Events, Workshops and Classes at The Hub on Canal – January 2020
A Celestial Odyssey – The Hub on Canal’s Third Annual An Affair of the HeART Gala
Saturday, March 14, 2020, 6:30pm
Tickets available online January 2 for Members, January 6 for non-members
The Hub on Canal’s annual gala fundraising event, An Affair of the HeART, is back for its third
year on Saturday, March 14, 2020. This year’s theme is A Celestial Odyssey.
Lift off
Saturday, March 14, 2020 , 6:30 in the evening @ The Brannon Center, New Smyrna Beach
Themed attire optional
A Celestial Odyssey attendees will be surrounded by great music, dancing, stellar food, cosmic cocktails and wine, Champagne tasting, and assorted star-themed activities. Watch for Celestial Odyssey details and surprises in the weeks ahead.
For more information or to purchase tables or tickets, visit www.hubsignatureevents.com
or phone (386) 957-3924.
Winter Art Camp for Kids: An Artist Is Born! at The Hub on Canal
Thursday & Friday, January 2 & 3, 10am-2pm, with artist instructor Kristin Selzer
Sign up now! At this two-day camp, young artists learn that art can be all around them with just a little imagination. They learn to make their own unique artist supply kits from colorful duct tape and to make their own watercolors from everyday kitchen items. They practice with their watercolors while learning some watercolor techniques. Finally, our artists complete a guided classroom painting of an action figure and an aquatic animal. The fun continues as students go home with their classroom creation, their kit, paints, brush and fresh watercolor paper so they can keep practicing and keep creating!
Fee: $60 for Member parent; $70 for non-member parent (all art supplies included). Scholarships available.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information and registration details, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
1st Saturday at The Hub on Canal
Saturday, January 4, times listed below
Art Connections from 10am-7pm: offers an inside look at the work of more than 70 local artists. Talk to the artists and learn about the process of creating art. Explore two floors of art in one historic building in the heart of the New Smyrna Beach Arts District.
Talk Art! from 1-2pm: featuring Carolyn Land with Embellishing Paper. Get to know this Hub artist through an informal demonstration and conversation. Learn how the artist works, her media and techniques. Bring your enthusiasm for the arts and lots of questions!
Live Music from 4-7pm: in the Lobby.
Gallery Walk from 4-7pm:
Opening Reception for the January Founders Gallery Exhibition Hands of Time, black-and-white photography by Heidi Thamert. Artist’s talk at 6pm. Exhibition runs through January 26.
December Fine Art Photography Gallery Song of the Cypress, on-going exhibit of black and white photography by Jeff Thamert. Exhibition runs through January 12, 2020.
All 1st Saturday events are free and open to the public.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach and the Fine Art Photography Gallery at The Hub on Canal, 120 Canal Street. For more information, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
1st Saturday along Canal Street: NSB Farmers Market from 7:30am-12:30pm, Art Stroll from 10 am-4pm, Craft Beer Walk from 1-7pm, and Gallery Walk from 4-7pm.
Bits & Pieces: Documenting Your Life Experiences at The Hub on Canal
4-class series on Mondays, 1-3pm for 4 weeks, beginning on January 6, with Chelly Harkness
This course will guide students into an exploration of “tiny bites” from their past and allow each person to choose a memory that he or she can transform into a written piece. Students will learn how to create documentaries that are dear to them.
Fee: $15 per class. Limited to 16 participants.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For questions and to register, contact Chelly Harkness at Chellyharkness@hotmail.com or (321) 432-5414.
Memories in the Making® at The Hub on Canal
Wednesday, January 8, 10:30-11:30am
In partnership with The Alzheimer’s Foundation, Memories in the Making® is an art program designed for people experiencing early-stage Alzheimer’s or dementia. Hosted by The Hub on Canal, this program encourages therapeutic expression through painting and drawing. Creativity, fun and relaxation are the primary focus! No art experience is necessary.
Free for patients and their caregivers. Reservation required due to limited space:
1(800) 272-3900.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach.
Billy Budd – The Book that Became the Opera – at The Hub on Canal
Thursday, January 9, 5-6pm, with Lucinda Sloan, Ph.D.
Dr. Sloan will screen and discuss the opera Billy Budd on January 12. If you plan to attend the opera screening, you will want to read Herman Melville’s book and join Dr. Sloan for this discussion of the material on January 9 – what changed between book and stage performance and what did not, and why. This will make for a richer experience when you see and discuss the opera.
Free to all.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information,
contact Cindy Sloan at sloanlucinda@gmail.com.
The Smokin’ Torpedoes at The Hub on Canal
Friday, January 10, 6-8pm, Music Night
A fun evening of Blues! The Smokin’ Torpedoes, two-time Central Florida Blues Challenge winners, deliver genuine rhythms, melodies and all the charisma of the blues music we love! Their performance is based on a variety of jazz and blues influences. Each of the four musicians brings his own unique style to the band. Don’t miss this event! Arrive early! Sponsors: Lee Moore and Dee Whited.
Fee: $5 for Members; $10 for non-members.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Found Objects Collage at The Hub on Canal
Saturday, January 11, 10am-4pm, with Carolyn Land
Do you have a collection of small found or saved objects that have special meaning to you? Make them into a beautiful piece of art! Carolyn will show you how to combine objects with embellished paper using techniques that produce an interesting, dynamic collage. Your finished creation will be truly unique and reflect your personality and creativity.
Fee: $85 for Members; $105 for non-members. Supplies for embellishing and making your backgrounds will be available. Supplies list will be provided. Limited to 12 participants.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information and to register, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Dive a Little Deeper into Alcohol Inks at The Hub on Canal
Saturday, January 11, 10am-2pm, with Becki Shiles
Already tried alcohol inks on tile and yupo paper? In this workshop, you’ll dive a little deeper into this magical world as Becki leads you through inking on canvas and dark surfaces. You’ll learn new techniques and try new products to help you get the most out of your inking experience. Open to all experience levels.
Fee: $85 for Members; $105 for non-members (plus $35 supplies fee paid to instructor on day of workshop). Limited to 8 participants.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information and to register, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Talk Art! Color of Watercolor at The Hub on Canal
Saturday, January 11, 1-2pm, with painter Evy Okerstrom
Get to know this Hub artist through an informal demonstration and conversation. Learn how the artist works, her media and techniques. Bring your enthusiasm for the arts and lots of questions!
Free to all.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Billy Budd – Opera Series at The Hub on Canal
Sunday, January 12, 1-3:30pm, with Lucinda Sloan, Ph.D.
This acclaimed masterpiece of 20th century opera is based on Herman Melville’s book, Billy Budd. The opera takes place during the Napoleonic wars in 1797 on the HMS Indomitable. The gentle, handsome and fully innocent Billy is accused of being part of a mutiny. He is given a death sentence and, despite the injustice, Billy blesses the Captain before the sentence is carried out. You’ll view a recorded version and Dr. Sloan will lead a discussion.
Fee: $5 for Members; $10 for non-members, at the door.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Palette Knife Painting at The Hub on Canal
Monday, January 13, 10am-4:30pm, with Pamela Ramey Tatum
Full-day workshop is for all levels of artists to learn the fun technique of palette knife painting. Pamela will demonstrate scraping, layering and various strokes and techniques to enhance dimension and texture in oil paintings. She will teach some elements of composition, drawing techniques, blocking in, mixing colors and working in values.
Fee: $99 for Members; $119 for non-members (bring supplies or add $30 supplies fee paid to instructor on day of workshop).
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group at The Hub on Canal
Tuesday, January 14, 10:30-11:30am.
Monthly meeting is designed to provide emotional, educational and social support to people who are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia. This group is a safe place to share experiences, challenges, frustrations and small victories. Meets monthly, second Tuesday.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information, visit www.alz.org or call (386) 677-2921.
The “Nature” of the Colored Pencil at The Hub on Canal
5-class series on Tuesdays, 6-8pm, beginning January 14, with Nancy Charles
Nancy’s incredible art is evidence that the colored pencil can rival any other medium for the rendering of wildlife art. During the 5 weeks you will learn how to achieve rich, beautiful “painterly” results using the basics of layering, blending and burnishing. All skill levels welcome.
Fee: $75 for the 5-class series. (Supplies list provided or purchase supplies directly from Nancy for $30 at the first class.)
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For questions and to register, contact Nancy Charles at nancycharles64@gmail.com or (901) 626-8968.
What Makes a Masterpiece? Lecture Series at The Hub on Canal
6-lecture series on Tuesdays, 6-8pm, beginning January 14, with Lucinda Sloan, Ph.D.
Series will focus on 6 artists – Kandinsky, Monet, Klimt, O’Keefe, Vermeer and Musami – and what critics, historians and art lovers believe to be masterpieces. The lectures will place the paintings in a historical context using music and contemporary events to understand the aesthetic currents of the time. Learn the thoughts of critics and contemporaries, as well as what the artists believed about their own work.
Fee: $45 for 6-lecture series or $10 each, at the door.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Memories in the Making® at The Hub on Canal
Wednesday, January 15, 10:30-11:30am
In partnership with The Alzheimer’s Foundation, Memories in the Making® is an art program designed for people experiencing early-stage Alzheimer’s or dementia. Hosted by The Hub on Canal, this program encourages therapeutic expression through painting and drawing. Creativity, fun and relaxation are the primary focus! No art experience is necessary.
Free for patients and their caregivers. Reservation required due to limited space:
1(800) 272-3900.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach.
Beginning Mountain Dulcimer at The Hub on Canal
4-class series on Thursdays, 2:45-4pm, beginning January 16, with Susan Trump
The Mountain Dulcimer defines the music of Americana. Using DAD tuning, students will become familiar with the fretboard by learning several tunes. Learn strum techniques, basic chords and fingering. By the end of 4 weeks you will have developed a repertoire of simple songs to play and enjoy. This group will laugh a lot and learn a lot.
Fee: $15 per class. Susan can provide information about dulcimer availability.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For questions and to register contact Susan at susantrump@aol.com or 518-265-7382.
Experienced Mountain Dulcimer at The Hub on Canal
4-class series on Thursdays, 1-2:15pm, beginning January 16, with Susan Trump
This series of classes is designed for continuing students from Susan’s Beginning class as well as others with some dulcimer experience who want to extend their skills and expand their performance range.
Fee: $15 per class. Susan can provide information about dulcimer availability.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For questions and to register contact Susan at susantrump@aol.com or 518-265-7382.
Embodiment: Self-Discovery via Exposition at The Hub on Canal
4- class series on Thursdays, 6-7:30pm, beginning January 16, with Debby Kerr-Henry
Our bodies carry with them a collection of stories that reveal our unique selves. Whether it is a memory of a haircut gone wrong, a finger wearing a ring from a loved one, or breasts that survived cancer, our bodies encapsulate a lifetime of memories. By using one-word body prompts, participants will be guided through the writing of four short stories to begin a forever memoir collection.
Fee: $60 for 4 classes or $18 per class. Limited to 12 participants.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For questions and to register contact Debby Kerr-Henry at debkerrhenry@gmail.com.
Slo’ Jam at The Hub on Canal
Thursday, January 16, 6:30-8:30pm, with Marcia Buckingham
Open to all, beginner or advanced musicians. Bring your guitar, ukulele, harmonica, etc. to join in. Playbooks provided.
Fee: $5 at the door.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information and registration details, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
The Art of Abstract Poured Acrylics at The Hub on Canal
Friday, January 17, 10am-2pm, with Cindy Dennis
Not a pro with a brush or palette knife? No problem. Pour your paint! Open to all levels, Cindy will show you how to measure and mix the components necessary to pour and create a visually stunning one-of-a-kind abstract piece to take home.
Fee: $99 for Members; $119 for non-members (includes canvas; add $25 fee for additional supplies paid to instructor on day of workshop). Limited to 10 participants.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information and registration details, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Introduction to Basket Weaving at The Hub on Canal
Friday, January 17, 5:30-8:30pm, with Rita Sulik
If you have ever thought that it might be fun to weave your own basket, this is the workshop for you. If you thought it would be too hard to learn, Rita will show you that you can do it. In this introduction to basket weaving you’ll learn some history and the fundamentals of the art. By the end of the workshop you’ll leave with your own basket featuring a variety of weaving techniques.
Fee: $40 for Members; $50 for non-members. All supplies included. Limited to 10 participants.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information and registration details, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Born Yesterday at The Hub on Canal
Friday, January 17, 5:45-9pm, Art in the Form of Film with Paul Marino
Directed by the great George Cukor, Born Yesterday (1950) is a comedy classic. But the film is not all laughs, as it also touches on issues of political corruption and male bullying when junk dealer tycoon Harry Brock (Broderick Crawford) slaps around his “dumb blonde” girlfriend Billie Dawn (Judy Holliday). Brock decides he must hire a coach (William Holden) to soften Billie’s rough edges, but the plan backfires when Billie falls for the coach and discovers her own voice. Paul will introduce the film and host a post-viewing discussion.
Fee: $7 includes glass of wine or bottle of water.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Talk Art! Tricks of The Trade: Make Your Work A Wow at The Hub on Canal
Saturday, January 18, 1-2pm, with wood carver Tad Fyock
Get to know this Hub artist through an informal demonstration and conversation. Learn how the artist works, his media and techniques. Bring your enthusiasm for the arts and lots of questions!
Free to all.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Collage from Recycled Magazines at The Hub on Canal
Saturday-Sunday, January 18-19, 1-4:30pm each day, with Cindy Burkett
Learn the basics of using torn pieces of magazines, instead of paint, to create an intriguing image. All skill levels welcome. 16 years or older please.
Fee: $100 for Members; $120 for non-members (plus $25 supplies fee paid to instructor on day of workshop). Limited to 10 participants.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information and registration details, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Poetry Night at The Hub on Canal
Saturday, January 18, 5-6:30pm
A delightful evening of poetry and music! Dan Pels, a surrealist poet, will emcee the evening, along with his co-host Mary Jane Barenbaum, a realist/romantic poet. There will be a number of guest poetry readings, in addition to a performance by a talented musician.
Fee: $5 at the door.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information and registration details, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
The “Nature” of the Colored Pencil at The Hub on Canal
5-class series on Sundays, 1-3pm, beginning January 19, with Nancy Charles
Nancy’s incredible art is evidence that the colored pencil can rival any other medium for the rendering of wildlife art. During the 5 weeks you will learn how to achieve rich, beautiful “painterly” results using the basics of layering, blending and burnishing. All skill levels welcome.
Fee: $75 for the 5-class series. (Supplies list provided or purchase supplies directly from Nancy for $30 at the first class.)
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For questions and to register, contact Nancy Charles at nancycharles64@gmail.com or (901) 626-8968.
Memories in the Making® at The Hub on Canal
Wednesday, January 22, 10:30-11:30am
In partnership with The Alzheimer’s Foundation, Memories in the Making® is an art program designed for people experiencing early-stage Alzheimer’s or dementia. Hosted by The Hub on Canal, this program encourages therapeutic expression through painting and drawing. Creativity, fun and relaxation are the primary focus! No art experience is necessary.
Free for patients and their caregivers. Reservation required due to limited space:
1(800) 272-3900.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach.
A Moment in Time: The 70s Chicago Club Scene –photography exhibition by documentary photographer Michael Abramson in the Fine Art Photography Gallery at The Hub on Canal
Soft opening – January 24 – 26, 2020
Public opening and reception – Saturday, February 1, 2020, 4-7pm
Exhibition runs through Sunday, March 29
The Hub on Canal is pleased to announce the opening of a special exhibition titled A Moment in Time: The 70s Chicago Club Scene by documentary photographer Michael Abramson (1948-2011).
Abramson began photographing the South Side as part of a Master’s thesis around Christmas 1974. Inspired by the work of Parisian master Brassai, Abramson spent 3 three years getting to know his subjects and gaining their trust. That led to the intimate work you see in this exhibition. His subjects let Abramson into their lives in the South Side’s key clubs such as Perv’s House, Pepper’s Hideout and the High Chaparral.
Abramson’s images from the South Side are juxtaposed in this exhibition against those captured from some of Chicago’s suburban dance halls. The patrons are older and likely dancing against the tide of all the change enveloping their younger counterparts. Photographed contemporaneously, the two sets of Abramson photographs were geographically close, but miles apart culturally.
Abramson went on, later in life, to be a noted portrait photographer and photojournalist. His portraiture included Oprah Winfrey, Ron Howard and Steven Spielberg. His work has appeared in Time, Newsweek and Fortune, among others.
Free to all.
Location: Fine Art Photography Gallery at The Hub, 120 Canal Street. For more information, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Talk Art! Magic of Alcohol Ink at The Hub on Canal
Saturday, January 25, 1-2pm, with painter Becki Shiles
Get to know this Hub artist through an informal demonstration and conversation. Learn how the artist works, her media and techniques. Bring your enthusiasm for the arts and lots of questions!
Free to all.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Jazz ‘n Blues VII featuring Beautiful Bobby Blackmon & The B3 Band at The Hub on Canal
Saturday, January 25, 6-8pm
High-energy show features a mix of down home to contemporary Southern soul blues music. It makes you want to dance! In his career, Beautiful Bobby Blackmon has opened for Buddy Guy and BB King. A guitarist/vocalist originally from Athens, Texas, Blackmon currently lives in Central Florida where he has a large fan base. His current CD Throwback Blues is streamed around the world. Don’t miss this live performance! Sponsors: Robert and Deborah Dean.
Fee: $5 for Members; $10 for non-members. Details at http://www.theHUBoncanal.org.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Advanced Palette Knife Workshop at The Hub on Canal
Monday, January 27, 10am-4:30pm, with Pamela Ramey Tatum
In-depth focus on a specific aspect of the art: color, composition, working from photos, etc. Classes are small, so there’s plenty of one-on-one time to give you confidence to create new works of art when you get home! Note: students must take the basic palette knife workshop at least once or have permission from the instructor. Call Pamela at 407-733-6282.
Fee: $99 for Members; $119 for non-members (bring supplies or add $30 supplies fee paid to instructor on day of workshop).
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information and registration details, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.
Memories in the Making® at The Hub on Canal
Wednesday, January 29, 10:30-11:30am
In partnership with The Alzheimer’s Foundation, Memories in the Making® is an art program designed for people experiencing early-stage Alzheimer’s or dementia. Hosted by The Hub on Canal, this program encourages therapeutic expression through painting and drawing. Creativity, fun and relaxation are the primary focus! No art experience is necessary.
Free for patients and their caregivers. Reservation required due to limited space:
1(800) 272-3900.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach.
Resin Painting at The Hub on Canal
Friday, January 31, 10am-2pm, with Becki Shiles
Spectacular effects can be achieved when “painting” with flowing fluids. Resins stand out because of the ability to embed mica pigments, inks, stones and other materials. Learn how to use various techniques and products to produce a stunning finished piece. No two creations will be alike! Because of extended drying time, you will pick up your piece the following day.
Fee: $85 for Members; $105 for non-members (plus $35 supplies fee paid to instructor on day of workshop). Limited to 8 participants.
Location: The Hub on Canal, 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach. For more information and registration details, visit www.theHUBoncanal.org or phone (386) 957-3924.