FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MEDIA CONTACT: Paula Danoff, [email protected] or (847) 475-5300 ext. 206
The Evanston Art Center is proud to present the 12th annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo. Winter Expo features one-of-a-kind pieces of work by over 110 selected artisans.
Winter Expo will be held from November 22 to December 22, 2014 at the EAC.
EXHIBITION: 12th Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo
DATES: November 22 – December 22, 2014
PREVIEW PARTY: Friday, November 21, 6:00-9:00 pm
HOURS: 10am-4pm, Mondays – Saturdays (closed Thanksgiving)
12pm-4pm, Sundays
The Arts and crafts offered at the Winter Expo include original, handmade works of jewelry, ceramics, fiber, metal, glass, painting, photography, mixed media, and more. All proceeds from the Expo will benefit the ongoing exhibition, education, and outreach programs at the EAC. The Winter Expo is also the perfect opportunity for families to shop for everyone on their holiday gift list.
It is sponsored by First Bank and Trust, KOI Restaurant, Robert Gold Salon, Minuteman Press, Evanston Review.
Preview Party - November 21th from 6:00–9:00 pm
Shop before the general public!
Tickets: $30 for early registration and $35 at the door
Silent Auction – November 21th to 23th closes at 4:00 pm
Featuring art works donated by participating Expo artists
In addition to the regularly scheduled Winter Expo dates, the EAC will also host a number of special shopping events:
Jewelry Fest – Saturday, December 13th from 10:00am-4:00pm
Men’s Shopping Day – Saturday, December 20th from 10:00am-4:00pm
Featuring free gift wrapping and "helpers" to find the perfect gifts
EAC Student Expo – December 6th to December 22nd
Handcrafted items made by our very own Art Center students featured in the 2nd floor gallery
A non-profit organization, the Evanston Art Center is dedicated to fostering the appreciation and expression of the arts among diverse audiences. The Art Center offers extensive and innovative instruction in broad areas of artistic endeavor through classes, exhibitions, interactive arts activities, and community outreach initiatives.
The Evanston Art Center is located at 2603 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL. Limited, free parking is available. Gallery hours are Monday-Thursday, 10am-9pm; Saturday,
10am-4pm; Sunday, 1-4pm.
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For more information please visit us online at www.evanstonartcenter.org, or call
Paula Danoff, Director of Communications, at 847-475-5300 extension 206.