AKRON – The Akron Area Arts League invites artists in all media, including photography, to participate in the “First Annual Judged Member Show and Sale” scheduled for July 3-4 in Akron. The cash awards are $200 for “Best of Show” and $100 each for first place in painting, drawing, photography and other. Twenty-five dollars will be awarded for the “People’s Choice”. James Adams, retired art professor at Manchester College, will serve as the judge. Go to the website, www.AkronAreaArts.weebly.com, for the complete information regarding this opportunity, contact Lisa at lisaleaart@yahoo.com or call 574-540-1921. Entry deadline is June 23.Live music in Akron AKRON – The third Friday Jam will be Friday in Akron Community Center, located east of Akron and north on Ind. 14. The music starts at 7 p.m. If you play an acoustic instrument come and sit-in with the group or just come to listen to the sounds of bluegrass, folk, country and gospel music. Bring your friends and family and a snack to share, the coffee and iced tea will be furnished. For more information, call Karen at 574-598-2875 or email karensc@rtcol.com This event is sponsored by the Akron Area Arts league.
Photography group meets ROCHESTER – Tuesday, the photography group of the Akron Area Arts League will meet at 7 p.m. in the Community Presbyterian church at the corner of 6th and Jefferson, Rochester. A short educational DVD will be shown for discussion and then prints will be shared. The suggested photography topics for this month are: Yard Art, Joints, use your imagination and Bad Weather; but, bring any photos you’d like to share with the group. Anyone interested in photography and cameras is welcome to attend. Question? Call Don at 574-598-2875.
