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SUMMARY:Introduction to Blacksmithing @ Craig Kaviar Forge
DESCRIPTION:Hear the ringing of the anvil. Learn some of the basics of Blacksmithing. In this class the students will learn the proper use of the hammer\, tongs and anvil. \nStudents will have the opportunity to use either a natural gas or coal forge. In this class we will explore basic blacksmithing techniques including tapering\, upsetting\, forging a shape point\, and twisting while we hand forge square nails and J hooks. \nThis class is appropriate for both novices and experienced smiths who want to sharpen their skills. All tools and supplies are provided. \nThe students are expected to provide their own personal safety equipment including eye and hearing protection\, as well as sturdy leather shoes.The class is fully refundable until 8 days before the class starts. Cancellations after that date are nonrefundable. \n“Under a spreading chestnut-tree\n⁠The village smithy stands;\nThe smith\, a mighty man is he\,\nWith large and sinewy hands\,\nAnd the muscles of his brawny arms\nAre strong as iron bands.”Henry Wadsworth Longfellow ⁠ \n  \n***Description from Eventbrite page
URL:https://things-to-lou.com/events/introduction-to-blacksmithing-craig-kaviar-forge/
LOCATION:Craig Kaviar Forge\, 147 Stevenson Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception for "Form Not Function" Art Show
DESCRIPTION:The Cultural Arts Center is pleased to present the returning Form\, Not Function: Quilt Art Biennial exhibition\, featuring 20 quilts selected by guest jurors Michelle Amos\, Terry Jarrard-Dimond\, and Kevin Womack.\nOpening Reception: \nThursday\, January 16th\, 5 P.M. – 7 P.M.\nJuror’s Talk with Michelle Amos and Kevin Womack\, 5 P.M. – 6 P.M. \nEnjoy complimentary appetizers\, non-alcoholic beverages\, and live music from the Jamey Aebersold Jazz Quartet as you explore Form\, Not Function. Follow us online to discover more exciting opportunities to engage with us further during this exhibition. \nThis year’s exhibiting artists are: \nMindy Brown\nBetty Busby\nLisa Chin\nShin-hee Chin\nSandy Curran\nKim Eichler-Messmer\nValerie Goodwin\nMarla Hattabaugh\nLinda Witte Henke\nLaurel Izard\nSusan Lapham\nPhyllis Lear\nNiraja Lorenz\nDenise Oyama Miller\nKathy Nida\nPat Pauly\nMichele Heather Pollock\nEden Quispe\nPaulette Schermerhorn\nKathy Suprenant
URL:https://things-to-lou.com/events/opening-reception-for-form-not-function-art-show/
LOCATION:The Cultural Arts Center\, 201 E Spring St\, New Albany\, IN\, 47150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Poetry Slam @ KMAC
DESCRIPTION:Our next Poetry Slam will take place on Saturday\, January 25th\, 5:30-7:30 PM. \n​​KMAC Poetry Slams are one of Louisville’s premiere slam poetry events.\nTaking place on the last Saturday of each month (unless otherwise noted)\, the Slam is a competition amongst local poets and juried by audience members. This event is made possible by the Lance Newman\, a.k.a Mr. SpreadLove\, and Young Poets of Louisville. \nAdmission to the KMAC Poetry Slam is free. \nFor those interested in competing\, please arrive ten minutes early to register with the Slam host\, Lance Newman. There will be a $10 fee for competitors. We recommend having one poem prepared or each of the three rounds. Poems must be no longer than three minutes each. Each poem will be judged on a scale from 0.0 to 10 by five randomly selected audience members. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place winners. \n​To stay up-to-date on KMAC Poetry Slams\, check our events calendar or follow us on social media. For more information\, please contact KMAC’s Visitor Services Team at info@kmacmuseum.org or at 502.589.0102. \nLance G. Newman II was raised in Louisville\, Kentucky. \nHe is a writer\, poet\, host\, actor\, performing\, visual and teaching artist. His experience is the culmination of a 16 year career performing around the country. As a playwright\, he helped create plays such as the Smoketown Poetry Opera\, The Westend Poetry Opera \, and The Blood Always Returns. Under the name Mr. SpreadLove\, he teaches his creative writing and public speaking curriculum in schools\, community centers and service providing organizations. He hosts the largest and longest running poetry slam in Louisville\, created the public art “LITS Project” on 4th Street\, and has been featured in newspapers\, commercials and the feature film Frathouse. Newman is better known by the moniker ‘Mr. SpreadLove\,’ a local man of worldly talent
URL:https://things-to-lou.com/events/poetry-slam-kmac/
LOCATION:KMAC\, 715 W Main Street\, Louisville\, KY\, 40202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Public Speakers
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