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Summer Wrap Up! |
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Up Next: Swansong |
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Saturday, September 12 6 - 8 pm, Doors open at 5:30 pm
Looking for a one-of-a-kind musical experience that will leave you breathless? Look no further than Swansong - the premier music ensemble based in Charlottesville.
Their unique and innovative approach to live entertainment sets them apart from the rest. Varying from Classic Rock to popular to world themes, they specialize in weaving a tapestry of harmonic textures that captivates audiences of all ages, and their performance is guaranteed to leave you wanting more.
TICKETS: $20 In Advance/$25 At Door |
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Check Out Their Live Performances HERE! |
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Classes & Workshops! |
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Wrap up summer at Bower Center for the Arts with a fresh lineup of classes and workshops designed to spark creativity for all ages and experience levels. From hands-on artmaking to skill-building opportunities, there’s something new to explore in mosaics, clay, weaving, oil painting, comics and more!
FALL SCHEDULE COMING SOON!
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Mixed Media Tapestry Weaving: Barn Wood
One-Day Workshop Saturday, July 25, 2026, 1:00-3:30 PM Adults Fee: $55 per student
Students will receive hands-on instruction in basic weaving techniques and create a finished tapestry. |
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Pottery Basics and Beyond with Kim Clarke
Begins Tuesday, August 4, 2026 Adults Fee: $260 per student
Dive into the fundamentals of hand-building with the ancient punch coil method, creating organic and expressive forms without rigid rules. Then, discover the mesmerizing magic of the potter's wheel. |
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Oil Painting: The Shape of Light with Susan Bradbury
Begins Wednesday, August 5, 2026 2-5pm Adults Fee: $220 per student
Sharpen your observation skills and deepen your understanding of oil painting in this engaging intermediate-level class focused on learning to truly see as a painter. |
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Introduction to Weaving: Landscape
One-Day Workshop Saturday, August 8, 2026, 1:00-3:30 PM Adults Fee: $55 per student
Students will receive hands-on instruction in basic weaving techniques and create a finished tapestry inspired by the great outdoors. |
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Pottery Night Out: Burgers & Brews
One Day Workshop Friday, August 21, 2026,6:00-9:00 PM Adults Fee: $50 per couple/pair
Is there a more classic pairing than a juicy hamburger and an ice cold beer? Come build a custom beer stein and a burger plate with your partner. |
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Mixed Media Tapestry Weaving
One-Day Workshop Saturday, August 22, 2026, 1:00-3:30 PM Adults Fee: $55 per student
Students will receive hands-on instruction in basic weaving techniques and create a finished tapestry using tree bark as their base for their tapestry weaving. |
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View the full schedule of classes & workshops below! |
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Exhibits |
The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz
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GALLERY HOURS:
GALLERY ADMISSION IS ALWAYS FREE. DONATIONS ARE APPRECIATED. |
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Up Next! |
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Exhibit: August 13 - September 26 Exhibit Award Reception: September 11, 5-7 pm
This National Juried exhibit will express the excitement of movement. It will include 2-D or 3-D, wall hung, suspended in space, supported by a pedestal, or free-standing art installations.
Works of art will include, but are not limited to, painting, drawing, print-making, collage, mixed media, kinetic art/mobiles, photography, mosaics, sculpture, fabric, and glass.
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Call for Artists |
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Entry Deadline: August 11, 2026 Bower Center for the Arts invites artists from across the country to submit works for consideration for our 14th Annual National Juried Exhibit.
This is an open call for works to be on exhibit in our galleries from October 8 - November 14, 2026 |
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Free Family Programs! |
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This summer, creativity takes center stage at Bower Center for the Arts with exciting opportunities for young imaginations to shine! Our CAB Kids series & CAB Kids Corner provide FREE hands-on fun! Join us for Ty-Rone Travis, where kids can enjoy a playful performance and create their own puppets to continue storytelling at home.
Ty-Rone Travis is a professional ventriloquist, comedian, puppeteer, music producer, and puppet builder all rolled into one. With the help of his zany puppets, he delivers an enjoyable experience your audience will always remember.
Advance Registration is Appreciated! Click on the image below! |
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Check Out CAB Kids Corner! |
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Events |
Become a Sponsor! |
Be a part of Bower Center's Annual Fundraising Event
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Help create a memorable evening for our guests and directly support Bower Center's mission of bringing meaningful arts experiences to our community by becoming a sponsor. Sponsorships include event tickets, prominent logo placement, recognition across event marketing, website visibility, podcast features, and opportunities to engage directly with attendees. Check out the sponsorship flyer which outlines all available sponsorship opportunities and benefits.
Please click on the Sponsor Opportunities button for levels or contact Susan Martin, Director of Development & Marketing at s.martin@bowercenter.org for more information. |
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