Peoria
Illinois
Contemporary Art Center News - October 1, 2024
Arts and Entertainment
October 4, 2024
From: Contemporary Art CenterArt Exhibition, Poetry, Live Music, Salsa Dance and More!
Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, October 3, 2024 ~ 8:00-10:00pm
BUY TICKETS in Advance Online at 309tix: $8-nonmembers, $5-members, $3-poets + fees (until 6pm day of event). Tickets at the door: $12-nonmembers, $9-members, $5-poets. Tickets at door are sold only if max capacity is not reached.
Featured Poet: Jeronimo Speaks
Jeronimo Speaks was born and raised in the inner-city projects of Chicago. It was there that Jeronimo was introduced to freestyle and battle rapping. Since creating his first spoken word pieces in 2011, Jeronimo has released three Spoken Word EP’s. Jeronimo has earned prestigious awards from Spoken Word Magazine, P.O.E.T Organization, Midwest Urban Music Awards and Safe & Sound. He co-created Solace Souls Sundays Open Mic held at Quarry Event Space Center nominated for National Open Mic of the Year due to sold-out shows, free events and their work to feed and clothe the less fortunate. A guest and host of numerous Chicago radio and TV programs, Jeronimo has performed throughout the country, including selling out the 300 seat I.C.E. Theater promoting his 2nd cd release, “Psalms of the Streets”. Learn more about Jerome at www.jeronimospeaks.com
1st Friday Studio Tour and Gallery Talks
Friday, October 4, 2024 ~ 5:00-9:00pm ~ free event
Visit the Contemporary Art Center Resident Artist Studios where artists create, display and sell their work. Enjoy the unique & creative talents of local artists. While here, enjoy art exhibits in 3 galleries. The public is invited to this open house style events.
Gallery Talk with Barbie Perry
October 4 at 6:30, Gallery 3R, 3rd floor, free admission
Exhibiting artist Barbie Perry will lead visitors on a Gallery Talk, sharing insights into her artwork.
Gallery Talk with Constance Estep
October 4 at 7:30, Preston Jackson Gallery, 2nd floor, free admission
Exhibiting artist Constance Estep will lead visitors on a Gallery Talk, sharing insights into her work.
Live at the Five Spot: Still Shine (bluegrass)
Friday, October 11, 2024 ~ 6:30-8:30pm
BUY TICKETS in Advance Online at 309tix: $8-members, $12-nonmembers + fees
(until 5:00pm the day of event) Tickets at the door*: $12-Members, $16-nonmembers.
Still Shine is a group of like-minded, seasoned musicians blending acoustic roots and progressive bluegrass. Mixing acoustic guitar (Rob Bailey), upright bass (Dave Frye), harmonica (Andy Passie), banjo (Bruce Burton), mandolin/ tenor banjo/percussion (Wes Duffy), and tight vocal harmonies, they have quickly gained a following in the Midwest. They have shared the stage with artists such as Split Lip Rayfield, Chicago Farmer and The Way Down Wanderers just to name a few. Along with some well received original music, the band performs an upbeat, energetic show you won't want to miss! Visit www.stillshinegrass.com for music and video.
Current Exhibits
Constance Estep: This Beautiful Mess
August 30 - October 18, 2024 ~ Preston Jackson Gallery
Layering, collaging and obsessing over ideas and symbols fuels Constance Estep’s investigation into the secrets, irony and self-sabotage of interpersonal relationships. Combining found objects with house shaped boxes mirrors a beautiful restoration all can experience. An Associate Professor at Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, Estep teaches printmaking, drawing and painting.
August 30 - October 18, 2024 ~ Gallery 3R
Doilies were once passed on to daughters, cradled in a hope chest while awaiting fulfillment of love and prosperity within the confines of marriage. In this installation, Barbie Perry employs doilies as mandalas encouraging women to contemplate the dissonance of their hope and suppression throughout history and to celebrate the limitless potential of their spirits.
Call To Artists
CALL TO LOCAL ARTISTS
A Small Wonder Gift Shop - 12th Annual
SEEKING: small sized work for an exhibit turned gift shop organized in the Contemporary Art Center’s Gallery 3R, the 3rd floor gallery, starting on Friday, October 25 and ending on Friday, December 20.
Specifically, we are seeking 1-2 pieces from 2-D artists and up to 4 pieces from 3-D artists. Artists do not have to be members of CAC to participate. There is no limit on jewelry, wearable items and holiday ornaments that will be placed on a display or on Christmas trees that will be placed around the room. All media is acceptable. Everything must be for sale. For more information see Prospectus and Registration
Current Education
Sunday, 6:30-9:00pm ~ weekly tango practice and lesson
A weekly tango practica is offered every Sunday, at Contemporary Art Center of Peoria in the 2nd floor art gallery. Traditionally, a Tango Practica is offered for dancers of all levels who have received instruction and have desire to practice.
Admission is $5.00 per person. Please bring cash and exact change. Leaders and teachers volunteer their time. Money collected is a donation to Contemporary Art Center.
Upcoming Education
Beginners Salsa (level 1) - Tuesdays, October 22- November 19, 6:30-7:25 pm
(five 55-minute sessions)
Instructors: Ed & Beverly Caballero, CAC Member: $40, Non-Member: $45
Registration deadline: October 15
Beginners Salsa (level 2) - Tuesdays, October 22- November 19, 7:30-8:25 pm
(five 55-minute sessions)
Instructors: Ed & Beverly Caballero, CAC Member: $40, Non-Member: $45, Registration deadline: October 15
Figure Drawing Class-Tuesday Afternoons, October 22-December 10, 2:00-4:00pm
(eight 2-hour sessions) Ages: 18 & up, Minimum Students: 4, Maximum: 12
CAC Member: $75, Non-Member: $90 or Drop-in: $15 fee per class
Figure Drawing Class - Tuesday Evenings, October 22-December 10, 6:30-8:30pm
(eight 2-hour sessions) Ages: 18 & up, Minimum Students: 4, Maximum: 12
CAC Member: $75, Non-Member: $90 or Drop-in: $15 fee per class
Upcoming Events
Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, October 17, 2024 ~ 8:00-10:00pm
BUY TICKETS in Advance Online at 309tix: $8-nonmembers, $5-members, $3-poets + fees (until 6pm day of event). Tickets at the door: $12-nonmembers, $9-members, $5-poets. Tickets at door are sold only if max capacity is not reached.
Featured Poets: “The "Gentleman's Cipher, part 2". Featuring Diarr Muse, Tyson "Mr. 16" Langhorn and Ryan Lowry. The three poets will perform together a series of pieces called "Caption This".
Friday, October 18, 2024
Introductory Dance Lesson: 8:30-9:30 pm
Learn the basics of several Latin Dances by Eduardo & Beverly Caballero
Open Dancing: 9:30-midnight - music by of Eduardo Caballero
ADMISSION AT THE DOOR ONLY: $8.00 nonmembers, $5.00 CAC members
Halloween Live at the Five Spot: Dexter and the Funk Yard (funk/R&B)
Friday, October 25, 2024 ~ 6:30-9:30pm
BUY TICKETS in Advance Online at 309tix: $8-members, $12-nonmembers + fees
(until 5:00pm the day of event) Tickets at the door*: $12-Members, $16-nonmembers.
Halloween Prizes
Dress up to compete for Best Costume via ballot for a blown glass pumpkin created and donated by Davenport Iowa artist Joel Ryser.
2nd Prize is a blown glass wine stopper by J. Draper Glass.
Silence of the Lambs Raffle Basket
Donated by Borsberry Law Offices, valued at $100
Buy a chance to Win! $5 for one ticket or $20 for 5 tickets,
Inside the basket you will find: Chianti Wine, Body Lotion, Bone Crusher Novel, Silence of the Lambs Movie, Fava Beans, Purse Pouch, Pottstown $50 Gift Card
Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, November 7, 2024 ~ 8:00-10:00pm
BUY TICKETS in Advance Online at 309tix: $8-nonmembers, $5-members, $3-poets + fees (until 6pm day of event). Tickets at the door: $12-nonmembers, $9-members, $5-poets. Tickets at door are sold only if max capacity is not reached. Featured Poet: Eros The Prince of Poetry
Live at the Five Spot: Cousin Eddie (pop, lite rock)
Friday, November 8, 2024 ~ 6:30-9:30pm
BUY TICKETS in Advance Online at 309tix: $8-members, $12-nonmembers + fees
(until 5:00pm the day of event) Tickets at the door*: $12-Members, $16-nonmembers.
Friday, November 15, 2024
Introductory Dance Lesson: 8:30-9:30 pm
Learn the basics of several Latin Dances by Eduardo & Beverly Caballero
Open Dancing: 9:30-midnight - music by of Eduardo Caballero
ADMISSION AT THE DOOR ONLY: $8.00 nonmembers, $5.00 CAC members
Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, November 21, 2024 ~ 8:00-10:00pm
BUY TICKETS in Advance Online at 309tix: $8-nonmembers, $5-members, $3-poets + fees (until 6pm day of event). Tickets at the door: $12-nonmembers, $9-members, $5-poets. Tickets at door are sold only if max capacity is not reached. Featured Poet: Featured Poet: Tiara Nicole
Live at the Five Spot: ZA Funk! (soul, funk, blues)
Friday, November 22, 2024 ~ 6:30-9:30pm
BUY TICKETS in Advance Online at 309tix: $8-members, $12-nonmembers + fees
(until 5:00pm the day of event) Tickets at the door*: $12-Members, $16-nonmembers.
Sponsor a Band
Please consider sponsoring your favorite band. It is possible that a band may not be booked unless they are sponsored. Listed below are bands that need your full or partial sponsorship to make the event successful.
Contact William Butler, Executive Director, at 309-674-6822 to discuss sponsorship.
Still Shine-Local, Dexter O'Neal & Funk Yard-Local, Cousin Eddie-Local, ZA Funk!-Local.