The Calligraphy of the St. John’s ...

The Catholic Diocese of Kalamazoo  is sponsoring a lecture on the calligraphy of the Saint John’s Bible with Diane von Arx on Friday, April 30, 2010, from 7-9 pm at St. Catherine of Siena-Trinity Chapel,  located at 1150 W. Centre Ave., Portage, MI.  Registration is $10. Diane von Arx has been a graphic designer for over 25 years, specializing in Creative Lettering, Calligraphy, and Corporate Identity.  She conducts workshops throughout the U.S., Canada, Japan, and Australia.  She is a member of the Wales Team of calligraphy and artists responsible for the...

Watercolor Class...

Joan Hector will be teaching the first series of classes for the 2010 season beginning  on Saturday, February 6th from 10 to noon.  The class continues until Saturday, March 27th.  The cost is $80 which does not include supplies.    Please call the Carnegie to reserve your place in this popular...

Three Rivers High School Choirs concert...

On Sunday, February 7th, the Three Rivers High School choirs under the direction of Mr. Joel Moore, will present their annual voal concert beginning at 3:00 pm.  Choir members who will be performing in solo and ensemble competition at a later date will use this time for a dress reheasal.  The concert is open to the public and there is no charge for this...

Happy Holidays-December 2009...

From Donna Grubbs, Director’s Note As we enter our 30th year, you, our members, have created a solid ground on which we stand through your gifts.  Your support has made our success possible and because of your generosity, we have met the Imagine Challenge matching fund grant.  We want to express a heartfelt thank you to our wonderful sponsors, to Taylor and Mary Snow for being the  tireless co-chairs of our campaign drive and to each of you. Continuing our role in our community, we remain dedicated to assuring an exciting and educational place for all to...

Juried Arts Competition...

The 2010 Regional Juried Arts Competition opens on Sunday, January 17 from 2:00 until 4:00.  This exhibit closes on Saturday February 20th. Adjudication this year will be done by three outstanding artists Dave Curl, Steve Curl, and Mike Slaski. Dave Curl is a adjunct professor of art at Kalamazoo College and professor emeritus at WMU.  While he has experimented with most media, he has earned his living from photography for the last 60 years.  He has juried major shows in Chicago, Grand Rapids, St. Joseph, and Three Rivers. Steve Curl is a sculptor whose favorite medium...

Friends of the Carnegie...

The Carnegie Center for the Arts supports and promotes the arts in southwestern Michigan.  Through our exhibits, concert, children’s programs, and adult classes, we remain true to our mission.  To reach all of our goals, we depend largely on our Friends and supporters. Would you like to be a FRIEND of the CARNEGIE? Benefits of membership are: Discounts on tuition for art classes and gallery purchases. Free or reduced prices for Carnegie concerts. Personal invitations to all exhibit openings and concerts. Newsletters announcing upcoming events. Eligibility for a...

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Carnegie Mission Statement “The Carnegie Center for the Arts is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting personal growth, self-expression, and appreciation of the visual, literary, and performing arts among the people of southwestern Michigan, through exhibits, performances, and participatory experiences.” Board of Directors Julie Howe, President;  Vice-President;  Ben Smith, Secretary; Gary Armstrong, Treasurer,; Past President, James Allen, Ray Bendure, Sharon Bippus, Marcia Blackman,  Charlene Chase, Larry Clark, Vic Eichler, Past...