Franziskaner
It was already 8pm and I was 4 beers deep when we left to go to First Friday….. so far my night was going as planned. Made a quick stop for drive through hot dogs then took the 95 over to I15, then Charleston, and from there it was a head ache trying to find a parking space. I rate my parallel parking skills a 6 out of 10. Enough to get the job done, but never pretty. Locked my ride and left it under the careful watch of a sleeping homeless person about 10 feet away. Katelin, Dan and I then entered First Friday.
Where was she 2 months ago? We could have been a dynamic duo
Playing around with the Art. Not sure what this thing was exactly, I guess that’s why its art.
Adam's Favorite Piece
Paul's Favorite Piece
Katelin's Favorite Piece
Dan's Favorite Piece
We’ve seen enough art and it was time to find a better environment to consume some alcohol. Instead of going back to the car, we decide to go to Fremont St by foot. Bad choice, 20 minute walk and harassed by a guy wanting us to buy him a hot dog.
Watched a band play, then Dan and Katelin say the light show for the 1st time. After that we had some drinks at a some random bar while we waited for the others to meet us. Got a FREE Rolling Rock that they were giving out. Then we went to Griffin and spent most of the night there. It was crowded, really hard to get a drink at the bar, and surprisingly a lot of rude bitches, but some cool ones too.
Bry and Ellzabeth, wait, who is That Guy?
If you are interested in going to First Friday…. They have it once a month, last from 6pm to 10pm, its all outside, no cover, Bands play and they sell food and beer. The complete details front the event are below.
1st Friday Map
Climb on board the Tanka Trolley (schedule at bottom of page) with Jarret Keene as he leads an eclectic cadre of bards, spoken-word artists and performance poets, including Donald Revell, Claudia Keelan and Elizabeth Quiñones, into the neon heart of First Friday and the Downtown Arts District. “The Sin City Sonneteer Spectacle,” part of the 2009 Vegas Valley Book Festival, will be a literary pageant with stops at various art galleries and bars downtown. Listen to and observe the finest word warriors in Vegas as they share their celebrated verse with the masses.
We will be hosting more than 50 artists on the sidewalks and in the gallery spaces within the outdoor festival area on Casino Center Blvd and Colorado Ave.
Thanks to Frankie’s Tiki Room (under after parties) and Cricket Graphics (under Arts Factory)we have a new printed map which may be picked up in the Arts District area and on First Friday at the information table in front of The Funk House
Be sure to stop by the Clear booth for all of your wireless needs, Paul Mitchell for the latest in hair care and styling and The Art Institute to find out how you can participate in their art education programs. Visit the City of Las Vegas Office of Cultural Affairs info table next to The First Friday info table (both in front of The Funk House).
El Cortez/First Friday Express Trolley
The El Cortez Hotel & Casino joined with First Friday and is sponsoring an Express Trolley. The trolley will take patrons from the El Cortez, 600 East Fremont Street at the Cortez Garden Gateway (with 1,200 free parking spaces in the garage and also valet) to The Funk House Trolley Stop at First Friday (and back again). The bus will run from 6:00 p.m.(starting at the El Cortez) until 10:00 p.m. with the last First Friday stop at approximately 9:30 p.m. Take advantage of the convenient parking and avoid traffic after the event. You can also enjoy the Entertainment District’s First Friday after parties when you arrive back at the El Cortez.
DISCOUNTS
This First Friday, the ‘i love First Friday 2!’ sticker (available for a $2 or more donation at information table by The Funk House) will be redeemable at Big Island Smoothies ( 2 for 1 smoothies), located at 1516 Las Vegas Blvd. S., next to Dino’s Lounge. The sticker is valid throughout Oct 2009!
OUTDOOR FESTIVAL INFO
Buy a Best Friend of First Friday card and help support your favorite Las Vegas arts event ($25). We also have special “I ‘heart’ First Friday” t-shirts available for just $7 at the Friends of First Friday Information Table. City ordinance requires no glass bottles or cans!
ARTISTS SHOWING OUTDOORS:
Below is a partial listing of our Outdoor Artist Exhibitions:
Patti Backer–paintings, painted furniture, smoking fish
Enrique Nevarez–paintings, mixed media
Andy Slocum–drawings and prints
Kathleen Houlihan-drawings and paintings
LIVE MUSIC AND POETRY ON STAGE
6:00pm Mayor and Davyd Figler–poetry
6:30pm Ayala Muze
8pm Georgy and the Bad Boys
9pm John Zito and the Electric Church
ART—CASINO CENTER AND COLORADO BLVD.
ART—MAIN STREET and CHARLESTON
ART—COMMERCE STREET STUDIOS, 1551 South Commerce
ART—THE ARTS FACTORY, 101-109 E. Charleston Blvd.
ART-MAIN STREET (NORTH OF CHARLESTON)
SHOPPING—MAIN STREET
SHOPPING-COLORADO AND CASINO CENTER
SHOPPING—NEARBY
SCHEDULE FOR BOOK FESTIVAL TROLLEY
ART—CASINO CENTER AND COLORADO BLVD.
Art @ The Funk House showing Adam Michaels, new work. Nov 4-Nov 30, 2009–Opening First Friday 6pm-10pm–1228 S. Casino Center Blvd.–Las Vegas, NV 89104–702.678.6278–www.thefunkhouse.com
Brett Wesley Gallery, Local artist Danny Robert transforms gallery into a Natural History Museum with his evolutioN EXTinction series.
Roberts paints a cautionary fantasy where artifacts of our present …day have become the future’s history. The paintings depict what a future
archeologist might piece together from the remains of our culture–…but they don’t get it quite right. They conclude that this bygone
civilization was aggressive and competitive with a seemingly endless array of strange artifacts and adornments. However, do these artifacts
imply the extinction of one culture or the evolution to another one? 1112 Casino Center Blvd. 702.433.4433, www.brettwesleygallery.com
The Box Office– Showing new artists each month 1129 S. Casino Center, one block north of The Funk House 6-10pm
City of the World Gallery–Elaine Cory is featured artist for November at the City of the World Gallery. She pursued a 20-year career in interior design, but now paints beautiful pictures on a full-time basis. A Las Vegas resident, her art is her unique expression of vibrant colors, excitement of subject and passion for life. All work is done in acrylics and mixed media. 1229 S. Casino Center Blvd.
The Gypsy Den –Great vintage clothing store on east Colorado. Showing new artists each month. Open First Friday 6-10pm
ART—MAIN STREET and CHARLESTON
Gaia flowers • gifts • art –Gaia Flowers, Gifts and Art–In November, Gaia welcomes local painter Dan Hooker as our
featured artist. Through January, Dan will be showing both old and new works in his core style, which he describes as “images of enmeshed or intertwining objects.” Working primarily in acrylic on canvas, Dan paints with large shapes and color fields seeking a compositional balance on a macro level. He fine tunes composition and color balance using hundreds or thousands of dots and other tiny shapes of color. “Ultimately,” he says, “I seek a balance that feels right to me at that time, and this is an important way for me to project specific emotions in my paintings.” As with all First Friday weekends, Gaia celebrates Nov. 6-7 with a 50%-off plant sale. 702-997-0222.
Left of Center Art Gallery and Studio– 1139 S. Main St. Ste 110, Las Vegas, 702-647-7378 Left of Center is committed to promoting the visual arts and enhances intercultural understanding of social issues both past and present. LOC represents a wide spectrum of exhibits and events that reflect the diversity of our cultural perspectives and the power released by the fusion of our individual uniqueness.
Retro Vegas – Tony Sauceda was born in Kansas City, Missouri in 1962 and transplanted to Las Vegas in 1970 where he was raised. He has always had an interest in drawing but usually side tracked by interests in astronomy, photography and hiking. In the early 1990s, he found a book of photos of Bettie Paige. Her beauty inspired him to draw her and draw her beautifully. Something told him to use his talent on her – and he has been doing so for the last 15 years. He also draws Marilym Monroe. Open First Friday11am-10pm..1211 S. Main St. OPEN FIRST FRIDAY 6-10PM–Antiques–Furnishings–Accessories–Art. Call 702.384.2700 for more info.
ART—COMMERCE STREET STUDIOS, 1551 South Commerce
LIVE MUSIC OUTSIDE
COMMERCE STREET STUDIOS (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) FOR INFO PLEASE EMAIL: studios@commercestreetstudios.com Be sure and check out the new studios and galleries already open at this location!!
Circadian Gallery 1551 S. Commerce St. New works by Daniel Pearson, Karl Bakla For information call 525- 2850 Commerce Street Studios, LV, NV 89102 TROLLEY STOP
THE FALLOUT GALLERY– Closing Reception for Samsonite, New work by Justin Crabtree– Installations–Burial, in positive space–an earth installation, The Fallout–an installation of found suitcases representing a system collapse and photographs of projects throughout the valley that are silent. Exhibit from-Sept 25 to Nov 6, 2009. Hours–Exhibits and by appointment. 1551 S. Commerce St. Las Vegas, NV 89102 702.678.6278 www.thefallout.net Open First Friday 6-10pm.
Naked CityTattoo (1551 S. Commerce St, 1/2 block north of Wyoming, 1 block west of Main Street): Special shows on First Fridays. Open daily. 702-612-5516.
ART—THE ARTS FACTORY, 101-109 E. Charleston Blvd.
Contemporary Arts Center –Danielle Kelly and Noelle Stiles–October 16th – November 26th Opening Reception Performance and Artist Talk–November 5th 7:00pm (First Thursday) First Friday 6pm – 10pm (702) 382 3886 www.lasvegascac.org
CRICKET STUDIO, Studio 203. Works by BRIAN SWANSON: Mixed media, illustrations, pastels and prints. Bugspeak and Neon Boneyard drawings. Open FF and Tues – Fri 12 noon – 4pm, Evenings/Wknds by Appointment, 24/7 on the web. www.cricketstudio.com 702-366-9077.
Face Up Gallery 107 E. Charleston Blvd. Studio 210 “FACE UP”: the “TEXT” show, acrylic on wood and canvas featured artist: Dar Freeland July 3 – Sept 15, 2009. Open First Friday
DAMNED INK STUDIOS, Suite 204. Original paintings, illustrations, and prints by Danny Roberts. Open FF. Fri/Sat 1-6pm and by appointment. www.damnedinkstudios.com (702) 480-9090.
The Joseph Watson Gallery is showcasing the art of Joseph Watson. We are also showcasing another San Diego Artist Grady Williams.
suite 115 in the Arts Factory www.josephwatsoncollection.com
Laura Henkel Fine Art–Jeremy Coon, Once Upon A Time, November 1 -30″Jeremy utilizes a joyful rainbow of color to convey his explorations across the globe captivating all ages with his nostalgic, dream-like landscapes.” First Friday 6-10 PM/Tuesday – Saturday 11 AM-2 PM Arts Factory Ste 100, 702.952.9656
Ortego Gallery: NOVEMBER STILL LIFE EXHIBIT–Artists exhibit a variety of styles and expressions with minimal guidelines, allowing for more freedom of expression by each artist. Artists create original works using their own choice of medium. All art is original and will be on exhibit from November 5 to 27, 2009. The gallery is located at 107 E. Charleston, Suite 115 South. Call 281-6714 for details.
MARK JENKINS FINE ART- Mark has just completed another painting…”The Beatles” which he will be displaying, along with a few of his figurative paintings, at First Friday. 107 E. Charleston, Suite 115 Las Vegas, NV 89102– www.thewindowstothesoul.com and www.markjenkinsfineart.com 702-301-5492
PeaceNart Studio Presents: I Don’t Wan’t To Know The Rules !Finished Artwork and Works In Progress By Alexander P. Huerta
Opening “Preview Thursday” Nov. 5th 6pm-10pm “First Friday” Nov. 6th 6pm-10pm
TRIFECTA GALLERY-TRIFECTA GALLERY- Eric Joyner with Joseph Daniel Fiedler in “Transitions”. November 5 -27,2009- Both artists were illustrators before and during their painting careers. This show aims to afford us access into the conceptual and animated thoughts of successful idea men. Joyner with his robot tales and new to Trifecta, JD Fiedler presents us with new views.
Preview Thursday Nov.5, 5:30-9 and First Friday 5-9pm In the arts factory 702.366.7001 www.trifectagallery.com
ART-MAIN STREET (NORTH OF CHARLESTON)
Gainsburg Studio, Inc. relocated to main st and now is exhibiting the work of many talented artists….. paintings, glass, jewelry and stone sculpture by the nationally known artist sharon gainsburg. stone carving demonstrations on first friday TROLLEY STOP www.Gainsburgstudio.com 249-3200 hours: By Appointment.
S2 ART GROUP One East Charleston Blvd. Fine art publisher and gallery operator S2 Art Group, Ltd. has its world headquarters in Las Vegas’ burgeoning downtown arts district, in a renovated facility. S2 limited editions are hand-pulled on extremely rare, antique lithography presses at the company’s 22,000 square-foot Las Vegas atelier – the largest such facility in the world. Opening Reception on First Friday from 6-10 pm. http://www.s2art.com 702-868-7880.
ART 3RD STREET
3rd St. Revolution Art Gallery Works by Juan Ybarra and Ezequiel Lee Orona ,Sculptures, Bronze ,Metal and Wood. Mixed Media pieces.Oil Paintings ,Drawings and Graphics. Contemporary Modern Art with Social and Political Commentary. Mon_Sat.10-3. 224 Imperial Av. Las Vegas, Nv 89104.702-380-8442-702-644-5388.
Cobalt BLU3 showing works by Ed Dominguez. Open Mon-Friday 9-5pm or by appt. 1400 Third St.
Neon Venus Art Theatre live performances.
Southern Nevada Center for the Arts – An innovative and creative mix of artist studios, galleries and teaching facilities featuring paintings, ceramics, sculpture, fiber arts, jewelry and more. Come joins us for our first open house this First Friday! Having a meeting or party? Contact us at 702-888-3400 for details. 1310 S. 3rd St. “Where Culture and Community Come Together”
ART–HOLSUM LOFTS
Open at Holsum Lofts—-Stephen Jackson,382-9200—–Lola’s (the restaurant),227-5652, www.lolaslasvegas.com—— Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Theater,878-1227,www.lvdance.org——-DIGS Studio,651-6000,www.digsstudio.com
D’Arte Designs Pop-Up Gallery–presents selections from the art of Martin Kreloff and other artists at The Holsum Design Center Suite 150 from 5-10pm. Kreloff’s hard edge style paintings are internationally known. His brightly colored, witty canvases are in museums and public collections, including New York’s Museum of Modern Art.With over 20 solo exhibitions to his credit it is time to show his work in the Arts District.
Maynard Gallery–presents selected artists in Suite 140 at The Holsum Design Center. 5-10pm
ART— NEARBY
ArT Gallery at Not Just Antiques Vintage ART from established artists as well as new talent. Combine a cup of tea and ART. FOURTH OF JULY SALE! Open First Friday until 10pm. www.NotJustAntiquesMart.com. PARKING LOT IN FRONT OF NOT JUST ANTIQUES.
Clark County Govt Center–“Inscribed/Messages” at the Clark County Government Center Rotunda Gallery. Exhibiting 20 works by 12 artists including sculptures and hand-made and altered books. Artists include John Banks, John Bissonette, Diane Bush, Robert E. Cranley, Jr., Andreana Donahue, Justin Favela, Stephen Hendee, Merrilee Hortt, Noelle Garcia, Leslie Rowland, Markus Tracy and Linda Trenholm. The Nov. 6 reception from 6-8 pm includes a one-night only hands-on exhibition of artist sketchbooks by local artists Chad Brown, Abby Coe, Nick Hall, Melissa Lofchie, Lisa Stamanis, Jeanne Voltura and Mark T. Zeilman and a spoken word performance by Jarret Keene at 6:30 pm, part of the “The Sin City Sonneteer Spectacle.”
Henri & Odette –Open First Friday. http://www.henri-odette.com 702.686.3164
REED WHIPPLE CULTURAL CENTER 821 Las Vegas Boulevard N Las Vegas, NV 89101. Open until 9 pm on First Friday. Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 821 Las Vegas Blvd. North, 229-6211. Local artists explore the title of the exhibit through their artwork. Free admission
studio 8 ten-Art Studio and gift shop located at 810 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Featuring hand made products made by artists at the studio. Open First Friday 10am-10pm. Regular hours: Mon-Friday. 10am-6pm. For more information: 644.9418
SHOPPING—MAIN STREET
THE ATTIC On First Friday The Attic offers a special discount. Open till 8pm.
Durette Studio, 1007 S Main (1 block N of Boulder) will reopen for First Fridays starting September 4th! In addition to our fabulous knobs and knockers, we have the most incredible lighting, accessories, and now introducing- custom wine cellars to grace your space! Join us for the festivities and see what’s new! Open FF 5-9PM. 702-368-2601.
J J C CLOCKS & ANTIQUES MAIN SOUTH OF COLORADO. Open First Fridays 6-10pm. We can do all of your clock repairs. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10-5pm. 702-384-8463.
OPPORTUNITY VILLAGE THRIFT SHOP First Friday store hours 9:00am till 10:00pm. Sales throughout the entire store. 50% off selected items. Collectable items and wild funky items for sale.
RETRO VEGAS located at 1211 S. Main St. OPEN FIRST FRIDAY 6-10PM–Antiques–Furnishings–Accessories–Art..Call 702.384.2700 for more info. www.retro-vegas.com
SHOPPING-COLORADO AND CASINO CENTER
THE Funk House 1228 Casino Center Blvd. Open First Friday 6-10PM. Discounts up to 50% with your ‘I Heart First Friday 2!’ sticker. Also, Rick on the didgeridoo, FF only. Hours: Mon-Sat. 10am-5-pm. www.thefunkhouselasvegas.com
Confetti’s–Antiques–Open for First Friday on 3rd street next door to William’s Costume
Gaia flowers • gifts • art – Local ceramist and photographer Kelly McLendon shows examples of her Alice in Wonderland-inspired porcelain and stoneware work, and will be at Gaia to meet visitors during First Friday. McLendon’s work joins a collection of oil paintings by Laurie King, a series of abstract vases by Man Hue Duong, and the broad-ranging work of Samantha Dixon currently showing at Gaia, 4 E. Charleston Blvd., just across the street from the Arts Factory. 702-997-0222.
Gypsy Den–vintage clothing. Great stuff. Open late First Friday.
SHOPPING—NEARBY
NO TROLLEY STOP HERE; BIG PARKING LOT IN FRONT
Not Just Antiques 1422 Western Avenue. 12,000 sq. ft. filled with Antiques, Collectibles & Art. Voted Las Vegas Review-Journal Best Place to Buy Antiques & Collectibles 2007. Open daily. Holsum Loft Lamp Showroom Liquidation. Open late First Friday. www.NotJustAntiquesMart.com
Valentino’s Zootsuit Connection, WEARABLE ART at it’s best, “for the COOL in you”. Featuring a great selection of fine suiting, classic clothing, and stylish fedoras. Inside the Arts Factory–107 East Charleston Boulevard,Suite 135–Las Vegas, Nevada 89104,702-383-9555
RESTAURANTS AND CAFES
Big Island Smoothies–next Dino’s, checkout their great smoothies, wraps and sandwiches. First Friday sticker sponsor-2 for 1 in the month of February!!
Casa Don Juan on Main Street
Lola’s (the restaurant),227-5652, www.lolaslasvegas.com
Paymon’s Mediterranean Bistro–107 E. Charleston Blvd. #155, located in the Arts Factory. Open M-F 11am-3pm. First Friday 5pm-9pm. 272.0200
AFTER PARTIES
BEAUTY BAR features The Get Back, funky soul dance party w/ deejays: John Doe, Danny Boy, Phoreyz, Aurajin and special guests. 10pm until the wee hours. $5 for girls, $10 for guys. A funky good time guaranteed!! http://www.thegetbackvegas.com/
DINO’S LOUNGE: Drink Specials! Karaoke with host Danny G 10pm. 382-3894 www.dinoslv.com
DOWNTOWN COCKTAIL ROOM, 111 Las Vegas Blvd. South (100 feet south of Fremont). On First Friday: Soulful House, Downtempo by DJ Carlos Sanchez. Live Percussions by Cayce Woody. Valet Parking provided in adjacent alley after 8pm ($5 all night). Seating is limited and may require reservations, so arrive early. Please dress appropriately. 702-880-DOWN (3696) for questions or reservations.
Frankie’s Tiki Room– a unique combination of South Seas exotica and modern primitivism with just a hint of Las Vegas kitch. Frankies is the place you can escape to the fantasy any hour of the day or night. Enjoy the exotic rum drinks from the menu and traditional cocktails. 1712 W. Charleston Blvd. 385-3110 www.frankiestikiroom.com
network of immersive sensory entertainment=NOISE ! we present a Forum for local art and music to inter-weave an impulsive synergistic event for all to be a part of .First Friday at the Aruba and Thunderbird lounge 1215 Las Vegas Blvd. ABSOLUTELY FREE! 10pm- till?
SCHEDULE FOR BOOK FESTIVAL TROLLEY
6:00-6:30 Kickoff with Oscar Goodman & Dayvid Figler VEGAS VALLEY BOOK FESTIVAL STAGE
6:30-7:00 Jarret Keene CLARK COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER (500 S. Grand Central Pkwy.)
7:00-7:30 Donald Revell ATOMIC TODD (1221 Main St.)
7:30-8:00 Claudia Keelan THE FALLOUT (1551 S. Commerce St.)
8:00-8:30 Elizabeth Quiñones TRIFECTA (101 E. Charleston Blvd.)
8:30-9:00 Keith Brantley CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER (107 E. Charleston Blvd.)
9:00-9:30 Jeff Grindley TIFFANY’S (1700 Las Vegas Blvd. S.)
9:30-10:00 Josh Kryah DINO’S (1516 Las Vegas Blvd. S.)
