A Note from the Director

 

During the month of November, we are reminded to take a moment to reflect on what we're thankful for. On the surface, that could seem pretty difficult due to the challenges 2020 has thrown our way. However, when I look back at the year so far at the ACWL-Nuveen, we have been very fortunate.

 

Our supporters and community members stepped up in a big way this summer. Countless people contributed a piece of art for our Quarantine Art Fundraiser, placed a bid for one of our Silent Basket Auction items, made a donation on Match Day, or renewed their membership (which you can now do on our website!).

Our volunteers and board members helped brainstorm brand new fundraisers, embraced Zoom meetings, and have been a huge support to the ACWL-Nuveen staff.

 

Our staff - Susan Wink and Stephanie Dalrymple. I am so thankful for these wonderful women. It is because of them that we have been able to provide a great experience for our artist members, design an easy-to-shop gallery space, create an inviting exhibition hall, and offer accessible arts programming to the White Lake area and beyond. Just keep scrolling through this newsletter to see all the examples of the amazing work that's been done in 2020.

 

I hope you get a chance to visit us at the gallery this month - we still have some fun things in store for the rest of 2020! Come view our newest exhibition, Fall into the Arts: IMPACT 2020, shop for a handmade holiday gift, or partake in our Holiday Walk events, Ornament Take & Make or the Made in Michigan Market. We're here from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, and 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. I'd love the opportunity to say 'Thank You' in person!

 

Thank you,

Erin Peyer, ACWL-Nuveen Director 

Love the Arts Forever by Donating to the ACWL-Nuveen Endowment Fund

Gifts come in all shapes and sizes, and this year, you have some new ways to support your favorite non-profit organizations!

 
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Fall into the Arts: IMPACT 2020

Our annual youth exhibition - that doubles as a fundraiser for local school art programs - opens Saturday, November 7.

 
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ACWL-Nuveen Receives State and Federal Grant Funds

ACWL-Nuveen has received a $15,000 Operational Support Grant for the 2021 fiscal year from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs

 
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Wreath Fundraiser

We are wrapping up 2020 with our final fundraiser - Wreath Sales!

 
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'A Day In White Lake' Challenge - Winning Entry

Read Jackie Liversedge's story about Harry Wingman

 

 
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Classes at the ACWL-Nuveen will be limited to 6 students. Each student will get their own table which will be 6 ft from the neighboring tables. Students will have their own set of supplies that will be sanitized before class. Students should wear masks, use the provided hand sanitizer, and abide by social distancing mandates.

 

ACWL-Nuveen classes are supported in part by grants from the Michigan Council for Arts & Cultural Affairs, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Nuveen Benevolent Trust.

Open Studio

Middle & High School Students

Wednesdays in November

11/11, 11/18

2:00 - 5:00 p.m.

FREE, but Registration IS Required

 

 

Explore our stock of art supplies and take advantage of our knowledgeable staff!

 
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SPARK!

Wednesdays, November 11 & 25

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

For people with dementia and their caregivers

FREE

Virtual

 

Individuals with memory loss are invited to participate along with a friend, family member or care partner in engaging conversations inspired by art and theatre.

 
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Intro to Crochet: Textured Slouch Hat

Ages 12+

Wednesday, November 11 & 18

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

$50

* Only 1 spot left!

 

 

In this 2-week class, you will learn the basics of crochet and beyond! All supplies provided.

 

 

 
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Needle Felting: Holiday Gnome

Thursday, November 12

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Ages 12+

$25

*Only 1 spot left!

 

Learn how to needle felt a charming Holiday Gnome!

 

 
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Shape Clay Together: Turtles & Frogs 

Monday, November 16 

4:30 - 6:00 p.m.

Ages 6+

$30 for adult/child pair

@ Terrestrial Forming Pottery Studio

 

Through guided instruction, teams of two will learn pinch pot techniques to create unique turtle and frog shaped vessels.

 
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Brighten Your Day with Inks

Thursday, November 19

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Ages 10+

$25

 

Create a bright piece of artwork using ink and other mediums!

 
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Brighten Your Day with Inks

Friday, November 20

3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Ages 10+

$25

 

Create a bright piece of artwork using ink and other mediums!

 
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Legacy Members

Jon & Jane Blyth

Allan & Anne Dake

Stan & Jan Gorecki

Chick Caluwaert & Ruth Jackson

Paul Collins & Susan Newhof

David & Beth Pickard

Nancy Rose

Wendy Sanders

Laura Schultz

Ted & Judy Stojak

Howard Whelan

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