We are a community group for artists and arts advocates who want to make a difference in our city for the arts. Join us for our year-end membership meeting, where we’ll celebrate what was accomplished in 2017 and share ideas and goals for the future. We will be electing a board of directors for 2018,… Continue reading Downey Arts Coalition Year-End Membership Meeting
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‘Czech Please’ Downey Symphony Concert Oct 21
The Downey Symphonic Society is pleased to present “Czech Please!” the fall concert for the Downey Symphony Orchestra, on Saturday October 21, 2017. The evening begins with the opening of a new Downey Arts Coalition group art show, “Music: The Art of Sound,” doors opening at 6:30PM. A Pre-concert lecture with Music Director Sharon Lavery… Continue reading ‘Czech Please’ Downey Symphony Concert Oct 21
GlennFest Film Festival Free Screenings Oct 1-7 2017
GlennFest, a weeklong film festival that has been hosted in Downey since 2012, will take place from October 1 through October 7 this year, showcasing several films at the Epic Lounge (8239 2nd St. Downey) and Downey Civic Theatre (8435 Firestone Blvd, Downey) All Screenings are free. For more information visit www.glennfest.com October 1 -SUNU 2… Continue reading GlennFest Film Festival Free Screenings Oct 1-7 2017
Call to Artists, Music: The Art of Sound Oct 21
Downey Arts Coalition is once again sponsoring a group art show with the Downey Symphony Orchestra for their fall concert on October 21. The theme is “Music: The Art of Sound.” We are seeking submissions for all medias and mixed medias, self-contained, all sizes. Selected artists will be featured in the Symphony concert program, with… Continue reading Call to Artists, Music: The Art of Sound Oct 21
Downey Symphony Mi Hacienda Garden Party Sept 24
It’s not a time for a Siesta, but for a Gran Fiesta You Are Cordially Invited to Mi Hacienda Garden Party Benefitting the Downey Symphony Orchestra & Music in the Schools ProgramsCome Join Us for a Gran Fiesta celebrating the 2017-2018 Concert SeasonSunday, September 24, 2017 3pm – 7pm (cocktail 3-4pm), $75 per personRio Hondo… Continue reading Downey Symphony Mi Hacienda Garden Party Sept 24
OuterRimCon: Presented by the Aerospace Legacy Foundation
On Saturday, October 7 & Sunday, October 8, 2017 Aerospace Legacy Foundation presents OuteRimCon. Come join us. Visit the OuterRimCon Web Site Columbia Memorial Space Center 12400 Columbia Way Downey, CA 90242 Hours: Saturday, 10a – 5p Sunday, 10a – 3p About Us: Aerospace Legacy Foundation is a community based 501(c)(3) organization from Downey, California;… Continue reading OuterRimCon: Presented by the Aerospace Legacy Foundation
5th Annual Dia de Los Muertos Art Festival Oct 29
Art, Culture & Tradition The Annual Downey Dia de Los Muertos Art Festival is back for its 5th year on Sunday, Oct 29th, 2017, downtown Downey, in and around the Downey Theatre, 8435 Firestone Blvd. The event is free, and so is the parking. The festival opens at 11:00 am with introductions from the Mayor and City… Continue reading 5th Annual Dia de Los Muertos Art Festival Oct 29
Green Salon Short Film Festival Saturday August 26
The Green Salon Short Film Festival returns Saturday August 26 with new shorts by local filmmakers. The outdoor event begins at 7PM, films begin approximately at 8PM. Host Roy Anthony Shabla welcomes everyone to this free event at his Studio GalleRoy, 11210 Greenstone Ave, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670.
Havana Nights Rooftop Concert August 31
August 31, 7pm Rooftop Public Parking Structure 2nd St. and New St., Downey La Charanga Cubana will feature at the as the performing artist for the Cuban-themed rooftop concert hosted by the City of Downey. There will be cuban vendors and food, arts and crafts, a beer and wine garden, and a DAC hosted art exhibition.… Continue reading Havana Nights Rooftop Concert August 31
Photos from Defying Gravity
Thanks to our amazing cast of Defying Gravity, which performed 8 shows at the Columbia Memorial Space Center. Also we want to thank our sponsors who really made this show possible, and the audience for their generosity and enthusiasm. Enjoy some photos from the show.