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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT

JANUARY 11, 2012

Well, doesn’t sound like much of a hello for 2012, or does it?   What I hope to
communicate is the “Well” of depth and talent that is on display at the Main
Street Gallery and in Lake County .  In January, twenty artists will show their
work.  To display so many talents is not easily accomplished and  would not be
possible without the coordination of Gallery Manager Judy Cardinale, the hanging
crew, and all the artists who contributed their vast talents to the Gallery over
2011.  We’re looking forward to seeing more of your inspirations in 2012.
As a Director, I would be remiss in not mentioning all of the volunteers who sit
the Gallery, help at First Friday Flings; Richard Seisser for teaching a weekly
pastel class that has inspired so many and has become means of social networking
for artists, as well.  Former Poet Laureate Mary Mc Millain also conducts a
monthly writing class that does the same for inspiring authors, and Clive
Matson, an instructor at Berkley , who teaches twice yearly writing classes.

Michele Krueger is spearheading our fourth year in Poetry Out Loud which is
sponsored by the California Arts Council, the National Endowment for the Arts
and the Poetry Foundation.  This is an exciting pyramid recitation contest
beginning in the classroom and on to the school and county and then to
Sacramento   where state winners will compete in Washington , D.C. for the top
honor. Please check www.poetryoutloud.org. , and you will be amazed at the
energy and versatility shown by these high school students. 

When, I speak of the ‘Well”, you will be amazed at the variety of talent that
will perform at the Soper-Reese Community Theatre on February 11th and 12th, all
of which could not take place without the direction of Mike Adams, Wally Fuller
and ALL the numerous volunteers who make these events possible.  What an asset
this beautiful and multi-purpose facility has become since it once again opened
its doors, thanks to so many who made it possible in dollars, donations and
volunteer time.    
What is most amazing is the growth that is taking place within the arts
community. Lake County is a working example of how various arts organizations,
businesses, social organizations and government can work together to enrich our
personal lives and by doing so  increase the financial stability of our County.
Let’s keep the momentum going in 2012

Shelby