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Maureen

We hope that everyone has a great July 4th tomorrow.

 And, we’d like to remind you that we’ll be closed in observation of the holiday.

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Maureen

Thanks to everyone who came out to the Tie Dye Demonstration led by Naima.  We can’t wait to see you guys all sporting your new shirts in the next few weeks. 

If you missed the demonstration, don’t worry.  We have 2 different tie dye kits for sale in our store.  With those, you can make a lot of shirts on your own in the comfort of your own home.

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Maureen

Regular entry for the Your Work ‘09 show is coming up.

 ALL entries must be in by 8pm on Monday, June 29th. 

 Show is coming up on July 9th, 2009 from 6-9 PM

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Maureen

Nick is showing love for the Montana Gold spray paint.  Come in and see the over 90 colors and 5 cap sizes that are available. 

Cans are $8.99 each.

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Maureen

Below are the pieces that have been accepted into the Your Work ‘09 show.  These are just the early entries, and there is still time to bring in entries.  You have until June 29, 2009 to get into this show.  This year we’re offering MORE PRIZES and CASH PRIZES.

 The opening reception will also feature the music of Xela, refreshments, and a raffle/silent auction to benefit Heights Arts and the wonderful work they do for our community.

 In no particular order, these are the accepted works so far:

Pat Snook, Abstract #1

Pat Snook, Abstract #2

Pat Snook, Abstract #3

 Michael Stidham, Focus

Rachel Counts, Memories

Rachel Counts, By the River

Karen Haber, Untitled (japanese floral design)

Karen Haber, Untitled (buster brown shoes

Donna Peters, Hot-Diggity-Dog

Donna Peters, Little Mister Sunshine

Steve Cagan, Untitled #1

Steve Cagan, Untitled #2

Steve Cagan, Untitled #3

Walley TwoHawks, Untitled

Walley TwoHawks, Untitled

Walley TwoHawks, Untitled

Leon Napier, My Girl

Jane Petschek, A Day at the Beach

Jane Petschek, Jazz

Jane Petschek, Adagio: Ode to Samuel Barber

Jen Kaplan, Autumn Tree

Jeremy Tugeau, Night Town

Michael, Stidham, From Memory

Frank Zingale, U. S. Grant

Jen Kaplan, Random Cool Looking Flower

Decisions of the jury is final.  We unfortunately cannot comment on the pieces that were not accepted.  We appreciate your understanding in this matter and wish all artists the best in their future work.

Don’t forget to join us on July 9th!!

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Maureen

Noon to 5pm

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Today from noon to 5 is the last time to enter the Your Work ‘09 for the early entry fee of $5 per piece. 

Stop in anytime today to register Your Work!!

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Maureen

Color Me Cleveland.  Artists created work around the area this weekend.  The Gala Celebration will feature live art auction, fine cuisine, and live entertainment on Friday, June, 26, 2009 at 7pm at the Artists Archvies of the Western Reserve, 1834 E. 123th St., Cleveland, OH  44106.

 Above is Bess Rodriguez Richard painting on Mall C in downtown Cleveland.  Below is Laurel A. Herbold painting near the James Garfield Memorial in Lakeview Cemetary. 

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Sunday is the last day for early submission for Your Work ‘09.  You can still take advantage of the $5 entry fee per piece up to 5pm on Sunday.

Afterward, the regular submission will kick in at $10 per piece.

 MORE PRIZES!!  This is the first year that we will have Gift Card and CASH prizes to give out!

Don’t forget to join us for the Opening Reception, Grand Store Re-Opening, and Heights Art Charity Raffle.  Last year, the over 230 people in attendance bought at least 14 pieces of art and helped to raise over $700 to benefit Heights Arts.

 Join us for our great Fourth Year of this wonderful event!

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Less than a week for early VIP entry into the Your Work ‘09 show.
More prizes!  Cash and Gift Cards!  Grand re-opening to coincide with Opening Reception and Heights Arts Charity Raffle.

 Bring your work in by Saturday, June 20, 2009 to receive special $5 per piece submission fee.

 Call us at 216-371-3500 for more details or drop us an email at store30@utrecht.com.