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What better gift to give than a unique, locally made, beautiful piece of art?
The PRCA is ready to meet your needs!

* New pottery by Bill Gossman of New London and Karla Klinger of Morris, as well as pots by Kevin Flicker, Emily Schollett, Sam Johnson, Anne Meyer, and Matt Peters
* New jewelry by Lisa Johannes, and more by Sara Gronfeld, Carol Ulrich, Catie Lee, Katie MacKenzie, and Laurel Iverson
* Pastels and watercolors by Della Conroy, Deb Connolly, Lisa Johannes, Stephen Henning, Steve Larson, and more
* Hand blown glass by John Olesen
* Athena Kildegaard’s new book of poetry, as well as books by Jess Lourey, Linda Hodgson, John Rezmerski, and others
* CDs by The Granary Girls and Jerry Ostensoe
* Photography by Richard Walker
* Cards galore! Mix and match for a fantastic, functional gift!

And don’t forget: the 2008 PRCA calendar featuring breathtaking photographs by area photographers is also available now!

We’ve extended our hours :
Tuesday - Friday 11-5:30
Thursdays open until 8
and Saturdays 10 - 2
Come on by and see us soon!

Spiffy new 2008 PRCA fund raising calendars will soon be on sale in the PRCA Gallery. They make wonderful holiday gifts and support a great cause!

This year’s theme is “Water in Our World” and the calendar features the work of 12 different local artists. Several of the photographs were entries in the this year’s annual PRCA photography contest. The co-editors (Julia Conroy, William Voorhees, Richard Walker, Sara Gronfeld and Jenny Emmert) would like to thank all those who submitted images for consideration.

The calendars have excellent quality printing on heavy card stock (the same as last year), cost $20 each, and make wonderful gifts.

Read on for a gallery of all 12 images from last year…

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The PRCA is throwing its 4th Annual Silent Auction—an event designed to help the non-profit that is making such a big difference to the region.

This year’s event is being held at Old #1 Southside on Thursday, November 8th, 2007 and will feature live jazz, free hors d’oeuvres and chocolate, and a cash bar. The event gets started at 6:30pm with the bidding ending at 8:30.

And new this year is Framed Mirrors! PRCA artists have been busy taking beautifully framed mirrors designed and built by Mike Lusk. He is wood worker from Coon Valley Wisconsin. The artists have turned them into functional and artistic mirrors—some whimsical, some elegant, all unique—
Live music at the silent auction will be provided by a group of UMM jazz musicians. Delectable hors d’oeuvres and chocolates will be provided and a cash bar will be open featuring a variety of delicious drinks. People are encouraged to “dress to impress” for an evening of high times and elegance.

All proceeds from the event make it possible for the PRCA to continue its efforts to support the creativity of everyone while weaving arts and culture into the fabric of the community. The PRCA has been serving the region since April, 2002, and looks forward to continued excellence and growth thanks to the support of the community.

Tickets for the Silent Auction will be available at the door the night of the event. Or stop in at the PRCA, 630 Atlantic Avenue in Morris.

Join PRCA artist, Susan Gilbert, at the HFA Gallery today, Saturday, the 19th of November, for an introduction to the art of looking at art and ideas for getting more out of a visit to the gallery. This class is intended for those who have little or no experience with modern art.

You’ll have the opportunity to see the digital images of Jenny Kimbal, and the paintings of Christian Angelo Ricco.

Meet Susan at 2pm at the entrance of the HFA Gallery on the campus of University of Minnesota, Morris in the HFA building. Free parking is available in the north parking lot. The closest entrance to this lot is on East Seventh Street.

Join PRCA artist, Susan Gilbert, at the HFA Gallery on Saturday, 19th November, for an introduction to the art of looking at art and ideas for getting more out of a visit to the gallery. This class is intended for those who have little or no experience with modern art.

You’ll have the opportunity to see the digital images of Jenny Kimbal, and the paintings of Christian Angelo Ricco.

Meet Susan at 2pm at the entrance of the HFA Gallery on the campus of University of Minnesota, Morris in the HFA building. Free parking is available in the north parking lot. The closest entrance to this lot is on East Seventh Street.

Today is the annual silent auction, to be held at the Prairie Inn. Bidding starts at 6pm, dinner is from 7-8pm, and bidding ends at 8:15pm.