NELA Live

Artists in Discussion at Avenue 50 Studio, Sunday January 24

Birth of My Grandmother - Mita Cuaron

Sunday, January 24, 2010 from 1:00-3:30 pm

Please join us for a "round table" discussion with the artists of our Testimonies Two exhibition as we explore and dialogue on questions of spirituality in art and thoughts on working towards a theme-based show.  You are invited to bring your questions, or just enjoy the exchange of ideas.

Yrneh Brown, Martin Charlot, Mita Cuaron, Ruth De Nicola, Pat Gomez, Yolanda Gonzalez, Mark Steven Greenfield, Lucy Hagopian, Cidne Hart, Wayne Healy, Heriberto Luna, Rafael Matias, Susanna Meiers/Peter Liashkov, Andrés E. Montoya, Toti O’Brien, Suzanne Siegel, Richard Turner

Light refreshments will be served

Avenue 50 Studio, Inc.
a 501(c)(3) non-profit art gallery
131 North Avenue 50
Highland Park, CA  90042
323-258-1435

http://www.avenue50studio.com

Have a Blessed Twelfth Day

Christmas carolers will remember that the season has 12 days. 

For the early Western Christian Church, the twelve days of Christmas end today, with the Feast of Epiphany, celebrated on January 6. It is also known as Three Kings Day.

According to the legend based on the Bible story, the three kings, Caspar, Melchior and Balthasar, who are often called the Three Wise Men saw, on the night when Christ was born, a bright star.

And after seeing the star, the Three Wise Men made a journey of twelve days following the star to Bethlehem, to present the baby Jesus with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh.

Modern feminist humor sometimes gently jokes that Three Wise Women would have asked directions, arrived on time, and brought practical gifts.  :-)

NELAArt Second Saturday Gallery Night, January 9

Saturday, January 9, NELAart presents: SECOND SATURDAY GALLERY NIGHT

WHEN: Every Second Saturday 7:00-10:00p.m.
WHERE: Highland Park and surrounding neighborhoods.

NELAart Second Saturday Gallery Night is a free self-guided tour of the galleries, non-profits and artist run project spaces located in Northeast Los Angeles (NELA).

NELA has a tradition in the arts that dates back to the early 1900s.

The tradition continues with new spaces opening regularly. NELA is now one of L.A.'s most exciting destinations to view contemporary art. 

Individual gallery hours may vary:

Avenue 50 Studios, 121 North Avenue 50

Bike Oven, 3706 North Figueroa Street

Cactus, 5434 Eagle Rock Boulevard

Cafe de Leche, 5000 York Boulevard

Future Studio, 5558 North Figueroa Street

hi tree, 131 North Avenue 50 (behind Avenue 50 Studio)

Jose Vera Fine Art, 2012 Colorado Boulevard

Kristi Engle Gallery, 5002 York Boulevard

Land of Odd Gallery, 4690 Eagle Rock Boulevard

La tierra de la Cuebra, 240 South Avenue 57

Monte Vista, 5442 Monte Vista Street

MorYork Gallery, 4959 York Boulevard

New Puppy, Unit 1, 2808 Elm Street

New Stone Age Mosiacs, 4532 1/2 Eagle Rock Boulevard

PHIL, 4918 York Boulevard

Toros Pottery, 4962 Eagle Rock Boulevard

2 Tracks Art Studio, 135 North Avenue 50 (Next to Avenue 50 Studio)

NELAart is based in Highland Park and consists of galleries and art organizations located in Northeast Los Angeles who are dedicated to increase the visibility of the thriving arts community in the area. Northeast Los Angeles has a long tradition in the arts. Many working artists now continue this tradition by making their homes and having their studios here. The neighborhood is also home to many galleries, alternative arts spaces and arts organizations. NELAart provides a resource to share information and ideas, and assist in promoting galleries and organizations. Please join us in celebrating the arts in Northeast Los Angeles.

Winning Lotto Ticket Sold at La Tropicana Market in Highland Park

Yes, it's true!  A winning California Lotto ticket was sold at La Tropicana Market on the corner of Avenue 52 and Monte Vista Street.

Victorian Mansions at Heritage Square, Los Angeles, Available for On-Location Filming

Are you a location scout in Los Angeles?  Do you need a vintage Victorian Mansion for film or TV location shooting?

Please consider Heritage Square Museum!  The museum staff is industry & location savvy. 

The Eastsider LA reports that with the decline in local on-location filming, revenue for the unique museum has taken a serious hit.

Heritage Square Museum is also available to host private rental opportunities, including weddings, parties, portrait photo shoots and small corporate events upon request. 

For more information on rentals, portrait photography or commercial filming to the Heritage Square Business Offices at (323) 225-2700, Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

http://www.heritagesquare.org/index.htm

Villa Sombrero Returns

Early New Year's Eve at Villa Sombrero Restaurant:

Yes, Villa Sombrero Restaurant is again open at its original location: 6101 York Boulvard.  Same menu, same furnishings, same artwork on the walls.

Excellent margaritas, excellent mixed drinks, excellent guacamole!