Arts Council Welcomes Gail Stelter as Education Coordinator
Tuesday August 17, 2010www.haliburtonarts.on.ca
The Arts Council~Haliburton Highlands is pleased to welcome Gail Stelter as the new Education Coordinator for the Artists in the Schools Program. Gail, a retired elementary school principal, combines her expertise in curriculum with her love and appreciation of the arts. “I am very excited to be working with the talented artists and excellent teachers of Haliburton County. This program is unique in its ability to support our arts community while at the same time, enriching and enhancing the learning for our children”. In addition to managing all aspects of the Artists in the Schools Program, Gail will be seeking funding for the program through grant writing and community fundraising events and sponsorships.
Gail has cottaged in the Highlands since 1995 and lived here permanently since 2008. Her many interests include her volunteer work at Canoe FM as an on-air host on Friday mornings “After Nine” and her radio interviews with a wide variety of community members. “Canoe FM has afforded me the opportunity to explore the art of radio, write radio promos and take on many special projects such as coordinating this year's Rotary Radio Day and the station's Christmas charity project “Warm Hands for Christmas”. Another of Gail's passions is Food for Kids, Haliburton County's Student Nutrition Program. “Giving back to our community's most valuable resource – our children – as a member of the Food for Kids Steering Committee (where her duties include being the Communication Rep and Fundraising Coordinator) has allowed me to continue to make a difference in the lives of children.”
Gail is always looking for ways to facilitate growth and improve programs. As the new Education Coordinator for the Artists in the Schools program, Gail will be writing Curriculum Connections Packages designed according each artist's unique talent s and skills; to the demands of the Ontario Arts Curriculum; and, according to the needs and interests of individual teachers. She also is planning several workshops and presentations throughout the county. Gail is a natural leader whose enthusiastic and outgoing personality is sure to be enjoyed by all.
2010 Postcard Book Now Available!
Monday August 16, 2010www.haliburtonarts.on.ca
After much anticipation, the Arts Council~Haliburton Highlands is proud to announce the release of the 2010 Postcard Book.
Featuring stunning photos of nature and wildlife taken by some of the county's most talented photographers, the book is a must-have item for all those who appreciate the “Natural work of art” that is the Highlands.
The project, which was launched by the Arts Council~Haliburton Highlands, saw Arts Council members enter a contest to have a shot at getting their work featured in the book. Of the entries, a total of six photographers were selected and 12 photos chosen.
A limited number of books are currently available for $15 each (plus HST) at the Arts Council's office and at a few select locations.
Thanks goes to Parker Pad & Printing Ltd. for producing the book.
For more information call the Arts Council office at 705-457-8033.
Models and Entries Sought for Fashion Fallies
Wednesday August 25, 2010www.thearthive.com
This year's Fashion Fallies theme is Larger Than Life, and we are seeking not only artrageous Wearable Art entries, but also sculptural pieces.
Call for entry forms are available at The Art Hive, on our website www.thearthive.com (705-754-0021) and throughout the county.
Deadline for written submissions is September 12th. Deadline for delivery of work is September 19th. Volunteers and Models of all genders, shapes and sizes are also needed! If interested in participating in what always proves to be a fun-filled night, please contact the Art Hive!
Choir Seeks Choristers
Monday August 23, 2010Messiah – a wonderful opportunity to learn and perform a fabulous work of music. We are currently building our choir, anyone who is interested and who has either sung Messiah or who reads music please contact Cicela at 731-9661 or 738-1347. Cicela Månsson and Stella terHart are working together to make this a community effort. We are planning the performance for December 17th at Trinity United Church in Bobcaygeon. Don't miss out, time is short and the choir will be fairly small so do call at your earliest convenience.
Second Annual Conference on the Arts, living the Arts: Celebrating Creativity in Our Lives
Thursday August 19, 2010www.OctoberIsArtsMonth.ca
Second Annual Conference on the Arts, living the Arts: Celebrating Creativity in Our Lives, will be held in Northumberland County at Sir
Sandford Fleming College in Cobourg. This yearly conference is a joint initiative of the Arts Steering Committee, working in partnership with three arts organizations, the Northumberland Arts Council, Spirit of the Hills and Brighton Arts Council, along with the Northumberland Community Futures Development Corporation, Northumberland County and Fleming College. The Conference will provide local and regional artists, both visual and performing, with practical skills to help build thriving, creative businesses. Successful artists and business professionals will come together to present best practices and provide advice for promotion and success as
an artist. These necessary skills will be outlined in concise and comprehensive sessions. Held from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm they will provide a whole approach broken down into key areas of focus in a relaxed and comfortable setting. Please join us on Friday October 1st, from 7:00 – 9:00 pm, for a Gala reception at Northumberland CFdC, 600 William Street
in Cobourg, to help us celebrate the second annual Conference of the Arts, Living the Arts, and the kick-off to, October is Arts Month. For your viewing pleasure we will be showcasing works by Northumberland's many talented artists. Come meet, mix, mingle and network with some of our local artists and politicians. Visit www.OctoberIsArtsMonth.ca for more details.
Register by the early bird deadline of September 11th, 2010.
Tender - Trophies & Centerpieces
Wednesday August 18, 2010The 5th annual Business and Community Achievement Awards is coming this January, 2010 and we are seeking local and distinctive tender submissions for the Trophies and Centerpieces.
Trophies: The Chamber is seeking new distinctive trophies for this years Business and Community Achievement Awards. We have a total of 10-12 awards (to be determined) and to be given out by the Chamber to local business representatives and citizens. The size required would be between 10x12" to 14x16", and must incorporate the Chamber of Commerce logo and allow a location for engraving the Chamber of Commerce logo. Each Trophy must commemorate the Chambers 75th anniversary. The artist(s) will be featured at every opportunity, including the 75th anniversary program booklet, HHCC website, local press, and during the awards presentations. The design concept is open to new idea and designs. Budget: $50-$60 per trophy.
Centrepieces: With a total of 21 tables of Business Executives and Haliburton County citizens, what a better way to market your design at this premiere event. The Chamber is looking for centrepieces for the Gala Dinner that can be used at the end of the event for Door Prizes. The preference is that the centerpiece(s) be suitable to hold a table number/name, (this is not a requirement). Budget: $19 per centerpiece, your name/business will appear on the design and announced at the time of the door prize draw. The artist(s) will be featured at every opportunity, including the 75th anniversary program booklet, HHCC website, local press, and during the awards presentations. Submissions should include: a detailed drawing/sketch of your design, or prototype (plus medium and dimensions)
Deadline for submissions: September 30th, 2010
Deadline for product: January 7th, 2010
Contact Maria Micallef or Kendra Kellett, at 705-286-1760 or email kendra@haliburtonchamber.com or come in to the office at 5 Bobcaygeon Road, Minden.
Spark Box Studio Residency Accepting Fall/Winter Applications
Wednesday August 18, 2010www.sparkboxstudio.com
Are you looking to focus on a new body of work, meet practicing artists and be surrounded by the beautiful landscape of rural Ontario?
Spark Box Studio Residency is now accepting Fall/Winter 2010 applications. Spark Box Studio's Artist Residency Program provides live/work space to accommodate both emerging and professional printmakers, photographers, painters, illustrators and writers. Artists-in-residence have access to our professional studio and resources. The Residency Program affords artists the space and time to support the advancement of their careers and to strengthen their practice. Artists-in-residence stay in a charming Victorian house located by the historic Picton Harbour in Prince Edward County, Ontario. Interested artists may apply to live and work at Spark Box from one weekend to 2 months. To learn more please visit www.sparkboxstudio.com and search under the Programs page for Artist Residency.
Haliburton-Muskoka Children's Water Festival Seeks Volunteers
Monday August 9, 2010www.hmwaterfestival.ca
It's Time to Register! The Haliburton-Muskoka Children's Water Festival is coming soon. We are looking to finalize our community volunteer roster so we can get all the necessary volunteer information out to you in time for the festival. This year we are very excited to have over 400 students arriving for each day of the festival. We also have a number of new exciting activities and community organizations taking part. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for 6th Annual Haliburton-Muskoka Children's Water Festival please rsvp as soon as possible to researcher.ulinks@on.aibn.com. More information on the festival, volunteer activities and dates can be found below or by visiting www.hmwaterfestival.ca.
A CALL TO ARTISTS - Winterfest 2011
Wednesday July 28, 2010From February 15th to 17th, 2011, Haliburton County will play host to more than 800 participants, coaches and officials who will compete in 10 sporting events. All competitors are 55 years of age or over and are great examples of what a healthy, active lifestyle can do to improve health in the senior years.
Instead of medals that may be put away in drawers, we would like to present the first, second and third place winners with a unique and usable memento of their accomplishment here in the Haliburton Highlands.
These awards must have the words: Winterfest 2011 Haliburton Highlands on them, but other than that, we are open to all design ideas. The budget is $8-$10 per piece with approximately 150 -200 pieces required per category with a maximum of $5,000 being awarded.
The winning artist/s will be featured at every opportunity, including the souvenir program, website, local press, and at pivotal events throughout Winterfest.
Submissions should include: a detailed drawing/sketch of your design (plus medium and dimensions) and an artist's statement. Deadline for submissions is September 10, 2010 at the Winterfest 2011 office at 739 Mountain St. in Haliburton. Please send enquires to Myke Malone at myke@winterfest2011.com or call 457-1333.
