LV Mirror Promo for Chen Show

The Allentown Chen Arts Group presents Metamorphosis at the Antonio Salemme Foundation in downtown Allentown. Show opens Saturday and runs through Feb. 4. Check out some of the artwork on this week's LV Mirror, just click here.

Chen Opening of METAMORPHOSIS onJanuary 21, 2012. Join Us!

Saturday, January 21st at the

Antonio Salemme Foundation
542 Hamilton Street, Suite 203
Allentown, PA 18101 

Featuring the artwork of 23 local artists (including Janet Barna, 

Alison Bessesdotter, Veronica Budihas, Steven Condra, 

Eilleen Cressman-Reeder, Janet-Dean Cantalini. Zehra Follweiler, 

Heather Haas, Ana Hamilton, Kate Hughes, Kevin James, Chris P. Jones, 

EA Kafkalas, Tracey Lopez, Rafael Lopez Jr., Georgine Miller, Elly Moloy, 

Delano H. Morgan, Monica Santos-Narvaez, Tara Shuey, Michele Neifert, 

Ted Odossey, Susan Weaver, and Rob Williams). Works range from photography, 

art quilting, paintings, ceramics, and more.

Master guitarist Frank DiBussolo, an eight-time Grammy nominee, 

and some of his students from the charter school 

will be providing the music for the evening.

The event is from 7pm - 10 pm, 

There is free parking behind the Salemme Foundation, 

and a backdoor entrance with elevator 

for those of you who can't take the stairs.

If you can't join us on the 21st. There will be a closing reception
Saturday, February 4th from 2 pm - 5 pm.
Featuring readings by local poets.

Gallery hours are Mon - Fri, from 11 am to 2 pm from Jan 23-Feb 3.

Fundraiser for PA Coalition Against Rape

Sexual Abuse Poetry Night is scheduled for this year. It’s a night for survivors of sexual abuse to come together as a community and break the silence for one night. We read poetry, we hear music, we drink coffee and eat snacks, and this year we will be hearing from artists and enjoying some abuse and healing-related art. It’s open to teens and adults, and no pressure just come and listen or get up and read a poem or two.

This event is a fundraiser for PA Coalition Against Rape. Please pass it along to family, friends or clients, whoever is drawn to poetry and needs a little community.

Jazz Performance

THE DAVE LIEBMAN GROUP performs on Friday, January 20, 2012, at 7:30 PM, in the Rodale Community Room of the Allentown Symphony Hall.

Dave, who will be playing the music of Miles Davis and John Coltrane that evening, has had numerous awards, an honorary doctorate, GRAMMYS, and the nation's highest honor in Jazz: The Jazz Master Award from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Joining him will be Marko Marcinko on drums, Tony Marino on bass, and Phil Markowitz on piano.

Call today to reserve your ticket, 610. 432. 6715 : $20 Advance/$25 At Door for 2 sets, hors d'oeuvres, cash bar.

January Exhibit Opening at Allentown Art Works

Allentown Art Works January Exhibit Opening Featuring Curator and Local Artist Anthony Donnelly on Friday, January 13th from 5:30-7:30 pm

2012 is going to be THE year for arts in the Lehigh Valley and the Art Works has become the gallery for local artists! Each month a different local artist will be given the "keys" to the shop to create their own show. As Art Works has been organically evolving, Anthony Donnelly has graciously accepted the last minute challenge for January and will be joined by the following artists Katy Molinaro, Wendy Smale, Robert Riegel, Jess Echevarria, Nicole Bogac and Victor Fritch!

We will be offering a sampling of Burrito and Coffee Works fare during this event (courtesy of the Fegley Family).

The opening of this show coincides with Allentown's Restaurant Week which is also now incorporating local art too! Be sure to stop in the Allentown Brew Works (Chris P. Jones), Sangria (Bobby Zeik) and Made in Brazil (Brandon Wunder) to see 3 local artists who were part of our December show on display from 5 - 7 pm in these venues.

Art Works is at 818 W. Hamilton Street, inside Fegley's Burrito Works. Be sure to friend us on Facebook to keep up to date on local art happenings!

Minutes from the Sunday, January 8th Chen Meeting

The meeting took place at Hava Java - 526 N 19th Street, Allentown, 12pm-2pm.

Attendees: Heather Haas, Tracey Lopez, Rafael Lopez, Alison Bessesdotter, Zehra Follweiler, Ana Hamilton, Kate Hughes, Delano Morgan, Monica Santos-Narvaez, Janet Dean-Cantalini, EA Kafkalas.

A brief discussion of the pros and cons of becoming a non-profit was discussed prior to the start of the actual meeting but tabled for a future meeting after the upcoming show.

The meeting was then turned to talk of the upcoming Metamorphosis show.
Deadline for entry was January 7, 2012. At that point in time, we had collected enough to pay Joseph Skrapits $150 for the rental of the space, and have a $20 balance. It is anticipated that if other artists who have shown an interest in participating submit their work and payment, we could net an additional $150. The need to set and stick to deadlines was discussed for future shows to help with effective budget planning.

Drop off times were set for Saturday, January 14th 11am – 3pm and Sunday, January 15th 2pm – 5pm. Sunday the 15th coincides with Salemme’s Figure Drawing Class. Anyone is also welcome to participate in the class.

Artwork may be picked up after 5pm when the show ends. No artwork will be released until the Closing Reception ends on Saturday, February 4th at 5pm. For those unable to attend the closing or pick-up that day, an alternate pick up date was set for Sunday, Feb 5th 2-5 pm (again to coincide with the Salemme Figure Drawing Class).

Ana Hamilton needs volunteers to help man the gallery during lunchtime, Mon thru Friday, 11 am - 2 pm, Jan 23rd - Feb 3rd. If you have time and can volunteer, contact Ana directly at anahamiltonart@gmail.com.

Kate Hughes discussed postering so far. She has done Main Street in Bethlehem and Dick Blick, and is looking for volunteers to help cover other areas. She has both postcards and posters available. The idea of keeping a master list of which businesses take posters / postcards and which do not for future shows was discussed. Coordinate that information with Kate. Alison Bessesdotter offered to maintain the list. If you need posters/ postcards, please also contact Kate directly at intoxikatephotos@gmail.com.

Tracey Lopez discussed the Opening Reception. She currently has 5 volunteers for the opening. She will be sending out an email to the entire group to outline the needs for both the opening and closing. Georgine (via email) is donating disposables, Zehra is donating deviled eggs and crudite, Janet is donating punch and ice (with a punch bowl), Heather is donating a box of wine, others mentioned contacting her to donate additional food items. Alison B. offered to setup a food list spreadsheet for Tracey.

House of Chen will not be able to contribute any food for the opening since it conflicts with Chinese New year weekend. Tracey will ask Jenny about contributing for the closing.

Tracey also needs volunteers for the closing night reception. If you can provide food, and/or volunteer to serve, please contact Tracey directly at traceymlopez@gmail.com.

Options for raising funds for the receptions were discussed. Alison suggested selling roses at the door as a way to raise some funds. Kate suggested contacting supermarkets to ask if they would contribute something to the receptions.

The procedure for sales from the show was discussed so those sitting for gallery hours will know what needs to be done. There will be a book with a list of works with artist name and contact information. Should a buyer wish to make a purchase, their name, phone number and email will be taken down and then the artist will be contacted. It will be up to the artist to contact the buyer to finalize the sale after January 4th.

Neither Salemme nor Chen Arts require a commission from sales. Del suggested we take commission for future shows to help offset costs. At this time Chen is not setup administratively for that. This was tabled for future discussion.

Other publicity was discussed. Kate Hughes will be on 90.3 WXLV from 6am - 9am on Fri, January 20th. So tune in to listen: www.wxlvradio.com. Discussion was made about using WDIY to post an ad about the show in their art community listing.

The Lehigh Valley Mirror wishes to do an interview and photograph some of the artwork. Ellen will set that up with them, hopefully for the weekend of the artwork drop off.

Alison offered to send information to the East Penn Press and Morning Call.

Ellen will make Alison a Facebook administrator, so that she can create a Facebook event and a group invite.

The meeting lasted an hour, and no future meeting was scheduled as we need to focus on the Metamorphosis show.

Drop Off Dates for Chen Metamorphosis Show

Artwork for the Chen Metamorphosis show should be dropped off

Saturday, Jan 14th ... 11am - 3 pm,

or

Sunday, Jan 15 .... 2pm - 5 pm


at

The Antonio Salemme Foundation,

542 Hamilton St., suite 203, Allentown, PA.

enter through the back door, where the parking lot is.

REMEMBER ARTWORK THAT IS NOT DRY & READY TO BE GALLERY HUNG WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

VOLUNTEERS FOR CHEN SHOW NEEDED

You should have received an announcement for the next Chen Arts show: “METAMORPHOSIS”  which is has been scheduled for Sat, Jan 21 to Sat, Feb 4, 2012

Just a reminder that the Deadline for submissions and payment is Saturday, January 7th & Sunday, January 8th.

A requirement of participating in the show, is serving on a committee, the following committees are looking for Volunteers:

--Opening Night Reception Committee will be chaired by Tracey Lopez, please email her directly at  traceymlopez@gmail.com if you are interested in serving.

--Manning the Gallery Hours Committee will be chaired by Ana Hamilton, please email her directly at anahamiltonart@gmail.com if you are  interested in serving.

-- Publicity Committee will be chaired by Kate Hughes, who now has posters, and will soon have postcards, she will need help in getting the word out. If you are interested in serving on her committee, please email her directly at intoxikatephotos@gmail.com

CHEN ARTIST HOSTS WINTER HOME SALE

Happy Holidays! Holly Groome warmly invites you to join in support of our local artists and crafters in a Winter Home Sale!

Located at her home in South Allentown; not far from the AutoMile/South Mall.

In addition to lots of gorgeous little things available for your
last-minute holiday shopping, we’ll have snacks/refreshments as well as craft projects for the kids. Also great for marketing your own business/art/craft and networking.

All details are on the flyer seen here.. Please feel free to pass on to your friends & family. She hopes to make this one a success so they can have many more in the coming years! So please join them!

Cheers!

Dec 10 NEWVOX ART GALLERY HOLIDAY GIFT SHOW

NewVox Art Gallery is hosting our first Holiday Gift show this Saturday December 10th, 6:30-10pm. You are invited to join us for an artist reception and some holiday festivities featuring fine art, handmade jewelry, and handcrafted gifts.

Friday Dec. 16th "Three Bands + Art" 7-10pm

Live music from 3 fantastic bands, We Are in Envelopes, Rosabelle, & Everyone Sitting Pretty

Parking is available to the public at the lot on the corner of W. 4th and Wyandotte Streets and across the street at the McDonalds.

We look forward to seeing you,

Reinaldo

DEC 9 DAVE ROPER TRIO AT SYMPHONY HALL

Friday evening (December 9th), The Dave Roper Trio will be the next Jazz Cabaret in the Rodale Room, at Allentown Symphony Hall (7:30 PM).

This promises to be a Holiday Treat for you and your friends so hurry and reserve your seats, because Dave is always very popular in the Lehigh Valley. He was the 2008 Ovation Award winner - Performer of the Year; he has performed here for 5 decades; and his audiences love his eclectic repertoire of jazzy interpretations of the American Songbook, Broadway, and Hollywood hits.

Tickets are $20advance/$25 at door for 2 sets, hors d'oeuvres, and a cash bar. Call 610-432-6715 to reserve your tickets. This would make a wonderful gift! Bring your friends.

Concannon Miller, Artist Sponsor. Terri Purdy and Ray Wolf, Food Sponsor

THE NEXT CHEN ARTS MEETING

The next chen show METAMORPHOSIS has been set. You all should have received an email with the information and paper work.

Show Dates: Sat, Jan 21 to Sat, Feb 4, 2012. 

Opening Night reception: Sat, Jan 21, 2012 from 7 - 10 pm

Closing Night reception: Sat, Feb 4, 2012 from 2 -5 pm 

Drop off would be: Sat, Jan 14 & Sun, Jan 15, 2012. 

Pick up would be after the show on Sat, Feb 4, 2012 (all work must hang until the show closes)

Hanging would be Friday, Feb 3, 2012 from 7-10 pm

Submission Fee: $15

The next meeting of the Chen Group will be Sunday, December 4th at Hava Java on 19th Street (across from Civic Theatre) from 1pm-3pm. 

• Heather will be discussing her interactive piece, which will hopefully provide us with fodder for the name change we all our planning on making. 
• We’ll also be discussing entertainment for the opening and closing receptions. Joe has offered to go 50/50 with us on the musicians that played at the last Chen show. And we’re looking for suggestions for the other evening.
• Advertising/ PR for the event
• And more.

If you would like to participate in some way, and cannot make the meeting, please let Ellen Ann know, just send an email to: eakafkalas@gmail.com

Thanks,

Ellen Ann via Chen Arts

CALL FOR ARTISTS: The Next Chen Arts Show "METAMORPHOSIS"

The next Chen Arts show: “METAMORPHOSIS” has been scheduled for Sat, Jan 21 to Sat, Feb 4, 2012

So get your submissions in!

The Opening Night Reception will be Saturday, January 21st 7pm-10pm. Closing Day Reception will be Saturday, February 4 from 2-5 pm, with pick up that evening after the show closes.

The show will be at the Antonio Salemme Foundation, 542 Hamilton St., suite 203, Allentown, PA.

Entry Requirements:

Submissions should be ready to hang.

There is room for small sculptures or 3-dimensional works able to stand on a 12” x 12” pedestal.

Send 3 photos (file size no larger than 2MB) to eakafkalas@gmail.com. 

If you do not have email, please mail the photos to E.A. Kafkalas, 112 S Madison Street, Allentown, PA 18102.

The entry fee is $15. Please make checks payable to EA Kafkalas.

Mail payments to: 112 S Madison Street, Allentown, PA 18102 

Deadline for submissions and payment is Saturday, January 7th.

Depending on the number of submissions, we may only have room for one of your submissions. Paperwork is attached, and should be completed and submitted on the day you drop artwork off. 

Volunteer Requirements:

In addition to the fee, all artists entering are required to volunteer for one (or more) of the following committees:

--Receiving Artwork
--Hanging
--Opening Night Reception
--Manning the Gallery

Let me know which committee(s) you are interested in serving on at the time of submission, and a phone number and/or email where you can be reached.

Thank you,

Ellen Ann 

Note: Submission forms are available by emailing chenarts.info@gmail.com or eakafkalas@gmail.com. 

THE LEHIGH VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTH EXPO 2011

The Lehigh Valley Community Health Expo - The LV COMMUNITY HEALTH EXPO 2011 will be an educational, yet entertaining event for ALL ages! It will be held at THE HYATT PLACE, 45 W. North Street, Bethlehem, PA on 11/12/11. Doors will open from 12:00-6:00pm. This event is FREE to the public.

The LEHIGH VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTH EXPO 2011 will be an educational, yet entertaining event for ALL ages! It will be held at THE HYATT PLACE at 45 W. North Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 on November 12, 2011. Doors will be open from 12:00 noon to 6:00pm. This event will be FREE to the public.

The LEHIGH VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTH EXPO 2011 will highlight:

• Health Care Organizations
• Caregivers
• Healthy Products 
• Preventative Health
• Local Health/Wellness Businesses

Music, food, children's activities, artists, and community organizations will be on hand to educate, demonstrate, and facilitate. There will be a stage for local entertainers to perform and we will feature panel discussions from area healthcare professionals. 

The proceeds will benefit the participating organizations/groups. We are, currently, seeking companies, health practitioners, and vendors to participate in this event. In addition, small/large businesses and community organizations are encouraged to come out, network, and meet the public.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

ALFONSO TODD AND ASSOCIATES / 484.619.6541      

www.lvhealthexpo.com

ART FOR EVERYONE - ART AUCTION PREVIEW

ART FOR EVERYONE
Art Auction Preview 

HOT DOG! - An Affordable Art Auction

Join us for a preview!
All work available at "Buy it now" prices!
Previews: Saturday, November 5, 2011: Noon-4pm
Sunday, November 6, 2011: Noon-2pm

Auction Date: Sunday, November 6, 2011 (2-5pm)

Location: Merchants Square Mall,
1901 S. 12th Street - Allentown, PA

Auctioneer: Tom Hall Auctions, Inc.

Refreshments available for purchase.

FREE ADMISSION

For further information please contact:
Randall Forte, Executive Director, Lehigh Valley Arts Council
610-437-5915 / rforte@LVArtsCouncil.org

This event is sponsored by:A-Treat, Boulevard Frame & Art, Thurston Royce Gallery of Fine Art
Tom Hall Auctions, Weyerbacher & Yocco's

Lehigh Valley Arts Council

840 Hamilton Street, Suite 201
Allentown, PA 18101

www.LVArtsCouncil.org

Opportunity For Artist Studio Space In Allentown on Hamilton

We had a great turnout for our previous Chen Arts meeting in October. One of the meeting items was a discussion around potential artist studio space in Allentown. Here is some more information from one of the meeting attendees if you are looking for space: 

As I said at your meeting, I'm looking to rent some space in 808 Hamilton and I want to incorporate some Artist space in the project.  Spaces will approx $250 per month and I am working with someone to put a recording studio (maybe video also) on site.  This would all be on the 3rd flr while the Club/Bar would be on the 2nd flr.  The Bar would be able to serve the entire building allowing your opening to have full bar status.  I will show some 2nd run/independent movies, as well as other specialty events.  I envision an mini Banana Factory, kind of like a Bougament Mill.  If anyone has questions or interest feel free to give me a call at 415-756-4882. Thanks for your time! -Thomas

If you are interested in supporting the arts in Allentown, or increasing your presence as an artist through studio space, please get in touch with Thomas at the number provided above. 

The Allentown Chen Arts Group

chenarts.info@gmail.com

UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS IN OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER

NewVox Art Gallery Events and Happenings

Here are the latest events and happenings at NewVox Art Gallery. 

Wed. Oct. 26th Artist Salon

Fri.    Oct. 28th Music at NewVox

Sat.   Nov. 5th Women's fitness and Nutrition class

Sat.   Nov. 12th Pinholed and Obscura 

Next Jazz Cabaret

The next Jazz Cabaret will be November 18, 2011, 7:30 PM, in the Rodale Community Room of the Allentown Symphony Hall on 6th Street between Hamilton and Linden Streets. 

The artist performing is FRANK DI BUSSOLO & Friends.  Frank is renowned as a guitarist for Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Diana Ross, Diane Carol, Vicky Carr, Bob Hope, George Burns, and Dom DeLouise.  We know him in the valley as a faculty member of the Performing Arts High School in Bethlehem.     

Frank's group will bring down the house, call to reserve your tickets NOW because it will sell out!

Tickets $20 advance/$25 at door, includes 2 sets, hors d'oeuvres, and cash bar.  Call 610. 432-6715. Artist Sponsor:  Susquehanna Bank

REMINDER: CHEN ARTS GROUP MEETING THIS SATURDAY!

This update is a reminder about our next meeting THIS SATURDAY: October 22nd at 6:30pm at the House of Chen Restaurant. At this meeting we will be discussing:

• The possibility of a group show in early 2012. And another possible show in the spring of 2012.  
• To discuss the Chen Arts Group in general and whether members still have interest in meeting once a month and to also get feedback on ideas some current members have for the future of the group. 

If you are interested in attending the October 22nd meeting (in three days), please RSVP to chenarts.info@gmail.com and let us know if you will be attending. If you have already RSVP'd then no further action is necessary---I have added you to the meeting list for Saturday. 

For those who would like to attend but who have not RSVP'd, the rsvp process is to assess every one's interest in attending the meeting and for an accurate headcount for the restaurant. 

Additionally, the Chen Arts blog has been updated with a new look and slightly different format for ease-of-use. Please let us know if you are interested in attending the meeting and we look forward to seeing everyone on the 22nd! New members are also welcome!

Thanks again,

The Chen Arts Group

UPCOMING EVENTS - Theatre | Art Auction | Next Chen Meeting

UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS

Into the Dark

Presented By: Touchstone Theatre

Location: 321 East 4th Street. Bethlehem, PA 18015

Created and Performed by the Touchstone Ensemble

As the dry, crumbling leaves of autumn fall and the shadows lengthen, Touchstone proudly presents an eerie evening of experimental theatre. Our chilling cast of characters, suspenseful stories, and haunting vignettes explore the depths of terror that lurk within the human soul.

Sunday, October 16th - 2:00PM Performance Only

Limited Seating - $9.99

Click here for tickets.

ART FOR EVERYONE - ART AUCTION

Sunday The Lehigh Valley Arts Council is inviting local artists and art collectors to consign paintings, prints, photographs and other two-dimensional art to a live auction to benefit local artists and the Lehigh Valley Arts Council.

This is an opportunity to promote and sell the work of local artists just in time for the holidays, while benefiting the region's flagship organization that promotes the arts and advocates its value to the community.

Location: Merchants Square Mall, Allentown

Auction date: Sunday, November 6, 2011; 2 - 5 pm

Previews: Saturday, November 5, 2011: Noon - 4pm; Sunday, November 6, 2011: Noon - 2pm

Click here for more information on this event.

CHEN ARTS GROUP NEXT MEETING

New and returning members of the Chen Arts Group are invited to attend our next meeting on October 22nd at 6:30pm held at the House of Chen Restaurant. We will be discussing upcoming group exhibit opportunities in early 2012 in addition to the spring of 2012. Members will also have the opportunity to discuss new ideas to help shape the direction of the group. Whether you are new and would like to join the group, or if you are a returning member, please email chenarts.info@gmail.com to RSVP to this event. Thanks!

Next Chen Arts Group Meeting: October 22nd 2011 - Please RSVP/Attend

The next Chen Arts meeting will be held on October 22nd at 6:30pm at the House of Chen Restaurant. At this meeting we would like to discuss:

• The possibility of a group show in early 2012 and another possible group show in the spring of 2012. We would like to gauge interest and potential participation in this event.
• To discuss the Chen Arts Group in general and whether members still have interest in meeting once a month and/or if members have any ideas for the future of the group.

If you are interested in attending the October 22nd meeting (in about a week and a half), please email chenarts.info@gmail.com and let us know if you will be attending. We can then make a reservation for the group at the House of Chen restaurant. Recent group participation in the meetings has been lower, and part of the goal of this meeting and the rsvp process is to assess every one's interest in continuing the group, as well as to discuss ideas for 2012. New members are also welcome! Please let us know if you are interested and we look forward to seeing everyone on the Saturday the 22nd!