Tuesday, November 23, 2010

FRESH PAINT II: BLACK FRIDAY


PSA from DMNDTV // Ryan Powell on Vimeo.

Time
Friday, November 26 at 8:00pm - November 27 at 1:30am

Location2720 / Art D Gallery
2720 Cherokee Street
Saint Louis, MO



More Info+ Art + Music + Shop +


+ A Collaboration between W/P and Lane 4 +



Visual Art:
Brooklyn + Jenn Carter + Phil Crawford + Chris Draper + Mike Dupree + James Gates + Chauncey Gholston + Andrew St. Lawrence + Scott Mihalik + Pl@stic + Raskoe + Peter Seay + Swiv + Jules Unique + John Vogl + Bryan Walsh + Jeremiah Yu

Live Music:
Illphonics + So Many Dynamos + Hawthorne Headhunters


DJs:
DJ Reminise + DJ KaseOne + DJ Luxxter

Video Art:
Ryan Powell

Live Art:
them. + Black Spade + Pl@stic

Stage Design:
18andCounting

Curated by:
Stan Chisholm + Kevin McCoy


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2720 Cherokee St.
Friday Nov 26
8p-1:30a
$5 Suggested Donation

Saturday, November 20, 2010

Sloup #10: The Archive this Sunday, November 21

the Archive, "St Louis' newest literary adventure and reading room" is not only hosting Sloup #10, (wow - 10!) but is also providing November's soup!

Soup by Amanda Jerauld, Executive Chef, The Cherokee Peach, currently of kitchen staff at Eclipse Restaurant.

So exciting, so exciting.

So save the date kids: November 21st 6-8 pm 3215 Cherokee Street, 63118

Attend

Apply

Repeat


How It Works:

Sloup is a monthly soup dinner at 2122 Cherokee Street in St. Louis that supports projects, primarily artistic or communicative, that need a little funding and belief. Soup dinners will be on one Sunday a month from 6-8 p.m. Soups will be provided by local establishments, chefs and community members, as well as grant recipients returning to share their projects. We’re asking for a $10 per person donation at each dinner (100% of which will go directly into that month’s Sloup Fund), entitling you to vote on that month’s proposal which excites you the most! Grant proposals will be accepted until the Saturday before the soup.

LETTERPRESS PRINTING – No.1 (2011_NO1) at the Firecracker Press

LETTERPRESS PRINTING – No.1 (2011_NO1). is a comprehensive five week course focusing on the traditional methods of letterpress printing. Students can learn the basics of handsetting metal type, how to make a woodcut or photopolymer plate, mixing ink by hand, and learning the ins and outs of choosing paper. Our Vandercook printing presses and antique platen presses will be available for use. Each student will create an editioned piece of their design to exchange with all students, so everyone leaves the class with a small portfolio of fine prints! No prior experience needed. This is a perfect course to design and handprint just about anything!
Fresh out of ideas? No worries. Our instructor can help you get your creative juices flowing.
DEADLINEJAN. 7th – space is limited.
Course schedule (5 weeks):
TUESDAY evenings from 6:30pm-9pm
January 11th – February 8th
Cost: $195.00
(We provide tools and some ink. You provide
paper and any other materials.)

Sign up here

The Firecracker Press
2838 Cherokee Street
Saint Louis, MO 63118

Thursday, November 18, 2010

TOYS FOR TOTS CANTEEN DANCE At the fabulous Casa Loma Ballroom

SECOND ANNUAL
TOYS FOR TOTS
CANTEEN DANCE
At the fabulous
(3354 Iowa Avenue at Cherokee, St. Louis, MO 63118  314-664-8000)
 
19 November 2010
7:30 -11:30 PM
(complementary dance lessons from 7:45 to 8:30 PM)
 
Featuring:  THE AMBASSADORS OF SWING
 
Bring a new, unwrapped toy or cash donations will be accepted!
1940’s attire and military uniforms are encouraged; full-service cash bar and appetizers available; attendance prizes throughout the evening!
 
Cost:  $15 per person at the door (or $10 plus a toy)

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Important info_SWEET JESUS_Opening this Friday 11/19/2010, 7-10 pm@Lemp Brewery

Important info about
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++++++++Sweet Jesus+++++++++++
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Friday 11/19/2010 @ 7-10 pm
Opening Event w/ performances by Beacon Projects @ 7:30pm & 9pm
Watch live video feed of the performance at
http://www.ustream.tv/channel/im-you-sweet-jesus

Friday 11/19/2010 @ 11-? pm
Afterparty @ The Stable (across Cherokee St. from Lemp)

Saturday 11/20/2010 @ 1-3 pm:
Panel, walking tour, & mimosa sing-along
Featuring: (to be announced)

Saturday 11/20/2010 @ 12-5 pm:
Open Hours
12 pm - 5 pm

Web Site http://www.sweetjesusstl.com/about.html

LOCATION:
Lemp Brewery
3500 Lemp Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63118-3256

HOW TO GET THERE? CLICK ON LINK
http://www.sweetjesusstl.com/maps.html

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++++++++Sweet Jesus+++++++++++
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Directors: Lauren F. Adams, Juan William Chavez, Jake Peterson, Kiersten Torrez

Special Video Curation by: Laura Fried & Matthew Thompson

Participating Artists: Lauren Frances Adams, Beacon Projects, Juan William Chavez, Coble / Riley Projects, William Gass, Sarrita Hunn, Gregg Louis, Tim Ridlen, Mike Schuh, Ryan Thayer, Kiersten Torrez

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+++++SEE YOU AT THE SHOW+++++++
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Monday, November 15, 2010

Union Tree Review, Sleep In Sundays, Nick Bitikofer and Falsetto Boy @ Foam

 Foam says:

Hey we have an awesome show on November 26th Union Tree Review, Sleep In Sundays, Nick Bitikofer and Falsetto Boy @ Foam These are some of the best song writers this city has to offer. So come enjoy your holiday with some sweet sweet music.

 
Time
Friday, November 26 · 6:00pm - 9:30pm

LocationFoam
3359 S. Jefferson
Saint Louis, MO



More InfoCome see rare sets from Nick Bitikofer and Sleep In Sundays (both are in school elsewhere) as well as Falsetto Boy and a stripped down set from Union Tree Review.

Show starts early at 6:30 sharp and is FREE.

Come enjoy your long weekend with some great music and great friends in a relaxed atmosphere.

http://www.myspace.com/sleepinsundays
http://www.myspace.com/falsettoboy
http://www.myspace.com/thesoloextravaganza
http://www.facebook.com/UnionTreeReview

Saturday, November 13, 2010

TONIGHT AT FORT GONDO: RECURRING

BEVERLYEAR YEAR EXHIBITION 11:

RECURRING

NEW WORK BY REBECCA BODICKY, CARRIE KEASLER AND JACKIE WALLACH

OPENING RECEPTION SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 6 - 9 PM

SEASONED FORT G TRIUMVIRATE EXHIBITION FEATURING PHOTOGRAPHY, WOODCUTS AND
WATERCOLORS

EXHIBITION RUNS THROUGH NOVEMBER 30. GALLERY HOURS BY APPOINTMENT @
314.772.3628

FORT GONDO COMPOUND FOR THE ARTS, 3151 CHEROKEE STREET, SAINT LOUIS, MO
63118

Thursday, November 11, 2010

Poetry Reading at the Firecracker Press Series 7

Time
Saturday, December 11 · 2:00pm - 5:00pm

LocationThe Firecracker Press
2838 Cherokee Street
Saint Louis, MO



More InfoJoin us for our LAST poetry reading of the year. SATURDAY December 11th we’ll host readings of two local poets, Buzz Spector and Brett Underwood. While they read we’ll be setting up and printing a broadside of their finest work on our antique presses. What’s more, you get one of these hand-printed works of art for the price of admission!

ONLY $5 (+ tax) per person. Space is limited, so reserve your seat today.

Saturday, December 11th at 2 PM at The Firecracker Press.

Address:
2838 Cherokee Street
Saint Louis, MO 63118
Phone: (314) 776-7271

Opportunities for Artists Dec 11, Off the Wall!

Space is limited, but still available for Artists to set up in the ArtMarket at ArtDimensions' Annual
Off the Wall Event which will be held at the new location, 2720 Cherokee St.

ArtMarket artists pay a flat fee upfront ($40 ArtD member, $55 non) and retain 100% of sales.  We provide a table and the crowd!

Details and submittal form can be found at www.artdimensions.org

Event details below...

This year's event will take place Saturday, December 11, 2010, from 7pm to 1am.

The evening will follow a similar format as previous years with a few twists and improvements. The biggest change this year is the location.  Previously held at St. Louis City Hall, the event this year will be held at ArtDimensions' new home at 2720 Cherokee.  The 15,000 sq ft, 2 floor space was A-Listed as St. Louis’ Best Creative Collaboration by St. Louis Magazine.  This venue is the perfect location for this art, music, and culinary fusion.

Advance tickets may be purchased online at www.artdimensions.org for only $10.
Tickets will be $20.00 on the day of the show.

FIRST FLOOR ENTERTAINMENT
Live Music will include: DJ Alexis Tucci, DJ Chilly C, Dogtown Allstars and Illphonics.
St. Louis’ own Street Dimensions B-boy Competition, the St. Louis Artists' Guild and Concrete Ocean's sketch groups, live art demonstrations and more!

SECOND FLOOR ENTERTAINMENT 
Hip hop and Jazz dance performances by Lift for Life Academy, solo drummer Phillip McIntyre, live art demonstrations, Holiday Cherokee Photobooth.  Woven into this line up of entertainment, ArtDimensions Top Chef, Jonathan Kraft will work with other local culinary experts in creating culinary delights.  The audience will sample the delicious results. You’ll also be able to sample other local restaurants' fare including LaBeeBee's, Joanie's, and Vito's.

EXHIBITIONS 
The ArtD Gallery will host three exhibitions.  The main exhibit, Off the Street, will feature work by top Cherokee Street artists Bryan Walsh, Chris Sabatino  and David Langley, to name a few.

The Off the Wall exhibition will consist of 15 artists' booths, selling hand crafted artwork, jewelry and more. Wrap up that holiday shopping with custom one of a kind items.

The third exhibit will highlight the Art Ambassadors who will be in Indonesia this November.  The documentation of their trip will be on display in the center studio and will include photos, videos, sketches and art created by the participating artists.
 
Upscale evening attire is encouraged and prizes for the most outrageous costumes will be granted at the stroke of midnight.

This year the event will benefit H.I.S. K.I.D.S., Inc., an organization for families affected by childhood cancer. Visit www.hiskidskonnection.org for more information. Canned food donations at the door will “buy” raffle tickets for the grand prize: a deluxe wine basket.

Partners
Loyal Family, 2720, StreetKingz, RFT, SAUCE, YELP, Taste Central, Red Bull, PBR, SLAG, Mississippi Mud House, LaBeeBee's, Joanie's, Vito's. And a special thanks to Illphonics, Dogtown Allstars, St. Louis Artists' Guild, Concrete Ocean and Chef Jonathan Kraft.
                           

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

SWEET JESUS!! @ Lemp Brewery Nov 19th

Sweet Jesus November 19, 2010 – November 20, 2010

Historic Lemp Brewery, St. Louis, MO

Co-directed By:
Lauren Frances Adams, Juan William Chavez, Jake Peterson, & Kiersten Torrez

ST. LOUIS, MO: 19 Contemporary artists from across the United States will be participating in one of the largest independent art events in St. Louis history. 33,000 sq. ft. and four massive, unfinished sections of Historic Lemp Brewery will house this two day event.

Lemp Brewery will open its gates on Friday, November 19th, at 7pm. This two-day art exhibition features local and national installation, multimedia and performance artists. Sweet Jesus is organized by local cultural workers as a platform for focusing international attention to the unique resources and culture of the St. Louis independent art movement. Drawing its name from the found graffiti of former disenchanted youth that used the expansive brewery as an underground party mecca, Sweet Jesus attempts to recapture this energy in the form of a spontaneous 24 hour art happening. Artwork will be installed on four sections and three floors of the raw industrial space that formerly housed the brewery's ice house, storage, and processing facilities.

Artists in this group exhibition include: Lauren Frances Adams (St. Louis, MO), Beacon Projects (New York, NY), Juan William Chavez (St. Louis, MO), Coble/Riley Projects (Copenhagen, Denmark and New York, NY), William Gass (St. Louis), Sarrita Hunn (St. Louis), Gregg Louis (New York, NY), Tim Ridlen (New York, NY), Mike Schuh (Chicago, IL), Ryan Thayer (St. Louis, MO), Kiersten Torrez (St. Louis, MO). Video selections by guest curators Laura Fried (St. Louis, MO) and Matthew Thompson (Aspen, CO).

On November 19th, there will be an opening party from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Performances by Beacon Projects scheduled at 7:30pm and 9:00pm will be broadcast live on the web. Open hours on Saturday, November 20th will feature a discussion and walking tour with guest panel, inspirational sing-along, and mimosa toast from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Sweet Jesus, is organized by Lauren Frances Adams (Founder of Cosign Projects and Assistant Professor of Painting at Washington University), Juan William Chavez (Artist, Cultural Activist and Founder of Boots Contemporary Art Space), Jake Peterson (Assistant Curator of Cosign Projects and Lead Designer at Arsenal Studios), and Kiersten Torrez (Visitor Services Manager at the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis). Guest curators include Laura Fried (Associate Curator at the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis) and Matthew Thompson (Associate Curator at the Aspen Art Museum). The exhibition is on view Friday, November 19, 2010 7-10pm and Saturday, November 20, 2010 12pm-5pm. Admission is free.

Sweet Jesus is generously supported by Arsenal Studios (http://www.arsenalstudios.com) and Historic Lemp Brewery.

For more information, please visit:

Exhibition website: www.sweetjesusstl.com
Sweet Jesus on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Saint-Louis-MO/SweetJesus/154037334633285

Sweet Jesus on Twitter: http://twitter.com/SweetJesusSTL

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Dramatic reading at Black Bear Bakery - November 13

‎*Words On Purpose*- Saturday, Nov. 13 at 4 pm at Black Bear Bakery (2639 Cherokee).
The dramatic reading of Alien Hand Syndrome, an award winning play by Michael Erickson, and the performance of Eronosis, a feminist comedy by Elva Maxine Beach (author of Neurotica) and Kat Dunne Ross (former literary manager of Splinter Group of Chicago)
 
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