Piks from Thursday's Chen-Arts Press Conference

Mayor Ed Pawlowski and an ebullient gathering of about 50 art lovers served up an appetizer of what attendees will see during this weekend's 1st Chen Arts Group Show at the home of Pete Lewnes, 445 - 447 N. 7th Street in Allentown (please use Liberty St. side entrance).

In conjunction with the OAPA House Tour, the Allentown Chen Arts Group is presenting "16 and a Movie," an inaugural art show on Saturday from 10-4 and Sunday from 12-2:30 on the second floor of 445-447 N. 7th Street (please use Liberty St. side entrance).

The show will feature the original work of 16 area artists. The featured artists work in a variety of forms of painting, as well as sculpture, photography, film/video and more. A number of artists will be available to meet the public and talk about their work. Musical entertainment, light fare and beverages will be provided at the show on Saturday.

"This is a can't miss opportunity," said Pawlowski.

NOTE: You do not have to take the house tour to see the art show. You can just attend the art show, there is no admission charge.

Piks from Thursday's Chen-Arts Press Conference

Mayor Ed Pawlowski and an ebullient gathering of about 50 art lovers served up an appetizer of what attendees will see during this weekend's 1st Chen Arts Group Show at the home of Pete Lewnes, 445 - 447 N. 7th Street in Allentown (please use Liberty St. side entrance).

In conjunction with the OAPA House Tour, the Allentown Chen Arts Group is presenting "16 and a Movie," an inaugural art show on Saturday from 10-4 and Sunday from 12-2:30 on the second floor of 445-447 N. 7th Street (please use Liberty St. side entrance).

The show will feature the original work of 16 area artists. The featured artists work in a variety of forms of painting, as well as sculpture, photography, film/video and more. A number of artists will be available to meet the public and talk about their work. Musical entertainment, light fare and beverages will be provided at the show on Saturday.

"This is a can't miss opportunity," said Pawlowski.

NOTE: You do not have to take the house tour to see the art show. You can just attend the art show, there is no admission charge.

Allentown Chen-Arts (CHARGE) first group show!

The Allentown Chen Arts Group includes artists living and working in Allentown, as well as regional artists who are interested in exhibiting and selling their work in Allentown. The group includes visual artists, film makers, musicians, dancers, writers, and creative people of all ages who are interested in supporting and promoting the arts in Allentown.

The group was started in April of 2008 by Allentown artist/musician Angie Villa, who contacted people through her blog Lehigh Valley Somebody. The word spread, and many local artists came together to challenge the present notion of what defines art in Allentown. Since the closing of Open Space Gallery on Hamilton Street, there has been little opportunity for artists to show and sell their work in Allentown. The Allentown Chen Arts Group intends to have group art shows and create a thoughtful and meaningful art scene led by the artists.

The group is called “Chen Arts” because we meet for good food and conversation at the fabulous House of Chen restaurant on Hamilton St. in Allentown. We also meet monthly as a group for parties and events at artist’s studios/homes where we share slides or images of our work. In the spirit of community building we are hopeful that our group will help to promote a positive image of Allentown through the arts. Anyone is welcome to join CHARGE and be a part of a new and growing art scene in Allentown. If you are an artist interested in joining our group, please sign our guestbook or e-mail Angie Villa at Ayngie4@aol.com

Click to enlarge flyer. There will be 16 visual artists and 2 film makers at our show.

Thanks to Matt Lewis for designing the flyer. And special thanks to Pete Lewnes for hosting and organizing.

UPDATE: I fixed the flyer picture. Hope it looks better now!

Oops, if it doesn't enlarge, the small type says "In conjunction with the Old Allentown Preservation Association House Tour" Any questions, please leave a comment. Mrs. D.

Allentown Chen-Arts (CHARGE) first group show!

The Allentown Chen Arts Group includes artists living and working in Allentown, as well as regional artists who are interested in exhibiting and selling their work in Allentown. The group includes visual artists, film makers, musicians, dancers, writers, and creative people of all ages who are interested in supporting and promoting the arts in Allentown.

The group was started in April of 2008 by Allentown artist/musician Angie Villa, who contacted people through her blog Lehigh Valley Somebody. The word spread, and many local artists came together to challenge the present notion of what defines art in Allentown. Since the closing of Open Space Gallery on Hamilton Street, there has been little opportunity for artists to show and sell their work in Allentown. The Allentown Chen Arts Group intends to have group art shows and create a thoughtful and meaningful art scene led by the artists.

The group is called “Chen Arts” because we meet for good food and conversation at the fabulous House of Chen restaurant on Hamilton St. in Allentown. We also meet monthly as a group for parties and events at artist’s studios/homes where we share slides or images of our work. In the spirit of community building we are hopeful that our group will help to promote a positive image of Allentown through the arts. Anyone is welcome to join CHARGE and be a part of a new and growing art scene in Allentown. If you are an artist interested in joining our group, please sign our guestbook or e-mail Angie Villa at Ayngie4@aol.com

Click to enlarge flyer. There will be 16 visual artists and 2 film makers at our show.

Thanks to Matt Lewis for designing the flyer. And special thanks to Pete Lewnes for hosting and organizing.

UPDATE: I fixed the flyer picture. Hope it looks better now!

Oops, if it doesn't enlarge, the small type says "In conjunction with the Old Allentown Preservation Association House Tour" Any questions, please leave a comment. Mrs. D.

Revitalization: let's make it personal

Hello friends! The Allentown Chen-Arts Group (CHARGE) is a growing group of local artists and friends interested in showing their work in Allentown, and possibly the surrounding LV area. The group was started by artists. When we get together once a month, artists are given an opportunity to present their art work to the group. Our next get together will be Sat. Sept. 6th, at the Musselman arts center on Hamilton St. Check back here for more info.

What I like about the group is the spirit of community, and the exchange of ideas. It's exciting to meet new people and learn new things, to see what other artists do. It's been fun to re-connect with old friends.We are all different, yet we do have things in common. I think this kind of "all inclusive" community building, through the arts, will help revitalize Allentown. It certainly has helped to revitalize my spirit! Art brings people together. All kinds of people of all ages. Everyone is welcome to participate in this group.

I think there needs to be more "all inclusive" community building in Allentown. It's the people who matter most. It's the neighborhoods. It's the kids in the school district. Why doesn't the city website http://www.allentownpa.gov/ include some pictures of these people, instead of just buildings and statues? Put people first. What do you think?

Photo: The first Chen-Arts get together at House of Chen, Allentown

Revitalization: let's make it personal

Hello friends! The Allentown Chen-Arts Group (CHARGE) is a growing group of local artists and friends interested in showing their work in Allentown, and possibly the surrounding LV area. The group was started by artists. When we get together once a month, artists are given an opportunity to present their art work to the group. Our next get together will be Sat. Sept. 6th, at the Musselman arts center on Hamilton St. Check back here for more info.

What I like about the group is the spirit of community, and the exchange of ideas. It's exciting to meet new people and learn new things, to see what other artists do. It's been fun to re-connect with old friends.We are all different, yet we do have things in common. I think this kind of "all inclusive" community building, through the arts, will help revitalize Allentown. It certainly has helped to revitalize my spirit! Art brings people together. All kinds of people of all ages. Everyone is welcome to participate in this group.

I think there needs to be more "all inclusive" community building in Allentown. It's the people who matter most. It's the neighborhoods. It's the kids in the school district. Why doesn't the city website http://www.allentownpa.gov/ include some pictures of these people, instead of just buildings and statues? Put people first. What do you think?

Photo: The first Chen-Arts get together at House of Chen, Allentown

Arty Party Pics

Thanks to everyone who participated in the Chen Arts party at Pete's. Special thanks to Pete for hosting at his cool retro downtown pad! Stay tuned for future events.

Arty Party Pics

Thanks to everyone who participated in the Chen Arts party at Pete's. Special thanks to Pete for hosting at his cool retro downtown pad! Stay tuned for future events.