Foothills Arts Center | December 2022

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TRIPLE THE LOVE on Giving Tuesday by joining us with a contribution TODAY! (November 29)

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$10,000 raised on Facebook = $30,000 raised for the Foothills Arts Center! Here's how:

| 1 | Matching occurs for contributions gifted between 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM on Giving Tuesday, November 29, 2022. ⏰

| 2 | G&B Energy and Board President Marianne Luther have each graciously committed to matching community donations up to $10,000! 🎉

| 3 | Please mark your calendars and tell your friends and family to utilize this rare giving opportunity that triples the impact of every dollar. 💵

Donations can be made directly through the Facebook fundraiser or via check.* (Facebook covers the processing fees!) 🎨

As we complete necessary repairs to the Foothills Arts Center at the Historic Chatham Mill and prepare to reopen our beloved facility, your support is much needed and greatly appreciated.❣️

*Check donations may be dropped off on November 29 at either Dirty Joe's Coffee location in downtown Elkin or Jonesville between 6:30 AM and 6:00 PM.

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Tue, Nov 22

| woven together | fund drive 2022

Exciting developments are underway for the new Foothills Arts Center at Historic Chatham Mill. The beloved landmark that serves as our new home is undergoing repairs and improvements designed to make

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| merry maker’s market and elkin’s light up night |

| who | Everyone is welcome! Find the perfect treasure for your loved ones (or yourself) this holiday season at our art market, featuring fifteen artists and artisans from the Yadkin Valley.

| when | Friday, December 2 from 5-9 PM, and Saturday, December 3 from 2-9 PM (please note special events, below).

| where | The market is hosted in partnership with The Wisdom Table at 101 East Main Street, Elkin, NC 28621.

| details | FREE general admission! Our annual Merry Maker's Market showcases handcrafted creations from regional artists and artisans, and kicks off in festive holiday style on Light Up Night.

* | SPECIAL EVENTS | *

| light up elkin | Friday, December 2, from 6-8 PM (itinerary at www.lightupelkin.com)

| origami holiday stars | Saturday, December 3, from 5-7 PM (registration at www.foothillsarts.org)

| live music | Saturday, December 3 from 6-8 PM by traditional Celtic group CandelFirth (listen at www.bit.ly/faccandelfirth)

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| foothills plein air festival | elbert shubert exhibit

| who | Everyone

| when | This inspiring exhibit is available to view until Saturday, December 17; hours are Thursdays and Fridays from 5:30-7:30 PM or by appointment.

| where | The Studio, 113 W Main St, Elkin, NC 28621

| details | Admire local scenes captured in intricate brushwork by talented plein air artist Elbert Shubert.

| see the opening reception here |

| art instruction|

| art instruction | the foothills arts center |

| sculpture | origami holiday stars

$39.00

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| art instruction | the yadkin valley fiber center |

Wednesday, December 7 | click the image for more information and registration

Doubleweave is a versatile weave structure that can be used creatively and in functional applications such as weaving bags, pillows and jackets. Learn the basic techniques in this 3-hour session.

Saturday, December 10 | click the image for more information and registration

This class will reinforce what you have learned in double weave basics and the vertical tube. You will learn how to weave a small bag suitable for a cell phone or other small items.

Saturday, January 7 | click the image for more information and registration

This 4-hour course covers all the basics to get you started weaving on the rigid heddle loom, from preparing the loom to planning and weaving a project.

Sunday, January 8 | click the image for more information and registration

Learn to weave belts and straps and all the basics on the inkle loom, including inkle loom setup and planning simple patterns.

Friday, January 20 to Sunday, January 22 | click the image for more information and registration

Through weaving a rayon scarf, the beginning weaver will have an introduction to the four-harness loom as they learn to weave.

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