Art History Lecture - Revisiting the Nazi Purge of Modern Art
Art History Lecture - Revisiting the Nazi Purge of Modern Art
McKinney, TX
Join us as Dr. Clair Robertson shares insight into more of the historic Nazi Purge of modern art. Great discussions ensue, so we hope you'll attend! 12:30 - 1:30 PM in the Carriage House. All are welcome and the event is FREE and Open to the Public.
Wednesday, September 4 2024
12:30 PM
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1:30 PM
Carolyn Skei on Quilts and Inspiration
Carolyn Skei on Quilts and Inspiration
McKinney, TX
Where do ideas for art quilts come from? It took retirement for Carolyn Skei to unravel that mystery and to begin making quilts that win awards and are juried into important exhibits. She had dabbled in fabric dyeing, photography, collage, and a host of other crafts — all while raising her daughter…
Tuesday, October 29 2024
12:30 PM
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1:30 PM
Overview of the Texas Talking Book Program
Overview of the Texas Talking Book Program
McKinney, TX
Attendees to this lecture will learn about the history of the Talking Book program from Sally Ruth, President of the Edelweiss Club. The session is open to the public and all are welcome. Quotes from the Library of Congress Website: "In 1966, Congress passed legislation extending NLS service t…
Friday, November 15 2024
1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
THE LIFE & TIMES OF JULIA CHILD
THE LIFE & TIMES OF JULIA CHILD
McKinney, TX
BON APPETIT! THE LIFE & TIMES OF JULIA CHILD, AMERICA'S "FRENCH CHEF" Learn surprising details about the life of Julia Child, America's legendary "French Chef," famous for her cookbooks and TV shows. In this lecture illustrated with dozens of photos of her life, Sharon Hudgins will also tell about…
Friday, November 15 2024
11:00 AM
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12:00 PM
Grape Thoughts: Sherry, Port, Madeira, & More
Grape Thoughts: Sherry, Port, Madeira, & More
McKinney, TX
Register for our quarterly FOOD SERIES, featuring a variety of different foods from all around the world. This session will provide the history of fortified wines made in France, Spain, & Portugal and how a botanist from Denison, Texas saved the European wine industry in te 1800s. Attendees are w…
Thursday, September 12 2024
12:00 PM
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1:30 PM
Historical Account of the Civil Conservation Corp (CCC)
Historical Account of the Civil Conservation Corp (CCC)
McKinney, TX
The Edelweiss Club welcomes guest to attend a wonderful historical presentation about the CCC (1933-1943) from Ms. Linda Baten Johnson, a speaker from the Collin County Historical Commission speaker bureau. Ms. Johnson will share the mission of the CCC, who was involved, and what they did to build …
Friday, October 18 2024
1:00 PM
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2:00 PM
Community Reception for "ANOTHER 24" Exhibit
Community Reception for "ANOTHER 24" Exhibit
McKinney, TX
We invite the community to swing by and welcome 24 Dallas artists who have graciously shared their artwork at the Heard-Craig Center for the Arts in August and September. On the same evening, there will be a short presentation about the ART O MAT and the steps to be approved as an artist. All wel…
Friday, September 27 2024
5:00 PM
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7:00 PM
ART MEETS FASHION: SHOW ONLY TICKETS AVAILABLE THRU 10/19
ART MEETS FASHION: SHOW ONLY TICKETS AVAILABLE THRU 10/19
McKinney, TX
Many designers have taken the road less traveled to create fashions that pair well with art. You will have the chance to experience a show with beautiful fashions curated with beautiful art. Called a "must attend event" by those who have attended, this show highlights the talents of Devika Dandona…
Saturday, October 19 2024
11:00 AM
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2:00 PM
Heard-Craig Member Night at the Art-O-Mat
Heard-Craig Member Night at the Art-O-Mat
McKinney, TX
If you are a Heard-Craig Member, we invite you to join us on September 27th for our Member Night at the Art O Mat. There will be an overview of the Art O Mat contents, a Meet the Artist night for te "ANOTHER 24" Exhibit, and a short lecturette (at 6:00 PM) about how to become an Art O Mat artist.…
Friday, September 27 2024
5:30 PM
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7:30 PM
Art History Lecture - Revisiting the Nazi Purge of Modern Art Part 2
Art History Lecture - Revisiting the Nazi Purge of Modern Art Part 2
McKinney, TX
Join us as Dr. Clair Robertson shares more detailed information about the historical facts that went into the Nazi purge of modern art. The Art History Lecture is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and all are welcome. The lecture runs from 12:30 - 1:30 PM.
Wednesday, October 2 2024
12:30 PM
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1:30 PM