Memory ArtWalk - September 9, 2010

ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION -NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS CHAPTER SPONSORS MEMORY ART WALK IN DOWNTOWN ABILENE

Abilene, TX - The Alzheimer's Association -North Central Texas Chapter will sponsor the September 9th ArtWalk coordinated by The Center for Contemporary Arts, to be called "Memory ArtWalk" in recognition of the role memory plays in art and as a tribute to the millions of people with memory loss. ArtWalk takes place Thursday, September 9, from 5 to 8:30 pm in downtown Abilene. From ancient times to the present, artists, philosophers, and poets have been fascinated by memory and how it shapes who we are as human beings. In Greek mythology, Memory (Mnemosyne) is the mother of the Muses, the nine goddesses who inspire all forms of art and knowledge. For more information about Alzheimer's disease, Memory Walk or Memories in the Making®, call the Alzheimer's Association at 800-272-3900 or visit www.alz.org/northcentraltexas. The mission of the Alzheimer's Association is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. A small exhibition of paintings from Memories in the Making®, an art program for people with dementia developed by the Alzheimer's Association, will be on view at

The Center for Contemporary Arts on the evening of September 9th. The exhibition includes paintings by artists at Windcrest Alzheimer's Care Center in Abilene, as well as at other long term care communities throughout North Central Texas that host Memories in the Making.®

The Grace:

[First and Second Floor Art Galleries will be closed.]

History Gallery | Third Floor | Tools for Modern Living: Treasures from the History Vault -See once-prized possessions of thoroughly modern Abilenians, dating from the late 1800s through the 1960s--everything from radios, telephones and kitchen appliances to cameras, medical equipment and typewriters.

Wright Photography Gallery | Third Floor | Alice's Garden: Flower Portraits by Alice Wright, a Texas Flora exhibition

Education Center | Third Floor | Join The Grace for a fun Make 'n' Take activity for children and their families.

The 12th Armored Division Living History Program will present a briefing on The Sidearms of World War II at 7:30 pm in the Auditorium of the 12th Armored Division Memorial Museum. The briefing will allow visitors to see, handle and learn the history & significance of the handguns used by both Allied and Axis nations during the Second World war.

The Center:

The Alzheimer's Association -North Central Texas Chapter will sponsor the September ArtWalk, to be called "Memory ArtWalk" in recognition of the role memory plays in art and as tribute to those with memory loss.

3-D Gallery Outdoor Sculpture

Photo Gallery:David Leeson: Creative Alchemy - The Self Portraits of David Leeson

Breed Gallery:"Linda³" -Linda Fawcett, Linda Murray, Linda Stricklin: Open Sept 6- Close October 28th

Gallery 3: "Reunion Sculpture Exhibition: 30 Years Revisited" -30th Outdoor Sculpture Reunion: Open Sept 6th - Close October 28th

Gallery 4: "The Porcelain Reformation" Ginger Geyer: Open Sept 6th - Close October 28th

NCCIL

Golden Kite Golden Dreams

Cockerell Galleries & Studios

Featured Artist: Brother and Sister artist team, Ralph M. Zamarippa IV (11), and Jessie N. Zamarippa (8), will be opening their show with a reception in Studio 214.

Guest Artist: "A Study in Color", by Photographer Jeff Womack.

Cockerell Studios UPSTAIRS

Studio 203 ~ Raze de Lumina

Studio 204 ~ Abidesco ~ Graphic Design Co.

Studio 205 ~ Jessica Natalee Templeton

Studio 206 ~ Last Studio Left!!

Willow Art School by Nancy Capra

Yoga Classes

Studio 207 ~ T.M.Gand ~ TMGandFineArt.com

Studio 208 ~ T.M.Gand and more!!

Studio 210 ~ Tamberley Thomas Art

Studio 212 ~ GANDRwebdesign.com

Studio 213 ~ Art by Susan Conwell Lila's Journey

Studio 214 ~ Studio Two-One-Two: Ralph III, DeeDee, Ralph IV, Jessie, Adelina Zamarippa

Studio 215 ~ Bab's Bling ~ Women 's Boutique/Back to School Specials

IN FRONT of Cockerell Galleries & Studios

Back by popular demand! LIVE music by Happy Fat!

Award winning wood whittling by Dennis Regan!

Live pottery demos by Marion Ivey!

Recyclable art by Fran Hilliard!

Bright, funky jewelry, handmade jewelry by Rebecca and Kendra!

Please visit our website at www.cockerellgalleries.com for upcoming show dates and openings.

Frontier Texas! will continue to offer our same "ArtWalk Discount" and be open until 6:00pm.

Main Library:

Thursday, September 9, 2010 ArtWalk @ your Library: Main Library, 5-7:30 p.m.

The Abilene Geological Society will be displaying nature's artwork with a showing of ancient or fossil reefs from the sea. Members of the Society will be on hand to talk about the display and the Society. Don't forget the library's own original mural by Abilene artist Debra Warr in the children's storyroom. Free.

Thursday, September 9, 2010 - Hooked! Crochet Club :Main Library Auditorium, 6:30 p.m.

If you're 'hooked' on crochet and want to swap ideas and patterns with other addicts, the Abilene Public Library is the place to be on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Librarian Ann Mount will host everyone, from beginners to experts as the group shares projects and expertise. Bring your own yarn and crochet hooks and the group will go over basic stitches, crochet techniques and do different crochet projects together. Free.

To put on ArtWalk calendar: Jay Moore's History in Plain Sight Series and Abilene Preservation League present: Wooten - An Abilene Life The premier of this film will begin at 7pm with a reception at the Wooten Hotel lobby immediately following. No charge for film.

Remember to bring your dreams to visit Dream On! dream interpreters in front of Busch Jewelers. We'll do our best to interpret your dreams or tattoos, or give encouraging words. See www.DestinyDreamz.com for more information.

The Abilene Community Theatre will participate in Art-Walk with the Center for Contemporary Arts. Our musical "Smoke on the Mountain" premieres September 16, so our activities will revolve around the show.

MMMDR is a non-profit organization selling T-shirts & hand-made purses to buy prosthetic legs for Haitians and also purses to aid women and their families in Mozambique, Africa. Our mission is medical, our motive is faith.

Amanda Pettit of Henna Abilene will be doing Henna tattoos. Visit her website for more information. www.hennaabilene.com

The Abilene Zoo will display their child's electric Zoo Safari Jeep at Art Walk in September.The Zoo Safari Jeep is an incentive item offered for new and renewing purchases of Zoo memberships. The program began August 1 and will end on September 30, 2010 in a drawing to be held at the Zoo. A variety of memberships are available to fit everyone and gives the members a wonderful year round venue to visit the animals and nature. Always changing ... never the same!

2010 ArtWalk sponsors include:
Abilene Downtown Association, Arrow Ford, Abilene Regional Airport, Big Tex Solutions, Lawrence Hall - Abilene, Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness, Mike Dunnahoo's Star Dodge-Hyundai, Minuteman Press, Philpott Florist/Greenhouses, RED3 Productions, Inc., Susan Stroud at MorganStanley SmithBarney, The Park People and Abilene Christian University

ArtWalk, a major program of the Center for Contemporary Arts, is supported by: Abilene Cultural Affairs Council: the City of Abilene, Taylor County, and the Downtown Revitalization Program of the Tax Increment Finance District, Mrs. T.C.Campbell, GAP Radio, Abilene Reporter-News, the Dodge Jones Foundation and the Texas Commission on the Arts.

To find out how you can participate in ArtWalk, contact the Center at 325-677-8389 or nicole@center-arts.com.