Larry & Joe put on a great show at the Davis Theatre and there are many others coming including the American Patchwork Quartet on Oct. 25 at 8 p.m.
Join Grammy-winning artists as they breathe new life into centuries-old American songs. Vocalist/violinist Harini Raghavan, guitarist/vocalist Clay Ross, drummer Clarence Penn, and bassist Nori Naraoka are four U.S. citizens from vastly different cultural backgrounds, united by music, and a shared mission to spark conversation around race and immigration.
Larry and Joe put on a great show in September. Many other great performers await on this season.
Beyond borders, cultures, and colors, American Patchwork Quartet compels audiences to reflect on our shared histories and defining differences.
Get your tickets: cabarrusartscouncil.org/american-patchwork-quartet
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This Week!
Monday Night Movie — Monday, Oct. 2, 5-7:30 p.m. Come in and enjoy a film at your local library! We’ll watch an animated movie about a spooky family that lives in an eerie hilltop mansion. The film is rated PG. All ages; Free; No registration required; Kannapolis Library, 850 Mountain St.; For more information, visit www.cabarruscounty.us
Concrete Pumpkin Tea Lights — Tuesday, Oct. 3, 6-7 p.m. Join us to make concrete tea light holders! We’ll mix up concrete to make a small pumpkin to hold tea lights, so come prepared to get messy. Sponsored by the Friends of Kannapolis Library. Free; Adults; No registration required; Kannapolis Library; 850 Mountain St.; For more information, visit www.cabarruscounty.us
Family Day — Saturday, Oct. 7, 1-3:30 p.m. Join us at the Cabarrus Arts Council for Family Day arts & crafts! Jam on a ukulele with CAC’s Performing Arts Director Brian Sullivan. Families can also enjoy a demo from the exhibiting artist, Crista Cammarota! Children are welcome to participate in creating art with objects found in nature! All ages; Free; No registration required; Cabarrus Arts Council; 65 Union St. S; For more information call 704-920-2787
Build a Book — Saturday, Oct. 7, 9 a.m. to noon. Come Build a Book! In this workshop you will make a 9”x6” hardcover artistic journal or sketchbook. Inside pages provided in the workshop will be writing, drawing and 130 lb watercolor paper. The uniqueness of this book lies in your ability to use whatever paper you like and to keep adding pages and pages to your journal. Use it as a travel journal or an artistic journal.
The choices are endless. Cheryl Maney, a local bookmaker, will guide you step-by-step in creating your Build-A-Book. You will leave with a hardcover bound book with at least three signatures and the knowledge of how to add more! If you want to bring your own 9”x12” paper to use for a signature, an extra cover sheet will be provided as well.
All ages; Registration required; email to [email protected] to register; Class cost: $40 members, $50 non-members; Advance payment preferred. When you register, Cheryl will send you an address to mail a money order to; or we can arrange for cash payment. Materials cost: Participants should bring a pencil, ruler, and scissors.
Additional supplies are provided although students can bring additional paper for their journal. You are welcome to bring a paintbrush, fine permanent or water-based markers, and a writing pen.; Concord; Clearwater Art Center & Studios; 223 Crowell Drive, NW; For more information, visit www.cabarrusartguild.org
Next Week!
Crochet Cardigan Basics — Monday, Oct. 9, 1-2 p.m. Come join us in learning how to start making a hexagon granny square cardigan that is taking social media by storm! Basic crochet skills needed for this class. Free; Registration required; Registration opens two weeks before the program occurs; 13+; Harrisburg Library; 201 Sims Parkway; For more information, visit www.cabarruscounty.us
Play-Doh Lab — Wednesday, Oct. 11, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Are you ready to squish, knead, and create new things? Join us for Play-Doh Lab — all you need to bring is your imagination. We provide the supplies — you provide the fun! Free; Ages 4-12; Midland Library; 4297 C Highway 24/27 E; For more information, visit www.cabarruscounty.us
Mount Pleasant Fall Festival — Saturday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Head over to the charming town of Mount Pleasant to attend their Annual Fall Festival. The event includes craft vendors, small businesses, kids’ activities, food vendors and more! All ages; Free; Mount Pleasant; N. Main St. between Highway 73 and Walnut Street; For more information, visit www.explorecabarrus.com
Krazy Critters with Susan Lackey — Saturday, Oct. 14, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a relaxed class with no rules, and anything goes. Pick a critter, any critter … dog, horse, turtle, giraffe, whatever. Let’s have some fun making up a krazy whimsical facial expressions and a story to match it. We will start by making some colorful backgrounds, then use a few reference photos to start building a “features library” to choose from and for mixing it up.
You can create one or two adorable paintings, depending on how fast you paint, following Susan’s easy, step-by-step process. So, grab your paints and let’s get going. In this class you can paint with acrylic paint or a watercolor/acrylic gauche combo, not both. Susan will be painting in acrylics, and she is an experienced watercolor painter so she can advise you in both media. You will receive a full supply list when you register.
If you need one earlier, request one via email. This class includes a short lunch break. Bring your lunch and drink; we have a refrigerator! This class will fill up quickly so register now. The last day to register is Oct. 11. Open to all levels of experience; 18+; Registration required; Class cost: $90 for CAG members; $100 for non-members, plus $10 (paid in class) for extra supplies;
To Register: Email instructor [email protected] to pay by check or to pay online, visit https://www.susanlackeyart.com/workshops; ClearWater Arts Center & Studios; 223 Crowell Drive, NW; For more information, visit www.cabarrusartguild.org
Stitch & Knit: Spooky Felt Friends! — Saturday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join us to stitch some spooky creatures with felt! Free; Ages 10+; Registration required; Concord Library; 27 Union St.; For more information, visit www.cabarruscounty.us.
Upcoming
American Patchwork Quartet, On Stage at the Davis — Wednesday, Oct. 25, 8 p.m. Join Grammy-winning artists as they breathe new life into centuries-old American songs. Vocalist/violinist Harini Raghavan, guitarist/vocalist Clay Ross, drummer Clarence Penn, and bassist Nori Naraoka are four U.S. citizens from vastly different cultural backgrounds, united by music, and a shared mission to spark conversation around race and immigration.
Beyond borders, cultures, and colors, American Patchwork Quartet compels audiences to reflect on our shared histories and defining differences. Doors open for this performance at 7:30 p.m. Concessions available Jazz/Classical/American Songbook; All ages.
Ticket Purchase Required; 65 Union St. S., Cabarrus Arts Council. For updates or to purchase a ticket, visit https://cabarrusartscouncil.org/american-patchwork-quartet
The Cabarrus Art Guild Annual Fall Judged Art Show — Sunday, Nov. 5, at 2 p.m. The opening reception is Sunday, Nov. 5, at 2 p.m. at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, 223 Crowell St., Concord (main entrance on Crowell Street). Winners will be announced, and light refreshments will be served. Come and meet local artists and join us in celebrating their artwork. Free; No registration required; For more information, visit www.cabarrusartguild.org
Ongoing
Force of Nature — Humans are a part of Nature. We depend upon its bounty. It nurtures our sense of place — and peace. Its intricate weavings are material to our health. The artists in Force of Nature go further; their bonds go deeper. The natural world supplies their tools, media, even their partners — and always their inspiration. Join us. Glimpse the beyond-human world as these artists do. See new patterns through their eyes.
Feel elements of the earth and sky, woods and water, through their hands. For these artists the force of nature is the very source of creativity. Co-curators and Exhibiting Artist, Linda Goodwin and George Pfeffer. All Ages; No registration; Free; 65 Union St. S., Cabarrus Arts Council. For updates, visit https://cabarrusartscouncil.org/the-galleries.
After School and Adult Art Classes in drawing, painting, pottery, and sculpture. After school classes from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and adult classes from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday one day per week for 6 weeks. For more information call 704-786-8570.
North Carolina Music Hall of Fame The North Carolina Music Hall of Fame Museum is a safe, fun, and touch-Free visit for your friends & family! The Museum is open to the public Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m., closed noon to 1 p.m. for lunch. Reserve your visit at Make A Reservation—North Carolina Music Hall Of Fame; 600 Dale Earnhardt Blvd.,Kannapolis.
Open Art Day—Every Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Bring your lunch and drink, bring a project you are working on and your supplies. Or bring work you’d like to share and discuss. This is a working, weekly meeting, each Tuesday, to work with and share with artists and like-minded people who appreciate creativity. ClearWater Arts Center & Studios (223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord) — enter through the double glass doors facing Kerr Street, called the Greenway Gallery). For more information: About Us (cabarrusartguild.org).
Caffeinate with Creatives — Every Second Saturday, 10-11 a.m. The Concord area is filled with artists of all kinds, let’s take some time to get to know each other! Join us every second Saturday starting July 8 for coffee and creative conversations.
All artists are welcome; No registration; Free, Coffee for purchase; ClearWater Arts Center & Studios (223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord). For more information, visit www.clearwaterartists.com.
Watercolor Society of North Carolina Western Region Watercolor Exhibit On view Wednesday, Aug. 30 – Saturday, Oct. 21 Opening reception Saturday, September 9, 4-5:30 p.m. Artists will be on-site to discuss their work. This exhibit is a collaborative presentation by WSNC and ClearWater Arts. ClearWater Arts Center & Studios (223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord). For more information, visit www.clearwaterartists.com
Plein Air with the CAG — Calling all artists! First timers welcome! Don’t worry if you don’t have all the things, you think you need, this is a very informal gathering, and your fellow artists are happy to help! Reach out to get on the mailing list for various events!
Has the idea or the fun of Plein Air ever fascinated you? Well first off, to explain, Plein air is a French term meaning, “denoting or in the manner of a 19th-century style of painting outdoors, or with a strong sense of the open air, that became a central feature of French impressionism.” Some famous Plein air painters were amongst the most impressive painters from history including Monet, Homer and Sargent.
Within the Cabarrus Art Guild, a group of Plein air painters have banded together to enjoy the lovely North Carolina Piedmont and surrounding sites via Plein air. They have named themselves, “Dusty Road Painters” and meet to explore the indoors (inclement weather) and outdoors that offer countless opportunities to express one’s artistic curiosity and passion. Have questions or interested in joining this Free group of adventurous artists? Reach out to Plein Air Chair, O’Lynda Walker at [email protected]. Free; For more information, visit www.cabarrusartguild.org
