IN
OUR  GALLERY:
An Evening with Art
August 21, 2009 at 7pm
An intimate concert featuring show tunes, classics and standards from days gone by. Tickets are $10 each and include admission, coffee and dessert.
Middle School Art Club begins
August 31 at 4:30pm
Every Monday beginning August 31, students grades 6 to 8 are invited to participate in the FREE Middle School Art Club at the Leesburg Center for the Arts including student led projects, guest artists, and opportunities to participate in Art Exhibits.
Fall Songwriting Workshop begins
September 14 at 7pm
This workshop is a group hands-on learning experience that teaches the fundamentals of songwriting as well as allowing the exploration of the songwriting world through group interaction and community building.
Ridiculously Beautiful Art by PJ Commerford
September 17 to October 15, 2009
Internationally collected by celebrities and art enthusiasts alike, PJ Commerford shares her obvious affection for the unconventional in fine art. www.artbypj.com
4th Annual “Art in the Gardens”
September 19, 2009
Some of the most beautiful private gardens and some of the most talented Plein Air Artists come together for “Art in the Gardens.” Tour these gardens and watch the artists at work. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 the day of the event.
Figure Drawing Studio Workshops
begin September 23 at 7pm
Led by a moderator and includes a live model, the figure drawing “open studio sessions” begin September 23 and run through November 18. No registration is necessary, but there is a $10 fee at the door.
Art Zone for Kids
October 3 at 9am
Held the first Saturday of the month in conjunction with the Saturday Morning Market Season from October through May. $15 class fee includes all supplies for students ages 4 to 12. Advanced registration is required.
An Evening of Fine Wine, Fine Food, and Fine Art
October 3 at 6pm
A four course catered dinner at the Leesburg Center for the Arts with wine pairings along with a live art performance. Tickets are $78 each and are available at the Two Old Hags Wine Shoppe located at the corner of 5th and Main Streets in Downtown Leesburg. Get ready to “bring on your bling” to this event that will benefit the children’s programs of the Leesburg Center for the Arts.
2009 Central Florida Health Alliance Business EXPO
October 8 at 2pm
Hosted by the Leesburg Area Chamber of Commerce at Lake Sumter Community College, we are looking for volunteers who are willing to help us promote the 2009 Beast Feast at our expo booth. To sign up, just call us at 352-365-0232.
Beast Feast 2009
October 29, 2009
Under the oaks of the Historic Mote Morris House, this event features a great variety of exotic and unusual meats along with sides, beverages and live entertainment. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door.
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Art Zone for Kids
November 7 at 9am
Held the first Saturday of the month in conjunction with the Saturday Morning Market Season from October through May. $15 class fee includes all supplies for students ages 4 to 12. Advanced registration is required.
33rd Annual
Leesburg Fine Art Festival
March 6 and 7, 2010
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Over 100 fine artists
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Live entertainment on the Town Square Stage
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Festive Foods, Kids Zone and Classic Car Show
· Student Art Exhibit in the gallery of the Leesburg Center for the Arts
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Leesburg Art Association Spring Show
The
2010 Collectors Circle
What is the Collectors Circle?
The Collectors Circle is an elite group of art patrons supporting the Leesburg Center for the Arts and the Leesburg Fine Art Festival by pre-committing funds to purchase art during the Festival.
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What does
a member receive?
$250
in purchase vouchers (minimum)
VIP treatment at the Collectors Circle Hospitality
Suite
A personal shopper (by request)
Secure storage of purchases while you are at the
festival
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VIP
Parking
An exclusive invitation to the Artists’
Award Reception
A private viewing of works selected for awards
by the judges.
Artist meet and greet
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Why
is the Collectors Circle important?
Because
we can guarantee buyers at the Festival, your
participation ensures the representation of the finest,
nationally known artists
to participate in the Annual Leesburg Fine Art Festival
Shows your support of the Leesburg Center for the
Arts and its children’s programs
Promotes quality
cultural programs and events for Leesburg and the surrounding
communities
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call
365-0232 for more info on how to join Collector’s Circle
WISH
LIST:
The
Center for the Arts needs the following items: A digital camera,
solid color tablecloths and fabric, copy paper, any art supplies
(paint, glue, paper, mat board scraps), handyman tools and stamps.
VOLUNTEER
NEWS
If you are interested in volunteering for the 33rd Annual Leesburg Fine Art Festival, please call us at 352-365-0232. The festival will be held March 6 and 7, 2010 in Historic Downtown Leesburg.
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“The
arts teach us to respect both the diversity of our communities and
the strength of our traditions.” -Makoto Fujimura
If
you are not already a member of the Leesburg Center for the Arts,
consider joining us! For as little as $100 annually, you can help
to create and imagine a better world for Leesburg. Call us at 352-365-0232
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