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january
19novallday28janallday7th Annual Juried Exhibition(All Day)
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7th Annual Juried Exhibition at Landis House, 67 N. Fourth Street, Newport Original artwork in a variety of media will be displayed during PCCA’s Annual Juried Exhibition. Landis House is open on Fridays
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7th Annual Juried Exhibition at Landis House, 67 N. Fourth Street, Newport
Original artwork in a variety of media will be displayed during PCCA’s Annual Juried Exhibition.
Landis House is open on Fridays and 3rd Saturdays, from 11 am to 3 pm. We will be closed on November 26, and from December 24 – January 2.
Time
November 19 (Friday) - January 28 (Friday)
Organizer
Perry County Council of the Arts717-567-7023
26jan10:00 amEvent CancelledPoetry Out Loud10:00 am Juniata County Library
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Area high schools will compete in PCCA's regional Poetry Out Loud competition, as part of the nationwide poetry recitation contest. Poetry Out Loud helps students master public speaking skills, build
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Area high schools will compete in PCCA’s regional Poetry Out Loud competition, as part of the nationwide poetry recitation contest. Poetry Out Loud helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence and learn about their literary heritage.
Schools and students from Perry, Juniata, Mifflin, Montour, Snyder, Union and Northumberland are eligible to compete in PCCA’s regional competition, but must register prior. This event is free and open to the public.
Time
(Wednesday) 10:00 am
Location
Juniata County Library
498 Jefferson Street
Organizer
Perry County Council of the Arts717-567-7023
february
05feballdayalldayEntry Deadline: Youth Art Day 2022(All Day: saturday)
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Perry County students are invited to submit artwork for Perry County Council of the Arts’ annual YOUTH ART DAY! 🎨 Categories include... VISUAL ART VIDEO COMIC ART POETRY ESSAY SHORT STORY GRAPHIC DESIGN Cash Prizes include Best-in-Show - awarded
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Perry County students are invited to submit artwork for Perry County Council of the Arts’ annual YOUTH ART DAY! 🎨
Categories include…
VISUAL ART
VIDEO
COMIC ART
POETRY
ESSAY
SHORT STORY
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Cash Prizes include Best-in-Show – awarded to a Jr./Sr. visual artist, and People’s Choice – event attendees vote for their favorite piece of art
All application forms and digital entries must be submitted ONLINE by FEBRUARY 5.
In addition, visual art entries must be physically delivered by February 19 to PCCA Gallery, 1 S. 2nd St., Newport, which will be open to receive entries from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Regular gallery hours are Wed-Sat, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Youth Art Day 2022 will be held on Saturday, April 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Greenwood High School in Millerstown.
Visit perrycountyarts.org/youth-art-day for full guidelines and to submit your entries.
Time
All Day (Saturday)
Organizer
Perry County Council of the Arts717-567-7023
19feb9:00 am12:00 pmRug Hooking WorkshopClass9:00 am - 12:00 pm Landis House - Creative Commons
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Create a small mat of your choice from a list of approved rug hooking kits. You will learn
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Create a small mat of your choice from a list of approved rug hooking kits. You will learn how to design your own rugs, what tools and equipment are needed, and all the steps that are necessary to complete a hooked project.
Instructor Kathy Eckhaus will familiarize participants with traditional rug hooking using wool strips and linen backing and introduce them to the history of the craft in Perry County.
Instructor: Kathy Eckhaus
Location: Landis House, 67 N. 4th Street, Newport, PA
Ages 16 and up
Maximum of 6 students
Registration Fee: $40, or $30 for PCCA members
Please register by February 1.
There are 2 steps to registering for this workshop:
1. Registering for the workshop
2. Ordering your rug hooking kit ($75-$95).
After registering, you will be contacted with kit options that you can order. This is a separate payment.
A hook is provided with your registration fee. You must order your other necessary workshop supplies.
Pre-registration is needed for the instructor to begin preparations and to ensure we meet enrollment minimums.
This is an in-person workshop. Proper mask wearing and social-distancing measures will be in place.
Snow date is February 26.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Landis House - Creative Commons
67 N. 4th Street, Newport, PA 17074
Organizer
Perry County Council of the Arts717-567-7023
march
BASKET WEAVING: Small Market Basket
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Landis House - Creative Commons
- 67 N. 4th Street, Newport, PA 17074
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Create your own small market basket from natural rattan reeds while learning basic weaving techniques with local basket maker and instructor Teena Beutel! Students should dress comfortably. A supply kit is included in the cost of the workshop.
Masks must be worn properly by all students and the instructor. Hand sanitizer will be provided. Maximum of 6 students to allow for social distancing.
For students ages 12 and older
Cost: $55 per student, $50 for PCCA Members. A supply kit is include in the cost.
Please register by February 25.
Please submit a completed Registration Form and your payment.
General Rate: $55
Not a member? Join PCCA and receive discounted rate!
PCCA Member Rate: $50
If you select this rate, please be certain you are a current member or be prepared to join our ranks! PCCA members pay an annual fee for special invitations and discounts.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location
Landis House - Creative Commons
67 N. 4th Street, Newport, PA 17074
Organizer
Perry County Council of the Arts717-567-7023
26mar3:00 pm5:00 pmPerryLive presents Charlie Zahm3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Landis House - Creative Commons
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RESCHEDULED FROM JANUARY 9 Join us for an intimate concert with Charlie Zahm, one of the strongest voices in Celtic, Maritime and traditional American music! His one-of-a-kind baritone voice has made
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RESCHEDULED FROM JANUARY 9
Join us for an intimate concert with Charlie Zahm, one of the strongest voices in Celtic, Maritime and traditional American music! His one-of-a-kind baritone voice has made him one of the most successful performers on the Celtic festival circuit. Experience the “History of the Jacobite Risings in Song and Story” followed by a wide range of Scottish and Irish songs. As a master of the guitar, Charlie brings love, respect and humor to the music he performs, and he will draw you into the stories of his songs. Stick around after the concert for a chance to meet the performer, and to explore Landis House.
Admission: $5
Doors open at 2:30 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE: This event will require attendees to show evidence of their full vaccination against COVID-19 or proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of the performance start time or a negative COVID-19 antigen test taken within 24 hours of performance time. In addition, attendees are required to wear masks and to bring a valid photo ID to the performance.
Time
(Saturday) 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Landis House - Creative Commons
67 N. 4th Street, Newport, PA 17074
april
02apr11:00 am3:00 pmYouth Art Day 202211:00 am - 3:00 pm Greenwood High School
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Enjoy a showcase of visual art and literary talent from Perry County students in kindergarten through 12th grade. The event features a large student art exhibition, literature readings and creative
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Enjoy a showcase of visual art and literary talent from Perry County students in kindergarten through 12th grade. The event features a large student art exhibition, literature readings and creative kids’ activities.
Admission is $4 for adults and students are free.
An awards ceremony will begin at 3:15 p.m. to recognize those students whose entries exhibited exemplary talent, including “Best in Show” and “People’s Choice” for visual art.
Youth Art Day is generously sponsored by Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, abc27, Sheetz, and the Hall Foundation.
Learn more at http://www.perrycountyarts.org/youth-art-day/
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Greenwood High School
405 East Sunbury Street, Millerstown, PA 17062
Organizer
Perry County Council of the Arts717-567-7023