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Issue No. 12 February  2011
Greetings!
This year marks the 65th anniversary of Christina Cultural Arts Center as a Wilmington Arts Institution and as one of the cornerstones of culture, performance and education in the First State.

As we look back and embrace our historical accomplishments, we must also look forward, with dedication and hope, to what lies ahead for CCAC: expanding our reach to broader audiences; breaking new ground in community partnerships; answering the needs of artists, students and teachers; leading the charge toward positive community-building; making a critical difference in the lives of all our Wilmington and Delaware neighbors.

We hope you will celebrate this milestone anniversary with us, by joining in the quest for community excellence spurred through the Arts!

 

Peace and Blessings,
H. Raye Jones Avery, Executive Director
Christina Cultural Arts Center Inc.
CCAC & UD Partner in Poetry Event 

The Requited DistanceIn celebration of Black History Month and sponsored by the Department of Black American Studies at University of Delaware

Join us on February 18 to experience the artistry of Delaware native Rachel Eliza Griffiths, as she reads from her latest collection of poetry, The Requited Distance. For more information, call the University of Delaware Department of Black American Studies at 302.831.2897. Seating is limited; RSVP by Thursday, February 17.

Friday, February 18, 6:00pm 

CCAC Clifford Brown Performance Center, 2nd Floor 

Ring exterior buzzer for building access

Free Public Event 


Rachel Eliza GriffithsRachel Eliza Griffiths is a poet, painter, and photographer. She is the author of Miracle Arrhythmia (Willow Books) and her poetry and/or visual work has appeared in Callaloo, Crab Orchard Review, Mosaic, Poetry Society of America, Indiana Review, and others. Currently, she teaches at Sarah Lawrence College. Griffiths is one of eight emerging young women poets featured in the March issue of Oprah's magazine, O. The issue will be dedicated to poetry in celebration of National Poetry Month. Please visit www.racheleliza-griffiths.com.

Clifford Brown Year-Round Jazz Series Featuring John Blake, Jr.

with Fruits of the Spirit, A Christina Cultural Arts Center Ensemble 

Made possible by the Grand Opera House, City of Wilmington Office of Cultural Affairs, and Christina Cultural Arts Center Inc. and Pennsylvania Performing Arts on Tour.

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John Blake Jr. 

Saturday, March 26, 2011, 8:00pm

the baby grand at the Grand Opera House

818 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801

For tickets, visit www.ticketsatthegrand.org  

or call 302.652.5577 or 800.37.GRAND

A Professional Development Opportunity for Artists & Creative People 
Finding the Entrepreneur in You: Artists as Business Leaders 

Creative people are major drivers of the economy, as well as catalysts for innovative and vibrant communities. Often, artists receive little training in the skills needed to start, grown and sustain healthy businesses. This conference is intended for those interested in starting a creative-based business as well as current business owners. Topics include Operations, Financial Management, Marketing, Intellectual Property, Insurance, Grant Opportunities, Credit and more.  

April 29-30, 2011

9:00am Registration // 9:30am-5:00pm Conference   

5:00-7:00pm Networking Reception 

Held at CCAC & Shipley Lofts

Sponsored by Christina Cultural Arts Center, First State Community Loan Fund, Delaware Small Business & Technology Development Center, Wilmington Renaissance Corporation and New Wilmington Arts Association. 

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Christina Cultural Arts Center (CCAC) is a premier community school of the Arts with a mission to make affordable Arts education and multicultural programs accessible to children, teens and adults in a family environment.  CCAC's leading-edge programs promote self-development, healthy lifestyles, social change, educational success and economic empowerment.
 
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705 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
CCAC on the Art Loop
CCAC is an active partner in "Art on the Town", the City's monthly art loop. Explore works of local & regional artists showcased in our Edward Loper Sr. Gallery!
Photo by Hope R. Rose
"Ground Zero"
by Hope R. Rose

March 4-April 29 Exhibit Eye Shadow, a Bebe Ross Coker Brainchild 
A photographic exploration of life themes from a woman's perspective. Photographers explore nature, life-changing events, health & wellness, spirituality, friendship, and social justice. This groundbreaking exhibition features work by artists
Jeni Barton,
Faye Bonneau,
Alicia Dominguez,
Kim Graham,
Tracey Merritt,
Lynn-Holly Oates,
Ashley Randolph,
Hope R. Rose
and others.

A Meet the Artists Reception & Gallery Talk takes place on Friday March 4, from 5:30-8:00pm.

Free Public Event! Photography is also available for purchase!

Dance Theatre of Harlem 

Mark Your Calendars!

Dance Theatre of Harlem
Saturday, March 26, 7:00pm
Grand Opera House