Arts Calendar

Auditions

“No, No, Nanette” – Spokane Civic Theatre will host auditions Dec. 15-16, 6:30 p.m., at 1020 N. Howard St. Participants will be expected to perform a musical number from another show, not to exceed one minute in length, in addition to cold readings from the script. Performances will be Feb. 20-March 15. Call (509) 325-1413 or visit www.SpokaneCivicTheatre.com.

Christians Night Out – Christian vocalists, dancers, mimes and comedians needed for upcoming performances in Spokane. Call (509) 342-6446 or e-mail cnospokane@yahoo.com.

Classes and workshops

Watercolor Greeting Card Class – For participants 14 years and older, Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon, at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn, Uniontown, Wash. Each student will make four mini watercolor paintings for greeting cards. Cost: $20, includes materials. Students may bring a blow dryer if they have one, and their own greeting stamps. Register by calling (509) 229-3414 or online at www.ArtisanBarn.org.

Beginning Watercolor Class – Two-day class for beginners taught by Coeur d’Alene artist Wes Hanson, Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn, Uniontown, Wash. Cost: $100, includes instructional displays and handouts; each student provides own materials. Call (509) 229-3414 or register online at www.ArtisanBarn.org.

American and Cultural Folk Dance Instruction – Offered by Silver Spurs Folk Dancers, for children ages 9-18. Classes are Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. for grades 3-6; Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. and Saturdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. for grades 7-12, at the Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. Participants should wear comfortable, layered clothing and shoes. Class members will dance at the Fall Folk Festival, Nov. 8, and First Night Spokane, Dec. 31. Call (509) 533-9966 or visit www.silverspursyouthfolkdancers.org to register or for more information.

Corbin Art Center Classes – Classes are held at the center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. Pregistration is required. Felted Tote for Beginners – Saturday and Nov. 8, 2-4 p.m., $27. Call (509) 625-6677 for more information; call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org to register.

Watercolor Landscapes – Two-day class for adults to learn how to paint expressive watercolor landscapes, taught by Coeur d’Alene artist Wes Hanson, Nov. 8-9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn, Uniontown, Wash. Cost: $100; each student brings their own materials. Call (509) 229-3414 or register online at www.ArtisanBarn.org.

Arts Alliance Fall Classes – Now enrolling for classes beginning Nov. 10. Youth Classes – Drama for Homeschoolers, ages 7-9. Mondays, 12:30-2 p.m., Nov. 10-Dec. 15, and ages 10-12, Tuesdays, 12:30-2 p.m., Nov. 11-Dec. 16, both $35; Cooking From Scratch, ages 10-14, Mondays, 3:30-5 p.m., Nov. 10-Dec. 15, $35; Children’s Choir, ages 6-10, Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m., Nov. 12-Dec. 17, $35; Drawing Techniques, ages 8-13, Wednesdays, 3:30-5 p.m., Nov. 12-Dec. 17, $35; Wool Felt Handcrafting, ages 6 and older, Thursdays, 3:30-5 p.m., Nov. 13-Dec. 18, $35. Adult Classes – For ages 17 and over; Handbuilding Ceramic Vessels, Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon, Nov. 10-Dec. 15, $110 ($99/members); Continuing Pottery Wheel (studio pass included), Mondays, 6-8 p.m., Nov. 10-Dec. 15, $195 ($175.50); Jewelry Silversmithing, Mondays, 6-8:30 p.m., Nov. 10-Dec. 15, $195 ($175.50); Watercolor Painting, Tuesdays, 6-8:30 p.m., Nov. 11-Dec. 15, $195 ($90); Beginning Drawing Techniques, Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m., Nov. 12-Dec. 17, $90 ($81); Exploring Acrylics, Thursdays, 12:30-3 p.m., Nov. 13-Dec. 18, $100 ($90); Handmade Waldorf Dolls, Thursdays, 6-8:30 p.m., Nov. 13-Dec. 18, $100 ($90); Pottery Wheel Basics, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m.-noon, Nov. 11-Dec. 18, $195 ($175.50); Beginning Stained Glass, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Nov. 15-Dec. 20, $110 ($99); Advanced Stained Glass, Saturdays, 1-3:30 p.m., Nov. 15-Dec. 20, at Skeleton Key Art Glass, 1223 Michigan St., $125 ($112.50). All classes are at The Studio, 308 6th Ave., unless otherwise noted. Call (208) 265-4303, visit www.artsalliance.info/classes.shtml or e-mail artsalliance@sandpoint.net.

Fun With The Brush – Sumi-e and Japanese calligraphy classes, session begins Nov. 13, continues Thursdays through Dec. 18, 10 a.m.-noon at Spokane Art Supply, 1303 N. Monroe St.; and 5:30-7 p.m. at Spokane Art Supply, 14401 E. Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley. Cost: $60 in advance or $15 per class. Registration forms available at both Spokane Art Supply stores. Call (509) 327-6622 or (509) 892-0353.

Side Steps Jump Rope Team – Deborah’s Jump Rope Academy, 2727 N. Madelia St., Suite 5, is offering training classes through Nov. 18, followed by auditions Nov. 25. Cost: $65. Call (509) 869-3018 to register and for more information.

Drawing and Painting Classes – Ongoing classes offered by The Inland Northwest Drawing School, for children, teens and adults. Cost is $60-$80 per month, and includes supplies. Call (509) 230-1880 or visit www.indrawschool.com.

Private Art Lessons – Personal instruction with local artist including watercolor, acrylic, oil, pastel, pencil, pen/ink and scratch board. Cost: $15 per two and half-hour class. Call Sheila Bledsoe for more information, (208) 773-1387 or (208) 755-6213.

Meetings

Idaho Writers League – Coeur d’Alene Chapter – Group of writers of all genres, ages teens through seniors, meets semi-monthly to exchange ideas, learn through workshops how to improve their craft, and provide support. Meets the second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m.-noon, at Jewett House, 1501 Lakeshore Drive, Coeur d’Alene; and the third Thursday, 6:30-9:30 p.m., at the Lutheran Church of the Master, 4800 N. Ramsey Road. Visitors are welcome. Call (208) 762-0976 for more information.

Riverridge Art Association – New members welcome. Meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of each month at Spokane Art Supply, 1303 N. Monroe St. Call (509) 924-4571.

Call for artists

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn third annual Holiday Gala – Seeking artwork in a wide variety of media to sell at the annual event, scheduled for Dec. 6. E-mail info@artisanbarn.org, visit www.artisanbarn.org, or call (509) 229-3414 for an application or for more information.

War on Want – Art exhibit to benefit Volunteers of America and Union Gospel Mission, beginning Monday through Nov. 25 at Spokane Falls Community College. Limited to one donated submission per artist; canvas must measure 8-by-10 inches (available at cost at Spokane Art Supply). Call Tom O’Day at (509) 533-3746.

Japan Week 2009 Flyer – The Japanese Cultural Center at Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute is accepting designs for this year’s flyer. Designs can be any Japanese theme and must be two colors only: black and another color of the artist’s choice. Artwork must be submitted by Nov. 28 to The Japanese Cultural Center, Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute, 4000 W. Randolph Road, Spokane, WA 99224. Winning artist will receive $100. Call (509) 328-2971 or e-mail jcc@mfwi.org.

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn – Seeking visual and performing artists and musicians who are looking for studio space and/or are interested in teaching classes at the Uniontown, Wash., facility. “Open Studio” is held the fourth Saturday of the month, 1-4 p.m., for ages 16 and older; free, artists bring their own supplies and work individually. Call (509) 229-3655, e-mail info@artisanbarn.org or visit www.artisanbarn.org.

On Sacred Grounds Art and Book Gallery – Seeking visual artists for gallery showings in December, February and April at 12212 E. Palouse Highway, Valleyford. Work in any medium is welcome. Call Elaine at (509) 747-6294 to schedule an appointment; be prepared to bring a CD of work or current portfolio. New artists also welcome.

Community-Minded Television – Seeking submissions of visual art and original music for broadcast on Comcast community cable channel 14. All contributors will be credited. Deliver digital files on CDs or DVDs to Community-Minded Enterprises, 25 W. Main Ave.; no e-mailed materials accepted. Contact Jill Johnson at (509) 444-3381 or jillj@community-minded.org.

Northwest Artist Cooperative – The gallery is seeking new members in various categories, including oil, acrylic, pastel, sculpture, and stained and blown glass. Guest artists and new members are needed for innovative 3-D work. Call Denise at (208) 664-2145 or visit www.nwartists.net for more information.

Art Works Gallery – The cooperative gallery in Sandpoint is seeking new artist members. Call (208) 263-2642.

Colville Arts Foundation – Artists and crafters are needed to provide work for display at Colville City Hall and the Colville Chamber of Commerce. Artists must install their own exhibit and no commissions are taken. Call (509) 684-3002.

Pottery Place Plus – Artisans’ retail cooperative seeking applications for guest artists and new members. Call Jan at (509) 220-5706 or Nan at (509) 710-0362.

Call for volunteers

Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture – Seeking volunteers to assist as museum tour guides; requirements include an enjoyment of children, flexibility, and a commitment of nine to 12 hours per month during the academic year. Full training and staff support provided. Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. Contact David Brum at (509) 363-5324 or davidb@northwestmuseum.org.

Call for writers

Lost Horse Press – Seeking submissions of poetry by and for those who have undergone violations of human rights as well as poetry that presents a larger vision of human rights. Send no more than three poems to: Human Rights Anthology, Lost Horse Press, 105 Lost Horse Lane, Sandpoint, ID 83864. Submissions must be postmarked by Jan. 30, 2009, and should include a self-addressed, stamped envelope and a cover letter. Call (208) 255-4410, e-mail losthorsepress@mindspring.com, or visit www.losthorsepress.org.

Crime/Mystery Stories – Dark City Books is seeking crime and mystery stories set in Spokane for a 2009 publication. Stories should be 1,000 to 10,000 words. Submissions can be mailed to Dark City Books, 1314 S. Grand Blvd., Suite 2-120, Spokane, WA 99202, or e-mailed to darkcitybooks@darkcitybooks.com.

Call for volunteers

Colville Valley Performing Arts Association – Volunteers are needed to book acts, schedule artists and negotiate fees. Call Karen at (509) 684-5687.