Visualicious: Call for Artists

Attention Artists: Apply to attend the Artists U/SC Intensive weekend!

Apply to attend the Artists U/SC Intensive weekend Application due May 2 On June 13-15, 2014, the South Carolina Arts Commission's Artists' Ventures Initiative will host the Artists U/SC Intensive in downtown Spartanburg, S.C. Drawing on his work with Artists U/Philadelphia, artist leader Andrew Simonet will outline approaches for reconnecting with our deep values, building community, and slaying the two demons of the artist's life: time and money. Topics to be discussed: Why artists are poor and why they shouldn't be Tools artists have used to make things easier How to build a life that is balanced, productive and sustainable Artists U's South Carolina leaders, Tamara LaValla, Karen Ann Myers and Rodney Rogers, will join Andrew in leading workshops and exercises he has developed over eight years of working with artists nationally. Another feature of the Artists U/SC Intensive weekend is the opportunity for seven selected artists to receive a follow-up one-on-one planning session. It's a 90-minute conversation with an artist facilitator about whatever you want to talk about. You set the agenda, and the facilitator asks a lot of questions. The facilitators don't give advice; they help turn challenges and goals into plans and to-do lists. These sessions have been HUGELY helpful for artists. Throughout the weekend intensive, we will talk about a lot of Big Things: money, time, planning, etc. The one-on-one sessions are a chance to look specifically at what YOU are facing and working toward. The one-on-one sessions will take place Sunday between 9:30 a.m. and 3.30 p.m. You will be notified of your time slot if you are selected for a one-on-one. Make the most out of this incredible weekend of free assistance and apply today!   How to apply Any South Carolina artist may apply to attend. There is no cost, but class size is limited. You must be able to attend both sessions: Friday, June 13 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. AND Saturday, June 14 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. And, if you apply for a one-on-one session and are selected, you must be available for your 90-minute appointment to be scheduled: Sunday, June 15 anytime between 9:30 a.m and 3:30 p.m. Be aware that if you are traveling from out of town, you will be responsible for your own lodging, meals and transportation expenses. The weekend intensive is free. You will receive additional information about the location and host hotel after your application to attend is accepted. Complete this online application to apply.  Applications are due Friday, May 2, 2014. Selected applicants will be notified via e-mail by May 16, 2014. If you have any questions about this application or the Artists U/SC Intensive weekend, please contact Joy Young (803-734-8203). Visit the South Carolina Arts Commission's website for more information about the S.C. Artists' Ventures Initiative.

Through March 28th: Call for Artwork from the Greater Lake City Artists' Guild

Call to Artists: Animals at the ATG

Call to Young Filmmakers in South Carolina

Announcement from South Carolina Film Commission

ENTRIES FOR THE SOUTH CAROLINA YOUNG FILMMAKERS PROJECT DUE MARCH 21, 2014 WIN CASH & PRIZES!

The S.C. Young Filmmakers Project is a state-wide high school filmmaking competition sponsored by The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism and Trident Technical College. It's simple for South Carolina high school students to enter. Make a short film (at least 30-seconds long, two-minutes max). Shoot at least one scene at a South Carolina State Park. GO WILD! with your imagination. Be clever and creative. Most importantly, create a film with a story. Deadline for entries is midnight on Friday, March 21, 2014. The Top Ten finalists will screen in a special program at the 2014 Charleston International Film Festival. First, second, and third place winners will receive cash prizes. For complete rules and how to enter, visit our contest page here. For a complete list of SC State Parks (there are 47 of 'em across the state), click here. And check out our YouTube channel for more info, including winners and finalists from last year. Any questions? Email: sarah@indiegrants.org. HOW TO ENTER THE SOUTH CAROLINA YOUNG FILMMAKERS PROJECT: 1. Make an awesome short film, following the contest guidelines and shooting requirements found here. 2. Upload your film to either YouTube or Vimeo. These are the two standard video sharing sites; if you don't have an account for one of them, it's easy to set one up. And now that you're making movies, you'll probably be using them a bunch. 3. Tag your video with 'SC YOUNG FILMMAKERS' once you've uploaded it. 4. Complete the official registration form by clicking here. You must complete the registration form by midnight EST on March 21, 2014. Be sure to include an accurate YouTube or Vimeo link to your entry in the form. IT'S EASY! SO CALLING ALL HIGH SCHOOLERS...MAKE YOUR MOVIE!

Call to Artists: FDDC is looking for artists for the 2014 Pecan Festival

Downtown Florence's South Carolina Pecan Festival is looking for artists to participate in Art Trail on Evans during this year's festival. Participating artists will set up in and around the Art Trail Gallery on West Evans. This Call-to-Artists is for booth space and demonstrations. While sales are encouraged, artists looking to demonstrate are definitely welcomed.

Click here to access the application. Print it and send it to Allene Tellis at atellis@cityofflorence.com. The application can also be mailed to Allene's attention at the address below:

FDDC

PO Box 467

Florence, SC  29503

Vendors will be expected to exhibit from 10am to 5:30pm on November 1st.

Call to Artists: Racing Art Contest 2014

Racing Art Contest 2014

Rules and Important Information

Criteria:  Original artwork work in all media will be considered and is eligible. Limit of one (1) piece per artist. Winners will be based upon how the art entry captures the essence, history, culture, or excitement of racing. Entries focusing on the Southern 500 or Darlington-related specifics will be given greater favor. 

Exhibit Date: Saturday, April 12 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Two Categories: (1) Ages 18 & Older and (2) Ages 17 & Younger

Prizes: Jury panel of art professionals and local celebrities will evaluate entries on the strength of original art and select one entry as the winner in each category. Visitors to the exhibit will vote for one (1) People’s Choice Award winner. The winner of the Ages 18 & Older category will receive $100. The winner of the People’s Choice will receive $100. The winner of the Ages 17 & Older category will receive $50.

Cost: Entry fee is $15 for Ages 18 & Older and is $5 for Ages 17 & Younger.  Checks can be mailed to the address below. Make out to:  Market on Darlington Square / DDRA.

Booth Display: Any artists who have paid for an entry in the Racing Art Contest may set up a booth to display and sell their original work or prints at no additional charge. You must indicate that you will have a booth when you send in your entry, so we can reserve a space for you. You do not have to have a booth display to enter the contest.

Identification: Affix a tag to the front and back of each entry with your name, title, medium, size, and price (or NFS if not for sale). During the exhibit, people interested in purchasing artwork will be directed to the artist’s booth, if present, or contact information will be collected for the artist. The Committee will not handle any sales.

Delivery and Display: All artwork must be ready for display. Artists may deliver work beginning March 31 to the City Administration Building, 410 Pearl St., or they may deliver between 7:30 am and 8:45 am the morning of the exhibit to 1 Public Square.

Pick up of Artwork: We encourage artists to pick up artwork between 2 pm and 3 pm immediately following the exhibit on April 12. If that is not possible, arrange to pick up artwork before April 30, 2014. 

Application Procedure:  Fill out the enclosed application and return to the Market on Darlington Square Committee with a color photo of the entry. Jpegs can be substituted for photos and may be emailed to darlingtonplanner@gmail.com. Your application will not be processed without payment of the entry fee.

Mail to:           Market on Darlington Square, Planning Department

PO Box 57, Darlington, SC  29540

Deadline to Enter: No later than 5 pm on Monday, March 31

Questions? Call the Planning Director at 843-398-4000 ext. 103.

Call to Artists: 'Fantasy' at Olive's in Fort Mill

Pee Dee Artists.....Are you interested?

Olive’s in Fort Mill is accepting entries for jury from North and South Carolina residents only. Create your “Fantasy” in three dimensional or two dimensional pieces, Works must be gallery ready.

Submit entries online at (www.olivesmudpuddle.com).  Look under exhibits and the form is at the bottom.

Deadline for entries is January 24th. Notification of acceptance by January 31st. Opening night February 14th at 6pm. Exhibit continues through February 28th.

For further info contact Debbie by calling 704/301-2619 or e-mail to (debbie@olivesmudpuddle.com).

Call to Artists: Lynda English Studio Miniature Exhibit and Sale

Lynda English Studio Miniature Exhibit and Sale

ELIGIBILITY- Open to all artists 18 and over residing in South Carolina.  Any 2 or 3 dimensional fine art media.  No photography. All works  must be original.  Lynda English Studio reserves the right to refuse any work that does not comply with the requirements stated in this prospectus or does not match the size requirements.  In case of questions the juror’s decision will be final.  The registration form must be completely filled out.  The information on the registration form is considered final and may not be changed.  All work displayed must remain for the duration of the exhibition. (Pick-up Dec. 20)

ENTRY FEES - $10 per entry, $15 for two.  Make checks payable to Lynda English Studio. May call gallery with credit card (843-673-9144).  Fees are nonrefundable.

METHOD OF ENTRY – Download prospectus at Lyndaenglishstudio.net. Mail registration form to Lynda English Studio, 403 Second Loop Rd., Florence, SC 29505 or fax to 843-669-5150.

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Registration Forms and Entry Fee must be received by November 15, 2013

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Hand Deliver Artwork to Lynda English Studio, 403 Second Loop Rd. Florence, SC on November 22, 25-27, December 2.  

PRESENTATION OF ENTRIES – Total image area of painting  and frame shall not exceed 35 square inches (5”x7” or smaller), 3D – 5”x7”x5”.  Wrapped canvas will be accepted without a frame if there are no staples and the edges are painted and clean.  Maximum canvas size on front excluding edges 5”x7”.  Each piece must be identified on the back with artist name, address, phone number where you can be reached if piece is not accepted, title, price and medium.  Frames must be undamaged, with hardware and wire in place.  No sawtooth hangers.  Paintings delivered chipped, cracked, damaged, dirty or with improper presentation or incomplete information on the back will not be accepted.

AWARDS – 1st, $200, 2nd, $125, 3rd, $75. Honorable Mention, $50

DATES TO REMEMBER

November 15 – Registration Deadline

November 22, 25-27, December 2 – Hand deliver entries to Lynda English Studio, (10am-5pm)

December 5 – Reception 5:30-7:30 pm            December 20- Art pickup, sold and unsold

Call to Artists: The Market on Darlington Square

The folks in downtown Darlington are getting ready to start the Market on the Darlington Square for 2013. The market will be held the third Saturday of each month from April through September from 9am -1pm. A space is only $25, or $90 for all six markets.  The Market of Darlington Square is actively seeking local artists and craftsmen to take part in this opportunity to show and sell. Applications and complete information may be obtained by e-mailing Suzanne Muldrow at hmuldrowjr@sc.rr.com or by calling 393-4607. 

Call to Artists: Animal House at the ATG

Call to Artists: Pieces of the Heart Exhibit at the ATG

Call to Artists: The Greater Lake City Artists' Guild to host Juried Show

The Greater Lake City Artists’ Guild is calling for artwork for their first annual Juried Show in the Artfields Gallery.

Submissions are due March 30, 2013 by email or mail at PO Box 96 Lake City, SC 29560. 

Artists should send image of work, short description, title, and medium of work. Artists may submit up to 3 pieces. Artists may submit 2-D or 3-D pieces. 

Juried Show will hang from April 19-May 30.

For more information about the show or the Greater Lake City Artists' Guild, contact Sandy Cook at 803.435.3860 or greaterlakecityartistsguild@gmail.com. 

The mission of the Greater Lake City Artists' Guild is to cultivate, nurture, and grow the Arts in the greater Lake City area and the state of South Carolina. 

Call to Artists: Outdoor Work of Art for downtown Florence

Request for Proposals:

Public Art in Downtown Florence

Design Vision and Goal:

The Florence Downtown Development Corporation (FDDC) seeks to commission a free-standing or wall-mounted outdoor work of art to add to the beautification, redevelopment and regeneration of downtown Florence. The artwork chosen for 2013 will be the first piece in what will become the Florence Downtown Sculpture Garden/Courtyard.

The project must integrate well with the location and be constructed of weather-resistant materials. The work selected must be fully installed by April 30th, 2013.

Eligibility:

This opportunity is open to visual artists, ages 18 and older. Proposals from all geographic areas of the United States are welcome, however, preference will be given to artists who live, work or create in the Pee Dee (defined by FDDC as Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Lee, Marion, Marlboro and Williamsburg Counties).

The Site:

The planned Florence Downtown Sculpture Garden/Courtyard is located at 113-119 South Dargan Street in downtown Florence, SC. In late 2012, the three buildings currently at this address will be demolished, leaving a breezeway through to the Hotel Florence and Victor's Restaurant which are scheduled to open May, 2013. The courtyard/walkway area is approximately 47 feet wide and 130 feet long. The area will connect to an outdoor dining area and water feature that will be at the west end of the walk/courtyard.

This project is part of a major revitalization project in downtown Florence. The Hotel Florence, Victor's Restaurant, the Clay Pot Cafe, Railroad Junction Art Gallery and Da Massimo's Italian Restaurant represent recent major private investments in downtown Florence. Adding to these, the governmental and non-profit efforts have resulted in the construction of a new Florence Museum which will open in late 2013, the Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center which opened in November, 2011, as well as the Florence Little Theater, Library and the Art Trail Gallery which have opened in recent years and started the creation of an Arts Corridor appropriate for the placement of public art.

The Artist Selection Process:

Semi-finalists will be selected by a panel consisting of representatives from the Florence Regional Arts Alliance, Florence Museum, Florence Convention & Visitors Bureau and private businesses. Semifinalists will be invited to submit more detailed applications, including scale drawings for review by the

aforementioned panel. The panel will make a recommendation to the Florence DowntownDevelopment Board of Directors and Florence City Council as to which proposal should be selected.

Final Selection Criteria will be based on:

Artistic merit

Appropriateness to the site

Feasibility

Durability (appropriate for heavily used, outdoor site)

Required Application Materials:

In response to this RFP, applicants must submit the following no later than October 31, 2012:

• Completed and signed coversheet/certification form

• Digital portfolio:

Note:  A link to a professional website or a jump drive with 10 digital images and title list. Artwork must be clearly labeled with the artist's name, date of completion, materials and dimensions.

•         Written description of the proposed work (no more than one page)

•         Preliminary drawing of the proposed work 

          (dimensions not to exceed 18" x 24")

•         Proposed budget

•         Timeline for the project.

Note: The artist will be selected no later than November 30, 2012 and the art must be delivered by April 30, 2013.

• Current biography and curriculum vitae (CV)

• Names and contact information of two references (email and phone)

• List of commissioned and installed work in public or private collections completed within the last ten years

Budget:

$25,000 for the total project including artist's commission, design, materials, fabrication, and

transportation. Assistance may be required by artist during the installation process.

Additional Information:

The work of art will be in place for a period of up to ten years. Thereafter, the Florence

Downtown Development Corporation will retain possession of the work, at its discretion.

Deadline for Submission:

All submissions must be postmarked on October 31, 2012 or hand-delivered by 5:30 pm to the Florence Downtown Development Offices at 218 West Evans, Florence, SC. Please note that applications will not be accepted by fax or email. All artists will be notified of the selection results by November 30, 2012.

Installation: April 2013

Submissions must be delivered to:

Florence Downtown Development Corporation

PO Box 467

Florence, SC 29503

Express/UPS delivery address:

Florence Downtown Development Corporation

218 West Evans St. Florence, SC 29501

For more information:

Ray Reich

Executive Director

Florence Downtown Development Corporation

843-678-5913

rreich@cityofflorence.com

Call to Artists & Performers from the Greater Lake City Artists' Guild

The Greater Lake City Artists' Guild will open its next show at the Artfields Gallery during the Candlelight Tour of Lake City on December 9, 2012. The theme will be "Cultivate and Celebrate Community." 

Call for artists: Please submit entries for this show via email or mail by November 17th. 2-D and 3-D work will be accepted. When submitting work, please send a digital image, the size of the work, medium, and a brief description.  Email submissions to greaterlakecityartistsguild@gmail.com.  Mail submissions to PO Box 96, Lake City, SC 29560.

Call for performers: The GLCAG is looking for several artists to perform during this event. Please email greaterlakecityartistsguild@gmail.com if you are interested in this opportunity. 

Call to Artists and Musicians from Artfields in Lake City

The next Artfields Gallery show will open during the Candlelight Tour of Lake City on December 9, 2012. The theme will be "Cultivate and Celebrate Community." 

Call for artists: Please submit entries for this show via email or mail by November 17th. 

Call for performers: Artfields is looking for several artists to perform during this event. Please email if greaterlakecityartistsguild@gmail.com you are interested in this opportunity. 

Also don't forget to email if you are interested in signing up for Artfields' first Open Studio Workshop: Mosaic Making with Sarah Helen Mishoe. Spots are filling up fast. Click here for more info. 

Call for Artwork: The Magic City Survey

The Dr. N. Lee Morris Gallery at the Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation Library in Florence announce a call to artists for the first semi-annual Magic City Survey. The juried art competition is open to all amateur and professional artists ages 16 and up. Artists must be a resident of the Pee Dee region. The theme for this year's contest is "Southern Impressions - Depictions of Life in the South" and will highlight the highest caliber of art relating to South Carolina. 

Artists may submit their work until September 30th and can download directions for submission here. You may also pick up entry forms and instructions from all branches of the Florence County Library System. There is no entry fee for the contest. For more information, please contact Hannah Davis at 843.292.7393.  

Call to Classical Musicians from the Florence Symphony Orchestra

Below is a message from Roger Malfatti, General Manager of the Florence Symphony Orchestra:

CALLING ALL CLASSICAL MUSICIANS!!

The Florence Symphony Orchestra is auditioning for new orchestra players for the 2012-2013 concert season. All player positions will be considered.

We will be auditioning players with an appointment starting Monday, August 13, 2012 at 4:30PM in the FMU Performing Arts Center.  If you are interested in becoming a symphony member call the symphony office at 843.661.2541 or email our personnel manager at MARKJACKSONFSO@GMAIL.COM for an appointment time. Please have a solo piece of your choosing prepared and sight reading will be provided.

Come play your part and entertain the crowd! We look forward to hearing from you!

Call to Artists: ArtFields in Lake City

ArtFields is a Celebration of Art and Agriculture!  It’s also a BIG art contest in a small town giving away HUGE cash prizes!!

The event itself will take place in Lake City on April 19-28, 2013.  Ultimately, ArtFields will bring together people and ideas for a 10-day series of events involving great music, food, fun and art!

ArtFields invites you to express your creativity and participate in this historic art event.  A call to artists has been issued to artists throughout 12 Southeastern states (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia). Artist registration will open December 6, 2012 and close January 15, 2013.  

The winners will be determined by a popular choice and juried panel votes.  The art contest and voting will take place from April 19-28, 2013 in Lake City.

Winners of our art contest will be awarded a total of $100,000 in cash prizes!

Check out the pop-up restaurants, grab a bite at the food trucks, dine under the stars or lunch among the daffodils.  You can do it all in Lake City during ArtFields.  Award-winning regional chefs will craft culinary delights from the bounty of our local farms.

Whether you would like to learn to two-step in the Pole Barn with a bluegrass band, or get your groove on at the Town Green concerts ( stay tuned for announcement of artists!), or clap your hands to sounds of a gospel choir, ArtFields will have something to please all ears!

Want to be a part of the action?  Your help is needed, whether on a sharing, teaching, attending or volunteering level.  For more information, contact ArtFields at info@artfieldssc.org.

ArtFields website is artfieldssc.org.  Registration and event information can be found there.  Pee Dee Arts will post all updated information about ArtFields as it is made available, so feel free to check back here.

Calls to Artists: Upcoming Events Seeking Artists & Vendors

Below is a list of upcoming events in the Carolinas which are seeking artists, crafters and vendors:


Flowertown Festival — Mar 30-Apr 1, 12 — Summerville, SC. 40th, 200M+ attend. Juried A&C only. Visit http://flowertownfestival.org for appli. Cl K. Taylor, 843-771-2934or eml KimT@SummervilleYMCA.org

Spring Into Arts Festival — May 12, 12 — Concord, NC. Well attended. Seeking a&c, juried arts festival, appl on www.concorddowntown.com or Cl (704) 784-4208.

Spring Herb & Plant Festival — Concord, NC — Apr 14, 12. 7th. Master Gardner event. Rain or Shine. Sking Vendors who have top quality items - gardening, enviromental or herb themed. Family Friendly Event. Contact Becky Lewis atbhlewis@cabarruscounty.us or Vicki Julian vickijo@ctc.net.

HILLarity Festival 2012 — Oct 19-20, 12 — Chester, SC. 21st, 15M attend. Vendor info/appli on website - www.chesterdowntown.org. 

St. Patrick's Festival — Mar 17, 12 – Emerald Isle, NC. 21st, 20M attend. Seeking a&c, hndmd only, St. Pat theme helps or Seascape. sanderson@emeraldisle-nc.org. Visitwww.emeraldisle-nc.org (downld appli).

Holiday Fair — Nov 29-Dec 1, 12 — Greenville, SC. 40th. Handmd gifts and items, top qual only, featured at Carolina First Center. 1,000s of Xmas shopprs at popular evnt. Contct for appl. Eml dwilson@carolinafirstcenter.com or visit holidayfairgreenville.com.

Farmville Dogwood Festival — Apr 27-29, 12 — Farmville, NC. 25th, 25M attend. Seeking hi-qual A&C. Commer & Fd Vendor spaces also avai. Cl (252) 753-5814 or emldogwoodfestival@farmville-nc.com. Visit www.farmville-nc.com for appli - look under 'Departments'

Blooming Arts Festival — Mar 23-24, 12 — Linden, TN. 4th. Visitwww.bloomingartsfestival.org for info/appli. Eml will.nunley@visionperry.com, (931) 589-3031

Sunrise Rotary & BB&T 4th of July Balloon Rally — Jul 3-5, 12 — Lexington, Va. 15th, wel attend. Family ent. Hot air & tethered balloon rides, music, food, a&c, children's games, Eleanore's market (gently used items for sale), Fireworks. Visitwww.sunriserotarylexva.org.

Cape Fear Wildlife Expo — Mar 16-18, 12 — Wilmington, NC. 4th, Wel attended. Seeking vends - Fishing, Hunting, Archery, Painting and special hndcrfted item Exhibitor, Artisan Vendors. Eml wc@capefearwildlifeexpo.com or visitwww.capefearwildlifeexpo.com

Down Home Festival — May 11-12, 12 — Bessemer City, NC. Seeking a&c, gen, no flea mkt. Food vend also. Cl (704) 833-0362 or eml janice@bessemercity.com. Visitwww.bessemercity.com for appli

Olde Towne Artisans' Fair — Apr 21-22, 12 — North Augusta, SC. 9th, wel attended. Juried show, visit www.colonialtimes.us for appli.
3M attend, active shopers. Fine Art show, well promoted
CL (803) 279-7560

Iris Festival — May 25-27, 12 — Sumter, SC. 72nd, 30M attend. Seeking a&c, hndmd only. Visit www.irisfestival.org for appl. 803-436-2640

Orangeburg Festival Of Roses — May 4-6, 12 — Orangeburg, SC. 39th, 35M attend. Sking hi qual a&c, not juried. Some specialty items. No flea mkt. Ltd intrnationl food vend only. Visit www.festivalofroses.com or eml chris@orangeburgsc.net or cl (803) 534-6821.

Village Fest — May 12, 12 — Kannapolis, NC. 32nd, 25M attend. Seeking a&c, hndmd only. Cl (704) 932-3808 lv msg ,or eml Ms. B. Drye, cea@ctc.net. Visitwww.cabarrusevents.org

New Midland Plaza Spring/Fall Arts & Crafts Show — Alcoa, TN — Spr-Apr, 12; Fall-Sep, 12. 30th+. Qual hndmd crts and orig art only. (DDlns: May 1, Spr/Sep 1 Fal) Demos welcm. Eml lheid@newmidlandplaza.com or cl (865) 983-9644 for info. Visitwww.newmidlandplaza.com

Blue Ridge Fest — May 11, 12 — Pickens, SC. 15th. Visit www.blueridge.coop/blueridgefest/

Pickens Azalea Festival — Pickens, SC — Apr 20-21, 12. 28th. Seeking a&c, handmd only. NO food vend. Eml info@pickenschamber.org or cl (864) 878-3258.

Va State Championship Chili Cookoff — May 5, 12 — Roanoke, VA. 32nd. 15M attend. Sanctioned evnt. Visit www.greenvale-school.org for info.

St. Stephen Catfish Festival — Mar 30-Apr 1, 12 — St. Stephen, SC. 20th. Seeking gen vends. cl (843) 567-3597 or eml J. Broome, jlbroome@hotmail.com

Come-See-Me Festival — Apr 12-21, 12 — Rock Hill, SC. 50th, 125M attend. Juried. BBQ. Visit www.comeseeme.org for appli/info. No retail/commer. Emlcomeseeme@comporium.net

Under The Oaks Arts Festival — Jun 20-21, 12 — Corolla, NC. 11th. Over 100 quali artists - all mediums. Juried. Ddln Apr15. Visit www.whaleheadclub.org for info/appli. Eml events@whaleheadclub.com

Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Festival — Jun 1-2, 12 — Mt. Pleasant, SC. 8th. Seeking vends, Gullahgeeche desired. food, a&c - esp basketmking, all hndmd, NO mfg/flea mkt. Also performrs (cultural category). Visit www.sweetgrassfestival.org for info/appli.

Red Rose Festival —May 18-19, 12 — Lancaster, SC. 3rd. Wel promoted by City of Lancaster. Seeking a&c - juried arts area; gen a&c area also. Sking food vends also - all kinds. Appli/info at www.lancastercitysc.com. Cl (803) 286-1145.

Fort Lawn Spring Festival — Apr 21, 12 — Fort Lawn, SC. 5th. Seeking a&c, gen, good qual, no flea mkt. Food vends wel. Eml K. Moore, kmoore@fortlawncenter.com.

Freedom Festival — Jul 4, 12 — Jacksonville, NC. 29th, 15M atend. Emlcarol_trott@onslowcountync.gov.

Got To Be NC Festival — May 18-20, 12 — Raleigh, NC. 4th, 70M attend. Visitwww.gottobencfestival.com for info/appli.

Johnston Peach Blossom Festival — May 5, 12 — Johnston, SC. 29th, wl attended. Seeking a&c, gen, good qual. Food vends also. Sking amusement rides/parade entries. Ms. Debra Aston, astond@bellsouth.net

Edenton Music and Water Festival — Jun 1-2, 12 — Edenton, NC. Wel promoted. Visitwww.visitedenton.com/music-and-water-festival.html for info/appli.

Sparkleberry Country Fair — Apr 28, 12 — Columbia, SC. 17th, 20M attend. Visitwww.sparkleberryfair.com for info/appli.

Autumn Jubilee — Oct 6-7, 12 — Salisbury, NC. 33rd, 50M attend. Hndmd Only, juried. No food vend. At Dan Nicholas Park. Visit www.festivalinthepark.org for info, appli. Ms. P. Cornelison, cornelisop@co.rowan.nc.us

Mayberry Festival — Apr 20-21, 12 — Westminster, SC. 2nd. Very popular event. Visitwww.jneg.org, click on the badge. T. Rusk, ruskt@bellsouth.net

Safeway's National Capital BBQ — Jun 23-24, 12 — Washington, DC. 20th, 100M attend. NO a&c. Seeking Food Vends, BBQ, teams also; international food. Emlbbqpr@aol.com or visit www.bbqdc.com

Woodstock Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Festival — Mar 10, Woodstock, VA. 13th. Seeking a&c, vendors, crafters. No food vends. Visit www.scpr.info for appl/info.

Plumb Alley Day — May 26, 12 — Abingdon, VA. 29th, 10M attend. Seeking a&c, non-juried, good qual, no flea mkt. No food vend cls. jwhornsby@gmail.com. Visitwww.abingdonkiwanis.org for info/appli.

Sweet Dreams Festival — Jul 28, 12 — Stuarts Draft, VA. 9th, 5M attnd. Seeking a&c, hi qual only, no flea mkt. Biz area ok. Food vends also needed. Visitwww.co.augusta.va.us for info/appli.

Celebrate Freedom Festival — Apr 20-21, 12 — Columbia, SC. Info/appli at www.thecelebratefreedomfoundation.org. 12 ent - Marshall Tucker Band.

Hog on the Hill BBQ Cook Off — May 4-5, 12 — Chester, SC. SC BBQ Sanctioned - cookers visit www.chesterdowntown.org for info.

Nashville Blooming Festival — May 11-12, 12 — Nashville, NC. 16th, 20M attend. Visitwww.nashvillencchamber.org for info/appli.

Foothills Merry-Go-Round Festival — Apr 28-29, 12 — Shelby, NC. 22nd, wel attend. Visit www.cityofshelby.com/govt/dept_parks_rec/festival_info.php - Tricky to find but info/appl is there.

Carthage Buggy Festival — May 12, 12 — Carthage, NC. 22nd, 10M attend. For info/appli visit www.thebuggyfestival.com

Days At The Dock — Apr 28-29, 12 — Holden, NC. Wel attended. Back to 2 days. Visitwww.hbmerch.com/ for info/appli.

Grifton Shad Festival — Apr 20-22, 12 — Grifton, NC. 42nd, 10M attend. Visitgriftonshadfestival.com for info/appli.

GaribaldiFest — May 12, 12 — Belmont. 26th, 12M attend. Visit www.cityofbelmont.orgfor info/appli.

Cherry Blossom Festival — Apr 28, 12 — Cherryville, NC. 20th, 6M. Seeking a&c, hndmd and commer. No food vends. Contact Ms. D. Beam, (704) 435-3451 or emldbeam@cityofcherryville.com.