| Date | Upcoming Event |
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1/9/2009 to 1/10/2009 |
Inter-Denominational Women's Conference
Joplin Family Worship will be holding the Inter-Denominational Women's Conference with Lisa Bevere January 9-10. The conference will start at 7:00 pm Friday and 10:00 am Saturday. Cost is $30 before December 7 and $40 after December 7th and $20 for full time students. For more information about this conference please call 417-623-6134 or log on to www.jfwc.org. www.jfwc.org |
| 1/10/2009 |
Struggle for Education in a Segregated America
George Washington Carver National Monument will be featuring the program George Washington Carver: Struggle for Education in a Segregated America at the Visitor Center from 11:00 am-12:00 pm. Utilizing photographs and artwork, this program focuses on Carver's years pursuing education despite racial segregation and limited opportunities. For more information log on to www.nps.gov/gwca or call 417-325-4151. www.nps.gov/gwca |
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1/10/2009 to 3/1/2009 |
Surface/Tension
Spiva Center for the Arts will be hosting the exhibit Surface/Tension January 10 - March 1 in the AT & T Main Gallery. Industrial materials are transformed into compelling 3-D work in Gary Grotey's glowing 1970's "rounds" - created from resins in light-refracting layers and Clifford West's chemically altered, woven copper "wallscapes." For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
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1/10/2009 to 3/1/2009 |
Clay Nation
Spiva Center for the Arts will be hosting the exhibit Clay Nation in the Regional Gallery January 10 - March 1. The collection of emerging clay artist Jed Schlegel includes works by more than two dozen contemporary clay masters. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/11/2009 |
The Art of Possibilities
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding The Art of Possibilities from 1:00-4:30 pm. It's a Spiva tradition and a great way to gain clarity on your 2009 goals while creating a visual reminder you'll refer to throughout the year. Ann Leach, a life coach and author of the book, Goal Sisters, will guide you through a goal-setting/collage making process designed to assure you that your life will be might fine in 2009! Bring magazines and a piece of poster board for this high-impact session. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/13/2009 |
Painting from a Photo with Jim Bilgere
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Painting from a Photo with Jim Bilgere from 5:30-7:30 pm. After moving to Vienna, Austria in 1995, Jim had the chance to study European art in its true element as well as the current trends of European art. Don't miss these workshops by a world renowned artist. Students will learn how to use their own photos and turn them into an oil or watercolor painting. The class is for ages 14 and up, cost is $15. A supply list will be provided upon registration. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/14/2009 |
Series: Line & Contour
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Sketchbook Series: Line & Contour from 3:30-2:30 pm. Students focus on the most direct form of drawing...line. Learn to see the edges of form previously over-looked. Bring a 9x12 sketchbook and we'll provide the rest. The class is for ages 8 and up, cost is $15. A supply list will be provided upon registration. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/15/2009 |
Dog Day Afternoon
The Joplin Public Library will be holding Dog Day Afternoon Thursday at 4:00 pm. Certified Therapy Dogs visit the Library looking for a good story. The Library supplies the books, and the children are the storytellers. Due to the format of the program, it is only for children K-5th grade who can read independently. For more information please call 417-623-2184. www.joplinpubliclibrary.org |
| 1/16/2009 |
English/Spanish Story Time
The Joplin Public Library will be holding English/Spanish Story Time at 10:30 am for children 2-5 yrs. There will be stories, songs and rhymes in English and Spanish, plus the children will make a craft and have a snack. For more information please call 417-623-2184. www.joplinpubliclibrary.org |
| 1/17/2009 |
Storytelling Vessels
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Storytelling Vessels from 2:00-5:00 pm. Part 1 of a 2-session class. Students will use hand building clay techniques to create a vessel form, then enhance it with bas relief sculptural techniques. This class is for ages 8 and up, cost is $35, students will use real fired clay instead of air dry. Follow up day to apply glazes is January 24, 3:00-5:00 pm. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/17/2009 |
Coffee-can Bongos and Flowerpot Bells: Design and Build your own Musical Instruments!
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Coffee-can Bongos and Flowerpot Bells: Design and Build your own Musical Instruments! from 10:00 am-12:00 pm. A perfect class for budding artists and musicians. This class is for ages 5-10, cost is $15, supplies will be provided. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
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1/17/2009 to 1/19/2009 |
Martin Luther King Jr.
George Washington Carver National Monument will be featuring the film "Martin Luther King Jr." January 17, 18 & 19 at the Visitor Center starting at 1:00 pm. In memory of Martin Luther King, Jr., park staff is offering a 30- minute film on his life produced by the Black Americans of Achievement series. There is no admission required to attend this program. For more information log on to www.nps.gov/gwca or call 417-325-4151. www.nps.gov/gwca |
| 1/18/2009 |
Painting from Imagination with Jesse McCormick
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Painting from Imagination with Jesse McCormick from 1:00-4:00 pm. No talents or special skills needed!! Join this wonderful artist for a fun afternoon of painting. Bring a 16x20 canvas and we'll supply the acrylic paint. This class is for ages 14 and up, cost is $25. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/20/2009 |
Abstract Painting with Jim Bilgere
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Abstract Painting with Jim Bilgere from 5:30-7:30 pm. Through slide presentation learn to design your own abstract painting. After moving to Vienna, Austria in 1995, Jim had the chance to study European art in its true element as well as the current trends of European art. Don't miss these workshops by a world renowned artist. This class is for ages 14 and up, cost is $15. Supply list provided upon registration. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
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1/20/2009 to 1/21/2009 |
Business Expo 2009
The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce presents Business Expo 2009, January 20 from 12:00-8:00 pm for the business community only and January 21 from 10:00 am-6:00 pm open to the public with a $5 admission. For more information please call 417-624-4150 or log on to www.joplincc.com. www.joplincc.com |
| 1/21/2009 |
Sketchbook Series: Focus on Perspective
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Sketchbook Series: Focus on Perspective from 3:30-5:30 pm. If you can draw a box, you can draw a table, a chair, a room, a building! Students learn key concepts and make it happen. Bring a 9x12 sketchbook and drawing pencils. This class is for ages 10-16, cost is $15. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/22/2009 |
Painting from a Photo with Jim Bilgere
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Painting from a Photo with Jim Bilgere from 5:30-7:30 pm. After moving to Vienna, Austria in 1995, Jim had the chance to study European art in its true element as well as the current trends of European art. Don't miss these workshops by a world renowned artist. Students will learn how to use their own photos and turn them into an oil or watercolor painting. The class is for ages 14 and up, cost is $15. A supply list will be provided upon registration. For more information please call 417-623-0183 www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/24/2009 |
Jewelry Making the Calder Way
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Jewelry Making the Calder Way from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. This class will explore the work of Alexander Calder and some of the techniques he used to make his jewelry. Brass or copper wire will be provided along with various hand tools. If you have a favorite hammer, pair of pliers, or wire cutters feel free to bring your own. This class is for ages 12 and up, cost is $40. For more information please call 417-623-0183 www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/24/2009 |
Storytelling Vessels: Part 2
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Storytelling Vessels: Part 2 from 3:00-5:00 pm. Students will paint vessels from Part 1 of this class held on January 17. This class is for ages 8 and up, cost is $35 for both classes, This project is with real fired clay instead of air dry. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/24/2009 |
American Girl Club
The Joplin Public Library will be holding American Girl Club at 11:00 am. For children K-5th grade who will explore different periods using the popular American Girl book series. They will make crafts, play games and enjoy delicious food. Dolls are welcome and children may dress as American Girl characters. For more information please call 417-623-2184. www.joplinpubliclibrary.org |
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1/24/2009 to 1/25/2009 |
Frederick Douglass: An American Life and Freedom Fighter
George Washington Carver National Monument will be featuring the film "Frederick Douglass: An American Life and Freedom Fighter" January 24 & 25 at the Visitor Center starting at 1:00 pm. This 30-minute documentary explores the life and times of Frederick Douglass, a fugitive slave who became an eloquent orator and spokesman against slavery. There is no admission required to attend this program. For more information log on to www.nps.gov/gwca or call 417-325-4151. www.nps.gov/gwca |
| 1/25/2009 |
Art in the Afternoon! The Journey: Letting your life be expressed through your work
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Art in the Afternoon! The Journey: Letting your life be expressed through your work at 2:00 pm. Join clay artist Jed Schlegel on his recent journeys of clay and whitewater river trips. This slideshow and lecture are part discovery of exactly how intertwined life and work are, and part encouragement to other artists to explore their own themes and progression in their work. After the lecture, Jed will offer a guided tour of Clay Nation, the current exhibit of his personal collection of work by contemporary clay artists from across the nation. Don't miss it! There is no admission to attend, contributions are appreciated. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/27/2009 |
Concert-Emanuel Ax
Pro Musica Joplin is proud to present the incomparable Emanuel Ax, one of the top pianists in the world. This is an event that you won't want to miss! Concert will be held in Taylor Hall on the campus of Missouri Southern and will begin at 7:30pm. Tickets at $15 for general seating ($12 for seniors and students) and $60 for patrons that will recieve reserved seating and buffet dinner preceding the concert. For more information please call 417.625.1822. www.promusicajoplin.org |
| 1/27/2009 |
Surrealism Painting with Jim Bilgere
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Surrealism Painting with Jim Bilgere from 5:30-7:30 pm. Learn to tap into your inner vision After moving to Vienna, Austria in 1995, Jim had the chance to study European art in its true element as well as the current trends of European art. Don't miss these workshops by a world renowned artist. This class is for ages 14 and up, cost is $15. Supply list provided upon registration. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/28/2009 |
Sketchbook Series: Shapes & Space
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Sketchbook Series: Shapes & Space from 3:30-5:30 pm. Students learn that a donut isn't a donut without a hole& and how to draw what is not there actually creates what is right before your eyes. Bring a 9x12 sketchbook and well provide the rest. For ages 8 and up, cost is $15. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/29/2009 |
Abstract Painting with Jim Bilgere
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Abstract Painting with Jim Bilgere from 5:30-7:30 pm. Through slide presentation learn to design your own abstract painting. After moving to Vienna, Austria in 1995, Jim had the chance to study European art in its true element as well as the current trends of European art. Don't miss these workshops by a world renowned artist. This class is for ages 14 and up, cost is $15. Supply list provided upon registration. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 1/30/2009 |
Film Night at Spiva: Rivers and Tides
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding Film Night at Spiva: Rivers and Tides (2003) Andy Goldsworthy Working With Time at 7:00 pm. This amazing documentary from Thomas Riedelsheimer won the Golden Gate Award Grand Prize for Best Documentary at the 2003 San Francisco International Film Festival. The film follows renowned sculptor Andy Goldsworthy as he creates with ice, driftwood, bracken, leaves, stone, dirt and snow in open fields, beaches, rivers, creeks and forests. With each new creation, he carefully studies the energetic flow and transitory nature of his work. Admission is $3, film nights are sponsored by The Current. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 2/7/2009 |
Bowling Round Up
Magic Moments Riding Therapy will be holding a fundraiser Saturday, February 7 at Bowl East. Come out for an afternoon of bowling to raise money for a great cause. Assemble a team of 5 or 6 bowlers and call for a packet so you can get started raising money. The bowler who raises the most gets a terrific prize! Free pizza and giveaway prizes for all bowlers. For more information please call 417-625-4490, to learn more about Magic Moments log on to www.ridingtherapy.com. www.ridingtherapy.com |
| 2/7/2009 |
Great Black Innovators
George Washington Carver National Monument will be featuring the film "Great Black Innovators" at the Visitor Center starting at 1:00 pm. This film show historic photographs and dramatic re-enactments that shed light on some of America's greatest black innovators. For more information log on to www.nps.gov/gwca or call 417-325-4151. www.nps.gov/gwca |
| 2/8/2009 |
Art in the Afternoon! "Art as Revolution": Bohemian Paris and New York 80's
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding Art in the Afternoon! "Art as Revolution": Bohemian Paris and New York 80's at 2:00 pm. Focused on "Art as Revolution" and how artists used their work to reshape the way we look at art and the world. Jim Bilgere will give a lecture on artists and their work from Bohemian Paris (1910 -1930) and the 1980's New York Art scene. There is no admission to attend, contributions are appreciated. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 2/14/2009 |
African-American Trailblazers
George Washington Carver National Monument will be holding the program African-American Trailblazers at the Visitor Center from 12:00-1:00 pm. African Americans have blazed trails in a variety of fields. This presentation explores pioneering achievements of many lesser-known African Americans. For more information log on to www.nps.gov/gwca or call 417-325-4151. www.nps.gov/gwca |
| 2/15/2009 |
Furniture Painting Class with Tricia Courtney
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Furniture Painting Class with Tricia Courtney from 1:00-4:00 pm. Learn a painting style inspired by Jackson Pollock. This class is for ages 14 and up, cost is $25, bring your own furniture, paints and brushes are provided. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 2/18/2009 |
Sketchbook Series: Light & Shadow
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Sketchbook Series: Light & Shadow from 3:30-5:30 pm. Students learn to model form using different grays from white to black to create the drama of light and shadow.Bring a 9x12 sketchbook and drawing pencils. This class is for ages 10-16, cost is $15. For more information please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org. |
| 2/19/2009 |
Dog Day Afternoon
The Joplin Public Library will be holding Dog Day Afternoon Thursday at 4:00 pm. Certified Therapy Dogs visit the Library looking for a good story. The Library supplies the books, and the children are the storytellers. Due to the format of the program, it is only for children K-5th grade who can read independently. For more information please call 417-623-2184. www.joplinpubliclibrary.org |
| 2/20/2009 |
English/Spanish Story Time
The Joplin Public Library will be holding English/Spanish Story Time at 10:30 am for children 2-5 yrs. There will be stories, songs and rhymes in English and Spanish, plus the children will make a craft and have a snack. For more information please call 417-623-2184. www.joplinpubliclibrary.org |
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2/21/2009 to 2/22/2009 |
Break Me Bounds
George Washington Carver National Monument will be holding the film "Break Me Bounds" in the Visitor Center starting at 1:00 pm. "Break Me My Bounds" is a 30-minute film that explores the life of Paul Laurence Dunbar, known as the "poet laureate" of his people. Dunbar was one of the first African-American writers to be widely read by whites. For more information log on to www.nps.gov/gwca or call 417-325-4151. www.nps.gov/gwca |
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2/23/2009 to 2/24/2009 |
Frederick Douglass: An American Life and Freedom Fighter
George Washington Carver National Monument will be featuring the film "Frederick Douglass: An American Life and Freedom Fighter" February 23 & 24 at the Visitor Center starting at 1:00 pm. This 30-minute documentary explores the life and times of Frederick Douglass, a fugitive slave who became an eloquent orator and spokesman against slavery. There is no admission required to attend this program. For more information log on to www.nps.gov/gwca or call 417-325-4151. www.nps.gov/gwca |
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2/23/2009 to 2/25/2009 |
Preaching & Teaching Convention
Ozark Christian College will be holding the Preaching & Teaching Convention February 23-25 on their campus. For over 60 years, this long-running campus event has been offered to the public as a service and outreach of the college. Designed to instruct and uplift attendees alumni, ministers and church members come from all over the Midwest region to share in this time of inspiration, training, networking and fellowship. Activities are planned throughout the event for adults, teens and children alike. For more information log on to www.occ.edu or call 417-626-1234. www.occ.edu |
| 2/25/2009 |
Sketchbook Series: Drawing People
Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding the class Sketchbook Series: Drawing People from 3:30-5:30 pm. It's fun to draw your friends when you know about proportions, gesture, and structure. Bring drawing pencils and a 9x12 sketchbook and learn to draw people. This class is for ages 8 and up, cost is $15. For more information please call 417-623-0183 www.spivaarts.org. |
| 2/26/2009 |
Art on Tap! Featuring the Ben Miller Band
Spiva Center for the Arts presents Art on Tap! Featuring the Ben Miller Band from 5:30-8:00 pm. A 21 and over event for Spiva Members. For more information, or to join, please call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 2/26/2009 |
Parker String Quartet
Pro Musica Joplin is proud to present the Quartet that the Washington Post has hailed as "a quartet that deserves close attention." You can see them in concert at the First Presbyterian Church located at 509 S. Pearl in Joplin. Concert begins at 7:00pm. There is no charge, but donations are accepted. For more information please call 417.625.1822. www.promusicajoplin.org |
| 2/28/2009 |
Slavery on Trial, The Dred Scott Decision
George Washington Carver National Monument will be featuring the film "Slavery on Trial, The Dred Scott Decision" February 28 at the Visitor Center starting at 1:00 pm. This 30-minute film explores the life of Dred Scott and one of the most important court cases over the issue of slavery in the United States. There is no admission required to attend this program. For more information log on to www.nps.gov/gwca or call 417-325-4151. www.nps.gov/gwca |
| 2/28/2009 |
American Girl Club
The Joplin Public Library will be holding American Girl Club at 11:00 am. For children K-5th grade who will explore different time periods using the popular American Girl book series. They will make crafts, play games and enjoy delicious food. Dolls are welcome and children may dress as American Girl characters. For more information please call 417-623-2184. www.joplinpubliclibrary.org |
| 3/7/2009 |
Fur Ball 2009
The Joplin Human Society presents the Fur Ball 2009 Saturday, March 7 at the Holiday Inn beginning at 6:00 pm. The Fur Ball is an annual fundraiser to benefit the Joplin Humane Society. Dinner, Entertainment, Silent and Live Auctions. Reservations required. Black Tie Optional. For more information please call 417-206-3678. tracey.presslor@leggett.com |
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3/7/2009 to 3/8/2009 |
Mary McLeod Bethune
George Washington Carver National Monument will be featuring the film "Mary McLeod Bethune" March 7 & 8 at the Visitor Center beginning at 1:00 pm. Advisor the U.S. Presidents, founder of Bethune-Cookman College, and founder of the National Council of Negro Women, Mary MeLeod Bethune's life is studied in the 30-minute film. For more information log on to www.nps.gov/gwca or call 417-325-4151. www.nps.gov/gwca |
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3/7/2009 to 5/3/2009 |
PhotoSpiva 2009
George A. Spiva Center for the Arts will be holding PhotoSpiva 2009 March 7-May 3. Founded in 1977, PhotoSpiva has become the longest-running competition of its kind in the U.S. Photography enthusiasts will see everything from traditional black and white to modern digital photos and all that falls in between. This exhibit is a must see for anyone with an appreciation of the art as it is a reflection of the current issues and practices in contemporary photography. For more information log on to www.spivaarts.org or call 417-623-0183. www.spivaarts.org |
| 3/14/2009 |
Women in Carter's Life
George Washington Carver National Monument will be holding program Women in Carter's Life in the Visitor Center from 12:00-1:00 pm. Like many slave children, young George was separated from his mother and did not know any grandmothers or aunts. He relied on other women to provide for his care, training, and self-confidence. This program introduces several women important to George Washington Carver. For more information log on to www.nps.gov/gwca or call 417-325-4151. www.nps.gov/gwca |
| 3/19/2009 |
Dog Day Afternoon
The Joplin Public Library will be holding Dog Day Afternoon Thursday at 4:00 pm. Certified Therapy Dogs visit the Library looking for a good story. The Library supplies the books, and the children are the storytellers. Due to the format of the program, it is only for children K-5th grade who can read independently. For more information please call 417-623-2184 www.joplinpubliclibrary.org |
| 3/20/2009 |
English/Spanish Story Time
The Joplin Public Library will be holding English/Spanish Story Time at 10:30 am for children 2-5 yrs. There will be stories, songs and rhymes in English and Spanish, plus the children will make a craft and have a snack. For more information please call 417-623-2184. www.joplinpubliclibrary.org |
| 3/21/2009 |
George Washington Carver National Monument Annual Art and Essay Awards Ceremony
George Washington Carver National Monument will be holding their Annual Art and Essay Awards Ceremony at 2:00 pm in the Visitors Center. The public is invited to attend this ceremony recognizing the work of many hard working fourth grade students who submitted essays and artwork on the life of George Washington Carver. This year's theme: "If I could spend a day with George Washington Carver", all entries will be on display in the multi-purpose room. For more information log on to www.nps.gov/gwca or call 417-325-4151 www.nps.gov/gwca |
| 3/21/2009 |
Agricultural School on Wheels
George Washington Carver National Monument will be holding program Agricultural School on Wheels in the Visitor Center from 12:00-1:00 pm. The Jesup Wagon, also known as the Agricultural School on Wheels, |