Artist Reception & Gallery Talk March 1, 6pm Refreshments & Live Music Free admission, sponsored by Friends of the Art Center On view February 6 - May 6, 2019 Forsberg Riverside Galleries Science of Surprise is an immersive installation of light, reflection, and contemplation paired with an exhibition of large-scale mixed media artworks created by artist Christa Reuel. Using themes of water as a springboard, Reuel's works serve as visual metaphors of the dualities, multiplicities, order and chaos found in…
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Join us on Friday, March 1 at 6pm for the Artist Reception. Enjoy refreshments and live music, sponsored by Friends of the Art Center. Free admission Autodadamatica by Allyn Slack - Dada Horta On view March 1 - August 2, 2019 Longfellow Concourse The 85 sketchbooks on display represent 6 years (2012-present) of conceptual Dada and a multitude of surrealist studies that inform and build upon each other. They are an exploration of Allyn Slack's curiosity of speed within his…
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Dictators & Dreamers By Jennifer Lynn Bates On view February 19-April 20, 2019 On display at two locations: Waterloo Center for the Arts Rotary-Lichty Gallery and Hawkeye Community College Van G. Miller Adult Learning Center Joint Opening Reception March 15, 2019 Waterloo Center for the Arts 5:30-6:30pm - Happy hour, wine, & light hors d'oeuvres Hawkeye Community College Van G. Miller Adult Learning Center 120 Jefferson Street, Waterloo 6:30-8pm - Reception & light refreshments 6:45pm - Artist Talk with Jennifer…
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This delightful new exhibit showcases original artwork by Caldecott award-winning artist and illustrator Ed Emberley. Having produced over 100 books throughout his "storied" career, Emberley believes that everyone can learn to draw, and his books have been inspiring the young and the "young-at-art" to do just that since the early 1960's. Some of Emberley's most popular titles include Bye-Bye, Big Bad Bullybug!, Go Away, Big Green Monster, Great Thumbprint Drawing Book, and Drummer Hoff. Through art and artifacts, as well…
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Enjoy special $1 admission to the Phelps Youth Pavilion. All this fun is sponsored by the R.J. McElroy Trust. For a list of participating downtown attractions, visit worldsgreatestspringbreakforkids.com. March 18-22 Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm WCA Members: Free admission to the Phelps Youth Pavilion Non-members: $1/person
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Sip wine, chat with friends, and create art you can take home. Price is for one evening of class and two glasses of wine. WCA Members: $16, Non-members: $20 Call 319.291.4490 to register 3 days prior to session
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Discover the possibilities of precious metal clay. You will learn the basics of PMC and create your very own pendants or earrings. Remember to bring along a lunch and an idea or two of something you'd like to create. WCA Members: $44; plus $32 materials fee paid to instructor Non-members: $55; plus $32 materials fee paid to instructor Instructor: Rhonda Scott Call 319.291.4490 to register by March 27
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Experience the amazing and diverse cultures of the Cedar Valley at CultureFest. This free family event will include samples of ethnic foods and cultural performances by local students and artists. The event will also feature our annual All-School Art Exhibition showcasing the talents of Waterloo K-12 students. Free admission
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Every bunny loves brunch! Join the biggest bunny of all - the Easter Bunny for brunch and special "bunny-riffic" craft activities at the Waterloo Center for the Arts! WCA Members: $8/person, Non-members: $10/person; includes same-day admission to the Phelps Youth Pavilion Call 319.291.4490 to register by April 9
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Sip wine, chat with friends, and create art you can take home. Price is for one evening of class and two glasses of wine. WCA Members: $16, Non-members: $20 Call 319.291.4490 to register 3 days prior to session
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