Mark your calendar for September 16, 5-8pm!
September’s 3rd Thursday is all about WOOD! Come and marvel at our major wood exhibition Outside the Box: The Art of Wood, an incredible exhibit of studio woodworking and furniture that highlights the innate beauty of wood—whether in the form of a sculpture, rocking chair or teapot (yes, a teapot!). The exhibition combines the studio furniture-making skills of Montana and Northwest master craftsmen with the work of renowned international and national sculptors and turners.
In addition, Helena Woodworkers’ Guild, our featured artists in the Held Family Hallway, will give a wood-working demonstration. We will also have wood toys for kids of all ages to play with, so bring the whole family!
Our featured musician for September will be Tim Drackert who will play his 12-string gypsy guitar, (also made of wood!)
In keeping with our wood theme, Bert & Ernie’s will offer tasty skewers as well as an oak barreled Chardonnay. Members receive a discount on food and drinks.
And as always, 3rd Thursday events are FREE!
August 19, 5-8pm
Come to the Holter’s August 3rd Thursday and meet our new Executive Director, Chris Taylor!
6pm: Intro by the Holter Board and talk by our new Executive Director, Chris Taylor
Food & Libations provided by the Holter Board
Music by Mini MDB
July 15, 5-8pm
FEATURED ARTIST: George Gogas
Late in 2008 George Gogas re-injured his left rotator cuff increasing a former tendon tear. His orthopedic surgeon advised him against surgery, recommending therapy instead. However, this has limited his ability to handle and paint large canvases. As a result his current option is to work with smaller pieces; thus the Rotator Cuff paintings. Without a theme to hold them together, they are a non-series.
ARTIST TALK: George Gogas
ART ACTIVITY: Sidewalk Chalk Drawings & presentation by Chalk Up Helena
HAND-DIPPED CHOCOLATES: The Parrot Confectionery Store
LIBATIONS: Bert & Ernie’s
MUSIC: Whistler’s In-laws
*Member discounts on food & beverages.
May’s 3rd Thursday &
Artists’ Reception: Poo Putsch & DD Dowden “Nature’s Colors”
May 20, 5pm-8pm
Artworks Gallery
May’s 3rd Thursday features landscape artists Poo Putsch & DD Dowden in their Artworks Gallery show titled “Nature’s Colors.” Come and enjoy art and friends, participate in a group art project, enjoy great food from Benny’s Bistro, drinks from Bert & Ernie’s and the music of MJ Williams and Alex Swainey.
In addition, get a sneak preview of “BONITA!” – Holter’s Silent Auction of wearable art. Start bidding on your favorite items. Bidding closes after the Live Auction Gala “TANGO” on Fri, June 11, 5pm-9:30pm at the Great Northern Hotel.
April’s 3rd Thursday &
Artist’s Reception: Steven Young Lee: Beneath the Surface
Artworks Gallery
April 15, 5pm-8pm
April’s 3rd Thursday will feature ceramic artist Steven Young Lee, the Resident Artist Director of the Archie Bray Foundation, who will give a talk about his ceramic techniques. Come and see Steve’s new exhibit “Beneath the Surface,” talk to the artist, enjoy the tunes of John Dendy & Shaun Deola and experience one of the hottest food tickets in town, the authentic Thai cuisine of Toi’s Thai.
March 18, 5pm-8pm
This month’s 3rd Thursday at the Holter honors our soldiers and vets, and as always, participation is FREE!
Come and enjoy Cajun food from Cafe Zydeco, Spring ales and wine from Bert & Ernie’s, the sounds of Wilbur Rehmann and the Gypsy Trio and make a blossom to add to Marie Watt’s Forget-Me-Not Blossom, a tribute to fallen soldiers.
*Discounts on food and beverages for Holter members and military.
3RD THURSDAY events are made possible by the generous support of local businesses, musicians and artists.
February’s 3RD THURSDAY event is in conjunction with:
Magic Carpets: Tribal Sofras from Turkey exhibition
Jan. 19 - April 4, 2010
Join us for a TURKISH RECEPTION FOR ARTISTS-IN-RESIDENCE
Burcu Kinay and Murat Cabuk
(3RD) Thursday, Feb 18, 6-8:30 pm
Join our guest Turkish calligrapher and ebru maker at a special celebration of Turkish food, music and hospitality. Nibble on complimentary Turkish meze prepared by Helena’s own Ersun Ozer of the Mediterranean Grill, listen to the exquisite sounds of the oud, the Turkish lute, played by Bruce Siegmund and Timbaru, enjoy the rhythms of Turkish dance and dabble with marbled paper and calligraphy.
HELENA INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS COUNCIL
For more information on Turkish art, go to www.turkishculturalfoundation.org
