SPRING CLEANING WORK BEE
May 11, 2024
Tag: Volunteer
What’s Next?
WHERE WE ARE…
The working group, which by the way, is always looking for more individuals to join, is proud to announce the following. The Gallery now has:
- A Name: The Spare Room Gallery;
- A Logo: (see above) Designed by Aleksi Ann, and
- A Space: Complete with gallery-grade track lighting, a hanging system, security, AND it is painted and ready-to-go.
What’s next? Coming soon…
To join the group and/or to receive the Call for Artists when it’s circulated, email Randy at cmmmcutknife@gmail.com.
~ Debbie M.
Inviting New Board Members
2024 AGM
Sunday, April 21 | 3:30pm at the MAAC | 113 Broad Street
In the past, strong Boards and committed volunteers have enabled the Museum to take on projects like the following:
- Host workshops and speakers; run an afternoon summer camp for children;
- Research and publish projects like Atton’s Lake – a Summer Meeting Place, Cut Knife and Districts School Sites & Points of Interest, and Cut Knife Town Centre;
- Fundraise – remember Ladies Night Out?
- Celebrate Canada Day and Heritage Day with an event, or fireworks, or a dance…
We look forward to hearing new voices at the Board table. We look forward to fresh energy and brave new ideas. You are invited to join us!
Questions? Email cmmmcutknife@gmail.com or speak with a Board member.
~ Debbie M.
Getting Closer
GALLERY SPACE UPDATE
- Track lighting: check
- Hanging system: check
- Window blinds: check
- Door swing reversed to improve space configuration: check
- Paint touchups: in progress
- Security system: needed
- Volunteers: needed
For an overview of the project, read the Unity Press – Wilkie Herald article by Azure McGonigle here: Exciting new art space announced in Cut Knife.
The space is on track to be ready for an early May opening but it will be difficult to continue with a Request for Exhibitors without administrative help.
Do you have some free time and a soft spot for the visual arts? If so, help us establish this gallery space at 113 Broad Street for the artists and arts enthusiasts of Cut Knife and surrounding area. Email Randy at cmmmcutknife@gmail.com.
~ Debbie M.
Track Lighting
RENOVATIONS NOW IN PROGRESS!
Yesterday, Randy began installation of the track lighting. The smaller size of the room means lighting infrastructure can be minimal but it also has to be flexible to accommodate the full range of visual arts practices. LED track lighting has adjustable track heads that can be customized for each exhibit, and it’s easy to clean and maintain. As a non-profit, the CMMM also appreciates its energy and cost efficiency.
Once the lighting is functional, the next steps will be installation of the hanging system and then security.
For more information or to volunteer, email Randy at cmmmcutknife@gmail.com.
~ Debbie M.
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