Saturday, September 13, 2014 TAG will meet at Progress Park Plaza, 15530 Downey Ave., Paramount, CA. between Somerset and Alondra Blvd’s. Board Meeting at 1:00 P.M. and General meeting and demonstration at 2:00 P.M. Lucille DeThomas will demonstrate for us. Born in Easton, Pennsylvania, Lucille is a intensive, dedicated artist who won her first award… Continue reading Lucille DeThomas to demonstrate for Paramount TAG Sept 13
Author: Downey Arts Coalition
Downey Arts Coalition is a movement of several people, however this website is currently managed and updated by Andrew J Wahlquist.
Downey Avenue Historical Exhibit August 22
Have you ever imagined what Downey Avenue might have looked like forty, seventy, even a hundred years ago? Stay Gallery has partnered with the Downey Historical Society, Downey Museum of Art, Downey Conservancy, and the City of Downey, to host their first historical exhibit based on how this city came to be. “Downey Avenue is becoming… Continue reading Downey Avenue Historical Exhibit August 22
Poetrypalooza hosted by the Green Salon August 23
saturday night art music poetry wine nudity the green salon a monthly gathering of poets writers artists musicians dancers filmmakers and other creative people the fourth saturday evening of the month at casa la reina in downey (los angeles) california 7pm wine and vegan snacks open mic bring something to share bring your books /… Continue reading Poetrypalooza hosted by the Green Salon August 23
Douglas Kearney at Poetry Matters August 14
This edition of POETRY MATTERS will feature Poet/performer/librettist Douglas Kearney. His second, full-length collection of poetry, The Black Automaton (Fence Books, 2009), was Catherine Wagner’s selection for the National Poetry Series. His produced operas include Sucktion, Mordake, and Crescent City. “Where, oh where would we be without the dynamic intelligence and feats of lyric daring… Continue reading Douglas Kearney at Poetry Matters August 14
Southeast LA Artwalk August 2
Other neighboring cities to Downey are starting to catch on, that if we care about our communities and would like to see new opportunities for creative people and artists, that the initiative has to come from the people. SELA Collective has sprung up in the last year with many ideas for Southeast LA, which they’ve… Continue reading Southeast LA Artwalk August 2
Downey Symphony Free Concert in the Park August 6
Wednesday August 6th is the annual tradition of the Downey Symphony Orchestra’s free concert in the park. 7PM at Furman Park in Downey, on Rives Ave south of Florence. Director and conductor Sharon Lavery will lead the orchestra in a number of audience favorites and pops classics. This year’s concert is entitled “The Sounds of… Continue reading Downey Symphony Free Concert in the Park August 6
The Green Salon – Saturday July 26 7PM
Every month poet/artist and Downey native Roy Anthony Shabla hosts a gathering of creative people in his backyard garden, the 4th Saturday. This month features poet Scott Noon Creley, artist Arteaga Sae, and world-renowned spanish guitarist David Holguin will perform. 7PM July 26th at Casa La Reina, as its a private home, for directions email roy@www.downeyarts.org.
Sarah Maclay reads at Poetry Matters July 10
Poetry Matters, the 2nd Thursday of every month at Stay Gallery, is a gathering of Downey’s best poets to share an open mic, and feature a prominent poet from Southern California. Thursday, July 10th features poet Sarah Maclay. An open mic begins at 7:30, with sign-ups beginning at 7. Stay Gallery is located at… Continue reading Sarah Maclay reads at Poetry Matters July 10
Pieces of Her, a new theatre work at Stay Gallery June 28-29
“Pieces of Her” is a collaborative theater piece featuring an ensemble of women focusing on the female experience. This debut project plays June 27 and 28th at Stay Gallery, 8PM. Poetry, Spoken word, monologues, dance, movement, and music serve as storytelling instruments as we touch on everything from love, relationships, body image, sexuality, monumental life… Continue reading Pieces of Her, a new theatre work at Stay Gallery June 28-29
Make Music Downey 2014 Schedule
Make Music Downey is this Saturday, with a hugely diverse group of musical acts, all performing in downtown Downey from 11AM to 6PM. Featuring headline acts such as Las Cafeteras, Chicano Batman, Ceci Bastida, Quitapenas, Salt Petal and more. You can also see your favorite Downey local bands, as well as dedicated musicians from across… Continue reading Make Music Downey 2014 Schedule