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Art Connections for Seniors

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The Chico Art Center is revising a once very popular program by inviting Senior Citizens to the Art Center for a guided visit of our gallery exhibitions each month.

The Chico Art Center is a non-profit located in the Historic Train Depot and has been a visual art establishment for over 60 years in Chico. We display varied art in our gallery each month as well as having a Gift Shop, offering classes, and other events, all serving the community of Chico and the greater Butte County. The Center is open weekdays noon - 4pm and weekends 10am - 4pm.  The Art Center is ADA compliant, there is a ramp at the north end for the convenience of persons with handicap needs and wheelchair accessible restroom.

We will have special volunteers, knowledgeable about the current exhibition in the gallery, who will be guides for the guests so that their time at the Art Center is successful. The tour will be approximately 30- 45 minutes.

There is no fee for this outing, all the Art Center needs is a phone call to set up a date and time. To set up a date and time, call (530) 895-8726 and ask for Debra or Erin.  We would appreciate a 24-hour advance.  We will be able to accommodate up to 20 visitors including any of your staff.

Erin Wells
Art Connections for Seniors Program Coordinator
(530) 895-8726
erinw045[at]gmail.com

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May 2023 | Chico, Our Hometown

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CHICO, OUR HOMETOWN

May 7 - 26, 2023

This community invitational for all ages celebrates this place we call home. Come view 75 artworks of representational and abstract art and design of all media.

In place of a traditional reception, we invite you to our Orange Street Community Block Party!

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BLOCK PARTY

Sunday, May 7, 12:00 -5:00PM

Join the party!

Chico Art Center will host Art Market Vendors on the deck, music, and yart sale. Businesses, artists and organizations on Orange Street will also be open with special celebrations all day, including Orange Street Consignment, Idea Fab Labs, maker Radio 94.5FM, Sparkle Productions Studio and Mains'l.

ART VENDORS

Jess Cross Prints and small paintings of figures and landscapes along with stickers and keychains.
Jess Cross Prints and small paintings of figures and landscapes along with stickers and keychains.
Marion Jewels Fiber Jewelry crochet bracelets with demo
Marion Jewels Fiber Jewelry crochet bracelets with demo
Jacob Davenport stickers, prints, and tote bags
Jacob Davenport stickers, prints, and tote bags
Monique Francine art prints, greeting cards & flower photography
Monique Francine art prints, greeting cards & flower photography
Jalisa Souza-Silva Handmade Prints, Digital Prints, and Jewelry
Jalisa Souza-Silva Handmade Prints, Digital Prints, and Jewelry
Nick Knezic copper art & jewelry
Nick Knezic copper art & jewelry
Jeffrey Obser acrylic map art
Jeffrey Obser acrylic map art
Christian V. Davila Handmade paper bird sculptures and lasercut jewelry
Christian V. Davila Handmade paper bird sculptures and lasercut jewelry
Melinda Vasquez beaded jewelry, giclee prints and cards
Melinda Vasquez beaded jewelry, giclee prints and cards
Phebe Rothfeld Cards, Art Prints, Stickers, Bookmarks
Phebe Rothfeld Cards, Art Prints, Stickers, Bookmarks
Judy Kane painted panels, matted paintings, papier-mâché sculptures and sketchbooks
Judy Kane painted panels, matted paintings, papier-mâché sculptures and sketchbooks
Britta Goldmann Small paintings, cards and painted pots with plants
Britta Goldmann Small paintings, cards and painted pots with plants
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Drop Off May 7

10:00am - 12:00pm

Clean out your closets and donate gently used art supplies and equipment from a forgotten hobby, shop seconds, materials, odd studio items, and all the imperfectly wonderful things that artists may find useful.

Shop May 7

12:00 - 4:30pm

Find some gems to outfit your studio. Pegboards, easels, chairs, A frames for signs, shelving unit, canvases (used and unused), matte cutter, canvas tote, display case, display folio, sling for displaying prints, carpet pieces, frames of all sizes, art books, and SUPPLIES. Come early for the best selection. Make an offer! Proceeds go to Chico Art Center.

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March 2023 | Pizza My Art

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Community Art Competition & Fundraiser Auction

March 26 - 31 

Pizza Party & End of Silent Auction: Friday, March 31, 5-7PM
*Auction ends at 6:00PM

This year, our third year of Pizza My Art, the entries will be on exhibit in the Chico Art Center gallery.

Bid on entries starting at $10. Invite your friends to join in the fun!

  • Silent Auction opens March 26 as a virtual auction. Place your bids with your smart phone, tablet or computer until Thursday, March 30. Website will be posted here!
  • Silent Auction will continue in person on Friday, March 31 and closes at 6PM during the Pizza Party Reception.
  • Over $200 in Cash Prizes + Fun Consolation Prizes. Prizes announced during the Pizza Party/Reception.
  • Winning bids to be picked up directly after, until 7PM or Saturday, April 1 from 10AM-4PM.
  • Pizza slices and soda available for $5 during the Pizza Party.
  • Over $200 in Cash Prizes + Fun Consolation Prizes – Competition winners announced and posted at 6PM.
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Click here to view the artwork

This year's juror is Lindsay Hammelspach, manager of Mountain Mike's Pizza on Mangrove. From day one, Lindsay has been super enthusiastic and a major sponsor for Pizza My Art.

Click here to learn about this fundraising exhibition

Call For Pizza Box Art

Enter your pizza box art at this fun fundraiser exhibit.

How to enter the Pizza my Art contest:

  1. Pick Up Your Pizza Box at Chico Art Center: Starting February 15. Entry fee $5. Family rate/4 boxes for $10.
  2. Transform a pizza box with your creativity.
  3. Drop Off Pizza Box Art: Thursday, March 23 from Noon-4 pm.
  4. Exhibition and Auction opens Sunday, March 26.
  5. Pizza Party & End of Silent Auction: Friday, March 31, 5-7PM. Auction ends at 6PM. 

For questions about Pizza My Art contact Chico Art Center at (530) 895-8726 or email gallerydirectorcac@gmail.com

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October 2022 | Opening Doors to Art

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Students!

This is your chance to meet artists in Chico and visit their studios! Choose from over 70 artists to visit in person during the Open Studios Weekends, on October 15-16 and 22-23, from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Go to Chico Art Center to pick up your free Guidebook at  450 Orange Street, Monday through Friday 12:00 -4:00 PM, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

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Thursday Night Farmer’s Market

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Space is FREE to all artists, and pop-up tents and tables are supplied. Artists just register for a booth, then show up with your art. If you are interested in having a booth, click on the button to register. We have open spaces still available throughout the Market’s season, so register for as many as you like until Sept 22. If you are a student or group of students who are interested, you are welcome to register!

Check for Available Booths and Register!