Gift Shop
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Come to the Hearst Center Gift Shop to find new and unique items for gifts, the office, and everyday life. Handmade artwork such as pottery, jewelry, cards, books, and bookmarks are on display by local artists. For more information about the gift shop, please contact Abby Haigh at 319.273.8641 or via email, abby.haigh@cedarfalls.com.
Full and partial scholarships are available on a case by case basis and the Hearst Center is pleased to be able to accommodate most individual’s needs. Call 319.273.8641 to discuss scholarships and/or special needs.
Memberships Save 10% on classes, workshops, room rentals, events, and gift shop items. Receive invitations to receptions, concerts, films, and community events. Stay up-to-date with e-mail blasts and electronic notifications. Call 319.273.8641 for more information or to join Friends of the Hearst. Support access to the arts in the Cedar Valley!
Program Cost or Special Assistance
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Volunteer or Instruct
Are you interested in gaining experience in an arts (education) setting? The Hearst Center is always accepting instructor and volunteer applications. Call 319.273.8641 or stop by the Front Desk for more information or to pick up an application.
REGISTRATION GUIDELINES To Register Online:
You may call our front desk at 319.273.8641 or visit the Hearst Center to register in person during our operating hours. To register online you must visit the Hearst Center to set up an account; then you can manage all your registrations online.
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To Register In Person:
You may call our front desk at 319.273.8641 or visit the Hearst Center to register in person during our operating hours.
• No fee is charged if a course is cancelled by the Hearst Center due to low enrollment. • No fee is charged if a participant transfers to another class when the request is made at least seven days before the class begins. • A 50% refund is issued for cancellations made between one and six days before the course begins. • Students do not receive a refund if they cancel or change on the day the course starts or after it begins.
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Hearst Center for the Arts is part of the Department of Municipal Operations & Programs, City of Cedar Falls.
The Hearst values your input as we strive to offer you and your family a wide variety of artistic opportunities. Participants of all ages are encouraged to complete Hearst Center evaluations available at the front desk or online at www.thehearst.org/survey.html.
• We assess a handling fee of $10 for all refunds.
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Questions, comments, concerns?
• Please call the front desk at 319.273.8641.
Saturday & Sunday:
The Hearst Center welcomes field trips and tours! Trips and tours can be customized to include art activities, time in the galleries, and time in the sculpture garden (weather permitting). To set up a field trip or tour, contact the Hearst Center Education Coordinator at olivia.randolph@cedarfalls.com or 319.268.5504. Prices vary and are dependent on types of activities and number of participants.
If you must cancel or change your registration:
10am–5pm
Field trips and tours
Unless otherwise indicated, minimum enrollment for children’s classes is three and the minimum enrollment for adults’ classes is five. Registration for a program is accepted until the day that program begins if the program is not cancelled
Wednesday & Friday:
Have an idea for a class, workshop, event, or course that could be brought to the Hearst Center? We would love to hear it! Stop by the Hearst Center front desk or contact the Education Coordinator at Olivia.randolph@cedarfalls.com or 319.268.5504 if you would like to teach or are interested in taking a class in a specific area of art.
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Programming a Course at the Hearst
Don’t wait! We encourage you to register yourself and your family early to ensure a reservation in classes and workshops. Programs not meeting the minimum requirement one week before the start date are subject to cancellation and registered participants are notified of the cancellation.
Tuesday & Thursday:
CORNING PATIO Rental Fee: $35/hr, Capacity: 35 seated, 65 standing $15/hr if rented in addition to a classroom
Cancellations:
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R.J. McELROY CLASSROOM Rental Fee: $25/hr Capacity: 36 at tables, 45 on chairs, 65 standing
Monday:
ROWND CLASSROOMS I OR II Rental Fee: $25/hr, Capacity: 30 seated, 50 standing $40/hr for both
Student artwork can be picked up for a full four weeks following the last day of class. Artwork left at the Hearst Center more than four weeks after the class ends will be recycled.
Gallery Hours
NANCY PRICE MEETING ROOM Rental Fee: $15/hr Capacity: 10–12
Collecting Artwork:
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MAE LATTA HALL Rental Fee: $30/hr Capacity: 120 auditorium seating, 140 standing
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Rental Fee: $15/hr
Students must reach the age requirement for each program before or during of the program. Questions may be directed to the Education Coordinator at 319.268.5504.
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The Hearst Center can accommodate groups up to 150 people for meetings, private functions, or special programs.
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YOUTH
Students must reach the minimum age requirement before or during the program. Questions may be directed to the Education Coordinator. MESSY MORNINGS (AGES 3–6) Children explore a wide variety of materials through creative and delightfully messy projects. A parent or caregiver must accompany the participating child. Younger siblings are welcome and snacks are provided. Dates: Wednesdays, January 4–May 10 (NO Messy Mornings on March 15) Time: 10–11:30 am Location: Rownd Classrooms Instructors: Amelia Gotera, Melina Gotera Fee: $7 ($6.30)/morning • Limit 20/morning Ask for Many Messy Mornings, all 18 sessions for $119 ($112). Requests for special Messy Morning sessions for groups and friends are encouraged. Call the Education Coordinator at 319.268.5504 for more information. SATURDAY MORNINGS, JANUARY 14–FEBRUARY 18 “CREATE AND COLLAGE”: PRINT, PAINT, AND MORE Explore collage, printing, painting, and more through a variety of colorful age-appropriate projects. Students’ fun, creative, and collaborative works of art are available to take home by the end of 6 weeks. Times: Ages 10–12 9–9:50 am Ages 4–5 10–10:50 am Ages 6–9 11–11:50 am Location: Rownd Classroom Instructors: Mary Pat Lawler, Mary Reeves Fee: $30 ($27) • Limit 12 “MUDDY BUDDIES”: CERAMICS Students gain and grow in their understanding of ceramics tools and materials through guided play in clay. Each class works through exciting projects resulting in unique three-dimensional creations. Times: Ages 6–9 9–9:50 am Ages 10–12 10–10:50 am Ages 4–5 11–11:50 am Location: Adams Ceramics Lab Instructors: Travis Gingerich, Claire Timmerman Fee: $30 ($27) • Limit 8 “SHOW STOPPIN”: DRAMA, MOVEMENT, AND PRESENTATION Discover the many aspects of drama, movement, and stage presentation through group activities and projects. Enchanting stories, characters, costumes, and more are explored according to age. Performances will occur on the last day following classes. Time: Ages 4–5 9–9:50 am Ages 6–9 10–10:50 am Ages 10–12 11–11:50 am Location: McElroy Classroom Instructor: Kristen Miller Fee: $30 ($27) • Limit 12
ART SCHOOL DAY (GRADES K–6, AGES 5–11) Explore a variety of materials and interesting art activities in these fun, single-day camps help on public schools’ professional development day. Painting, drawing, printing, ceramics, and more are explored throughout these day-long events. Student art is ready to take home at the end of the day. Snacks are provided in the morning and afternoon; students must bring their own lunch. Dates: Friday, February 24 Time: 9 am–4 pm Location: Rownd Classrooms, McElroy Classrooms Fee: $35 (31.50) • Limit 20 BIG JUNK DAYS! (GRADES K–6, AGES 5–11) Students are encouraged to “think BIG” in this workshop dedicated to re-purposing used materials. Formal art concepts such as texture, shape, space, and design are learned through imaginative art projects. Snacks are provided in the morning and afternoon; students must bring their own lunch. Dates: Saturday, March 4 / March 11 Time: 9 am–4 pm Location: Rownd Classrooms, McElroy Classrooms Fee: $35 (31.50) • Limit 20 SPRING BREAK CAMP ROWND (AGES 5–8) Students explore a sampling of art materials and techniques while creating fun and exciting projects to take home. Snacks provided in the morning and afternoon. Students must bring a sack lunch. Dates: Monday, March 13–Friday, March 17 Time: 9 am–4 pm Location: Rownd Classroom: Hearst Center Fee: $35 ($31.50)/day, $160 ($144)/week Limit 12 SPRING BREAK CAMP McELROY (AGES 9–12) Students write, paint, sculpt, and more while learning about classic and contemporary artists. Snacks provided in the morning and afternoon. Students must bring a sack lunch. Dates: Monday, March 13–Friday, March 17 Time: 9 am–4 pm Location: Rownd Classroom: Hearst Center Fee: $35 ($31.50)/day, $160 ($144)/week Limit 12
TEEN CREATIVITY STUDIO (AGES 13–17) Create all kinds of art in a safe space! Participants choose an artistic medium to focus on (writing, painting, ceramics, drawing, photography, music, weaving, etc.) and have 1–2 guided projects (including visual art and/or prompts), independent work time, and an “open mic” to perform, present, and share their work. Each class date will also include a featured performance or talk by local artists in the last hour. The first class will feature a performance by Amelia and Melina Gotera. Time: 1–4 pm Location: McElroy Classroom, Mae Latta Hall Fee: $70 ($63) • Limit 12
Students ages 16+ qualify for adult classes. TUESDAYS, JANUARY 10–FEBRUARY 14 NEW! Expand your knowledge and abilities by learning a technique in a class on Tuesday and further practicing it in a studio setting on Thursday! Register for a Tuesday instructional class and receive $10 off your registration for a Thursday studio class. Questions can be directed to the Education Coordinator. FIGURATIVE SCULPTURE Discover unique and individual ways to build ceramic sculptures in this intermediate clay class! Using hand building methods students will learn how to make ceramic human and/or animal forms. The focus will be on heads and hands with exploration into full-body proportions. Time: 5–7 pm Location: John Adams Ceramics Lab Instructor: Kyle Bates and Travis Gingerich Fee: $50 ($45) + $25 clay lab fee • Limit 8 TAPESTRY WEAVING 101 Learn and understand the basics of tapestry weaving including the history, tools, and techniques! Students will finish this 6 week class with their own weaving project as well as developed weaving skills and knowledge. A list of supplies is available prior to the first day of class. Time: 5:30–7:30 pm Location: McElroy Classroom Instructor: Mary Reeves Fee: $45 ($40.50) • Limit 10 WATERCOLOR 101 Perfect for a beginning or intermediate student, this class will guide students on how to paint using watercolor. Supply lists are available the prior to first day of class. Time: 5:30–7:30 pm Location: Rownd II Classroom Instructor: Merle Poland Fee: $45 ($40.50) • Limit 12 GROUP GUITAR Perfect for beginning and intermediate acoustic guitar players, this class will guide students in a group setting on basic chords, riffs, and pieces for acoustic guitar. Learn from a local musician who has taught students of all ages and abilities. Students will need to bring their own guitars. Time: 6:30–8:30 pm Location: Nancy Price Room Instructor: Evan Stock Fee: $45 ($40.50) • Limit 10 THURSDAYS, JANUARY 12–FEBRUARY 16 WATERCOLOR STUDIO Students of various skill levels grow in their understanding of watercolor techniques by working on projects of their choice under the direction of an experienced instructor. The instructor provides individualized guidance for each student’s particular interest in a casual and supportive studio atmosphere. A list of supplies is available at the front desk prior to the first day of class. Time: 2–4 pm Location: Rownd II Classroom Instructor: Merle Poland Fee: $45 ($40.50) • Limit 12
SATURDAY AFTERNOONS, JANUARY 14–FEBRUARY 18 GROUP GUITAR (AGES 8–12) Grab your acoustic guitar and discover the amazing world of music! Students will learn basic guitar chords and pieces as well as grow in their understanding of music and music groups. Students need to bring their own guitars. Time: 1–1:50 pm Location: Mae Latta Hall Instructor: Evan Stock Fee: $30 ($27) • Limit 10
YOUTH MISCELLANEOUS
GIRLS SCOUTS / BOY SCOUTS WORKSHOP Hearst Center instructors are often available to assist Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts in meeting art badge requirements with themed workshops. Although badges are not sold or distributed by the Hearst Center, troops can meet the requirements for their badges during a fun and creative afternoon for just $8 per Scout. The minimum requirement of Scouts per workshop is 8 and the maximum is 25 Scouts. Troops may combine to reach the minimum requirement. To set up a private art workshop, contact the Hearst Center Education Coordinator at olivia.randolph@cedarfalls.com or 319.268.5504.
Unless otherwise indicated, all Hearst events are free and open to the public. For more information about these and other events at the Hearst, visit TheHearst.org.
ADULTS
PAINT YOUR WAY Students of various skill levels grow in their understanding of basic acrylic painting techniques by working on projects of their choice under the direction of an experienced instructor. Instructors provide individualized guidance for each student’s particular interest in a casual and supportive studio atmosphere. A list of supplies is available at the front desk prior to the first day of class. Time: 12:30–2:30 pm (high intermediate/advanced) Location: McElroy Classroom Instructor: Kim Blakesley, TBD Fee: $45 ($40.50) • Limit 10
FOCUS ON FUNCTION: WHEEL THROWING Develop and hone your basic skills of throwing pottery on the wheel to create personal items for daily use. Students can finish the class with cups, mugs, bowls, plates and serving dishes. Demonstrations and discussions on form and functionality will take place throughout the class. Once the ware is finished with glaze it is suitable for use in the microwave, oven, and dishwasher. Time: 4–6 pm Location: John Adams Ceramics Lab Instructor: Kyle Bates Fee: $50 ($45) + $25 clay lab fee • Limit 4 FROM FLAT TO FANCY: HAND BUILDING Explore the use of slab-building to create a 3-D canvas for detailed surfaces. Slips and under-glaze will be used in a precise or painterly manner to enhance simple forms and excite the viewer. This class is ideal for those with experience in drawing and painting, but are curious about clay, however all are welcome! Time: 6:30–8:30 pm Location: John Adams Ceramics Lab Instructor: Kyle Bates Fee: $50 ($45) + $25 clay lab fee • Limit 8 HEART CARDS WORKSHOP In this card-making workshop the instructor guides students through the Zen Doodle method to create hand-made works of art. Each student leaves with an understanding of Zen Doodle as well as a unique gift that loved ones are sure to admire. No experience necessary. Date: Sunday, January 29 Time: 1:30–3:30 pm Location: Rownd Classroom Instructor: Carrie Worthington Fee: $20 ($18) • Limit 8 LINOLEUM BLOCK PRINT WORKSHOP Learn how to design, carve, and print a linoleum block print in 3 or more colors during this three-week workshop. We will use the reduction method in which parts of the block will be carved away for each color. The instructor will demonstrate and guide individuals in how to transfer the design on the block, how to carve the block and the printing process. Tools and materials will be supplied. Date: Thursdays, February 23, March 2, March 9 Time: 1:30–3:30 pm Location: Rownd II Classroom Instructor: Merle Poland Fee: $45 ($40.50) • Limit 8 CERAMICS STUDIO WORKSHOP Students will be able to work on the wheel and/or employ hand building techniques under the guidance on an experienced instructor. Date: Sundays, March 5, 12, 19 Time: 1:30–3:30 pm Instructor: Travis Gingerich Fee: $30 ($18) + $25 clay fee • Limit 6
Exhibits
Readers Theater
08 DEC 2016–22 JAN 2017: Paul R. Smith: Works from the Schwarz Collection
The Red Herring Theatre Collective presents readers theater performances quarterly. Readings begin at 7 pm. Sponsored by Jones Law Firm.
12 JAN–19 MAR 2017: Dean Schwarz & Sons Opening Reception: Sunday, January 15, 2–4 pm This exhibit includes pots and paintings by Dean Schwarz and his sons Gunnar and Lane. 04 FEB–19 MAR 2017: Paintings by Kirk Hovenga Mesmerizing landscapes in oil by Iowa artist Kirk Hovenga are displayed.
Hearst Film Series Tuesday evenings at 7 pm from in Mae Latta Hall. Sponsored by Far Reach. JANUARY—Winter’s Tales Jan 3 Love Actually (2003, R) Jan 10 The Ice Storm (1993, R) Jan 17 Snow Falling on Cedars (1999, PG-13) Jan 24 The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014, R) Jan 31 Groundhog Day (1993, PG) FEBRUARY—Unconventional Love Stories Feb 7 Harold and Maude (1971, PG) Feb 14 Edward Scissorhands (1990, PG-13) Feb 21 Brokeback Mountain (2005, R) Feb 28 Lars and the Real Girl (2007, PG-13) MARCH—Films by Martin Scorsese Mar 7 Taxi Driver (1976, R) Mar 14 The Age of Innocence (1993, PG) Mar 21 Gangs of New York (2002, R) Mar 28 Hugo (2011, PG)
Lunchtime Concerts The second Friday of each month (September– May) at noon. Listen to live music. Bring your lunch. Donations go to the UNI School of Music scholarship fund. January 13 February 10 March 10
Patrick Jones (piano) UNI Bassoon Studio Trio 826
FACE PAINTING AND OUTREACH ACTIVITIES Hearst Center instructors are available to do face painting and art activities for community and corporate events. For more information contact the Hearst Center Education Coordinator at olivia.randolph@cedarfalls.com or 319.268.5504. Prices are vary and are dependent on types of activities and number of participants.
BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES
Pick one of our birthday themes and celebrate your big day at the Hearst Center for the Arts! •Art Adventure •Playing with Clay
INDEPENDENT STUDY CERAMICS STUDIO PASSES
Independent study includes access to clay studio, firing, and use of glazes. Clay must be purchased (in addition to the pass) from the Hearst Center at $25/25lbs. Open studio time is available when the studio is not being used for scheduled classes. Stop by the front desk for a handout regarding our ceramic labs or call 319.273.8641.
•Garden Party (seasonal) •Hawaiian Beach Party
Parties are scheduled on Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 1:30–3:30 pm. Themes and art activities are designed for children ages 3–12. Cost is $140 for up to $15 participating guests; additional guests may be added at $8 each for up to 25 participating guests. At least one supervising adult for every eight party guest is required. To set up a private birthday party package and/or for more information contact the Hearst Center Education Coordinator at Olivia.randolph@cedarfalls.com or 319.268.5504.
February 2
Between Riverside and Crazy by Stephen Adly Guirgis
Final Thursday Reading Series The series features regional authors and provides a forum for local writers. Open mic begins at 7:15 pm. The featured author takes the stage at 8 pm. January 26 February 23 March 30
Dave Hoing & Roger Hileman, authors of A Killing Snow Rachel Morgan, author of Honey & Blood, Blood & Honey Julianne Couch, author of The Small-Town Midwest: Resilience and Hope in the Twenty-First Century)
Trio 826 Residency Trio 826 is made up of Susanna Klein, violin; Julia Bullard, viola; and Hannah Holman, cello. During their residency, they will perform in a variety of venues in the Cedar Valley as well as at the Hearst. February 15 “Chamber Music from the Inside” adult class, 12 noon March 8 “Chamber Music from the Inside” adult class, 12 noon March 8 Evening Concert with pianist Sean Botkin, 7 pm March 10 Lunchtime Concert, 12 noon
Cedar Valley Chamber Music February 11
Valentine’s Serenade, 7 pm ($25)
EDUCATION EVENTS
Visit and participate in activities with Hearst Center instructors! Education Events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Hearst Center Scheels Kids Klub!
Join the Hearst Center for the Arts at Scheels for their own monthly Kids Klub! Hearst instructors and volunteers will face paint and have activities available for all ages. Date: Tuesday, March 7, 2017 Time 6–9 pm Location: Scheels, 420 Viking Plaza, Cedar Falls
Empty Bowls Walk-In Workdays
Come to the Hearst Center and make a bowl to be donated to the Northeast Iowa Foodbank’s Empty Bowls event! Hearst Center instructors will be on-site during these walk-in works days to help participants make clay bowls. Workdays are open to all ages (children under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult) and participants may stay however long they would like. Date/Time: Saturday, December 10 1–4pm Sunday, January 8 1–4pm Friday, February 24 1–5pm Location: Hearst Center for the Arts