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Gallery Spaces
In an effort to develop audiences for the arts and to offer artists opportunities to showcase their work, the Putnam Arts Council manages The Levine Art Gallery within its facility, the Belle Levine Art Center, which has reopened (March 1, 2010) and is fully renovated. See the gallery schedule below for details.
Levine Art Gallery
 Artist: Monya Berg Brown |
 "Taking Off" by Gloria Levy |
 Belle Levine Gallery |
 Hanging the Gallery |
 Visual Arts committee member working on installing a show |
 Visual Arts committee member working on installing a show |
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Last year was full of creative expressions – click here to see the 2009 gallery schedule. |
| 2010 Gallery Schedule | ||
| Jan 16 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
An Evening in the Round with Montgomery Delaney
Singer/songwriter Montgomery Delaney will host a 3 person Songwriters Circle performance including Steve Kirkman and Kelly Flint featuring some home grown Hudson Valley tunes. It is apparent as soon as they start singing why all three performers have strong followings. Plans are for two sets and the debut of several new tunes. Tickets are $15.00 in advance ($18 at the door) and reservations are requested as seating is limited. Contact the Arts Council at 845-278-0230. |
| March 13 - March 28 |
Belle Levine Art Center, Mahopac |
47th Annual Members' Meeting and Exhibit
Saturday, March 13 Members' Meeting: 3:00 pm. Potluck Opening Reception: 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Gallery Hours: Tues - Fri 10-3, Sundays 1-4pm. Free Admission. |
| April 9 - April 23 |
Belle Levine Art Center, Mahopac |
Annual Putnam County High School Student Art Exhibit
Featuring the creative spirit and talents of our area students. Saturday, March 13 Opening Reception: Friday, April 9, 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Bad Weather: Saturday, April 10, 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Gallery Hours: Tues-Fri 10-4; Saturdays & Sundays 1-4pm. Free Admission. |
| May 23 - June 18 |
Belle Levine Art Center, Mahopac |
Evolution
a juried exhibit. Juror: Carinda Swann, a working visual artist with a BFA and an MA in Fine Arts and Theatre Arts is currently the Executive Director at Garrison Art Center. A teaching artist at Marist College for 15 years, she is also the founder of the Summer Art Institute at Garrison Art Center. Awards and opening reception: Sunday, May 23, 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Gallery Hours: Tues - Fri 10-3; Sundays 1-4 or by appointment. |
| June 6 |
Belle Levine Art Center, Mahopac |
Voices of Hope, Benefit - USO Show
$30 general; $25 PAC members & Seniors June 6 at 4:00 pm |
| June 13 – Sept 19 |
Putnam Hospital Center |
Art After 75 Invitational Exhibit
The Putnam Arts Council and Putnam Hospital Center welcome the public to view our Art After 75 Invitational Exhibit celebrating the creative efforts in original Fine Art by working artists 75 and over. Public Reception and Awards: Sunday, June 13, 2:00 - 4:00 pm. |
| Aug 8 - Aug 22 |
Belle Levine Art Center, Mahopac |
Back to School
a show featuring PAC Instructors and their Students. Opening Reception: Sunday, August 8, 2:00 - 4:00 pm. |
| Sept 12 - Sept 26 |
Belle Levine Art Center, Mahopac |
The Photographic Eye resident photography group and The Digital Discussion Group Collaborative Fine Art Photography Exhibit Opening Reception: Sunday, September 12, 1:00 – 4:00 pm. |
| Oct 2 |
Belle Levine Art Center, Mahopac |
Concert & Guitar Workshop:
Keeping the Blues Alive with Spencer Bohren Please visit www.spencerbohren.com. Saturday, October 2 @ the Belle Levine Art Center: Afternoon Guitar Workshop, 2-4 pm @$125 limited enrollment. Evening Concert @ 7:30 - $15 members/ $20 general. |
| Oct 15 - Nov 7 |
Belle Levine Art Center, Mahopac |
Fall Juried Show
Juror for selection and awards is Ed Smith, a working artist whose work is included in many public and private collections; he holds an MFA from Columbia and a BFA from Pratt and is currently the Gallery Director and an Associate Professor of Art at Marist College in Poughkeepsie, NY. Delivery of artwork from October 3 through October 8. Opening Reception: Friday, October 15, 6:00 - 8:00 pm. |
| Nov 27 - Dec 12 |
Belle Levine Art Center, Mahopac |
Arts & Crafts Sale |
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MORE TO COME AS DATES ARE SET Please note that the Gallery Schedule is subject to change. |
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| 2009 Gallery Schedule | ||
| January |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Galleries Dark (No Show) |
| February |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Galleries Dark (No Show) |
| March 7 - March 27 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
46 th Annual Putnam Arts Council Members' Show
Saturday, March 7: Members’ Meeting: 12:30-2pm. Pot Luck Opening Reception: 2-5pm. Gallery hours: Sundays 1-4, each Sunday during the show (March 8, 15 & 22). Free Admission |
| April 17 - May 3 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
36thAnnual Putnam County High School Student Art Show
featuring artwork of area high school students. Opening Reception: Friday, April 17, 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Inclement Weather Reception Date: Saturday, April 18, 2:00 – 4:00 pm. Gallery hours: Tuesday – Friday from 10-3, Saturdays & Sundays during show, from 1-4. Free Admission. |
| April 20 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Spring session of classes in the arts for children and adults begins at Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster. |
| May 2 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
In the Key of Vee
Vesta Williams is a vocalist with "In the Key of Vee", her backup band ranging from trio to sextet. She presents mainly jazz standards - Ella, Sarah, Carmen and Nancy are her favored vocal influences with a splash of contemporary songs from Joni Mitchell to Stevie Wonder. Presented in partnership with Southeast Musem. Saturday, May 2, 7:00 pm. Admission: $5. |
| May 9 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Wine Tasting & Silent Auction Benefit
Saturday, May 9, 5:00 pm. Admission: $25/$20 members. |
| May 11 - May 30 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
An Artistic Discovery – John Hall’s Congressional District School Show
Opening Reception: Monday, May 11, 7:00 - 8:30 pm. |
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June 13 Postponed |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Thomas Paine and the Flame of Revolution by Dr. J. Ward Regan
Lecture in cooperation with Southeast Museum. Saturday, June 13, 2:00 pm. Postponed |
| June 14 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
DRAWING REVEALED – Artists in Conversation
A documentary video which was produced in conjunction with an exhibit in early 2008 at the Garrison Art Center. Following the film there will be a discussion led by Jaanika Perna and several of the artists featured in the film. Free admission. |
| June 20 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
LIVE CONTEMPORARY MUSIC featuring Montgomery Delaney and Marc
Von Em
An evening of acoustic guitar and great vocals featuring two well-known and accomplished singer-songwriters from the region. Suggested donation: $20; $15 PAC Members, Seniors and Full- time Students. Saturday, June 20, 8:00 pm. |
| June 29 - July 23 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Express Yourself Summer Creative Arts Program at Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster for kids 6-13. Check website for details and prices. |
| June 29 - August 8 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Summer Classes in the Arts for Adults & Teens, at Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster. |
| July |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Summer Creative Arts Program Exhibit |
| August 2 - August 23 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
17th Annual Art After 75 Exhibit
An exhibit featuring the creative expressions of artist 75 and older to be presented at the Lodge at Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster, Main Gallery. Closing Reception: Sunday, August 23, 3:00 - 5:00 pm. Also on exhibit in the Library Gallery: Artists on Location, featuring work created on site in Autumn 2008. |
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August 8 Postponed |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Concert featuring Rex Fowler and Montgomery Delaney
Pricing details to be announced. |
| August 15 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
The Putnam Arts Council's Independent Film Series presents Arranged a tender tale about two female public school teachers who develop a friendship that transcends their insular Brooklyn communities and the cultures that seem so at odds in the broader world. Winner of Best Film in Brooklyn International Film Festival. www.arrangedthemovie.com Saturday, August 15, 7:00 pm. Free admission. |
| August 24 - August 28 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Adult Classes in the Arts
including one week painting intensive. |
| Sept 13 - Oct 2 |
Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Art & Nature
The Photographic Eye, Main Gallery & Digital Group Show, Library Gallery. |
| Sept 18 - Sept 19 |
Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Brewster/Carmel Garden Club Show
on display on the floor in both galleries. Free Admission. Friday, September 18, 1:00 - 4:00 pm. Saturday, September 19, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. |
| Sept 20 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
The Putnam Arts Council's Independent Film Series presents Constitution Island: American Landmark a documentary on the history of Constitution Island with writer and presenter Richard de Koster. Sunday, September 20, noon. Free admission. |
| Beginning the week of Sept 21 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Fall Classes in the Arts at Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster. |
| Oct 17 - Nov 6 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
47th Annual Juried Fine Arts Show
Original fine art (including photography) completed within the past 3 years and not previously exhibited with the Putnam Arts Council. Exhibited in both Galleries. Juror of selection and Awards: Neil Watson, Executor Director, Katonah Museum of Art and Rae Smith, professional artist (pastels, oils) and instructor at Katonah Art Center. Opening Reception: Saturday, October 17, 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Gallery hours: Tues-Fri 10-3, Sunday 1-4. Free Admission. |
| Oct 24 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
The Putnam Arts Council's Independent Film Series presents Who Does She Think She Is a film about the struggle women artists face in balancing family, work and their need to create. Directed by Pamela Tanner Boll (Born into Brothels). Saturday, October 24, 7:00 pm. Free admission. |
| November |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
Gallery Dark (prep for Craft Sale) |
| Nov 15 |
The Lodge @ Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
The Putnam Arts Council's Independent Film Series presents Sand and Sorrow a documentary film about Darfur by Paul Freedman, produced and narrated by George Clooney. The film features an exclusive look deep inside Darfur and into the heart of the crisis as viewed by human rights activist John Prendergast, Harvard University professor Samantha Power and New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof. Sunday, November 15, 4:30 pm. Free admission. |
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Dec 5 - Dec 20 |
Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster |
15th
Annual Invitational Holiday Craft & Gift Sale
Sale hours: Tuesday - Sunday noon - 5 Closed Mondays PAC member Preview: Friday, December 4, 6-8pm. |
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Voices of Hope, Benefit
USO Show at Belle Levine Art Center |
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On the anniversary of D-Day, we are performing a series
of songs made
popular during WWII and which would have been heard at
the USO during the war. Songs such as: Boogie, Woogie
Bugle Boy, White Cliffs of Dover, Nightingale Sang in
Barclays Square, It's Only a Paper Moon, It had to be
You and so many other wonderful songs.
Performed by Marty Posner, Craig Brown, Leo Brown, Eileen Olifers, Kirsten Edlund, Joseph (Rocky) Colavito, Sherrie House and Sue Yanarella (Pianist). $30 general; $25 PAC members & Seniors Sunday, June 6 at 4:00 pm |
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June 13 - Sept 19, 2010:
The Putnam Arts Council and Putnam Hospital Center |
A BACK 2 SCHOOL SHOW @ BELLE LEVINE ART CENTER
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PAC is a not-for-profit cultural service
organization that supports the work of artists
and promotes cultural enrichment activities for
individuals throughout the region. PAC is
supported, in part, with public funds from the
New York State Council on the Arts, a State
Agency, and with public funds from Putnam County.
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