Calling visual artists!
We celebrate the opening of fishing season with our annual Open Water exhibit at the First Stage Gallery which will begin May 6, 2010. We're looking for artwork that depicts our northern Minnesota lakes, rivers and the recreational activities that we enjoy there. Submit digital images of artwork by April 15th via e-mail to lyriccenterforthearts@yahoo.com. Include your name and a phone number. Please pass this on to other artists you know!
Thanks
Mary McReynolds
Lyric Center for the Arts
The First Stage gallery and performance venue
P.O. Box 416
Virginia, MN 55792
218-741-5577
http://lyriccenterforthearts.blogspot.com
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Fiber Display and Reception
Structure: An Exhibit of fiber and collage
> Mary Gross Erickson
> Library Fine Arts Gallery
> Mesabi Range Community and Technical College
> March 17 - April 6, 2010
> Opening Reception: March 18, 3:00 - 6:00 pm
> Gallery Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Call for evening hours, 749-7712
> Mary Gross Erickson
> Library Fine Arts Gallery
> Mesabi Range Community and Technical College
> March 17 - April 6, 2010
> Opening Reception: March 18, 3:00 - 6:00 pm
> Gallery Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Call for evening hours, 749-7712
Friday, March 12, 2010
We're Counting on our Journalism Readers to Help Out!
March Goodness Fundraiser for Iron Range Veterans Memorial
Public announcement. During March (starting on March 15-March 29, the local Iron Range Veterans Memorial has been selected to participate in an opportunity for online donations. The website for non profits is:
http://www.razoo.com/story/Mg2010-Razoo-Nit-Iron-Range-Veterans-Memorial
You can type razoo.com and then select Iron Range Veterans Memorial as your charity (March 15 or later) or just copy/paste the above URL address into your computer browser. It is easy and fast to hit the donation button! The IRVM will receive %100 of the money and, if it ranks in the top of the 32 non profits selected for this special honor, it will also receive a further donation from razoo.
Since the IRVM has found itself with its first shortfall and the bronze is due to arrive in mid May, we need everyone's help! Please use this efficient and fast way to send a donation so you can also become part of the grassroots success story! Thank you for your help! See you in May at the IRVM park plaza site! Uplifting and exciting times are ahead for the entire Iron Range
Public announcement. During March (starting on March 15-March 29, the local Iron Range Veterans Memorial has been selected to participate in an opportunity for online donations. The website for non profits is:
http://www.razoo.com/story/Mg2010-Razoo-Nit-Iron-Range-Veterans-Memorial
You can type razoo.com and then select Iron Range Veterans Memorial as your charity (March 15 or later) or just copy/paste the above URL address into your computer browser. It is easy and fast to hit the donation button! The IRVM will receive %100 of the money and, if it ranks in the top of the 32 non profits selected for this special honor, it will also receive a further donation from razoo.
Since the IRVM has found itself with its first shortfall and the bronze is due to arrive in mid May, we need everyone's help! Please use this efficient and fast way to send a donation so you can also become part of the grassroots success story! Thank you for your help! See you in May at the IRVM park plaza site! Uplifting and exciting times are ahead for the entire Iron Range
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Iron Range Veterans Memorial Selected for March 15 March Goodness Online Fund Raiser!
blog readers:
We need everyone's help to get the word out on this fund raiser for our local non profit Iron Range Veterans Memorial public bronze. Please help through whatever means you have blogs/emails/flyers/facebook/bulletin boards/websites/other? Thanks Charlene (co chair IRVM)
Here is the email that arrived this week. I will post further instructions as I receive them on how to participate in this online fund raiser n behalf of our local IRVM 100% of donated (tax deductible) mone goes directly to the IRVM. Please consider participating! We need everyone's help to complete the 9 ton bronze project.
Dear Charlene,
Greetings from Razoo Central in Washington DC and Congratulations!
IRON RANGE VETERANS MEMORIAL is one of the 32 organizations selected to compete in Razoo's 2010 March Goodness RazooNIT contest.
Leading up to the competition kick off on March 15, 2010 (12AM EST) you will be receiving important information regarding the contest including an updated contest calendar, instructions for setting up a March Goodness Project page where donations will be made, a March Goodness Tool Kit, and information regarding the rules of the contest. We hope to provide you with the resources and tools necessary to ensure a successful shot at the RazooNIT title while also attracting new donors and supporters of your mission.
Below is the current contest calendar. We will inform you of any updates and/or changes as they occur:
March 15 – 30: Big Dance Regional Tournaments and RazooNIT Tournament
March 18: March Goodness Happy Hour in Washington DC
March 31: Announce Champion of the RazooNIT Contest
Please check www.marchgoodness.com for the latest information. We will post the RazooNIT leader board, and you'll be able to check out the other competing organizations.
Reminder: There is a $10.00 minimum donation and the contest does not begin until March 15, 2010 12AM EST. Donors who make donations before this time, and those who do not use your official March Goodness Project Page, will not be counted toward the final total. Again, there will be further instructions on setting up a March Goodness Project Page, but we wanted to remind you before eager donors flooded your page!
Please make sure we have your correct contact information as all information sent to you will be vital to your success. Also, check to see that your Razoo organization page is up to date.
Please be on the look out for upcoming emails that include updates and materials and if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at anytime at marchgoodness@razoo.com.
Thank you for participating in March Goodness 2010. We look forward to a great competition.
Good Luck!
The March Goodness Team at Razoo
marchgoodness@razoo.com
We need everyone's help to get the word out on this fund raiser for our local non profit Iron Range Veterans Memorial public bronze. Please help through whatever means you have blogs/emails/flyers/facebook/bulletin boards/websites/other? Thanks Charlene (co chair IRVM)
Here is the email that arrived this week. I will post further instructions as I receive them on how to participate in this online fund raiser n behalf of our local IRVM 100% of donated (tax deductible) mone goes directly to the IRVM. Please consider participating! We need everyone's help to complete the 9 ton bronze project.
Dear Charlene,
Greetings from Razoo Central in Washington DC and Congratulations!
IRON RANGE VETERANS MEMORIAL is one of the 32 organizations selected to compete in Razoo's 2010 March Goodness RazooNIT contest.
Leading up to the competition kick off on March 15, 2010 (12AM EST) you will be receiving important information regarding the contest including an updated contest calendar, instructions for setting up a March Goodness Project page where donations will be made, a March Goodness Tool Kit, and information regarding the rules of the contest. We hope to provide you with the resources and tools necessary to ensure a successful shot at the RazooNIT title while also attracting new donors and supporters of your mission.
Below is the current contest calendar. We will inform you of any updates and/or changes as they occur:
March 15 – 30: Big Dance Regional Tournaments and RazooNIT Tournament
March 18: March Goodness Happy Hour in Washington DC
March 31: Announce Champion of the RazooNIT Contest
Please check www.marchgoodness.com for the latest information. We will post the RazooNIT leader board, and you'll be able to check out the other competing organizations.
Reminder: There is a $10.00 minimum donation and the contest does not begin until March 15, 2010 12AM EST. Donors who make donations before this time, and those who do not use your official March Goodness Project Page, will not be counted toward the final total. Again, there will be further instructions on setting up a March Goodness Project Page, but we wanted to remind you before eager donors flooded your page!
Please make sure we have your correct contact information as all information sent to you will be vital to your success. Also, check to see that your Razoo organization page is up to date.
Please be on the look out for upcoming emails that include updates and materials and if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at anytime at marchgoodness@razoo.com.
Thank you for participating in March Goodness 2010. We look forward to a great competition.
Good Luck!
The March Goodness Team at Razoo
marchgoodness@razoo.com
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
A few more IRVM Sculpture Photos!
Here are a few more close up photos for the Quad City Journal readers to study details.
Iron Range Veterans Memorial Construction
The Iron Range Veterans Memorial continues to move toward completion. The photos were taken by an Iron Range resident who privately traveled last week to the Crucible Foundry in Norman,Oklahoma. Upon arrival, she was able to join the Happy Trails (Forbes, Mn.) tour group who were brought through the foundry and given a talk by the IRVM sculptor, Gareth Andrews, Zim, Mn. The "Shoulder to Shoulder" bronze is being assembled at the foundry to check how the 160 pieces fit together. It will then be in three segments that will be picked up in May by the New Mexico National Guard and transported to Virginia, Mn. for permanent assemblage. A foundry staff will accompany the bronze and spend three or four days straightening, grinding, polishing and heating for correct patina. The IRVM committee is planning a dedication ceremony for May 29, 2010 that is open to the public.
Book Lover's Tea Announced
Hello Quad City Journal Readers from contributor Jennifer:
We've seen great progress with the FRIENDS of the Virginia Public Library!
Last week's Brown Bag Lunch on Maintain Your Brain was a great success with 27 attendees! Thanks for your help spreading the announcement!
NEXT WEEK
Thursday, March 11, Book Lover's Tea, Library Auditorium
Spend an enjoyable hour talking about everyone's favorite subject--reading! We will talk about new ways to find great reads and you can:
-Share your favorite reads,
-Learn about new online resources,
-Sign up to receive a list of suggested reads,
-Enjoy tea with a few goodies on the side, and
-Win a book lover's door prize.
* Bring your lunch and enjoy tea time treats provided by the Friends of the Virginia Public Library.
* Call (218)748-7525 for more information.
Ambassadors: Please forward, print and post the flyer, as appropriate!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
The FRIENDS help set up for the Brown Bag events and help host/hostess by welcoming attendees and keeping an eye on the refreshments table. If you're planning to attend and would be willing to be a host, please let us know!
Other volunteer opportunities: Volunteer Coordinator, Membership Coordinator, Website creator (Wordpress), Summer Reading Program Craft Coordinators, and more!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
The next meeting of the FRIENDS will be Tuesday, March 23 at 4:00 p.m. in the Library Auditorium.
Come join us as we finalize the FRIENDS strategic plan and make plans for National Library Week in April and the Summer Reading Program! (Let us know if you'd like to receive a copy of the plan.)
March 25: Introduction to Fly Fishing and Tying, Library Auditorium
Come learn about the sport of fly fishing! Local author Doug Nelson will discuss the basic equipment used in fly fishing and fly tying. There will be a fly tying demonstration and a film, "Fly Fishing for Brook Trout." Doug will answer your questions on the topics discussed as well as on outdoor writing. Learn a new way to catch your lunch!
Brown Bag Gardening Series, April 8th, 15th & 22nd
National Library Week, April 10 – April 17
April 12th, One Book, One Community Book Discussion: Animal, Vegetable, Miracle, Barbara Kingsolver
Visit the Library Calendar for a complete list of upcoming events at the library!
--Jennifer Armstrong
FRIENDS of the Virginia Public Library
865-0112
Libraries and literacy are essential!
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