Let there be light at art gallery in Derby

Sharing some good news from the Valley Arts Council:

The unnamed behemoth that controls electricity turned the power back on this afternoon at the Gallery@37, 37 Elizabeth St., Derby. 
As a member of the arts council, I say "Hooray!" 

And to quote Tangelene Ramsay, gallery administrator: "Having the lights off was a hardship; however, it was also a blessing. It gave us an opportunity to look at our future and make some changes. I, for one, am extremely excited at where these changes are taking us. Stay tuned folks! There is so much more to come!"

Valley Arts Council prez pens post that touches many readers

Do unto others ...
DERBY - Valley Arts Council President Rich DiCarlo wrote on Facebook about an experience he had Friday at the Gallery @ 37.

His post and photo reprinted with permission below got many Facebook likes. 

That man way down at the corner is Joe, a widower, veteran, and a gentle soul who strolled into the gallery to admire a cat painting that Johnny had on display in the gallery sidewalk sale.

He told me all about his kitten and the joy it brought into his life and how he now can't wait to get home. He looked at the painting and told me how one of the kittens looks just like his friend ... I told him it was only fifteen dollars... He said he couldn't afford it so he walked away ... He got two doors down ... 

'Hey Joe!' I called. He walked back. I handed him the painting and told him 'you forgot your painting.'
Every once in a while...little things take precedence ... Yeah our lights are out and the arts council needs the money... [but] there are many things in life more important than the money."

I wonder if UI knows that.

Sidewalk sale Saturday in Derby to benefit Valley Arts Council

A note from President Rich DiCarlo:

Come to the Gallery @ 37 from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday at 37 Elizabeth St., Derby.

We're having a huge Mother's Day sidewalk sale!

Lots of great gift ideas! 

Handmade pottery, jewelry, paintings, sculpture, photography and more!

Valley Arts Council participating in 'The Great Give'

Sharing a message from Council President Rich DiCarlo:

Valley Arts Council sidewalk sale continues today in Derby

There are some great deals to be had on unique pieces of art - paintings, pottery, photography, jewelry - at the Gallery at 37, 37 Elizabeth St. in Derby. The sale will run from noon to 6 p.m. today.

I got a beautiful piece of pottery created by an Oxford artist for just $5 ~ we marked down all of the pottery and jewelry to $5. Priced to sell!

One-of-a-kind art makes a unique and thoughtful gift...and Mother's Day and Father's Day are right around the corner! 

Stop by!

Valley Arts Council holding sidewalk sale Saturday and Sunday in Derby

Valley Arts Council President Rich DiCarlo paints a sign Friday afternoon in a dark Gallery at 37, 37 Elizabeth St., Derby. The nonprofit arts organization that serves the Valley is unable to pay its electric bill, and DiCarlo has organized this weekend's sidewalk sale to raise funds.
Come check out the original artwork, from paintings, photography, and pottery to sculpture and jewelry.

THE VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL IS HAVING A HUGE SIDEWALK ART SALE!

This weekend!

Saturday 

Noon til 7 p.m.

Sunday 

Noon til 6 p.m.

at the Gallery@37

37 Elizabeth St.

Derby

Select art priced to sell ... 

Everything must go

Please spread the word!

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Sidewalk sale slated at Gallery at 37 in Derby

A note from President Rich DiCarlo:

THE VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL IS HAVING A HUGE SIDEWALK ART SALE!

This weekend!

Saturday 

Noon til 7 p.m.

Sunday 

Noon til 6 p.m.

at the Gallery@37

37 Elizabeth St.

Derby

Select art priced to sell... 

Everything must go

Please spread the word!

Valley Arts Council seeks members, fresh ideas

From the Valley Arts Council Facebook page:

"We are seeking those who are artists and photographers to step forward and be an active member of the Valley Arts Council. 

"We need creative, open-minded decision makers to assist in the day to day operations (keeping the organization afloat and full of ideas and concepts to keep things fresh and fun).

"It's actually a fun, enriching experience!"

Artists serve up 'Slice of Life' at gallery in Derby

Valley Arts Council President Rich DiCarlo, left, presents a second place People's Choice Award to Derby artist George Pudimat Friday at the Gallery@37 in Derby. Pudimat was recognized for his creative "Zero to Eighty" concept piece pictured below. DiCarlo described it as "visually transforming." 

"Zero"

to 

"Eighty"

DiCarlo said he was pleased with the turnout. More than 100 folks came by the gallery to take in the artwork, meet the artists, vote for their favorite piece, and of course enjoy some wine and cheese (and pizza!).

The gallery was rocking throughout the evening with entertainment provided by talented guitarists Jonathan Siksay and Jon Hollywood.
They performed original pieces and popular songs from yesterday and today.

Gallery at 37 in Derby to host 'Slice of Life' exhibit

DERBY - Sharing info from Valley Arts Council President Rich DiCarlo's Facebook page:

CHECK OUT THE GALLERY@37's
"Slice of Life" art exhibit this Friday at 7 p.m.!
Two live musical performers, light refreshments, great art and it's FREE, open to the public!

Please spread the word!

The Gallery@37 is at 37 Elizabeth St. Join us!

Valley Arts Council's next exhibit is about 'life'

Reception slated in March at Gallery@37 in Derby

DERBY - As a member of the Valley Arts Council I'm looking forward to participating in our next show in March at the Gallery@37, 37 Elizabeth St.

I enjoy taking photos with my point-and-shoot, and have learned how to mat and frame prints properly with the help of our fearless leader, President Rich DiCarlo.

This promises to be a unique show. The theme is rather "generic," so anything goes.

As DiCarlo said on the Gallery's Facebook page:

"Life is a series of moments.
They are good and bad, happy and sad. It's people places and things, it's animals, nature, it's everything! We want you to
Capture a moment through your art or photography.
The exhibit is open to all artists, photographers and poets! Visit www.valley arts council.org for details and application.


Opening Reception: Friday, March 27th. Art drop-offs at Gallery @37, 37 Elizabeth St., Derby: 

Thursday 3/19, Friday 3/20 Saturday 3/21 - check for times to be posted soon
VAC members $20 first entry, $10 for second.
Non-members $35 first entry- $10 second.
Limit 2 entries per artist."

Browse the Valley Arts Council's Gallery at 37 in Derby

You'll find one-of-a-kind gifts: paintings, sculpture, jewelry, and more. Stop by!

Gallery in Derby hosts spooky art show

Skull created by Oxford artist Tangelene Ramsay.

DERBY - Check out lots of spooky art at the Gallery@37, 37 Elizabeth St.
The Valley Arts Council's Night Gallery exhibit ends soon. Don't miss it!

And have a Happy Halloween!

It's time to get spooked out at gallery in Derby

Valley Arts Council to host reception

This entry for Night Gallery is by Shelton artist Len Grayeck

I'm posting this as a reminder that the reception for the Valley Arts Council's Night Gallery starts at 6 p.m. today.

The gallery is at 37 Elizabeth St., Derby.

Please check out last Friday's post here.

Spooky artwork sought for gallery in Derby