"Our mission is to cultivate, nurture and grow the arts
in our community by supporting local artists."
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This month we want to honor all of our artists and art supporters. It is because of your consistent support and involvement that our arts council is creatively impacting our community. Please continue to share your passion with us and consider getting more involved. |
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Our 2023-24
membership join/renew period
is going on now.
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Plan to join us for another exciting year of
classes, events and gallery shows. Membership Renewals must be received no later than April 21 in order to be eligible to vote at the May 4 quarterly meeting/ Board of Directors election.
3 ways to join and/or renew:
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Complete the membership form and pay online https://www.crossroadsartscouncil.org/join-us/
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Print and mail your membership form and payment to: Crossroads Arts Council, P.O. Box 515, Wentzville, MO 63385. Click here to download and print the paper membership form.
- Stop by the Gallery during normal hours, Thursday - Sunday 11-3, and complete your membership form and payment (either cash or check). 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO 63385
If you have never been a member of Crossroads Arts Council, we urge you to consider joining. We are creating a community in which you can volunteer, learn, share, network, and take advantage of our many art shows and community events.
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Crossroads Arts Council Board Election
During our Annual Meeting on Thursday May 4th at 6 pm, all current members will be able to vote to approve our new board candidates.
Meet our candidates:
Kerry Kirkland: I'm especially committed to helping adults connect with art just as I have recently done.
Laurie Sirtak: I look forward to the opportunity to join the Board as we continue our long range plans to engage members and develop exciting new initiatives that bring art into our community.
Rhonda Schrum:Term renewal: I am honored to be considered for re-election to the board. I have enjoyed serving the last three years with special interest in education, hospitality and membership meetings. I enjoy helping guide the direction the Arts Council is taking as it grows and integrates into the community.
Gigi Krumlinde: Term renewal: I currently serve as treasurer for the board and as the gallery manager. I thoroughly enjoy both responsibilities and would appreciate your vote to reelect me to the board. Thank you.
If you would like to be considered as a candidate for the CAC board, please contact Laura Birk, president of CAC board, at laurabirkann@gmail.com.
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Upcoming Shows & Call for Artists |
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May Main and West
Gallery Show to honor
Keith Henderson
More information coming soon.
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This gallery show will feature the artwork of Keith Henderson, artist of our 3rd historical mural entitled "Tobacco Fields". His mural was originally placed on the MFA building at the corner of W. Main and Church St. and portrayed a time in the mid 1800's showing fields of tobacco in the background. That building has now been removed, but his mural lives on in a new location to be announced at a later date.
Reception: Sun. May 7th 2-4pm
Click here to view CAC community murals
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Our 2023 community "STARS" include community church leaders. CAC member Linda Wilmes will be leading our stars as they paint a historic scene of
Ellbee's General Store. This building is one of the remaining buildings of Wentzville's industrial downtown area.
"As you step into Ellbee’s old brick store, you’ll be transported to a simpler time, when soda and candy shops were the place for families to enjoy each other and have a sweet treat."
This year's event will be held in the new "Gathering Spot" created by the owner's of Ellbee's. Picnic tables available and a delicious FOOD TRUCK will be open.
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May: Anything Goes
CASH AWARDS
Sponsored by Judie Wise and Donna Marie Pierre
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June: Oh, Snap (Photography)
CASH AWARDS - 3 Categories
Sponsored by Judie Wise and Donna Marie Pierre
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July: Red, White and Blue - CASH AWARDS
Sponsor needed for this show
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August: - Reuse, Repurpose, Recycle
CASH AWARDS
Curated by Laurie Sirtek & Rhonda Schrum
Sponsor needed for this show
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Time to rev up your creative engine.
“Reuse, Repurpose, Recycle”….our August gallery show will be here soon!
We encourage all artists to think outside the box to create unique pieces from everyday items.
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-Tired of those half-finished canvases…turn them into a unique collage.
- How about and old sweater….it magically transforms into a felted masterpiece.
- Got some wood scraps and old frames…think dimensional sculpture.
- And those bunches of colorful plastic shopping bags…can you say great weaving material?
Mix everyday items to create innovative, original and surprising new creations…nothing is wasted, and the old and discarded is made wonderful and new again!
For more inspiration, our Facebook page will periodically post recycled art ideas.
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Two new monthly groups now forming... |
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If you enjoy felting, applique, embroidery, rug hooking and all needle artists,
this group is for you!
Bring along a project and join us for our first get together
Wednesday, May 3 6:30 - 8:30 pm at CAC arts center.
Enjoy sharing designs, techniques, and lots of lively conversations.
Questions & RSVP (not required, but appreciated) - contact Laurie Sirtak
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If you enjoy gathering
for a social time to learn about the lives of famous artists this
group is for you!
Your $5 will provide a light tea and sandwich luncheon and a presentation of an artist. Each month you will learn about a new artist and share creative ideas with others.
Questions & RSVP (not required, but appreciated) - contact Diane Ransom
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Upcoming Art Classes and Artist Opportunities |
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Click here for our full schedule. If you're interested in teaching a class, send a proposal to
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Dardenne Prairie City Hall: 6 month display, art displayed amongst the halls of Dardenne City Hall, open to the public, art may be priced for sale. Drop off date is 6-27 & 6-28, 1-3 & 6-8.
Wentzville City Hall: 6 week display, 12' linear wall space, art may be priced for sale.
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Attention all Quilters and Fiber lovers:
Our annual "Pieces of the Heart"
Quilt Show
has been scheduled for October 19th-21st
at the Wentzville Community Club.
Challenge quilt kits
Children & Adults
are available
$5
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REMINDERS:
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Win a Quilt: Don't forget to put your ticket with your number in the Quilt Jar each time you come into the arts gallery or volunteer. Milly Blumer's quilt donated by Mary Pearson will be given away in December. Drawing will be held at the reception of our December 2023 show - Artistic Gifts Under $100.
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Studio space available: contact Laura at crossroadsartcounil@gmail.com
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Curators are needed for the following art shows: August "The 3 R's: Reuse, Repurpose, Recycle",October "Art Without a Canvas", and November "Steampunk".
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Gift Certificates: available for the art lover in your life.
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Oops, we're losing our marbles.....no, we're just losing some of our supplies.
Missing items:
- View Sonic mini projector.
- Set of #8 paintbrushes used for our "Painting With the Stars" event
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