Arts Views is a monthly e-newsletter for Medina County Arts Council patrons & Medina County residents to promote & build community excellence through the arts.

Save the Date

MCAC Annual Meeting: Wed., Feb. 19, 5 pm

The Medina County Arts Council will hold our Annual Meeting on Wednesday, February 19, 5 pm at Medina Library, 210 South Broadway Street in Medina. Board members will report on 2019 activities and plans for the future. Our 2019 grants recipients will discuss their projects. Members are urged to attend.

2020 MCAC Grants: Apply Today!

The Medina County Arts Council invites local organizations with an arts-centered focus or project to apply for grant funding to be awarded in 2020. To be eligible, applicant organizations must have 501(c)(3) status or be a not-for-profit organization located in Medina County and have a dedicated mission statement or special project with an arts focus. The application deadline is Feb. 29.

Fall in love with the arts this month with a variety of engaging
and heart-felt activities throughout Medina County:

ORMACO - Lenard Jackson: Passion, Poetry & Piano
Wadsworth Public Library – Sun., Feb. 9, at 2 pm

Oberlin student and artist Lenard Jackson will share his heart with you through art during this Valentine’s Day influenced event that blends passion, poetry, and piano. Register here to ensure seating.

Medina Show Biz Co. - Wind in the Willows
March 6-15, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, Sundays at 2 pm
Haddad Theater Medina County Administration Building
144 North Broadway Street, Medina
Admission: $15 Adults, $12 Seniors and Students

Join Ratty, Badger, Mole and the impulsive Toad as they embark on a series of riotous adventures spiraling from Toad's insatiable need for speed! Wind in the Willows is a musical production produced by Jamie Hendry and directed by Will C.Crosby. It was written by Julian Fellowes of Downton Abbey fame, with music and lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, based on the novel of the same name written by Kenneth Grahame. Order tickets here.

Arts & Crafts at the Medina County District Library

Art in Action - Medina
Sat., Feb. 15, 11 am - 2 pm

Leave your winter blahs outside and experience inspiring works of art inside. Talk with local artists, learn their techniques and even create some art! All ages welcome. Event details.

Fiddle Fest - Buckeye
Sat., Feb. 15, 2-3 pm

Stop by for a lighthearted afternoon of fiddle music from a local studio. Enjoy the tunes and learn a bit of folk music history. Event details,

Baby Footprint Art - Brunswick
Mon., Feb. 24, 9:30-10:30 am

Drop in and paint a rocket ship with your baby. For children ages birth to 24 months. Join the waitlist.

Crazy for Comics - Seville
Tues., Feb. 25, 6:30-7:30 pm

Comic fans and aspiring comic artists are invited to draw, chat, and share. Snacks and supplies provided. Register here.

Arts & Crafts at Wadsworth Library

Zentangle - Art in the Afternoon
Mon., Feb. 10, 4-5 pm

Zentangles are designs that include repeating patterns such as dots, lines, and curves. It has the same calming effect as coloring,but involves drawing. Children will practice making zentangle designs and then use what they have learned to make cool pictures. Ages 5-10. Event details.

Writing as a Craft - The Arts Series
Tues., Feb. 11, 7-8:30 pm

Local author Seth Borgen will help guide your creative writing process in a trio of workshops designed to give your writing a boost with feedback, discussion and a push to keep your process going. Seth, author of the award-winning ‘If I Die in Ohio,’ is proof the struggle can pay off. Patrons are encouraged to bring their material and be ready to jump into the discussion. Register online or call the Library at 330.335.1294.

Arthur Dove - Art for Homeschool Families
Wed., Feb. 26, 2-3 pm

Learn about the art of Arthur Dove, who is considered the first American abstract painter, and use simple shapes and strong colors to create your own abstract art. All ages. Event details.

Writing Live with Shelley Pearsall
Thurs., Feb. 27, 6-9 pm

Shelley, an author of six acclaimed books for middle grade and teen readers, will lead the audience through a variety of exercises in brainstorming, creative thinking, descriptive language and using a writer's vision. Register online.

 

Click here to see a full list of Medina County Community Arts Events. If you want to add your upcoming events to our website, submit your request here.