Saturday May 25, 2013 - Saturday June 15, 2013 Cheeky Monkey Map and Directions | Register Description:Local artist Jessie J. Rabbitt has decided after 52 years of creating her art to part with some of her most cherished works. Over the years, she had perfected many different techniques and mediums in her ever evolving style. Take this opportunity to own your very own RABBITT! A Silent Auction of selected works will be held at Cheeky Monkey starting on Sat. May 25 until Sat. June 15 Stop in often to check how your bid stands. Items must be paid in full and picked up no later then June 22. . Many other pieces that are not in the auction will be available to purchase as well - with no reasonable offer refused. IT IS TIME TO OWN A RABBITT! Register
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Jenn Kee is no stranger to Sarnia. She is not from here, but told us she loves playing in the city. Beside performing at this First Friday, she was at Coffee Culture last month as well as she was a cast member of 'Classic Albums' and StarBright Theatre groups that have played at The Imperial Theatre. After her stellar show last night, it is evident that Sarnia loves her too. There was a real sort of electricity in the air all day leading up to the May First Friday evening. Maybe it was the perfect spring weather. I think it was the anticipation of all the events happening in the downtown combined with the warm sunshine. The number of people here to listen to Jenn was impressive. Little wonder. With her pure voice, expert guitar playing and strong delivery of not only cover songs, but her own songs as well, she wowed everyone. She ...
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Free workshops and presentations for all ages MAY 2 - 14 Visiting interdisciplinary artist Adrian Stimson, a member of the Siksika (Blackfoot) Nation in Southern Alberta, will be in various communities throughout Lambton County engaging the community in his artistic practice as part of the Developing Dialogues project. The 15-day project begins May 2 and is part of the gallery's Emerging Aboriginal Curatorial program, sponsored by RBC. The workshops are intergenerational and will be available in all three First Nations communities as well as other locations throughout Lambton County including Lambton College, the JNAAG, the Lambton Heritage Museum near Grand Bend and the Sarnia-Lambton Native Friendship Centre. Both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples are invited to participate at all locations. For workshop descriptions, locations and times, CLICK HERE>> The residency begins with an Art & Ideas presentation led by Stimson, Thursday, May 2 at 7:00 p.m. at the JNAAG. Stimson will speak to his artist ...
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Friday June 7, 2013 - Friday June 7, 2013 Cheeky Monkey Map and Directions | Register Description:~Live music with MIKE BLACKMORE & THE ANIMATION 7:00 - 9:00 pm ~ "It's Time To Own A Rabbitt" Art Exhibit & Sale by Jessie J. Rabbitt Mike Blackmore is always a pleasant surprise for his fans. His improvised musicianship is never in dispute and is unmatched. The surprise is in who will join him on the stage on any given day. Regardless of who it is, they are always a delight to listen to. Mike solo or as band leader takes you on a musical journey that will grab you and not let go until the very last note is played! Jessie J. Rabbitt's artistic free spirit and life stories come shining through in her wonderful art work done in several different mediums such as water colour, tempera, acrylics and oils. Inspiration has come from all directions of the ...
MoreDate: May 11, 2013 Time: 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM Location: Grace United Church, 990 Cathcart at Indian Road, Sarnia Booth size: 10 ft or how ever much you need. Lots of room. Cost: $35 total The annual Grace United Church Art Show and Plant Sale is rapidly approaching. We decided to move the Flea Market to another date and focus on Art and Plants. The Spring Sale has generally been well attended (barring a blizzard or other severe weather) and can be very profitable. For more information, please contact me at (519) 331-6408 or LBruceRitchie@gmail.com to confirm you are showing.
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Friday May 3, 2013 - Friday May 3, 2013 Cheeky Monkey Map and Directions | Register Description:Live music with JENN KEE 7:00 - 9:00 pm Art Exhibit & SALE Jessie J. Rabbitt Talented singer songwriter musician, Jenn Kee stops by to play you her songs in her distinctive bluesy style. "It's Time To Own A Rabbitt". Jessie J. Rabbitt is looking for good homes for her 52 years of original art. Cheeky Monkey, downtown Sarnia's record & more store, is proud to present talented young indie musician Jenn Kee and the works of local artist Jessie J. Rabbit "It's Time To Own a Rabbitt' exhibit and sale for their May 3rd First Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Jenn Kee was born in Cobourg Ontario into an environment steeped in music. Jenn knew from a very young age that music was her passion, her dream and her life. Jenn's love of drama, show stoppers and the stage led to a ...
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What is 87 years old and still going strong? Sarnia's own version of the Energizer bunnie, artist and humanitarian, JESSIE J. RABBITT. Starting May 3rd First Friday, Jessie will be celebrating 52 years of creating her artwork with an exhibit running 52 days at Cheeky Monkey, Sarnia's downtown music store. You could call this exhibit a "Works of Art Clearance Sale," with the intent to find new homes for as many of her creations as possible. This time-frame of downtown events includes the May 3rd First Friday, ArtWalk on June 1 & 2 and the June 7th First Friday. Jessie has planned a couple of her own special events during the 52 days: the first is a live auction on Saturday, May 18 starting at 1:00 pm, and the second is a silent auction of entirely different works, starting on May 25 and running until June 15. All other pieces not in ...
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First Friday of March 2013 marked the return of Erika (Sit) and Sara (Campbell) to the Cheeky Monkey Red Carpet Stage. Erika and Sara's first performance here was almost 2 years ago I believe. They were and are two very talented young ladies we have had the pleasure of watching develop and grow as musicians over that time. Along with that, their fan base is growing quickly - and for good reason. Our original impression of them was that they had some talent - Erika as a singer and Sara on guitar. BUT they were so shy to the point of looking a tad awkward in front of a microphone. With a few gentle suggestions from us, encouragement from their biggest fans and advice from seasoned bands like CD/DC they now command the audiences attention and respect as musicians. Along with the confidence in performing, has come their writing skills. Their list of ...
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On Tuesday February 28, Roland and I attended one in a series of "Art & Ideas' talks that will be held at the new downtown Judith and Norman ALIX Art Gallery (JNAAG) between now and April. This talk was on the amazing current major exhibit by M.C. Escher called the 'Mathamagician". Escher is a name you are most likely not familiar with, but it is very likely you have seen his work at some point in you life and wondered "how is that done?" Darryn Doull, the Curatorial Assistant of the gallery, did a good job of answering that question and many more. He not only told us of Escher's life struggle as an artist starting as a youth in the Netherlands, but about his time in the two counties that influenced his work the most; Italy and Spain. He also explained the techniques used by Escher for his unique styles. "Eschers is known for his ...
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While out for a sunny Sunday afternoon walk, Roland and I decided to have an unplanned visit to the Judith and Norman Alix Art Gallery downtown. It was a wise decision on our part. We have been several times to the new gallery, including during one of it's grand openings complete with a tour guide. We were impressed, but not overwhelmed with what we saw. You have to remember, these are our opinions and the enjoyment of art of all kinds is very personal. This visit was totally different. There are two new big exhibits up currently. The first we viewed is called "Fluid Explorations". It is an exhibit of mostly watercolour paintings from 4 well respected local ladies. They are stunningly beautiful. I would LOVE to have any one of them hanging in my home. Sadly, they are not for sale through the gallery and even if they were, ...
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