Art House Annual Holiday Fine Art Sale 11.15

Art House Annual Holiday Fine Art Sale, Saturday, November 15, 2008. 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 3119 Denison Ave. Cleveland OH 44109 (1.5 blocks west of Pearl Rd near Cleveland Metroparks Zoo) www.arthouseinc.org

Handmade Jewelry • Textiles • Glass • Enamels • Ceramics • Paintings • Prints • Paper Crafts and more!

Shop for unique gifts and support local artists.
Purchase delicious baked goods-all proceeds go to support Art House programming and community activities.

Free and open to the public!
Free craft station and activities for children and families.

Featured artist: Carmen Alcorn, www.inspirejewelrydesigns.com

Sarah Jane Vowell, Main Library 11.16 2PM

Sarah Jane Vowell, acclaimed author of bestselling books, journalist, humorist, and commentator, will preside at Cleveland Public Library's Writers and Readers Series on Sun 11/16, 2PM. This event has no admission fee and is open to the public, Main Library, Louis Stokes Wing Auditorium, E. 6th and Superior. Seating first-come, first-served. Info: (216) 623-2955 and www.cpl.org.

Martini Five-O Fri 11/14 at Prosperity

Hi all, 'Smooth' Mike and his Martini Five-O retro-lounge trio continue as 'house band' for Prosperity Social Club, 1109 Starkweather, for the Tremont Art Walk. Show starts after 9pm. Stop by if you're doing the art walk.

Martini Five-O

COSE Arts Network: Sculpting Your Finances 11.13 4PM—6PM

As an artist, I'm sure you can think of many things more exciting than finances, taxes and money management. But, what's more important as a business owner?

COSE Arts Network is offering an educational event that will give you practical, easy to implement advice for your business. We'll accomplish a lot in these two hours. You can't afford to miss this event.

Presenters will discuss their area of expertise, and then attendees will have a chance to meet with them one-on-one or in small groups to discuss their own situations.

COSE Arts Network Education Event: Money Management Clinic - Sculpting Your Finances
When: Thursday, November 13
Time: 4PM-6PM
Where: IdeaCenter, Cleveland
Cost: $5 for members and $15 for nonmembers
Register

Presenters:
Sarit Zamir (Primerica Financial Services)
Mark Rabkin (Althans Insurance)
James Rownd (Kadish, Hinkel & Weibel, A Legal Professional Association)
Carrie Damico and Rachel Ruffing (Liberty Tax Service)

Among the topics of discussion:
Tax deductions for Schedule C and sole proprietors, common tax return red flags, keys to saving money as an artist or sole proprietor in the arts, debt management issues, credit issues, basics of retirement plans, rent vs. buy, basic insurance needs for individuals or business, and valuation of tools and instruments for artists and musicians.

Tiny Alice Rides Again 11.9 at 1PM

Lake Erie College is proud to present the 2nd annual John Bassette and the Spirit of Individuality Memorial Concert on Sun 11/9 at 1PM in Morley Music Hall. Local singer-songwriter Alex Bevan will perform an initial set, followed by a reunion concert of the 1970s Hessler Street group, Tiny Alice (comprised of virtuoso musicians Peggi Cella, David Krauss, Tom Marotta, Danny Mazza, Norman Tischler and George Woideck).

The concert honors the second anniversary of the death of John Bassette (1941-2006), who worked in northeastern Ohio as a folksinger, poet and cable TV personality for three decades. The concert has no admission fee and is open to the public. For more information visit www.lec.edu.

House Concert: Megan Slankard @Cafe Marika 11.8

Doug Wood, has another great touring act, Megan Slankard from San Francisco, coming to Cleveland this Saturday in an intimate coffeehouse setting.

DATE: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8th, 7pm start, show finishes at 9pm

VENUE: CAFE MARIKA (Next to Arts Collinwood on the corner of Waterloo Road and East 156th Street.)

PERFORMANCE: Doug Wood, guitar and Darren Frate, on bass, open. MEGAN SLANKARD (seen nationally on "What Not to Wear," Megan also co-wrote two songs for Mark Knopfler of Dire Staits.)

PRICE: suggested donation of $5-$10 and artist will be selling merchandise.

Megan's info available at:
www.myspace.com/meganslankard
www.meganslankard.com
www.sonicbids.com/meganslankard

Dr. Sketchy model coming to Murray Hill! 11.5 6—9PM

A cross-pollinating of sorts, Dr. Sketchy September model Danielle will be joining us for the Murray Hill Drawing Group, 2026 Murray Hill Road #202, THIS Wednesday. This is the long-pose session. I've asked Danielle to wear the outfit she started out the Dr. Sketchy session in [see pic]. Rumor has it that "Dr." Jason, and possibly "Dr." Aaron, might be joining us as well. Come out and meet the Dr. Sketchy crew!

The world is watching you, Ohioans...

Only one rule : DO NOT SCREW UP (I know you won't.)
Please, I am coming back in two months.

Nicolas

Day of the Dead Parade Saturday 11.1 2—4PM

Celebrated first by the indigenous people of Mexico,the Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is a festive holiday in which the living honor and celebrate the lives of dead loved ones. “The Day of the Dead is for everybody . . . to honor their ancestors,” said local artist Salvador Gonzalez. “It’s a new concept for the community here.”

When: Noon—8PM Saturday, 11.1.
Noon—6PM Sunday, 11.2

Where: The Orthodox Church, 6205 Detroit Avenue

Saturday schedule:

2:15PM Procession departs for Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, West 70th street and Detroit Avenue.

2:45PM Procession arrives La Sagrada Familia Church, West 74th street and Detroit Avenue.

3:00PM Procession returns to Orthodox Church.

3:45PM Joya de Mexico mariachi band.

5:00PM Opening Ceremony w history talk by Hector Castellanos.

6:00PM Raices del Peru dance group and Mexclatina music group.

Halloween Milonga Mash 10.31

Friday, October 31st, 2008
9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

Tango Spooktacular
Halloween Milonga Mash

Music, Dancing, Special EFX Lighting, Costumes and Treats,
plus Door Prizes and More!

Hosted by KB and Carmen
at Cavana Ballroom
4189 Pearl Rd. Cleveland, OH 44109

www.kbandcarmentango.com

Roots Acoustic Pickin’ Circle, Sunday 11.2 at 2:00PM

This month’s pickin’ circle will be Sunday Sunday November 2nd at 2:00PM at Roots of American Music.

Thanks,

Rick Sockel

Roots of American Music
3475 Fairmount Boulevard
Cleveland Hts., OH 44118
216.321-9350
www.fairmountmusic.com

Here is a brief explanation of what they do: Roots of American Music is dedicated to ensuring that today's young people and our communities remain connected to the history and spirit of our country. Through preservation, performance and education through traditional music, we respect our nation's diverse heritage by building bridges of understanding between different generations, races and ethnic groups.

Sugar's Last Show w/ Lords of the Highway 10.31

Hey everybody, my last show with the phenomena that is Lords of the Highway (don't worry, it lives on with Jimbo!) will be Friday night October 31 at the The Beachland Tavern. Slack-Jawed Yokels are resurrecting for the show, and Horror of 59 will be desecrating the stage as well.

If you got this invite, you're special, and I don't mean special like you ride the short bus. I mean you've been a part of the good times with Lords of the Highway, and I know you bring the party, and I like to do it with ya.

Rock out!
Sugar

Friday, Oct 31| 9 PM (8:30PM door)
Lords of the Highway
(Sugar's Final Show)
Horror of '59 / Slack Jawed Yokels
$7.00
Tavern | All Ages

Second Dr. Sketchy at Beachland 10.28

The SECOND Cleveland Dr. Sketchy will be Tuesday, October 28th at The Beachland Ballroom. Doors open at 7:30. The drawing begins at 8PM. Entry fee is $10. They had a nice crowd last time and doing a Halloween version this month...

Things to Know: (from their site)

This is drawing only! No Paints or photography.
You must draw. No hanging out and acting all creepy.
We treat our models with respect. (Tipping of the model is encouraged.)

Dr. Sketchy

Cool Vid: Takin' it Back with Barack, Jack!

Takin' it Back with Barack Jack! (For Swing voters!)

Obama Rally w/Martini Five-O Saturday 10.25

Smooth Mike and Martini Five-O will be playing The Lockview Restaurant (formerly The Lime Spider) on S. Main St. in Akron this Saturday for an Obama Rally. Driving directions can be found on the website. There will be various musical artists (see below.) Mike says; 'It's a great venue with a martini bar theme.'

The Lockview Restaurant (formerly The Lime Spider)

OBAMA RALLY TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

7-7:15 LUCAS KADDISH

7:15-7:45 MARKY RAY

7:45-8:15 PIRATE JENNY

8:15-8:20 SPEAKER; ALAN CANFORA

8:20-8:50 DAVID ULLMAN

8:50-8:55 POSSIBLE SPEAKER FROM DEMO. PARTY

8:55-9:25 MARKY RAY

9:25-9:30 POSSIBLE SPEAKER FROM COLLEGE DEMOCRATS

9:30-10:15 KRIS CARTER & POSSIBLY HARVEY G ( THE UNADVERTISED SPECIAL, MAYBE)

10:15-11PM MARTINI FIVE-0

Martini Five-O

Ikuko Miklowski: Stoneware and Porcelain

Ikuko Miklowski was born in Sapporo, Japan and came to the United States in 1995. She began to study pottery making in 1998 and quickly developed an award-winning signature style. Ikuko characterizes her work in stoneware and porcelain as "diminutive." Ikuko favors soft, understated glazing — influenced by the traditional wood-fired pottery of Japan.

UPCOMING EVENTS, 2008
The South Wing Gallery / St.Paul's Episcopal Church
2747 Fairmount Blvd. Cleveland Hts, OH
Oct. 24—Jan. 18 Opening Reception Oct. 24 5pm-7pm

Artcraft Bldg. Holiday Sale
2570 Superior Avenue, Cleveland OH
Dec. 6 (Sat) Noon - 9pm
Dec. 7 (Sun) Noon - 5pm
Free + Open to Public

www.geocities.com/ikukomiklowski

Cleveland Public Art: revised deadline for three public art projects

The city of Cleveland, through its Public Art Program, is requesting qualifications from single artists or teams of artists interested in producing artwork for any or all of three new public art projects with in the city. The public art opportunities arise out of capital improvements recently undertaken by the city’s water division. If you visit the competitions page of the Cleveland Public Art website, you can download a concise version of the call, which provides all the information you would need, or, if you prefer, a slightly more elaborate version is also available.

Project budgets range from $25,000 to $149,000. Please share this information with anyone you know who may be interested.

Cleveland Public Art is a private, non-profit organization administering this call under contract to the City of Cleveland.

Art projects will be in wards 6, 11, and 13 in proximity to city water facilities. About $211,000 has been set aside to spend on artists' projects. The New submission deadline is Friday, November 7th, 2008.

Interested persons may visit www.clevelandpublicart.org for more information or email vreddy@clevelandpublicart.org.

New public art opportunity: DC

The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is pleased to announce a new public art opportunity...

PUBLIC ART INSTALLATION AT THE CORNER OF 18th STREETS AND COLUMBIA ROAD, NW

Deadline: November 21, 2008 at 5:30pm
Budget: $200,000

The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (DCCAH), in collaboration with the Department of Transportation (DDOT) and the Adams Morgan community, seek an artist or artist team to design, create and install a permanent outdoor installation at the corner of 18th Street and Columbia Road, NW, Washington D.C. The objective of this project is to create a distinctive art piece that communicates the history and current character of the surrounding community and commercial district. The work will reflect the cultural diversity of the neighborhood and enhance the pedestrian experience.

To download the Call to Artist please visit, www.dcarts.dc.gov or for further questions contact Deirdre Ehlen at 202-724-5613 or by email Deirdre.Ehlen@dc.gov

Friday Nights at The Literary Cafe

Don't Forget: Tim Herron runs a FREE drawing session in the back room of the Literary Cafe in Tremont, Friday nights from 9PM to Midnight. It's a clothed session with many guest models. Easy access to a bar has a way of loosening those gesture drawings!

Martini Five-O Fall Schedule

This Tuesday Beachland show was just added. We’re opening for Slim Cessna from Denver (check out their myspace page.)

Smooth Mike


MARTINI FIVE-O Fall Schedule

10/7 Beachland SLIM CESSNA’S AUTO CLUB (headliner)

10/10 Prosperity ART WALK NIGHT

10/25 Lockview OBAMA RALLY (plus other bands)

11/14 Prosperity ART WALK NIGHT

12/19 Barking Spider

12/23 Prosperity X-MAS SPECIAL

Martini Five-O