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• 3RD ANNUAL FINE ARTS FESTIVAL
11:00am-4:00pm presented by the Milton College Preservation Society. Outdoor show-will be tranferred inside Main Hall in case of inclement weather.
Musicians will be featured throughout the day. Food available.
Milton College Historic District
Call 608-868-2354 for ticket info
•“THE MAGNIFICENT EMPEROR”
Performed by the Beloit Janesville Symphony with Ian Nie, a well-respected, established pianist with an international reputation, and long-time professor of music at Beloit College, as well as Patricia Lee is a fourteen year old prodigy who is an emerging artist with a promising future in the musical world.featuring works from Beethoven, Shostakovich, Brahms and Mendelssohn. MAP
Monday Oct 13
• STITCH 'N BITCH II
5:00am-5:30am Stitchers of types (knit, crochet, cross stitch, etc.) and all ages are invited to join others at the Speak Easy to stitch, share, and even learn. For more information: 608-752-9248. MAP
Thursday Oct 16
• ALL I REALLY NEED TO KNOW I LEARNED IN KINDERGARTEN
7:30pm-10:00pm Based on the books by Robert Fulghum. Conceived and adapted by Ernest Zulia. Music and Lyrics by David Caldwell.At the Elizabeth Reinholz Theatre. Reservations: (608) 365-1595 Monday to Friday; 12 pm to 5pm beginning the week before the play (Oct 6).
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•STITCH 'N BITCH
7:00pm-9:00pm Knitters, crocheters, and other portable needlework arts. All ages and genders are welcome. We'll even help you learn a skill you've been yearning to try. No fees nor membership requirements! MAP
•ANNUAL HALLOWEEN WALK
Presented by Spotlight on Kids
Details TBA
Friday Oct 17
• ANNUAL HALLOWEEN WALK
Presented by Spotlight on Kids
Details TBA
Saturday Oct 18
• UAA BUSKERS PERFORMING
8:00am-1:00pm Every Saturday morning on N. Main Street in Janesville. Watch (and donate!) to our street musicians, dancers, jugglers, and more! MAP
•SIMPLY SINATRA: STEVE LIPPIA
7:30pm-10:00pm Presented by Janesville Presents!, Steve Lippia is a singer’s singer. He has quickly become one of the country’s most prominent vocalists and interpreters of Classic pop music. His show, Simply Sinatra, is a rich, powerful celebration of some of the greatest music this country has known With a hot, driving band behind him, Steve moves from crisp, popping swing tunes to lush, poignant ballads with equanimity. He possesses great stage presence – a charm and ease that immediately endears him to audiences. Tickets: Adults $23 - Students $7. For more info: (608) 758-0297 or www.janesvillepac.org MAP
•ALL I REALLY NEED TO KNOW I LEARNED IN KINDERGARTEN
3:00pm-5:00pm Based on the books by Robert Fulghum. Conceived and adapted by Ernest Zulia. Music and Lyrics by David Caldwell.At the Elizabeth Reinholz Theatre. Reservations: (608) 365-1595 Monday to Friday; 12 pm to 5pm beginning the week before the play (Oct 6).
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•OAK HILL CEMETERY TOUR
1:00pm-4:00pm The Rock County Historic Society will stage a special cemetery tour.The walking tour encompasses a visit to six graves of prominent residents in Janesville’s history. Actors in period dress will recount the lives and significant achievements of the six individuals based on scripts written by Pat Thom. For more information, contact the Rock County Historic Society at 608-756-4509. Donations will be appreciated. MAP
•ANNUAL HALLOWEEN WALK
Presented by Spotlight on Kids
Details TBA
Member Organizations List:
Links Section
Alzheimer's Support Group
Beloit Janesville Symphony
Beloit Civic Theatre
Choral Union
Edgerton Performing Arts Center
Golden Strings
HeatWave
Hedberg Public Library
JATV-12
Janesville Art League
Janesville Presents!
Janesville Little Theatre
Janesville Performing Arts Center
MacDowell Music Club
Milton College Preservations Society
Ravens Wish
Rock County Historic Society
Rock Valley Chapter of Badger Chordhawks Chorus
SpotLight on Kids
Stateline Harmony Chorus
Sterling North Society
Stitch 'n Bitch
Studio Allegro
Theatre Unlimited
University of Wisconsin - Rock Co.
WELCOME TO THE UNITED ARTS ALLIANCE
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"After the necessities of life, nothing is
more precious than the arts."
more precious than the arts."
The arts are for all ages!
At ArtsFest '08, Janesville Little Theatre was
represented by Ellen who graciously let others
use her face as their palette to
learn about stage makeup.
What do you daydream about? What do you love? What is it that you are always drawn to over and over? Do you love to paint, play music or write, or garden, or work with children? Do you love design, or music or photography? What do you collect? Have you spent years gathering antiques, paintings or CDs? If we pay attention to what we love, we will discover our unique passions and the life we are here to live. This summer spend some time doing whatever it is you love to do, being whoever it is you are meant to be, and join us in celebrating the arts in Rock County!
Since 1996, individuals, artists, and representatives of area nonprofit arts organizations in the Rock County, Wisconsin area who support excellence in the performing and fine arts have come together to foster an improved awareness and appreciation of the arts. UAA works with individuals and nonprofit members to promote local arts events; facilitate cooperation and collaboration among artists and arts organizations; to educate the community about the arts and their value; and much more.
UAA provides a forum to construct new linkages between the arts and the community encouraging participation and appreciation of the arts through experience and enjoyment.
UAA has produced collaborative performances of member organizations including "Coffee, Chocolate & Cabaret" and the premiere performance at the Janesville Performing Arts Center presenting "Janesville in Stages". UAA has co-sponsored the Main St. Entertainment Series with Janesville Leisure Services, published the first area arts tabloid, ArtsRock; and brought the community together for hands-on experiences with fine artists at "Art Happening". Each year UAA honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the arts in Rock Co. with their induction into the Arts Hall of Fame.
UAA provides opportunities for citizens in the Rock Co. area to become active with, and for, the arts. The membership meets monthly and there is on-going active support of member events. UAA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Current officers are: Larissa Chmielewski, President pro tem; Madge Murphy, President elect, Judith Detert-Moriarty, Vice President; Jack Malin, Treasurer; and Peggy Vechinsky, Secretary.
What are these people looking at?
If you were at ArtsFest '08, you'd know!
This year's theme was a celebration of Rock County's many
cultures through visual and performing arts, languages, crafts, and food!
JPAC and the Riverfront Park were filled with
visitors for the annual event on a perfect October weekend.
Students had an opportunity to be on the stage in the JPAC theater!
A new generation of artists was inspired at ArtsFest.
You may have heard the harmonies of the
Badger Chordhawks Chorus!
Outside the Beloit Boys and Girls Club Spirit Squad reved up the audience.
While inside JPAC, Janesville City Councilman,
Yuri Rashkin performed original piano pieces.
Fiber skills demonstrated included rug/tapestry weaving
Visiting Russian librarians tried their own hand participating
using fabric with fiber artist Kristine Moser
An afternoon workshop in African dance was taught by
visiting performers of the Ko-Thi Dancers
who also were on stage for matinee
and evening dance performances.
Art vendors, performers and food filled the park.
Hands-on art projects are an important part of ArtsFest.
Inside the JPAC lobby, visitors could hear a dulcimer concert.
Hands-on opportunities to paint, to draw, to work
with clay, to carve wood, and more were found everywhere
at ArtsFest for all ages.
Edie Baran, 2008 ArtsFest Director,
helped entertain the audiences.
Dance Attitudes students had an opportunity
to perform under the sun.
StoneRing, a local Celtic band brought a unique sound while . . .
. . . more contemporary break dancers
who have been UAA Buskers this past summer,
thrilled the crowds with their acrobatics.
Fine arts were at ArtsFest in various forms.
Some learned the Japanese art of origami.
What do you think you might see at ArtsFest '09?!?!
BECOME A BUSKER!
Buskers are that rare breed of street entertainer in search of the best place or "pitch" to perform their artistic endeavor. Buskers can be dancers, mimes, artists, clowns, magicians, musicians, puppeteers, jugglers, acrobats, tumblers, living statues, and just plain weird! They can be amateurs or professionals . . .
Busking is NOT against the law: however it isn't legal to accept financial reimbursement for street performance in Janesville unless you are part of a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
UAA is currently looking for performers and artists of every artistic discipline. While a busker member (just $10!) under the UAA "umbrella", you will be able to accept financial, free-will donations at the site of your performance. UAA will provide you with flexible dates and locations in downtown Janesville, provide you with proper identification as a UAA busker, and work to help promote and publicize your performance . You can use this opportunity to hone your performance skills, build a local audience, and earn some money!
To apply or for more information, please contact us using the link at the bottom of this page or complete and submit the application below. If you are unable to use this application, please request a print copy by calling 608.752.9248 and we'll get one to you right away.
Visiting builder/musician, William Grinder of Lake City, TN, stopped by
at the Farmer's Market in September to serenade and delight the shoppers with
his own special country tunes borrowing the guitar of busker regular Jack Sibilski.
Featured performer, Jack Sibilski, enjoyed entertaining a young dancer at a recent Farmer's Market.
Jack has performed more times than any other UAA busker!
Make sure YOU visit the market Saturdays through
October 18 to see the great UAA busker performances!
See a list of our 2008 buskers by scrolling to the
UAA member information below.
For information on how YOU can become a UAA busker
performing in downtown Janesville next summer,
watch for details on this site in
early spring 2009 or contact UAA.
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
Name: __________________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________
City: ______________________________ State: _____ ZIP Code: ________ - _______
Phone: _____________________________ E-mail: ______________________________
__ Please accept my one-time gift of: $10.00 ___$25.00 ___$50.00 ___ Other $____
__ I would like to join as a Summer Busker . . . $10.00 $______
__ I would like to join as a Supporter . . . $25.00 $______
__ I would like to join as an Individual . . . $40.00 $______
__ I would like to join as an Arts Organization/Business (Based on organizational budget)
$24,999 or less . . . . . . $60.00 $______
$25,000 - $59,000 . . . . . $75.00 $______
$60,000 - $99,000 . . $100.00 $______
$100,00 - $199,000 . . . . $125.00 $______
$200,00 or more . . . .$150.00 $_______
Return your annual tax-deductible membership contribution or gift to:
United Arts Alliance, P.O. 8132, Janesville, WI 53547-8132
CURRENT ARTS OPPORTUNITIES SPECIAL NOTICE! Festivals 3rd Annual Fine Arts Festival presented by the Milton College Preservation Society
Due to mold at the Old Town Mall, SpotLight on Kids is temporarily moving! We will be having our classes at Cargill United Methodist Church located at 2000 Wesley in Janesville. Please enter the building from the side parking lot entrance (not the back) and go downstairs.
You can still sign up for classes by calling the studio or mailing in your form. Space is available for all classes!
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Exploration: Lectures, Travel, and More
Get a Second Life Through UW-Rock County Course
Find out how to join a virtual online world and get the most out of it through �Get a Second Life!� This three-session course will be offered by the University of Wisconsin-Rock County on Saturdays, October 4, 11 and 18, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The course will be held in the computer lab in the lower level of Allen Hall on the campus at 2909 Kellogg Ave.
Second Life is a virtual 3-D world that opened to the public in 2003 and is now inhabited by millions of residents from around the world. Participants can create a personal representation called an avatar, which can explore the vast digital content of this online world. Instructor Stacy Cadence will help new and current participants of Second Life to navigate through the endless possibilities presented. Signing up for an account, creating a personal avatar and taking a customized tour will be included in this course.
The course fee is $64 for all three classes. To register, call the UW-Rock County Office of Continuing Education at (608) 758-6565 ext. 360 or visit http://rock.uwc.edu/course/continuing.
Learn to Avoid Money Mistakes at UW-Rock County Program
The University of Wisconsin-Rock County will present a free program titled "10 Worst Money Mistakes" at 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 9, at the Hedberg Public Library, 316 S. Main St. A booklist featuring other titles that reflect the theme of living simply is also available there.
Rod Benstead of Credit Consumer Counseling will share tips for smart money management. A discussion will follow centering around themes in the book Affluenza: The All-Consuming Epidemic by John De Graaf, David Wann and Thomas H. Naylor.
This program is part of a series of programs offered by UW-Rock County and Hedberg Public Library related to the theme of reducing and simplifying. UW-Rock County is using the book about affluenza " which its authors define as "painful, contagious, socially transmitted condition of overload, debt, anxiety and waste resulting from the dogged pursuit of more” – in several classes as part of an effort to engage first-year students in the college experience. The rest of the students, staff, faculty and the community are encouraged to read the book and participate in discussions and activities related to the theme of reducing and simplifying throughout the fall and spring semesters.
Other related upcoming programs at UW-Rock County include a discussion of composting on October 9 at noon and a Recycle Fair on October 22 from 9 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. For a complete listing of events, visit http://rock.uwc.edu/events/.
Swing Dance Classes Offered at UW-Rock County
The University of Wisconsin-Rock County will offer swing dance classes appropriate for adults and high school students in October. A series of classes designed for beginners who want to learn to swing dance will meet on Fridays, October 3, 10 and 17, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Frank Holt Gymnasium on the campus at 2909 Kellogg Ave.
The beginning classes are designed to introduce participants to the fun, gracefulness and camaraderie associated with ballroom dancing. Participants can sign up with or without a partner for this course instructed by John Wood. The cost for all three beginning swing dance sessions in October will be $45 per couple or $25 per individual.
More experienced dancers can sign up for a swing dance lesson with Michael Mattek to hone their techniques and pick up some tips on Saturday, October 11, from noon to 2 p.m. This class will also be held in the Frank Holt Gymnasium. The cost is $40 per couple or $20 per individual.
Upcoming beginner sessions will focus on the fox trot in November and the waltz in December. An intermediate fox trot class will be held November 8 and a New Year�s Eve sampler class featuring the foxtrot and swing dancing will be held December 6.
To register for any of these sessions, contact the Office of Continuing Education at (608) 758-6565 ext. 360 or visit http://rock.uwc.edu/courses/continuing.
Kids Can Learn Robotics at UW-Rock County Class
Students in grades 4 through 8 can register for �Lego NXT: Robot Build, Program & Competition,� a four-Saturday program offered by the University of Wisconsin-Rock County. The class meets from 9 a.m. to noon on October 4, 11, 18 and 25 in the Williams Hall computer lab in room 29 on the campus at 2909 Kellogg Ave.
Participants will use Lego Mindstorms NXT robotics kits to build and program robots. The class will split into two design teams who will have their robots compete in an obstacle course.
The course is limited to eight students. The $94 fee includes all four sessions and a snack each day.
To register or for more information, call the UW-Rock County Office of Continuing Education at (608) 758-6565 ext. 360 or visit http://rock.uwc.edu/courses/continuing.
UW-Rock County Offers Middle School Science Day
Students in grades 6 through 8 can participate in S.T.E.M., a day-long program focusing on fun and engaging aspects of science, technology, engineering and mathematics taught by UW-Rock County instructors. S.T.E.M. will be held Saturday, September 27, from 9:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. on the UW-Rock County campus at 2909 Kellogg Ave.
The program is sponsored by the UW-Rock County Office of Continuing Education, UW-Extension, the Walter & Jessie Francisco Charitable Trust and Dean Health System.
Participants can choose from the following courses:
You Got Game!This is a computer game programming class taught by Jim Dabrowski, M.S., UW-Rock County lecturer of computer science. It allows participants to use GameMaker software to create a variety of 2-D games, including maze games, scrolling shooter games and platform games with different levels. Students will build several games while learning about game development and object-oriented software development. All students participating in the class will receive a flash drive for an extra $15 with the GameMaker software pre-installed for them to keep so they may further develop their games or design new ones.
Chemicals From the Trash Can This chemistry class taught by Kim Kostka, Ph.D., UW-Rock County professor of chemistry, will have students working with waste food scraps to gather valuable chemicals. They will learn how to extract natural chemicals from orange peel and onion scraps, and then will put those materials to use to tie-dye a t-shirt and make a natural fragrance blend.
Water Power! This engineering class taught by Anne-Marie Lerner, M.S., UW-Platteville assistant professor of engineering and Rock County Engineering Program instructor, will explore the technology behind hydraulics. This will include testing the effectiveness of small hydraulic pumps, creating a pump and operating a larger hydraulic pump to elevate friends in the class.
The Mathematics of Symmetry, taught by Mark Fuller, Ph.D., and Ed Stredulinsky, Ph.D., UW-Rock County professors of mathematics, will begin by observing a simple geometric object and then exploring how this leads naturally to multiplication tables for other geometric objects, from which they can find revealing patterns and equations. This study of mathematical symmetry is an important branch of mathematics, with its own important applications, from identifying the shape of a virus in biology to predicting elementary particles in physics.
Fun with Electric Motors is an engineering class taught by Grace Ni, Ph.D., UW-Platteville assistant professor of engineering and Rock County Engineering Program instructor. It will introduce how an electric motor works and allow students to build a simple electric motor and experiment with motor control using some engineering lab equipment, including a DC motor controlled by a microprocessor chip, a DC motor controlled by graphical computer software, and a motorized device that provides touch sensation in virtual reality.
Psychological Mind Games, taught by Linda Reinhardt, Ph.D., UW-Rock County associate professor of psychology, will focus on how memory can play tricks on us and how psychologists use the scientific method to form and test hypotheses about how the mind works.
Investigating Alternative Energy, taught by Dale Buechler, Ph.D., UW-Platteville associate professor of engineering and Rock County Engineering Program instructor, which will include demonstrations and hands-on activities related to wind and solar power.
The $29 fee for the session includes three classes, an exciting presentation on the effects of extreme cold by staff from the Rockford Discovery Center Museum and lunch. Thanks to the generosity of the Janesville Rotary Foundation, limited scholarships are available to students qualified for the public school free/reduced lunch program.
To register or for more information, contact the Office of Continuing Education at (608) 758-6565 ext. 360.
Lincoln-Tallman House Tours
June 1- September 30
2008 Theme: Tallman House in Mourning
440 N. Jackson St., Janesville
$5 adults; $3 children
Holiday Tours of the Lincoln-Tallman House
November 22-December 30
2008 Theme: Tallman House in Mourning 440 N. Jackson St., Janesville
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Exhibits
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Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre FUNdraiser for the Gathering Place
WHAT: “I'm Getting Murdered in the Morning!” An Interactive Wedding Reception
DATES: Saturday, November 1, 6:00 p.m. cocktails, 6:30 dinner
Sunday, November 2, 12:30 p.m. cocktails, 1:00 p.m., lunch
WHERE: Gathering Place 715 Campus St., Milton
MENU: Salad: Gourmet blend of baby spring greens and iceberg lettuce with cucumber, cherry tomato, hard cooked egg & seasoned croutons with pink champagne vinaigrette dressing
Entrée: Choice of Chicken Dijon, Fresh pork cutlet with apple brandy mushroom sauce or Pasta Primevera
Accompaniments: Roasted red pepper couscous with garlic butter and green beans braided in white wine sauce
Dessert: Wedding Cake
TICKETS: $35.00 Available in Milton at: The Gathering Place, 715 Campus Street
And Books and Brew, 613 West Madison. Available in Janesville at: CoDos Coffee House 119 North Main and Cakes by Sheila Bakery and Café 2510 Mineral Point.
Featuring: Milton Chief of Police Jerry Schuetz, Milton Historical Society Director Cori Olson, Milton Courier’s Rick Miller, Gathering Place Director Paula Schutt, JVL Mobile Jock Max Wells, as himself. Also from Milton : John Cruzan, Kathy Treomel, Vanessa Verran and a slate of shady characters from Rock County and Madison. Directed by Edie Baran.
The Gathering Place provides senior citizens with access to programs, activities and services. The whole community, regardless of age, is welcome at the Gathering Place. Please contact us at 608.868.3500 to discover your place in our Gathering.
Volunteer Opportunities
TAB Board Recruiting New MembersAre you a teen with great ideas for new teen programs at the library? Do you have a favorite book you think every teen should read? Do you want to make a difference for teens in your community? Then join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) at Hedberg Public Library! TAB is a group of teens in grades 6-12 that help plan programs, pick books and movies for the library's collection and more! You'll get to come to special events, enjoy free food at every meeting, work on community service projects and review books, audiobooks and movies for other teens. Plus, the experience looks great on college applications and resumes! Join TAB today by calling 758-6587, or you can stop at the Children's Desk for more information.
Janesville Little Theatre
Janesville Little Theatre is looking for anyone interested in being part of our committees - crew members, costume, make-up, set construction, lights, sound, props, stage management, ushers and more. To find out more or join the fun, please contact Jim Thomas at: JT529@yahoo.com. JLT also continues to encourage volunteers interested in back-stage/crew. For more info: (608) 752-4084
Crystal Vickers, UAA Busker,
performed at Palmer Park prior to
Leisure Services Concerts in the summer 2008.
Call for Artists & Performers
Theatre Unlimited, Inc. AUDITIONS
For A Children's Musical Review: "PROUD" & "THIS IS AMERICA" Directed by ~ Laura JorgensenNOV. 15 10:00 am to 2:00pm
NOV. 16 1:00pm to 4:00pm
CHILDREN AGES 6 - 13 : All children auditioning must be accompanied by an adult.
At the JPAC Lobby, 408 S. Main St., Janesville
Come prepared to sing any song, with or without music is fine
Show Dates: Jan. 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 and Feb. 1
For questions, call (608) 201-2660
Janesville Little Theatre Auditions for "The Moon is Blue"
7pm at the Little Theatre Workshop on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 15, 17 and 18. Roles for 3 men and 1 woman with rehearsals beginning after the holiday season. For information call: 752-5300.
Janesville Little Theatre Auditions for "The Happiest Millionaire"
7pm at the Little Theatre Workshop on Tuesday and Wednesday March 31 and April 1. Roles for 13 people of various ages. For information call: 752-5300.
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Meetings
United Arts Alliance Monthly Meeting
United Arts Alliance: Wednesday, October 22, 7:30 a.m. at JPAC, 408 S. Main St., Janesville, WI
More Opportunity for Children!
Symphony Offers TicketsThe Beloit Janesville Symphony offers all children and students free tickets to their series concerts. Adults who attend with them may purchase their tickets for just half price! (So if you don't have a child or grandchild in the area, bring a friend or neighbor and their children.) This year they have also offered programs in both English and Spanish. For more information, contact the Beloit Janesville Symphony.
Other Opportunities
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Please let us post your upcoming opportunities here! Send your information via the contact form at the bottom of this page.
UAA MEMBER INFORMATION VISUAL ARTS
The Janesville Art League Ravens Wish
Connie Glowacki Judith Detert-Moriarty PERFORMING ARTS Beloit Janesville Symphony
Beloit Janesville Symphony (BJS) Organized in 1953 as a volunteer orchestra, the Beloit Janesville Symphony has grown to more than 70 professional musicians and nine staff. It now serves as a major cultural resource to the citizens of the Stateline area by providing a rich variety of orchestral music and related cultural outreach activities to the public, the schools, and other institutions in the service area, while providing an opportunity for talented musicians from a 40 mile radius to participate together in a meaningful orchestral experience. The orchestra performs classical concerts in Beloit and Janesville, free summer patriotic Pops Concerts, a Winter Pops Concert, a Holiday Concert and three student concerts each season. For more info: (608) 363-2554.
Edgerton Performing Arts Center
Located at 200 Elm High Drive, Edgerton, the Edgerton Performing Arts Center (EPAC) is owned and operated by the Edgerton School District. A pre-K - 12 facility, all grades see performances in music and drama, along with lyceums on various subject matters. In 2004, the Wartmann Endowment for the Performing Arts (WEpac) was conceived with a mission to provide a diverse selection of quality, affordable entertainment to the Edgerton community. For more info: (608) 884-9402 extension 210 or visit: www.edgerton.k12.wi.us/pac Janesville Performing Arts Center
Since 2004, the Janesville Performing Arts Center, 408 S. Main St., Janesville, serves as the premiere performing arts and entertainment center for the greater Janesville area to enhance the quality of life for current residents and future generations. They offer a diverse mix of performances by local groups and professional touring acts. JPAC is also the home to the United Arts Alliance Hall of Fame and is locaetd in the historic Marshall building. The Main Social Room in JPAC houses a rotating art exhibit of works provided by members of the Janesville Art League. JPAC is proud to be "Bringing the Arts to Main Street". JPAC Box office Hours - pick up your tickets in person during the following hours:
Monday 1:00 pm- 5:00 pm
Tuesday 1:00 pm -5:00 pm
Wednesday, Window Closed, orders taken by telephone only.
Thursday 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am-1:00 pm
OR 1 hour before showtime
For more info: (608) 758-0297 or visit: www.janesvillepac.org Rock Valley Chapter of Badger Chordhawks Chorus
The Badger Chordhawks was established in 1949. The Rock Valley chapter strives to be a widely-recognized, ever-growing, singing fraternity of men who are drawn together in fellowship by sharing their music with the public and by their enjoyment of singing in the barbership style. They pursue musical excellence by providing educational opportunities through choral singing, quartetting, gang-singing, wood-shedding, and participating in competitions. They share their style of music with the public to entertain, to recruit new members, to promote charitable causes, and to preserve the barbershop style for future generations. The Badger Chordhawks welcome al visitors and prospective members each Monday 7-9p.m. at the Gathering Place located at 715 Campus Street in Milton.
Beloit Civic Theatre
The Beloit Civic Theatre was founded in 1932 and has been presenting Broadway's best to audiences from the Stateline area for over 70 years. It is a community-oriented service group stemming from a three-fold purpose: to give members of the commnity and the surrounding area the opportunity for self-expression in the art of acting, or in the creative work of the applied technical arts of the theatre; to present to the community worth-while dramatic classics, modern masterpieces, and original plays which provide distinct, unique, or experimental dramatic entertainment for and by it's members; and to present productions as an art form which further educational and spiritual influces in the community, and by so-doing, create, enlarge, and stimulate a drama-and-theatre supporting public. BCT sponsors a scholarship fund whic helps graduating students planning further study of the performing arts.For more info: (608) 362-1595 or www.madstage.com/Companies/beloitcivic.html Choral Union
Choral Union was founded in 1881 and has performed annual concerts since 1919. The group's mission is to perform the great choral masterpieces and to continue the choral tradition. Choral Union is a community chorus, bringing together singers and instrumental performers from area communities to learn and perform fine music. Membership is open to anyone interested in fine choral works. Golden Strings
Golden Strings is a strolling strings ensemble which was formed in 1987. It encompasses students from Craig and Parker High Schools who play for a variety of events, including banquets, weddings, etc. For more info: (608) 756-5188 HeatWave
HeatWave, the Rock County 4-H Show Choir, is a 38-member group representing fourteen 4-H clubs from around the county and is open toa nyone 13 years or older who is enrolled in the Rock County 4-H program. HeatWave was founded to provide a positive learning experience for 4-H youth interested in the performing arts. The group teaches performance skills, develops talent, encourages cooperation and creativity, and expands leadership and communication skills. Member involvement includes: choreography, vocal development, fundraising, costume design and prop building. The season runs from late spring to early fall. For more info: (608) 875-6311 Janesville Presents!
Since 1937, Janesville Presents!, formerly the Janesville Concert Association, has brought live, profssional performing arts to the Janesville area at an affordable cost to the public. They sponsor a wide variety of presentations which have included such notables as Pablo Casals, Marion Anderson, and the Vienna Choirboys, as well as, ballet companies, children's theatre and other musical groups. JP! relies, in part, on sponsorship and support from individuals, foundations and businesses. Season tickets are available to include all performances for the season or, for a reduced rate, tickets to a limited number of performances. For more info: (608) 756-1376 or www.jpresents.org Janesville Little Theatre
Janesville Little Theatre is Wisconsin's oldest community theatre group. Founded in 1928, the group has continuously presented the classic comedies and dramas of Broadway. In addition to thought provoking contemporary plays, JLT is now back on the stage where they began at JPAC. Season tickets are available. As a community theatre, auditions are open to anyone interested in acting or any other facet of theater production, such as lighting, costumes, make-up, and set design. For more info: (608) 752-4084 MacDowell Music Club
The MacDowell Music Club supports the musical culture of its members through monthly programs, provides a venue for members who wish to perform, sponsors the Jr. Federated Festival, presents music scholarships for talented local youth, and supports other musical concerts and organizations. The MacDowell Music Club of Janesville was organized in 1903, and has been a member of the State and National Federation of Music Clubs since 1928. The group meets monthly at the Woman's Club, 108 S. Jackson St., Janesville. For more info: www.macdowellmusicclub.com SpotLight on Kids/footlight productions
SpotLight on Kids' mission is to make the performing arts come alive for the community, children in particular, by educating young people in all aspects of the performing arts. Performance and production opportunities are offered to alow children to acquire new skills and to achieve confidence through exploration of the performing arts. SOK assists area educators in making the arts come alive for their students through the theatre, creative dramatic workshops, and storytelling. For more info: (608) 758-1451 or www.spotlightonkids.org Stateline Harmony Chorus of Sweet Adelines International
The Stateline Harmony Chorus of Sweet Adelines International has been a part of the Janesville arts comunity for more than 16 years. The group offers a full chorus and quartets that perform throughout the area for community centers, nursing homes and a variety of businesses, organizations and community events. Members also compete in regional compettions. The group's members come from all over the stateline area. The chorus meets every Tuesday evening from 7-9PM at the Rock Co. health Care Center in Janesville. Guests are always welcome at any rehearsal. Studio Allegro
The Janesville Art League furthers community interest in the visual fine arts, meetings. The over 100-year-old club is open to anyone with a desire to support the arts and to enhance their life. For more info: (608) 754-4544
Ravens Wish is an art gallery and custom frame shop serving the south central Wisconsin and north central Illinois area. The artwork of more than 25 local and regional artists is on display and includes glass, woodwork, sculpture, textiles, jewelry, photography, and acrylic, watercolor, and oil paintings. Over ninety-five percent of the artwork offered by the gallery is made by Wisconsin artists and all of the work is created in the USA. Raven�s Wish is located at 2871 Liberty Lane, behind ShopKo and the new Pontiac Convention Center, and can be found online at www.ravenswish.com.
Watercolor and Graphics
www.connie-glowacki.com e-mail: watercolor@connie-glowacki.com
Illustrator, graphic and fiber artist
e-mail: proartist@aol.com
Studio Allegro opened in downtown Janesville in September of 2005. The studio, located at 216 W. Milwaukee, is home to five Yamaha Grand Pianos from Ward Brodt, including a Disklavier. The teachers use the curriculum of N. Jane Tan's method, "The Well-Prepared Pianist" which focuses on teaching students to play the piano without tension in their wrists and hands. The goal is to teach students to play the piano musically and artistically from the very beginning lessons. One key element of the curriculum is a five piano ensemble, called Piano Teams (tm). These are comprised of five people playing music that has been specifically composed for five pianos. Ensemble playing provides the social element of fun and camaraderie for piano players of all levels and all ages. For more info:608-754-2065, or cell 608-931-6087
Theatre Unlimited, Inc. Theatre Unlimited, Inc., a theatre group dedicated to bringing high-quality musical theatre to southern Wisconsin, performs a variety of musicals from classics to contemporary, from Broadway to Disney, from adult productions to children's shows. Since 1992, TUI has performed in various venues throughout Rock County. Today, TUI makes its home at JPAC. They present live entertainment performed by the community for the community. Local actors and musicians have presented numerous hits over the years, and have dedicated the proceeds of several shows to various other non-profit community agencies. Open auditions are pubished in the Janesville Gazette and the public is invited to get involved on stage or behind the scenes. For more info: (608) 346-2413
Edie Baran (founder of SpotLight On Kids)
Story-telling, directing, acting instruction to people of all ages, and especially young people, in Rock County for over 16 years...and more! For more info: ediebaran@yahoo.com or call 608-879-9280
Freda Treder
Since 1985, Freda Treder has presented 15 holiday, secular, Christian outreach and inspirational programs of narration and songs she has developed for many area churches and organizations in southern Wisconsin including performances of THE SECRET GARDEN at Rotary Gardens most recently in February, 2008. She also was invited to perform at Milton College Preservation Society's "Sunday Afternoon in the Chapel”, Festival of Trees (Beloit Hospital Auxiliary), Rotary Garden's Winter Wonderland Walk. The MacDowell Music Club of Janesville, Wisconsin was given a National Award of Merit in the Folk Music program category (1998) recognizing Freda Treder's program based on "The Secret Garden" by Frances Hodgson Burnett. She is an occasional contralto soloist for church services and other special occasions. Freda can be reached at (608) 752-6998 or email - ftreder@charter.net.
CULTURAL CENTERS
Hedberg Public Library Heberg Public Library, in Janesville, is a cultural center for the community providing people of all ages and backgrounds free access to the arts. Among the offerings are monthly exhibits by local artists on the library's art wall, case exhibits that may feature 3-dimentional art, a permanent collection of art on display throughout the library, special exhibits, performances for children by musicians, storytellers, pupeteers, jugglers, magicians and others; films for children and teens; and workshops for children and teens that focus on the arts, crafts and music. JATV-12, Janesville library-operated cable-access channel, features programming on the local arts scene as well as an event calendar. The adjaent Downtown Riverfront Park Project, which the Friends of Hedberg Public Library are helping to spearhead, already includes many sculptures and a performance backdrop for outdoor programs. For more info: www.hedbergpubliclibrary.org
Rock Co. Historical Society The Rock Co. Historical Society includes historic sites, archives, museum and more including arts programs. The Helen Jeffris Wood Museum Center features a gift shop, staff offices, conference room and education rooms. Visitors are welcome Monday -Friday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The museum center is housed within the remodeled home of Stanley Tallman, grandson of William M. Tallman. The RCHS Archives and the Rock County Genealogical Society can both be found at the Wilson King Stone House. Open Wednesday - Thursday, 9 am - 3 pm. Please call ahead. (608)752-5891 The official site of Janesville's Award Winning historic house museum is the Lincoln-Tallman House. Tour all five levels from basement to cupola of this Italian villa style mansion where Abraham Lincoln was a guest in 1859. Also located at the 4-H Fairgrounds in Janesville, the Frances Willard School is open during the spring, fall and during the 4H Fair in July, for third-grade school groups. For more info: Rock County Historical Society P.O. Box 8096, Janesville, WI 53547-8096 (608) 756-4509 http://www.rchs.us/index.htm
Milton College Preservation Society Shortly after the closing of Milton College in 1982, two groups (The New Alumni Association of Milton College, Inc. and the Main Hall Preservation Society) organized to preserve Main Hall, the history of Milton College, and to maintain alumni relationships. In 2005, the two groups became the Milton College Preservation Society. The organization owns and operates Main Hall, a National Historic Register building, that is a museum documenting the history of Milton College (1844-1982). In addition to the public museum open in June, July and August, the Society sponsors an annual alumni weekend and Fine Arts Festival. To contact the organization, phone 608-868-2354 or email mainhall@miltoncollege.org . You may visit our website at www.miltoncollege.org.
Sterling North Society The Sterling North Society in Edgerton, WI was organized in 1989 to preserve and promote the literary legacy of Sterling North, among them his well-known book Rascal, A Memoire of a Better Era. In 1992, the Society purchased the Sterling North childhood home and began a drive to restore the property to its 1917 setting. Today, the home serves as a literary center and museum with programs available to schools and the general public. For more info: www.sterlingnorth.com
UW-Rock County A freshman-sophmore university with an enrollment of 900, UW-Rock Co. provides students with a liberal arts education that prepares them to transfer to a four year university. Arts are an important component of campus life and community outreach. The Kirk Denmark Theatre is home to University theatre and music events including the popular Rock Prairie community music group. The university also hosts a Performing Arts Series each year. For more info: (608) 758-6566 or see http://rock.uwc.edu
SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS
JATV-12 JATV-12 is Janesville's award-winning local public access television station which has been on the air since July 1997. the mission of the station is to provide information, educational, and entertaining local programs that reflect the community and the area. Training and equipment is available for local arts groups to tape events for television broadcast. The Community Calendar is available to promote the local arts events. JATV viewers appreciate programs featuring area orchestras, bands, choral groups, artists, writers, and entertainers. For more info: (608) 758-6618
Jim & Sandy Bishop: Learn to Dance!
Jim and Sandy started dancing in 1982 when they signed up for a dance class taught by their friends. They became masters of the fox trot, swing, waltz, polka, cha-cha, rumba, jitterbug, and more. They found they loved dancing so much that they decided to share their love of dance teaching others. If you're dreaming of dancing, sign up for one of their classes today. Start with the basic steps of the fox-trot, swing, waltz, and cha-cha proceeding with more steps and variations every week. Intermediate students continue the basics plus rumba, and cha-cha . All classes held at: First Lutheran Church, 612 N. Randall, Janesville, WI For more information call Jim and Sandy at 608-752-7756
Stitch 'n Bitch (SnB or SnB II)
The normally solitary act of knitting has become more communal with stitchers who gather together each week at TWO locations: Mocha Moment, 1121 Center Ave., Janesville, from 7-9p.m. each Thursday or Stitch 'n Bitch II (SnB II) every Monday 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Speak Easy, 19 N. High St., Janesville. Enjoy coffee, dodging skeins of run-away yarn, stitching and conversation. Even new knitters who aren't yet consumed by the growing popularity of the art - or other needleworkers who crochet, embroider, cross stitch, etc. - can enjoy an time spent stitching with others providing the further opportunity to learn and get advise. The focus of the group is knitting but welcomes all ages and genders of needle-crafty people with different levels of expertise. For more information visit http://www.mochamoment.com/meetingplace.htm, http://stitchingcreationsandcommunity.blogspot.com, or call 608-752-9248, or e-mail proartist@aol.com.
Alzheimer's Support Network
The Alzheimer's Support Network is a non-profit organization serving Rock County for 10 years. The staff has over 47 years of combined experience in hands-on care-giving, resource referral, support group facilitation, case management, assisted living, nursing home & hospice work, providing caregiver education & advocacy. One-on-one family consultations & high quality, donation-based facility trainings available. For information please call 608-314-8500 or email memory@tds.net.
INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIPS
In addition to its member groups, the United Arts Alliance has many artists and other individual members who appreciate and wish to participate in, support and promote the various arts in the stateline area. Several of them take an active role in the organization including in leadership positions. Other individuals provide vital financial support with their memberships, participate as special event volunteers or provide support by attending the activities of UAA member groups. The United Arts Alliance appreciates the support of all its members and invites the public to join them in their mission of "fostering an improved awareness and appreciation of the arts" For more info: (608)752-9248 or P.O. Box 8132, Janesville, WI 53547-81322008 BUSKERS
Performing throughout the summer in downtown Janesville. Call 608.752.9248 for times and locations.
Mark Fiore
Marks talents include playing piano, juggling, and hula hoop arts.
Paul Holz & Crystal Vickers
Paula has been performing since she was 5 years old. She majored in music at college and is skilled in many instruments including a background in percussion playing with bands in the 1980s as percussionist and backup vocalist.
Crystal has studied dance including jazz, tap, ballet and African tribal. She began belly dancing and fire dancing 10 years ago. She also performs at weddings and Renaissance events.
Angela Presti & Brandon Summerbell
Angela is a graduate of Parker High School and has been playing the viola for 9 years. Brandon performs on violin with the Parker H.S. orchestra. You could also have seen them perform with the Golden Strings and the Rock Prairie Youth Orchestra.
Frank Fiore
Frank performs as a solo artist or with his 3-piece variety combo in the Rock Co. area. Listen to a sampling of his artistry at: www.frankfioreguitarist.com
Marcy Dunagan
Marcy, sometimes known as the "Boogie Woman", plays acoustic guitar and signs a mixture of folk, blues and original tunes. Marcy has also played keyboard with the Dave Turner Project.
Jeffery Mattson
Jeffrey and his son, Josiah, often work together as they make fanciful art from balloons. You may have seen them before at the Madison Farmer's Market and they make a great addition to the UAA Busker line-up!
The Doiels
Steve and Teresa have performed at Summerfest, at Noah's Ark and now play with the Bel-Cats, Steve Doiel Trio and also do solo music. Watch for them at the Janesville Farmer's Market as well as other events throughout the area.
Jack Sibilski
Jack joins our Buskers with his acoustic guitar music. He has been playing for 7 years and writes much of his own music with a variety of musical influences.
DON'T SEE YOUR EVENT OR GROUP? If you are an artist or performer, an arts group, a supporter of the arts in the Rock Co. area or know of an arts opportunity that isn't listed on this site, please let us know. All UAA members are provided this FREE service. We make every effort to make sure all information is updated and current. Your comments and suggestions are welcome!
UAA HISTORY In April of 1996, Judith Detert-Moriarty brought local nonprofit arts organization leaders and others together and discuss the development of a cooperative effort to establish an arts alliance between the various groups and individual artists. These ambitious individuals met with the idea of formulating an area arts events calendar, mutual promotion of arts activities and the eventual development of a performing and exhibiting arts facility. The group became known as the United Arts Alliance. Early UAA activists included: Lois Buell, Dorothy Gilbertsen, Virginia Turner, Edie Baran, Kathryn Hagan, David Feingold, Peter Diotte, Jackie-Wood Schoof, and Ted Kinnaman. The United Arts Alliance is unique in that such efforts are rarely begun by citizen volunteers alone. In almost all other instances, similar coalitions have always been initiated and funded by local school districts, state or municipal governments. In Wisconsin, UAA has the singular distinction of having brought together a diverse group of people with a variety of interests in the arts to bring more arts opportunities and events to everyone of all ages in the community without corporate, government or other municipal sponsorship. Out of the initial meetings and local surveys of existing arts organizations, it was determined that Janesville had an immediate need for a theatre performance and exhibit space, as well as a place where all arts organizations could have office space, rehearse, educate and be promoted together. The availability of the old Marshall Middle School became the focus of the groups efforts in the spring of 1997 because it already had a grand auditorium/theatre and the building was being put up for sale by the Janesville School District. The United Arts Alliance led in negotiations and organized community forums with those developers who placed bids on the property in the attempt to save the theatre, as well as some adjacent rooms for workshops, arts offices and more. Today we know that facility as the Janesville Performing Arts Center. The leadership of UAA along with the many dedicated volunteers that form the core of the United Arts Alliance, individual members and its organizational members continue to experience growth and the development of arts opportunities for Rock County communities. UAA has demonstrated the experience and skill to take the time, energy and talent to link the arts community toward common goals of growth, partnership and greater opportunities through the arts for everyone. The United Arts Alliance was first organized to support excellence in area performing and fine arts, to encourage participation and appreciation of the arts, and to plan and develop a cultural/civic center. It continues with it's important mission to grow support, appreciation and participation in Rock County arts today.
