Local Arts Fair: Now Accepting Applications

WCCMA is now accepting applications for its 2-day 2nd Annual Local Arts Fair. This event is a part of the NH Open Doors state-wide shopping event, and is a celebration of the artists and craftspeople creating in our community. Early Registration (pending vendor approval) ends Oct 15th.

When: November 3rd, 2012: 10-2pm; November 4th 11-3PM

How much: $15 early registration/$17 after October 15th for a table space up to 8 feet. This covers 2 days of participation. Add $5 if you need a table provided (other display types are welcome, pending approval). Discounts offered for vendors purchasing more than one table space. All vendors will be asked to donate (optional) a products for a raffle at the event.

Where: Union Church parish hall, 133 Old Church Rd, West Claremont, NH 03743

Who are we?: The West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts, all fees benefit our community programs.

Who are they?: NH Open doors (www.nhopendoors.com) is an annual statewide arts, food, and lodging event that connects shoppers with local artists. Presented by NH Made, League of NH Craftsmen, and NH Cultural. Our fair will be listed on their publications, webpage, and maps.

Who should sign up?: Craftspeople and Artists of all disciplines. You must be the actual producer/craftsperson/owner who makes or creates the product or provides the service. There will be a limit to the number vendors of each discipline accepted, so sign up early!

Contact us: For more details www.wcc-ma.org, email [email protected], or call 802.738.0022

Applications available upon request. Photos of goods are required.

 

 

Instruments for Inspiration begins: Trumpet needed!

Dear friends,

WCCMA is so excited to beginning our Instruments for Inspiration lending program. There are 4 students in the Claremont school district that will be receiving instruments because of our generous supporters out there like you. Three of those students will be learning an instrument for the first time, something they will remember and appreciate their whole lives.

We need your help though. Even though we have received several grants to support this program, we have not received the funding yet. We have a student that would like to begin studying the trumpet along with their classmates this Friday, but we don’t have a trumpet to lend, nor do we have the money to purchase one yet. We also have a particular need for flutes, clarinets, and saxophones because we have loaned all of ours out.

If anyone has a trumpet they would like to donate, or if you would like to make a contribution towards the purchase of a trumpet email us at: [email protected] or click here for donation information. Our goal is $300 to purchase a good used instrument.

Thank you for the part you are playing in bringing joy and inspiration to local children!

 

 

Taiko Japanese Drumming workshop

Explore the entertaining and fun Japanese drumming tradition of Taiko at the First Thursday Music Series of the Claremont Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market!

Taiko Drumming Performance and Workshop
by Burlington Taiko Group
Thursday, Sept 6th: 4-7pm – Broad St Park

Award-winning Burlington Taiko Group offer this chance for all to hear and try Taiko Drumming. All ages are welcome to participate in this free program. This event is made possible through the West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts (WCC-MA.org) with funding from the New England Foundation for the Arts. For more info click here or to join the event on facebook click here. This event is presented by WCCMA through a collaboration with the Claremont Farmers’ Market Association, and Claremont Parks and Recreation.

Rain location for the Taiko Workshop tomorrow will be the Zotto Gym (behind the Post Office), but hopefully we won’t need it! Thanks to Claremont Parks and Recreation.

Check them out in action on youtube!