January, 2002
Dear friends,
Today we would like to inform you about the workof our Museum. At the same time we cordially invite you to become amember of the Friends of the Museum. Our non-profit organization canwork only with the support of private sponsors and supporters. Pleasejoin us. At least become a member for one year (dues $ 25).
Find out what you personally like, and what youcan do in the future to keep culture alive in America. Until now, ourMuseum has had more supporters and members in Europe than in our owncountry. We are thankful for that. But now the contribution fromAmericans must increase.
These events have already takenplace:
In October we had the pleasure of having atour Museum the painter Edward Tabachnik from Toronto.At our exhibition "Halls of the Hermitage" we showed severalof his latest paintings reflecting the rich artistic heritage of St.Petersburg, Russia. The exhibiton was combined with a small artauction for the benefit of the Museum.
We have again participated in severalcultural and art events with our associates in Europe. To thembelonged a special award to Emilie Schindler, the widow of thehero of the film "Schindler's List." Also Elfie Woerner andEleanor Greatbatch were honored.
The Museum's art collection wasincreased this year by 18 works of art, like bronzes "Yin andYang", "Cassandra", "Death and Birth", ARA-marble pieces "Hope","Harp of Aeolis", and the remarkable bronze-relief "Call in theDesert" by the Swiss-German sculptor RenateStendar.
Social Nights at the Museum: This year, inorder to involve the local community in the life of the Museum, theClarence painter Mary McAndrew volunteered to donate some ofher time as our "Social Director". Mary is in charge of our SOCIALNIGHT at the Museum, always on the last Thursday of themonth.
The social nights are meant to introduce newpeople to the museum, and to show to old friends what is new. Comeenjoy with us some wine and cheese on these days, between 5 - 7 p.m.Interesting small exhibitions, displays or other fun events will bepart of these programs.
Plans for the year 2002:
We would like to start some programs forClarence schools children, to introduce them to some of the art worksin the Museum, and get them interested in art.
In September 2002, we will present jointexhibition by the European sculptor Renate Stendar and the painterMary McAndrew.
Internet: We will continue to offerinformation about interesting artists of our time by increasing ourpresence on the Internet. This year, our web site had some56,000 different visitors, not only from the UnitedStates, but from all over the world. They have downloaded some260,000 copies of the more than 600 articles we have on website.
NEW THIS YEAR: ART OUTINGS. We willorganize group "Art outings" to visit special art exhibitions orother cultural events within driving distance. We will be sending outinformation on this to our members later on. If you have any ideas orsuggestions, call Mary McAndrew at 741-4544.
Next Social Night: Thursday, January 31,2002 from 5 to 7 p.m. We will have on display 12 panels on thetheme "Women and Flowers" by the famous Art Nouveau painterAlphonse Mucha (1860 - 1939). As a special surprise, we willhave an unveiling of a new painting by Mary McAndrew. Come joinus!
Would you like to be part of the Clarence artmuseum? You can, and your help would be most welcome. Come to ourSocial Nights, meet other people interested in art. Volunteer to helpus with special events and publicity.
Become a Friend of the Museum. You canstart at only $ 25 a year. Tell your friends about us. Bring them inon Saturdays. Buy a piece of art, even if only a postcard or an artposter. Become involved.
For any other question, please contactus.
Sincerely,
John Zavrel, Founder-Director
Mary McAndrew, Social Director
Mail to: 10545 Main Street, Clarence, New York14031
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