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P.O. Box 373
215 College Hill Drive
Clifton, Texas 76634
254-675-3724

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News at the Bosque Arts Center

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Posted Monday, May 20, 2013

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2013 Spieler Award Winners

Posted Friday, May 17, 2013

Our congratulations go to Wylie and Pat Basham, recipients of the Joan Spieler Lifetime Achievement Award for their outstanding volunteerism over the years.  The Bashams have made Bosque County their home since moving full-time to their ranch in 1994.  At that time, the couple began their...

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Garden Club May 20

Posted Thursday, May 16, 2013

Join the Bosque County Garden Club on May 20th when they stroll through the Therapy Garden in the courtyard at Lutheran Sunset Home. Dr. Deb will describe the landscape plan behind the design, the sculpted topography, the challenges, and the plants that were utilized for the Sunset Therapy Garden. Meet...

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Kathy Tate Workshop

Posted Monday, May 13, 2013

The Art Council of the Bosque Arts Center is pleased to announce a two-day Still Life Workshop taught by Kathy Tate will be held at the BAC in Clifton, Texas,  July 20-21, 2013.  Kathy’s skill in still life painting has been acknowledged through the many invitational art shows in which she...

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May Newsletter Page 1

Posted Wednesday, May 01, 2013

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May Newsletter P2

Posted Wednesday, May 01, 2013

Page 2 of this month's newsletter:

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Art Club News

Posted Wednesday, May 01, 2013

Water Bluebonnet by Lillian JacowayThe Bosque County Art Club enjoyed a painting trip to Fredericksburg, TX, in April with the Wildflower Farm on the agenda, and bluebonnets a featured subject matter.  The trip included a group gathering each evening at the Peach Tree Inn, which offered its attractive...

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Summer Art Classes

Posted Monday, April 29, 2013

For Children & TeensThe Bosque Arts Center is pleased to announce Children’s Art Classes to be offered this summer.  The classes will be taught by Elisabeth Montgomery, an artist who has recently moved to Bosque County but who has vast experience in teaching art classes--most recently in Gonzales,...

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Sewing Classes

Posted Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Beginning Sewing: June 11-13Mornings:9 AM - NoonAges 10 & up$15 per classIntermediate Sewing: June 18-20Mornings:9 AM - NoonAges 10 & up$15 per classAnne Parkin will once again teach sewing classes at the BAC.Beginning Sewing Students will make pillow cases.Intermediate SewingStudents will make...

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The Watercolor Cowboy

Posted Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Don Weller One-Man ShowThe Bosque Arts Center welcomes artist Don Weller for a one-man show in May.  Opening with a wine and hors d’oeuvres reception for BAC Art Patrons and their guests on May 4, 2013, the exhibit opens to the public May 6 and will run through May 30.  The show will feature...

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Photo Shows on Display

Posted Wednesday, April 17, 2013

April 20-May 25, 2013The BAC Photo Guild hosted the opening reception for their photo shows on Saturday, April 20, at 5 PM in the gallery of the Arts Center.  Attendees enjoyed refreshments and voted on the Popular Choice Award for both shows.  Prizes were awarded to all the winners that evening. ...

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Imagination Factory Corks

Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Imagination Factory needs corks for a crafts project this summer.Please save your corks--real or artificial--and drop them by the BAC office. 

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MUSIC CAMP 2013

Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Come Explore Our Musical Heritage! It’s time for our annual music camp!  Students who have completed first through fifth grade are invited to participate.  The camp will run from  Wednesday through Friday, July 29, 30, and 31th at the Bosque Arts Center.  Students will...

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BAC SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

Posted Monday, April 01, 2013

Deadline May 1 The Bosque Arts Center will award scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 to graduating seniors from a high school or home school in Bosque County who plan to attend a college, university or technical school. Scholarship categories are designated for a prospective major in studio...

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Bill Nebeker

Posted Wednesday, March 06, 2013

2013 Bosque Art Classic Judge Cowboy Artist of America Bill Nebeker sculpted his first big career break when he crafted a tribute portrait bronze of John Wayne in 1974. He has since continued to make his mark on the world of sculpture, with pieces displayed in the permanent collections of such...

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New Classes at the BAC

Posted Wednesday, March 06, 2013

Beginning Weaving & Children’s Art A class for beginning weavers is being offered at the BAC. Available for use are a floor loom, a table loom, and several belt looms used for various-sized projects. Elisabeth Montgomery, who has been weaving for 30 years, will teach the class. The fee of $15...

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HS Art Show

Posted Monday, February 25, 2013

The Bosque Arts Center Art Council is holding its Tenth Annual High School Student Art Show, which will showcase the artwork of young artists from all Bosque County high schools, as well as artists from Hamilton, Hico, and Whitney high schools. These works of art will be displayed at the Bosque Arts...

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Bingo at the BAC - March 21

Posted Monday, February 25, 2013

Mark your calendars for Thursday, March 21, at 6:30. We are playing BINGO! Come join us for a night of fun. A lovely dinner of spaghetti Bolognese, salad, bread and brownies will also be provided by our own culinary club. Donations will be accepted!! Bring your own refreshments. Cash prizes will...

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CMA Bosque Chorale April 4

Posted Monday, February 25, 2013

The Civic Music Association brings Broadway to Clifton with the Bosque Chorale’s spring concert, “Beltin’ Out Broadway,” on April 4 at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church. The concert will features selections from The Wizard of Oz, Annie, West Side Story, Mary Poppins, My Fair Lady, and the Sound of Music....

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Garden Club March 18

Posted Monday, February 25, 2013

5 PM Ever wonder exactly how the twisted and gnarled fashion of a beautiful bonsai could be accomplished? Ever wonder how you could create a bonsai forest? Sidestep expensive costs of a course in bonsai by visiting the Bosque County Garden Club on March 18th when Virgil Curtis will share his years...

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Don Weller One-Man Show

Posted Monday, February 25, 2013

May 4-30, 2013 The Bosque Arts Center welcomes master artist Don Weller for an exhibition of his work. More details to come...

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Culinary Club Recipe

Posted Monday, February 25, 2013

THE DOVE’S NEST WHITE CHILI SERVES 8-10 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 med. Onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 ½ cups chopped fresh tomatoes, or two (10-oz.) Cans tomatoes with green chiles, chopped 6 tomatillos, chopped 1 medium jalapeno, seeded and minced 2 cups chicken stock 1 (7-oz.0 can...

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Bosque Book Club

Posted Monday, February 25, 2013

March 27 at the BAC

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Songwriter Classic

Posted Monday, February 25, 2013

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JUNE 30 The Texas Troubadour Songwriter Classic has extended its entry deadline to June 30, 2013.  Texas songwriters and singer/songwriters may enter simple recordings in mp3 format online through midnight of Sunday, June 30.  Entries on CD need to be postmarked or delivered...

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Tuna Does Vegas

Posted Monday, February 25, 2013

With a bang, a twang and not a few mishaps, the third-smallest town in Texas descends on Sin City in Tuna Does Vegas. The Bosque Arts Center's Tin Building Theatre will open its production of the newest in the legendary Tuna series May 11 with a dinner theater. This hilarious installment re-unites...

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