*Siskiyou Arts Council Calendar*
Calls to Artists & Events
Fall 2009
Siskiyou Arts Council Gallery & Cultural Center in Mt. Shasta
The Siskiyou Arts Council invites you to visit our Gallery & Cultural Center located at 418 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. Siskiyou Arts Council is now able to provide more service for the arts in Siskiyou County. Please stop by the Gallery to see the current art show. You'll also discover more about SAC’s 37 years history in Siskiyou County featuring current projects like, H2O Manifesto Marble Rim Gallery, Art Matters, the ArtsBus Project, Mt. Shasta Writers Series, Gifts and Grants, Etna Bluegrass Festival, Poetry Out Loud and more.
If you are interested in joining the Co-op, entering work in future shows, present a demonstration or performance, teach, read poetry, or have some time to volunteer please call SAC's director Lauri Sturdivant at 530.938.0130. or contact the Gallery 530.926.1294. We want you all to be part of the fun we are creating at the Siskiyou Arts Council.
*Calls To Artists*
Ongoing Calls - Mt. Shasta
TheSiskiyou Arts Council is pleased to announce our on-goingcalls to artists. Please visit our Call to Artists page for information and updates!
Ongoing Calls - International
The Aesthetica Short Film Competition has just been launched! Aesthetica is looking for filmmakers who are driving the genre of short film forward through inspirational and innovative works. Whether you are fresh out of film school or have been making films for years, we want to hear from you. Accepting films in all genres: drama, documentary, music video, satire, comedy and artists’ film. Please visit http://www.aestheticamagazine.com/film_submissions.htm for more information.
On-Going - Call to Artists - Redding
If you would like to show work during an ArtHop contact 2nd Saturday ArtHop, Troy or Adam at Hawkman or visit www.hawkmanstudios.com
On-Going - Call to Artists - Redding
Shasta County Arts Council seeks art/craft vendors for The Christmas Market which runs November 27 through December 24. The market is open 5:00 to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday through Sunday. For information on reserving a booth, contact Victoria at 244.5914.
On-Going - Call to Artists - Siskiyou County
Graphic Designer Wanted
SAC is looking for a graphic designer to design the 2010 SAC Gallery show post cards. Must be able to incorporate artist work into a well designed presentations and work on deadline. We are looking for someone who can make a one year commitment to the project. Please send resume and sample of
work to siskiyouarts@yahoo.com
November 11 thru December 12 - Redding - Call to Artists
Call to Artists for Studio Experience, What's Cookin Art Show, November 11 thru December 11. Entries due by November 7. Juried/Cash Prizes. Call Studio Experience (530) 223-2584 for prospectus and information. For more information about art shows, events and 2nd Saturday ArtHop visit www.hawkmanstudios.com
2010 - Redding - Call to Artists
City of Redding Art in Public Places 2010 Art in Redding's City Hall. Call Mari Szynal, Art in City Hall Coordinator at 530.225.4512.
2010 - Anderson - Call to Artists
Shasta Wildlife Rescue holds it's 3rd Annual Art On The Wildside fundraiser on November 6, 2010, and seeks artists to rent booth space. Deadline for registration is October 31, but space is limited and first-come, first-served. Any art having to do with wildlife or habitat is welcomed. Please email Lynda at swrrshasta@aol.com or visit www.shastawildliferescue.com for more information.
January 1 - North State
Southern Oregon University is seeking Art Inspired by Science to show in conjunction with the 91st annual meeting of the Pacific Division of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, June 17 thru 20, 2010. Artists working in any media with artwork based on your interests or research in the sciences may send a short description (size, media, etc.), a brief explanation of its use of or reference to science (150 words) and a jpeg (2MB limit) or CD/DVD to all three of us: Michael Crane, cranem@sou.edu; Robert Louis Chianese, robert.chianese@csun.edu; and John Hafernik, hafernik@sfsu.edu by January 1.
January 1 - North State
The Mythical State of Jefferson is the subject of a show and performances being offered by Southern Oregon University's Schneider Museum of Art. Creative individuals and groups working in any media who are willing to join in exploring the ideas, politics, history and/or the appearance of The Mythical State of Jefferson may submit their work. Contact Michael Crane, the Schneider director and curator of this project, by phone at 541.552.8484, or send an email to cranem@sou.edu. Visit the Schneider Museum of Art at www.sou.edu/sma.
January 4 - Mt. Shasta
Siskiyou County high school students are invited to drop off art for our High School Invitational art show. Drop off art between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Reception and awards on Jan. 16th, after which students will take art home. For more information, 938.0130 or 926.1294.
January 18 - Mt. Shasta
Drop off art for SAC's RED show between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at the gallery. Have something to say about or with the color RED? Please review our expectations for all submissions here.
Ongoing Artists Opportunity
The Shasta View Nursing Center in Weed would like to invite local artists to share their art. Dancers, musicians, story tellers, actors, and painters with art to display are encouraged to share their art with this thriving community. The nursing center is able to offer a gallery showing to the public with tea wine or coffee. Contact the activity manager, Frances Pucci at 938.4429 for more information.
*Events*
November 11 thru December 24 - Redding
Shasta County Arts Council's Annual Holiday Fine Art & Gift Show opens today at the Old City Hall, 1313 Market Street in Redding. Visit www.ShastaArtsCouncil.org or call 530.241.7320 for more information.
November 16 thru December 11 -Weed
The public is invited to view "Markings", the work of Weed resident and College of the Siskiyous photography student, Stacey Davasher, at the Learning Resources Center Art Gallery. The show features a series of new black and white silver photographs from various locations in Siskiyou County. Gallery hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday. An artist's reception will be held Thursday, November 19, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact James Gilmore at gilmore@siskiyous.edu or call the college at 888.397.4339.
November 18 thru December 23 - Mt. Shasta
The Bra Project, showing at the SAC Gallery & Cultural Center on November 18, is a series of embellished bras with a statement, made by the C.O.S. Embroidery/Fiber Arts class to raise money for cancer research. With titles from "I've Got Hives" to "Chose Life", it covers a range of subjects. The object is to have people vote with their money for their favorites, putting their money in an envelope, writing the number of the Bra on the outside and putting it into the box. (We will provide a box and envelopes and pencils). The Bras will be auctioned off at Siskiyou Arts Council Gallery & Cultural Center December 23 at 6:00 p.m. Support local artists and cancer research by viewing and voting! Contact Weston's Sewing and Crafts at 926.4021 for more information.
November 20 thru January 4 - Mt. Shasta
It's opening night! Don't miss SAC's next Artists' Reception, Friday November 20 from 5 - 8 p.m. The show is Affordable Art and other Priceless Heirlooms. This will be a great place to begin your holiday shopping! Come support and enjoy! Call 926.1294 for more information.
November 21 thru March - Redding
The response Shasta County Arts Council's King Tut bus trip was so overwhelmingly large that they have scheduled another trip Tuesday, March 2, 2010. Get on the list for their last bus to deYoung and see King Tut before he heads back to Egypt. Call 241-7320 to reserve your spot. $79 members. $89 non-members.
December 2 - Mt. Shasta
The SAC Gallery & Cultural Center will be participating in HOLIDAY MAGIC: Mount Shasta's Shop, Walk & Dine event, the first four Wednesdays during the month of December, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Carolers and special sales will abound throughout town. This Wednesday is "Free Gift with non-perishable food donation" day. This is a wonderful chance to finish holiday shopping and enjoy the lovely town of Mt. Shasta. For information, please call SAC Gallery at 926.1294.
December 3 - Mt. Shasta
Poetry, Stories & Play with poets John Cunningham, M.A., and Andrea Asebedo, M.A., is being hosted by Village Books and will benefit Secret Santa Sisterhood, a special fund to assist hard-working local women anonymously. This special evening starts at 7:00 p.m. Call 926.1678 for information.
December 4 - Weed
The Weed Mercantile Mall is hosting a Craft Fair, Friday the 4th from 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. A stocking raffle will be held for all children. Call Joyce for more details: 938.3229.
December 4 & 5 - Weed
The College of the Siskiyous Foundation is sponsoring its 13th annual Country Christmas Holiday Craft Fair at its Weed Campus Gym from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday evening and 9:00 a.m. til 3:00 p.m. Saturday. This show celebrates the beautiful handcrafted products produced by local and regional artisans and crafters. Please call Dawnie at 530.938.5373 for more information.
December 4 & 5 - Weed
Dancing Tree Studio invites you to a Holiday Arts Event at College of the Siskiyous, Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Call Maura at 926.1984 for more information.
December 5 - Dunsmuir
Paula Reynolds, on vocals and guitar, and Gerry Smida, on piano, guitar, accordion and too many other instruments to name, will perform "CHICK MUSIC", a variety of jazz standards and songs of contemporary female artists at the Sengthong's Blue Sky Room at 7:30 p.m. A food drive will benefit local families, please bring non-perishables.
December 5 thru January 7 - Mt. Shasta
SAC/Mountain Arts Cooperative presents Small Works: Little jewels to brighten your holiday! This show will feature an artist's reception on Friday, December 11, 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Artist demonstrations: December 5th~Making decorative wrapping paper, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Making holiday greeting cards from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.; December 12th~Earring making 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. and Encaustics from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.; December19th~Portraits from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Come in and have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate and a Siskiyou Arts Council t-shirt! Call us at 926.1294 for more information, or come in to the Gallery at 418 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.
December 5 - Gazelle
A Holiday Tasting Event & Boutique at the Porcupine Gulch Ranch presented by Fairchild Medical Center-Scott Valley Guild, Saturday, December 5th, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Event includes Decadent Tasting of chocolate and truffles, wine, cheese, coffee, tea, beer and other tasty goodies. Come enjoy live entertainment by the Vagaries, and Model A cars from the Model A Club of Siskiyou County (weather permitting). Antiques from Heritage House will be displayed for sale, along with artisitic hand-crafted and unique boutique and food items--perfect for holiday gifts. There will be fabulous raffles and exciting door prizes. Event participants to date include Alpen Wine Cellars, Shasta View Winery, Etna Brewery, Village Grind, My Favorite Things, and Heritage House Antiques. This is a cozy indoor holiday event at Porcupine Gulch Ranch, located off I-5. Take Louie Road east and travel 2 1/4 miles to the gorgeous ranch house.
Tickets are a $20 donation (proceeds benefit FMC & scholarships) and will be on sale at the door and at Scott Valley Drug, Scott Valley Florist, My Favorite Things, Village Grind, FMC Gift Shop and Yreka Chamber of Commerce. For ticket information, please contact Sue Martin at 530.467.5700.
December 6 & 7 - Mt. Shasta and Yreka
The COS Orchestra will hold their annual Fall Concert on Sunday, Dec. 6, at 3:00 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, and on Monday, Dec. 7, at 7:00 p.m., at the Yreka Seventh Day Adventist Church, 346 Payne Lane. Such selections as King Stephan Overture by L. van Beethoven and Rondo for Violin and Orchestra by W. A. Mozart will be featured. Please call 938.5321 for tickets or more information.
December 9 - Mt. Shasta
The SAC Gallery & Cultural Center will be participating in HOLIDAY MAGIC: Mount Shasta's Shop, Walk & Dine event, first four Wednesdays during the month of December, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. This Wednesday's theme is "Kid's night: Sleigh rides and snow zone". Meet the Weed Dog Sled Team in the afternoon at the old 76 gas station, across from the police station. Play Onionhead games at The Gallery from 4:00 till 6:00 p.m. Get a portrait with Santa at Sacred Mountain Spa. Carolers and special sales will abound throughout town. This is a wonderful chance to finish holiday shopping and enjoy the lovely town of Mt. Shasta. For information, please call SAC Gallery at 926.1294.
December 10 - Mt. Shasta
Siskiyou Arts Council is hosting an informational meeting about The National League of Pen Women Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Gallery & Cultural Center at 418 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. American Pen Women are professional writers, composers, choreographers, arrangers and artists who believe in the power of words, art and music to illuminate the human experience, fire the imagination, and nourish the soul. They bring together women of the arts “for mutual benefits and the strength that comes of union.” Marge Wheeler, a member of the organization, will be there to answer questions. Please call 938.0130 for more information, or visit www.americanpenwomen.org.
December 11 - Mt. Shasta
Siskiyou Arts Council/Mountain Arts Cooperative will be having Opening Night for their Small Works but Big Art show. Come in between 4:00 and 8:00 p.m to experience lovely and petite artwork! Please call the SAC gallery for more information: 926.1294.
December 12 - Ft. Jones
The Ft. Jones Christmas Craft Fair is this Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Scott Valley Jr. High on Butte Street. 50+ artisans will be selling only handcrafted products. Call Catherine at 467.5752 for more information.
December 12 - Mt. Shasta
SAC/Mountain Arts Cooperative Artist Demonstration will feature Making Earrings with Chris Messer and Encaustics with Anne Kinkade. Call us at 926.1294 for more information or come into the gallery, 418 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.
December 12 & 13 - Mt. Shasta
Dancing Tree Studios invites you to its open studio Holiday Art Event, Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 935 Davis Place Road. Please call Maura, 926.1984, for more information.
December 12 - Dunsmuir
The Dunsmuir Garden Club will host a Holiday Fundraiser, featuring harpist Patricia Hill and friends, on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. in the Dunsmuir Community building. Call Patty, 235.9912, for more information.
December 12 - Weed
Turn of the Century Fine Arts presents their 19th Annual Winter Salon, 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. See an eclectic braintrust of idea and thought from artists local and faraway at 241 Main Street. Call 938.1330 for more information.
December 12 & 13 - Weed
The COS Concert Choir and Ladies' Chamber Singers will present a "count down" of the most cherished Christmas songs in the last six centuries. Saturday evening's show starts at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday's show is at 3:00 p.m. in the Kenneth W. Ford Theater on the Weed Campus. Tickets are $8 and $5. Please call 938.5315 for more information.
December 12 & 13 - Mt. Shasta
First Baptist Church of Mt. Shasta is presenting Joy! Joy! Joy!, a Christmas musical extravaganza. Performances are FREE and start at 7:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Bring your family to this family-oriented event. Call 926.5095 for more information.
December 13 - Mt. Shasta
Open Mic hosted by Mt. Shasta Writers Series, will take place the second Sunday of every month from 6-8 p.m. at the Stage Door Cabaret in Mt. Shasta 414 Mt. Shasta Blvd, 530/925-1050. New for the season is a calendar of themes meant to inspire, rather than limit; any subject content is welcome. The theme this month is Songwriters Night.
December 16 - Mt. Shasta
The SAC Gallery & Cultural Center will be participating in HOLIDAY MAGIC: Mount Shasta's Shop, Walk & Dine event, first four Wednesdays during the month of December, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. This Wednesday will feature In-store raffles. Carolers and special sales will abound throughout town. This is a wonderful chance to finish holiday shopping and enjoy the lovely town of Mt. Shasta. For information, please call SAC Gallery at 926.1294.
December 16 - Mt. Shasta
SAC/Mountain Arts Cooperative Artist Demonstration features Portraits. Come into the gallery and learn something about portrait making. Call 926.1294 for more information or come into the gallery, 418 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.
December 16 - Etna
Etna High ROP Foods teams up with Etna High Drama to bring you "Under the Sea", a musical. Show begins at 6:00 p.m. in the High School multi-purpose room. Tickets are $15. Call 467.3244, ext. 46, for more information.
December 18 - Montague
The 3rd Annual Community-wide Snowflake Festival will be held this evening at the Montague Elementary School. A family-style Christmas dinner, crafts, games, music and a visit from Santa are featured. Call Nancy at 459.3481 for more information.
December 19 - Yreka
SPAC and COS present "A Christmas Carol" at 7:30 p.m. at the Yreka Community Theater, 810 N. Oregon St. Tickets are $12. Not recommended for children under 5.
December 20 - Yreka
SPAC and COS present "A Christmas Carol" at 2:30 p.m. at the Yreka Community Theater, 810 N. Oregon St. Tickets are $12. Not recommended for children under 5.
December 21 - Mt. Shasta
Jill Gardner Arts will be hosting an Open Studio with Jill Garder, "Solstice Blessings and Shiny Things" on Monday from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the studio, located at 705 Caroline Avenue. Call 926.3189 for more information.
December 23 - Mt. Shasta
The SAC Gallery & Cultural Center will be participating inHOLIDAY MAGIC: Mount Shasta's Shop, Walk & Dine event, first four Wednesdays during the month of December, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. This Wednesday will feature a shop window display contest. The public is invited to judge holiday window displays. Winners will be announced at noon on Dec. 24. Carolers and special sales will abound throughout town. This is a wonderful chance to finish holiday shopping and enjoy the lovely town of Mt. Shasta. For information, please call SAC Gallery at 926.1294.
Ongoing - Yreka
Circle ~N~ Square dance club meets every Monday at 7:00 p.m. at the Greenhorn Grange Hall. 842.7031.
Ongoing - Mt. Shasta
Dudes & Daisies square dancers get together every Thursday at the Mt. Shasta City park. Beginning workshop at 7:00 p.m. and Mainstream and Plus at 8:00 p.m. 926.3959.
Ongoing - Yreka
The Siskiyou Writers Club meets at 5:15 p.m. the last Thursday of each month at the China Dragon Restaurant. 938.3871.
January 5 - 26 - Weed
College of the Siskiyous offers a variety of Ballroom Dancing choices this semester, including Foxtrot Rumba, four Tuesday evenings in January. Please see our calendar for other classes or visit www.siskiyous.edu or call the instructors at 415.215.2652 for more information.
January 10 - Mt. Shasta
Open Mic hosted by Mt. Shasta Writers Series, will take place the second Sunday of every month from 6-8 p.m. at the Stage Door Cabaret in Mt. Shasta 414 Mt. Shasta Blvd, 530/925-1050. New for the season is a calendar of themes meant to inspire, rather than limit; any subject content is welcome. The theme this month is The Body.
January 11 - San Francisco
This is the deadline to register for a filmmaker training workshop with Queer Women of Color Media Arts Project. This organization promotes new films "that address the vital social justice issues that concern our multiple communities". These 16 week workshops (one evening a week) are opened on a first-come, first-served basis and limited to 10 participants. Please visit www.qwocmap.org for more information and an online registration form.
January 14 thru March 4 - Weed
College of the Siskiyous offers an opportunity to learn the ancient and enduring art of Belly Dance. Thursday evening classes will be taught by Denise Mannion. Visit www.siskiyous.edu or call 938.5555 for more information or to register.
January 16 - Mt. Shasta
Reception and awards night for SAC's High School Invitational show, featuring local high school talent. Come in between 4 - 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 16th, to see wonderful art and share refreshments with and give encouragement to some of the artists. Call 938.0130 for more information.
January 18 - Mt. Shasta
Drop off art for SAC's RED show between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at the gallery. Have something to say about or with the color RED? Get CREATIVE!! Please review our expectations for all submissions here.
January 29 - Mt. Shasta
RED, the theme of this art show, will have its opening night Friday, January 29, from 5 - 8 p.m. at the SAC gallery. Share with us this exciting exhibit, meet some of the artists and experience the power of RED. The show runs from January 19th through February 27th.
January 27 - Weed
Tuesday, January 27 is the date of the local Poetry Outloud finals! Featuring participants from high schools across the county, these will take place from 1 - 3 p.m. at the Ford Theater at Weed's COS campus.
January 30 - Redding
TheSan Francisco Gay Men's Chorus is coming to Redding. Tickets go on sale in late December: Loge $30, General $25, Arts Council members/seniors/students $15. For further information, call 530.241.7320.
February 2 - 23 - Weed
College of the Siskiyous offers a variety of Ballroom Dancing choices this semester, including Tango and Cha-Cha, four Tuesday evenings in February. Please see our calendar for other classes or visit www.siskiyous.edu or call the instructors at 415.215.2652 for more information.
February 26 thru March 26 - Yreka
College of the Siskiyous offers a variety of Ballroom Dancing choices this semester, including Beginning Ballroom Dance, five Friday evenings in February and March at the Yreka YMCA. Please see our calendar for other classes or visit www.siskiyous.edu or call the instructors at 415.215.2652 for more information.
March 2 thru April 6 - Weed
College of the Siskiyous offers a variety of Ballroom Dancing choices this semester, including Waltz and Samba, six Tuesday evenings in March and April. Please see our calendar for other classes or visit www.siskiyous.edu or call the instructors at 415.215.2652 for more information.
April 9 - 30 - Yreka
College of the Siskiyous offers a variety of Ballroom Dancing choices this semester, including Beginning/Intermediate Dance, four Friday evenings in April at the Yreka YMCA. Please see our calendar for other classes or visit www.siskiyous.edu or call the instructors at 415.215.2652 for more information.
April 13 thru May 4 - TBA
College of the Siskiyous offers a variety of Ballroom Dancing choices this semester, including Swing and Salsa, four Tuesday evenings in April and May. Please see our calendar for other classes or visit www.siskiyous.edu or call the instructors at 415.215.2652 for more information.
May 6 thru June 12 - Ashland
The Mythical State of Jefferson show will be appearing at Southern Oregon University's Schneider Museum of Art, featuring various media and showcasing Northern California's and Southern Oregon's connection geographically, politically, historically and artistically. For information, visit www.sou.edu/sma.
Remember to send us announcements of your arts-related events!
Tell your friends. Spread the word. If something is happening, we want to know and help you promote your arts event! Email siskiyouarts@yahoo.com. Please just tell about your event in a simple email message - no attachments, no docs, just a paragraph with the facts like you see in our calendar listings above. We're happy to post your event at any time, but in order to ensure it goes out in SAC's monthly ARTS E-Newsletter, please be sure we receive the information by the 25th of the month.
The Siskiyou Arts Council is a volunteer organization dedicated to developing, sustaining and promoting the literary, visual and performing arts in Siskiyou County. Board meetings are held the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 in locations throughout Siskiyou County. The public is cordially invited! Our mailing address is SAC, PO Box 597, Mt. Shasta CA 96067. Our phone is 530-938-0130 and our E-mail: siskiyouarts@yahoo.com
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