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Martinsburg, WV, August 30, 2010—As part of its ongoing commitment to support local artists and artisans, the Berkeley Arts Council (http://www.berkeleyartswv.org) is sponsoring a line-up of workshops for late summer and fall. Slots are still available for these weekend workshops. A web presence is becoming more and more important for artists … Continue Reading Space Available for Berkeley Arts Council Workshop: Build a Free Web Site with Wordpress
4th Annual Main Street Martinsburg Scarecrow Project
Martinsburg, WV - Main Street Martinsburg announces their 4th annual Scarecrow Project. Whether scary or funny, silly or ridiculous, this is your chance to express yourself and your business or organization! Use your imagination, discarded old clothes, hats, gloves, and any other accessories you’ll need to make your scarecrow unforgettable! Continuing … Continue Reading 4th Annual Main Street Martinsburg Scarecrow Project
Andrew McKnight & Beyond Borders Return to Local Stage after Cancer Struggle
Bandmate’s Health Scare Gives Group New Appreciation Since he walked away from his corporate environmental engineering career thirteen years ago to embark on the half million mile journey that is his life in music, western Loudoun-based singer and songwriter Andrew McKnight has built an enthusiastic fanbase and a wealth of critical … Continue Reading Andrew McKnight & Beyond Borders Return to Local Stage after Cancer Struggle
Stoney Creek on WAMU’s Tom “Cat” Reeder Show - August 24
Washington, DC (August 19) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band will appear on Tuesday’s (8/24) Tom “Cat” Reeder Show on WAMU’s Bluegrass Country. Stoney Creek will be in the studio at 2:00 (EDT) to discuss their new album, “Hot Off the Press”, and their August 28 appearance at the Lucketts Fair. “Hot … Continue Reading Stoney Creek on WAMU’s Tom “Cat” Reeder Show - August 24
Shepherd department hosts Faculty Art Exhibition and reception
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—The Shepherd University Department of Contemporary Art and Theater will present the annual Faculty Art Exhibition on Monday, September 6 through Friday, October 1 in the Frank Center Gallery. An opening reception to meet the artists will be held Tuesday, September 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. The reception is … Continue Reading Shepherd department hosts Faculty Art Exhibition and reception
Berkeley Arts Council Artist Directory Goes Live
Martinsburg, WV, August 14, 2010—The Berkeley Arts Council announced today the posting of the new Berkeley County Artist Directory on its web site. The Directory is a listing of visual artists, artisans, performing artists, writers and other members of the creative community. The directory is a resource for businesses and organizations … Continue Reading Berkeley Arts Council Artist Directory Goes Live
Shepherd to hold open meeting for Phase II of Center for Contemporary Arts on August 23
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—Shepherd University will sponsor an open meeting for the community to hear a presentation about the Phase II of the Center for Contemporary Arts at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, August 23 at the Robert C. Byrd Center for Legislative Studies. Architects for Holzman Moss will present the building design. University … Continue Reading Shepherd to hold open meeting for Phase II of Center for Contemporary Arts on August 23
Berkeley Arts Council to Offer Workshops for Local Artists
Martinsburg, WV, August 8, 2010—As part of its ongoing commitment to support local artists and artisans, the Berkeley Arts Council (http://www.berkeleyartswv.org) is sponsoring a line-up of workshops for late summer and fall. Slots are still available for these weekend workshops. For artists and artisans looking to photograph their artwork and not … Continue Reading Berkeley Arts Council to Offer Workshops for Local Artists
Shepherd’s Rude Mechanicals Medieval and Renaissance Players to hold auditions
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—Shepherd University’s Rude Mechanicals Medieval and Renaissance Players will hold auditions for William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream on Wednesday, August 18, and Thursday, August 19 from 8-10 p.m. in Reynolds Hall. Auditions are open to Shepherd University students and community members over the age of 16. Shakespeare’s comedy of … Continue Reading Shepherd’s Rude Mechanicals Medieval and Renaissance Players to hold auditions
Chester River Runoff CD Release Party at Beans in the Belfry
Many musical groups describe themselves as “a family.” But in the case of the band Chester River Runoff, it’s not a simple cliché. It’s an accurate description. For six years they’ve been laughing, bickering, and making music together. And you can hear the results Sunday,August 8th at Beans in the Belfry. Termed … Continue Reading Chester River Runoff CD Release Party at Beans in the Belfry
Scenes from Berkeley County Featured in Library Art Display
Artists often gain inspiration from the views that are part of their daily life, using their personal perspective and talents to capture what they see and share it. A group of painters and photographers recently responded to an invitation to include their creative efforts in the August exhibit at the Martinsburg … Continue Reading Scenes from Berkeley County Featured in Library Art Display
Full Circle Theater Seeks Actors for “A Thurber Carnival”
Opening the fall theater season for Shepherdstown’s Full Circle Theater Company will be James Thurber’s humorous stories and anecdotes collected under the title “A Thurber Carnival.” A cast of five men and four women will be selected to portray almost fifty different characters appearing in 16 skits. Auditions will take place … Continue Reading Full Circle Theater Seeks Actors for “A Thurber Carnival”
Shepherd’s Department of Contemporary Art and Theater plans trip to Paris in March 2011
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—Shepherd University’s Department of Contemporary Art and Theater is planning a trip to Paris in March 2011. Rhonda Smith, chair of the Department, created a tour that includes three days of free time to explore the city and the opportunity to view historic and contemporary art venues. The general public … Continue Reading Shepherd’s Department of Contemporary Art and Theater plans trip to Paris in March 2011
Shepherd professor exhibits one-person show
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—Rhonda Smith, professor of art, chair of the Department of Contemporary Art and Theater, and coordinator of the B.F.A. Non-Toxic Printmaking program at Shepherd University, will exhibit “Travel with a Talisman: A Journey Works by Rhonda J. Smith” July 16 to August 28 at the Shenandoah Arts Council Gallery in … Continue Reading Shepherd professor exhibits one-person show
Blue Ridge Basketry Now Open in Hedgesville
Almost any day of the week, Shirley Snyder invites you to visit her shop “Blue Ridge Basketry” on Town Spring Street in historic Hedgesville, West Virginia. The shop is within a block of the library and apropos the street name, near the historic Town Spring. Blue Ridge Basketry baskets are each … Continue Reading Blue Ridge Basketry Now Open in Hedgesville
Berkeley Artists Directory Seeks to Survey Local Talent
Martinsburg, WV - Visual artists and artisans, musicians, dancers, performers and other types of artists are encouraged to create their own listings in an Artist Directory being established under the auspices of the Berkeley Arts Council. The directory will be a resource for businesses and organizations wishing to exhibit and display … Continue Reading Berkeley Artists Directory Seeks to Survey Local Talent
2010 Palette Project Winners Announced
Martinsburg, WV - The Palette Project is one of several Main Street Martinsburg’s actions aimed at revitalizing the historic downtown. Each palette is uniquely created and then donated by local artists. The palettes bring color to the downtown area, encourage the public to view art, showcase talented artists and serve as … Continue Reading 2010 Palette Project Winners Announced
North Mountain Arts Festival Hedgesville Saturday June 5th
Mark the date - Saturday June 5th is the fourth annual North Mountain Arts Festival in Historic Hedgesville West Virginia. North Mountain Arts owner Kristin Nelson, the host and coordinator of this event, says “It’s even bigger and better this year with over 30 regional artists participating. Our goal is to … Continue Reading North Mountain Arts Festival Hedgesville Saturday June 5th
Goose Route Dance Festival Kicks Off Tenth Season with June 19 Preview Party
Shepherdstown, WV—“Dance Demystified” is the theme of the Preview Party for the Goose Route Dance Festival’s Tenth Anniversary Season. The party takes place on Saturday, June 19, 4:30-6:30 pm at the Byrd Legislative Center, 213 North King Street, Shepherdstown. After light refreshments in the rotunda, the ten professional dance companies performing … Continue Reading Goose Route Dance Festival Kicks Off Tenth Season with June 19 Preview Party
Winning Student Art on Display at Dunn Building
Creative high school students who earned recognition for their work in the recent VIZZI student competition are being recognized with an exhibit in the Dunn Building through the month of June. The top three entries in each of eleven categories are on view for visitors to the upper level county office … Continue Reading Winning Student Art on Display at Dunn Building
Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band is Bluegrass Music Profiles’ Artist of the Week
Hedgesville, WV (May 12, 2010) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band has been chosen as the Bluegrass Music Profiles “Artist of the Week” for the week of May 12. The “Artist of the Week” page is located at the magazine’s website, BluegrassMusicProfiles.com. Stoney Creek’s Libby Files answers questions about the band’s touring … Continue Reading Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band is Bluegrass Music Profiles’ Artist of the Week
Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band tracks to air on WAMU’s Bluegrass Country on Saturday May 8th
Washington, D.C. (May 6, 2010) - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band will have several tracks played on WAMU’s Bluegrass Country this weekend. Gary Henderson will be airing several songs from the band’s new CD, “HOT OFF THE PRESS” on the Saturday, May 8th edition of his show. “The Gary Henderson Show” airs … Continue Reading Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band tracks to air on WAMU’s Bluegrass Country on Saturday May 8th
Goose Route Arts Collaborative’s Spring Concert Tours to Berkeley Springs
Berkeley Springs, WV—Mood House and Other Dances, Goose Route Arts Collaborative’s Spring Concert, tours to Berkeley Springs on Saturday, May 15, at 8:00 pm, at Berkeley Springs High School. Tickets, available at the door, are $5 general admission and $2 for students/children. Performed at this concert will be Mood House, a … Continue Reading Goose Route Arts Collaborative’s Spring Concert Tours to Berkeley Springs
North Mountain Arts Festival To Feature Juried Artisans
Hedgesville, WV - The fourth annual North Mountain Arts Festival will be held in historic Hedgesville, located in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, on Saturday, June 5, 2010. A full day event, held from 9:30am-4:00pm will be filled with art, music and food. The event is free and open to … Continue Reading North Mountain Arts Festival To Feature Juried Artisans
Brunswick Music Fest Premieres Saturday, June 19
Brunswick, MD - Saturday, June 19th, the small historic town of Brunswick, Maryland will be bustling with excitement because at 11am that day, downtown at Railroad Square, the gates will open for the very first Brunswick Music Fest. The festival will feature original and traditional blues, bluegrass and old-time mountain music, … Continue Reading Brunswick Music Fest Premieres Saturday, June 19
Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band’s new album is “Hot Off the Press”!
Hedgesville, West Virginia - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band is pleased to release their latest album, “Hot Off the Press”. Audio samples are posted on the Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band web site, as well as the band’s official social network pages. The album contains liner notes written by several prominent figures in … Continue Reading Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band’s new album is “Hot Off the Press”!
Shepherd art students hosting parade to end semester
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—Students from Shepherd University’s visual thinking class will be taking an unusual approach to final projects in the coming week as they hold their first-ever art parade. The visual thinking class is a two-semester core-class that focuses on building three-dimensional problem-solving skills, increasing conceptual lines of thinking, and introducing performance … Continue Reading Shepherd art students hosting parade to end semester
Shepherd Hosting Literary Expatriates in Love and War Tour in 2011
SHEPHERDSTOWN,WV—The Shepherd University Department of English and Modern Languages is hosting Literary Expatriates in Love and War from March 11-23, 2011. The trip will take travelers to Geneva, Interlaken, Montreux, Venice, Florence, Rome, and Pompeii. Community members are welcomed to join. The deadline for application is Friday, April 30. Students can … Continue Reading Shepherd Hosting Literary Expatriates in Love and War Tour in 2011
Shepherd Common Reading book for 2010-11 chosen
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—Shepherd University students, faculty, and staff, along with the Shepherdstown community, have selected Survival of the Prettiest: The Science of Beauty by Nancy Etcoff as the 2010-11 Shepherd Common Reading. Survival of the Prettiest is a non-fiction book which incorporates principles and ideas from anthropology, art, marketing, biology, archeological literature, … Continue Reading Shepherd Common Reading book for 2010-11 chosen
Shepherd’s West Virginia Fiction Competition deadline is May 1
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—Submissions for Shepherd University’s eighth annual West Virginia Fiction Competition are currently being accepted until May 1. Award-winning Kentucky writer Bobbie Ann Mason will select the winning short stories and offer full critiques of all finalists’ stories. Visit the West Virginia New Writers Fiction Competition Winners to read the writings … Continue Reading Shepherd’s West Virginia Fiction Competition deadline is May 1
Obsessive Creative Drawings exhibit beginning April 1
SHEPHERDSTOWN,WV—Shepherd University seniors Chelsea Hosey, Little Birch, and Brittany Smith, Clifton, Virginia, will present their senior exhibit, Obsessive Creative Drawings, in the Scarborough Library reading room, from April 1-7. An opening reception will take place on April 1, from 5-7 p.m. Obsessive Creative Drawings will showcase a mix of illustrative narratives … Continue Reading Obsessive Creative Drawings exhibit beginning April 1
Goose Route Dance Festival’s Tenth Anniversary Season Announced
Shepherdstown, WV—Goose Route Arts Collaborative is pleased to announce the Tenth Annual Goose Route Dance Festival, July 16-25, 2010. Ten innovative professional modern dance companies will be in residence over the two weeks of the festival, bringing a wide array of sophisticated, clever, funny, beautiful, and athletic choreography. The groups, from … Continue Reading Goose Route Dance Festival’s Tenth Anniversary Season Announced
Spring Dance Classes for Kids in Shepherdstown, WV
Shepherdstown, WV—Goose Route Arts Collaborative’s Spring session of classes for children begins Wednesday, April 14 and runs through May 26. With an emphasis on originality over imitation and cooperation over competition, Goose Route’s classes aim to elicit imagination, artistry and true self-expression. All classes take place at the Shepherdstown Train Station, … Continue Reading Spring Dance Classes for Kids in Shepherdstown, WV
Shepherd University Theater presents sketch comedy “Tea Baggin’ My Coffee” in April
SHEPHERDSTOWN,WV—The Shepherd University Sketch Factor—a group of Shepherd student actors, writers, and directors, along with guest director Tad Janes—bring the Shepherd sketch comedy Tea Baggin’ My Coffee in a preview performance April 15 at 8 p.m. Evening shows will be April 16, 17, 21, 22, 23 and 24 at 8 p.m., … Continue Reading Shepherd University Theater presents sketch comedy “Tea Baggin’ My Coffee” in April
Award-Winning Songwriter Andrew McKnight Brings Theatrical Flair to Frederick
Singer/songwriter, guitarist poet and Falling Mountain recording artist Andrew McKnight will make a rare Frederick tour stop for an intimate concert at Frederick Cellars, featuring his engaging collection of songs and stories celebrating the American landscape and people. The concert is the first of what is planned to be a series … Continue Reading Award-Winning Songwriter Andrew McKnight Brings Theatrical Flair to Frederick
March 18th CD Release of “The Special 150th Anniversary Edition of Civil War Stories in Song”
Hagerstown, MD—Jennie Avila has unearthed treasure in Washington County, MD. Come and hear the stories of our Civil War era history and ancestors. Hagerstown is a haven of inspiration for nationally touring artist, Jennie Avila. She has shared the stage with musical legends such as Pete Seeger and Joan Baez. But … Continue Reading March 18th CD Release of “The Special 150th Anniversary Edition of Civil War Stories in Song”
Shepherd graduate showcases photography on April 2
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—Photoworks of Leesburg, Virginia, will be showcasing “Synthetic Glamour,” an exhibit of work by a Shepherd University senior photographer Ben Schonberger. The exhibit will be on display Friday, April 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Photoworks, 2a Loudoun St. SW, Leesburg, Virginia. The show is a collection of new … Continue Reading Shepherd graduate showcases photography on April 2
Scarborough Society Sponsoring Bus tour to D.C.’s Newseum
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—The Scarborough Society of Shepherd University and the Shepherd University Foundation will be sponsoring a bus tour to the Newseum in Washington, D.C., Thursday, June 3. The bus will depart from Shepherd at 9:30 a.m. and return at approximately 6 p.m. The trip will include lunch at the Newseum by … Continue Reading Scarborough Society Sponsoring Bus tour to D.C.’s Newseum
Shepherd’s Department of Contemporary Art and Theater hosts reception for graphic design show
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—Shepherd University Department of Contemporary Art and Theater will host an opening reception for the first Shepherd AIGA Student Group Graphic Design Show on Monday, March 1, at 5 p.m. in the Frank Center Gallery. The show will run March 1-26. Pieces in the show range from posters and packaging … Continue Reading Shepherd’s Department of Contemporary Art and Theater hosts reception for graphic design show
Performing Arts Series at Shepherd sponsors performance by the Richmond Ballet March 5
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—The Performing Arts Series at Shepherd University will sponsor a special performance by the Richmond Ballet at 8 p.m. in the Frank Center Theater on Friday, March 5. The 22 dancers will present works from the company’s acclaimed repertoire. During its visit, the company will also present educational performances for … Continue Reading Performing Arts Series at Shepherd sponsors performance by the Richmond Ballet March 5
Weber Brothers Tour Locally Before Going International (UPDATED with Sample Track)
Berkeley Springs, WV – Sam and Ryan Weber of The Weber Brothers have returned home for a three-month tour before departing for the international stage. The tour began on February 12 in York, PA and will continue in the four-state area until their final show on April 24 at Hempen Hill … Continue Reading Weber Brothers Tour Locally Before Going International (UPDATED with Sample Track)
Summer Dance Intensive Auditions Announced
Shepherdstown, WV—Goose Route Arts Collaborative announces the audition dates for the Summer Dance Intensive for promising college and high school dance students. Auditions will be held on Saturday, March 6 and Saturday, April 3, from 12:30-3:00 pm at the Shepherdstown Train Station, Audrey Egle Drive, Shepherdstown. Interested candidates need only attend … Continue Reading Summer Dance Intensive Auditions Announced
Warm Up with Goose Route at the February Fete!
Shepherdstown, WV—Goose Route Arts Collaborative hosts the Fourth Annual February Fete on Saturday, February 27, beginning at 5 pm, at the War Memorial Building, 102 East German Street, Shepherdstown. The celebratory party, which raises funds for GRAC’s upcoming programs, features live performances by dancers and musicians, delicious food and drink, and … Continue Reading Warm Up with Goose Route at the February Fete!
Breathing Moments, outdoor performance event celebrating Winter, February 26 in Berkeley Springs
Berkeley Springs, WV—Goose Route Arts Collaborative, a Shepherdstown-based performance group, will present Breathing Moments on Saturday, February 26 at 3 pm in downtown Berkeley Springs. A celebration of the stark beauty of winter, Breathing Moments is a collaboration between visual artist/costumer Collen Tracey, choreographer Kitty Clark, and composer Cam Millar. Dancers … Continue Reading Breathing Moments, outdoor performance event celebrating Winter, February 26 in Berkeley Springs
Berkeley County Photographer’s Exhibit Opens February 7 In Frederick, MD.
Fine art photographer Sterling “Rip” Smith will exhibit a selection of black and white photographs in the Blanche Ames Gallery in Frederick. The title of the exhibit is “Light, Shadow, Form and Texture II” after the artist’s description of the essential elements of his images. Most of the work in this … Continue Reading Berkeley County Photographer’s Exhibit Opens February 7 In Frederick, MD.
Brunswick Music Fest selects Poster Artist
The Gods were smiling on our Brunswick Music Fest when they sent us Lesley Lucas Quesada as an applicant to create the poster and tee-shirt logo art for the June music festival. When the Brunswick Music Fest Committee met on one of the last days of the old year, we evaluated … Continue Reading Brunswick Music Fest selects Poster Artist
Berkeley Arts Council offers “Business of Art” Workshop for Artists and Artisans
“The Business of Art” will be the focus of a one-day workshop for artists and artisans on Saturday, January 30 in Martinsburg. Hosted by the Berkeley Arts Council in association with the Tamarack Foundation, the program offers an overview of the knowledge and skills essential for artists who wish to develop … Continue Reading Berkeley Arts Council offers “Business of Art” Workshop for Artists and Artisans
Breath, indoor/outdoor performance event, takes place January 23 in Shepherdstown
Shepherdstown, WV—The ritual of a circle dance initiates Breath, an original dance, music, and visual art event taking place Saturday, January 23 at the War Memorial Building and the lawn of McMurran Hall in downtown Shepherdstown. Produced by Goose Route Arts Collaborative, Breath is a co-creation by visual artist Colleen Tracey, … Continue Reading Breath, indoor/outdoor performance event, takes place January 23 in Shepherdstown
Winter Session of Dance and Improvisation Classes for Kids and Adults Announced
Shepherdstown, WV—Goose Route Arts Collaborative’s Winter session of classes for children and adults begins January 6 and runs through March. With an emphasis on originality over imitation and cooperation over competition, Goose Route’s classes aim to elicit imagination, artistry and true self-expression from people of all ages. All classes take place … Continue Reading Winter Session of Dance and Improvisation Classes for Kids and Adults Announced
Get-Acquainted Opportunity with the Berkeley Arts Council
Artists and supporters of the arts from the Panhandle region will have an opportunity to learn more about the recently-formed Berkeley Arts Council during an open house reception on Saturday, December 12 at 2:00 p.m. at the downtown Martinsburg Library. As part of the Arts Council’s mission to increase opportunities for … Continue Reading Get-Acquainted Opportunity with the Berkeley Arts Council
Hard to Resist
There is something about Santa that always brings a smile. I don’t know why. It might be that one finds a certain comfort in the image frequently portrayed as rotund bearded figure often described as jolly and old – synonyms of happy and mature. And even more frequently a white rotund … Continue Reading Hard to Resist
Berkeley Arts Council to host grant writing workshop with WV Division of Culture and History
The Berkeley Arts Council will serve as host to the West Virginia Division of Culture and History’s (WVDCH) Arts staff as they present a grant-writing workshop in Martinsburg on Saturday, December 5 at 1:00 p.m. at the downtown Library. The meeting is free and open to the public and will last … Continue Reading Berkeley Arts Council to host grant writing workshop with WV Division of Culture and History
Announcing the Fall 2009 Berkeley Springs Studio Tour
Berkeley Springs, WV - A self-guided, free tour of artists’ studios in and around Morgan Co., WV starting at the Morgan Arts Council’s Ice House Arts Center in Berkeley Springs, WV will be held on Saturday, October 24 10 am - 5pm and Sunday, October 25 10 am - 5 pm. … Continue Reading Announcing the Fall 2009 Berkeley Springs Studio Tour
Berkeley Arts Council Elects Board, Adopts Bylaws
The Berkeley Arts Council has elected its first Board of Directors and completed the process of finalizing and adopting its bylaws. Malinda Shaver, who was a co-chair of the organizing committee, was elected President of the Board. Shaver said “We are really excited about the quality people that have been attracted … Continue Reading Berkeley Arts Council Elects Board, Adopts Bylaws
