other like-minded photographers who share your passion for capturing the beauty of the night sky. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable opportunity. Book your spot now and get ready to capture truly amazing shots! What’s included: 3 Night Sessions with Instruction and guide Friday Editing Session Summer Floras Lake fun with Swimming, Windsurfing, Kayaking and Hiking during your off time Camp gear from our sponsors Onsite Camping is Available per request! $800 (max students 7) Session One. For more information contact Matte Hanna matte_hanna@icloud.com (541) 505-2880 To Enroll, Contact Art by The Sea Gallery (541) 347-5355

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