About me: Spark Contemporary Art Space acts as a gallery, performance space, and studio. Spark's primary aim is to provide space and community to emerging artists in the Syracuse region and beyond. The gallery was founded in the mid-nineties and functions as a contemporary venue and resource to the artistic and performative talents of the region. Exhibition proposals are accepted on a running basis and gallery space is available to rent for weekly or nightly events and shows.
With the initiation of a monthly video screening series in 2001, Spark became one of the leading venues for video art in Syracuse. Spark Video provides the community an opportunity to see video work from local and international artists. Performances are not limited to video art, as Spark hosts musical acts from all over the world on a regular basis.
Where: Ruskin Avenue, in the heart of Syracuse's Strathmore Neighborhood. When: Saturday, June 14th, 2008 11:00A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Come see more than 40 local artists and their work , bring the kids to our "hands on art center" with interactive crafts all day and Storytime with Miss Sue! Food from Lao Village and Funk N' Waffles!
CFAC is offering a beginner level ceramic beadmaking class. The eight-week course is scheduled to start April 10th and will run Thursdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Course instructor, Bonnie Ryan, will explore with students clay handling, glazing and jewelry construction techniques that can be used to make distinctive jewelry or decorations. Ms. Ryan has worked with jewelry and ceramics for many years and brings to the classroom a wealth of knowledge and excitement about African and Indian jewelry made from ceramic, glass, and semi-precious stones.
Everyone will have an opportunity to create enough beads to construct at least one necklace, bracelet, and ornament. At the end of the course you will be able to keep all the pieces you have created.
Register now, spaces are limited. Maximum group size is eight students, ensuring that everyone taking part enjoys close personal attention from the instructor. All tools, materials and equipment are provided. The focus is on practical and creative work and your instructor will keep a close eye to help you achieve the best results. NOTE: This course involves some potentially messy processes so you are advised to wear comfortable clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty.
Course: April 10 - Jun 12 2008 Day: Thursdays ::: Time: 6:30-8:30p.m. ::: Course Cost: $160
Spaces are limited to register please contact the Community Folk Art Center at 442.2230 or via email at cfac@syr.edu. </font
Current CFAC Gallery Exhibition AfriCOBRA: Liberated Images February 2 - April 5 2008 AfriCOBRA (“African Commune of Bad Relevant Artists”) began in Chicago in 1968 as a group of visual, performing, and literary artists who sought to capture the vibrancy and spirit of African American urban life through elements found in traditional African art. Through the years, the group has continued to add new members.
Exhibiting artists in AfriCOBRA: Liberated Images include: Akili Ron Anderson, Kevin Cole, Adger Cowans, Murry DePillars, Jeff Donaldson (1932-2004), Michael D. Harris, Napoleon Jones-Henderson, James Phillips, Frank Smith and Nelson Stevens. Jones-Henderson, who is a founding member of the group, serves as exhibition administrator for AfriCOBRA. The exhibition features recent works in a variety of two-and-three-dimensional media.
Shut Down the Republican National Convention this summer! RNC Welcoming Committee Tour in Syracuse! Friday, Feb 1st, 5pm Women’s Info Center, 601 Allen St NoRNC.org
Syracuse Community Choir: Call for Singers Sing for Peace and Justice
Wednesday, October 10, 7:00pm Wednesday, October 17, 7:00pm Westcott Community Center 826 Euclid Avenue, Syracuse NY 13210
The Syracuse Community Choir (SCC) invites the public to choir orientation and information rehearsals at the Westcott Community Center. Everyone is welcome, no formal music training or sight reading skills are required. Interested singers in all voice parts are invited to attend. Current rehearsals are in preparation for the SCC’s 22nd Annual Winter Solstice Concert, to be held December 15th at the Plymouth Congregational Church. Founded in 1985 by choral director Karen Mihalyi, the Syracuse Community Choir offers participants an opportunity to sing songs of peace and social justice – with a focus on issues of civil rights, environmental rights, religious acceptance, and inclusion of all people. Regular choir rehearsals are held Wednesday nights from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the Westcott Community Center. Please direct inquiries to Karen Mihalyi at 428-8151 or via email at syracusecommunitychoir@gmail.com
Thanks for the add. If anyone is ever bored Wednesday night 7-10, come over to Open Figure Drawing at the Westcott Community Center. We'd love to see you.
Syracuse Youth In Action meeting & sign-making for September 29th massive anti-war march! meeting Thursday,9/20,7pm @ Recess Coffee House, 110 Harvard Help build for the Youth/Anti-Authoritarian contingent & feeder march Sept 29 @ 12:30 at the Galleries Library, 447 S Salina St!
CFAC is offering a beginner level ceramic beadmaking class. The eight-week course is scheduled to start April 10th and will run Thursdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm.
AfriCOBRA (“African Commune of Bad Relevant Artists”) began in Chicago in 1968 as a group of visual, performing, and literary artists who sought to capture the vibrancy and spirit of African American urban life through elements found in traditional African art. Through the years, the group has continued to add new members.
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