The Labyrinth at Blue Door: This Saturday.

A Blue Door Gallery Solo Exhibition

A ROMP THROUGH GREEK MYTHOLOGY:
THE MINOTAUR AND OTHER MYTHOLOGICAL BEASTS

ARTIST: DON AXLEROAD

Woodcuts, Paintings and Labyrinth

September 19 - October 24

Deceit, brutality jealousy and revenge are all part of the Minotaur Story, brought to life in a new exhibition of prints and paintings by award winning artist Donald Axleroad at Blue Door Gallery, 13 Riverdale Avenue in Yonkers from September 19 through October 24. Families and children are especially welcome at the public reception on Saturday, September 26 from 2 to 5 p.m. Included in the exhibition, a labyrinth inspired by the mythological tale of the Minotaur and the Labyrinth will be featured in the gallery to engage young explorers. The artist’s reception will include a carnival performance by the “Minotaur” who tries desperately to escape the labyrinth. The cast of characters in the story of the Minotaur includes Deceitful King Minos, Beautiful Ariadne, Brave Theseus, Inventive Deadalus, Foolhardy Icarus, the Great White Bull, the Mighty Minotaur and Cerberus, the Gatekeeper from Hell. The Minotaur Story is just one of many examples of ancient Greek mythology which have long fascinated award winning artist Donald Axleroad. He believes that the epic figures of mythology, remind us of the capriciousness of man and nature as they relate to the challenges we face today, ranging from war and vengeance to the diseases of the aging such as Alzheimer’s. He draws the parallel that today, as in ancient mythology, bad things happen to good people – events over which they have no control. Also on display at the Blue Door Gallery will be several of Axleroad’s most recent works which focus on the artist’s portfolio of “The Human Condition: Identity Theft, Role Reversal and Fear of Fate. He currently teaches art to disabled adults with positive results through ARI of Stamford, which he founded. Donald Axleroad has won numerous awards from prestigious organizations including the Salmagundi Club, the National Arts Club of NY and The Allied Artists of America, as well as top prizes in many Fairfield County art associations, most recently Best in Show at the Flinn Gallery in Greenwich Library. His work has been shown in museums on the East coast and in a UN sponsored traveling exhibit of 100 American printmakers. A graduate of Pratt Institute, he has studied with Philip Guston, Richard Linder and Antonio Frasconi.

Events:

• Saturday, September 26 - Artist's Reception - 2:00 - 5:00 pm - LIVE MUSIC AND REFRESHMENTS!
  Special Invitation to children to explore the labyrinth!
  
• Saturday, October 1 - Second Teen Poetry Slam - 6:00 - 8:00pm
  
• Saturday, October 14 - Closing Reception Featuring Katherine Adamenko & Company - 2:00 - 5:00pm

Schoolhouse Theatre- Gino Civale Exhibition

The Schoolhouse Theater (3 Owens Road, Croton Falls, New York 10519) is pleased to announce a fine art event, to coincide with the opening of the first play of the 2009/2010 Season, “ROSE” by Martin Sherman on October 15, 2009.

The art works of Yonkers resident, Biagio (Gino) Civale will adorn the galleries and corridors of the Schoolhouse Theater from October 15^th thru November 30^th, 2009. Oil paintings, Mixed Media, Etchings, Woodcuts and Serigraphs,will be on display.

Biagio (Gino) Civale has participated in over two hundred shows globally, of which 65 have been solo exhibitions. This selection, which has a true international flavor, will reflect his interest in the energy of nature, the feeling and flowing of waters and rivers and the interconnectedness of all humanity. The works comprise a retrospective exhibition representing sixty years of the artist’s vision and work.

A celebratory reception, (a vernissage), attended by the artist, will take place on Sunday October 25 from 1 to 3PM. The exhibit will remain open thru November 30 from 10AM to 2.30PM on Mondays and Fridays; from 10AM to 4PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; during performances and by appointment with the galleries (914 277 8477) or the artist. (914 965 5703). Website Images, photographs and resume details can be obtained directly from the artist’s website, at www.Civale.org or writing to StudioCivale@msn.com .

For a map and directions www.schoolhousetheater.org

The (Forgotten) Melting Pot- Quadricentennial Expert Panel

FORGOTTEN MELTING POT
On October 8, Philipse Manor Hall will be sponsoring a Quadricentennial Expert Panel, which will feature a number of expert panelists discussing New York's cultural landscape and the contributions of under-represented people. The panel will focus on the transitional 17nth century, but will look to various moments in history and the present day, elucidating African American, Native American, Dutch, and women's roles.

Panelists include Sherrill Wilson, Tom Lake, David Ocstreicher, Martha Shattuck, and Louise Devenish. See the image for more details about each panelist.

The schedule is listed below:




6 pm: Object Analysis: Guests are invited to bring in their American "Found Objects" (arrowheads, African textiles, etc.) for analysis by the experts. Please note this is not an appraisal, but rather a placing of cultural and social significance of the object.

7 pm: Panel Discussion: followed by an open Q and A from the audience.

8:30: Reception and booksigning.

For more information, visit http://www.philipsemanorhall.blogspot.com

Children's Book Day- Sleepy Hollow

This isn't in Yonkers, but it sounds like a great event, so I thought it was important to get the word out. (courtesy of Hudsonvalley.org)

Children's Book Day

Washington Irving's Sunnyside Sunday, September 27, 2009

Washington Irving's Sunnyside is the storybook setting for one of HHV's most popular events, a day-long festival for young readers, families, and friends, who can meet more than sixty of their favorite authors and illustrators. Not all authors appear at the same time. 11am to 6pm Regular Admission | Free for Members GROUP 1 11:00-12:30 Tony Abbott Pam Allyn Nora Raleigh Baskin Judy Blundell Richard Brenner Elise Broach Nick Bruel Alyssa Satin Capucilli Jerry Craft Katie Davis Barbara Dee Bruce Degen David Johnson Alan Katz Leslie Kimmelman Peter Lerangis Gail Carson Levine Barbara McClintock Lloyd Moss Marc Tyler Nobleman James Preller Susanna Reich Pat Schories Todd Strasser Eric Velasquez Monica Wellington Howard Whitehouse Ed Young GROUP 2 12:30-2:00 Jules Feiffer Kate Feiffer David Gavril Jean Craighead George Dan Greenburg J.C. Greenburg Arthur Howard James Howe Susan Jeffers Chris Kubie Rafe Martin Jean Marzollo Wendy Mass Florence Minor Wendell Minor Gloria Pinkney Jerry Pinkney Roni Schotter Peter Sis Rebecca Stead Hudson Talbott Mark Teague Mara Van Fleet Matt Van Fleet GROUP 3 2:00-3:30 Howard Fine Charise Mericle Harper Chris Hart Colleen MacCullough Bernard Most Michael Rex Marisabina Russo

Yonkers Knitting Group

The Yonkers Riverfront Library Knitting Workshop meets on Tuesday mornings, from 10:00 am to 11:30 am in the Arts & Crafts room at the Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center, Yonkers, NY.

Learn how to knit or learn how to crochet.
Just bring your own knitting materials and the lovely ladies in the workshop will show you how to get started or help you complete a project you are already working on.
The crocheting group will be working on a simple project. They'll supply the materials for this first project in the new workshop. Of course, you can bring your own materials if you have them.
That's Tuesday mornings, from 10:00 am - 11:30 am.
Please call 914-375-7966 with any further questions.

They also have a blog to read about their latest news and additions.
http://yonkersriverfrontlibraryknitting.blogspot.com/

Open Mic at Jewels by Elan, Friday, Sept. 25

Open mic nights are the breeding ground of the entertainment field.

They are a great place for a beginner to cut their teeth, and for a veteran to work out new things. Come witness groundbreaking works of literature, poetry slam and visual art. Old hands and newbies alike gather in a great atmosphere of support and non-competitiveness.

If you'd like to participate, call (914) 375-7400 or email ellen@jewelsbyelan.com to secure your slot.

Jewels By Elan is located at 25 Warburton Ave almost at the corner at Main Street in beautiful downtown Yonkers.

Friday, September 25, 2009
Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Location: Jewels By Elan
Street: 25 Warburton Ave, Yonkers
Cost: FREE

More info: http://www.jewelsbyelan.com

Columbus Day Concert October 18

Treat yourself to an afternoon of great Italian music!

Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 2:45 P.M.
Saunders High School, 183 Palmer Road, Yonkers, NY.

The Columbus Day Celebration Concert features the 30 piece
Yonkers Concert Band, conducted by Joseph Stamboni,
with soprano Jennifer S. Greene and tenor Dale Smith.

Italian marches, operatic selections, sing-along of Neapolitan
songs with words provided to the audience. Free admission.

Appearance by Miss Columbus 2009.

Performance sponsored by the Yonkers Columbus Day Celebration Committee 2009 in cooperation with the City of Yonkers, Philip A. Amicone, Mayor, and the Yonkers Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation.

Contact Lucille Sciacca at Yocolumbuscncrt@aol.com
or call 914 423 3592 for more information.