Lowell Handmade Art, Music, Film, Food, Culture & More in Boston's Favorite Mill City: Upcoming Events in Greater Lowell, August 25

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Upcoming Events in Greater Lowell, August 25

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"Old age is like climbing a mountain. The higher you get, the more tired and breathless you become, but your view becomes much more extensive."

-- Ingmar Bergman

Discover Lowell 2010

Be sure not to miss our next Discover Lowell event, the Buy Art! tours during Lowell Open Studios. While there, have your Discover Lowell Event Pass validated and get one step closer to winning our Discover Lowell raffle prize! Click here for complete details!

Get on the bus! Join the Buy Art. Buy Lowell tour

Curious about where in Lowell to find local art to show off your space? Interested in seeing how a few local companies feature art that helps boost their bottom line? Come explore the opportunities to buy art that will enhance your space and support the local arts community. Light refreshments will be served.
RSVP to: Joseph Cutrufo, jcutrufo@lowellma.gov
More Information: www.cultureiscool.org

Book sale and signing, August 26

Be sure to mark your calendars for the third annual Local Authors Book Sale and Signing at the Haverhill Public Library from 4 - 8:30pm. Authors will be reading passages from their books and autographed copies will be available.
More Information: www.haverhillpl.org

"Concerts on the Corner" continue, August 26

This Thursday, catch the classic American music of Ralph Funaro and Connie Diamond at Athenian Corner's outdoor "Concerts on the Corner" series. Music starts at 6:30pm and is free and open to the public.
More information: www.atheniancorner.com

CTI seeks nominations for "local heroes"

Do you know a hero among us? Community Teamwork, Inc. is seeking nominations for their 2010 Local Heroes awards given to people, businesses and organizations that amaze and inspire us by consistently going above and beyond ordinary expectations to make our community a better place for everyone. Nominations close August 31.
More information: www.comteam.org

Live music at Beerworks

Enjoy live music on the patio in an intimate open air setting. Upcoming artists include Mike Gracek (Aug. 28), Brian Weeks (Sept. 4) and The Flip (Sept. 10).
More Information: www.beerworks.net

2010 Lowell Summer Music Series

There are only a few weeks left for the 2010 Lowell Summer Music Series and it continues this weekend with musical performances by Marcia Ball and Natalie MacMaster. Don't miss Sunday afternoon's performance of Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night."
More information: www.lowellsummermusic.org

Lowell will rock for food! August 29, 4-11pm

Four bands, no cover, great cause! Come to Brian's Ivy Hall for a great night benefitting WorldPEAS CSA and Merrimack Valley Food Bank. Whether you bring a can or box of food or donate $10 toward the cause, you will help them help others.
More Information: www.lowellwillrockforfood.com

Grantwriting workshops, Sept. 2 & Oct. 7

The Lowell Cultural Council will host 2 grant workshops in anticipation of the upcoming 2011 grant cycle. Workshops take place at the Mayor's Reception Room at City Hall, Lowell. Sessions begin promptly at 6:30pm. RSVP's are required if attending a session. Email: lowellculturalcouncil@lowellma.gov
More Information: www.mass-culture.org/Lowell

First Saturday at Western Avenue Studios, Sept. 4

On the first Saturday of every month, Western Avenue Studios opens its doors to the public from 12 noon-5pm. Browse through six floors of studio space and visit with over 180 artists working in a variety of disciplines, media, and styles!
More Information: www.westernavenuestudios.com

Job postings at NEFA

The New England Foundation for the Arts has job openings for New England Services Coordinator, Program Coordinator, National Dance Project, and Finance & Information Technology Manager. NEFA is committed to hiring individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities it serves, and is an equal opportunity employer.
More information: http://www.nefa.org/who_we_are/jobs

Outdoor screening of "No Impact Man," September 14

See the award-winning documentary No Impact Man which chronicles the highly publicized story of Colin Beavan and Michelle Conlin who embarked on a controversial year-long "No Impact Project" to reduce their carbon footprint to zero by completely giving up their Manhattan lifestyle.
More Information: www.lowellfilmcollaborative.org

Enterprise Bank Seminar for Non-profits, Sept. 14 & 17

Information Services Director of Enterprise Bank, Keith N. Soucie, will facilitate a peer-sharing session on current technology challenges facing non-profits. Seminars are free and take place in Tewksbury (Sept. 14) and Gardner (Sept. 17) from 8-10am.
Registration and more information: Andrew Duncan, 978-459-9000 ext. 4582 or andrew.duncan@ebtc.com

Riverdance at the Tsongas Center, October 16 at 7pm

For one night only at the Tsongas Center, world famous Riverdance take the stage alongside an incredible cast of world champion figure skaters. As a supporter of the Cultural Organization of Lowell, you can take advantage of group pricing offering $5 off regular face value. For tickets, click here and use the promotional code "COOL."
More information: Jane Comeau, 978-934-5751

Betsy Bloomingdale and the Haute Couture at ATHM

Get a rare and fascinating glimpse into the personal world of style of Betsy Bloomingdale, one of America's most celebrated socialites and fashion icons. See magnificent designs from the couture houses of Givenchy, Chanel, Dior, Valentino, Yves Saint Laurent, and many more, worn to celebrated occasions, including the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer.
More information: www.athm.org

Tickets on sale now for Garrison Keillor

Share an exciting afternoon with Garrison Keillor at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium on Sun., March 6, 2011 at 3pm. Tickets range from $30.50 to $56.50 and go on sale Mon., August 23 at 10am. Tickets may be purchased in person at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium box office or online at www.lowellauditorium.com.
More information: www.lowellauditorium.com

Pink Floyd Experience comes to Lowell, February 25

Tickets are on sale for The Pink Floyd Experience at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium on Fri., Feb. 25, 2011 at 8pm. Tickets may be purchased in person at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium box office or by calling 978-454-2299 or online at www.lowellauditorium.com.
More Information: www.lowellauditorium.com

Call to artists

"Rock/Paper/Scissors"
Deadline: Aug. 31, 2010 (Space is limited)
Lowell Poetry Network is once again combining other media with our poetry and we invite you to take part. The theme is "Rock/Paper/Scissors," we ask that your offerings relate in some way to that theme - however you interpret it. If you will be taking part, please send your name, phone number, a description of your proposed work (including the space required) and any special considerations via email to gallery@lowellpoetrynetwork.org.
More Information: www.lowellpoetrynetwork.org

Grant Opportunity
Deadline: Sept. 24, 2010
National Association of Latino Arts and Culture Fund for the arts Offers Grants for Artists and Nonprofits.Grants of up to $10,000 will be awarded to Latino artists and arts organizations for the creation or presentation of artistic works, organizational capacity-building, or professional development.
More Information: http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=304100004

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