Opening Sunday June 14 2-4:

Southwest Michigan Watercolor show

“Inspired  by Childhood Toys and Games” Maryellen Haines, Curator.

This show closes August 8.

Beginning Monday, July 13-23:

Summer Full of Art ‘09 Session I.

Beginning Monday July 27-August 6:

Summer Full of Art ‘09 Session II.

Opening  Sunday, August 23 2-4:

“The American Eagle: Icon and Symbol.” (see Features)

Windsong Artists

“This Land Is Your Land ” an invitational for Friends of the Carnegie

This show closes October 18.

Opening Sunday Noveember 8 2-4:

River Country Quilters

Mark Krashoff, photography.

This show closes December 19.

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ea gle n. Any of various large birds of prey characterized by a powerful hooked bill, long broad wings, and strong, soaring flight.

Most Americans know that the Bald Eagle is a symbol of patriotism, and an icon of our nation.  But do we know the how that proud bird became our national bird?

Some theorize that the three most notable members of the committee charged with writing the Declaration of Independence, argued heatedly about WHICH bird would be THE bird.  Jefferson favored the dove, Franklin the turkey, and Adams the eagle.  It makes an amusing scene in the Broadway play “1776,” but the facts are very different.

The truth is that indeed those three were to design a seal for the US of A, none of them offered any special  bird for our symbol.  It took six more years before the Great Seal of the United States, dominated by the American Bald Eagle, was adopted in 1782.

As a symbol, the eagle has come to represent strength, unity, solidarity, dependability, courage, commitment.  These lofty characteristics moved the eagle beyond the position of symbol, to become an American icon.

This exhibit is educational and through a plethora of displays, shows how the eagle became part of our daily lives….past and present.  The pieces are from the extensive collection of Paul and Patricia DeHaan, Robert French, Richard Listenberger, and Paul Millikan.

This exhibit will be on display from August 23 through October 18.

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Would you like to be a FRIEND of the CARNEGIE?  Sign up for a single membership for $35 or a family membership for $50.

Benefits of membership are:

• Discounts on tuition for art classes and gallery purchases.
• Free admission for most Carnegie concerts and reduced prices for Fontana.
• Personal invitations to all exhibit openings and concerts.
• Member newsletters.

Stop in or call the Carnegie for a membership form….or just send us a note telling us your pleasure.

107 N. Main St.

Three Rivers Michigan 49093

269-273-8882

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It’s time to add something green to your winter blues calendar.  Think about the Carnegie Center for ART, for CONCERTS, and for CLASSES.  Choose one, two, or three….there’s something for everyone!

ART

The 2009 Regional Juried Show will be exhibited until Sunday, February 22.  It’s truly a beautiful show!

CONCERTS

The Three Rivers High School vocal music department will sponsor a benefit program on Sunday, February 8th at 3:00 during which 20-25 soloists will perform.  Under the direction of Mr. Joel Moore, soloists who will be competing in the near future, will use this benefit as a warm-up for competition.  Donations would be welcome for the TRHS vocal music scholarship for a student (s) who plan to study music in college.

On Sunday, February 22, the Merling Trio will perform at 3:00 closing the Juried show.  See FEATURES for more information about this very talented group.

Both concerts are open and free to the public.

On Sunday, March 15, at 3:00, Kennedy’s Kitchen will be on hand to get your feet tapping.  The Carnegie and the Riviera Theatre will host this program jointly, with tasty treats and St. Paddy’s Day drink specials, all at the Riviera.  Advance tickets are $5 each.  Reserve yours NOW by calling the Carnegie at 273-8882.  All tickets will be $10 at the door.

CLASSES

Beginning and Advanced Watercolor with Joan Hector:  Saturdays, beginning February 7 through March 28, 10:00-noon.   Cost: $80 (kit $50 if needed).

Beginning and Advanced Pottery with Marcia Blackman:  Wednesdays, beginning February 18 through April 15 (no class March 18) 6:00-8:00.  Cost: $100 (supplies included)

Please call the Carnegie –273-8882–to enroll in one of these classes.  Remember that Carnegie members recieve a 10% discount on all classes.

ERIN GO BRAUGH!

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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.”

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