You've been waiting and it's finally here!

Here's the opportunity to join with artists, members of arts organizations and supporters of culture.

Tickets are limited! Don't wait until it is too late!

 

Please call 329-2333or email if you would like to make a donation to the silent auction.

Now Showing at the ODAC Gallery

 

Orillia Cares Haitian Relief Silent Auction

Viewing Schedule
During Opera House Show Performances except Feb 13th

Feb 10

7 pm-10 pm

Feb 11

8 pm-10 pm

Feb 12

8 pm-10 pm

Feb 13

11am-1 pm

Feb 14

2 pm-3:30 (auction closes)

Please call Christine Symes
329-0842 or email her at if you can volunteer during these times. 

 

Calling All Artists and Artisans!

The Orillia Cares Silent Auction needs your donations.

Please follow this link to download the Artist/Artisan donation information and form (pdf)

 


From the Simcoe Contemporary Dancers:

Late last night (Feb 20th) Barrie Council voted in favour of going forward with the downtown theatre.


Here is a link to a recent article in the Barrie Advance.
http://www.barrieadvance.com/barrieadvance/article/154099

Thanks to all who offered support!

 

3D Art for Kids


The Orillia Museum of Art and History, in conjunction with Lakehead University, offers a 3D Art Club for children aged 8-12.  Club participants will engage in a variety of projects including: Abstract Picasso Faces and Alien Planets. The club runs every Thursday from 3:45-5:00 beginning January 28th to March 4th. Registration is required, with a fee of $30 per participant to cover the cost of materials.
To register or for more information please contact Katie Calcaterra at OMAH (705) 326-2159

 

 

 

Spark Box Studio Residency Award

Beginning your career as an emerging artist can be tough, which is why Spark Box Studio is offering FREE RESIDENCIES to fine art students and emerging artists. This residency opportunity is a unique way for young and emerging artists to cultivate new ideas, access a rich library of arts resources, learn about career-building opportunities, and develop an understanding of the art world from a business perspective.

About the Award

Four emerging artists will receive a one-week residency, 10 will receive a two day residency and 30 will receive one day at our Open Studio in Prince Edward County. The selected applicants will be able to work in the studio using Spark Box Studio’s equipment and resources, and have access to career guidance from local community members. 

Applying for the Residency Award gives artists the opportunity to practice an essential business skill in the art world: the application process.

How Do I Apply?

Any emerging artist living in Ontario, between the ages of 19-29, is invited to apply for the Spark Box Studio Residency Award.

Awards will be made based on the quality and completeness of the applications.

Apply by March 1, 2010 to be considered for the Award.

Every applicant will be offered a 10% discount off the regular price of our Open Studio, Workshops or Residency Program.

Application:

For the application click here Residency Award Application

Please note:

There is a $15.00 entry fee which can be paid through the paypal. This fee contributes to the cost of processing your application.

The Residency Awards are valid until August 30th, 2010. The Residency Award is open to all emerging artists resident in Ontario (non-students and students) aged between 19 and 29.

To apply or learn more please visit www.sparkboxstudio.com/award2010/