Exhibit Opening Reception
5:30-7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 13
Join Piedmont Arts for an opening reception honoring its new exhibits. A gallery talk with “The Art of the Quilt” curators Linda M. Fiedler and Betty Blessin will take place at 6:15 p.m. Live music by pianist Ann Nichols. Complimentary refreshments will be served before the gallery talk.
Exhibits on view:
• The Art of the Quilt: Journey
• Virginia Foothills Quilters Guild: Happy 250th Birthday, America
RSVP by Wednesday, Nov. 11.
Admission is free.
These exhibits are sponsored by Bunco Babes, Olivia and Pres Garrett, Libby Kormos, Nancy Philpott, Julie Thomas, Jackie Thornton, Brenda and Joe Williams, Virginia Foothills Quilters Guild, Helen S. and Charles G. Patterson Jr. Charitable Foundation Trust, Lynwood Artists, and What’s Your Sign.
The gallery level, including the Discovery Room, library, and gift shop, is closed for exhibit installation through Nov. 13.
History and Humor
Beyond the Muddy Cloak: The Brilliance of Sir Walter Raleigh
5:45 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. talk
Thursday, Nov. 19
With his trademark wit and wisdom, Dr. Elliot Engel brings the extraordinary life of Sir Walter Raleigh into focus, revealing a man whose achievements reached far beyond the famous tale of his muddy cloak.
Tickets: $50 for the dinner and lecture. $25 for the lecture only.
This event is sponsored by King’s Grant.
Celebrate the Holidays
Christmas Tree Lighting
4-6 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 3
Gravely-Lester Art Garden
Kick off the holiday season with the annual lighting of the Art Garden Christmas tree.
Enjoy holiday music, a visit from Santa, themed crafts, and cookies and hot chocolate.
Admission is free.
This event is sponsored by Brightspeed, Carter Bank, and Chip Wyatt – State Farm.
Holiday Pops Spectacular
3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 6
Martinsville High School Auditorium
Celebrate the holiday season with an unbeatable concert experience delivered by the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, along with special guest Adelaide Trombetta.
Tickets: $30 for reserved seating, $20 for general admission, and $10 for students in grades K-12.
This event is sponsored by Brightspeed and is supported, in part, by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly.
Creative Kids and Teens
Foster Gallery Reception
4-6 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 17
Join Piedmont Arts and the Charity League of Martinsville and Henry County for a special event celebrating students with work on display in the Foster Gallery.
Featuring artwork by students from Campbell Court, Drewry Mason, and Rich Acres elementary schools.
Admission is free.
Teen Arts Council Meeting
6:30-8 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 17
Teen Arts Council welcomes students in grades 9-12 who are excited about visual and performing arts and want to connect with others who share their interests. Bring your creativity, meet new friends, and discover exciting ways to get involved in the arts.
Admission is free.
News
Middle and high school students explore encaustic art
Around 64 students participated in encaustic and mixed-media art workshops led by artist Karen Eide Oct. 27-30 at Piedmont Arts.
The workshops are part of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Statewide Partner Program, which offers artist-led workshops and lectures throughout the Commonwealth.
Piedmont Arts presented the program through its educational outreach program with funding from the For Alison Foundation.
Art + Yoga Classes
Acrylic Painting Series
1-4 p.m.
Nov. 14 and Nov. 17
Tickets: $35 for members and $40 for nonmembers.
Bob Ross Workshop
9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 3
Tickets: $75 for members and $85 for nonmembers.
Yoga in the Galleries
10-11 a.m.
Saturday, Nov. 14
Tickets: $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers.
Chix with Stix
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Second and fourth Tuesday of the month
Tickets: Free for members and $5 for nonmembers.
