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April 7-July 8, 2012

In recognition of Pfac’s 50th anniversary, this exhibition celebrates the regional artists who have been a part of Pfac’s history by their participation in the exhibitions program through a solo/one-person exhibition or who have a significant history of teaching in the Studio Art School.

Searching through our archives and historic records, members of the Anniversary Committee have ...More

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	Tell-a-friend Tidewater Quilters Guild Bienniel Quilt Show Presented by Tidewater Quilters Guild June 22-June 24, 2012 Join us for the TQG biennial quilt show. Take a break from the heat while you peruse member quilts, wearable art, and other quilted items. Enjoy shopping with local and regional ...More
	Tell-a-friend 22nd Annual Mid-Atlantic Art Exhibition - Works on PAPER and of CLAY Presented by d'Art Center at The Selden Arcade April 27-June 29, 2012 The d'ART Center is proud to announce the 22nd Annual Mid-Atlantic Art Exhibition - "Works on PAPER and of CLAY" on exhibit April 27, 2012 - June 29. 2012. Come experience ...More
	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Anecdotes & Parables - Georgeanna Fellio and Heather Bryant Presented by City of Portsmouth at Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center April 21-July 1, 2012 This exhibition features lithographs, sculptures and paintings by Heather Bryant, Georgeanna Fellio and Linda Mitchell, three artists who explore animal narratives in their ...More
	Tell-a-friend One- Day Oriental Watercolor Workshop Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center May 19, 2012 Here’s your chance to try something new and exotic! Create East Asian paintings of tigers, bamboo and orchids along with Chinese calligraphy. You’ll learn to use bamboo ...More
	Tell-a-friend Experienced Clay Student Orientation and Evaluation (2) Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center May 19, 2012 Do you have clay experience that might exempt you from our Fundamentals and Next Step classes? This session introduces you to Pfac’s clay studio, its materials, and its ...More
	Tell-a-friend 28th Annual Stockley Gardens Spring Arts Festival Presented by Hope House Foundation at Stockley Gardens Park May 19-May 20, 2012 Hope House Foundation, a non-profit organization that has been providing support services for people with developmental disabilities since 1964, announces the dates for the 28th ...More
	Tell-a-friend Clay Fundamentals: Handbuilding Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center May 1-May 22, 2012 Learn the basics of handbuilding with clay in this small enrollment, focused workshop. Limit: 8 students. Instructor: Diane Kroniess. ...More

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Event Name	Organization	Dates	City
"Kids In Art" Fridays "Kids In Art" Fridays Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum April 6-June 15, 2012 “Kids in Art” is a new guided tour for guests to explore the galleries in search of depictions of kids in art and then create their own kid-inspired masterpiece to take home.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/06/12- 06/15/12	Williamsburg
"The Material World" "The Material World" Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum March 14-June 13, 2012 Explore the world of art through the eyes of a conservator. Hands-on activities help children see how interconnected science and art truly are at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays, March 14-June 13 (except April 25 and May 9).	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	03/14/12- 06/13/12	Williamsburg
"When Insects Invade: The Unwanted Museum Visitor" "When Insects Invade: The Unwanted Museum Visitor" Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum March 15-June 14, 2012 “When Insects Invade: The Unwanted Museum Visitor.” Uncover more about a museum conservator’s job by learning what types of insects museums worry about, what kind of damage they can do and how conservators deal with them. This program begins at 2:30 p.m. Thursdays, March 15-June 14.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	03/15/12- 06/14/12	Williamsburg
4th Annual LESC Craft Bazaar 4th Annual LESC Craft Bazaar Presented by Langley Enlisted Spouses Club at Hampton Roads Convention Center June 2, 2012 It's an all day craft and vendor extravaganza! Come out to peruse, shop, eat and support the Langley Enlisted Spouses Club and their efforts to increase morale and foster positive community relations. We will be located in Exhibit Hall A of the well located and easy to access Hampton Roads Convention Center. This event is open to the public. Admission is FREE! Parking is FREE! A silent raffle will be held, and we will have great prizes from every participating...	Langley Enlisted Spouses Club	06/02/12	Hampton
After School Clay Camp After School Clay Camp Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center March 31, 2010 - Ongoing For four weeks children explore the properties of clay through hand forming techniques and the potter's wheel. Clay Camp allows each child to experience these methods to develop the hand-eye coordination and motor skills necessary to create artwork and utilitarian objects. "Clay camp is 'full-contact' art," says instructor Beth Turbeville, "It offers a multi-level learning experience. Working with clay challenges students to use their imagination while incorporating aspects...	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	03/31/10- Ongoing	Newport News
Afternoon ARTventures for Ages 9-12: 4-x-4 Afternoon ARTventures for Ages 9-12: 4-x-4 Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center August 28-August 31, 2012 Students will explore a different medium each day. Printmaking and found-object sculpture are two. The other two – a surprise! Limit: 12 students. Instructor: Amanda Wallace.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	08/28/12- 08/31/12	Newport News
Afternoon ARTventures for Ages 9-12: Clay Camp 1 Afternoon ARTventures for Ages 9-12: Clay Camp 1 Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center June 26-June 29, 2012 Each week of afternoon Clay Camp will offer different projects, so students may repeat the class! All students will throw on the potter’s wheel and hand build. Limit: 12 students. Instructors: Diane Kroniess & Lynne Oglesby.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	06/26/12- 06/29/12	Newport News
Afternoon ARTventures for Ages 9-12: Clay Camp 3 Afternoon ARTventures for Ages 9-12: Clay Camp 3 Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center July 24-July 27, 2012 Each week of afternoon Clay Camp will offer different projects, so students may repeat the class! All students will throw on the potter’s wheel and hand build. Limit: 12 students. Instructors: Diane Kroniess & Lynne Oglesby.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	07/24/12- 07/27/12	Newport News
Afternoon ARTventures for Ages 9-12: Clay Camp 4 Afternoon ARTventures for Ages 9-12: Clay Camp 4 Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center August 7-August 10, 2012 Each week of afternoon Clay Camp will offer different projects, so students may repeat the class! All students will throw on the potter’s wheel and hand build. Limit: 12 students. Instructors: Diane Kroniess & Lynne Oglesby.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	08/07/12- 08/10/12	Newport News
Afternoon ARTventures for Ages 9-12: Introduction to the Arts of Asia Afternoon ARTventures for Ages 9-12: Introduction to the Arts of Asia Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center July 17-July 20, 2012 This multi-cultural, multi-media class will take students to new lands to discover and create their unusual arts. Limit: 8 students. Instructor: Lee Gerry Wertheimer.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	07/17/12- 07/20/12	Newport News
An Occasion for the Arts An Occasion for the Arts Presented by An Occasion for the Arts October 6-October 7, 2012 Always the first weekend of October, plan to attend this outdoor art event - Acquire a piece of fine art from one of 170 juried artists, - Experience kid-friendly hands-on activities and youth art from area students, - Enjoy on-going varied, live performances throughout the event for all ages and tastes, - Savor refreshments from street vendors, the wine & beer fest and at local restaurants	An Occasion for the Arts	10/06/12- 10/07/12	Williamsburg
Art Stop Art Stop Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum March 17-June 12, 2012 “Art Stop” creates a work of art to take home inspired by objects in the collection during the program at 10:30 a.m. March 17 and 24, and Tuesdays, April 3-June 12.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	03/17/12- 06/12/12	Williamsburg
Artisans in the Park Artisans in the Park Presented by Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation - Special Events September 8-September 9, 2012 An outdoor arts and crafts festival featuring artisans selling original works of art and fine craft – now in its 37th year! This year’s event will take place in September to avoid the summer heat. Enjoy live stage entertainment, family-themed performers and great food vendors. Applications available February 6.	Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation - Special Events	09/08/12- 09/09/12	Virginia Beach
Artist Trading Cards Artist Trading Cards Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum April 6-June 15, 2012 “Artist Trading Cards” create a set of artist trading cards to commemorate your visit. This program will begin at 10:30 a.m. Fridays, April 6- June 15.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/06/12- 06/15/12	Williamsburg
Beginning Acrylic Painting Beginning Acrylic Painting Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center April 4-May 23, 2012 Join artist and Pfac educator Janet Rash in the painting class you have been asking for. You will create three finished acrylic paintings in eight weeks, while you learn the basics of color theory, composition and technique. All you need bring is passion and a willingness to learn and have fun. All materials supplied; tuition includes materials fee. Limit: 14 students.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	04/04/12- 05/23/12	Newport News
Beginning Drawing Beginning Drawing Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center April 4-May 30, 2012 This revised version of Mary’s popular drawing class will focus on portrait drawing for the spring. This will include proportions of the face, anatomy, and techniques to create a realistic likeness. Portrait composition will also be discussed. The class is designed for students from beginning to more experienced. Beginning students will learn basic drawing fundamentals while developing their portraits. Experienced students will work on advanced techniques and portrait composition using...	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	04/04/12- 05/30/12	Newport News
Clay Camp- Afterschool Clay (Ages 5-8) Clay Camp- Afterschool Clay (Ages 5-8) Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center May 9-May 30, 2012 Do you like to get messy while creating cool stuff? Here’s your chance! Explore hand forming and the potter’s wheel. A great way to get your young artist started with basic ceramics skills. Dress for mess! Limit: 10 students Instructors: Diane Kroniess & Beth Turbeville	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	05/09/12- 05/30/12	Newport News
Concert In the Courtyard - Free Music Series Concert In the Courtyard - Free Music Series Presented by City of Portsmouth March 2, 2012-March 2, 2013 Enjoy music in the Art Annex from The Herbie D Band with Amy Ferebee.	City of Portsmouth	03/02/12- 03/02/13	Portsmouth
Creative & Creative Writing Classes Creative & Creative Writing Classes Presented by The Muse Writers Center at The Muse Writers Center June 1-July 31, 2012 Registration is now open for The Muse Writers Center’s summer creative and creative writing classes. Courses include creative writing classes in poetry, fiction, flash fiction, young adult fiction, children’s book, science fiction, fantasy, & horror, world building, memoir & creative non-fiction, personal narratives, food writing, multi-genre writing, screenwriting, and songwriting. Other creative offerings include classes and seminars in journaling, reading...	The Muse Writers Center	06/01/12- 07/31/12	Norfolk
Daily Glass Demonstrations at the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio Daily Glass Demonstrations at the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art April 11, 2012 - Ongoing Watch live glass demonstrations in the Chrysler Museum of Art Glass Studio Wednesday through Sunday each week at 12:00 noon, then you can catch afternoon demonstrations at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday of each week.	Chrysler Museum of Art	04/11/12- Ongoing	Norfolk
Donna Zagotta Workshop: Adding the You Factor To Paintings Donna Zagotta Workshop: Adding the You Factor To Paintings Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center July 23-July 27, 2012 The theme of this workshop is: Make your paintings more personal and creative by plugging your subjects into design. Donna will demonstrate and discuss methods and ideas that will help you turn ordinary subjects into creative and imaginative paintings. Students will focus on composition, color and a personal and creative use of the elements and principles of design. All levels are welcome and this workshop is open to all watermedia. Donna will be using watercolor and white...	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	07/23/12- 07/27/12	Newport News
Explore the Declaration of Independence Explore the Declaration of Independence Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum April 3-June 12, 2012 "Explore the Declaration of Independence” traces the exciting events leading to the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution. Young guests can create a patriotic souvenir to take home. This program will take place at 1:45 p.m. on Tuesdays, April 3-June 12.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/03/12- 06/12/12	Williamsburg
Gallery Talks Gallery Talks Presented by Chrysler Museum of Art at Chrysler Museum of Art November 1, 2009 - Ongoing Gallery Talks are customized tours that highlight works in the Chrysler's permanent collection or the Museum's visting exhibitions.	Chrysler Museum of Art	11/01/09- Ongoing	Norfolk
GARDEN DELIGHTS: PLEIN AIR PAINTING TRIP TO THE PINKHAM GARDENS GARDEN DELIGHTS: PLEIN AIR PAINTING TRIP TO THE PINKHAM GARDENS Presented by City of Portsmouth at Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center May 26, 2012 PAINTERS!!! –Bring your oils, acrylics, watercolors, and brush-ink. You will NOT want to miss this rare opportunity to utilize an amazing backdrop for creative energy. The Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center (PACC), along with Bill and Linda Pinkham, are hosting a painting expedition to the Pinkham Gardens. Participants will meet at PACC for carpooling to the garden. There, Bill and Linda will give an orientation of the grounds which are filled with beautiful and bizarre life-forms,...	City of Portsmouth	05/26/12	Portsmouth
Hampton Fashionistas Wearable Art Show Hampton Fashionistas Wearable Art Show Presented by Blue Skies Art Gallery at Blue Skies Art Gallery May 11-June 26, 2012 All month we'll feature artisan made clothing, jewelry & accessories. Fashion Show Event! Saturday May 12th, 6:30-9pm Featuring the fashions of Blue Skies artists along with two local boutiques: Crickets 40 Wine Street, Hampton & Boutique She-She 22 S King St, Hampton fash-uh-nee-stuh: real fashionistas don't believe in trends.... they have a natural flair for combining both current...	Blue Skies Art Gallery	05/11/12- 06/26/12	Hampton
Hands On For Kids Gallery: Paint Days! Hands On For Kids Gallery: Paint Days! Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center May 12, 2009 - Ongoing The Hands On For Kids Gallery is a great place to bring your favorite young artists. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for learning about the arts in a fun-filled casual and cozy setting. Designed for families with young children, the Gallery is open daily for self-directed activities. Children can create to their hearts content, and parents don't have to worry about the mess. Paints, brushes, paper and smocks provided.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	05/12/09- Ongoing	Newport News
Heraldry Heraldry Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum April 5-June 14, 2012 “Heraldry” explores the galleries for coats of arms. While learning the meaning behind the symbols, kids may illustrate a book to take home. Recommended for children 8 and up. This program will take place at 1:45 p.m. Thursdays, April 5-June 14.	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	04/05/12- 06/14/12	Williamsburg
Heritage Day at Historic St. Luke's Heritage Day at Historic St. Luke's Presented by Historic St. Luke's Church at Historic St. Luke's Church June 16, 2012 Celebrate our community heritage with two days of events at Historic St. Luke’s Church. Heritage Day - June 16 - will feature history told through stories, writings, quilts, colonial court, land ownership, music, food, and our flora and fauna environment. Come tour “Old Brick” and hear its history. Sunday, June 17 at 3:00 pm the Main Street Baptist Gospel Choir will perform a concert of spirituals and Gospel music. Come early to ensure a seat.	Historic St. Luke's Church	06/16/12	Smithfield
Introduction to the Arts of Asia Introduction to the Arts of Asia Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center July 17-July 20, 2012 This multi-cultural, multi-media class will take students to new lands to discover and create their unusual arts. Limit: 8 students. Limit: 12 students. Instructor: Lee Gerry Wertheimer	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	07/17/12- 07/20/12	Newport News
Jen Callahan "Watercolor" Jen Callahan "Watercolor" Presented by Blue Skies Art Gallery at Blue Skies Art Gallery August 7-September 18, 2012 Award winning Fine Artist Jen Callahan will show her vibrant eye-catching watercolor and mixed media paintings. Callahan’s bright paintings have an abstract quality to them while reflecting her love and fascination with animals and their movements in nature. www.jenartwork.com	Blue Skies Art Gallery	08/07/12- 09/18/12	Hampton
Mathews Art Gallery Trunk Show Mathews Art Gallery Trunk Show Presented by Blue Skies Art Gallery at Blue Skies Art Gallery June 27-August 5, 2012 Blue Skies Gallery will feature the works of Mathews Art Gallery. Mathews Art Gallery, founded in the 1960s, boasts more than 50 local artists and craftspeople who specialize in oil, watercolor, and acrylic painting, wood carving, pottery, glass, jewelry, fabric, and scrimshaw. www.mathewsartgallery.org	Blue Skies Art Gallery	06/27/12- 08/05/12	Hampton
More Crochet and Relax More Crochet and Relax Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center May 3-May 24, 2012 Instructor: Lee Gerry Wertheimer. Beginners and advanced students will learn new crochet techniques to create your choice of a scarf, hat, handbag, afghan or baby jacket. By the end of the classes, you'll be able to read a pattern and bring home a finished heirloom. Students must bring a 'G' crochet hook to the first class. Limit 12 students.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	05/03/12- 05/24/12	Newport News
Morning ARTventures for Ages 5-8- Under the Sea Morning ARTventures for Ages 5-8- Under the Sea Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center June 19-June 22, 2012 It’s maritime time as students take a dive and create their own underwater creatures and scenes in various mediums. Limit: 12 students. Instructor: Amanda Wallace.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	06/19/12- 06/22/12	Newport News
Morning ARTventures for Ages 5-8: 4-x-4 Morning ARTventures for Ages 5-8: 4-x-4 Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center August 28-August 31, 2012 Students will explore a different medium each day. Painting and collage are two. The other two – a surprise! Limit: 12 students. Instructor: Amanda Wallace.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	08/28/12- 08/31/12	Newport News
Morning ARTventures for Ages 5-8: Clay Camp 1 Morning ARTventures for Ages 5-8: Clay Camp 1 Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center June 26-June 29, 2012 Each week of morning Clay Camp will offer different hand building projects, so students may repeat the class! Limit: 8 students. Diane Kroniess.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	06/26/12- 06/29/12	Newport News
Morning ARTventures for Ages 5-8: Clay Camp 2 Morning ARTventures for Ages 5-8: Clay Camp 2 Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center July 10-July 13, 2012 Each week of morning Clay Camp will offer different hand building projects, so students may repeat the class! Limit: 8 students. Instructor: Diane Kroniess	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	07/10/12- 07/13/12	Newport News
Morning ARTventures for Ages 5-8: Clay Camp 4 Morning ARTventures for Ages 5-8: Clay Camp 4 Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center August 7-August 10, 2012 Each week of morning Clay Camp will offer different hand building projects, so students may repeat the class! Limit: 8 students. Diane Kroniess.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	08/07/12- 08/10/12	Newport News
Morning ARTventures for Ages 5-8: Nature’s Sketchbook Morning ARTventures for Ages 5-8: Nature’s Sketchbook Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center July 31-August 3, 2012 Enjoy the beauty of nature as students use various mediums to create flowers, birds and more. Limit: 12 students. Juli Schuszler.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	07/31/12- 08/03/12	Newport News
Newport News Public Schools Senior Miniature Artworks 2009 Newport News Public Schools Senior Miniature Artworks 2009 Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center May 16, 2009 - Ongoing All twelfth grade visual arts students currently enrolled in Newport News Public Schools are invited to submit works of art for this exhibition. Students may submit up to two original two or three dimensional works in any media as long as artwork does not exceed four inches in any direction. Peninsula Fine Arts Center Program Director & Curator Michael Preble will select the winners and present awards at a reception Wednesday, May 20th, 5pm to 6pm. The idea for this exhibition came...	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	05/16/09- Ongoing	Newport News
Next Step: Handbuilding (Tuesday) Next Step: Handbuilding (Tuesday) Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center May 8-May 29, 2012 Instructor: Diane Kroniess Limit: 8 students.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	05/08/12- 05/29/12	Newport News
Next Step: Handbuilding (Wednesday) Next Step: Handbuilding (Wednesday) Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center May 9-May 30, 2012 Limit: 8 students. Instructor: Diane Kroniess.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	05/09/12- 05/30/12	Newport News
OpSail 2012 Virginia OpSail 2012 Virginia Presented by Norfolk Festevents Ltd. at Town Point Park June 1-June 12, 2012 On the horizon lies a historic American milestone, an extraordinary occasion for the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia...the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, the writing of the Star Spangled Banner, planned together with the spectacle of OpSail 2012. OpSail 2012 Virginia® is a collaboration between Operation Sail Inc. (OpSail) national, the United States Navy, Norfolk Festevents, and hundreds of national, state and local organizations. From...	Norfolk Festevents Ltd.	06/01/12- 06/12/12	Norfolk
Out of the Box Out of the Box Presented by Blue Skies Art Gallery at Blue Skies Art Gallery June 27-August 5, 2012 Member artists show us their hidden talents by creating art in a completely different medium. A reception and “reveal” will be held on June 30th from 5:30-7:30.	Blue Skies Art Gallery	06/27/12- 08/05/12	Hampton
Quilts in the Baltimore Manner Quilts in the Baltimore Manner Presented by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation at Dewitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum June 9, 2012-April 1, 2014 Some of the nation’s most treasured quilts were produced around the middle of the 19th century influenced by quiltmaking in the nation’s third largest city of the time, Baltimore. A dozen of these works of art — most created in a distinctive and elaborately conceived appliquéd style known as album quilts — are the focus of the newest exhibition at Colonial Williamsburg’s Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum. “Quilts in the...	Colonial Williamsburg Foundation	06/09/12- 04/01/14	Williamsburg
Surface Design and its Relation to Form Surface Design and its Relation to Form Presented by Peninsula Fine Arts Center at Peninsula Fine Arts Center May 4-June 1, 2012 Fresh ideas for surface design and decoration can expand creative expression. Brushwork, sgraffito, slip trailing, stamp making, layering and resist techniques will be demonstrated. Pottery forms provided. All levels of experience welcome. Limit: 8 students. Instructor: Lynne Oglesby.	Peninsula Fine Arts Center	05/04/12- 06/01/12	Newport News
SWAP MEET! Selden Arcade in Downtown Norfolk! SWAP MEET! Selden Arcade in Downtown Norfolk! Presented by The Selden Arcade at The Selden Arcade March 24-August 25, 2012 Join us May 26th for another Saturday Selden Swap! Artists and crafters are invited to sell original handmade items in the arcade, no license required! Tables available first come, first serve (wall space too)! Bring any items you have that you would like to trade for something else. Donations will be made to Hope House. If selling anything other than artwork/crafts you will need a Special Event License available that day for $50 or through the Commissioner of Revenue (good for the year, one...	The Selden Arcade	03/24/12- 08/25/12	Norfolk
The Founding of Newport News The Founding of Newport News Presented by Newport News Library System at Newport News Public Library - Main Street Library March 12, 2009 - Ongoing The story of the founding of Newport News by the Old Dominion Land Company is fully told in this new history exhibit. The exhibit contains a range of detailed records from the Land Company including photographs, maps, blueprints, documents, and postcards. It also includes a panel on African-American life in Newport News between 1880 and 1930.	Newport News Library System	03/12/09- Ongoing	Newport News
Vision in Clay: CDA Artists Vision in Clay: CDA Artists Presented by City of Portsmouth March 25-May 28, 2012 The exhibit promotes the exploration of the ceramic arts from functional ware to large sale sculptures.	City of Portsmouth	03/25/12- 05/28/12	Portsmouth
Writers' Coffee Break Writers' Coffee Break Presented by The Muse Writers Center July 22, 2011-July 25, 2014 Join us every Friday from 10:30 a.m.-Noon at Elliot's Fairgrounds Coffee Shop (806 Baldwin Ave. #2 (at Colley), Ghent, Norfolk) for an informal get-together where area writers and Muse teachers, students, and friends enjoy conversation and camaraderie over a (perhaps much needed) coffee break. Hosted by Jennifer James. Come and join us!	The Muse Writers Center	07/22/11- 07/25/14	Norfolk

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