“Destination ARTS!” Summer 2014
Week 6, Thursday, July 31 – Sunday, August 3

“Destination ARTS!” activities continue in downtown Waynesboro this weekend. Six galleries will be open on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Tuesday, July 29

Renfrew Museum & Park

Tuesday, July 29 – 7:00 PM – Carrie Giauque presents “It Comes Down to Money: The Economic Benefits of Historic Preservation” in the visitors center at Renfrew Museum and Park, 1010 East Main Street.

This program is a part of lecture series to develop a public awareness of historic restoration ideas, techniques and benefits. It fits well with a revived interest for establishment of an Historic District in Waynesboro and restoration of notable historic structures.

Thursday, July 31

Gallery 50

1:00 – 4:00 PM – Marjorie Tressler will be demonstrating oil painting techniques in Gallery 50 on Thursday afternoon.

Gallery 20 East

All Week – The “Wild Things” art exhibit will remain on display in Gallery 20 East throughout the weekend.

Friday, August 1

On The Square

5:00 PM – Music On the Square – Gettysburg’s Nick Andrew Staver will be providing the music in Center Square on Friday night. A graduate of the Berklee College of Music, Staver relocated to Central Pennsylvania from Philadelphia earlier this year. He describes each of his performances as “an intimate opportunity to capture a desired dose of rhythm and blues mixed into modern songwriting storylines.” The guitarist will step up to the microphone at 5:00 PM.

42 West Artists Co-Op

Music can also be heard in 42 West ARTS on Friday night as Patric Schlee’s flute and drums fill the air inside of the co-op during another “Wine Down Friday” event.

Beck & Benedict’s Hardware & Music Theater

7:00 – 10:00 PM – Olde Tyme Jam, 118 Walnut Street

 The Ballroom at the Eagle’s Club

8:00 PM, Doors open at 7:00 PM – Smokin’ Gunnz, Pure Southern Rock. $10 advanced sales, $12 at the door. 21 and over with valid ID. Ballroom entrance 22 East Main Street

Saturday, August 2

On The Square

3:00 – 6:00 PM – Thomas Roue takes his turn entertaining audiences on Center Square. Roue is based out of Gettysburg and can often be seen performing as the lead singer of Pale Barn Ghosts, whose music has been described as “haunting cemetery folk.” He believes his lyrics speak to the idea “that life, death and love are the only themes that really count.” His set is scheduled between the hours of 3:00 and 6:00 p.m.

42 West Artists Co-Op

1:00 – 3:00 PM – Tom Tholen will demonstrate “Painting the Portrait” in oil at 42 West Arts from 1:00 to 3:00 on Saturday afternoon. Tholen has been an active artist for more than 25 years, with combined experience in storyboard, layout and concept work. He loves to share his passion for art with others who are willing to take time to investigate and push their own level of skills. Tholen believes that “all of us are born with the ability to be artistic. Those who we see as artists pursue that skill and with determined practice become ‘artists.’”

Throughout August – The co-op will be displaying the work of “Cumberland Valley Craftsmen Guild Member of the Month,” Jennifer Berger. Berger designs, knits and felts all of her own artwork, including dolls, ornaments and other decorative items. She says her creations are whimsical interpretations of things that are real and imaginary.

Pappy’s Pub

9:00 PM – Torn

Sunday, August 3

Presbyterian Church

3:00 PM – Jerry Kowallis, a longtime choral music director at the Waynesboro Area Senior High School, will be joined by his son, Tod, for a special one-hour concert on Sunday at the Presbyterian Church of Waynesboro on Main Street. The free show will feature arias and duets from the world of opera, rarely heard Spanish songs and a few Neapolitan numbers. The father and son duo will explore show tunes and musical theater during the second half of their performance. They’ll be accompanied on piano by Joan Boytim. Doors to the church will open at 2:30 p.m. before Jerry and Tod take the stage at 3:00.

 On The Square

1:00 – 4:00 PM – The Green Blues Ban – Back again by popular demand, the Green Blues Band will round out the weekend of music with a Sunday afternoon performance. The makeshift ensemble was first heard on Center Square three weeks ago. This week they perform as a trio with tuba player Zach Grass , Austin Beaufort (trombone) and Ethan Mankins (drums) creating a sound that won’t soon be forgotten.

The 2014 version of “Destination ARTS!” features six galleries –

Gallery 50 (50 West Main Street)
Gallery 20 East (20 East Main Street)
42 West ARTS (42 West Main Street)
The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery (10 East Main Street)
The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro (13 South Church Street)
“Through the Lens” – Gallery 74 West (74 West Main Street).

Together, the galleries feature oil paintings, watercolors, pottery, fiber arts, sculpture, photographs, furniture, prints and much more. They are open each week as follows:

Thursdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Fridays from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Sundays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

For more information, visit artsalliancegw.org.

“Destination ARTS!” Summer 2014 – Week 5
Thursday, July 24 – Sunday, July 27

“Destination ARTS!” activities continue in downtown Waynesboro this weekend. Six galleries will be open on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

An all new collection premieres in Gallery 20 East this week!
Wild Things!
A Witty World of Painting, Dolls and Ceramics.

Thursday, July 24

1:00 PM – Gallery 50 – Marjorie Tressler does an oil painting demonstration.

7:00 PM – Renfrew Park and Museum – Lucky Punk – Rockin’ at Renfrew, Volume 2. “Come down and enjoy the evening with us and the crickets as we play some hot, steamin’ rock and roll !!!”

Friday, July 25

5:00 PM – Music On the Square – Friday night’s music on Center Square will be provided by The Lowdown Grasskickers. Formed as an off-shoot of The Boro Boogie Pickers in 2013, the bluegrass band features the familiar sounds of “Destination ARTS!” favorites, Jon Ingels (mandolin, guitar, dobro) and Brad Munn (guitar and fiddle), as well as Kevin Coldsmith (bass) and Rob Kullman (banjo). In addition to bluegrass, the band also crosses into country, rock, folk and blues music, with extended jams and improvisation when the mood strikes. The strings will start being strummed at 5:00.

5:30 – 7:30 PM – Gallery 20 East – Jessica Harney will add her musical touch to the opening of the new art show in Gallery 20 East with light jazz and pop vocals.

42 West Artists Co-Op – Patric Schlee’s flute and drums can again be heard at 42 West ARTS during the co-op’s weekly “Wine Down Friday” event.

Beck & Benedict’s Hardware & Music Theater

7:00 – 10:00 PM – Olde Tyme Jam, 118 Walnut Street

Saturday, July 26 – A unique line-up of entertainment is on tap.

On the Square

12:00 – 3:00 PM – On the Square – A group of Korean performers are set to entertain an audience on Center Square from noon until 3:00 p.m. Specializing in a percussion-style music known as Samulnori, the group uses four instruments (Puk, Janngu, Jing and K’Kwaenggwari) to represent an element of nature. Celebratory dancing will be a part of the show as well.
Courtesy of Sapporo Restaurant.

4:00 – 6:00 PM – On the Square – Anyone visiting the square is in for “A Magical Experience.” After making their first “Destination ARTS!” appearance last September, David Wayne and Miss Penelope return to downtown Waynesboro to perform a two-hour magic show. A magician for the past 18 years, David has taken his talents to New York City, Orlando and Washington, D.C.  Miss Penelope (Judy Bowers) was a teacher in the Waynesboro Area School District before retiring. In addition to assisting with the magic show, she will be making balloon animals for children.

42 West Artists Co-Op

2:00 – 4:00 PM – photographer Andy Smetzer demonstrating the creation of his “Alien Island” picture between the hours of 2:00 and 4:00 at 42 West ARTS Co-Op. Smetzer says his secret was blending and layering a variety of images to create a final, mysterious destination.

“When out shooting, I will often photograph random objects like rocks, tree stumps and clouds, which are kept in a library of images to use on future projects. I particularly like stormy, moody landscapes, and I try to capture that feeling in those shots.”

1:00 – 3:00 – Denny Bingaman is back at 42 West ARTS on Saturday. This week, he’ll be unmolding and finishing a cold cast bronze piece.  Bingaman’s clay works from the first week were used to render rubber molds for cold casting bronze, copper and other materials. After the casting is applied, the artist applies a patina before finishing everything off with wax and steel wool.

1:00 – 4:00 – Donna Bingaman‘s class on oil techniques continues.

Sunday, July 27

On the Square

1:00 PM – Back by popular demand, the Green Blues Band will round out the weekend of music with a Sunday afternoon performance. The makeshift ensemble was first heard on Center Square two weeks ago when tuba player Zach Grass was joined by Eric Wengert (ukulele), Austin Beaufort (trombone) and Ethan Mankins (drums) to create a sound that won’t soon be forgotten.

Monday, July 28

Gallery 50

Monday,  July 28 “Uncorked Inspiration” Party. The instructor will be Marti Yeager with the “Moon Through the Pines” painting at left.

If you would like to set up a private “Uncorked Inspiration” session for your group of 8-10 friends, please contact Marjorie Tressler at the number/email address shown below. Have a fun evening with friends while creating your personal masterpiece and sharing some wine and refreshments.

The cost is $40 per student with all checks written to the AAGW and mailed to:
AAGW
32 West Main Street
Waynesboro, PA 17268

For more information please contact Marjorie Tressler via telephone at 717-762-6791 or via email at [email protected].

Tuesday, July 29

Antietam Historical Association & Antietam Restoration School

Tuesday, July 29 – 7:00 PM – Carrie Giauque presents “It Comes Down to Money: The Economic Benefits of Historic Preservation” in the visitors center at Renfrew Museum and Park, 1010 East Main Street.

This program is a part of lecture series to develop a public awareness of historic restoration ideas, techniques and benefits. It fits well with a revived interest for establishment of an Historic District in Waynesboro and restoration of notable historic structures.

The 2014 version of “Destination ARTS!” features six galleries –

Gallery 50 (50 West Main Street)
Gallery 20 East (20 East Main Street)
42 West ARTS (42 West Main Street)
The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery (10 East Main Street)
The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro (13 South Church Street)
“Through the Lens” – Gallery 74 West (74 West Main Street).

Together, the galleries feature oil paintings, watercolors, pottery, fiber arts, sculpture, photographs, furniture, prints and much more. They are open each week as follows:

Thursdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Fridays from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Sundays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

For more information, visit artsalliancegw.org.

“Destination ARTS!” Summer 2014 – Week 4, Thursday, July 17 – Sunday, July 20

“Destination ARTS!” activities continue in downtown Waynesboro this weekend. New activities include a first ever Singer-Songwriter Showcase and a “read-through” of a new play. Gallery 20 East has the final showing of the “Prism” exhibit. Six galleries will be open on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Thursday, July 17

Antietam Historical Association

8:00 AM – The Antietam Historical Association’s July “Third Thursday Biography Breakfast” will be held at Christine’s Cafe on July 17 beginning at 8 AM. Nate Green will lead the discussion about the late Elam R. Sprenkle (1917-2010), a local pattern maker who was well-known for his museum-quality scale replicas of Baldwin “Atlantic” locomotives. Sprenkle’s elder son, Dr. E. Ray Sprenkle, of Baltimore, will be on hand to share some photos and memories.

Please make reservations no later than Tuesday, July 15, by email or by calling 717-762-2006.  All attendees must order breakfast from the restaurant.

Gallery 50

Marjorie Tressler is scheduled to start her weekly painting demonstration on Thursday at 1:00 p.m. in Gallery 50.

Waynesboro Ceramic Arts Center

6:00 – 9:00 PM – Trudy Gembe-Palughi, local art teacher and Guild member, will lead a Ribbon Wall Pockets Workshop at The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro on Thursday evening from 6:00 to 9:00. Students will create and decorate a ribbon wall pocket made from stoneware clay, and they’ll also have an opportunity to select a glaze for the piece, which will be fired and ready to be picked up after July 31. The cost of the class is $30.00 per person.

Friday, July 18

 Music On the Square

5:00 – 8:00 PM – A special Singer-Songwriter Showcase will be featured on Center Square on Friday night, as regulars Brad Munn and Jon Ingels are joined by newcomer Jeremy Tosten taking turns performing original music beginning at 5:00. This is expected to be the first in a series of showcases scheduled throughout the summer, allowing audiences to hear several songs for the first time and get involved with the creative process.

Jeremy Tosten of Coburn, PA performs as a multi instrumentalist and a singer/songwriter  in Pennsylvania’s Centre Region.  Originally from Waynesboro, his music is rooted in appalachian, folk and gospel music.  Currently a member of the Poe Valley Troubadours who are regulars at the Elk Creek Cafe and Ale works in Millhiem PA.

Brad Munn is a local musician who has been composing music and lyrics for more then 20 years. Brads compositions range from Bluegrass to rock music.

Jon Ingels is a guitarist and singer/songwriter from Waynesboro PA. Jon performs with the Bluegrass band The Boro Boogie Pickers as well as the Blues Rock outfit Big Whiskey. In his solo performances Jon draws from all his influences ranging from blues to country, rock to reggae, and all points in between! While his “acoustic” shows are typically stripped down to basics, Jon has been experimenting with looping technology to layer rhythms and melodies for a one man band experience sure to keep your foot tapping along, and leave you humming a song!

Gallery 50

5:30 PM – Live music can also be heard outside of Gallery 50 on Friday night, as the duo of Tim Gotwald (flute) and Dan Dropkin (guitar) share their talents on the Main Street sidewalk starting at 5:30.

42 West Artists Co-Op

5:30 PM – Over at 42 West ARTS, Patric Schlee will provide a soundtrack for the co-op’s latest “Wine Down Friday” event.

Beck and Benedict’s Hardware & Music Theatre

7:00 – 10:00 PM – Hickory Ridge (Bluegrass, from Charleston)
118 Walnut Street, $14 admission.

Saturday, July 19

Waynesboro Historical Society

10:00 AM –The Waynesboro Historical Society will host a presentation on historic window restoration and maintenance at the Oller House, 138 E. Main St., Saturday, July 19, at 10 a.m. Douglas Claytor, a preservation craftsman proficient in carpentry, masonry, plastering, painting and the restoration of windows and doors, will demonstrate a few basic repairs and discuss the advantages of repairs verses replacement with modern vinyl. For more information call 803-418-6701 or 762-3834.

Music On the Square

3:00 PM – Among the familiar faces set to return to Waynesboro’s downtown district this weekend include the members of Unheard Of (Center Square at 3:00 on Saturday afternoon).

“Through the Lens” – Gallery 74 West

2:00 – 4:00 PM – Demonstration and discussion, “Seeing the Light…,” by professional photographer Rodney Clark. How to capture better images. This will be an outdoor walking event and you are encouraged to bring your camera.

Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro

1:00 – 3:00 PM – The Ceramic Arts Center will host another workshop from 1:00 to 3:00 on Saturday as Nickole Bricker shows students how to use slab building techniques to create a votive by hand. Holes will be carved through the pots to add detail and charm. The class is intended for children between the ages of 5 and 16, with a cost of $25.00.

42 West Artists Co-Op

1:00 – 3:00 – Denny Bingaman is back at 42 West ARTS on Saturday. This week, he’ll be pouring a cold cast bronze.  Bingaman’s clay works from last week are used to render rubber molds for cold casting bronze, copper and other materials. After the casting is applied, the artist applies a patina before finishing everything off with wax and steel wool.

1:00 – 4:00 – Donna Bingaman‘s class on oil techniques continues.

Gallery 20 East

LAST CHANCE! This weekend marks the final opportunity to enjoy the abstract artwork of Colleen Clapp and Ed Ramsburg in the “Prism” exhibit on display at Gallery 20 East.

NEW FEATURE! Another new series highlighting the process behind the creation of theatrical works begins on Saturday evening at 6:00 pm, as a cast of actors and actresses from the area will gather inside Gallery 20 East to participate in a read-through of “Round Duffy Square,” a musical with book and lyrics by New York-based playwright Donald Loftus, and music from Waynesboro’s Andrew Sussman. Based on a short-story by Damon Runyon titled “Madame La Gimp” (which was also the inspiration for two movies – “Pocketful of Miracles” and “Lady For a Day”), members of the community are invited to watch and then discuss the work with the creative team. While a few songs will be performed, the read-through is primarily planned to assist in the development of the play upon which the musical will be based.  The creative team of Sussman and Loftus have written two previous musicals, “Abbey Victoria: A Musical Daydream” and “Pollyanna,” both of which were performed in staged settings in New York and Pennsylvania.

Actors and actresses participating in the reading are Kay Yaukey, Elisabeth Turchi, Katie Bradley, Richard Shoap, Scott Hershberger, Jerry Kowallis, Sally Herritt, Lindsey Shoap, Rebecca Reed, Michael DiMercurio, Adam Marinelli, Alex Marinelli and Dan Pittman.

Music at Christine’s Cafe

6:30- 8:00 PM – Brown Lyon, Contemporary music, at Christine’s Cafe, 81 West Main Street

Pappy’s Pub

9:00 PM – Big Whiskey Mason-Dixon Rock and Roll, . Pappy’s Pub is located at 220 West Main Street.

Sunday, July 20

Music On the Square

1:00 – Mountain Air, (Bobbi Smith, guitar and vocals; Lisa Donohoe, mandolin and vocals; Bob Murphy, upright bass),an innovative trio will again entertain an audience on the Square with their blend of acoustic contemporary folk and pop country.

Gallery 50 Music

1:30 PM – The Quincy Duo (outside Gallery 50 at 1:30 on Sunday afternoon).

The 2014 version of “Destination ARTS!” features six galleries –

Gallery 50 (50 West Main Street)
Gallery 20 East (20 East Main Street)
42 West ARTS (42 West Main Street)
The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery (10 East Main Street)
The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro (13 South Church Street)
“Through the Lens” – Gallery 74 West (74 West Main Street).

Together, the galleries feature oil paintings, watercolors, pottery, fiber arts, sculpture, photographs, furniture, prints and much more. They are open each week as follows:

Thursdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Fridays from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Sundays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

For more information, visit artsalliancegw.org.

“Destination ARTS!” Summer 2014 – Week 3, Thursday, July 10 – Sunday, July 13

“Destination ARTS!” activities continue in downtown Waynesboro this weekend. Six galleries will be open on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Thursday, July 10

Gallery 50

Artist Marjorie Tressler kicks off another four days of fine art with a painting demonstration in Gallery 50 on Thursday. Visitors can watch her bring life to her canvas between the hours of 1:00 and 4:00 pm.

Renfrew Museum and Park. 1010 East Main Street

7:00 PM – Wayne Band Concert

Gallery 20 East

“Prism,” the abstract art exhibit comprised of paintings done by Colleen Clapp and Ed Ramsburg (both from Frederick County, Md) remains open at Gallery 20 East this weekend.

Friday, July 11

Music On The Square

Friday night’s music on Center Square will be a bit different than the norm this week as tuba player Zack Grass is scheduled to perform. The Waynesboro-native and recent graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania will entertain audiences with his low brass sound beginning at 5:30 pm.

Music at 42 West Artists Co-Op

Patric Schlee returns to 42 West ARTS at 6:00 on Friday night to play the flute and drums as part of the Co-Op’s weekly “Wine Down Friday” event.

Music at Christine’s Cafe

6:30- 9:00 PM – Brown Lyon, Contemporary, at Christine’s Cafe, 81 West Main Street

Beck & Benedict’s Hardware & Music Theater

7:00 – 10:00 PM – Olde Tyme Jam, 118 Walnut Street

Saturday, July 12

Music On The Square

More music can be heard throughout the downtown district on Saturday, with a variety of acts on the line-up.

1:00 – 3:00 PM – The duo of Nicola Sussman (vocals and ukulele) and Gloria Showalter (vocals) will be on Center Square starting at 1:00 pm.

3:00 – 6:00 PM – At Center Square will be a Destination ARTS! favorite, blues and classic rock singer-guitarist Mitch Morrill. You will not wish to miss this performance.

Music at Gallery 50

1:30 PM – Down the street at Gallery 50, clarinetists Colleen Glenn, Leann Helfrick and Patrick McNamee will team up to make music beginning at 1:30 p.m.

“Second Saturday” Artist Demonstration at Gallery 50

2:00 – 4:00 PM – July 12 is the “Second Saturday” of the month, meaning another featured artist is expected to appear at Gallery 50. Frederick’s Hilary Papuchis will host a painting demonstration from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. A 2007 graduate of the University of Maryland-College Park, Papuchis sold 191 original works of art in 2013. She primarily works with acrylic paints. Several pieces of her work are available for sale in Gallery 50.

“Second Saturday” Artist Demonstration at 42 West ARTS

1:00 PM – Another demonstration is planned on Saturday at 42 West ARTS. Starting at 1:00 p.m., Denny Bingaman will show people how to make a rubber mold. A native of Waynesboro, Bingaman works with clay to create sculptures of wildlife using his own photographs as a source of reference. Those clay works are then used to render rubber molds for cold casting bronze, copper and other materials.

The Ballroom at the Eagle’s Club

8:00 PM, Doors open at 7:00 PM – Angels ‘n’ Saints, with special guest Deadlooked. $5 advanced sales, $7 at the door. 21 and over with valid ID. Ballroom entrance 22 East Main Street

Sunday, July 13

Main Street Music Sunday Finale

The weekend of Arts and Entertainment concludes on Sunday with a special performance from a few of Franklin County’s most well-known and respected teachers of music. Jerry Kowallis (vocals), Pat McNamee (sax and clarinet), Andrew Sussman (piano), and Herm Hopple (bass) take their turn on Center Square from 2:00 – 4:00 pm.

The 2014 version of “Destination ARTS!” features six galleries –

Gallery 50 (50 West Main Street)
Gallery 20 East (20 East Main Street)
42 West ARTS (42 West Main Street)
The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery (10 East Main Street)
The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro (13 South Church Street)
“Through the Lens” – Gallery 74 West (74 West Main Street).

Together, the galleries feature oil paintings, watercolors, pottery, fiber arts, sculpture, photographs, furniture, prints and much more. They are open each week as follows:

Thursdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Fridays from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. – We will be Closed July 4th
Saturdays from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Sundays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

For more information, visit artsalliancegw.org.