Patchogue Arts Council, Inc. - Serving the Greater South Shore of Brookhaven, Long Island, New York

	[2010.04.10] Welcome to the New Board of the Patchogue Arts Council, Inc. , Joel Peck, President; Beth Giacummo, 1st Vice President; John Cino, 2nd Vice President; Charlie Baker, Treasurer; Vicki Fleming, Corresponding Secretary; Jennifer Brady Cotter, Recording Secretary; Damon Hagan, Esq., Trustee; and Karen Ferb, Parliamentarian. Thank you Brickhouse Brewery. [MORE]
	[2010.01.22] ArtSpace Lofts Project Groundbreaking ceremony took place Friday, January 22. The Project will include a five story building with two commercial units on the ground floor and 45 units of affordable live/work housing for artists and their families. The project is scheduled for completion in December of 2010. [MORE] Learn More http://www.artspace.org/properties/patchogue/
	[2010.01.20] The Patchogue Arts Council presents "Paintings" by John Day, Artist Reception at the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts Lobby Gallery. [MORE]
	[2009.10.3 - 2009.10.24] The Patchogue Arts Biennial - Celebrating the Creative Spirit of 44+ artists. CONSTRUCTION - INSTALLATION of ART - ARTIST RECEPTION [MORE] For more information visit www.PatchogueArtsBiennial.com
	[2009.08.19] Janell O’Rourke “Nature Spirits” Wednesday, August 19 at 6:30 an artist reception for Janell O'Rourke "Nature Spirits" was held at the Patchogue Theater Lobby. Ms. O'Rourke recent work is an intimate portrayal of animals, finding inspiration for her works through current events, book and films. The Lobby Gallery will feature her work until September 24. More of Ms. O'Rourke's work can be seen at the up-coming Patchogue Arts Biennial, October 3rd - 24th, she will be one of the 44 artists exhibiting at 225 W. Main Street, Patchogue in Briarcliffe College’s 12,000 sq. ft. exhibition hall. [MORE]
	[2009.08.12] At the Patchogue Arts Council’s last general meeting August 12 an update was given and it was revealed that the Patchogue Arts Biennial is a GO! The Patchogue Arts Biennial is Long Island’s largest Arts Exhibit of its kind and will be held Oct. 3-24 in 12,000 sq. ft. exhibit hall at Briarcliffe College. The goal of the event is to expand the communities view as to the trends, function and purposes of art in the 21^st century. Sponsorship of the event has been overwhelming with Gold Sponsors like Briarcliffe College and St. Joseph’s College immediately stepping up to make this event happen. [MORE]
	[2009.07.12] The Patchogue Arts Council’s 2^nd Annual Summer Party “What a Party for the Arts” honoring the Artists of the WPA, held Sunday, July 12 at the beautiful home of Carol and Charlie Butler was a great success. Over $2000 was raised for the Patchogue Arts Council. We greatly appreciate all donations and special thanks to the businesses that helped make it a great night like the BrickHouse Brewery, Blue Point Brewing Company, South Shore Liquors, LI Vodka and GTS Lumber. [MORE]
	[2009.06.11] Artist Reception at the Patchogue Theatre Lobby Gallery for Jason Paradis's, mixed media drawing exhibit is named “Face north” and will be up for viewing May 29 - July 24. A reception for the artist was be held on Thursday, June 11 at 6:30 pm. Continuing a tradition of combining local arts and dining, the reception will be catered by Patchogue’s own ‘Once and For All’. Learn more about them at www.onceandforallcafe.com. [MORE]
	[2009.04.15] Artist Reception at the Patchogue Theatre Lobby Gallery was held for Robert Mielenhausen who's work will be exhibited March 21 - May 15. Patchogue Arts Council is proud to present the paintings of Robert Mielenhausen which will be on display in the Gallery at the Patchogue Theater for the Performing Arts. Mielenhausen turns his gaze on an intimate slice of life in lower Manhattan depicting neighborhood streets, doorways and bicycles. [MORE]
	[2009.03.14] PHILIP JONES GRIFFITHS: Photographs from five decades on the frontlines of history “Not since Goya has anyone portrayed war like Philip Jones Griffiths“ – Henri Cartier-Bresson The Patchogue Arts Council, Briarcliffe College, and Magnum Photos are pleased to sponsor an exhibition of legendary Magnum photographer Philip Jones Griffiths’ finest work from five decades on the frontlines of history. [MORE]
	[2009.02.14] Patchogue Art Council's General Meeting at 10 am was held at Briarcliffe College. Guest Speaker Mayor Pontieri and Village Trustee Gerry Crean updated the board, trustee and members. [MORE]
	[2009.01.24] Patchogue's Winter Art Festival was a spectacular success. Hundreds of people showed up in the afternoon to enjoy the ceramic platters of Bill Shillalies exhibited in the Patchogue Theater Lobby Art Gallery. To take the Walking Arts Tour... [MORE]
	[2009.01.07] Artist Reception, Wed, January 7th 6-8pm. The Patchogue Arts Council is excited to announce its latest exhibition to grace the walls of the Patchogue Theater for Performing Arts. “LACE MILL: Images and Artifacts”, featuring the photography of local Long Island artist Leonardo Liguori. [MORE]
	[2008.12.15] Walking Arts Tour Committee Volunteers prepare exhibits. [MORE]
	[2008.10.23] The Patchogue Theater For the Performing Arts and The Patchogue Arts Council, Inc. have partnered to Present the "Patchogue Theatre Lobby Art Gallery". Patchogue Arts Council Inc. Presented "The River's Edge" Recent Painting and Drawings by Dawn Lee Sept. 21 - Nov. 16 With an Artist's Reception, Thursday, Oct 23, 6:30 - 8:30 pm. [MORE]
	[2008.10.19] It was a crisp Autumn day - perfect for an Oktoberfest Arts Mixer. Beer, Brats and a wonderful time had by all. Thank you Patchogue Arts Council Trustees, Founding Members and Arts supporters for joining us at the beautiful home of Ms. Paula Murphy [Thanks Paula!]. Thank you to the BrickHouse Brewery for their donation of the beer and our talented cooks for all the side dishes - yummy! [MORE]
	[2008.09.13] Our 1st Open General Meeting in Shand's Loft took place September 13th, it looks like we will be moving to a bigger room shortly. Trustees meet at 8am and the General Meeting starts at 10 am to welcome supporters and new members and review all the initiatives currently on-going or underdevelopment. [MORE]
	[2008.07.18] Patchogue Arts Council has a display booth at Alive After Five^® Street Fair Concerts to announce formation and membership drive beginning August 1st. The Patchogue Arts Council will be at all five of the the Alive After Fives^®, July 18th, July 25th, August 1st, August 8th and August 15th. [MORE]
	[2008.07.06] Frida's Birthday Celebration Fundraiser by Friends of Patchogue Arts for the Patchogue Arts Council, Inc. was a huge success. Thank you friends of Patchogue Arts. [MORE]