Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:43:10 -0500
From: Lesley Landis
Subject: 2 Powerful Films for Black History Month

In February, the Chatham County Arts Council (“ChathamArts”) Sustainable Cinema Series honors Black History Month by showing two powerful films. Mark your calendars for this special SUNDAY Event, Feb. 26th, 2 pm, Fearrington Village Barn, Hwy 15-501 midway between Chapel Hill & Pittsboro

“THE LOVING STORY” by director & producer Nancy Buirski; Producer & Editor Elisabeth Haviland James (documentary feature) about “Loving v. Virginia”, a watershed civil rights case in which the United States Supreme Court declared Virginia’s anti-miscegenation statute unconstitutional in 1967.

A racially charged criminal trial and a heartrending love story converge in this documentary about the Lovings, an interracial couple who fell in love and married at a tumultuous social and political time in American history, yet nevertheless brought about change where previously no one else could.  Through stunning archival footage of the Lovings, the film revisits this public battle through the eyes of a private couple who simply wanted to have the right to get married and live in the place they called home.

“The Loving Story” is produced by Nancy Buirski’s production company Augusta Films, LLC, in association with HBO Documentaries. The film was made possible in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Buirski is the Founder and was the Director of the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival. Producer/Editor Elisabeth Haviland James is based in Durham, NC, where her company, Thornapple Films, is headquartered. Additional local crew members include: Cinematographers Rex Miller and Steve Milligan; Sound: Mark Barroso. Co-producers Nancy Buirski and Elizabeth Haviland James will be in attendance for Q&A if possible.

“The Loving Story” screening is sponsored by The Southern Documentary Fund, an organization that encourages documentary media projects made within or about the American South. Through services like fiscal sponsorship, SDF aims to connect people, ideas, and resources — furthering their goal of growing a community of documentary artists.

“What astonishes in Buirski’s docu is not just the quantity and quality of the black-and-white 16mm footage, but its unpressured candor, particularly in the harsh light of current media feeding frenzies…The Lovings’ unprepossessing affection, evident in every frame of their homemovies, forms a perfect intimate counterpoint to the historical upheaval and ultimate rendering of justice.”  VARIETY REVIEW, 05/11

shown with….

“WOLF CALL” directed by Rob Underhill; Starring Mike Wiley
“Wolf Call”  Raleigh Director Rob Underhill’s 12-minute
narrative transports us back to 1956 when William Bradford Huie of “Look”
magazine talks with the two men acquitted in the boy’s murder, Roy Bryant
Jr. and J.W. Milam. The previous year, 14-year old Emmett Till from Chicago
had gone missing in Money, Mississippi. Later, the boy’s mutilated body was
found in a river. This historic drama became a lightning rod for moral
outrage and pivotal in inspiring a generation of young people to work for
social change in the 1950s. “Wolf Call”  is the Winner of seven festival
awards, four nominations, dozens of official selections
and recently nominated for Outstanding Independent Short Film by the Black
Reel Awards. Director Rob Underhill, Actor Mike Wiley and
Cinematographer Aravind Ragupathi in attendance for Q&A.

Director Rob Underhill has written, directed, and produced dozens of short
films, numerous music videos, and several feature films.  WOLF CALL
stars Mike Wiley (a Chatham County resident) in multiple roles. Wiley is
the winner of Best Actor awards in 2009 & 2010 for his performance in
‘Empty Space,’ including Best Actor at the 25th Black International Cinema
Berlin. He is the 2010 Lehman Brady Visiting Joint Chair Professor in
Documentary Studies and American Studies at Duke University and the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In addition to his numerous
school and community performances, he has also appeared on Discovery
Channel, The Learning Channel and National Geographic Channel.

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*** Purchase Advance tickets $8.00 online before 02/26/12 at:
http://www.chathamarts.org/sustainablecinema/
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(Please print receipt for ticket. Admission will be $10 at door day of screening) *****

Lesley Landis

President, Chatham County Arts Council <http://chathamarts.org/>

Date: Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:42:27 -0500
From: TheNC phoenix
Subject: Christmas Poem_G_RATED

Walmart’s is Bad_ Unions are Good_
Unions are bad, Walmart is Cool_*
Inexpensive stuff is great_
Slave Labor is Great_
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Christmas is Lovely with lights and with Cheer_*
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Think How many died in Coal Mines this year?*
Christmas is Sad_Christmas_IS_FUN_*

No ONE can agree*_*What FUN-WOULD that_BE_*
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 Follow Your Heart and Follow the WAY of Peace and LIGHT
Merry Christmas_Every DAY!!!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS and BE of GOOD CHEER_CHATLIST MY DEAR.

Date: Fri, 6 Jan 2012 12:29:57 -0500
From: Lesley Landis <lllgraphicdesign@gmail.com>
Subject: ChathamArts and You!

The Chatham County Arts Council (“ChathamArts”) is actively seeking applicants to serve on our Board of Directors.

ChathamArts is a non-profit organization with a mission to inspire creative expression and celebrate our county’s heritage and identity through cultural activities that make Chatham County a vibrant place to live and visit.

Individuals interested in board membership are encouraged to visit the ChathamArts website for more information. If you have questions, contact Executive Director Molly Matlock at 919-542-0394 (email:
info@chathamarts.com) or e-mail president, Lesley Landis at lllgraphicdesign@gmail.com

Lesley Landis Graphic Designs  919-949-5866
President, Chatham County Arts Council <http://chathamarts.org/>

Date: Tue, 3 Jan 2012 07:08:10 -0500
From: Forrest Greenslade
Subject: Artist Reception Jan 8th at Carolina Brewery

Hello art and party lovers:

You are invited to a Chatham Artists Guild reception at the Carolina Brewery in Pittsboro on January 8th from 4 to 6 PM. The current exhibition at the Brewery was organized by nationally known artist Shannon Bueker. Additionally, Guild artists  Cindy Bainbridge, Vidabeth Bensen, Thomas Boone, Phyllis Burns, Vangie Cathcart, Forrest Greenslade, Joey Howell, Kate Ladd, Leslie Palmer, Rita Spina, Karen Tiede and Carol Tinsky are featured in the show. Please join the artists for refreshments and enjoy the art.

See ya there,

Forrest

Open to anything — Skeptical of everything
 
Forrest C. Greenslade. PhD, DTM
Artist, Writer, Speaker
Past President, Chatham Artists Guild
919-545-9743
sculptor@forrestgreenslade.com
http://www.forrestgreenslade.com
http://chathamartists.blogspot.com/

Date: Tue, 13 Dec 2011 08:13:12 -0500
From: momopom
Subject: response to Jane about downtown Pittsboro

Jane,

I’m a Chatham Studio Tour Artist who shows work in downtown PIttsboro at the Joyful Jewel.
The art professionals who show there range in discipline from craft, to jewelry, to sculpture  and cutting edge 2-D pieces.

At this time of year the Joyful Jewel Artists outdo themselves with ornaments and gift items.

Many of the artists sell handmade cards that are beautiful, creative and one-of-a-kind.

I hope you will stop in sometime and discover that there is more to downtown than you may have realized!

Cindy

Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2011 11:59:20 -0800 (PST)
From: Meg Miller
Subject: Sensibility vs. HERFF JONES

Have recieved several emails concerning HERFF JONES, their extortion methods,  and the many shades of green gowns floating around Chatham.  Many offers to  donate gowns and many feel the practice of setting up the table in the hall at NW by HERFF JONES sort of pressures kids  to buy or want to buy although many cannot afford. 

The one thing I didn’t hear back on is a taker for the slightly used (worn less than an hour) gown I offered.  Which sort of says to me that we will have few  takers and most will want to spend the 45? dollars on the new gown that they can wear for an hour and then hang in the closet or  donate to the Thrift Store.

I’m going to give this gown to the guidance office at NW and they will know  someone who may need it as graduation nears.  I encourage others to do the same with their old ”shades of many greens” gowns.

Meg

And PLEASE check the internet for much cheaper and cooler invitation ideas. 
Also there are cheaper photographers out there for you senior portraits than the company the school uses which forces youto buy packages you just don’t need.  And as always, try to buy local??  Are there any photographers out there or printers who can compete with these mega merchants?

Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2011 12:58:10 -0500
From: Janis Warren
Subject: Chatham Camera Club

The Chatham Camera Club presents it’s annual special  “Double Exposure” Exhibit – a unique pairing of photography and multiple arts media.  Camera Club members submitted photographs for local artists to interpret in their area of expertise. The result is an interesting exhibit that showcases the wide range of talent in multiple creative fields that exists in our community!

The participating artists/photographers hope you enjoy this unique and expressive exhibit!
 
WHERE:  The Chatham Camera Club Gallery -  229 North Chatham Avenue, Siler City, NC.
 
WHEN:  Third Friday Art Walk in Siler City – November 18, 2011 from 6:00 – 9:00pm
 
The Camera Club Gallery is usually open every 2nd and 4th Saturdays of every month, from 10 am until 2 pm.

Special for the Holidays: The Chatham Camera Club will be open the first 2 Saturdays (10 – 2) in December for your holiday pleasure/shopping!!!

As a very special treat, a remastered film showing Siler City 1939 – 1942 will be presented in the Club’s Gallery, running continuously on a 55″ HDTV.

Please join us for this special showing and enjoy seeing the Siler city of yesteryear!!!!

Happy Holidays from the Chatham Camera Club

Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2011 08:34:28 -0500
From: Joan Underwood
Subject: Courtyard Coffee and Soda Cafe

Stop by Courtyard Coffee on Friday November 18th during the Third Friday ArtWalk and see “Mirrors and Mandalas”, the new show by Janice Rieves opening in the Coffee Shop. Come in, talk to Janice, and have an EggNog Latte to start getting you into the Holiday spirit.  We will also be featuring El Salvador El Carmen coffee, freshly roasted by Joe Van Gogh roasters. We’ll have some brewed and we’ll have it available whole bean for you to brew at home.  Hope to see you Friday!

Joan
Courtyard Coffee and Soda Café
223B N. Chatham Avenue
Siler City, NC  27344
919-663-2152

Date: Sat, 12 Nov 2011 18:44:54 -0500
From: Ellen Bland
Subject: Holiday Dinner Theatre Featuring CCCC Culinary Cuisine

 Experience the amazing food creations of CCCC’s Culinary Program that everyone has been raving about!

Make plans now to attend the 3rd annual dinner theatre performed by Central Carolina Community College Acting students.

Choose your night: Tuesday Dec. 6 or Thursday Dec. 8 at  7:00 p.m.

Chatham Community Library Meeting Room

Six tapas style entrées will be served throughout the evening in an elegant setting.

Enjoy an original “Holiday Whodunit” audience participation comic mystery performed by a diverse cast of actors from CCCC’s Acting I and II classes and featuring guest actor Pam Smith as “Cheatham County’s” richest matron.

Not for children under 12.

$16 tickets include meal, drink, and a 1 hour show with local humor.
Tickets on sale beginning 11/9 at CCCC Pittsboro main office or now at
www.brownpapertickets.com
Limited seating; advanced tickets required.

Date: Sun, 13 Nov 2011 20:20:40 +0000
From: De La Varre, Claire
Subject: Holiday Gift Fair – December 3.

Arts, Crafts & Wellness Holiday Gift Fair

Where:  Studio A Fitness & Wellness, 781 Mt. Carmel Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (near Governor’s Village)

When:    December 3, 2011, 10am – 2pm.

Enjoy spiced apple cider and hot chocolate while you do all your holiday shopping in one place! Free chair massages (head/neck/shoulders) by licensed massage therapists. Featuring local artists, craftspeople, and wellness experts: jewelry, long leaf pine needle baskets, hand-crafted soaps, greetings cards, hand-made scarves, jams, jellies & nut butters, framed and canvas art, mandalas, “Thirty One” bags, CAbi clothing, gift baskets, dog tug toys, cool raffle prizes, gift certificates for pilates, yoga, massage therapy, reflexology, hypnosis, and more…

For more information call Claire 919-636-2781 or Lauren 919-698-9447