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August 8th, 2007: Summer Membership Meeting
You are invited to WCAA Summer Quarterly Membership meeting and Wine Tour at the Calkins Creek Vineyard in Milanville on Wednesday Aug 8th from 6 pm to 8 pm. Here is an opportunity to hear about upcoming fall programs and events, take the wine tour and share your ideas and vision with other WCAA members. For directions, check out the map at: www.calkinscreekvineyard.com or contact the WCAA office.
August 18th, 2007: "Hour Town" Public Art Auction
Save this date for a truly one of a kind event!
The Wayne Co. Arts Alliance will host HOUR TOWN, its’ 4th annual public art auction on Saturday, Aug. 18th at 7:00 pm. The auction will be held at the Honesdale High School with doors opening at 6:00 pm for preview. The auction offers something for everyone and features the Hour Town clocks decorated by 75 WCAA artist members. WCAA is a non-profit arts organization whose vision ‘is to enrich the community through the arts’ and the public art auction is our major fund-raiser. Come join in the excitement of an auction, get an excellent deal on art and benefit a good cause at the same time.
Aug. 27th, 2007: Writer's Workshop
The Wayne County Arts Alliance is offering a monthly writing and creativity circle. The Writer's Workshop is open to all WCAA members who are interested in exploring creativity and writing in a playful, nuturing and non-competitive environment. This month's theme is: To Outline or Not to Outline. Join us for a free exchange of ideas and constructive feedback on your work. Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of each month from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the WCAA office, 742 Main St. Suite 201, Honesdale. For more information call the office at: 253-6850 or contact Jeanne Arnold at: jeanne@nep.net.
The Wayne County Arts Alliance is pleased to announce that Monday Night Cinema fall series will begin September 10th and continue through December 17th at Cinema Six in Honesdale. beginning September 10th through December 17th.
Monday Night Cinema is a Hollywood alternative, bringing Wayne County the best in classic, foreign, and independent films. Unlike mainstream films with generic plots and 'stock' characters, Monday Night films are thought provoking with a distinctive visual and director's style. Showtime is at 8:15 pm and with a brief overview from curator Ted Malakin. Following the movie, there is a discussion giving audience members the opportunity to explore the meaning and creative process of film as a modern art form. The September and October schedule is:
Sept. 10th:The Man with a Movie Camera (1929)
Sept. 17th: Double Indemnity (1944)
Sept. 24th: Network (1976)
Oct. 1st: Babette's Feast (1987)
Oct. 15th: Satyricon (1987)
Oct. 22nd: Ugetsu Monogatari (1953)
Oct. 29th: Videodrome (1983)
September 15, 2007: Seminar on the "Creative Process."
This program qualifies for Act 48 Education Credits. Come explore how the creative process can be enhanced by specific exercises. The cost is $20 for non-members, and $15 for members, and includes lunch.
To be held at the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce community room, Saturday September 15, from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm. Space is limited and seats will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information contact the WCAA at 570-253-6850.
October 3, 2007: WCAA Annual Members' Meeting
The Wayne County Arts Alliance would like to invite all of our members, their friends and you, to join us at our 2007 Annual Meeting on Wed. October 3rd, 6 - 8 pm at the PP&L Environmental Center. Here is a perfect opportunity to learn, ask and mingle with this creativity community.
Our meeting will include the following events and more:
* Annual Election of Board Members
* Program Reviews
* Event Updates
* Volunteer Recognition
* Entertainment & RefreshmentsPlease contact our office at 570-253-6850 for further information or check out our website at: www.waynecountyartsalliance.org.
October 6, 2007: 4TH Annual Writers' Conference
NAVIGATE THE MAZE: from Blank Page to Published Piece!
Mark your calendar and make your reservations, the 4TH ANNUAL WRITER'S and ILLUSTRATORS' SYMPOSIUM is scheduled for Saturday, October 6, 2007 at the beautiful Falls Port Inn in Hawley, PA. Enjoy a full day of speakers who are in the know, with workshops that will help you advance your writing career. It's an atmosphere conducive to creativity with like-minded people, speakers, and food to please your palate. Registration fee, breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack - all included for just $99 ($89 for WCAA members). If you're a high school student interested in attending this conference and are concerned about the entry fee - contact us about possible scholarship opportunities. For additional information contact the WCAA office 570-253-6850 or Jeanne Arnold at 570-448-5000 or Cherie Matthews at 570-226-2504.
October 27, 2007: Halloween Gala
Probably the most outrageous event you'll experience this year. Go all out and really enjoy Halloween. Put your creativity and imagination to the test and dress to the hilt, and see what incredible ideas members and artists come up with. Come to the Capri Restaurant in Lakeville, and bring your sense of humour, your best social face, and your camera.
Ongoing Display
Nature's Grace Storefront
Thanks to Nature's Grace owner, Jamie Stunkard, WCAA artists are given the opportunity to display in his storefront window at 947 Main Street, Honesdale. The display changes the first of every month. Stop by and check it out!
Monthly Award
Fine Arts Students of the Month
One of WCAA's most recent initiatives is to recognize the young artists currently attending the three Wayne County High Schools, namely Honesdale High School, Wallenpaupack, and Western Wayne. A student from each school is recognized each month, and each will receive a monetary award upon the completion of the school year. We are extremely proud to honor three Fine Arts Students each Month. Please go to Past Events to view last year's award recipients.