CELEBRATE ST. JAMES GALLERY PRESENTS
Community Youth
Art Exhibit
Featuring the work of Students from
Smithtown High School East & The Knox School
Opening Reception,
Sunday, December 4th
At the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center
176 Second Street, St. James, New York
Smithtown High School East Reception: 11am-1pm
The Knox School Reception: 1pm - 3pm
Exhibit on display until December 26th
Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat & Sun from 10am-3pm
For information call or text 631-984-0201
NEXT EVENT
CHILDREN'S
HOLIDAY PARTY
Featuring photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus, a Holiday Sing-a-Long with Nicky Loiodice and story time & decorating cookies with local author of “My Favorite Day of the Year”, Jessica DeGorter.
Saturday, December 10, 2022
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VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB
My Life Through Food
by Stanley Tucci
Tuesday, December 20, 7:30PM
Monthly Virtual Book Club
Everyone is welcome!
The discussions are lively and informative, even if you haven’t read the book!
Email celebratestjames@gmail.com
for the zoom link.
Open House & Tours
Experience our vision for
The St. James Community Cultural Arts Center,
Theater and Outdoor Plaza
Art Exhibit | Movie Museum | Gift Shop
176 Second Street, St. James
Tours available by appointment:
Tuesdays through Thursdays, Saturdays & Sundays 10 am to 3 pm
Call or Text 631-984-0201
Sat, Dec 10St James Community Cultural Arts CenterDec 10, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PMSt James Community Cultural Arts Center , 176 2nd St, St James, NY 11780, USAChildren’s Holiday Party - Afternoon Session featuring photos with Santa, a Holiday Sing-a-Long with Nicky Loiodice and decorating Sugar Cookies with the author of “My Favorite Day of the Year”, Jessica DeGorter. Two separate sessions : get tickets for 10am to 12pm or 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Jan 03, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMSt.James Community Cultural Arts Center , 176 2nd St, St James, NY 11780, USADrawing: Tuesdays, January 3rd - February 7th, 11AM-1PM, Learn various drawing techniques and experiment with different ways of achieving the kind of drawing you will be proud of. See homepage for the full class description and supply list.
Wed, Jan 04St James Community Cultural Arts CenterJan 04, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMSt James Community Cultural Arts Center , 176 2nd St, St James, NY 11780, USA2 hour classes - 6 sessions - $175.00 Painting: Wednesdays, January 4th - February 7th 11AM-1PM Learn to use Gouache/Watercolor paints and watercolor paper in a friendly, relaxed, atmosphere. Just bring your supplies, reference photos to work from, and your enthusiasm.
Sat, Dec 10St James Community Cultural Arts CenterDec 10, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMSt James Community Cultural Arts Center , 176 2nd St, St James, NY 11780, USAChildren’s Holiday Party - featuring photos with Santa, a Holiday Sing-a-Long with Nicky Loiodice and decorating Sugar Cookies with the author of “My Favorite Day of the Year”, Jessica DeGorter. Two separate sessions : get tickets for morning 10am to 12pm or afternoon 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Art Classes For Adults
Drawing and Painting Classes - Beginning in January
Instructor, Professor Beth Drucker is a Designer, Illustrator and Writer. She has taught at Parson’s The New School of Design, F I T, Nassau CC, the Art League of Long Island plus many others.
2 hour classes - 6 sessions - $175.00 - 11AM-1PM
Drawing: Tuesdays, January 3rd - February 7th
Painting: Wednesdays, January 4th - February 8th
Drawing
Learn various drawing techniques and experiment with different ways of achieving the kind of drawing you will be proud of. We will cover the basics to start, so skill level is not important, just bring your enthusiasm, your supplies, and your love of art. The instructor will help each one of you individually.
This class is dedicated to teaching drawing in a fun and relaxed atmosphere, so you can develop the confidence you need.
Drawing Supplies:
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4B or Ebony Pencils
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Sketchbook at least 11” X 14”
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Kneaded eraser and paper blending sticks
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Reference pics (example pictures to draw from).
Watercolor/Gouache Painting
Learn to use Gouache/Watercolor paints and watercolor paper in a friendly, relaxed, atmosphere. Just bring your supplies, reference photos to work from, and your enthusiasm. We will cover how to use your supplies, and learn some basic color theory as well. You will not believe the progress you can make in six two-hour sessions. Have fun while learning to paint. Skill level is not important.
Painting Supplies
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Watercolor pad at least 11” X 14
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”Windsor & Newton™ Basic Gouache Tube Paint Set - Blk., Wht., Red, Yellow, and Blue, and an additional tube of Burnt Sienna.
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At least three watercolor brushes to start. A flat wash brush, (about 3/4” wide) round brush size 6, and a small detail brush.
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Rag, small sponge (make-up sponges are best)
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Water container and paint palette.
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Color Wheel
Located at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center
176 Second Street, St. James, New York
Thank You for becoming a supporting member. Your membership helps Celebrate St. James to continue to provide no cost and low cost events for our community that highlight the town's wonderful history as well as fun and inviting events in art, music, theater and more.
WHY BECOME A MEMBER?
You will be actively supporting our mission to preserve and celebrate St. James’ rich history and inspire an appreciation and knowledge of the arts in our community. You will be supporting the revitalization of the historic Lake Avenue Cultural and Arts District. You will be informed about upcoming events sponsored by Celebrate St. James at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center at 176 Second Street, St. James and at Celebrate Park on Lake Avenue! Support our vision to "Save the Theatre," as we transform the iconic Calderone Theater building at 176 Second Street, St. James into a gathering place for fun and entertainment - while preserving this historical treasure in our town and creating a legacy for the future.
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176 Second Street, St. James, NY
