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Free First Sunday:
Celebration of Black Writing Presentation and Reading

 
J oin us at The Barnes for Free First Sundays, on 
Sunday, February 7, 2016, as we unveil the lineup for the 2016 Celebration of Black Writing Festival!

This month's programing includes  also includes other great performances, generously sponsored by PECO. 





YOU MUST CONTACT US  via email, and not The Barnes directly, to reserve your tickets.  Free admission is available to our members and friends. You can reserve your tickets by sending your name and # of tickets requested to submissions@artsanctuary.org by Noon on Thursday, February 4.
 
LINE UP

Free First Sunday: Collecting Creatively
Sunday, February 7, 1-4 pm
Unless otherwise noted, all programs take place in the Annenberg Court.

1-1:30 pm Performance by KIPP's Honor Band
KIPP Philadelphia Schools is honored to present their first ever All-Region Honor Band. The band, comprised of musicians and vocalists from KIPP elementary, middle, and high schools will delight and inspire. Be prepared for the power of music and the strength of the KIPP team.

1-4 pm Hands-on ArtSee Activities: African Art Adventure (Lower Level)
Masks are used for protection, performance, and important celebrations. Get into the spirit of things by creating a face mask, collaging a mask bag, and crafting a beaded braid.

1:35-3 pm Celebration of Black Writing presentation and reading
Join Valerie Gay, executive director of Art Sanctuary, as she unveils the lineup for the May 2016 Celebration of Black Writing (CBW). CBW is one of the nation's oldest and most prominent festivals spotlighting black literature and visual and performing arts. Founded by Larry Robin of the iconic Robin's Books, CBW became an Art Sanctuary program in 2001.

After the presentation, join the CBW 2016 lineup for a reading of work by the author who'll be honored at the CBW award ceremony this May. 


Annual John Coltrane Festival
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Most of our programs are
FREE to the community, but they are NOT FREE to produce. We believe in bringing World-Class arts and artistic experiences to our community, many of whom do NOT have access to Quality on a daily basis.

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EXHIBIT IN GALLERY 
"LIFE STORIES FROM WITHIN" 
The Art of Richard J. Watson

Extended Until February 27
Mr. Watson's works are also for sale




 


Gallery Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed. - 10am -4pm; Thurs - 10 am - 7pm; Sat Noon - 4pm. 
Closed: Friday and Sunday. 
Call 215.232.4485 to arrange appointments when gallery is not open

ART SANCTUARY GIFT SHOP






Storytelling Circle 
Friday February 5, 2016
10am
(Free Event ~ donations welcomed)
Location: Art Sanctuary Gallery, 628 S. 16th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
   
We welcome all preschool children and their families into our gallery for a fun and interactive experience with a stellar storyteller. Each Storytelling Circle includes art making! 

For information on how to participate or attend, please contact us at 215-232-4485 or assistant@artsanctuary.org.
  
The Storytelling Circle is an interactive series for preschool children and their families. In this environment, storytellers are able to introduce their craft as a multi-faceted art form, with emphasis on the deep-rooted ties to black culture.


Made possible thanks to 
The Irish Pub Children's Foundation

COMMUNITY EVENT SPOTLIGHT
Philadelphia 2016 Call for Artists

The Donkeys Around Town program is a civic initiative of the Philadelphia 2016 Host Committee for the Democratic National Convention. In celebration of the 2016 Democratic National Convention, fifty-seven fiberglass donkeys will be painted by local artists to represent the fifty states, Washington, D.C. and the six U.S. territories. The donkeys, the symbol of the Democratic Party, will be displayed from July 1 - 31, 2016 at popular sites and attractions throughout Philadelphia. 

How To Apply
 
Go to ArtJawn.com and create a profile with a portfolio of general work  and exhibition history. Include a short description in the "About Me" section of your profile. Check the box for the Donkeys Around Town  competition under "Terms and Conditions." Attach a CV or Resume to  your profile. There is no charge to create a profile, enter the  competition, or upload work.
 
The Mural Arts Program of Philadelphia and Artjawn.com will select 30  artists based on overall portfolio of work.
 
Applications must be received by February 19. For more information, go to artjawn.com/open-call-for-artists.html.

 Music Makes Me Happy Panel Discussion 



Think Create Inspire Theatre Festival
MONTHLY COMMUNITY NEWSLETTERS

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 To be be included in the next newsletter please submit by February 13th, 2016


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Art Sanctuary Philadelphia
628 S. 16th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
215.232.4485

Art Sanctuary uses the power of black art to transform individuals, create and build community, and foster cultural understanding.