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Showing posts with label Arts News. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Arts News. Show all posts

Thursday, April 7, 2016

Omemee Photographers Showing Photos at Evinrude Centre!

Omemee Photographers Showing Photos April 8-10!

Omemee Photographers Peggy and Walter Cracknell will be showing a selection of their amazing photographs April 8th to 10th.
Have you had the opportunity to view their artwork?

Monday, August 27, 2012

Omemee Residents Win Living History Award!

Two Omemee Residents Took 2012 C.N.E. Second Place Living History Award!


Two Omemee residents will be presented with the Re-enactors Shield Award this October at a Banquet in Toronto. At the 91st Annual Warrior's Day Parade at the C.N.E. in Toronto, two Omemee residents, Sandra Murray and Mike Gray took the second place re-enactors /living history award in the contingent judging.
image CNE 2012 Warriors Day

Dressed in authentic World War II uniforms and equipment, Gray and Murray represented the Memorial Military Museum in Campbellford.

They will be presented with the Re-enactors Shield award at a banquet in Toronto in October.

Mike Gray,a noted Military Historian frequently writes articles for Omemee Pigeon eFlyer bringing history to life. Mike enjoys relating lives revealed though his research into the stories behind the history. We hope you will enjoy Mike's History Minute articles as much as we do.



Thursday, July 26, 2012

Headed T.O. Way? Check Out Award-Winning Jazz Tonight!

May Cafe, 876 Dundas Street West,Toronto  just west of Bathurst, Lucya Almeida of Omemee Rocks Tima Collection, joins with fellow members of the award-winning Jazz Band -the Jim Heineman Band. Tonight' s headliner Controlled Demolition lead by drummer / vibraphonist extraordinaire Mark Hundevad offers a  psychedelic world beat sound.

No cover!

Jim Heineman Sax, Flute
Sam Heineamn Paino, Drums
Glenn Fraser Guitar
Lucya Almeida Percussion
Alexander Brown on Trumpet
Jesse Dietschi on Bass

The fun starts at 9pm. Be sure to tell them the Omemee Pigeon sent you!
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Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Omemee Welcome Centre Welcomes You - Wednesday Arts Jam!

Omemee Welcome Centre welcomes you to explore arts !

Wednesday,July 25, 2012 artists and art enthusiasts of all ages and genres are welcome to take part in the third weekly Arts Jam evening themed - Wonder. Join the fun as artists of various genres share their latest explorations in a wide variety of arts including: photography, food, painting, spoken word, writing, sculpture, music and more.

A child oriented Kidz Artz will take place from 4-5 pm, with a quick art project for kids to complete, as well as a sharing time to display their art. Children are welcome to stay with their families for the evening jam as well, but the earlier Kidz time slot ensures they are fresh to share their arts.

Between 5 & 8 artists are welcome to set up their displays, enjoy potluck finger foods, and 'tune up'. The new working document: Omemee Arts Co-op Business plan will also be available for examination and discussion.

At 8pm, the Adult Arts Jam begins with introductions, then sharing of Arts Projects. be sure to reserve your chair in advance with a suggested donation of $2 for The Five Counties Children's Centre, or bring your chair with you.

Following the Omemee Arts Jam, artists will have the opportunity to display their work for sale.

Omemee Arts Jam Space generously provided by Laurie and Pat Wookey. Wifi for our live broadcast provided by NP Media Business Solutions. Tables, chairs and water by Omemee Christian Outreach. Banner provided by WalPeg Studio. USTREAMing by Omemee Pigeon eFlyer. This event is made possible with the generous assistance of many grassroots volunteers including Caroline Cronkwright, and Kim Mainprize.

Sunday, July 22, 2012

Omemee Youth Jam with California Acts2Action!

Omemee Youth Enjoy Jamin Clifirnia Style!

Friday, July 20, 2012 several youth from Omemee attended he popular FREE Youth event -Share the Flare in Lindsay. Headlining this event was Acts2Action from California. Acts2Action flew 7 hours and drove another 3 hours to bring their music ministry to Lindsay. Acts2Action invited any youth who brought guitars with them,to join them onstage for the final song. Several youth were thrilled to have this opportunity to jam with the group from California,which has visited 3 Countries in the last 4 days.

Sam and Elizabeth Join Acts2Action onstage in the Hazy Sunset at 30 Logie Street Lindsayimage Acts2Action invited youth to join them onstage for the last song as the sun set

Here is the YouTube of the final song of the evening.

You can catch Acts2Action today at Omemee Beach for a FREE BBQ from 2-5 pm and at the Omemee Christian Outreach Family Dinner Monday night from 6 to 9pm on the Lower level of Christ Church Anglican King Street East,Omemee.

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Wednesday Arts Jams Announced!

Omemee Welcome Centre Welcomes Artists!

Wednesday, July 18, 2012 Artists will share artwork of all genres at Omemee Welcome Centre in a unique multimedia Arts Jam as part of the First Summer Omemee Family Fishing Festival.

Representations of Some Arts Currently Displayed at Omemee Welcome CentreImage arts collection

Two Arts Jams - Kidz Artz Plus Arts Jam

Due to popular demand,there will be two Arts Jams ,one for the younger set titled Kidz Artz from 4- 5pm, and a second later evening Arts Jam.

Kidz Artz will feature a quick craft project for the younger set,as well as encourage young artists to show and share their art work. The early start time will give younger artists an opportunity to shine before they tire.

Singers, visual artists, writers, performers, culinary artists, actors, storytellers, dancers and more will be welcomed to share their talents with others at the Welcome Centre 41 King Street East, Omemee. Following the Arts Jams, artists will also have the opportunity to select a space for displaying their work and business cards. All participating artists will also have the opportunity be featured in the Omemee Pigeon eFlyer. Finger food potluck. Please lug a mug!

The theme for this Mixed Media Arts Jam is 'Fish'. Artists are encouraged to bring up to four 2-3 minute selections to share.  Since seating is limited, audience and artists alike are encouraged to pre-register by dropping off a fully refundable $8 deposit. Deposits will be refunded at the door. Deposits not picked up will be donated to the Five Counties Children's Centre to help children facing challenges realize their full potential. Free will donations will be gratefully accepted. Proceeds to the Five Counties Children's Centre.

Note: The evening Arts Jam will start following the Omemee Committee of Council Meeting (around 8pm) Please drop into Coronation Hall and take part in the Committee of Council Meeting,as information will be presented about Culture Days - something of significance to all artists.

Pictured above: Representations of some of the artists work currently at the Welcome Centre including:Photography -WalPeg Studio, Earth Works Jewellry -Omemee Rocks, Writing: Marg Buller and J.Alexander, Stained Glass -F. Chatten, Origami - E.Sholer

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Saturday, July 14, 2012

Young Anime Caricaturist - Fish Festival Guest!

Young Anime Caracturist Brittany,Raises Funds Helping Kids!

Brittany astounded visitors at the Omemee Arts Jam. During the Omemee Arts Jam, Thursday nught,Brittany quickly sketched people in Anime style.
Brittany will be bringing her unique talent to the Omemee Family Fishing Festival,Saturday July 14 from 2 pm to 4:30pm.Brittany will be donating part of her proceeds from her Caricatures Sessions to the Five Counties Children's Centre. Here is one of Brittany's Sketches, which are available at the Omemee Welcome Centre at 41 King Street East,Omemee.

Image anime Caricature Nadia by Brittany

Brittany is offering very special pricing during Omemee Family Fishing Festival - Anime Caricatture sketches $1 for children & $2 for adults.

Friday, July 13, 2012

Friday 13 Tech. Difficulties Chop Announcements -Omemee This Morning.

Omemee This Morning full video included many announcements not included in our youtube. While we did get the reminders in about bringing your fish to be weighed, Omemee Farmers Market, and Trinity United Church Ham dinner,much was cut. Here is the part 1 clip.

Family Fishing Day Festivities Plus More!

Here is a short list of what is missing:

Image Omemee This Morning Announcement props

- Omemee Beach is Open!

Arts Jam brings new Artists to 41 King Street East Welcome Centre

- New Anime Caricature Artist Brittany
- New Piece by WalPeg Studio - Sarabande
- Author Barb Stanton Shares New Book Forward
- Culinary Artist Kim Mainprize Created Delicious designs
- 'Wee Puppetteers' Practicing Play
- Warm Fuzzies books by Reaboro Author Cathy Lawson
- Precious Metals and Gems Sculpter Dave Ellis of Omemee Rocks
- Tima Collection Earth Works selection available at 40% off
- Sherrie Gattenby Cake Artistry Display
- Author Katherine Vanderzwet -offprints only $11

Upcoming Rural Weekend Events

Saturday:
Omemee Family Fishing Festival Day
Pirate Treasure Hunt includes Mister Convenience Guess the Gummy Fish Contest
- Omemee Fishing Festival Interview - 7am Angler & Hunter Radio 10 Ontario Stations including KRUZFM
- Fish Photography Workshop - 2pm Saturday WalPeg Studio
- Dropin Crafts Omemee Public Library
- Anime Caricature Artist Brittany 2- 4:30 pm
- Omemee Children's Centre Baseball Tourney
- Beaver Narrows - Fiddle Jam - Rumoured

Sunday Events
- Omemee Christian Outreach Carpooling to Sunday Nestleton Picnic -meeting at Omemee Fire station
About 'Omemee This Morning':
'Omemee This Morning' is taped each morning in space kindly donated by Mister Convenience, 13 King Street East Omemee. 'Omemee This Morning' is then uploaded to YouTube. We welcome you to be a guest on 'Omemee This Morning' too! Just email us or drop us a comment! We reserve the right to refuse to tape or broadcast any episodes that do not comply with our editorial guidelines. Get 'Omemee This Morning' fresh each morning by subscribing to our OmemeeTV YouTube channel.

Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Omemee Thursday Arts Jam Announced!

Omemee Welcome Centre Welcomes Artists!

Thursday, July 12, 2012 Artists will share artwork of all genres at Omemee Welcome Centre in a unique multimedia Arts Jam as part of the Omemee Family Fishing Festival.

Representations of Some Arts Currently Displayed at Omemee Welcome CentreImage arts collection

Singers, visual artists, writers, performers, culinary artists, actors, storytellers, dancers and more will be welcomed to share their talents with others Thursday evening from 6 to 9 pm at 41 King Street East, Omemee. Following the Arts Jam, artists will also have the opportunity to select a space for displaying their work and business cards. All participating artists will also have the opportunity be featured in the Omemee Pigeon eFlyer. Refreshments provided.

The theme for this Mixed Media Arts Jam is 'Water'. Artists are encouraged to bring up to four 2-3 minute selections to share.  Since seating is limited, audience and artists alike are encouraged to pre-register by dropping off a fully refundable $8 deposit.Deposits will be refunded at the door. Deposits not picked up will be donated to the Five Counties Children's Centre to help children facing challenges realize their full potential. Free will donations will be gratefully accepted. Proceeds to the Five Counties Children's Centre.

Pictured above: Representations of some of the artists work currently at the Welcome Centre including:Photography -WalPeg Studio, Earth Works Jewellry -Omemee Rocks, Writing: Marg Buller and J.Alexander, Stained Glass -F. Chatten, Origami - E.Sholer

Sunday, November 6, 2011

Gingerbread House Contest Announced!

Kids! Enter Your Edible Art!

By Village Gallery Originals Millbrook Ontario
Village Gallery Originals will once again host the Gingerbread House Contest. Part of the ‘Christmas in the Village’ Event. Three Categories, Three prizes! Primary – up to age 9, Junior – ages 9 to 12, and Teens –ages 13 and up. Decorate your ALL

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