Sunday, August 26, 2012

2nd Annual Stake Art Show

It's time, again, for the Stake Art Show!  We would love it if you'd join us! Here are a few things you'll need to know when you sign up:

When is the Art Show? Friday September 14, 2012 5-9 pm

Where is the Art Show? The Stake Center

Is there a theme? Yes.  This year we have chosen the theme to coincide with the youth theme:  "Arise and Shine Forth"

What kind of artwork can I display?  Any kind of visual art is welcome.  Some ideas are, but not limited to, photography, painting, sculptures, multi media, scrapbooking, wood workings, jewelry, quilts, porcelen dolls, sewing projects, Lego creations, collages...the list goes on.

Is there a limit?  We ask that you limit your entries to 2 per person.

How do I sign up for the art show?  Simply fill out an entry form and return it to either Debbie Larson, Stacy Nelson, Gail Gibson, or Shaun Shields.  You may also email the information to DebLinLarson@msn.com. The information needed is: name, ward, age category (primary, youth or adult), what kind of art you will be presenting, display needs if any, and how your piece fits the theme.

Is there a deadline for signing up? Please have your entries turned in by September 11, 2012

When should I bring my art work to the Stake Center?  We ask that you bring your entries to the Stake Center between 10 am and 4 pm on Friday the 14th, however if you cannot make this time, arrangements can be made.

When should I plan on picking up my art work? Please plan on picking up your art work between 9 and 9:30 the evening of the Art Show.

Can I help? We are also looking for any volunteers to help prepare for the art show and to help the night of.  Please contact Debbie Larson if you are interested.

A few more things to note: Please lable your pieces with your name and phone number.  Please remember when you come to the Art Show that we ask that you leave any strollers in the foyer.

Thanks for being a part of the Art Show! If you have any questions feel free to contact me!  Debbie Larson 801-372-4287 or DebLinLarson@msn.com

Sunday, June 3, 2012

5k Fun Run/Walk

          We are excited to invite you to the first ever American Fork Central Stake 5k Fun Run/Walk. A non-timed event on Saturday August 4, 2012 at 8 a.m. Whether you're an avid runner, or just enjoy being with your stake family, come and join us!  All are welcome!  Runners and walkers alike. Strollers are welcome, however because of safety purposes we ask that you leave your bikes, scooters, and the like at home.We will start at the Stake Center and follow the American Fork City trail up 1 1/2 miles and turn around at a designated spot and finish back at the Stake Center.  Water stations will be set up along the way and light refreshments will be waiting for you at the finish line.  If this is the perfect incentive you've needed to strap on those running shoes, a training schedule will be posted to get you up to speed to be running a 5k by the time our activity comes around!
          We are taught in the For Strength of Youth pamphlet that "Your body is a temple, a gift from God. You will be blessed as you care for your body. Choose to obey the Word of Wisdom (see D&C 89). "

Sunday, July 31, 2011

Welcome, members of the American Fork Utah Central Stake! We are excited to invite you to participate in our first ever Stake Art Show. This blog is your source for any info you might need on the art show. Please feel free to post any questions you might have, and we will answer them as quickly as possible.

What: The first ever Stake Art Show
When: Friday October 28, 2011 5:00-9:00 pm
Where: American Fork Central Stake Center

When is the art show?
-- We have set a date for October 28th. An exciting aspect of the Art Show is that it correlates with Stake Conference weekend! What an amazing, spiritual week to celebrate our Savior and learn of His love for us, and a great way to prepare to hear the words of our Savior through our local leaders!

Who can participate?
-- Anyone in the stake of any age is welcome to participate!

What kind of art can be submitted?
-- Any kind of visual art is welcomed, including (but certainly not limited to) paintings, drawings, photography, collages, sculptures, ceramics, papercrafts, scrapbooks, needle art, quilts, etc. Pretty much anything that can be displayed. If you have a question about whether your piece will work, please just ask! Also, please do consider what your piece will need to be displayed (easel, etc.) and let us know whether you can supply it or if you have special needs.

Is there a theme?
-- Our theme for this show is "I feel my Savior's love." We want to celebrate all the ways we feel our Savior's love in all aspects of our lives and encourage all to come to the Savior. Pieces that tie into this theme in any way are welcomed. Each piece in the show will be accompanied by a card where the artist can explain how their piece bares testimony of feeling the Savior's love.

How do I sign up?
--Entry forms will be provided to each ward through your ward representative and then you can get them to Debbie Larson 323 North 400 East, or you can email the information to DebLinLarson@msn.com or call 801-372-4287. Please include: Name, Ward, Age Category (Primary [3-11], Youth [12-17], Adult [18+]), What kind of visual art you would like to present, if you need the Stake Cultural Arts Committee to help with displaying your piece (Easel, etc. There is a very limited amount of easels, so if you can provide you own means of display, that would be best), and how your piece fits our theme.

When is the deadline for signing up?
-- Deadline: October 22nd

When do you have to submit your piece?
-- Deadline: You can bring your piece to the Stake Center on Friday October 28th between noon and 3 pm. Other arrangements may be made if necessary. However, we ask that you contact us by the 26th with information regarding your piece such as size, display type and needs. Also, please remember that it is your responsibility to collect your piece after the show is finished. Arrangements can be made to pick up pieces the next morning.

Please let us know if you have any questions! We are so excited to give many members of the Stake the opportunity to participate in this celebration of our Savior's love!

Thanks,
The Stake Cultural Arts Committee