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    2013 VOMA Tee Shirt Design Contest.

    User your originality and talent to design a new tee shirt for VOMA! Find out more, and enter the contest, at talenthouse.com!

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May 2013 News

Saturday, May 4: May Day Masquerade (Ball & Benefit) at VOMA

This is going to be a blast.

A Steampunk Themed Gallery Show upstairs &
a Rave downstairs {Hosted by doesitmatterrecordings (DIM)}

The costume theme we are encouraging is “Steampunk” but feel free to dress up as creatively as you like – as long as it involves at least an eye mask … Since this is part of the Fun!*

So search your basement, attic, garage and thriftshop – then put together a cosplay costume and come dressed to the nines.

Come and join our party!

**Masks are a must** Don’t worry – we will provide a basic eye mask for you if you don’t already have one of your own.

Free finger food and Wine (While supplies last) & BYOB permitted.
$15 General Admission, $12 VOMA VIP

Monday, May 6, 5:30pm: VOMA’s Entrepeneur Meetup

Entrepreneur Meetup: a local group of those that have either (1) started a company or (2) want to. A peer group of creative and motivated designers of business. The group provides collaboration, resource sharing, educational opportunities, and a support network for entrepreneurs.

5:30pm – 7:30pm

Saturday, May 11, 7:30pm: VOMA Presents Jazz: Don Aliquo Quartet 

The Don Aliquo Sr. Quartet returns to VOMA on Saturday, May 11!

Doors open at 7:30, Music starts at 8:00
$12 Admission ($10 VIP Admission).

Monday, May 13, 6pm: Inspire Your Spirit: An Evening of Paranormal Activity

Featuring guest lecturer: Patty A. Wilson, Author of Haunted Pennsylvania and Totally Bizarre PA along with nearly a dozen more books. Has appeared on Mysterious Journeys Salem & Eastern State Pen. Pennsylvania · www.ghostsrus.com Follow her on Twitter: @ghostladyofpa

Also appearing: J.A.G.S. (Johnstown Area Ghost Hunters Society).  The group will be exhibiting equipment, doing demonstrations and answering questions. Follow them on Twitter: @JAGhosthunters

Tickets are $15.00 or 2 for $25.00.  Refreshments are included

Order tickets via Eventbrite:
http://inspireyourspirit-efbevent.eventbrite.com/

Friday, May 17, 7pm: Acoustic Open Mic w/ Special Guest Adam Mundok

Come on out for the May Acoustic Open Mic, hosted by Adam and Micah from Striped Maple Hollow!

The night starts off with a 30-minute set by a featured artist, and then it’s a first-come, first-served open signup for 15 minute performance slots.  Bring your guitar, mandolin, ukulele, harmonica, etc – solo artists, duos, spoken word, stand-up comics are all welcome!

Doors open at 7pm, music starts at 7:30pm.
$3 admission at the door.  BYOB w/ ID.

Saturday, May 18, 8pm: Pop-punk show feat. Saving Elizabeth & Aim Your Arrows

Pop-punk show featuring Saving Elizabeth from Berlin, PA, and Aim Your Arrows from Detroit, MI.

NOT FOR THE TAME TOUR with Hour 24, NADIN, Katie’s Got Guts, On the Run.

8:00pm.

Friday, May 24, 7pm: StudioPM – Guided Art Event

 

Guided beaded jewelry making with Alisa Pavick Barnhart (Clementine Designs). Take-home masterpiece will be two beaded bracelets. Beads and charms may vary from that shown.

StudioPM is a creative learning studio program to create, play, drink and socialize. BYOB.
Sip your adult beverage of choice (BYOB), learn to paint, create art and socialize. Take home your masterpiece at the end of the night. All skill levels welcome.
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$35 admission includes supplies.
May’s artistic creation: jewelry making.

 

RESERVATIONS REQUESTED
Pay securely online with options of credit, check or cash (at the door).
Questions? email studiopmjohnstown@yahoo.com.
Private bookings available. Great for groups, organizations, birthday parties, reunions and girls night out.

https://www.facebook.com/StudioPM.Johnstown?fref=ts

Saturday, May 25, 7:30pm: VOMA Presents: The Blues Gathering

Scott Jeffreys leads an invite-only cast of players down the road of Blues the last Saturday of every month.

Doors open at 7:30pm, music starts at 8pm.
$7 admission at the door ($5 VIP admission).  BYOB w/ ID.

Saturday, June 1, 6:30pm: VOMA Presents: Striped Maple Hollow CD Release Show

Saturday, June 1st, at VOMA, will be the Striped Maple Hollow CD Release show!  The Whiskey River Panhandlers and Dan Oatman from The Crew of the Half Moon will also be playing.

Doors open at 6:30pm, Music starts at 7.

Admission is $3 at the door / BYOB with ID. All Ages

Visit Facebook to RSVP.

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April 2013 News

Saturday April 6, 8pm: The Scott Jeffreys Augmented Triad at VOMA with Special Guest John Bagnato

We will once again be putting the funk on the jazz and the jazz on the funk with both original compositions, and funk and fusion classics. My friend and protege’ John Bagnato will be joining me, along with the usual cast of characters, Chuck Carrigan on the skins and Greg Maiocco on saxophone. Please spread the word, make the scene, and support local art.

Doors open at 8pm.  BYOB w/ ID.  RSVP via Facebook!
$7.00 admission at the door.

Friday, April 12, 7pm:  The relaxing sounds of country music with John Wolfe (lead guitarist of the Cash Review)

Come hear the relaxing sounds of John Wolfe – Lead guitarist of the Cash Review.

Doors open at 7pm, music starts at 7:30pm.  BYOB w/ ID.
$5 admission at the door.

Saturday, April 13, 6pm: HOUSE PARTY With One Track Mynd, Black Cat Moan, and more!
BLaCK CaT MOAN & One Track Mynd with special opening guest Anadarko.... Spring House Party @ V.O.M.A.

Only a few weeks away, come on out for one hell of a night! Great music and one of Johnstown’s best artists, all under one roof!
Doors open at 6pm.  BYOB w/ ID, plus free food & beverages while supplies last!
$10 admission at the door.
RSVP via Facebook!


Sunday, April 14, 7:30pm: My Idea of Fun

Doors open at 7pm, music starts at 7:30pm.
$5 admission at the door.  BYOB w/ ID.

Thursday, April 18, 7pm: Acoustic Open Mic, w/ featured artists Ian and John

Come on out for the April Acoustic Open Mic, hosted by Adam and Micah from Striped Maple Hollow!  The night starts off with a 30-minute set by a featured artist, and then it’s a first-come, first-served open signup for 15 minute performance slots.  Bring your guitar, mandolin, ukulele, harmonica, etc – solo artists, duos, spoken word, stand-up comics are all welcome!  Adam, Micah, and others also have instruments on hand, so feel free to ask for accompaniment on any songs during your set.

Doors open at 7pm, music starts at 7:30pm.
$3 admission at the door.  BYOB w/ ID.

 

Friday, April 19, 7pm: Poetry Reading & Open Mic

Readings by Kevin Hostetler, Performance Poet, and Barbara Purbaugh, Published Poet, followed by an open mic reading.  Please bring along a poem or story to share.

For a Bio of Barbara Purbaugh pleas follow this link: http://www.barbarapurbaugh.com/bio2012.html

Doors open at 7pm.
$5 admission at the door.

Friday, April 26, 7pm: StudioPM – Guided Art Event

COMING APRIL 26 to VOMA in Johnstown – StudioPM: A creative learning studio program to create, play, drink and socialize.

Sip your adult beverage of choice (BYOB), learn to paint, create art and socialize. Take home your masterpiece at the end of the night. All skill levels welcome.

April’s inspiration: Georgia O’Keeffe
Instructor: Natalie Poldiak

::: APRIL EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT UNTIL APRIL 14 only $32 ::: ($35 after April 14)

RESERVATIONS REQUESTED Pay securely online with options of credit, check or cash (at the door).  Visit http://studiopmapril26.eventbrite.com to make your reservation.

Find out more about Studio PM at facebook.com/StudioPM.Johnstown.
Saturday, April 27, 7:30pm: The Blues Gathering

Scott Jeffreys leads an invite-only cast of players down the road of Blues the last Saturday of every month.

Doors open at 7:30pm, music starts at 8pm.
$7 admission at the door.  BYOB w/ ID.

Friday, May 3: An Evening of Classic Country w/ Bill Venet Sr.

An evening of Classic Country with Bill Venet Sr. of the Cash Review, Kim Miller & Gary Saidley of The Runaways.

Doors open at 7:00pm, music starts at 7:30pm.
$5 admission at the door.  BYOB w/ ID.

Saturday, May 4: May Day Masquerade (Ball & Benefit) at VOMA

This is going to be a blast.

A Steampunk Themed Gallery Show upstairs &
a Rave downstairs {Hosted by doesitmatterrecordings (DIM)}

The costume theme we are encouraging is “Steampunk” but feel free to dress up as creatively as you like – as long as it involves at least an eye mask … Since this is part of the Fun!*

So search your basement, attic, garage and thriftshop – then put together a cosplay costume and come dressed to the nines.

Come and join our party!

**Masks are a must** Don’t worry – we will provide a basic eye mask for you if you don’t already have one of your own.

STAY TUNED FOR MORE DETAILS

Free finger food and Wine (While supplies last) & BYOB permitted.
$15 General Admission, $12 VOMA VIP
$10 Advance tickets available (before May 1st only)


Battle of the Bands at VOMA

We are planning to reschedule the Battle of the Bands for Sundays in October – the 6th, 13th, 20th, and the finals on the 27th of 2013.  Stay tuned for more details!

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2013 VOMA Tee Shirt Design Contest

Help VOMA make an impact in 2013. Use your originality and talent to design a cool looking tee shirt for VOMA, and have your artwork promoted on our website, at VOMA events, on our social media site(s) … and of course, on our Tee Shirts!

What are we looking for?
Anything and Everything that is Original and would look great on a tee-shirt!
The designs will be voted on by the public to decide the winner:
- One (1) design from adults 18 and older
- One (1) design from Teens, seventeen and younger – as our official 2013 Voma Tee Shirts!
*At time of posting, VomaJohnstown has over 2500 Facebook friends, Venue Of Merging Arts NPO FB page has over 1000 “likes” and we have weekly entertainment events as well.

 

Venue Of Merging Arts (VOMA)’s Choice

VOMA’s Choice is the People’s Choice -

Here’s what you get if you win most votes in your age category:

➢ $50 cash prize to winner of adult contest

➢ $25 cash prize to winner of Teen and younger contest And both adult and teen get

➢ Four (4) tee shirts with your winning design

➢ Your artwork framed and hung at VOMA Gallery, and displayed on VOMA’s website

➢ Bragging Rights! A copy of your winning design will be kept on permanent record as VOMA’s 2013 contest winner

➢ VOMA will promote the winning designs via tweet and Facebook post

➢ Your Artwork design will be featured as Voma’s timeline photo on our Facebook page

People’s Choice

The designs will be voted on by the public, and there will be one (1) winner from each group.
The highest voted entries for both adult and teen groups will be considered the winners.
- One (1) design from adults, 18 and older
- One (1) design from teens, seventeen and younger

Get Involved

Submit by: April 30, 2013
Vote: May 1, 2013 10am PST – May 12, 2013 10am PST
Winner(s) Announced: May 20, 2013

 

Find out more, and enter the contest, at talenthouse.com!

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      Ends: 11:00 pm, May 25, 2013

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      Ends: 10:30 pm, June 1, 2013

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