October News
A Not So Silent Night
Join us for REACH Studio Art Center’s 20th annual A Not So Silent Night fundraiser. Put on your party attire as we roll out the red carpet to celebrate the work of REACH and fundraise to support equitable access to arts programming in the Greater Lansing area. The evening will include light appetizers, music, and an art-filled silent auction. Donations to this event are tax-deductible, and all proceeds directly support REACH’s 20-year legacy of providing free and sliding-scale fee arts programs for all ages and abilities.
In addition to our Saturday night celebration, you can join us for our two Featured Artists talks to learn more about the work and practice of the talented artists represented during this year’s A Not So Silent Night Exhibit.
Monday, December 4
Our Online Auction goes LIVE!
Stop by REACH M-F 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm to see our online auction items in person.
Bid on one or more items! Bidding ends at 8:45 pm on December 9.
Tuesday, December 5 @ 7:00 pm
Featured Artist talk with Renae Selmeyer, Sandra Reinhardt, & Samantha Burgett
Thursday, December 7 @ 7:00 pm
Featured Artist talk with David Torgoff and Eric Staib
Saturday, December 9 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Join us for the A Not So Silent Night Gala and the festive conclusion of our fundraising week.
Donate to the auction or become a sponsor!
Would you like to contribute to our event by making an in-kind donation to the silent auction? We would love to include items from local businesses or artists. Or, would you like to become an individual or corporate sponsor of the event? We would love your support!
Email Melissa Keeley, Incoming Executive Director, with questions.
Thank you to our 2023 event sponsors:
The first few weeks of the fall term are off to a beautiful start. The building is buzzing with energy, and classes are filled with opportunities for students to express themselves creatively through art making. From drawing, painting, sewing, clay throwing, and even movie making, new skills are being developed, and techniques are being mastered. We still have 4-week classes and workshop opportunities available this fall—come join us at REACH!
Creative Tots – Little hands make big art in this four-week class for 2–5-year-olds and their caregivers. The next 4-week session starts Oct. 28.
Casual Clay – Come play with clay. Adults can try out the wheel during our next Adult Casual Clay Wheel Session on Oct. 27, and kids can create a hand-built clay piece during our two-session Casual Clay and Play workshop hosted on Oct. 28/Nov. 14.
Abstract Landscape Watercolor – Develop your watercolor painting skills while our teaching artist guides you through creating an abstract landscape painting during this in-depth two-week workshop hosted Oct. 28/Nov. 4.
Book Making – Mondays this November and December, we offer four (!) unique and exciting book-making workshops that combine visual and literary arts. Nov. 27, Dec. 4, Dec. 11, and Dec. 18
Life Drawing- Drop in and do art! Open to all abilities and experience levels, our life drawing classes are facilitated by a teaching artist . Wednesday’s virtual class (adults only) includes a nude model, while Friday’s in-person class (14+) has a live clothed model.
WELCOME CASSIE!
Introducing our new Operations Manager, Cassie McCarthy, to REACH Studio Art Center. Cassie brings a wealth of expertise with a background in general management, creative media design, and a strong commitment to non-profit collaboration. Formerly, she served as the General Manager and Designer at Citizenshirt, where she excelled in brand development and worked closely with non-profits. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from CMU, Cassie blends creativity with operational excellence. We're thrilled to have her onboard!
All of the Above Hip Hop Academy
We're thrilled to share space and continue our relationship with All of the Above Hip Hop Academy this fall. AOTA is a non-profit organization made up of artists, educators, and advocates that mentor youth, support artistic expression and serve communities as a Hip Hop Cultural resource for the purpose of youth development. Learn more about their mission and classes here.
Segni Mossi
Segni Mossi is the Italian practice of combining movement and mark-making. This month, we will host a group facilitating one of Segni Mossi’s first trainings in the US. We can’t wait to see this Italian movement practice activated in the REACH performing arts studio. Click here to learn more about the upcoming training session.
Discover creative possibilities at REACH Studio Art Center! We have spaces for lease. For more information, visit our website here.
Programs at REACH are made possible in part through funding from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Michigan Arts and Culture Council, The City of Lansing, Capitol Area United Way, Lansing Exchange Youth Foundation, The Arts Council of Greater Lansing, the Community Foundation, MSUFCU - Desk Drawer Fund, the Mariel Foundation, and generous individual donors.
