Mad Hatter Tea and Fashion Show Fundraiser Scheduled

The Franklin County Arts Alliance is planning a Mad Hatter Tea and Fashion Show fundraiser for May 3rd.  We will have 100 tickets to give away beginning in April.  But, because nothing is really FREE, attendees will be asked to donate jewelry (or cash if you prefer not to part with your jewels).  That's really quite mad, but please be assured, all jewelry will be sold or artfully used to fund and promote artistic pursuits within Franklin County.  You can expect some of your jewels to be repurposed into other art media.  Also, Carol Kober at the Saucy Ladies Dress Shop in Mt. Vernon will be showing Spring fashions at the tea.  Anything purchased at her store as a result of the fashion show will net FCAA with a percentage of cost.  Carol has also donated real Mad Hatter tea from Yorkshire for your enjoyment.

Dear Past, Present, and Future Members;

Welcome to 2012. It is going to be an exciting year to explore art.  Just a reminder that, The Franklin County Arts Alliance has stepped out to hire Christian Galloway as an Events Coordinator.  she will be manning the Cultural Arts Office (100 Rusk Street)  on Fridays and the Center will be open to the public during the hours of 10a.m. to 3p.m.  We are actively seeking members and supporters.  If you are already a member and would like to host an art class or conduct other art related programs or shows during Friday open hours, please contact Christian at the CAC.  We are looking toward having phone service,  but at this time please know that your membership, support and understanding while we go through this development phase is greatly appreciated.  Memberships and other donations can presently be handled through the office or by pay pal over the internet.  You can email us at franklincountyarts@gmail.com or send a note to FCAA at P.O. Box 1776, Mt. Vernon, TX 75457 for more information.    Thank you, Jean

Artist Exhibit FCAA

Photos by Betsy Cook, Slide Show created by FCAA

Tomorrow, March 2,  we have an Area Artists Exhibit going up at the Cultural Arts Center, curtesy of Charlotte Chaney of The Frame Up Fine Arts Gallery.   So drop by and see us!  We are open to the public on Fridays  10:00am-3:00pm.   We look forward to seeing all of you at the CAC!

Board Meeting of Franklin County Arts Alliance

The board meeting was well attended.  Check with the office for further details.

Just a quick reminder that the Franklin County Arts Alliance will officially welcome Christian Galloway with a reception tomorrow morning, 10-12 at the beautiful Cultural Arts Center.  Be sure to stop by and welcome her to our downtown family!

Carolyn Teague
Main Street Manager
PO Box 597
Mt. Vernon, TX  75457

cteague@comvtx.com
www.visitmtvernontx.com

Changes is in the Air with the Franklin County Arts Alliance

Over the next few weeks there will be new changes to our blog/website.  This is the perfect time to join Franklin County Arts Alliance as a member and enjoy the benefits of community growth in the arts.

Coming in November will be a Pot Luck Supper and the decorating of the tree for the lighting ceremony on November 25th.   This would be a fun family event.   Watch for upcoming news on times and places.