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28th Annual Sherman Arts Festival
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Event Information:
Celebrate ART!
28th year! Once again the Sherman Municipal Lawn turns into a glorious hub of activity for this annual welcome to autumn. Featuring a Judged Art Show & Sale for ages 18 and up, Youth Art Show, Woodcarving Show & Sale; 5K, 15K and Fun Run; Continual Live Music; Pumpkin Patch; Pancake Breakfast; Used Book Sale; Museum Tours; T-shirt Painting for Kids; Food Vendors galore and up to 100 Arts & Craft Vendors. It's a great place to begin your holiday shopping!
Location:
Sherman Municipal Lawn
Washington at Rusk
Sherman, TX
Contact Information:
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Arts & Crafts Vendors
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Arts & Crafts plus retail boutique and promotional booths galore! Click below to download a vendor application; all pertinent information for vendor registration is in the application.
***Late fee for application has been extended to Sept. 1! Take advantage of this opportunity and apply for a booth!***
Forms: Download
Name: Sherman Dept. of Tourism
Phone: 888-893-1188
Email: info@shermantx.org
Web: www.shermantx.org
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Festival Food!
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Sherman Arts Festival is famous for its food! Festival-goers can enjoy meals and snacks in the shade of the Food Pavilion.
Click 'Download' below to register as a food vendor for this year's festival; all pertinent information for registration is in the download.
Forms: Download
Name: Sherman Dept. of Tourism
Phone: 888-893-1188
Email: info@shermantx.org
Web: www.shermantx.org
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Opportunities for Clubs & Non-Profits at the Festival
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Area clubs and non-profit organizations are invited to participate in Sherman Arts Festival - the more the merrier!
Download information below listing ways to participate in 2010.
Forms: Download
Name: Sherman Dept. of Tourism
Phone: 888-893-1188
Email: info@shermantx.org
Web: www.shermantx.org
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48 Hour Script to Screen - Short Film Contest
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2010 Schedule
Kick Off - Friday, Sept 3rd at 8:00 PM
Turn In - Sunday, Sept 5th at 8:00 PM
Film Screening & Awards Ceremony -
Sunday, Sept 12 at 7:30 PM
NOTE: Please go to the 48HourScript2Screen.org website ("Website" link below) for much more information and for registration forms, etc.
Click 'Download' (below) for a complete list of 2009 winners!
Forms: Download
Name: Hunt Tooley
Phone: (903) 816-2359
Email: thtooley@gmail.com
Web: http://www.48hourscript2screen.org
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Sherman Art League Fine Art Show & Sale 2010
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For original work (artists 18 and older). SAL membership not required to enter. Cash awards.
Pre-Registration (July 1 thru Sep 3); download entry form (Click 'Download' below), complete & mail with fee to:
SAL Exhibition, P O Box 222, Sherman, TX 75091
Art work to be received on Thursday, Sept. 16, 10:30 - 2:30 PM at the Sherman Municipal Ballroom, 405 N. Rusk
Judging will take place that afternoon at 3:30 PM. Show Opening and Critique at 7:00 PM, followed by Reception.
Show opens to the public Saturday, Sept. 18 and runs 9 AM- 5 PM Friday and Saturday, Sept. 19.
NOTE!: For Email to John, please make Subject="SAL Art Show" or your email may not get through.
Forms: Download
Name: John Robinson
Phone: 903 892 0744
Email: johnt1840@yahoo.com
Web: www.shermanartleague.com
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Texoma Woodcarvers Show & Sale
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The Texoma Woodcarvers Guild (TWG) will host its 2010 show and sale in conjunction with Sherman Arts Festival on September 17 and 18. All carvings will be on display in the Municipal Building ballroom.
The Guild will also sponsor a soap carving booth at the Youth Center on Saturday, September 18 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The soap carving is open to all kids age 8 to 12.
Texoma Woodcarvers Guild 2010 Nativity Scene is also on display in the foyer of the Sherman Public Library. For the fifth year, each member of the group has contributed one carved piece to the project, which numbers 17 figures. The pieces are carved of Basswood and will be on exhibit at the library through the month of July.
The project is a charitable fundraiser for the group, with proceeds to be donated this year to the Women’s Shelter. The drawing for the winner of the Nativity Scene will be held at 4:00 pm September 18.
For 2010 Rules & Registration Form (PDF), click 'Download', below.
Forms: Download
Name: Texoma Woodcarving Guild
Phone: 972-632-8402
Email: Woodcarvers@xmailpro.net
Contact Name:Sherman Tourism
Phone: 903 957 0310
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YOUTH ART SHOW
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This is a fabulous way to get your child, grandchild, student, or friends involved in Sherman Arts Festival! Students in kindergarten through high school are eligible to participate.
Click "Download" below to save or print the registration form.
Art Show Criteria:
- Ages: Kindergarten through high school
- Art work must be matted or framed and equipped to hang.
- One entry per student.
Work Received:
Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Sherman Youth Center, 407 W. Washington.
Judged Classes:
Each grade will be judged individually.
Show Open:
In conjunction with Sherman Arts Festival, on Saturday, September 18, 2010, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Sherman Youth Center.
Awards:
- Judges will award “Judge’s Choice”, second, third, fourth, and fifth place ribbons. All participants will receive participation ribbons.
- Awards will be presented at 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 18, 2010.
Pick Up: All artwork must be picked up at the Youth Center on Saturday, Sept. 18, between 5-6 p.m.
Contact information is listed below.
Forms: Download
Name: Sherman Parks & Rec Dep't
Phone: 903.892.7344
Email: theresah@ci.sherman.tx.us
Web: www.ci.sherman.tx.us
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SEF Arts Festival Run (5K, 15K, Mini-K)
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Slated for the morning of September 18. Early bird fee til Sept. 14! First 100 registrants for 5K or 15K get Technical Shirts! Cash awards for 5K and 15K!
Click "Download" below for the 2010 Registration Form in PDF format.
Link for 5K & 15K course routes:
http://www.shermanisd.net/SEF/run/run_index.htm
Or, you may also go to active.com to register on-line.
Forms: Download
Name: Kathy Bickerstaff
Phone: (903) 891-6431
Email: SEFArtsFestivalRun@xmailpro.net
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Teddy Bear Parade
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Bear-lovers of all ages are invited to join in the parade! Registration sign up will be from 8:45 to 9:00 AM on Saturday, September 18 in front of Honey McGee Playhouse, located behind (west of) the Finley Theatre Playhouse on 313 W. Mulberry Street.
For 2010 Registration Form (PDF), click 'Download', below.
There will be a judged contest for bears belonging to children aged 0 - 13, with awards, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for these age categories: 0- 5; 6 -10; 11 - 13.
Children 0-5 must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult.
Sponsored by Altrusa International of Sherman
Forms: Download
Name: Barbara Sloan
Phone: 903 815-2673
Email: BarbS@Texoma.net
Contact Name:Sherman Dept. of Tourism
Phone: 903 957 0310
Email: info@shermantx.org
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Festival Schedule of Events
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See the complete lisitng of festival events, times, dates, and locations!
SAF 2010 Schedule of Events available SOON
Name: Larry Wall
Phone: 903 464-9480
Email: SAF2010@XmailPro.net
Contact Name:Sherman Dept. of Tourism
Phone: 903 957-0310
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Pancake Breakfast
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Get your festival off to a great start with the annual PANCAKE BREAKFAST starting at 7 AM.
Located across Elm from the Municipal Lawn in the courtyard of First United Methodist Church.
Saturday
Carry-out orders welcome! Opens at 7 AM and continues 'till they're all gone!
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Kid Stuff
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Lots of fun activities for kids; some free, some not!
Kids will enjoy T Shirt painting, face painting, fun bouncy houses, clowns, and much more!
Name: Jamie Ramey
Phone: 903-818-0206
Email: jamieramey@rocketmail.com
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Story Telling at Theatricks
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Theatricks once again this year will be hosting story-telling at the Sherman Arts Festival - Date TBA. The story-telling events will kick off at 10 a.m. inside the Honey McGee Playhouse at 313 W. Mulberry Street in Sherman - right after the Altrusa Club’s Teddy Bear Parade. Storytellers will be telling stories every hour with the last storyteller starting at 12 noon.
Last year, traveling storytellers went out into the Arts Festival Crowd and improvised stories with the crowd members themselves. So, be sure to come and share a good story with us, and of course enjoy some of the cool air inside the Honey McGee Playhouse.
Name: Webster Crocker
Phone: 903 893-8525
Email: webster@scptheater.org
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Gazebo Stage Outdoor Entertainment
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Entertainment from various groups performing outdoors on the Oliver Dewey Mayor Gazebo Stage.
2010 Schedule for outdoor performances can be downloaded SOON!
Name: Larry Wall
Phone: 903 464-9480
Email: SAF@XmailPro.net
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Evening Entertainment
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Top entertainment slated again for 2010!
TBA
Reserved seating, $25., Gen. Adm., $15....tickets available at Travel Partners or Fashion Reflections, Sherman, Texas or at the door. To use MasterCard or Visa or for reserved seating, please call Linda Williams at 903.813.2251. Doors open at 6:30 and concert starts at 7:30 p.m. at Kidd-Key Auditorium.
Name: Sherman Dept. of Tourism
Email: SAF2010@XmailPro.net
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Fall Used Book Sale
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The Friends of the Sherman Public Library will once again host their Fall Used Book Sale in conjunction with the Sherman Arts Festival.
You may take the TAPS bus from the Municipal Lawn to the Library, or just drive over to 421 N. Travis for the best selection of books this side of your grandma's attic.
Sale hours:
TBA
Free musical entertainment - more SOON!
Name: Sherman Public Library
Phone: 903.892.7240
Email: jbanfield@grayson.edu
Web: http://www.ci.sherman.tx.us/publiclibrary_dept.htm
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Grayson Master Gardeners presents...
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Look for the Master Gardener Tent on the festival grounds (it'll be the one that's blooming) and get how-to-grow info; also GO GREEN advice & Dog Watering Station! How cool is that???
Date TBA
Name: Richard Green
Phone: 903-813-4204
Email: kprcg@yahoo.com
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Red River Historical Museum
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CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUM
Hometown Art - An exhibit of the watercolors of Ernst “Ernie” Haring
All About Footwear - Shoes and boots from the museum collection
Greetings from Sherman - Vintage post cards from the museum collection showing images of Sherman from the past.
Vintage Toys & Paper Dolls - What Santa brought to good little boys & girls in the past
Grayson County Court House Riot of 1930 - Newspaper clippings and photographs tell the story of May 9, 1930
Grandma’s Attic - Objects you might find in your Grandma’s attic such as vintage dress forms, typewriter, umbrella, a bicycle, hatboxes; and much more!
Museum Map Corner - Copies of maps going back to the 1850’s
AND MANY MORE EXHIBITS!
Come visit us downtown at 301 S Walnut
Name: Marcia Rolbiecki
Phone: 903 893 7623
Email: rrhms@texoma.net
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Directions to the Festival
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The Sherman Arts Festival takes place on the Municipal Lawn which sits right across the street from Bearcat Stadium. The stadium is right on Hwy 75 so it's a snap to find! Whether coming north or south on US Hwy 75, exit at Washington Street and go east one block. The lawn sits on Rusk Street, one block east of 75 and one block south on Rusk. It is surrounded by Pecan, Elm and Mulberry Streets. The area will be closed off to cars, but there will be ample parking on the side streets.
Other Locations:
☛ The Honey McGeePlayhouse is on Mulberry, facing the north side of the Municipal building.
☛ The Sherman Youth Center is at 407 W. Washington (NE corner of U.S. 75 and Washington St., enter thru the drive off Washington St. for easy access to building. 903-892-7344)
☛ Sherman Public Library, 421 N. Travis (903-892-7240)
☛ Red River Historical Museum, 301 S. Walnut (903-893-7623)
Name: Larry Wall
Email: SAF2010@XmailPro.net
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Want to be a Sponsor?
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We are looking for 2010 Sponsors! Contact Larry Wall - see phone and email below....
Major Sponsors for 2009:
Sherman Council for Arts & Humanities (SCAH)
and the SCAH Arts Festival Committee
City of Sherman
Sherman Park & Recreation
Sherman Education Foundation
Texoma Woodcarving Guild
Sherman Service League
Altrusa International of Sherman
Herald Democrat
KXII
AT&T Yellow Pages
American Bank
Atmos Energy
Grayson Home Health
DayCom Solutions WebSites
Texoma Neon
Cable One
Lamar Advertising
Interactive MusicAudioVisual (IMAV)
Want to Celebrate ART? We can add your name or business to the list!
Name: Sherman Dept. of Tourism
Phone: 903-957-0310
Email: info@shermantx.org
Contact Name:Larry Wall
Phone: 903 464-9480
Email: SAF2010@XmailPro.net
Web: 903 464-9480
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SCP THEATRICKS
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Live, on Kidd-Key Stage, T B A !
All tickets $10
Box Office opens TBA
For reservations: 903 892-8188.
Sponsored by SCAH & Sherman Cardiovascular Care Associates.
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