Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Pre-Walk Reception Held at Bully's Restaurant


The Art on the Bluffs Committee held a cake and champagne reception at Bully's restaurant Friday evening. The event was well attended by artists, sponsors, committee members, volunteers and city council members. A video showcasing last years event was presented at the reception as well. Committee Board Members Carol Fetcho welcomed the guests and thanked everyone for their support of the art walk. Lauren Nobbe prepares to speak about a video created when applying for an award this past fall. The Art on the Bluffs Art Walk is competing with other similar events throughout the state of Illinois for an award highlighting organizations that are very involved with their community. The announcement of the award will be made October 12th in Springfield.


































Art on the Bluffs Announces Winners!

Thank you to all of our participants on a job well done!

Over 300 votes were cast in this years People's Choice contest. Each recipient received a 25.00 gift certificate from Michael's art supply store. The winners are:

High School - Eddie Schorn, Gibault

Middle School - Ashley Myers, Columbia

Elementary - Madison Schoellhorn, ICS

Adult - Blanche Jessen, Columbia Convalescent Center

Scarecrow winners were:

1st place (75.00) - Dorothy & Dennis Vasquez for Headless Horseman

2nd place (50.00) - Hannah Gibson & Mary Boser for Fortune Teller

3rd place (25.00) - Courtney Steibel/Sam Smith/Allie Terveer for Cookie Monster


Honorable Mention (10.00 Gift certificate to art store) - Liam McGonigle for Scream