Welcome members of the print and broadcast media! The Roseville Arts office can provide press kits, photos, interview referrals, brochures and other informational materials to help orient you to our exhibitions, events and programs.
How to Reach Us
E-mail:
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director rosearts@surewest.net
Beth Rohlfes, Curator rosecurator@surewest.net
Veronika Nagy, Admin/Webmaster roseart@surewest.net
General Inquiries: roseart@surewest.net
Telephone: (916) 783-4117
Mailing address:
Roseville Arts!
7501 Foothills Blvd
Roseville, CA 95747
Press Releases
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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Roseville CA. April 21, 2008
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosearts@surewest.net
Roseville Arts "Art in the Garden" Tour
An Artful Tour of sensational homes & gardens in Auburn-Folsom Corridor
Tickets & Sponsorships Available
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available for Roseville Arts’ 8th annual "Art in the Garden" spring home and garden tour slated for May 3, 2008, from 10 am - 4pm. This self-guided tour is a favorite in the South Placer region.
Both incredible gardens and home interiors are highlighted on the tour. Distinguishing it from other spring tours, Roseville Arts' event features 28 artists "live" at the tour sites, demonstrating and displaying for purchase their works of art. From painting and sculpture to photography and children's art, there will be something to interest everyone, all in colorful spring garden settings. Live music will complement the art along with food and wine tasting, hosted by area wineries and restaurants.
Proceeds from the tour will support the new “Blue Line Gallery” which opened to rave revues in downtown Roseville earlier this year and the many art-related activities Roseville Arts provides for both children and adults in the community.
Generous sponsors to date include: Placer Ranch, Kaiser Permanente, Patelco Credit Union, Exchange Bank, River City Bank, Bob’s Roseville Car Wash, Joan Walker, Darla Yetter, Fazeli Investment Strategies, Law Offices of Garland Bell, Lilani Wealth Management, Betty Muegge Attorney at Law, Cindy Strickland, Diane Williams, Sharon Brown Bright Beginnings Welcoming Service, Dayna Kelsey Photography, River City Landscape, Gary Schlauch Printing, and Bob Towery.
Generous Food and Beverage hosts to date include: A Chef’s Affair Fine Catering, Aubergine Gourmet Catering, Hawks, Fosco’s Caffe and Fine Italian Market, Rubino’s Ristorante, Tahoe Joe’s, Pullmans Kitchen, Cookie Connection, Leonidas Fresh Belgian Chocolates, Melting Pot, Caffe A-Roma, Jericho Coffee, Burch Hall Winery, Lone Buffalo Vineyards, Wine Shop at Home and Wine Styles of Granite Bay.
Tickets are $30 per person and can be purchased by calling Roseville Arts at (916) 783-4117, visiting The Blue Line Gallery 405 Vernon Street Roseville, or on-line at www.rosevillearts.org .
It’s not to late to sponsor the event! Call Bev Barkhurst, event chair, (916) 872-6404
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Media Contact: Roseville CA. February 28, 2008
Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosecurator@surewest.net
WHAT: High School Art Show 2008
Annual exhibit representing the best from eight high schools in South Placer
WHEN: Opening Reception, March 15, 6:30-9 p.m.; Awards presentation, 7-7:30pm
Exhibiting through April 24, 2007, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
WHERE: Roseville Arts @ Roseville Civic Center, 311 Vernon Street in Roseville
High School Student Art Show
27th Annual Show Opens at Roseville Civic Center
The finest of South Placer’s high school student artists will compete for coveted awards in High School Show 2008 opening March 15 in downtown Roseville.
More than 100 fine art pieces will showcase the caliber of art student and quality of art instruction offered at eight high schools in Granite Bay, Lincoln, Loomis, Rocklin and Roseville. Presented for its 27th year by Roseville Arts and sponsored by Roseville Bank of Commerce, the exhibit will show at the Roseville Civic Center through April 24.
“We love hosting this exhibit!” said Julia Burrows, Roseville’s Assistant City Manager. “City employees love having art on the walls. It is wonderful to see visitor touring the exhibit, especially other high school students looking at the work of their classmates.” Some of the artwork will be for sale—an excellent opportunity for local collectors to support emerging artists.
Cash prizes will be presented 7-7:30 p.m. at the March 15 opening. This year’s award winners will be selected by instructors from the Sierra College Art Department: Casey O'Connor, Elisabeth Higgins O'Connor, Cheri Ibes and Sam Tubiolo.
The public is welcome to view the exhibit during the March 15 reception, 6:30-9:00 p.m.; weekdays, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. through April 24; and 3rd Saturday, April 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Roseville Civic Center, 311 Vernon Street. Admission is free. The March 15 event is joined by the new Blue Line Gallery and other local art venues in celebration of South Placer’s 3rd Saturday Art Tour. See www.rosevillearts.org
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Media Contact: Roseville CA. January 18, 2008
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosearts@surewest.net
Community Invitation!
Roseville Arts Blue Line Gallery Grand Opening Celebration
February 2, 2008; 12 noon to 8pm
Roseville Arts cordially invites the community to attend the grand opening of its new Blue Line Gallery located in downtown Roseville, 405 Vernon Street on Saturday, February 2, 2008; 12 noon to 8pm. Roseville Arts volunteers and staff will welcome the public with docent tours of the exhibition, hands-on activities for children and families (noon – 4pm), music (5pm – 8pm) and refreshments. Admission is free.
Executive director, Barbara Dolder, “The event and its accompanying educational opportunities are made possible through the generosity of contributing sponsors and foundations including: The James Irvine Foundation, P. G. & E., Placer Community Foundation, Placer Ranch, Roseville Citizens’ Benefit Trust, Rotary Club of Roseville Foundation, Sacramento Bee Foundation, Target, and Union Pacific Foundation. I hope that everyone in the community stops in to celebrate this wonderful new addition to Roseville’s downtown.”
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January 18, 2008
ROSEVILLE, CA
The Blue Line Gallery
ushers in a new era for the arts in Roseville
Grand Opening February 2nd
MORE HOT QUOTES!
Billie Milam Weisman, Director, Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation
“It is our pleasure to be the inaugural exhibition for the Roseville Arts! Blue Line Gallery in the city
Roseville, CA.
We know its continued success will support and encourage the community’s creative and cultural needs.
Our congratulations to Roseville Arts! and the extraordinary Board and Staff that made the Blue Line Gallery and the Art and Illusion: Selections from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation exhibit possible.”
Gayle Garbolino-Mojica, Superintendent, Placer County Office of Education
“The Blue Line Gallery and the exquisite exhibits will be an additional educational resource to teachers and students. The gallery's potential to partner with the schools to improve students' creative problem solving skills, enhance their appreciation of the creative process and open their eyes to the richness of their cultural heritage is an asset to our community.
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Roseville CA. January 17, 2008
Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosecurator@surewest.net
WHAT: Grand Opening of the Blue Line Gallery
WHEN: Saturday, February 2, 2008, 12:00 Noon – 8:00pm
WHERE: 405 Vernon Street, Suite 100, Roseville, CA 95768
The Blue Line Gallery
ushers in a new era for the arts in Roseville
Grand Opening February 2nd
Internationally acclaimed blockbuster exhibition
from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation
unveils new dimensions of Roseville Arts!
Roseville Arts’ Blue Line Gallery, the new community center for art and education, will open its doors to the public on February 2 with a blockbuster exhibition and grand opening festivities.
“The 5000 square foot Blue Line Gallery was conceived by Roseville Arts five years ago in a bold effort to better serve a community that has sustained and supported its efforts for more than 40 years,” said Kirk Taber, President of the organization.
Conveniently located in the first floor of the city’s new parking structure at 405 Vernon Street, the state-of-the-art space will feature exhibitions of international and national scope, as well as artwork by regional artists, with special opportunities for members, children and youth. In addition to exhibitions, the flexible space will host a variety of workshops, meetings, hands-on art activities, small arts performances, lectures and more.
The February opening broadcasts the grand results of a collective endeavor: a Herculean investment by donors—foundations, businesses and private individuals; collaboration with the City of Roseville; creative commitment by volunteers and staff; and the enthusiastic support of the community.
Grand Opening Exhibition
The highlight of the Grand Opening will be the featured exhibition, "Art and Illusion: Selections from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation." Curated by Billie Milam Weisman, this eclectic selection of paintings, photography and sculpture is drawn from a significant contemporary art collection begun by her late husband. Under Milam Weisman’s direction, the Art Foundation continues to reflect Frederick R. Weisman’s uncompromising belief in the cultural value of art and his commitment to share his extensive collection with the public.
“Art and Illusion” celebrates artists’ use of illusion and humor to create new ways of looking at the world. Visitors are invited into the contemporary art mindset where perception takes priority over representation; artists use different modes—physical, psychological, social, and so forth—to frame and even modify the viewer’s perceptual experience. The result is a selection of vibrant contemporary works with immediate visual impact and a focus on illusionism.
Over forty American and international artists are represented in the exhibition, including internationally acclaimed artists such as Andy Warhol, Charles Bell, Red Grooms and Masaaki Sato. "Art and Illusion” is made available to our community through funding provided by the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation in Los Angeles.
Grand Opening Activities
Roseville Art volunteers and staff will welcome the public on Grand Opening Day, Saturday, February 2, 12 Noon until 8:00 p.m. with docent tours of the exhibition, hands-on activities for children and families, and refreshments. Admission is free.
Celebrations will continue until the close of the “Art and Illusion” exhibit on May 3. Regular gallery hours will be Tuesdays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturdays, 1:00-8:00 p.m.; the 3rd Saturday of each month open until 9:00 p.m. in celebration of South Placer’s 3rd Saturday Art Tour.
During 3rd Saturday Art Tour in March, the gallery will host activities in conjunction with the opening of Roseville Arts’ 26th annual high school Student Show across the street at the Roseville Civic Center. And 3rd Saturday in April will feature Family Day at the new gallery.
Keeping Art in Our Future
Fulfilling its capital campaign promise to “Keep Art in Our Future,” the Blue Line Gallery will continue to nurture programs that focus on children and youth. Following the grand opening and throughout the spring, the gallery will host docent-let student tours, complete with curriculum materials for teachers at no cost to the school districts. Docents from William Jessup University’s teacher education program will train to lead educated and engaging tours through the contemporary exhibit.
Educational outreach will continue through ongoing programs including school tours, a children’s gallery, in-service teacher training, hands-on activities, collaboration with other arts groups and workshops and festivals to promote arts enjoyment and creative problem solving. Long-term, the goal is to invest in the future by contributing to the intellectual and societal benefits inherent in a healthy arts environment.
Vanguard in Downtown Revitalization Efforts
The Blue Line Gallery begins a new chapter in the 40-year partnership between Roseville Arts, a California non-profit corporation, and the City of Roseville. In recent years, as South Placer County has become one of the fastest growing regions in the country, Roseville has focused efforts on revitalizing its historic downtown. Tapping the energy and benevolent outreach of Roseville Arts and its volunteers, the City has characterized the Blue Line Gallery as a vanguard in these revitalization efforts. This cornerstone promises to serve as a model for arts education, community redevelopment, and volunteer recruitment and training.
Website: www.rosevillearts.org.
Notes:
- Interviews with Billie Milam Weisman may be arranged by contacting Beth Rohlfes at (916) 783-4117 or rosecurator@surewest.net.
- High resolution images available upon request.
Quotes:
Muriel Johnson, Director of the California Arts Council – “The City of Roseville and Roseville Arts have outdone themselves with this exciting collaboration. Congratulations on becoming a model for other California communities! The opening of the Blue Line Gallery will significantly enhance your revitalized downtown. The California Arts Council wishes you every success.”
Aldo Pineschi, Blue Line Gallery Capital Campaign Chair, stated, “Thanks to the generosity of our community, we raised nearly $700,000 in our capital campaign to ‘Keep Art in our Future’. I invite everyone in the region to join us at the community celebration on Saturday, February 2 to share in the excitement of this jewel for Roseville."
Dolly & David Fiddyment, major campaign donors & Roseville pioneer family “The few citizens of Roseville who began Roseville Community Projects, Inc. in the 60’s could never have imagined the Blue Line Gallery. What a testimony to the people who have kept the arts alive in Roseville these 40 plus years. Their vision and hard work have brought us to this point, so it is time to congratulate and celebrate this new home of Roseville Arts and the people who made it possible.”
David Kelly, Roseville Arts Board of Directors -- "We are really fortunate to be able to open our doors with this caliber of exhibit,” said David Kelly, who as long-time member of Roseville Arts Board of Directors first recommended the Weisman collection as a potential source for exhibitions.”
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Roseville CA. November 27, 2007
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosearts@surewest.net
Roseville Arts to Receive a $40,000 Grant from the James Irvine Foundation
Funding to Support Broadening and Diversification of Audiences
Roseville Arts will receive $40,000 over two years in support of a comprehensive marketing campaign to broaden and diversify current and new audiences in the Sacramento Valley. The funding is to be provided by the James Irvine Foundation’s “New Connections Fund”.
Roseville Arts executive director Barbara Dolder stated, “This generous funding from the James Irvine Foundation could not have come at a better time in Roseville Arts 40+ year history. Since March of 2005, we have been without a home base arts facility while our new facility, The Blue Line Gallery, has been under construction. Fortunately, during this time our administrative services have continued, thanks to a generous commitment by NEC Electronics America who provided office space. Exhibitions were held throughout the region under the title ‘Roseville Arts @...’ while off-site special events and on-line activities continued. However, as focus was diverted to a capital campaign and extensive strategic planning for future programming, programs and services once provided by a vibrant Roseville Arts Center were for the most part, absent. All that is about to change as we move into the new facility and launch programs that will be bolstered by the marketing campaign. Visitors to downtown Roseville will see immediate results from this funding. Beginning in January, 2008 bright blue and white banners will line Vernon Street heralding the grand opening of the Blue Line Gallery and the exhibition, “Art and Illusion” selections from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation. And that’s just the start of the two-year plan!”
The James Irvine Foundation is a private, nonprofit grantmaking foundation dedicated to expanding opportunity for the people of California to participate in a vibrant, successful and inclusive society. The Foundation’s grantmaking is organized around three program areas: Arts, Youth and California Perspectives, which focuses on improving decision making on significant state issues. Since 1937 the Foundation has provided over $1 billion in grants to more than 3,000 nonprofit organizations throughout California. With current assets of over $1.8 billion, the Foundation expects to make grants of $75 million in 2007 for the people of California.
For further information contact Barbara Dolder, 916-797-5780; or visit the website: www.rosevillearts.org.
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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Roseville CA. October 23, 2007
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosearts@surewest.net
Why Join Roseville Arts?
Join before November 15th & WIN!
Membership in Roseville Arts provides exciting benefits, and now, even more than ever! Join Roseville Arts as a new member before November 15th and become eligible to win tickets for two to the following Roseville Arts sponsored tours—The Nutcracker Ballet, December 22, 2007; The 8th Annual Art in the Garden Home & Garden Tour, May 3, 2008; and The Phantom of the Opera, June 12, 2008—a value of over $400! Current members will receive a chance to win for every new member that they refer!
Membership levels vary as do member benefits. For a full list of membership levels and benefits visit the website: http://www.rosevillearts.org/involved.html. , or call 916-783-4117. All members at all levels receive the following benefits:
- Subscription to quarterly newsletter with the option of receiving electronically or by US mail
- Invitations to major exhibitions & receptions
- Advance notice & discounts on special events, lectures, & classes
- Advance notice & discounts on Roseville Arts tours
Executive Director, Barbara Dolder stated, “Members receive some great benefits, but even more rewarding is the fact that they may choose to get involved as active participants in our vibrant organization just in time to enjoy the grand opening of our new Blue Line Gallery in early 2008. All proceeds from membership donations promote valuable community programs such as the Annual Family Arts Festival, the Annual Membership Show, the Children’s Gallery, and Art Scholarships for graduating area high school seniors."
Roseville Arts is making it easy to join! Visit Roseville Arts website: www.rosevillearts.org and click “Get Involved”. You may join on-line or if you prefer, email roseart@surewest.net., or call 916-783-4117 to request a membership brochure that describes membership benefits and levels.
HURRY, the deadline for chances to win is November 15, 2007.
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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Roseville CA. October 22, 2007
Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosecurator@surewest.net
WHAT: Grand Opening of Blue Line Gallery
WHEN: Saturday, February 2, 2008, 12:00–8:00 p.m.
WHERE: 405 Vernon Street , Roseville, California
Blue Line Gallery to Open with Blockbuster Exhibition
February 2008 Grand Opening Announced
Roseville Arts has announced that it will celebrate the Grand Opening of its new Blue Line Gallery in February 2008 with an exhibition of contemporary art from the acclaimed collection of the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation.
The Gallery will open its doors to the public for the first time on February 2, 2008, from noon until 8 p.m., with its Grand Opening Exhibition, "Art and Illusion: Selections from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation."
Such a significant selection of contemporary art has never before been seen in Roseville. Including painting, photography and sculpture, the eclectic exhibition curated by Billie Milam Weisman celebrates artists’ use of illusion and humor to create new ways of looking at the world.
Contemporary art itself is often concerned with perception over representation, with how various modalities—physical, psychological, social, and so forth—not only frame but also modify the perceptual experience. The “Art and Illusion” selection reveals an emphasis on vibrant contemporary works with immediate visual impact and a frequent focus on illusionism.
Over forty American and international artists are represented in the exhibit, including such internationally acclaimed artists as Andy Warhol, Charles Bell, Red Grooms and Masaaki Sato. "Art and Illusion” is made available to our community through funding provided by the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation.
The Blue Line Gallery—frontispiece to Roseville’s new parking structure on Vernon Street and vanguard in the City’s downtown revitalization efforts—is in final construction mode as it prepares for the February opening. The gallery serves as the new permanent home for Roseville Arts, the result of ongoing collaboration with the City; Herculean investment by private, individual and business donors; and creative commitment by volunteers and staff.
More information as available at www.rosevillearts.org or 916-783-4117.
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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Roseville CA. October 18, 2007
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosearts@surewest.net
Travel to the Kingdom of Sweets with Roseville Arts!
for Sacramento Ballet’s performance of “The Nutcracker”
Saturday, December 22, 2007
INTINERARY
Depart Roseville ~ 10:45am
Time for a NO HOST lunch in Old Sacramento
Return Roseville ~ 5:45pm
COST
Roseville Arts! Members
$78 Adults/ $58 Children under 12 Non-Members
$87 Adults/$67 Children under 12
Prior to the performance there will be time for a NO HOST LUNCH and shopping in Old Sacramento.
Registration Deadline:
December 7, 2007
For additional information call
June Wanish 783-4260
To register call Roseville Arts! 783-4117
Roseville Arts is sponsoring a bus trip to Sacramento for the Saturday, December 22, matinee performance
of the Sacramento Ballet’s The Nutcracker.
June Wanish, Roseville Arts tour coordinator stated, “A wonderful day is on tap—perfect for families—a
holiday tradition! We’ll start in Old Sacramento to enjoy a NO HOST lunch, last minute holiday shopping
or just to take in the season before heading to the Sacramento Community Center Theater. The Sacramento
Ballet performs the Nutcracker Ballet with the Sacramento Philharmonic Orchestra where we invite you to .
dream with Clara as she embarks on her magical journey to the Kingdom of Sweets from excellent orchestra
seats”.
The bus will pick up participants at Saugstad Park, Roseville, at 10:45 am and will return around 5:45pm.
The cost which includes orchestra seating, transportation to pre-performance NO HOST lunch in Old
Sacramento and to the theatre is $78 for Roseville Arts members (adults) and $58 (children under 12); and
$87 for non-members (adults) and $67 (children under 12) . The deadline for registration is December 7,
2007. For further information contact June Wanish at 783-4260. To register for the performance and/or to
find out more about membership, contact Roseville Arts at 783-4117, or visit the website
www.rosevillearts.org.
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Media Contact: Roseville CA. October 8, 2007
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosearts@surewest.net
Charity Luncheon to Benefit Roseville Arts!
Paul Martin’s American Bistro invites the community to its charity luncheon benefiting Roseville Arts on Wednesday, October 24, 2007, from 11:30-2pm.
All proceeds will be applied to Roseville Arts' programs and services in support of its mission: "To encourage and support the enjoyment, appreciation and growth of the arts in our communities.” The non-profit is counting down to the opening of its state-of-the-art Blue Line Gallery on the first floor of Roseville’s new parking garage on Vernon Street.
Further information and tickets may be obtained by visiting Roseville Arts website: www.rosevillearts.org or by calling 916-783-4117.
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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Roseville CA. September 10, 2007
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosearts@surewest.net
Why Join Roseville Arts?
Join before November 15th & WIN!
Membership in Roseville Arts provides exciting benefits, and now, even more than ever! Join Roseville Arts as a new member before November 15th and become eligible to win tickets for two to the following Roseville Arts sponsored tours—The Nutcracker Ballet, December 22, 2007; The 8th Annual Art in the Garden Home & Garden Tour, May 3, 2008; and The Phantom of the Opera, June 12, 2008—a value of over $400! Current members will receive a chance to win for every new member that they refer!
Membership levels vary as do member benefits. For a full list of membership levels and benefits visit the website: http://www.rosevillearts.org/involved.html. , or call 916-783-4117. All members at all levels receive the following benefits:
- Subscription to quarterly newsletter with the option of receiving electronically or by US mail
- Invitations to major exhibitions & receptions
- Advance notice & discounts on special events, lectures, & classes
- Advance notice & discounts on Roseville Arts tours
Executive Director, Barbara Dolder stated, “Members receive some great benefits, but even more rewarding is the fact that they may choose to get involved as active participants in our vibrant organization just in time to enjoy the grand opening of our new Blue Line Gallery in early 2008. All proceeds from membership donations promote valuable community programs such as the Annual Family Arts Festival, the Annual Membership Show, the Children’s Gallery, and Art Scholarships for graduating area high school seniors. “
Roseville Arts is making it easy to join! Visit Roseville Arts website: www.rosevillearts.org and click “Get Involved”. You may join on-line or if you prefer, email roseart@surewest.net., or call 916-783-4117 to request a membership brochure that describes membership benefits and levels.
HURRY, the deadline for chances to win is November 15, 2007.
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Media Contact: Roseville CA. July 9, 2007
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosearts@surewest.net
“It’s just too good to be true!” Jersey Boys is coming to Sacramento!
Join Roseville Arts for the September 22 performance
ITINERARY
Depart Saugststad Park at 10:45 am
Return 5:45 pm
COST
Roseville Arts Members: $125
Non-Members: $137
Includes great seats & transportation.
Prior to the performance there will be time for a NO HOST LUNCH in Old Sacramento.
Registration Deadline:
August 8, 2007
For additional information call
June Wanish 783-4260
To register call Roseville Arts! 783-4117
Roseville Arts is sponsoring a bus trip to Sacramento for the Saturday, September 22, matinee performance of Jersey Boys. Winner of 4 Tony Awards in 2006, Jersey Boys is still playing to sold-out houses and is one of the most sought after touring shows.
June Wanish, Roseville Arts tour coordinator stated, “As a group, we have secured excellent seats! Individual tickets will not be available to the public until July 30, and I’m sure that there will be very few available at that time. Our bus trips are hassle free—we leave Roseville late morning—we stop in Old Sacramento for a NO HOST lunch, then we are chauffeured to the theatre for the matinee performance. After the performance, the bus picks us up close to the theater and back to Roseville in the evening. No parking or traffic worries!”
The bus will pick up participants at Saugstad Park, Roseville, at 10:45 am and will return around 5:45pm. The cost which includes excellent seating, transportation to pre-performance NO HOST lunch in Old Sacramento and to the theatre is $125 for Roseville Arts members and $137 for non-members. The deadline for registration is August 8, 2007. For further information contact June Wanish at 783-4260. To register for the performance and/or to find out more about membership, contact Roseville Arts at 783-4117.
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Media Contact: Roseville CA. June 26, 2007
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosearts@surewest.net
Click here to view images.
Roseville Arts’ “Building the Future” a Big Hit!
On Saturday, June 16, Roseville Arts celebrated the start of construction of its new home—the Blue Line Gallery to be located on the ground floor of the City of Roseville’s Vernon Street parking structure. “Building the Future”—a “kick-back”, construction-themed event—took place in the Roseville Civic Center Plaza and Rotunda under perfect weather conditions. Taking place mainly outdoors, the crowd enjoyed music, food, beverages, an upscale raffle, a silent auction, tours of the under-construction Blue Line Gallery, and the exhibition “Online with the Blue Line” held in the Civic Center Rotunda.
During announcements, Diane Williams, chair of the event, welcomed attendees and thanked the many sponsors who made the evening possible. Aldo Pineschi, “Keep Art in our Future” capital campaign chair, thanked the donors for their support and updated the community on the campaign progress.
A special presentation was made by Mrs. Melena A. Ose to June Wanish, recipient of the “Make it Happen! Award”. The award is intended to honor a local leader in the arts community who, through creativity, passion and dedication, has expanded community participation in the arts, and taken a nonprofit organization to a higher level. Mrs. Ose presented a check for $15,000 to Mrs. Wanish who responded that the funds would be placed in the Roseville Arts’ “ June Wanish Endowment for the Arts” designed to help ensure the future of the arts in Roseville. The award is made possible through the Enlow & Melena A. Ose Endowment for the Arts of the Sacramento Region Community Foundation.
Jim Williams, Williams + Paddon, architects for the Blue Line Gallery, served as emcee for the evening, and completed the announcements by presenting a brief history of Roseville Arts—past, present, and future.
The evening was capped off with announcements of winning silent auction bids, three artfully designed hard hats by artists Tony Natsoulas, Margot Comer, and Karen Fulk; the raffle prize drawing; and finally the winner of the grand prize—a wine refrigerator, fully stocked with premium wines. Ironically, the winner of the wine refrigerator—Tom Millward, Mayor of Loomis—was the very first to purchase a raffle ticket from chairperson, Diane Williams during the spring “Cap-to-Cap” trip to Washington DC.
For further information, please contact Barbara Dolder, 916-783-4117 or visit the website at www.rosevillearts.org.
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Media Contact: Roseville CA. May 15, 2007
Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosecurator@surewest.net
WHAT: Online with the Blue Line
An Art Exhibit presented by Roseville Arts! @ the Roseville Civic Center
WHEN: June 16 Opening Reception, 5:30-9:30pm
Ongoing through July 31, 2007, weekdays, 8:00am-5:00pm
WHERE: Roseville Civic Center, 311 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA
Online with the Blue Line:
An Exhibit of Artwork Favorites from an Online Artists Directory
An exhibit showcasing artwork favorites from a new, online Directory of Artists will open with a public reception at the Roseville Civic Center on Saturday, June 16, 5:30-9:30 pm.
Jim Hirschinger’s photograph, “Lugano Stairway”—voted favorite by a cross section of public—will be highlighted during the exhibit. The “Online with the Blue Line” exhibit will feature the original artwork—paintings, pastels, photographs, sculpture and more—of images in the Directory of Artists on the Roseville Arts website. The community is invited to attend a free reception, June 16, 5:30-9:30pm, during South Placer’s 3rd Saturday Art Tour and in conjunction with Roseville Arts’ “Building the Future” celebration in the Civic Center Plaza.
Roseville Arts’ “Building the Future” celebration will offer food, beer and wine, music and an upscale raffle, as well as hard-hat tours to view construction progress of the Blue Line Gallery on Vernon Street. Ticket and raffle information for this event is available at www.rosevillearts.org.
The “Online with the Blue Line” exhibit will continue through July 31, open weekdays, 8:00am-5:30pm, at the Roseville Civic Center, 311 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA. View the online Directory of Artists at www.rosevillearts.org/directory. Find more information on Roseville Arts at www.rosevillearts.org or call 916-783-4117.
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Roseville CA. May 15, 2007
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosearts@surewest.net
Celebrate With Roseville Arts!
Saturday, June 16, 2007
Roseville Civic Center Plaza, 311 Vernon Street; 5:30-9:30 PM
Tickets $25 per person
Food & Music, Beer & Wine, Art Exhibit, Upscale Raffle,
Guided Hard Hat tours to view construction progress of the blue line gallery and more!
Construction Photographs available here — larger formats available on request
Jeans and Hard Hats will be the dress code for Roseville Arts “Building the Future” celebration scheduled for Saturday, June 16, in the Roseville Civic Center Plaza. The evening begins at 5:30 pm with a variety of exciting events ending at 9:30 pm.
Says Barbara Dolder, executive director, “We are inviting the community to enjoy a fun-filled evening to celebrate the beginning of construction of our new home—The Blue Line Gallery. In addition to great food and drink, you will be able to see first hand construction progress via guided “hard hat” tours, just a short walk from the plaza; purchase chances to win fabulous upscale raffle prizes; be first to view a terrific exhibition—“Online with the Blue Line” in the Civic Center Rotunda—a collection of art pieces presented by area artists participating in Roseville Arts new Directory of Artists. In addition, if you are unable to attend on June 16, you can go on line to our website: www.rosevillearts.org to purchase chances to win a beautiful wine refrigerator fully stocked with premium wines—a $3,000 value!”
Announcements will be made throughout the evening. A very special announcement will take place at 7 pm.
Tickets for the celebration are $25 per person; wine refrigerator raffle tickets are $10 per ticket, 3 for $25, 15 for $100 (need not be present to win). All tickets may be purchased on-line at www.rosevillearts.org; by phone by calling 916-783-4117; or by mail—send requests and payment to Roseville Arts, 7501 Foothills Blvd., Roseville, CA 95747.
For further information contact Roseville Arts: 916-783-4117 or visit the website: www.rosevillearts.org .
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Media Contact: Roseville CA. April 25, 2007
Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosecurator@surewest.net
Online Resource Connects Community to Regional Artists
Business and art communities already applauding this new Directory of Artists
Roseville Arts’ new online Directory of Artists provides a welcome resource for businesses and community to connect directly to regional artists for exhibit and purchase options.
The new internet tool has already proved useful to one local business, a leading semiconductor provider. "NEC Electronics America will continue to use this directory as a resource for artwork to enhance our manufacturing facility in Roseville," said Gail Reinke, senior manager, site administration, manufacturing operations, NEC Electronics America, Inc. "Our employees, customers and international visitors enjoy the art we have featured, and I highly recommend the directory to businesses who want to showcase the extraordinary work of our regional artists."
Viewable at www.rosevillearts.org, the Directory of Artists currently features over 200 selections of artwork by more than 40 artists, with artists signing up daily as they recognize the quality and potential of this new resource. “We have already gotten compliments on the Artist Directory from our friends in Austria, Switzerland and Wisconsin,” wrote acclaimed artists James Hirschinger and Imi Lehmbrock-Hirschinger, who endorse the Directory as a high quality community resource.
Associated with the much anticipated Blue Line Gallery in downtown Roseville, the Directory was developed by a committee of artists and staff at Roseville Arts to address multiple needs in fast-growing South Placer communities. Businesses and private collectors will use the Directory to find regional artists for their display needs. Artists will benefit through increased exposure and sale of their fine art. And communities will flourish with more art in their environments.
Complete information on the Directory is available at www.rosevillearts.org/directory. Questions may be directed to 916-783-4117 or roseart@surewest.net.
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Images available: See blue line Directory of Artists at www.rosevillearts.org/directory
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Media Contact: Roseville CA. April 25, 2007
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosearts@surewest.net www.rosevillearts.org
Roseville Arts "Art in the Garden" Tour
An Artful Tour of sensational homes & gardens in Auburn-Folsom Corridor
Saturday, May 5th, 10am – 4pm
Roseville Arts’ 7th annual "Art in the Garden" spring home and garden tour is slated for May 5, 2007, from 10 am - 4pm. This self-guided tour is a favorite in the South Placer region. Distinguishing itself from other spring tours, Roseville Arts' event features artists "live" at the tour sites, demonstrating and displaying for purchase their works of art. From painting and sculpture to photography and children's art, there will be something to interest everyone, all in colorful spring garden settings. Live music will complement the art along with food and wine tasting, hosted by area wineries and restaurants.
Proceeds from the tour will help support the new Blue Line Gallery, scheduled to open later this year in downtown Roseville and the many arts-related activities Roseville Arts provides for both children and adults in the community.
Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased at:
- Le Petit Chateau, 1410 E. Roseville Pkwy, Roseville & 3903 Park Drive, El Dorado Hills
- Pottery World, 4419 Granite Drive, Rocklin
- Sierra Nursery, 3985 Douglas Blvd., Roseville
- The Children’s Creative Arts Center, 6210 Douglas Blvd., Granite Bay.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT ROSEVILLE ARTS 916-783-4117
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Description of Homes & Gardens:
#1 Come to a Garden Party:
What a perfect place to enjoy an outdoor party, and the owners welcome you to their mature (20 year old) garden. The mastermind behind this serene setting is the homeowner himself. Among many of his projects are a bonsai table and several water features both in the back and front of the house. You are encouraged to look into the greenhouse for orchids and more sensitive plants. And while there are many Asian features, there is also a traditional English rose garden, complete with the requisite four quadrants. The pond in the front yard reminds one of a Monet scene, and, for a whimsical touch, don’t miss the “face in the tree” in the backyard.
#2 How to Lure a City Boy to the Country
Both home and garden were designed by the homeowner to entice her husband out of the city! The backyard is set along equestrian trails with mature oaks. It features a putting green and horseshoe pit next to a Koi pond complete with a signed Leonardo Rossi sculpture of a young man fishing and “the fish that got away” water feature. The gazebo overlooks a waterfall that flows into a rock bottom swimming pool. Follow stepping stones past a fire pit and a 150 year old buckboard wagon. The outdoor kitchen, patio area and sound system hidden within the landscaping make this the perfect place to keep the city boy in the country!
#3 Creativity in Every Room
There are many aspects in this home that bear the stamp of the owner’s handiwork, including the dragonfly table in the dining room, the faux painting on the walls in several rooms, the chest in the master bedroom and the painting of her uncle upstairs. She also made the stencil, did the wall painting and sewed the draperies in the charming guest room upstairs. There are several Russian touches in the house—three paintings downstairs (the surrealistic ones) and the stunning vase on a shelf in the den upstairs. The chest in the living room is from Tibet and the one in the dining room is an antique, with an Asian origin. For a creative idea, note how Christmas ornaments enliven the chandelier in the kitchen.
#4 Life with an Artist
Walk down the driveway surrounded by a vineyard, toward the courtyard filled with lavender and climbing roses and to a fountain with geese statuary. Entering, you will look through the house, over the infinity-edged pool at a view of the lake. To the right is an art gallery hallway with pieces by Joe Strickland, Mya Louw, David Wiley and others. Notice a “Beaded Lady” at the base of the stairs and an original Mendocino watercolor by John Zacha. Upstairs in the art studio are original paintings by the owner. Returning through the great room, you’ll see a triptych by Vicki Asp which was specially painted for the home. As you exit the gourmet kitchen under a white wisteria-covered trellis, enjoy the Provence themed landscape.
#5 The Ultimate Horse Property
A large metal rearing horse in front announces that this is a special place. The owners designed and helped build this beautiful Santa Fe inspired home. Right away you’ll see a special design in the tiled floor of the entrance. Note the kiva fireplaces, the unusual shower in the master bathroom and the lovely “gallery” room with paintings by Mya Louw and Linda Green. Anyone would be inspired to cook in this wonderful kitchen. There is an “in-law suite” with living room incorporated into the home. Don’t miss the swinging beds in the girls’ rooms or the zip line that is often put to good use in the private lake.
Participating Artists:
Cathie Andrews, Diane Ruhkala Bell, Sarah Croft, Eve Dorf, Virginia Edwards, Michele Feinberg, Ursula Johnson, Felicia Lamb, Mya Louw, Deanna Marsh, Anje Olmstead, Anna Rolin, Lynn Scholl, Joan Sexton, Carol Smyth, Judi Stickney, and Diane Tharp
Generously Sponsored By:
SureWest; NEC; KOBRA Properties; Exchange Bank; Green Acres Nursery & Supply; Janet & Gary Cino; Sir Speedy Printing, Roseville; Fazeli Investment Strategies; The Press Connection; Taber Creative Group; Darla Yetter; Bob’s Roseville Carwash; Sue Kirstein; Law Office of Garland O. Bell, Jr.; Betty Muegge; Sierra Nursery; and Diane Williams.
Music Provided By:
Floodle~flute quartet; Pete Galvan, guitarist; Mark Heggen, keyboardist; Bill Sveglini, guitarist; and Ocean’s 3~jazz trio.
Participating Food & Beverage Vendors:
Aubergine Catering; Bambu Asian Bistro; Chef Dane’s , Rocklin; Daphne’s Greek Café; Fosco’s; House of Bread; J .Benton .Furrow, Paso Robles; Jericho Coffee; The Melting Pot; Panera Bread; Randy Peters Catering & Event Planning; Rubio’s Fresh Mexican Grill, Douglas Blvd.; The Vineyards Fine Wines; Wine Shop at Home; and Wine Styles.
News Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ROSEVILLE, CA. April 2, 2007
Media Contact:
Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosecurator@surewest.net
Artists Invited to Join Online Directory
Artists are invited to participate in Roseville Arts’ online Directory of Artists, a new resource for businesses and community to connect directly to artists for exhibit and purchase options.
The Directory, which will be aligned with Roseville Arts’ new Blue Line Gallery, is accessible through a click of the mouse at www.rosevillearts.org. Complete sign-up instructions are also available by accessing the Directory on the website. Artists are required to be members of Roseville Arts and to pay a $30 annual fee. Sign-ups by April 23, 2007, are guaranteed to be online in time for an e-blast introducing the Directory to 3,500 members of the Roseville Chamber of Commerce; represented on the first postcard printing; and eligible for a jurored exhibit at the Roseville Civic Center.
“We wanted to let you know how pleased we are to be on the new Directory of Artists,” wrote Imi Lehmbrock-Hirschinger and James Hirschinger, artists of regional and international stature. “Kudos for making the new directory a terrific resource for Roseville Arts and the community. We have already gotten compliments on the Directory from our friends in Austria, Switzerland and Wisconsin!.”
The Directory of Artists will help address multiple needs in fast-growing South Placer communities. Artists will flourish through increased exposure and sale of their fine art. Businesses entering the region will use the Directory to locate quality art to display in their venues. And communities will benefit by enjoying more art in public places.
Complete information on the Directory is available at www.rosevillearts.org/directory. Questions may be directed to 916-783-4117 or roseart@surewest.net.
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ROSEVILLE, CA. April 2, 2007
Media Contact:
Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosearts@surewest.net
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Tickets Available!
"Art in the Garden" Tour Slated For May 5th
Tickets are available for Roseville Arts’ 7th annual "Art in the Garden" spring home and garden tour slated for May 5, 2007, from 10 am - 4pm. This self-guided tour, a favorite in the South Placer region, is sure to feature some of the area’s most beautiful homes and gardens.
Both incredible gardens and home interiors are highlighted on the tour. Distinguishing itself from other spring tours, Roseville Arts' event features artists "live" at the tour sites, demonstrating and displaying for purchase their works of art. From painting and sculpture to photography and children's art, there will be something to interest everyone, all in colorful spring garden settings. Live music will complement the art along with food and wine tasting, hosted by area wineries and restaurants.
Proceeds from the tour will help support the new Blue Line Gallery, scheduled to open later this year in downtown Roseville and the many arts-related activities Roseville Arts provides for both children and adults in the community.
Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased at:
- Le Petit Chateau, 1410 E. Roseville Pkwy, Roseville & 3903 Park Drive, El Dorado Hills
- Pottery World, 4419 Granite Drive, Rocklin
- Sierra Nursery, 3985 Douglas Blvd., Roseville
- The Children’s Creative Arts Center, 6210 Douglas Blvd., Granite Bay.
For more information and/or to order tickets click here or call Roseville Arts at 916-783-4117 to charge tickets by phone.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Roseville CA, March 22, 2007
Media Contact:
Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117; rosecurator@surewest.net
Click here for Reception photos.
Student Artists Honored at Exhibit Opening
City officials, businesses and visiting public joined forces on March 17th to honor student artists at the opening of Roseville Arts’ 26th annual high school Student Show, on display at the Roseville Civic Center through April 27.
Mayor Jim Gray welcomed visitors to the Civic Center and the exhibit of more than 100 student works of art from eight high schools in Granite Bay, Lincoln, Loomis, Rocklin and Roseville. The evening reception, enhanced by the music of Alex Chenyy of Rocklin and refreshments provided by NEC Electronics America, climaxed in the annual awards presentation. Sixteen student artists were awarded cash prizes—with a $250 savings bond for Best of Show—thanks to Roseville Bank of Commerce.
“The overall quality of work was tremendously impressive!” wrote judges Dana Gray, Mark Jaeger and Janet Simpson. Gray and Jaeger teach art at Encina High School in Sacramento. Simpson is a middle school art instructor in the San Juan Unified School District.
Nicole Moynier of Granite Bay High School, won Best of Show for her painting, Kids and Their Nets. The trompe l’oeil painting of butterflies in shadow boxes is for sale.
First Place Awards went to Eve Andrews, Granite Bay High School; Parker Carson, Granite Bay HS, and Carson Cussenberry, Del Oro High School. Second Place Awards went to Daniel Kraft, Granite Bay High School; Joon Park, Granite Bay High School; and Alyssa Tull, Del Oro High School. Third Place Awards went to Bryce Allison, Granite Bay High School; Jordan Kendrick, Whitney High School in Rocklin; and Joon Park, Granite Bay High School. Honorable Mentions Awards were presented to Brennah Davis, Granite Bay High School: Caitlin Hare, Whitney High School; Katt Hunt, Del Oro High School; Shawn Khorshidian, Granite Bay High School; Scott Schaus, Granite Bay High School; and Kristen Sypolt, Whitney High School.
Student Show 2007 is free and open to the public through April 27 at the Roseville Civic Center, 311 Vernon Street, Roseville 95678; M-F, 8am-5pm. Sales are handled through Roseville Arts 916.783.4117. View photos from the reception by clicking here.
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“Keep Art in our Future” campaign receives a boost!
Roseville Arts received a generous donation on March 8 from MV Public Transportation in support of its “Keep Art in our Future” capital campaign. The campaign is nearing its financial goal toward completion of Roseville Arts’ Blue Line Gallery, a 5,500 sq. ft. arts facility planned for the ground floor in the City of Roseville’s Civic Plaza Parking Structure on Vernon Street in downtown.
In a ceremony that took place in front of the construction site, MV’s founder, Alex Lodde presented the donation to Roseville Arts’ Capital Campaign Cabinet Chair, Aldo Pineschi and Roseville Arts’ Executive Director, Barbara Dolder. Taking part in the ceremony were Roseville City Manager, Craig Robinson; “Keep Art in our Future” campaign cabinet members and Roseville City Council Members Gina Garbolino and John Allard; and MV Transportation executives Jay Jeter, Rich Frost, and Phil Garth.
MV Transportation Inc. provides public transportation services to residents of Roseville. Based in Fairfield, California, MV Transportation is the largest minority and privately-owned passenger transportation firm in the country. MV contracts with more than 140 local governments and transit agencies in 26 states and the District of Columbia and employs more than 10,000 transit professionals. In a letter addressed to Roseville Arts, MV Public Transportation President, Kevin Klika wrote, “We believe the arts help to connect the generations, to appreciate what we all have in common and what makes each of us unique. A strong arts program in a community serves to empower young people, giving many the means to express themselves, and to build self esteem. The arts help to beautify, to enrich and define communities. We are proud to play a role in ensuring that the future of the arts in Roseville is secure, and we commend you for the work you do.”
To find out more about the “Keep Art in our Future” campaign and how to be a part of the effort, call Ms Dolder at 916-783-4117; email rosearts@surewest.net.
Further Information re: MV Transportation Inc: www.mvtransit.com
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Aldo Pineschi: “We appreciate this most generous donation of $10,000 from MV Transportation. MV has joined an impressive list of donors that have pledged more than $650,000 to our campaign”.
Craig Robinson: “MV Transportation provides our residents with excellent transportation services. We appreciate its generous contribution to furthering the revitalization of our downtown. The City of Roseville has invested $30 million in downtown revitalization and is implementing an aggressive economic development strategy. Roseville Arts is an integral part of our redevelopment plan as arts and cultural activities are important components of community revitalization, drawing citizens to the central city.”
Gina Garbolino: “The Blue Line Gallery will include a main gallery, a children’s gallery/classroom, a workshop, an artists’ library, and a gift shop right in the middle of Roseville’s redevelopment area. Neighborhoods within the area will most certainly benefit from having a facility within walking distance for themselves, their children and future generations to enjoy. The new center provides a wonderful cultural resource for Roseville and the greater Sacramento/South Placer region—freeway-close with plenty of parking.”
Barbara Dolder: “Amazing programs are in the works for the region that will engage our youth in positive, rewarding experiences. Schools, parents, senior citizens, business and civic partners will play important roles in the planned activities. Arts patrons will be wowed by the talent of regional and international artists, and major traveling exhibitions.”
John Allard: “We are thrilled at the degree in which the community has responded to our capital campaign thus far, and invite everyone to ‘follow the blue line’ by becoming a part of this effort. All donors will be recognized in the new facility—a place for which we can all be proud!”
 From left to right: Rich Frost, Operations Manager, MV Roseville; Phil Garth, General Manager, MV Roseville; Alex Lodde, Founder, MV Transportation Inc; Jay Jeter, Vice President of Operations, Valley Region, MV Transportation, Inc.; Barbara Dolder, Executive Director, Roseville Arts!; Aldo Pineschi, “Keep Art in our Future” Campaign Cabinet Chair; John Allard, Roseville City Council, Member Campaign Cabinet; Gina Garbolino, Vice Mayor, Roseville City Council, Member Campaign Cabinet; Craig Robinson, Roseville City Manager
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February 20, 2007
For more information,contact Beth Rohlfes
(916) 783-4117 or rosecurator@surewest.net
JPG images available upon request
26th Annual Student Show Opens At Roseville Civic Center
LOCATION: Roseville Arts! @ the Roseville Civic Center
311 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA
DATE: March 17 – April 27, 2007 Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
OPENING RECEPTION: March 17, 6:30-9pm, during 3rd Saturday Art Tour
High School Awards presentation, 7:00pm
More than 100 examples of the finest student artwork selected from high schools in Granite Bay, Lincoln, Loomis, Rocklin and Roseville will be featured in Roseville Arts' 26th annual Student Art Show and competition opening March 17 at the Roseville Civic Center.
Students will compete for coveted cash prizes, including a generous savings bond for Best of Show, thanks to the Roseville Bank of Commerce. Awards will be selected by guest judges Dana Gray and Mark Jaeger from Sacramento's Encina High School and Janet Simpson, BTSA Lead Consulting Teacher for San Juan Unified School District.
Student Show 2007 is presented this year at the Roseville Civic Center, 311 Vernon Street. Completed in May 2002 as an expansion of already existing buildings, the Center provides a central location for permit processing and bill paying at the same time it serves as a gathering place for locals and visitors. Its design nods respectfully to the old at the same time is promotes the new, making it an effective catalyst for the city's revitalization of its downtown.
This exhibit is one of Roseville Arts' travelling exhibits presented while the organization awaits its move into the Blue Line Gallery. Slated to open later this year as part of the city's multi-level parking structure on the Vernon Street, the state-of-the-art gallery is expected to inject new energy and excitement into the developing arts scene in Downtown Roseville.
The March 17 reception will be held in the Civic Center, 311 Vernon Street, Roseville, from 6:30-9:00pm, during South Placer's 3rd Saturday Art Tour. The exhibit will continue weekdays, 8:00am-5:00pm. Admission is free. Artwork is for sale.
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PRESS RELEASE
January 16, 2007
Media Contact: Veronika Nagy, Admin, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117 roseart@surewest.net
WHAT: “California in Paint and Pixels: Showcasing artwork by Imi Lehmbrock-Hirschinger & James Hirschinger”
WHEN: February 9 – February 20, 2007
WHERE: NEC Electronics America, 7501 Foothills Blvd., Roseville
TIME: Monday – Saturday, 12pm – 4pm
“California in Paint and Pixels” – Special Exhibit Hosted by NEC
NEC Electronics America in association with Roseville Arts is hosting a special exhibition showcasing the artwork of the award winning couple, Imi Lehmbrock-Hirschinger and James Hirschinger.
In 2006, at the Twenty-Fifth Art Auction Anniversary of KVIE Channel 6, they were both named "Special Collection Artists". Their works of art have been exhibited at many galleries including Sacramento’s Crocker Art Museum. Their work can also be found in many corporate, public and private collections in California and Europe.
Imi Lehmbrock-Hirschinger is a painter recognized for her innovative series of aerial paintings of the Sacramento River Valley. Her contemporary approach to painting is bold yet captures the beautiful details of the landscape.
James Hirschinger works in large scale color photography. His works are known for unique compositions and abstract interpretations of themes such as architecture, landscape, and classic automobiles.
The public is invited to view this collection of beautiful paintings and photographs of California landscapes. For more information call (916) 783-4117 or see Roseville Arts’ website at www.rosevillearts.org.
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PRESS RELEASE: For Immediate Release, October 25, 2006
Media Contact: Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117
rosecurator@surewest.net
Hi-res images available upon request
Juror Claims "Incredible Amount of Talent"
Families and community joined together Saturday evening, October 21, at the Roseville Downtown Library to celebrate what one juror claimed was "an incredible amount of talent" among young artists in the Roseville Arts 5th Annual Children’s Open Art Show.
The reception was staged at the Library at 225 Taylor Street, where 120 children’s paintings, drawings and sculpture are on display through November 17 during regular library hours: M-Th, 10am-8pm; F-Sat, 10am-5pm. The library was filled with several hundred children and their families as representatives from Roseville Arts and Roseville Library and show juror Rich Cornelius welcomed and congratulated all participants. Eighteen young artists were presented special recognition awards.
"I thought that there was an incredible amount of talent across all of the age groups," said juror Rich Cornelius, "and I would like to encourage all of the entrants to continue in art. You will only get better!!"
$500 in art supplies were presented to this year’s winners. Best of Show Award went to 10 year old Alaina Sheffield of Orangevale, for her painting "Fiesta Peppers." Awards in the 5-6 year old category went to : 1st place, Julia Paul, Fair Oaks; 2nd Katie Heikka, Roseville; 3rd Samantha Taber, Granite Bay; and Honorable Mention, Kayla Grbac, Roseville. Awards in ages 7-9 group were: 1st Mary Hynes, Roseville; 2nd Julia Anderson, Carmichael; 3rd Amanda Maurer, Sacramento; and Honorable Mention, Samantha Kidder, Roseville. Ages 10-11 awards were: 1st Brigham Gallacher, Granite Bay; 2nd Taylor Reynolds, Granite Bay; 3rd Rachel Eason, Lincoln; and Honorable Mentions to Alec Anderson of Carmichael and Phoebe Walker, Roseville. Ages 12-13 awards went to: 1st Camryn Gallacher, Granite Bay; 2nd David Ricci, Sacramento; 3rd Daniel Eason, Lincoln; and Honorable Mention, Tasia Dedenbach, Roseville.
Roseville's Downtown Library is hosting this popular children’s exhibit for the second year in a row while Roseville Arts awaits its permanent, state-of-the-art Blue Line Gallery, currently under construction on Vernon Street. Scheduled to open in mid-2007, the new building will dedicate permanent space to its children’s gallery, promising continued exhibitions of children’s art and additional space for hands-on and enrichment opportunities.
Roseville Arts offices are temporarily located at NEC Electronics America, 7501 Foothills Blvd., Roseville, CA 95747. (916) 783-4117. www.rosevillearts.org.
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PRESS RELEASE
September 27, 2006
Media Contact:
Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117
rosecurator@surewest.net
WHAT: Roseville Arts’ 5th Annual Children’s Open Art Show and Competition
Jurors, Richard Cornelius and Tom Proctor
WHEN: Receiving artwork, October 14 and 16, 10:00am-Noon
Opening reception October 21, 6:30-9pm; Awards presentation, 7pm
WHERE: Roseville Downtown Library, 225 Taylor Street in Roseville
ENTRY FEE: Enter up to 2 pieces—2-dimensional or sculpture—for $5; or 1 for $4.
CHILDREN'S ART SHOW AND COMPETITION
Roseville Arts’ 5th Annual Children’s Open Art Show, "The Gift of Art," is preparing for its October 21st opening at Roseville’s Downtown Library.
Children, ages 5-13, are invited to complete the entry form and submit artwork on Saturday, October 14 and 16, 10am – noon, at the Library, 225 Taylor Street in Roseville. Artwork must be original 2 or 3 dimensional fine art, created since Sept 1, 2005, and never before exhibited at Roseville Arts galleries. Children can enter 1 piece for $4 or 2 for $5. At least one of each child’s entries is guaranteed to be in the exhibit and eligible for prizes.
Jurors Richard Cornelius and Tom Proctor will select artwork for the exhibit and awards. All participants will receive ribbons. $500 in prizes will be awarded for one Best of Show; and 1st, 2nd and 3rd places in each of 4 age categories. Honorable Mentions may also be selected.
Artwork can be either 2 or 3 dimensional. Unframed work should be a maximum 12 x 17 inches; framed work a maximum 16 x 20 inches (outer perimeter of frame). Artwork not already in frames will be framed by Roseville Arts for the exhibit. Sculpture or pottery may be no larger than 8 inches in any direction.
The public is invited to join in the opening celebration, Saturday, October 21, 6:30-9pm, with an awards presentation at 7:00pm. The exhibit is open to the public through November 17, 2006 during regular library hours, M-Th, 10am-8pm, F-Sat, 10am 5pm at 225 Taylor Street in Roseville.
For more information call (916) 783-4117 or see Roseville Arts’ website at www.rosevillearts.org.
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PRESS RELEASE: for Immediate Release - September 7, 2006
Media Contact: Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117 rosecurator@surewest.net
Hi-res images available upon request
Winners Announced in 31st National Open Show
Roseville Arts, along with its exhibit hosts at the 2237 Gallery in Roseville, welcomed a lively crowd to the opening of its 31st Open Show on Saturday, September 2nd. Juror Tony Natsoulas was on hand to present $2000 in awards to selected artists.
Artists and admiring visitors enjoyed lively conversation, elegant finger foods donated by Il Fornaio Restaurant in the Galleria and refreshment provided by the exhibit hosts. An awards presentation congratulated juror Tony Natsoulas and the twenty-eight exhibiting artists selected from 93 who submitted work from across 14 states. $2000 in cash was presented to the ten award winners identified by Natsoulas.
Dean Moniz of Sacramento was identified as this year’s $1000 Best of Show winner with his 200 lb sculpture of sticks and wire, "Trane." Napa resident Bruce Temuchin Brown won the $500 Special Judge’s Award for his untitled piece of silver halide on copper plate.
$100 Merit Awards went to Lee Kavaljian, Sacramento; Lori Beth Katz Oakland; and Al Sincerco, Occidental.
Five Honorable Mention Awards of $50 each were presented to Karen Fulk, Wheatland; Timothy Hower, Huntington Beach; Francisco Castro, Auburn; Charles Antoine, Watertown, Massachusetts;and Michael Guberman, Meadow Vista.
Williams + Paddon Architects + Planners Inc., Lafler, Moore Connerty & Webb are hosting this 31st Annual Open Show in their 2237 Gallery while Roseville Arts awaits its new gallery, currently under construction in downtown Roseville.
The 31st Annual Open Show will continue at the 2237 Gallery, 2237 Douglas Blvd, Roseville 95661, through September 29, 2006; weekdays 7am-6pm; and September 16, 6:30-9pm during 3rd Saturday Art Tour. Most artwork in the show is for sale, with a percentage of the sales benefiting Roseville Arts. (916) 783-4117.
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PRESS RELEASE: for Immediate Release - July 31, 2006
Media Contact:
Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117 rosecurator@surewest.net
Hi-res images available upon request
What: Roseville Arts’ 31st National Open Show; Tony Natsoulas, Juror
Where: 2237 Gallery, 2237 Douglas Blvd, Roseville, CA 95661
When: Opening Reception, Saturday, Sept. 2, 6:30-9pm
3rd Saturday Art Tour, Saturday, Sept. 16, 6:30-9pm
Weekdays, Sept. 4-29, 7am-6pm
Artist Anthony Natsoulas Selects Artwork for Roseville Exhibit
Sacramento artist Anthony Natsoulas has made final selections for Roseville Arts’ 31st National Open Show. The exhibit will celebrate its opening with a reception and awards presentation at the 2237 Gallery in Roseville on September 2, 2006.
As show juror, Natsoulas selected fine artwork by 28 artists from the 93 who submitted work from 14 different states. The opening reception will feature an 8pm awards presentation announcing Natsoulas’ selection of the exhibit’s $1000 Best of Show and other cash award winners. The exhibit is open to the public September 2-29 at the 2237 Gallery, 2237 Douglas Blvd in Roseville--during the September 2 reception, 6:30-9pm; South Placer's 3rd Saturday Art Tour, September 16, 6:30-9pm; and weekdays, 7am-6pm.
"It takes a special strength to want to have one's artwork judged," wrote Natsoulas in his juror’s statement. One of the things Natsoulas keeps in mind when looking at artwork is whether or not the piece inspires him or makes him think about the world in a new way. "As artists, this is a very hard thing to control because there is such a wide degree of tastes in the world, which hinge not only on the visual aspects of a piece of art, but also on what the viewer brings to the piece."
A portion of proceeds from artwork sales will benefit the non-profit Roseville Arts as it continues to bring quality art and art-related programs to the region.
Williams + Paddon Architects + Planners Inc., Lafler, Moore Connerty & Webb are hosting this Roseville Arts exhibit for the second year in a row in their 2237 Gallery. Roseville Arts is eagerly awaiting a permanent, state-of-the-art gallery currently under construction in downtown Roseville. Its offices are temporarily located at NEC Electronics America, 7501 Foothills Blvd., Roseville, CA 95747. (916) 783-4117.
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PRESS RELEASE: For Immediate Release June 27, 2006
Media Contact:
Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117 rosecurator@surewest.net
Hi-res images available upon request
CALL TO YOUNG ARTISTS
5th Annual Children’s Art Show – “The Gift of Art”
Fine artists, ages 5-13, are invited to enter their masterpieces in “The Gift of Art,” Roseville Arts’ 5thAnnual Children’s Open Show, October 21 – November 17, 2006.
Roseville’s Downtown Library will host the exhibit for the second year in a row. Artists Tom Proctor and Richard Cornelius will serve as jurors for this year’s exhibit. Hundreds of dollars in prizes will be awarded at the opening reception on Saturday, October 21, 6:30-8:30pm at the Library, 225 Taylor Street, Roseville, CA 95678.
A complete Prospectus (click for pdf) outlining requirements and deadlines is available at www.rosevillearts.org; by sending SASE to Roseville Arts!@ NEC Electronics America; 7501 Foothills Blvd, Roseville, CA 95747; or by e-mailing rosecurator@surewest.net.
Next year’s exhibit will find itself back in Roseville Arts’ Children’s Gallery at its new, state-of-the-art facility, 405 Vernon Street. For more information call (916) 783-4117 or see website at www.rosevillearts.org.
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PRESS RELEASE: For Immediate Release June 27, 2006
Media Contact: Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117 rosecurator@surewest.net
Hi-res images available upon request
TIME-HONORED EXHIBIT ANNOUNCES WINNING ARTISTS
Roseville Arts announced the winners in its 36th Annual Membership Show last week during its exhibit in Downtown Roseville.
Hundreds of visitors enjoyed the annual exhibit over the June 17-18 weekend at the old “Roseville Antique Mall” on Vernon Street in Roseville. Fifty artists, both new and ongoing members of the 40+ year old, non-profit Roseville Arts, participated with 130 fine art pieces. Awards judge Mark Murphy selected fifteen award winners, and cash prizes were provided through the generous sponsorship of Umpqua Bank.
$200 Best of Show went to Melanie Slade Haas, Roseville, CA, for her untitled monotype/collage.
Five $75 Merit awards were presented to Suzanne Goodwin of Granite Bay for her oil painting, “Cloud Watching;” Drew Gawel, Rocklin, CA, for his “China Lamp,” a digital print with graphite and pastel; Joan Landry Lasak, Rancho Cordova, CA, for an acrylic, “Sacramento River;” Judith Stickney, Granite Bay, CA, for “Sanctuary,” a sculpture made of Italian Alabaster; and Donna Piches White, Roseville, CA, for her acrylic painting, “Union of Two.”
Nine $25 Honorable Mention award winners include George and Jo Ann Aiello, Roseville, CA, “Retort Room, Empire Mine” photography; Darlene Engellenner, Roseville, CA, “Amazing Balance,” bronze; Darlene Engellenner, Roseville, CA, “Circle of Life,” collage and acrylic; Tiffany Montano, Berry Creek, CA, “Black Kettle,” mixed oil and embelished giclee; Veronika Nagy, Sacramento, CA, “Jungle of Hair,” an engraving and aquatint; Diane Pargament, Lincoln, CA, “Roseville Train,” watercolor; Ann Ranlett, Newcastle, CA, “Blue Boy, ” watercolor on Yupo; Patrice Sims, Loomis, CA, “Color Study,” cotton, hand-dyed cotton, batik fabric; and Merridee Joan Smith, Auburn, CA, “Rae,” dyes on silk.
“I was pleased to see the diversity of prints, paintings, sculpture, photos and the fabric pieces,” said award judge, Mark Murphy. A native of Roseville, Murphy has operated design studios for original clothing and prints in Los Angeles and New York, designed record album covers and merchandised products for rock bands from offices in London and Paris. He now helps direct, produce, write, videotape, and edit programs for the City of Roseville cable station and is an active member of the region’s burgeoning arts community.
Next year’s exhibit will be in Roseville Arts’ new, state-of-the-art Blue Line Gallery, currently under construction in the first floor of the City’s new parking structure at 405 Vernon Street. For more information call (916) 783-4117 or see website at www.rosevillearts.org.
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PRESS RELEASE: For Immediate Release May 19, 2006
Media Contact: Beth Rohlfes, Curator, Roseville Arts!
(916) 783-4117 rosecurator@surewest.net
What: 5TH ANNUAL FAMILY ARTS FESTIVAL
Where: Taylor Street in Downtown Roseville, CA
When: June 17th and 18th
Time: Saturday 10-6; Sunday 11-6
Admission: FREE!
Roseville Arts’ popular family event, the 5th Annual Family Arts Festival, will offer free hands-on art activities in Downtown Roseville on June 17-18 during the Raley’s Art Wine & Music Festival.
The Family Arts area will be located on Taylor Street during the main Art Wine & Music event, Saturday, June 17, 10am-6pm, and Sunday, June 18, 11am-6pm. Creativity stations will welcome children of all ages to paint a community mural, play with clay, create a collage or draw with chalk, decorate wearable arts, create book art, learn to make pictographs and recycled art projects; plus the ever-popular face painting and caricature drawing.
Local artists Margot Comer, Jackie Swanson, Bobbie Powell, Bettina Olson, Sherry Harig and Chuck Kritzon will work alongside visitors at the creativity stations. Disney-trained artist Karen Fulk will sketch charming caricatures for a fee. And this year’s arts festival welcomes the participation of NEC Electronics, Roseville Libraries, Maidu Interpretative Center and Environmental Utilities.
Partial funding for the arts festival comes from NEC Electronics America. Volunteers can sign up at www.rosevillearts.org or call (916) 783-4117. Find sponsorship information at www.raleysfestival.com.
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ROSEVILLE ARTS ANNOUNCES ITS "KEEP ART IN OUR FUTURE" CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MEDIA CONTACT: BARBARA DOLDER, 916-797-5780
PHOTOGRAPHS AND DIGITAL IMAGES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST:
CALL OR EMAIL BARBARA DOLDER; 916-797-5780 / rosearts@surewest.net
ROSEVILLE, CA APRIL 21, 2006 The Roseville Arts capital campaign—Keep Art in our Future—is almost at goal, according to an announcement made during a reception honoring late Roseville City Councilman Earl Rush amid his collection of vintage photographs on Friday evening, April 21 in the Roseville Civic Center.
Roseville Mayor Gina Garbolino welcomed participants, including Virginia Rush, stating, “It is fitting that this announcement is being made as we pay tribute to the artistic talents of Earl Rush and to his love for the arts. As a councilman, Earl knew the importance of arts in a community, and he worked tirelessly to ensure that the arts were an integral part of the Roseville community. This exhibition not only honors the private, unheralded talents of an important public figure; it also symbolizes the value of the public-private partnership between The City of Roseville and Roseville Arts.”
In an extraordinary public-private alliance, the City of Roseville is providing Roseville Arts with 5,000 square feet on the first floor of the new Vernon Street parking structure. The organization’s new home will be known as “the blue line gallery.” The “Keep Art in our Future” capital campaign is being conducted to fund tenant improvements in the new space.
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