Youth Storytelling Circle to Start In January

After storytelling performances by Shelby Smith at “Dickens in the Country” December 5, young people wanting to learn how to tell stories showed a great deal of interest. It just so happens that Shelby has been looking for this student interest for several years and jumped at the chance. Currently, Tyler County Art Gallery hosts a storytelling circle once a month on the second Tuesday from 7-8:30 pm. Since this is a school night, it was decided set a youth storytelling circle from 5-6 pm on that same second Tuesday. Any student from the age of 7 to 17 is invited to come listen or try telling a story. As a veteran teacher, Shelby will be on hand to moderate the story circle and give helpful hints and suggestions, if requested. This is a “no pressure” kind of get together. This is a chance for your frustrated thespian, aka: chatter box, to develop skills in communication, poise and self-confidence. There is no obligation for this monthly activity, other than perhaps a good pair of listening ears. For more information contact: Tyler County Art Gallery 409-283-2788 or Shelby Smith at 214-212-1771.

An Evening of Dance

The COMpass (Community Performing Arts Series at the Summit) will present "An Evening of Dance" 7 PM, November 22, 2008 at the Eagle Summit located at the Woodville High School. The Lamar University Dance Company will feature a variety of dance numbers from ballet to jazz. TCAL member, Lois Henderson's daughter will be a featured dancer. Tickets are $10 adults.

Thanksgiving Feast

Thursday, November 20th will be Tyler County Art League's annual "Pitch in Dinner" Thanksgiving get-togather. The evening will start around 6 PM with fillin' your plate time around 6:20PM. As is the tradition, TCAL will furnish the turkey & ham. Bring a side dish if you can. The evening will give each of us the opportunity to enjoy great company, get caught up on things we have been doing and just be thankful for all the blessing we find at 210 W. Bluff. Members are encourage to bring guests.

The Cast of "Christmas Belles" will be rehearsing at the Emporium and will join us for dinner. This will give TCAL a special opportunity to meet the cast of the newest community theater production.

Pastel Workshop

Want to explore the world of painting with pastels? Not sure what pastels are but would like to awaken your creative side? Circle Monday, November 3, 2008 on your calendar and join the fun!! Ruth Martin, multi-talented artist, will be your exploration guide.

The one-day workshop will run from 10AM -3 PM at the Art Emporium located next door to the Art Gallery at 212 W. Bluff in Woodville. Bring your pastels. Additional pastels will be available to suppliment the ones you have. Students will work on Art Spectrum Color Fix Paper. Color Fix will be available for purchase if you don't already have it. The fee for the workshop is $35.

Sandwiches/chips will be provided for lunch. Bring your own drink.
If you have any questions call the Art Gallery at 409-283-2788 or Ruth Martin at 409-834-2358.

TCAL Art Exhibition @ ComPASS Concert

Art work from the Tyler County Fine Art Gallery will be on display at each event of the ComPASS (Community Performing Arts Series @ the Summit) 2008-2009 concert series located at the Woodville High School Summit Auditorium. The opening concert in the series is scheduled for 7PM. Saturday, October 11, 2008 and will feature country music by the Matt Moody Band. Tickets (adult $10, Student $5) are available at the door. For Information call 283-3752.

"An Eye on Tyler County"

TCAL proudly invites the public to view the works of charter TCAL member, Jim Powers. "An Eye on Tyler County" will feature 40 favorite photographs captured by Jim Powers during his tenure as photojournalist at the Tyler County Booster. The exhibition will be held at the Art Emporium and will run from October 11 - 31, 2008. Opening reception will be Saturday, October 11, 2008 from 2-4 PM. Public is invited to attend.

The Art Emporium is located at 212 W. Bluff (next to the Art Gallery) in Woodville. For information: 409- 283-2788.