Lights On Party for Theatre of Terror

Here are some of the characters that attended our fundraiser "Lights On Party for the Theatre of Terror last Friday night at the Fremont Centre Theatre.

The Theatre Of Terror is open this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (24, 25, 26) from 6:30 - 11:00 pm.
Come join the fund and be very very scared!!!!!!!

Tickets are available online at www.eviltwinstudios.com for $10 or $12 at the door. Bring your Friends if they aren't chicken.

Second Annual SPARC Juried Exhibition ~ Call for Entries!

South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC) announces its second annual juried exhibition, October 30 - November 30, 2013 at the So Pas Gallery.  SPARC members are invited to submit visual media work completed within the last three years for consideration. Opening reception will take place on Saturday, November 9, from 6-8pm.

Also, don't miss The Black Tongued Bells tomorrow, September 5, from 5-6:30pm, at the 3rd Annual SPARC "End of Summer Concert Celebration" on the lawn in Library Park at 1115 El Centro.

Click here for more details:
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Second-Annual-SPARC-Juried-Exhibition---Call-for-Entries-.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=fj1gQ2aM-4k

Theatre of Terror Haunted House & "Lights On Party"

Coming Soon to Fremont Center Theatre:
Theatre of Terror  ~ A Horrifying Haunted House!

Be the first to experience the Theatre of Terror on October 18th.  Join us for a private costume party and exclusive VIP Haunted House backstage "lights on" tour event.

Click here for details on the event, purchase tickets or volunteer to be part of the event.
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/SPARC-Fundraiser--Theatre-of-Terror-Haunted-House----Lights-On-Party-.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=j6O0elzRHNk

SPARC Lab Kicks Off September 15th!

Introducing SPARC Lab ~ a series of bi-monthly meetings designed to bring together visual, performing and media artists, writers, designers, art lovers and those working in the industry with the goal to provide inspiration, collaboration, networking, and professional development opportunities in a fun and casual environment.

The first SPARC Lab meeting will be held Sunday, September 15th, from 7-9pm at Fremont Center Theatre.  We hope to see you there!

Click here for more information.
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/SPARC-Lab-Kicks-Off-September-15th-.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=R-Q1YTXR7U0

Aug & Spet Member Events

Check out The Black Tongued Bells at the 3rd Annual SPARC "End of Summer Concert Celebration" on September 5 from 5-6:30pm on the lawn in Library Park at 1115 El Centro.

Click below for the full list of Aug/Sept SPARC Member Events!

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Aug---Sept-Member-Events.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=EIuAZQEq8Bo

SPARC and Arts Crawl Events

Saturday, July 13th 5-9pm                                             Come out for the Arts Crawl, add your stories to the "Mission Street Scroll" project, help create the "Diving Into Art" swimming pool mosaic and enjoy contributing to our vibrant arts community.  Clink on the link for more info.                                                           

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/SPARC-and-Arts-Crawl-Events.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=qDTEqAE0Pus

June & July Member Events

"Ride the High Country" Film Screening 

South Pasadena Library Event, Community Room

Thursday, June 6th, 7pm

Now considered one of the last great movie westerns, "Ride The High Country" was the film that put director Sam Peckinpah on the map. Featuring South Pasadena's own Joel McCrea  "The Last of the Great Cowboy Film Heroes." 

Master of Ceremonies will be acclaimed Cowboy Poet, Larry Maurice who will perform some of his cowboy poems too.

Check out what else is going in town in June & July!

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/June---July-Member-Events.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=ztrj0sDtD0c

SPARC Stage at the Eclectic Music Festival

The South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC) will be hosting free events at the Fremont Centre Theatre as part of the Eclectic Music Festival on Saturday, May 4th from 2-10pm.  Click here for more details:

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/SPARC-Stage-at-the-Eclectic-Music-Festival.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=63GZcaoQe_U

SPARC April & May Member Events

SPARC @ The 5th Annual South Pasadena Eclectic Music Festival

      Saturday, May 4, 2:00-10:00pm

SPARC is excited to be hosting the SPARC STAGE at The 5th Annual South Pasadena Eclectic Music Festival at Fremont Centre Theatre.  At the SPARC STAGE we are planning a terrific lineup of eclectic music and spoken word performances.

Additionally, back by popular demand, we are bringing out our infamous Giant Easels for the community to come and create art. We will set up the easels outside of the Theatre and supply everything you need to be creative.  

Check out other member events in April and May.

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/April---May-Member-Events.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=he0N3AfSOKY

Come Enjoy the South Pasadena Arts Crawl with SPARC!

March 2, 5-9pm

Visit the link below for a full list of SPARC & Member events taking place during the South Pasadena Arts Crawl

Including a SPARC Mixer & Sneak Preview of the Film "Voices For The Arts"
featuring local citizens, artists, performers and musicians sharing their first memories of the arts. Previews at 5:30pm & 6:30pm. SoPas Gallery,1121 Mission St. http://myemail.constantcontact.com/SPARC-and-Arts-Crawl-Events.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=GXeoUYNQ_pc

February & March Member Events

Upcoming Member Events in February & March,
including theatre, gallery & musical events in So. Pasadena!

Visit link below for more information.

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/February---March-Member-Events.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=tk985Ix7_BM

SPARC Art Education Advocacy YES ON S

Dear Arts Supporters, Members,

and Friends of SPARC,

As many of you know SPARC is actively engaged in support of arts and arts education in the community. As part of our plan for 2013 we will be working on supporting a more robust arts education program in SPUSD.

What you might not know is that due to the state budget crisis SPUSD last year lost the visual arts teacher at the elementary schools. The music and drama teachers were spared because the residents supported Measure S, which supplemented the SPUSD budget. This measure will expire in June.  The YES ON S committee is working hard to renew this measure and ensure that several positions, including the music and drama teachers will not be eliminated.

SPARC will be taking an official position in support of this measure and hope that many of you will support the initiative when it comes time to vote (February and March).

If you are interested in being a part of the advocacy effort and join us for a Donor Reception on January 25th, please visit SPARC-Arts-Education-Advocacy for more information.

Website Contributors Needed

Contributors Needed 

We are looking for writers to post articles, interviews with artists/art patrons, arts organizations; photographers and videographers to contribute art and cultural event images for posting on the site.

If interested please contact Howard Spector, Co- Director at info@sopasartscouncil.com.

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Content-Needed-for-New-SPARC-Website.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=7ai4OB-ZKOE

Fall Arts Crawl This Weekend!

As part of the Fall Arts Crawl, join SPARC in celebrating our 1st Member Exhibit at the SouthPas Gallery at the Chamber of Commerce! Opening reception starts at 5pm.

There will also be an interactive chalk mural at the Colonial House Pre-School in the Payke Gymnastics
parking lot. Visit link below for more information.
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Art-Crawl-This-Weekend-.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=-QvzLwICa6Q

Volunteers Needed for Arts Crawl

Arts Crawl Event: Sunday, October 27 from 5-8pm

SPARC Interactive Chalk Mural 

Artists and SPARC Volunteers Needed!!

SPARC will also be developing its next interactive community project, a chalk mural on the side wall of the Colonial House Pre-School, 1124 Mission St, in the Payke Gymnastics parking lot from 5-8pm.  We are looking for artists and other volunteers to work on the mural and assist community members who want to participate in the mural creation. Contact Howard Spector, howarddspector@gmail.com  to sign up to assist. 

October & November Events!

Upcoming SPARC & Member Events

Click link below for a calendar of happenings in October & November, including the South Pasadena Art Walk on Oct. 27 & The SPARC Member's Exhibition at the SoPas Gallery!

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/October---November-Events.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=5sSDXbXO68Q

Call to ARTISTS: SPARC Member Exhibition

The South Pasadena Arts Council announces its first juried members exhibition, from October 23 - November 30, 2012 at the So Pas Gallery,1121 Mission Street.

The Opening Reception will take place on October 27th, from 6-10 pm, in conjunction with the popular Fall Arts Crawl, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce.

Eligibility: The exhibition is open to all current paid SPARC member artists at least 18 years of age, living and/or working in California. Membership for artists is $30/yr.

Artists are invited to submit up to 10 digital images of two or three-dimensional work completed within the last three years. SPARC is interested in works in any visual media, including, but not limited to painting, drawing, computer-generated images, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics and photography.

Juror:  Katya Shaposhnik is the co-founder and gallery director at SPACE - South Pasadena Arts Center. With a background in art history and photography, she is passionate about the Arts, arts education and advocacy, and believes that support for the Arts is a pillar of civilized society. 

Submission Deadline:  All entries must be submitted no later than midnight, Friday, September 28, 2012.

How to submit: Artists will mail a CD with jpeg images, a check, and the entry form to:

SPARC Members Exhibition

P.O. Box 3272

South Pasadena, California 91031

If you want the CD returned to you, please include a SASE. Please include the entry form, which is attached to this email, with your entry. 

Submission form: SPARC Call for Entries

For additional  information email Howard Spector, Co-Director of SPARC at
info@SoPasArtsCouncil.com or by phone: 310-741-7650.

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/SPARC-Member-s-Exhibition-.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=K90yoj_dcb4

New SPARC Member Discounts!

SPARC Members save $5.00 off theatre tickets and $10 discount on marbling paper workshop.
Click below for more details:

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/SPARC-Member-Discounts.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=RpugVFldrW8

This Weekend! Saturday 14 @ 6-9pm

Join SPARC for the Summer 2012 Arts Crawl!

For a list of SPARC events at the Fremont Centre Theatre visit:
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/SPARC-Art-Crawl-Events.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=ruuoOFLWgH

June & July Member Events!

Sat. June 16 @ 5pm - FREE Danza Floricanto/USA In Front of the SoPas Library Community Room, 1115 El Centro St.

Danza Floricanto/USA presents its tribute to the company's Mexican traditions inspired by the rich traditions of the Mexican community. 
Presented by The South Pasadena Arts Council, Vecinos de South Pasadena, and the South Pasadena Public Library. Floricanto's program celebrates the traditional music and dance styles from Mexico. The selections range from the popular contemporary Fandangos of Veracruz, a rich amalgam of the indigenous Spanish and African roots of that area of Mexico. Floricanto will be accompanied by the renowned Cesar Castro, a well-known "jaranero" from Veracruz Mexico and his group Cambalache. Floricanto's long time musical collaborators, Mariachi Mexicapan, led by Ray Medina, will round out the festivities.

South Pasadena Businesses - Save the Date! South Pasadena Arts Crawl Sat. July 14 @ 5-9pm

Businesses, Artists and Arts Organizations: Join us for a Summertime Arts Crawl in Wonderful, Walkable South Pasadena Arts Crawl: It's a "Neighborhood Night-on-the-Town" 
The Arts Crawls in October 2011 and February 2012 were well-attended and generated traffic and sales for many restaurants and merchants. The plan, going forward, is to host four of these annually, with one being simultaneous with the Eclectic Music Festival. Mark your calendars: on Saturday July 14th the Chamber will coordinate and promote this event to bring customers to your store, restaurant or gallery at no charge to you! You simply stay open for the event and offer some special that we can promote - a discount, trunk sale, or an arts demonstration or showcase. Please let us know if you plan to participate. The South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce will do all the work. We'll even help you to plan your own evening - by matching you with artists or arts organizations from the community for your location. or...You might want to book your own live musicians, or activity, and simply let us know so we can promote it. 


Hold an Open House 
Host a Musician or Painter 
Have a Sale Provide a Crafts Demonstration Space 
Host a Local Nonprofit 
Tell us Your Idea! 
For information on how to get your business or organization more involved, email: Laurie Wheeler or call (626) 441-2339

For a Full List of SPARC Member Events in June & July visit: http://myemail.constantcontact.com/June---July-Events.html?soid=1101304667313&aid=78Yra34v-3Q