Jasper Community Arts announces its fifteenth annual Chalk Walk Arts Festival, Saturday, June 2nd, on the Square in downtown Jasper, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Rain date: Saturday, June 9th). Spend the day exploring the world of art at this family-friendly event chock-full of creative and fun activities for the young and the young-at-heart. You don’t need to have the skills of a professional artist, just a desire for fun.
Transform Jasper’s downtown sidewalks into a colorful mural! Be inspired by the works of regional and local artists as they create sidewalk art in the tradition of European 16th Century “street paintings.” High school students and clubs sport a little friendly competition with some awesome group projects. JCA’s Chalk Walk Arts Festival offers a variety of hands-on activities for children which are all part of the registration fee. Food and beverage booths with benefits going to local non-profits help keep you energized.
Plan to browse the Arts Market, featuring the unique talents of regional artists and crafters in a variety of mediums. From jewelry and pottery to textiles and more, it’s a great place to find a unique gift! Register by Monday, May 14th to receive a carry bag filled with goodies including a box of sidewalk chalk and a free T-shirt for only $12. Registrations received after May 14th will not include a free T-shirt but those may be ordered for an additional $8 while supplies last. Chalk Walk forms were distributed to local schools in March. Sign-up online at jasperarts.corsizio.com, download forms from our website: www.jasperarts.org, or pick up a form in person at the Jasper Arts Center.
Volunteers age sixteen and older who wish to help should call either Corina Mack or Emily Peak at 812-482-3070. Volunteers and service groups are needed to help with set up, registration, craft booths, and clean up Vendors for the Arts Market, non-profit groups (DI Teams, Scout Troops, Church groups, etc.) for Food booths, and Community Service booths are still being accepted. More details may be found at www.jasperarts.org.
For additional information please call the Event Coordinator, Corina Mack, at 812-482-3070. The annual Chalk Walk Arts Festival is supported by the Greater Jasper Downtown Business Association and Papa John’s Pizza, as well as many other local businesses and individuals. Additional information about the Chalk Walk Arts Festival and pictures from last year can also be found at www.jasperarts.org.
Jasper Community Arts is a department of the City of Jasper. Additional support is provided by the Dubois County Community Foundation, Friends of the Arts, Inc., Indiana Arts Commission, Vanderburgh County Community Foundation, and the National Endowment for the Arts. It is also a Kennedy Center Partner in Education and provides arts education programming to local schools.
