19th Annual Primavera Springtime Celebration of the Arts

Plymouth, MN – Prepare for an explosion of color at Plymouth Arts Council’s 19th Annual Primavera Springtime Celebration of the Arts. The four day festival opens free to the public on April 17th at the Plymouth Creek Center.

Guests can enjoy a variety of entertainment from live musical performances to children’s activities as they peruse the juried art show. The art show features area adult and high school artwork in an array of art mediums including acrylic and water color paintings, graphite drawings, metal sculptures, photography, pottery, and mixed media.

“We’ve had an increase in artist submissions this year and the talent is truly outstanding”, said Jacque Frazzini, Plymouth Art Council’s vice president and Primavera co-chair. “We are excited to showcase the performing, visual, and literary arts in our talented community.”

Primavera is an annual event put on by the Plymouth Arts Council in conjunction with the City of Plymouth. The event kicks off April 16th with an exclusive preview of the exhibit for Friends of the Arts members and culminates in Literary Night with PlymouthREADS selection author, Sarah Stonich on Sunday.

Thursday, April 16th

• 7:30 – 9 p.m.: Friends of the Arts with entertainment by  Apple Cellar Trio
• Friends of the Arts Members –Free/ General Reservation $10.00/person
• Exclusive Preview of Art Exhibits Call 763-509-5225 or register at www.tinyurl.com/odacsg7

Friday, April 17th

• 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.: Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony
• 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.: Acoustic Guitar and Vocals by Michael Monroe
• 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.: Awards

Saturday, April 18th

• 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.: Exhibit Open
• 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.: Cartooning Session with Harry Pulver, Jr.
• 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.: Strolling Accordion by Harry Pulver, Jr.
• 1:00 – 1:30 p.m.: Campfire Songs
• 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.: Taiko Drumming by Mu Daiko
• 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.: Kids Arts & Crafts
• 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.: Piano by Elena Rusakov

Sunday, April 19th

• 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.: Exhibit Open
• 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Ensembles by Plymouth Concert Band
• 11:30a.m. – 12:30p.m.: Kids Arts & Crafts
• 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.: Roe Family Singers
• 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.: Nick Champeau Guitar Trio
• 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.: Literary Night with Sarah Stonich

Monday, April 20th

• 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Exhibit Open 

Open Learn more about how you can be involved with Plymouth Arts Council at http://plymouthartscouncil.org  or email us at pacplymouth@gmail.com. Connect with Plymouth Arts Council on Twitter @PlymouthArts_MN and Facebook @Plymouth Arts Council.

About Plymouth Arts Council

The Plymouth Arts Council (PAC) is a non-profit organization that develops opportunities to share, learn, grow and express the arts. We actively partner with the City of Plymouth in realizing the full potential of the arts. Our goals are to develop and promote artistic learning experiences, support local artists in their creative endeavors, provide creative/artistic viewing opportunities, and encourage participation by all residents and businesses in community arts programs.