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DC:CULTURE:Events by the Humanities Council of Washington, DC

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Live to Read
 
 
DON’T MISS THESE UPCOMING LIVE TO READ EVENTS:
 
 
German Historical Institute
 
Global Perspectives on the Black Freedom Struggle
TOMORROW Thursday, April 21, 2011, 6-8 pm
 German Historical Institute
 1607 New Hampshire Avenue NW
 
FREE Reception and Event! RSVP (202) 387-3355 or email events@ghi.org
 
In recent years, civil rights historians have challenged the traditional narrative that separated the history of black Americans from the rest of the world and depicted the so-called “race question” in the United States as a purely domestic problem. In his lecture, Manfred Berg will take a critical look at the new transnational and global history of the black freedom struggle probing its achievements and limits. Moreover, Berg will consider the impact of global affairs on the African American civil rights movement.
 
Miriam's Kitchen 
 
Miriam’s Kitchen and Whole Foods Market Present

Courageous Vision:
A Community Reception featuring the Poets and Artists of Miriam’s Kitchen
 
Join us in support of the artists and poets of Miriam’s Kitchen as they celebrate literature through their reflections on the theme of courage drawn from Ruined, Lynn Nottage’s Puliter Prize-winning play and the 2011 Live to Read selection. Both events are FREE and open to the public.
 
Whole Foods – P Street, 1440 P Street, NW
TOMORROW, Thursday, April 21, 2011, 6:30-8pm
 
Whole Foods – Georgetown, 2323 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Thursday, April 28, 2011, 6:30-8pm
 
 
LUMO“LUMO: One Woman’s Struggle to Heal in a Nation Beset by War”
 
FREE Film Screening and Discussion with the Friends of the Congo and the DC Rape Crisis Center
 
Friday, April 22, 2011, 5-8pm
Reeves Center, 2nd Floor Conference Room
2000 14th Street, NW
 
The agonies of war torn Africa are deeply etched in the bodies of Women. “LUMO” tells the story of thousands through the profile of one 20 year old woman trying bravely to rebuild her life. For more information, please contact Melinda Coles at (202) 641-4173.
 
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
 
 
 

COOL READS & FUNKY BEADS

Celebrating 5 Years of Bibliomania!
 
Wednesday, April 27, 2011, 5-8p.m.
Ghana Café – 1336 14th St. NW
 
 
  • Support reading in DC
  • Party to Afropop & Reggae
  • Enjoy West African Cuisine & African Beer
 
 
$20 Live to Read tickets include a drink and a copy of Ruined by Lynn Nottage
 
 
 
Elaine Robnett Moore
 
 

For information on Live To Read: DC’s City-wide Celebration of Literature presented by the Humanities Council of Washington, DC and the 2011 selection, Ruined, please visit LiveToRead.wdchumanities.org
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DC:ART:Hillyer Art Space April Artist Talks

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Hillyer Art Space April Artist Talks

Hillyer Art Space, Black Artists of DC (BADC), and Washington Project for the Arts Present:

BADC’s Artist Talk on Saturday April 23rd, 2011 @

3:00 PM!

Admission: Free

Process: Reaffirmation is on show now @ Hillyer Art Space:
Sacha Ingber

April 1st 2011 – April 29th 2011
Curated by Gina Marie Lewis, Process: Reaffirmation is an exhibition which focuses on and reaffirms the processes of artists within their studios. This exhibition honors the personal philosophies, practices, and vocabularies of eight artists and attempts to explore a visual dialogue between their works. Ms. Lewis states, "The lack of a specific theme outside of this dialogue is not an oversight. The entire process of this exhibition from submission through selection to mounting the show is an experiment of creation in progress."

The exhibition represents an opportunity for artists to retain power over their work in the context of their own philosophies and interpretations. The artists selected for this exhibition include Anne Bouie, Daniel Brookings, Joel D’Orazio, Victor Ekpuk, Corwin Levi, Barbara Liotta, Adrienne Mills, and Cleve Overton. In some cases, the relationships between their works may be obvious, and other instances invite the viewer to inquire and explore the relationships from their own point of view. As a starting point, such aspects as linear relationships, creation of new processes, innovative use of materials, the making of marks, and defining space were most apparent during the curatorial process.

For additional information about the artists and images of works in the exhibition, please contact Lisa Gold at lgold or 202-234-7103 ext 3.

For more information contact: jordanb

And from our friends at The Phillips Collection…

Bring a friend for free to your own private birthday party celebrating 90 years at The Phillips Collection:

http://www.phillipscollection.org/anniversary/index.aspx!

Use this DIY Birthday Kit: http://www.phillipscollection.org/anniversary/diy_birthday.aspx

to invite a friend to visit America’s first museum of modern art on a date of your choice in 2011. By filling out the form, you will receive an e-coupon for 2-for-1 admission to the museum.
International Arts & Artists

9 Hillyer Court NW, Washington, DC 20008 USA

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Gallery Hours: 12pm – 5pm Monday, 12pm – 6pm Tuesday – Friday, 12pm – 5pm Saturday.

Otherwise by appointment

International Arts & Artists (IA&A) is a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing cross-cultural understanding and exposure to the arts internationally. IA&A’s services include a Traveling Exhibition Service, the Hillyer Art Space gallery, the Design Studio, the Cultural Exchange Program, and Membership Services for artists and the arts-interested public.
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DC:JAZZ:Jazz Night Schedule for April 15th – Antonio Parker

JAZZ NIGHT in Southwest @Westminster Church 400 I Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024 ~ 202.484.7700 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 202.484.7700 end_of_the_skype_highlighting swrenaissance.com
FRIDAY, APRIL 15th, 2011, 6-9pm, $5
Antonio Parker & Friends Antonio Parker, sax Thad Wilson, trumpet Keith Killgo, drums Cheney Thomas, bass Hope Udobi, piano Antonio Parker is one of the great young lions in D.C. His creativity is astounding; one of the real great players we have at Westminster. Please join us.
JAZZ NIGHT in Southwest is a cultural arts project which works to preserve the art of Jazz in the D.C. area. Its work and activities include: ~ a weekly Friday performance venue featuring the best of live D.C. jazz ~ regular educational programs designed to expand appreciation and knowledge of jazz such as Thinking About Jazz ~ outreach activities which take live jazz to senior centers, hospitals, and community settings where people gather to appreciate lively performances through the Community Connections project ~ gathering and archiving jazz artifacts especially oral histories of musicians and jazz lovers in a Heritage & Archive collection ~ youth music learning activities including Intergenerational Networking ~ the presentation of special events including the annual D.C. Jazz Preservation Festival All these things are nurtured through the assistance of our much-valued D.C. jazz artists and within the confines of a supportive community of Jazz lovers. Please join us in this most exciting and rewarding work!
Join Our Mailing List
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Jazz Night in Southwest has grown continually since its inception over 10 years ago and has presented wonderful performances every Friday without exception for all these years. It happens because of the support and participation of so many wonderful people. It is a true blessing! The gifts of our D.C. musicians and the appreciation of those of us gathered renews our sense of love, joy and unity. Please share this wonderful experience of community and welcome those you care about. Much love, Dick Smith, Jazz Program Director Rev. Brian, Co-Pastor, Westminster Church and SRDC President
Jazz Night is a project of Southwest Renaissance Development Corporations. For a full schedule and more information please go to www.westminsterdc.org/jazz.htm. Directions and and information on the free ShuttleBug from Waterfront Metro may be found there.
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DC:ART:Around My Way: New Exhibitions and Music in Anacostia: Clear New Daze X Nathan Bell w/Jeff Barsky

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Opening Reception April 15th at 7pm
April 15th – May 20th

Clear New Daze
works by David Fair, Andrew Liang, Matt Bovie & Eamon Espey
presented with the Baltimore’s the Windup Space

The New Clear Daze exhibit is an exploration of similarities and differences in the work of four emerging Baltimore visual artists. David Fair, Matt Bovie, Eamon Espey, Andrew Liang focus heavily on color and pattern in their work, yet each has a unique and visceral approach. The media employed by these artists ranges widely, from textile-based to illustration and mixed media to painting.

Destino
Michelle Frankfurter
the inexorable journey across Mexico to El Sueño Americano
Opening Reception: April 15th, from 6pm-8pm

The Gallery at Vivid Solutions
exhibition dates: April 15 – June 3, 2011
address: 2208 MLK Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
gallery hours: Noon – 5pm, Tuesday through Friday
12pm to 5pm on Saturdays or by appointment
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Honfleur Gallery is closed for installation starting April 9th. Opening reception and concert on April 15th at 7pm.
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DC:RIVER:EAST:ART:Around My Way: Photo Cherry Blossom Mixer, Workshops, Fundrasiers & New Art Exhibits!

Cherry Blossom Mixer

This Saturday! April 2nd!

Vivid Solutions DC Print Lab is hosting a Cherry Blossom Mixer for photographers, models & artists this Saturday April 2nd from 6-9pm.  Shooting area will be available with a professional lighting set up for photographers & models to collaborate!! Free sample prints of your favorite shot from the night, light refreshments and drinks. This is a great opportunity to meet others in the industry.

 

R.S.V.P

rwoodward@archdc.org

ahope@archdc.org

 
LocatIon: Vivid Solutions DC Print Lab

2208 MLK Jr Ave SE Washington DC 20020

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Directions:

www.vividsolutionsdc.com/print/directionsprint.html

*Hang out in Southeast, than metro (one stop over)  to PinkLine’s Cherry Blast in Southwest for fireworks, music & more art! No car needed!*

 

 

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The Arch Annual Charity Golf Classic:

Friday, April 8th

 

Please join P.O.S.T Construction in supporting ARCH Development and Training Center for a full 18 holes of golf at the Glenn Dale Golf Course in Maryland on April 8th at 9am. Foursomes and sponsorships are both still available. All proceeds benefit the ARCH Arts Programs and the YOUTHBUILD Program of the ARCH Training Center. Also included in the days activities is an Awards Ceremony, Silent Auction & Reception. The tournament is a great networking opportunity and 100% tax deductible!

 

Location: Glenn Dale Golf Course in Glenn Dale, MD

Friday, April 8th

9am tee off

More info: acavanaugh@archdc.org

 

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Artist Workshops & Gallery Tour

Saturday, April 9th 2-4pm

 

Join ARCH’s Program and Outreach Coordinator, Lisa Bacon, for a tour of The Gallery at Vivid Solutions and Blank Space SE. After the tour, participates will enjoy a workshop called When Left to Your Own Devices with Artist Mia Robinson at the Hive.

 

Tours and workshops are free, open to the public and to all age levels. Questions and if interested in joining, please contact Lisa at Lbacon@archdc.org for more details!

 

 

 

 

 

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Destino

Michelle Frankfurter

the inexorable journey across Mexico to El Sueño Americano

 

Opening Reception: April 15th 6pm-8pm

 

 

 

Location: The Gallery at Vivid Solutions

2208 MLK Jr Ave SE

More info: bferraro@archdc.org

www.vividsolutionsdc.com/gallery

 

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New Clear Daze

works by Andrew Liang, David Fair, Eamon Espey & Matt Bowie

 

Opening Reception: April 15th 7pm

—–> Concert: music by NATE BELL at 8:30pm

(free concert partially funded by the NEA)

 

 

 

Location: Honfleur Gallery

1241 Good Hope Road SE

More info: arts@archdc.org

www.honfleurgallery.com
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Honfleur Gallery, The Gallery at Vivid Solutions, Vivid Solutions DC Print Lab,
Blank Space SE & The Hive are all projects of ARCH Development Corp. 

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www.blankSPACEse.com I www.thedchive.com
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DC:JAZZ: Jazz Night Schedule for April 1st – The Jolley Brothers & Friends

JAZZ NIGHT in Southwest
@Westminster Church
400 I Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024 ~ 202.484.7700
swrenaissance.com
FRIDAY, APRIL 1st, 2011, 6-9pm, $5
Tribute for Noble Jolley, Sr.

Noble Jolley, Jr., Piano

Nathan Jolley, drums

Eric Wheeler, bass

Herbert Scott, sax

Christie Dashiell, vocals
JAZZ NIGHT in Southwest
 

is a cultural arts project which works to preserve the art of Jazz in the D.C. area. Its work and activities include:
~ a weekly Friday performance venue featuring the best of live D.C. jazz

~ regular educational programs designed to expand appreciation and knowledge of jazz such as Thinking About Jazz
~ outreach activities which take live jazz to senior centers, hospitals, and community settings where people gather to appreciate lively performances through the Community Connections project

~ gathering and archiving jazz artifacts especially oral histories of musicians and jazz lovers in a Heritage & Archive collection
~ youth music learning activities including Intergenerational Networking

~ the presentation of special events including the annual D.C. Jazz Preservation Festival
All these things are nurtured through the assistance of our much-valued D.C. jazz artists and within the confines of a supportive community of Jazz lovers. Please join us in this most exciting and rewarding work!
Join Our Mailing List
Jazz Night bass image
Jazz Night in Southwest has grown continually since its inception over 10 years ago and has presented wonderful performances every Friday without exception for all these years. It happens because of the support and participation of so many wonderful people. It is a true blessing! The gifts of our D.C. musicians and the appreciation of those of us gathered renews our sense of love, joy and unity. Please share this wonderful experience of community and welcome those you care about.
Much love,
Dick Smith, Jazz Program Director
Rev. Brian, Co-Pastor, Westminster Church and SRDC President
Jazz Night happens because of the generous support of many individuals and these organizations. We appreciate your support! 

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Generous support comes from the D.C. Commission on Arts & Humanities, an agency supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts.
Jazz Night is a project of Southwest Renaissance Development Corporations. For a full schedule and more information please go to www.westminsterdc.org/jazz.htm.
Directions and and information on the free ShuttleBug from Waterfront Metro may be found there.
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MD: BMORE: Residential opportunities for Artists and their families

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Baltimore Celebrates Grand Opening of City Arts Apartments

Posted on March 28, 2011 by mdhousing
city-arts3.jpg?w=350&h=233Baltimore – Secretary Skinner joined Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake and other dignitaries for the grand opening of City Arts Apartments, a 69-unit, mixed use development geared for artists and their families.

The $13.5 million building sits in the newly designated Station North Arts and Entertainment District in the Greenmount West neighborhood, a part of the city neglected by residential developers since the 19th century. Financing was made possible through a $2.6 million award from Tax Credit Assistance Program, part of federal stimulus funding.

It was developed through a joint venture of three nonprofit organizations, Homes for America, Jubilee Housing and TRF Development.

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