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Melvin Project: Downey Arts Edition

At our Artist Workshop with Mike Ferguson he passed out a special “Melvin Project” drawing he made specifically for the Downey Arts Coalition.  Mike offers a drawing for the community to finish with their own colors in any way they see fit.  A winner is chosen at random to receive a special gift.   And… Continue reading Melvin Project: Downey Arts Edition

Third Thursdays Poetry Matters presents Zaida Ramos July 18, 2013

Third Thursday Poetry Matters on July 18, 2013 at the Epic Lounge. Epic Lounge    8239 2nd. St.   Downey   90231 Free admission and parking. Door entrance next to parking lot. Third  Thursday Poetry Series curated by Lorine Parks       lorineparks@verizon.net Doors  open at 7, open mic starts at 7:30 pm. Bring  printed copy for poem to be… Continue reading Third Thursdays Poetry Matters presents Zaida Ramos July 18, 2013

Mitchell de Jarnett: How Public Art Ruined My Life – June 25

The “View from the Edge” lecture series on modern art welcomes designer and public artist Mitchell de Jarnett to a free lecture this Thursday, “How Public Art Ruined My Life.”  6:30PM at the Downey City Library (11121 Brookshire Ave, 90241). Downey has had a rocky relationship with its 7-year-old “Arts in Public Places” ordinance, which has… Continue reading Mitchell de Jarnett: How Public Art Ruined My Life – June 25

Artist Workshop at Golden Park June 25, 2013 – Mike Ferguson

DAC Artist Workshop presents Mike Ferguson at Golden Park on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at 7:00 PM. Golden Park,   8840 Golden Ave.,  Downey, CA  90242 Born and raised in Southern California, Mike is an emerging artist with a unique style and a love for the absurd that truly sets his work apart. His art is… Continue reading Artist Workshop at Golden Park June 25, 2013 – Mike Ferguson

Mitchell De Jarnett lecture June 27, 2013 at Downey City Library

“How Public Art Ruined My Life” presented by View From The Edge. View From The Edge is a lecture series bringing life to modern art with important voices of the local arts community.  Thursday June 27, we present Mitchell De Jarnett. Mitchell De Jarnett graduated from the California State University, Long Beach School of Fine… Continue reading Mitchell De Jarnett lecture June 27, 2013 at Downey City Library

The Green Salon/Summer Solstice – June 22

Poetry, art, dance, music, film ~ and conversation at Casa La Reina on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at 7:00 PM. Poet:  Scoot Noon Creely Musician: Andrew Quinones Artist: Terry Walker Bring something to share: poetry, art, wine, vegan snacks, nudity… Curated by Roy Anthony Shabla. the fourth Sunday of every month in the garden. email… Continue reading The Green Salon/Summer Solstice – June 22

“The Americans” perform @ The Epic Lounge June 22, 2013

“The Americans” perform at the Epic Lounge in Downey on Saturday June 22, 2013 at 9:00 PM with special guest, “L.A. Blues Project.” The Epic Lounge, 8239 2nd. St., Downey, CA 90241 Catch 22 Productions        www.fb.com/catch22pro $10 ticket price.  www.brownpapertickets.com/profile/309031 www.downeyarts.org  

Third Thursdays Poetry Matters – Conney Williams – June 20, 2013

RIVES  MANSION   10933 Paramount  Boulevard at ThIrd Street.    Enter by driveway on Paramount.   Ample parking.   Free admission. Optional hot meal with  soda for $11 donation. Third  Thursday Poetry Series curated by Lorine Parks       lorineparks@verizon.net Doors  open at 7, open mike starts at 7:30. Bring  printed copy for poem to be eligible to be chosen to… Continue reading Third Thursdays Poetry Matters – Conney Williams – June 20, 2013