Library Arts Center, Gallery & Studio




	2010 Schedule Summer Performances for Kids Sponsored by the Friends of the Richards Free Library & the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation: Upper Valley Fund Performances are Thursdays in July from 10:30 – 11:30 AM on the side lawn of the Richards Free Library and Library Arts Center, unless otherwise noted. In the event of rain, performances are held at the Newport Rec. Center July 1 Hampstead Stage Company—Alice in Wonderland – Come experience Lewis Carroll’s immortal classic, “Alice in Wonderland” in this one-hour performance that is suited for the whole family. This is a wonderful tale about a young girl, whose boredom takes her on a journey of the imagination, creating a wonderland of characters. July 8 Peter Boie, Magician – IN THE LIBRARY ARTS CENTER GALLERY - Once the show starts Peter Boie doesn’t let you go! The show runs the gamut from audience members getting into the show and doing magic themselves, to award winning mind blowing magic, to side splitting comedy. This performance is fun for all ages. July 15 Mary Kaye & Professor Von Wienerschnitzel and His Grand Experiment - Filled with songs from Mary Kaye’s four nationally acclaimed CDs, the show will also include juggling, magic and other antics by Professor Von Wienerschnitzel as he pursues his “grand experiment.” With toe tapping music and lots of laughs, the performance is certain to be a hit with the entire family. July 22 Purly Gates—Songs of the West - There are songs about buffalo gals, ragtime cowboys, mules, dogs, cows, and more...a wild kaleidoscopic ride through the old West, glimpsed through the eyes of this seasoned, raconteuse tune-collector. The show for family audiences features guitar, banjo, accordion, and harmonica, PLUS some basic rope spinnin’, yarn spinnin’ and maybe a visit from none other than Calamity Jane, too! Come and see! July 29 Two Fiddles—Dudley & Jacqueline Laufman—Traditional New England Barn Dance - Enjoy an exciting and upbeat concert by Dudley Laufman, National Heritage Fellow, and Jacqueline Laufman as they entertain with traditional New England Barn Dance music, and then join in the fun as the Laufmans lead the audience in barn dances. This performance will require hands-on help & support from parents and caregivers during the dance portion of the concert. February 13th Winter Carnival Photography Contest Gallery Open: 11am-4pm, Judging at noon. Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place entries. February 14th Soca Sisters Caribbean Steel Pan Band – An Afternoon Performance, 3pm Enjoy an afternoon of music that will entertain the whole family. FREE. This performance is part of the 2010 Library Arts Center Stage Series. May 1st The 5th Annual Sunshine Social: An Event for the Arts in Newport Come enjoy this lively evening of entertainment and auctions to benefit the Newport Opera House Association and the Library Arts Center. Thursdays in July Summer Performances for Children Each Thursday during July, performances will be held for children on the Library lawn outside of the carriage house. These performances are part of the 2010 Library Arts Center Stage Series. July 10th Arts in the Garden Enjoy touring artfully designed gardens in the area, and have the opportunity to paint or observe painters. An inspiring day for all! 9am-3pm. Tickets will be available at the Library Arts Center on the day of the tour for $15 each. Musicians will play in several gardens (for portions of the day), and throughout the day area artists will be painting in the gardens. This opportunity is open to all area artists. Click here for more information and a registration form for participating artists August 28th The Apple Pie Craft Fair & Richards Library Festival An annual town-wide event to benefit the Library Arts Center and the Richards Free Library held on the Newport Town Common and on the lawns of the library from 9am-4pm. 75+ booths of crafts, music, and entertainment. Apple Pie Contest, homemade apple pies for sale, and the favorite Firemen’s BBQ. Click here for more information & a reservation form November 12th - December 18th Gallery of Gifts 2010 Opening Reception: November 11th, 5-7pm The work of dozens of area artisans and crafters will be on display and for sale in a “boutique-style” fundraiser to benefit the Arts Center. The event features jewelry, pottery, fiber art, woodworking, and other fine craft, perfect for gifting during the holiday season. Click here for more information & an entry form Funding for the Library Arts Center Stage Series was provided by the Upper Valley Region Fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation serves communities throughout New Hampshire, southeastern Maine, and eastern Vermont. The Charitable Foundation manages a growing collection of charitable funds created by individuals, families, and corporations, and awarded more than $34 million in grants and scholarships in 2008. The Charitable Foundation is non-partisan, frequently playing the role of convener and catalyst on a broad spectrum of issues. Based in Concord, the Charitable Foundation roots itself in the communities through seven regional advisory boards. More information is available at www.nhcf.org, or by calling 603-225-6641.