According to a recent newsletter email from councilman Mario Guerra, work has been completed on a few of Downey’s new mural projects. This is one of the utility boxes near the city library. Here is what the Avenue Theatre has been restored to. Guerra writes, This was just completed in the past few days as… Continue reading Painting the Town
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 Symphony Concert in the Park Tonight
Tonight at Furman Park is a free concert “Pops in the Park” put on by the Downey Symphony directed by Sharon Lavery. 7PM, but get there early because you may have to park a ways and walk in. This is a great opportunity to support local music, not many cities can brag that they have… Continue reading Downey Symphony Concert in the Park Tonight
DAC Presents “Art on the Vine” August 6th
The Downey Arts Coalition is involved in our first grassroots local art exhibition, come join us August 6th for “Art on the Vine” at Mari’s Wine Bar in Downey. Saturday, August 6,2011, starting at 6:30pm. will be the opening reception for a night of art, music and wine. Featuring artists from the local community displaying… Continue reading DAC Presents “Art on the Vine” August 6th
Painting the Avenue Theatre
Viva Panama Organization 20th Anniversary
The Viva Panama Organization holds it’s 20th Anniversary celebration at the Downey Civic Theatre, Saturday, August 20, 2011 7:00PM to 9:00PM For two decades the group has been sharing the culture of Panama with the multicultural population of southern California. The performance features a Gala displaying a showcase of traditional dances by Ballet Folklorico Viva Panama and… Continue reading Viva Panama Organization 20th Anniversary
Downey Arts Meeting July 30th at Granata’s
The next Downey Arts Coalition meeting is Saturday July 30th, 12:30 PM at Granata’s Italian Villa on Downey Avenue. Have a passion for the visual and performing arts, and want to see great things happen here in our local community? We could use your leadership and involvement.
Downey takes a stab at a Public Art Project
This Tuesday’s city council meeting includes an interesting proposal, the city would like to hire self-described “Traffic and Civil Engineering” firm Hartzog & Crabill Inc. for a couple art projects around the city. The proposal spends $17700 of the city’s Art in Public Places fund for two projects, both of which say something about… Continue reading Downey takes a stab at a Public Art Project
Luau to benefit Downey Symphony Guild
How about going to a big summer birthday party where a gift isn’t even required? Well, it’s Tuesday, July 12, at 6 p.m. and it is not only the Downey Symphony Guild’s birthday, it’s a luau and a serious barbecue at the Rio Hondo Event Center. All you need to bring is yourself ready for… Continue reading Luau to benefit Downey Symphony Guild
Historical Downey Museum of Art Photos
George Redfox has posted a small gallery of historical photos over at his Downey Conservancy Flickr Stream. The building is described as this: Located in the center of Furman Park, Downey Museum of Art is a show place for developing professional artists, and for the best of the community’s amateurs. It has a permanent collection… Continue reading Historical Downey Museum of Art Photos
Local Art @ Mari’s Wine Bar, August 6
Announcing the launch of a new venue for local art, a partnership between the Downey Arts Coalition and Mari’s Wine Bar at 8222 Firestone Blvd in Downey. We hope to bring you monthly exhibitions of local artists in a wide variety of styles. Featuring the work of local artists Carolina Del Toro, Jorge Del Toro,… Continue reading Local Art @ Mari’s Wine Bar, August 6