The arts agency for the cities of Lewiston and Auburn, Maine
Learn MoreL/A ARTS IN THE PRESS – WINTER 2013
ICE FESTIVAL LEWISTON/AUBURN: FRIDAY EVENTS ARE STILL ON! SATURDAY IS SOLD OUT- There will be 200 tickets on sale at 7PM Saturday, on a First- Come, First -Served basis.
Tickets for LA Arts’ Ice Festival Lewiston/Auburn Officially On Sale
Order them at: www.icefestla.com or call: 207-782-7228
Ice Festival L/A 2014:
February 21st – & 22nd (Friday & Saturday):
5-9 p.m. – $10 in advance, $15 at the door
February 23rd (Sunday): Family Day
11 a.m – 3 p.m. – Free
Location:
Fountain Park, Bates Mill Complex
150 Mill St. Lewiston (Behind DaVinci’s)
Lewiston, ME – Sub freezing temperatures have hit L/A again, so you know it’s about time for Ice Fest L/A to heat up! Last year, 2500 people packed in Fountain Park and the Bates Mill Atrium over the three-day weekend extravaganza. This year, with more unique and extensive sculptures, bars (rumor has it there are a couple more this year), and entertainment, this second year of Ice Fest is gearing up to be an event not to be missed. The first two nights (Friday and Saturday, February 21st – 22nd 5-9 p.m.), are 21+ events (ID required at the door) and will feature frosty beverages, creative ice sculptures, music, and food samples from a variety of local restaurants, all for just a $10 admission ticket in advance, and $15 at the door. A limited number of tickets will be sold for this illustrious event, so get yours quickly!
The final day (Sunday, February 23rd 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.) is a free family day event, so bundle up the clan and head out into the fun! Thanks to the generosity of Platz Associates, keep the kids warm inside the Bates Mill Atrium, where they can enjoy hot cocoa and other sweet treats, live music, and theater. Outside in Fountain Park, watch talented carvers erect new pieces on the spot, and keep the children moving with engaging activities and games. L/A Arts would like to thank initial family day sponsors L.L. Bean, F.X. Marcotte Furniture, and Electricity Maine for making this day possible. There are still opportunities for your business to get involved in this exciting event as a general or food sponsor, where the marketing and promotional opportunities will make a lasting impression on the large crowds.
Ice Festival L/A, a fundraiser for L/A Arts, and is made possible through the collaboration of many local businesses who understand the value and power of bringing the arts and culture to the communities of Lewiston/Auburn. L/A Arts would like to send a special initial thank you to partners DaVinci’s, Roopers, and J Dostie Jewelers and a huge thank you to the already confirmed sponsoring businesses: Mechanics Savings Bank, Patty Gagne Agency – Allstate Insurance, Androscoggin Bank, Androscoggin County Chamber, Legacy Realty, Performance Foodservice NorthCenter, Southern Wine & Spirits, Central Distributors, Center Street Dental, Central Maine Orthopedics, Federal Distributors, Austin Associates, and Sea 40 Japanese Cuisine, and Baxter Brewing Company. Food sponsors include: Maine Gourmet Chocolates, Fishbones, Green Ladle, Italian Bakery, Longhorn Steakhouse, Mac’s Grill, Marco’s Italian Restaurant, Panera Bread, Pretzel Gourmet, and more to come!
Make sure your business is not left out in this outstanding promotional opportunity! Contact Interim Executive Director Josh Vink for more information on sponsorships at: 782-7228/ [email protected]
For more information on Ice Fest, or to purchase tickets go to:
www.icefestla.com or call L/A Arts at: 207-782-7228
Chill Out With IceFest L/A February 21, 22 and 23!
Get ready one and all for the second annual Ice Festival of Lewiston/Auburn! IceFest L/A is a three day extravaganza of deliciously frosty beverages served up with a twist; Five ice bars, over a dozen gorgeous ice sculptures, music and light hors d’oeuvres from a variety of local restaurants. Last year we were stunned by the the turnout, over 2500 people, thus making Icefest L/A one of the largest in the state!! We had featured 20 ice sculptures, 3 ice bars, 3 ice carving demonstrations and a 15 foot igloo. Want to share in our hometown love this time around? Pull on your best faux fur or down parka, some warm gloves and chill out with Ice Fest L/A on February 21st, 22nd and 23rd 2014!
Day 1
Date: Friday, February 21st 2014
Time: 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Fountain Plaza at Bates Mill Complex
Cost: $10 admission includes three hors d’oeuvres tickets**
Day 2
Date: Saturday, February 22nd 2014
Time: VIP Opening 4:00pm – 5:00pm Open to Public 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Fountain Plaza at Bates Mill Complex
Cost: $10 admission includes three hors d’oeuvres tickets**
Day 3 – Family Day
Date: Sunday, February 23rd 2014
Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm
Location: Fountain Plaza at Bates Mill Complex
Cost: Free
** For more information about admission and hors d’oeuvres tickets please visit the Ice Festival Ticket Information Page
WINTER ARTWALK – DECEMBER 27TH – DOWNTOWN LEWISTON
For Immediate Release: All-Seasons Art Walk Lewiston/Auburn
WINTER ARTWALK 2013
Date: Friday, December 27th, 2013
Time: 5:00-8:00
Location: Lisbon Street and surrounding downtown Lewiston.
As 2013 comes to an end the Winter Art Walk is in full swing in downtown Lewiston. Lisbon St businesses will host this month’s Art Walk on December 27th from 5 – 8 pm. Participating local businesses, artists, stores and restaurants will be open and buzzing with beautiful works of art, and live music performances to help keep you warm. Come celebrate the end of the year with great art in some of your favorite local spots!
This month’s Art Walk will feature the following venues: She Doesn’t Like Guthrie’s (115 Middle St.), Lyceum Gallery (49 Lisbon St.), The Vault (84 Lisbon St.), Rainbow Bicycle (84 Lisbon St.), Bread Shack (97 Lisbon St.), Forage Market (180 Lisbon St.), Chill Yoga (2nd floor, 178 Lisbon St.), Downtown Handmade & Vintage (2nd floor, 178 Lisbon St.), Life Ideals (3rd floor, 178 Lisbon St.), Kimball Street Studio (191 Lisbon St.), Dube’s Flowers (window exhibit, 195 Lisbon St.), LA Arts Gallery (221 Lisbon St.), and New Beginnings (window exhibit, 245 Lisbon St.).
*Due to the Holiday, Lewiston Public Library will not be participating in December Art Walk
In addition to displaying artwork, many of the Winter Art Walk restaurants and businesses will offer additional Art Walk features, such as live entertainment or special promotions.
She Doesn’t Like Guthrie’s is currently hosting work from Creative Trails. Creative Trails is an innovative community support program for adults with intellectual disabilities located in several locations throughout Maine. They offer participants choices, sophisticated opportunities and integration to help support and guide them to becoming more interdependent. By realizing theory potential through experience of mind, body and spirit, each indivdual will live a more meaningful and fulfilling life. CREATE, the art program, is designed to support artists in building their skills in many different mediums. With artists visits and studio time the individuals touch upon community awareness, fine motor skills, self awareness, social skills and sensory awareness.
Guthries will also host a live musical performance by The Juke Joint Devils, at 8:00 pm the night of the Art Walk, December 27th. The Juke Joint Devils take you back to a time when small house bands played from the soul, on real instruments, could swing like crazy and anything could happen on stage. These guys play a mix of West Coast and Chicago Blues, with a bit of spice from New Orleans and elsewhere. The band features International Blues Challenge finalists Tommy O’Connell on harp and vocals and Gerry Byrne on standup base, Johnny Moran on drums and with Stefan Iris on guitar. The performance begins at 8:00 pm, there is no cover, and for more information call 376-3344
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The Juke Joint Devils
LA Arts and ArtWalk LA:
The mission of LA Arts is to engage and inspire a vibrant Lewiston/Auburn community through arts and culture.
For more information regarding ArtWalk L/A including submission guidelines or to get involved as a volunteer, please visit LA Arts atwww.laarts.org, 782-7228, [email protected]
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ICE FESTIVAL LEWISTON AUBURN: Saturday SOLD OUT, Get your tickets for Friday quick!
For Immediate Release: December 17th, 2013
Tickets for LA Arts’ Ice Festival L/A 2014 are officially on sale.
Order tickets at: www.icefestla.com or call: 207-782-7228
Ice Festival L/A 2014:
February 21st – & 22nd, (Friday & Saturday)
5-9 PM – $10 prior to, $15 at the door
Family Day: February 23rd (Sunday)
11AM – 3PM – Free
Location:
Fountain Park, Bates Mill Complex
150 Mill St. Lewiston (Behind DaVinici’s)
Lewiston, ME – Tickets are now on sale for 2014 Ice Festival Lewiston and Auburn. With more unique and extensive sculptures, bars, and entertainment, this second year of Ice Fest is gearing up to be an event not to be missed. Last year, we had over 2,500 who people braved the elements to enjoy the three-day weekend extravaganza, being held again in Fountain Park adjacent to the Bates Mill. The first two nights (Friday and Saturday, February 21st – 22nd 5-9 p.m.), are 21+ events (ID required at the door) and will feature frosty beverages from five ice bars, creative ice sculptures, and food samples from a variety of local restaurants. Additional features include live ice sculpture demonstrations and performances from the fire spinners, all for just $10 admission ticket prior to the event, and $15 at the door. This year, we are limiting the number of tickets sold, because we are expecting them to sell quickly, Please make sure you get your tickets now, because they are going to go quickly.
The final day (Sunday, February 23rd 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.) is a free family day event, and will consist of ice sculpting demonstrations and live art performances, games and activities for children, and both cold and hot treats. Thanks to the generosity of Platz Associates, keep the kids warm inside the Bates Mill Atrium, where they can enjoy hot cocoa and other sweet treats, and live music and interactive music and theater. Outside in Fountain Park, marvel at over a dozen ice sculptures, watch talented carvers erect new pieces on the spot, and keep the children moving with engaging activities and games. L/A Arts would like to thank initial family day sponsors L.L. Bean, F.X. Marcotte Furniture, and Electricity Maine for making this day possible. There are still opportunities for your business to get involved in this exciting event as a sponsor, where the marketing and promotional opportunities will make a lasting impression on the large crowds. For more information on becoming a sponsor contact L/A Arts at 782-7228.
Ice Festival L/A, a fundraiser for L/A Arts, and is made possible through the collaboration of many local businesses who understand the value and power of bringing the arts and culture to the communities of Lewiston/Auburn. L/A Arts would like to send a special initial thank you to partners DaVinci’s, Roopers, and J Dostie Jewelers and a huge thank you to the already confirmed sponsoring businesses: Mechanics Savings Bank, Patty Gagne Agency – Allstate Insurance, Androscoggin Bank, Androscoggin County Chamber, Legacy Realty, Performance Foodservice NorthCenter, Southern Wine & Spirits, Central Distributors, Center Street Dental, Central Maine Orthopedics, and Federal Distributors. Food sponsors include: Maine Gourmet Chocolates, Fishbones, Green Ladle, Italian Bakery, Longhorn Steakhouse, Mac’s Grill, Marco’s Italian Restaurant, Panera Bread, Pretzel Gourmet.
Make sure your business is not left out in this outstanding promotional opportunity! Contact Interim Executive Director Josh Vink for more information on sponsorships at: 782-7228/ [email protected]
For more information on Ice Fest, or to purchase tickets go to:
www.icefestla.com or call L/A Arts at: 207-782-7228