Ovations Performing Arts Series 2012

Get your tickets now for our next fine Ovations performance:

Golden Bough & McGrath Irish Dancers

Sunday, February 12 . . . 3 pm

A Celebration of Ireland

Joining forces to create a unique performance celebrating Ireland in music and dance, Golden Bough and the McGrath Irish Dancers are up next in our Ovations Series. Expect favorite tunes, sing-alongs, fancy footwork, colorful costumes, lively banter and just a wee bit o' blarney.

View the 2012 Ovations Lineup

Order Ovations Tickets Online Now!

or call us at 209-754-1774. We are happy to take your order!

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Gallery Calaveras

March 10 - April 26, 2012

is the 15th annual

High School Art Exhibit & Competition

We at the Calaveras Arts Council look forward to the arrival of ArtSpirit , much as humankind revels in the onset of spring. The gallery is sure to overflow with budding new talent from Calaveras High Schools. Students submit art in 12 categories with awards given in each division by a panel of distinguished judges. In addition a "People's Choice, Best of Show" prize is awarded.

RECEPTION IS SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 2012

1:00 - 3:00 pm at Gallery Calaveras

This event is open to everyone . . .

Refreshments will be served and awards will be announced . . .

Artists, teachers and the press will be in attendance.

Attention High School Art Teachers & Students!

Download the guidelines and application now

Attention Elementary School Principals & Teachers . . .

NEW ARTS IN EDUCATION CATALOG IS READY TO DOWNLOAD

Click on the above link to download the 2012-13 catalog with revisions and updates.

Please output the pdf for your school and be sure to take advantage of the funds waiting to be spent on fine art experiences for your students. Don't hesitate to call with questions or to coordinate a class or event.

Now Showing in Gallery Calaveras . . .

Red, Rust & Vermilion

January 14 - March 3 at Gallery Calaveras, 22 Main St., San Andreas

Gallery Calaveras artists have utilized their skills and creativity in the visual, ceramics, jewelry, fiber, and photographic arts to bring together the many colors of red, rust and vermilion. 

Manzanita Writer's Press

Manzanita Writers Press/Writers Unlimited Affiliates of the Calaveras County Arts Council

About Manzanita Writers Press

Writers Conference Guidelines

Recently the Seattle AP reported that non profits are facing hard times. The Calaveras Arts Council is well aware of the downturn in contributions, donations, and memberships.  You can help us support, nourish, and awaken the arts by making an end of year, tax deductible contribution to us. Click on How to Donate for more information.  Or better yet, come in an see us.

You can also donate to the California Arts Council (they help us each year with a grant for general operations) when you file your 2011 taxes. Please check the box.