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Upcoming Events
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August 2008
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Saturday, August 2nd
Summer Social
Time: 11am - 4pm. Rain or shine!
Come celebrate summer at Grounds For Sculpture, 50's style! We're taking you back to the days of Sock-Hops and Malt Shops. While the kids are in their own Young Artist Workshops, parents can learn how to stone carve or cut a rug and show off their swing'n skills in our No Children Allowed Adult Workshops. Listen to music of the 50's, share a malt shake or a root beer float and make your own sundae! Workshops are reservation only by calling (609) 586-0616. A PDF detailing our workshops for the Summer Social is available by clicking here.
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Thursday, August 7th
Visions of Summer: Beginning Photography Workshop
Dates: Aug 7, 14, 21, 28. Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm.
Begin or continue your photograph experience at Grounds For Sculpture! This four-session workshop teaches participants to look at their photographs in a new light and discover the summer beauty of the sculpture park. Please bring a camera of yoru choice. Price: $55 Members; $65 non-Members. Register by calling (609) 586-0616. Instructor: Sally Davidson.
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Friday, August 8th
Courtyard Concert: Natural Breakdown
Time: 7:30pm. Rain or shine!
This jam band strives to bring people together through winding rivers of sound and a unique and uplifting musical experience. Natural Breakdown's guitarist/vocalist, Dan Farella, leads a special yoga lesson prior to the performance at 6pm (please bring a mat or rug). Price: $8 Members; $10 non-Members. Tickets at the door only.
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Sunday, August 10th
Music & Motion
Time: 1-4pm. Free with park admission.
Music & Motion dance Productions present a one-time performance of their new production, Continents: A Global Voyage. A multi-textured celebration of rhythm that is both subtle and complex, Music & Motion takes its audience on a journey to exotic lands, among the diverse sculpture and landscape of Grounds For Sculpture.
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Saturday, August 16th
Gallery Talk: The Art of Wood-Firing with Peter Callas
Time: 4pm. Free with park admission.
Peter Callas, one of the artists in Grounds For Sculpture's Spring/Summer Season 2008, will give a slide presentation on the historical development of Japanese-inspired wood-burning kilns and teh arcane art of wood fired ceramics. Reservations are required. Please reserve by calling (609) 586-0616.
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Saturday, August 16th
Adult Stone Carving Workshop
Dates: Aug 16, 23, 30 & September 6. Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm.
Create your own stone sculptures under the instruction of a master stone carver. In this studio class, stone properties, stone selection, tool use and hand finishing techniques are taught. Specialized tools and materials will be available. Students should bring leather gloves, eye protection, and an apron. In partnership with Digital Stone Project. Instructor: Steve Flom. Prices: $235 Members; $250 non-Members. Register by calling (609) 586-0616.
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Saturday, August 16th
Tots on Tour!
Time: 11am. Ages 3-5. Rain or shine! Free with park admission.
Listen to a story, become park explorers and make original works of art. Bring yoru toddler to learn about sculpture through interactive activities. One adult must accompany each child. Space is limited and on a first come, first serve basis.
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Friday, August 22nd
Courtyard Concert: Jay Keller and the Eastside Vibe
Time: 7:30pm. Rain or shine!
Performing a danceable blend of R&B, Funk, and Pop, Jay Keller and the Eastside Vibe make it hard for you to sit down. Pulling influence from James Brown to Prince, their unique sound and contagious energy will leave you wanting more. Prices: $8 Members; $10 non-Members. Tickets at the door only.
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Sunday, August 24th
Poet's Invitational
Time: 2pm. Rain or shine! Free with park admission.
Calling all poets, writers, musician or any combination of the above. Now is your chance to debut your work at Grounds For Sculpture and get the feedback of your peers! Reading spaces are limited - call to reserve your place (609) 586-0616.
Enjoy a special performance by the Practitioners of Musick at 1pm, part of the events celebrating the 225th Anniversary of Congress in Princeton.
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