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Abstractions: Fine Art Exhibition Opening At Ciel Gallery

“Abstractions: Fine Art Exhibition” is opening At Ciel Gallery with a free opening reception July 7, 6-9 PM at 128 E. Park Ave. Viewers attending this show may find themselves feeling like they’re in a jazz concert, only the music they “hear” will be through a visual feast of vibrant colors, shapes and neat compositions. Abstract art typically breaks away from traditional representation. It exists with a degree of independence from real visual references, intuitively exploring and expressing relationships between elements and principles of design in new, unique ways. This show reveals how each artist has taken risks and liberties

Four Artists Present “The Wisdom of Wild Things” Exhibit at Ciel Gallery

Four artists present a quirky view of wild beasties at Ciel Gallery’s The Wisdom of Wild Things exhibit. A menagerie of imaginative whimsy unlike any other, featuring vibrant printmaking and naive mixed media creations in a mash-up of color, texture, and a zookeeper’s wildest dreams in sculpture and pattern leaping from walls, ceilings and windows. Caroline C. Brown and Amy Hart channel their recent residency in Ireland for this exhibit, featuring Irish creatures both wild and domesticated. Teresa Hollmeyer’s exquisite mosaic creatures in glass and tile twinkle with reflectivity, while Jen Walls’ whimsical characters ride beasts into the magical forest.

Ciel Gallery Undertakes Major Philanthropic Endeavor To Benefit Charlotte’s Beloved Arts and Science Council

On May 4th, Ciel Gallery, located at 128 E. Park Ave., will host the Third Annual Skew the Masters Auction Extravaganza. A private event for the Arts and Science council members and donors, with the sole purpose of raising money to support programs which ensure culture for all. The auction will first open, and be available online for public participation, on April 28. To bid, visit www.biddingowl.com/ASC and for previews of the original art being auctioned, follow on instagram at @cielcharlotte. The goal is to raise $15,000 dollars. Then, on May 5th, the Charlotte community will be in for a

6th Annual National Back to The Garden Art Exhibition

Ciel Gallery invites you to join them on Friday, April 7 from 6-9 PM to celebrate nature, from pea pods to Jimi Hendrix, standing stones to conception, with a healthy sprinkling of crows, beetles, and hares among trees and garden settings of every color and description. Come experience a space transformed by stimulating, whimsical fine art created by vibrant, provocative artists. The vulnerabilities of our planet’s fauna and flora are such relevant topics today and using captivating mixed media and sculptural techniques, these artists capture so much of the essence of nature and it’s impact on our life. Many of

ALS Pre-Walk Party Set for March 31 at Village Tavern

ALS Pre-Walk Party (Presented by Team Clary) Village Tavern – South Park 4201 Congress St #190 Charlotte, NC 28209 Friday March 31st from 7pm – 11pm In its sixth year, the ALS Pre-Walk Party, presented by Team Clary, at the Village Tavern at South Park has become the premier kickoff event for the “Walk To Defeat ALS” sponsored by the North Carolina Jim “Catfish” Hunter Chapter of The ALS Association held annually in Charlotte, NC. Craig Clary, who is the Team Captain for Team Clary, talks about how the event began. “My brother, Russell Clary, was diagnosed with ALS in

A Plus Garage Doors Puppy Bowl 2017

This year’s Puppy Bowl promises to be a great opportunity for dog-lovers to play with shelter dogs, browse dog-related attractions, and meet local shelters and business owners! The bowl game features returning favorites – The Humane Society of York County and Peanut’s Place Small Breed Rescue – alongside newcomer Halfway There Rescue, and all three are bringing tons of adorable puppies that would love to come home with YOU! Our vendors represent the best in local businesses, covering every possible need of any dogs you currently own or are planning on owning, and other attractions like a rent-a-puppy and kissing

Charlotte Study Site Opens Enrollment for National Alzheimer’s Prevention Study

Alzheimer’s Memory Center in Charlotte is now enrolling participants in a national Alzheimer’s prevention study to determine whether two investigational anti-amyloid compounds—an active immunotherapy and an oral medication—can prevent or delay the emergence of symptoms of Alzheimer’s in people identified by genetic markers as being at particularly high risk for developing the disease at older ages. The number of people in North Carolina age 65 and older with Alzheimer’s disease is expected to increase by 31.3% by 2025 to a projected 210,000 people, an important reminder that a medical breakthrough for the disease is strongly needed. Alzheimer’s Memory Center is

‘Boots To Business Reboot’ Offers Entrepreneurial Training To Local Vets And Spouses

Boots to Business Reboot, the entrepreneurial training program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), will host a two-day in-person course from Aug. 29-30, 2016 in Charlotte, N.C. Any veteran, service member (including members of the National Guard and Reserves), or spouse considering business ownership is eligible to enroll. Boots to Business Reboot is a unique two-step entrepreneurship program that helps participants unlock the skills, tools and resources necessary to launch and maintain a successful business. The U.S. Small Business Administration offers Boots to Business Reboot through a public private partnership with the Institute of Veterans and Military Families

Training For Races Transformed Her Life And Health … One Step At A Time

At 275 pounds, a flight of stairs was a mountain, a walk from the parking lot was a struggle, and physical activity was exhausting for 43-year-old Pamela Allison. After decades of yo-yo diets, Allison knew a major change was needed. Eight years ago, she started with lap band surgery –- the tool she needed to take and keep off 50 pounds. But at 225 pounds, she plateaued and stayed there for five years. Cutting more food wasn’t working for her, so she started exercising. She chose activities that she found fun, such as ice skating and barre, which helped her

Indianapolis Developer Milhaus Expands Into Charlotte

As part of an overall plan for developing and acquiring properties with a market value exceeding $4 billion by 2020, Indianapolis-based developer Milhaus is expanding into the Charlotte area, and throughout the Carolinas market. This growth comes as no surprise as Charlotte continues to see a rise in their population growth, companies like Milhaus are coming in to help support this. In fact, the U.S. Census Bureau reported that two-thirds of growth in North Carolina’s population took place in Charlotte and the Triangle. Milhaus identified Charlotte as an extremely desirable market for expansion due to many factors, including the region’s