The Community Art School of the Alleghany Highlands
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UPCOMING EVENTS
BILL STAINES - Saturday, MAY 5th, 7:00 pm
The mayfaire - may 5, 10-5 & may 6, 11-4
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BILL STAINES
Concert in The Gallery Saturday, MAY 5th, 7:00 pm $15 in advance, $20 at door Cash bar (age 21+) & snacks available Concert is part of our MayFaire Gift & Garden Market weekend celebration! "Folk music is rich in the human spirit and experience." For over 41 years, Bill continues to perform more than 175 shows and drives close to 70,000 miles per year. He is one of the most durable and beloved singers on the folk music scene today! Bill's music is a slice of Americana, reflecting with the same ease his feelings about the prairie people of the Midwest or the adventurers of the Yukon, the on-the-road truckers, or the everyday workers that make up this land. Staines has written over 300 songs and recorded 26 albums; The Happy Wanderer and One More River were winners of the prestigious Parents' Choice Award, taking a gold medal and silver medal respectively. His songs have been recorded by many artists including: Peter, Paul, and Mary, Tommy Makem and Liam Clancy, The Highwaymen, Mason Williams, Grandpa Jones, Jerry Jeff Walker, Nanci Griffith, Glen Yarborough. He weaves a blend of gentle wit and humor into his performances, "He has a sense of timing to match the best standup comic." Nanci Griffith says, “Bill Staines has been my hero since 1977. He carries on where Woody left off, carrying on the tradition of stories and characters you wish you knew.” In the fall of 2015 New England's Yankee Magazine, published it's 80th Anniversary Issue and, Bill was chosen as "One of the 80 gifts New England has given to America." Take a listen, or two to Bill now. Proceeds benefit Clifton Forge School of the Arts programs. Event SPONSORED by: HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY BANK - People you can count on. Banking you can trust.
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The MayFaire Saturday, May 5, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday, May 6, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Brought to you by the people who offer our region’s popular Kriskindlmarkt, Clifton Forge School of the Arts is transforming its fabulous Mill, garden, and the banks of Smith Creek for The MayFaire, a celebration of Spring and the arts, to give visitors an opportunity to purchase plants of all kinds (bedding, perennials, hanging, and unique), and quality, handmade gifts by 30+ talented artisans for the home, garden, gardener, and Mother’s Day. Workshops on Fairy Gardens, Herb Gardens, and Mosaic Glass Stepping Stones. Outstanding Raffle and Silent Auctions sure to please Mom, and because nothing is more wonderful than a delicious picnic on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, we are holding an exciting Silent Auction of Gourmet Picnics made by area chefs to benefit Lisa’s Kitchen, a local community service program. Click here for full details. |
current gallery exhibit
"Paintings and the decorative arts"
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Richard Landon scruggs
The artist is Richard Landon Scruggs, Richard is a leader in the restoration of old and antique furniture throughout Virginia, the mid-Atlantic states, Florida and New York. A 1964 graduate of Covington High School, Richard studied the art of decorative painting with Gladys Chandler in San Francisco and returned there later for additional study of techniques and finishes. He was Display Director for the Miller and Rhoads Department Stores in western Virginia, and Montaldo's Specialty Stores in Richmond. In 1973, he opened an antiques and decorative arts business in Alexandria, Virginia, eventually moving the business to Richmond. In 2005, Richard returned to the Alleghany Highlands, currently in Low Moor, where he has selectively pursued the restoration of paintings and furniture from clients throughout the country.
This exhibit will close on Saturday, May 26.
Hours for viewing are: Tuesdays through Fridays at 10 a.m to 4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm.
There is no charge. The public is invited.
This exhibit will close on Saturday, May 26.
Hours for viewing are: Tuesdays through Fridays at 10 a.m to 4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm.
There is no charge. The public is invited.
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GIFT CERTIFICATES:
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* Add the recipient details in the "ORDER NOTES" box as you check out. We will mail the certificate(s) to you, or directly to recipient(s) with your personalized message. Gift Certificates are also available locally at the School. Questions, please call 540-862-7275.
HERITAGE DAY - Saturday, June 2, 2018
in Downtown Clifton Forge
Special exhibit of Barn Quilts by artist Andrea Curry & activities at the School of the Arts
in Downtown Clifton Forge
Special exhibit of Barn Quilts by artist Andrea Curry & activities at the School of the Arts
BLUE GRASS JAM 3RD FRIDAY EVERY MONTH!! 7PM, FREE.
🌲 SAVE THE DATE! 🌲
7th Annual Kriskindlmarkt | NOVEMBER 16-17, 2018
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Clifton Forge School of the Arts
The community art school of the Alleghany Highlands The Clifton Forge School of the Arts is a private non-profit organization, that is dedicated to teaching the fine and applied arts to children, teens and adults living in the Alleghany Highlands and beyond. The School, located in the heart of downtown Clifton Forge, opened its doors in January 2011. Since then it has enrolled approximately 7,000 students. it is housed in two historic buildings on Church Street, encompassing a nearly two-acre specimen-garden. Our activities are funded in part by private donors, The Alleghany Foundation, Richard S. Reynolds Charitable Foundation, The William Reynolds Foundation, The Community Foundation of Rockbridge, Bath and Alleghany, The Virginia Commission For The Arts and The Town of Clifton Forge. |
CLIFTON FORGE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
518 CHURCH STREET
CLIFTON FORGE, VA 24426
540-862-7275
518 CHURCH STREET
CLIFTON FORGE, VA 24426
540-862-7275
