Contact:  Sheri Bestor
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Email:sherib@northshoreacademyofthearts.org
 

The NSAA Arts Mill announces “AT THE H-ART OF GIVING”.

Celebrate wellness and the arts by 2 local organizations, North Shore Academy of the Arts and Unified Body Wellness Institute, for an evening of fine dining, sample wellness experiences and wonderful holiday shopping!

This event will take place on Wednesday, November 9th, 2011 from 5:30-9pm.

(Grafton, WI)  The NSAA Arts Mill in Grafton (1300 14th Avenue, Grafton, WI 53024) is pleased to announce a special event featuring fine dining & holiday shopping.  “At the H-ART of Giving” is an event featuring an organic vegetarian meal. Dinner is $25/per person.

Schedule of Events:
•5:30-6pm: Relax with complimentary sample experiences of massage and reiki.
•6-7:30pm: Sit and enjoy a vegetarian meal and cash, organic wine & refreshment bar with peaceful, live music.
•7:30-9pm: Complete your holiday shopping with locally-made and fair-trade gift items, wellness gift certificates and raffles.
•Browse and shop for art work created by professional, local artists in the Arts Mill Boutique and Gallery.
 

To reserve your space, call:
NSAA @ 262.377.3514 or register online www.northshoreacademyoftgearts.org
(please specify any dietary needs when you purchase your ticket)

Don’t miss this special evening to prepare for the holidays while supporting organizations whose missions are to educate and serve the community in wellness and the arts. If you can’t attend the dinner but would like to shop, it will be opening to the public at 8pm.

The North Shore Academy of the Arts is a Wisconsin not-for-profit organization dedicated to offering high caliber opportunities in the performing, visual and
literary arts to all ages. To learn more about this organization, visit them on-line at: http://northshoreacademyofthearts.com/
 

Unified Body Wellness Institute, Inc. is dedicated to inspiring individuals and communities through educational and wellness programming.  For more information on this organization, visit them on-line at: http://www.ubwellinstitute.org/

For more information on NSAA’s Arts Mill , check out our website at:
http://www.theartsmill.org

If you would like more information on this event, or to schedule an interview with Sheri Bestor, please email her at sherib@northshoreacademyofthearts.org.

Located in the beautiful historic Arts Mill Gallery on the river

Relieve stress and relax, gain strength and flexibility on a new level, and achieve overall balance for well-being. This practice is designed to balance the body, focus the mind and recharge the spirit, unifying body, mind and breath. Each class consists of gentle movements, classical asanas and breathing exercises to foster the creative energy within.

Instructor: Sheri Bestor. Balancing Arts, working in cooperation with NSAA.

Time/Days: Wednesdays 6:00-7:15pm. March 30, April  6, 13th

Cost: $13 drop in, Series Pass- $30 if you pre-register  for the series of three classes

Located at 1300, 14th Ave. Grafton Wisconsin in the Arts Mill. The North Building on the Third Floor.

To Register call: North Shore Academy of the Arts, Inc. 262.377.3514

Or register online at www.northshoreacademyofthearts.org

For more information visit: www.balancingarts.net

Also available: Private and small group classes. Yoga therapy for those on the autism spectrum. Reiki.  Contact Sheri-262.719.4633 with any questions or to schedule a session.

Coming Soon: Unified Body Method™ Classes taught by Erik Knuth

Unified Body Method™, both a preventative practice and healing technique, is based on specific sequences of movement that assist in developing subtle awareness of the balance between body, breath and mind. With this complete awareness we focus on awakening the solar plexus, releasing contractions and regulating muscle tone. The gentle sequences are designed to introduce a broader range of neuro-pathways, increasing the intelligence of the body-mind connection. The Unified Body Method™ enables us to remain in sync with the laws of nature, eliminating duality so that we may live synergistically within our universe.

 
Disney’s 101 Dalmatians will begin 4/25.  If you sign up early online, you receive a discount.  Here is the link to register.   

http://northshoreacademyofthearts.com/online-registration/jr-stagekids-101-dalmations/

Jr. Stagekids “101 Dalmations!” SPRING

Jr. Stagekids Production DISNEY’s “101 Dalmations!”

Target age: 6 to 11 years old
For those children who love to act, sing, and dance…this class is for you! Make friends and build self-confidence while learning to deliver lines, act in character, sing and perform choreographed moves!  PLEASE REGISTER EARLY!  Our Jr. Shows fill quickly!  No refunds after registered. Contact angelam@northshoreacademyofthearts.org with questions.  Limited Class Size.

Instructor: Angela Mack and Jr. Stagekids Crew

Time/Days:  4:30 to 7:00 pm  Mondays  4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, mandatory dress rehearsal 5/23, 5pm show at NSAA on 5/31

Early Registration Fee: $100                                Fee: $110
Program: 220

For Immediate Release

December 27, 2010   

Contact: Sheri Bestor  Cell:  262.719.4633                              

Arts Mill in downtown Grafton secures initial funding; Construction Underway Soon.

The “Arts Mill” in downtown Grafton to transform the Grafton Mill building into a vibrant community for artists, performers and residents of the north shore communities. 

•  The new “Arts Mill”  created by the North Shore Academy of the Arts will help make downtown Grafton a tourist and entertainment destination.
• The one-of-a-kind Arts Mill to include studio space for 20 artists, a boutique, gallery and banquet space.
• Kapco to provide lead $10,000 gift and up to $5,000 in matching funds.
• Community members are encouraged to contribute now so that the $5,000 match can be secured.
• The historic building will receive many upgrades that will transform the space into a vibrant arts community. 

(Grafton, WI) The New Year will be an exciting start to North Shore Academy of the Arts’ second decade of offering Southeastern Wisconsin programming and opportunities in the visual, performing and literary arts. 

WIth the expansion of the soon to be opening “Arts Mill” NSAA is striving to become the hub of arts in Grafton.  

“Moving into the historical Grafton Mill is like coming back home,” said Sheri Bestor, Founder and President of NSAA. “We began there with three small rooms ten years ago and now we’ll be occupying the second and a portion of the third floor.”  

“We have many artists who have already committed to occupying studio space with us. The high talent and variety of mediums will be an asset to the project,” said Paula Christensen, Director of NSAA’s Studios and Gallery. “I’m confident that we can fill all our spaces once we’ve committed to the upgrades.”

To make the space the perfect location for art studios and a gallery, there are several updates that need to take place before the move can happen.  That’s where the community comes in, lead by Kapco. 

“We’ve always been able to count on Jim Kacmarcik and the Kapco team to support our endeavors in the arts for our community.  Neil Willenson, the Vice President of  Community Relations at Kapco, has secured a generous,” said Bestor. 

“Kapco is pleased to be the lead contributor to the exciting Arts Mill project.  We have always admired the vision of NSAA Founder Sheri Bestor and have partnered with this fine organization for many years.   We know our funds will be utilized to transform the Grafton Mill building into a vibrant center for the visual and performing arts.  To encourage community participation in this important endeavor, In addition to our $10,000 lead gift,  Kapco will also match up to $5,000 in contributions received prior to spring 2011.     We are hopeful that the entire community will embrace what will soon become a one of a kind artistic and entertainment destination,” said Jim Kacmarcik, President of Kapco Metal Stamping.

 NSAA  envisions this project to be a community wide endeavor.

“We are working to make this building and what is within, a pride of Ozaukee County. The public will now be able to enjoy live artists working, be able to shop for high quality unique gift items. purchase art work, enjoy the special events held in the gallery, all while appreciating the amazing views and charm of the old building.  Our plans include making sitting areas near the river, and hopefully working with the village to expand the river walk.”

 ”We’d like the public to be able to be a part of this excitement.  So give us a call and we’ll give you a paint brush. We guarantee your contributions will be appreciated and you’ll have made a difference in what will become a long lasting special place for community members,” said Christensen.  

But that’s not all NSAA will appreciate. Make a donation, any size, and help NSAA reach their goal of raising $5,000 that will be matched by Kapco. 

“We’ve had only positive feedback about the project. We appreciate, already, all of the support and donations that have been coming in,” said Bestor. 

The public is encouraged to donate to the project by: visiting our website, www.northshoreacademyofthearts.org, or mailing the donation to: nsaa, 1111 Broad Street, Grafton WI 53024 

Artists interested in renting studio space: Paula, at paulac@northshoreacademyofthearts.org 

Artisans interested in selling their products in the store can contact: Adria, at adriaw@northshoreacademyofthearts.org

For more information (website) www.northshoreacademyofthearts.org 

About NSAA:  North Shore Academy of the Arts is a not-for-profit 501c3 organization offering quality opportunities in the visual, performing and literary arts to all ages.

Here we go!   One decade down.  Many more to go!  2011 will mark our next decade of providing visual, literary and performing arts opportunities for all ages.   For 10 years we have provided the Southeastern WI communities with quality programming.  Here is a peek at our newest offerings. 

Announcing our Winter Spring Program and Events Guide

“Growing Strong” photo courtesy of Angela Mack (c) 11/10.  May not be used without permission.

Come and hear these talented local GLEEKS sing their hearts out on Monday November 15 at 7pm!  This event is free and open to the public.   WATCH NEW “Take a Bow” VIDEO!

The teen GLEEKS are students ranging from Mequon to Fredonia.

What Message Could a Wisconsin Teen Possibly Convey?

13 year old Stephanie Brill from Cedarburg, WI is SUPER excited to be releasing her first CD.    HEARTBROKEN JOKER is scheduled to be released at the beginning of November 2010. 

Stephanie has been working with NSAA instructor Angela Mack for several years on piano theory and songwriting.  The 10 original songs on this album are the hard work of several months of brainstorming, editing, composing and writing.   Eric Swanson of Grafton is packaging it all together as a final product.

The album contains a great combination of songs that are humorous, meaningful, instrumental, individual and societal.  Stephanie’s lyrics are highly unique, poetic and visual.  The piano accompaniment is equally and uniquely creative. 

Stephanie will be playing some of her piano instrumental music live at the Paramount Grille and Bakehouse in Grafton on Oct. 15 around 7pm.   Please stop by to see what the buzz about this young teen is about!

Stay tuned for more updates on this talented teen from Cedarburg, WI!

Many of our private music instructors use a student-centered approach.  Lessons are geared to fit the individual’s learning style, personal goals and skill level.  Students are inspired to love and enjoy making music resulting in a lifetime of satisfaction.  Our private students range from 3 to 103.    Many have gone on to do substantial things in the performing arts industry.  Email info@northshoreacademyofthearts.org for private music lesson information.

North Shore Academy of the Arts, Inc. and InWellness will be teaming up for a GRAND OPENING EVENT in Milwaukee’s Third Ward.  Please join us on Sunday Oct. 17th from noon to 4:30 at Milwaukee Public Market.  See attached flyer for details.