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Date: 9/11/2024
Subject: MVCAC's Spotlight - Thank You for an Amazing Summer + Exciting Fall Events!
From: The Maple Valley Creative Arts Council



 
Hi there!

Wow, what a summer it has been! 
We are beyond grateful for everyone who joined us at our Summer Concerts in the Arboretum series. Your support for our local musicians made these events truly special as you can see in the photos below, we had really nice attendance and beautiful weather (with the exception of one week in August where we had to quickly move to the MVCAC due to torrential rain)!
 

We would like to give a shout out to all of our 2024 performing artists: Sweet Street Jazz Ensemble, Natalie Mayhew, Jim Hanna, Rob Kneisler, Michael Murphy, Charles Villegas, Kaiya Buffelen, Jessie and Matt Siren, Ed Corrigan's play "David", the and Maple Valley Big Band.

 

Big thanks to our partners at the Lake Wilderness Arboretum for providing the space, and to our sponsors 4Culture for helping to make these events possible! Below is just a snapshot of a few of the concerts! 

  
 
Just in case you have not heard by now! We are thrilled that Ashley Ashbeck, one of our talented artist members and a true local artist, has been selected for our Mural ProjectWe are into week 3 already, and as seen in the photos, she is already bringing the history and beauty of Maple Valley to life on the side of a building at the Maple Valley Historical Society.  Thank you to all who came out to meet Ashley and check out her work Sept. 7th. 
 
 
 But that is not all! Mark your calendars for the 5th Annual Food Truck Roundup at 5 p.m., Sept. 13 at the Legacy site.
 

 This event benefits our beloved Maple Valley Food Bank and Emergency Services, and we are thrilled to sponsor the entertainment featuring Jim Hanna and Sarah Pasillas two amazing local musicians.
 
Bring your family and friends and come out to support the community, enjoy a variety of delicious eats and great music!
 
Emerald Theatre is casting auditions for adult and youth roles for Dickens' A Christmas Carol. Interested actors will need to fill out this audition form --> AUDITION FORM.
 
Adults should plan to submit a video audition by Sept. 11, callbacks will be scheduled for Sept. 16. Youth auditions take place Sept. 17 at 7 p.m. Get all the details, pay, roles, scripts, timing, etc. here on the  Emerald Theater website: https://www.emeraldtheatre.org/auditions.
 
Our next General Members meeting takes place Sept. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Join us at the Maple Valley Creative Arts Center to stay updated on all the exciting happenings around Maple Valley.
 
Calling all MVCAC member artists!  Are you ready to showcase your artwork? Please use the following link to provide artwork titles, dimensions, and prices. Art must be dropped off at the MVCAC on Friday, Sept. 20 from 5-6 p.m. or Monday, Sept. 23 from 4-6 p.m. We have two great spaces for work to be shown and would love to FILL THEM!
 
Submit your work and let’s celebrate the undeniable talent that thrives within our MVCAC family - Register here. ❤️ If you need to join or update your membership, now’s the perfect time! MVCAC membership sign-up is easy to join.
So, please spread the word by sharing this email with local artists you feel would be interested. This show is a place to showcase MVCAC members' work.

Our opening ArtWalk Reception is scheduled to kick off at the City Hall on Sept. 25 from 6-6:50 p.m., then we will move on to the MVCAC to end the evening. We are thrilled to share that Jim Hanna will be performing live music at the City Hall and Paul Johnson at the MVCAC. We will also have treats and refreshments available! Invite your friends to join in on the fun! We can’t wait to see the incredible talent you bring to our community!
 
Are you ready to dive into the colorful world of GOLDEN Artist Colors? We are thrilled to invite you to a FREE online event Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. that promises to ignite your creativity and broaden your artistic horizons.
 
In this engaging session, you’ll explore the versatile range of GOLDEN paints, including High Flow, Fluid Colors, and QoR Watercolors. Golden will cover traditional watercolor techniques and modern applications like washes, staining, granulation, blooms, splash, and “white-out” tricks.
 
But the fun doesn't stop there! Learn how to combine QoR Watercolors and GOLDEN Acrylics 
to harness the best of both worlds—watercolor’s resoluability and acrylic’s permanence. Discover unique substrates like wood panels, fabrics, and plastics to elevate your artwork. Plus, we’ll discuss archival varnishing for preserving your masterpieces. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to transform your art. 👉 REGISTER NOW (Select Event: 9/22= on-line Maple Valley Creative Arts with Barbara De Pirro W8-526).

 The instructor will share several samples, techniques and answer questions during the event. A class summary and images will be provided so that artists can continue their exploration independently.  Attendees (US Only) will have the opportunity to request free product samples (FYI shipped after the event).

Golden will email all registered artists the Zoom link 3 days prior to the event. Two reminders will also be sent, 1 day prior & the day of the event. Contact Barbara De Pirro, depirroart@gmail.com with any questions.

This event is sponsored by Golden Artist Colors & co-hosted by Maple Valley Creative Arts Council.

Lastly, join us for our Open Mic at the MVCAC on Sept. 26 at 7 p.m. 

We look forward to seeing you at these fantastic events!

Best,
The Maple Valley Creative Arts Council
 
P.S. We have some fun events coming your way in the next few months. Don't forget to mark these on your calendar, we will share more details in the coming weeks:

- Midnight Mystery Theater Halloween Show - Saturday, October 19, 7:00 PM
- Merriment '24 -- Halloween Party! - Friday, October 25, 2024, 7:00-9:30 PM
- MVCAC Short Play Festival - Friday, November 08, 7:00 PM and Saturday, November 9, 7:00 PM


Maple Valley Creative Arts Council
23220 Maple Valley Black Diamond Rd SE, Ste 15
Maple Valley, WA 98038
425-432-0810
 

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