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Lois & Richard Rosenthal Center
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Cincinnati, OH 45202

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October 2021 Events

Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat.

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6

4:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

06 October
2021

Wednesday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

7

10:30 AM

Art Play Hike: Fleischmann Gardens

07 October
2021

Thursday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Art Play Hike: Fleischmann Gardens

Art Play Hike: Fleischmann Gardens

4:00 PM

Young Adult Lab: Closet Cleanout

07 October
2021

Thursday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Young Adult Lab: Closet Cleanout

Young Adult Lab: Closet Cleanout

8

4:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

08 October
2021

Friday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

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12

2:30 PM

Art Supply Drive Thru

12 October
2021

Tuesday
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Art Supply Drive Thru

Art Supply Drive Thru

13

4:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

13 October
2021

Wednesday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

14

10:30 AM

Thursday Art Play: Camp Out

14 October
2021

Thursday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Thursday Art Play: Camp Out

4:00 PM

Young Adult Lab: Slime Time

14 October
2021

Thursday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Young Adult Lab: Slime Time

Young Adult Lab: Slime Time

5:00 PM

CO-LAB: A Queen's Liberation Story

14 October
2021

Thursday
5:00 PM

CO-LAB: A Queen's Liberation Story

CO-LAB: A Queen's Liberation Story

5:00 PM

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

14 October
2021

Thursday
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

15

4:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

15 October
2021

Friday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

6:00 PM

Let 'im Move You: Intervention

15 October
2021

Friday
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Let 'im Move You: Intervention

16

6:00 PM

Let 'im Move You: Intervention

16 October
2021

Saturday
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Let 'im Move You: Intervention

17

6:00 PM

Let 'im Move You: Intervention

17 October
2021

Sunday
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Let 'im Move You: Intervention

Let 'im Move You: Intervention

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20

11:00 AM

Homeschool Wednesday: Weston Gallery Field Trip

20 October
2021

Wednesday
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Homeschool Wednesday: Weston Gallery Field Trip

Homeschool Wednesday: Weston Gallery Field Trip

4:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

20 October
2021

Wednesday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

21

10:30 AM

Thursday Art Play: Tinker Trays

21 October
2021

Thursday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Thursday Art Play: Tinker Trays

Thursday Art Play: Tinker Trays

4:00 PM

Young Adult Lab: Creative Table

21 October
2021

Thursday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Young Adult Lab: Creative Table

Young Adult Lab: Creative Table

5:00 PM

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

21 October
2021

Thursday
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

22

4:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

22 October
2021

Friday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

23

10:00 AM

Educator Workshop: Current Events and the Art Classroom

23 October
2021

Saturday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Educator Workshop: Current Events and the Art Classroom

Educator Workshop: Current Events and the Art Classroom

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27

4:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

27 October
2021

Wednesday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

28

10:30 AM

Thursday Art Play: Halloween Party

28 October
2021

Thursday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Thursday Art Play: Halloween Party

Thursday Art Play: Halloween Party

4:00 PM

Young Adult Lab: Zombie Dolls

28 October
2021

Thursday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Young Adult Lab: Zombie Dolls

Young Adult Lab: Zombie Dolls

5:00 PM

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

28 October
2021

Thursday
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

29

4:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

29 October
2021

Friday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

30

12:00 PM

Family Festival: The Nature of It

30 October
2021

Saturday
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Family Festival: The Nature of It

Family Festival: The Nature of It

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October 2021 Events

06 October
2021

Wednesday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Marin Emanuel is a Cincinnati-native multimedia creator. An unyielding passion for the planet pulled the artist towards a practice guided by environmental imperatives. By incorporating material sustainability, scientific studies, and nature-sourced imagery, her work aims to instill viewers with reverence for the natural world. Through her residency, Emanuel hopes to enliven...

07 October
2021

Thursday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Art Play Hike: Fleischmann Gardens

Art Play Hike: Fleischmann Gardens

Art Play Hike is an outdoor series in partnership with the Cincinnati Parks. Join us this month as we explore Fleischmann Gardens, take part in hands-on art making and try out some kid-friendly yoga poses. Bundle up! These monthly hikes will take place rain or shine. Come explore the great outdoors...

07 October
2021

Thursday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Young Adult Lab: Closet Cleanout

Young Adult Lab: Closet Cleanout

The CAC Art Lab is moving floors, and we need your help with the cleanout process! Join us this Thursday in the Art Lab for Young Adult Lab, a free drop-in art making program for young adults. Everything must go, and we are providing the supplies for all of your...

08 October
2021

Friday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Marin Emanuel is a Cincinnati-native multimedia creator. An unyielding passion for the planet pulled the artist towards a practice guided by environmental imperatives. By incorporating material sustainability, scientific studies, and nature-sourced imagery, her work aims to instill viewers with reverence for the natural world. Through her residency, Emanuel hopes to enliven...

12 October
2021

Tuesday
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Art Supply Drive Thru

Art Supply Drive Thru

The CAC is hosting an epic art supply sidewalk "sale" filled with free materials for teachers and creatives. We've been cleaning out our education closest and now have loads of lightly used items looking for a good home. The education team will be setting up shop on the CAC sidewalk from...

13 October
2021

Wednesday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Marin Emanuel is a Cincinnati-native multimedia creator. An unyielding passion for the planet pulled the artist towards a practice guided by environmental imperatives. By incorporating material sustainability, scientific studies, and nature-sourced imagery, her work aims to instill viewers with reverence for the natural world. Through her residency, Emanuel hopes to enliven...

14 October
2021

Thursday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Thursday Art Play: Camp Out

Join us Thursday mornings for creative playtime at Washington Park's Porch. This family program uses hands-on art making activities and yoga to excite and educate our youngest visitors. Let’s embrace Fall with a camp out themed Art Play. We’ll pitch a tent on the porch, create a night sky collage,...

14 October
2021

Thursday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Young Adult Lab: Slime Time

Young Adult Lab: Slime Time

It is officially Spooky Season and the CAC is celebrating with a night of slime. Stop by the Art Lab for a free drop-in art making program for young adults. Join us as we create, paint and explore the art of slime. All art supplies will be provided by the...

14 October
2021

Thursday
5:00 PM

CO-LAB: A Queen's Liberation Story

CO-LAB: A Queen's Liberation Story

Co-Lab: A Queen’s Liberation Story is a collaborative performance and programming series taking place at the Contemporary Arts Center. This Co-LAB program is generously supported by ArtsWave. Jori An Cotton and Desirae “The Silent Poet” Hosley will collaborate as writers/ directors to produce A Queens’ Liberation Story. A Queen’s Liberation Story will...

14 October
2021

Thursday
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

Register Here Co-Lab: A Queen’s Liberation Story is a collaborative performance and programming series taking place at the Contemporary Arts Center. This Co-LAB program is generously supported by ArtsWave. Jori An Cotton and Desirae “The Silent Poet” Hosley will collaborate as writers/ directors to produce A Queen's Liberation Story. A Queen’s Liberation...

15 October
2021

Friday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Marin Emanuel is a Cincinnati-native multimedia creator. An unyielding passion for the planet pulled the artist towards a practice guided by environmental imperatives. By incorporating material sustainability, scientific studies, and nature-sourced imagery, her work aims to instill viewers with reverence for the natural world. Through her residency, Emanuel hopes to enliven...

15 October
2021

Friday
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Let 'im Move You: Intervention

**TO ENCOUNTER THE PERFORMANCE** For Friday night, meet at Bunker Alley and E 12th Street at 6PM. The performance will meet you at this location and proceed through the neighborhood. It will end at 7PM close to the point of origin. PRICE Free / CAC box office representatives will be taking (pay what...

16 October
2021

Saturday
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Let 'im Move You: Intervention

**TO ENCOUNTER THIS EVENING'S PERFORMANCE** Meet at St. Francis Seraph School (Vine and Liberty Streets) at 6PM. The performance will meet you there, and proceed through the neighborhood. It will end at 7PM close to the point of origin. PRICE Free / CAC box office representatives will be taking (pay what you can)...

17 October
2021

Sunday
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Let 'im Move You: Intervention

Let 'im Move You: Intervention

**TO ENCOUNTER THIS EVENING'S PERFORMANCE** Meet at Bunker Alley and E 12th Street at 6PM. The performance will meet you there, and proceed through the neighborhood. It will end at 7PM close to the point of origin. PRICE Free / CAC box office representatives will be taking (pay what you can) donations at...

20 October
2021

Wednesday
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Homeschool Wednesday: Weston Gallery Field Trip

Homeschool Wednesday: Weston Gallery Field Trip

Join us for a special field trip addition of the CAC’s Homeschool Wednesday program. We’ll be meeting in the CAC lobby and taking a short walk over to the Weston Art Gallery to learn about the exhibition Tidal Pull. Following the private tour, we’ll head back to the CAC for...

20 October
2021

Wednesday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Marin Emanuel is a Cincinnati-native multimedia creator. An unyielding passion for the planet pulled the artist towards a practice guided by environmental imperatives. By incorporating material sustainability, scientific studies, and nature-sourced imagery, her work aims to instill viewers with reverence for the natural world. Through her residency, Emanuel hopes to enliven...

21 October
2021

Thursday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Thursday Art Play: Tinker Trays

Thursday Art Play: Tinker Trays

Join us Thursday mornings for creative playtime at Washington Park's Porch. This family program uses hands-on art making activities and yoga to excite and educate our youngest visitors. Sometimes experimenting is the best part about art. It’s fun to make, explore, fail and try again. Pick up a tinker tray...

21 October
2021

Thursday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Young Adult Lab: Creative Table

Young Adult Lab: Creative Table

Join us around the table for a conversation about pursuing artistic passions, education, and careers. Creative Table provides young adults access to a monthly panel of creative professionals offering their recipes for success for a career in the arts. Each month will have a new theme and participants ready to...

21 October
2021

Thursday
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

Register Here Co-Lab: A Queen’s Liberation Story is a collaborative performance and programming series taking place at the Contemporary Arts Center. The Co-LAB program is generously supported by ArtsWave. Jori An Cotton and Desirae “The Silent Poet” Hosley will collaborate as writers/ directors to produce A Queen's Liberation Story. A Queen’s Liberation...

22 October
2021

Friday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Marin Emanuel is a Cincinnati-native multimedia creator. An unyielding passion for the planet pulled the artist towards a practice guided by environmental imperatives. By incorporating material sustainability, scientific studies, and nature-sourced imagery, her work aims to instill viewers with reverence for the natural world. Through her residency, Emanuel hopes to enliven...

23 October
2021

Saturday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Educator Workshop: Current Events and the Art Classroom

Educator Workshop: Current Events and the Art Classroom

Learn about our two recent exhibitions, Grave/Grove by Sreshta Rit Premnath and A Letter Inside a Letter by Marwa Arsanios, and discuss how to incorporate current events into your lesson planning. This educator workshop will be held on Google Meet! To reserve your spot, please email Sarah Rodriguez.

27 October
2021

Wednesday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Marin Emanuel is a Cincinnati-native multimedia creator. An unyielding passion for the planet pulled the artist towards a practice guided by environmental imperatives. By incorporating material sustainability, scientific studies, and nature-sourced imagery, her work aims to instill viewers with reverence for the natural world. Through her residency, Emanuel hopes to enliven...

28 October
2021

Thursday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Thursday Art Play: Halloween Party

Thursday Art Play: Halloween Party

Join us for a super spooky Halloween-themed Art Play! Costumes are welcome as we create art inspired by this eerie day. Stop by the Washington Park Porch to create some “scary” artwork, then take part in a mini costume parade around the park for all our decked out little ones....

28 October
2021

Thursday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Young Adult Lab: Zombie Dolls

Young Adult Lab: Zombie Dolls

Join us every Thursday in the CAC Art Lab for Young Adult Lab, a free drop-in art making program for young adults! This Halloween we will be carving out good times with zombie barbie dolls (the more blood and guts the better). Costumes are encouraged. Supplies and snacks will be...

28 October
2021

Thursday
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

Workshops: A Queen's Liberation Story

Register Here Co-Lab: A Queen’s Liberation Story is a collaborative performance and programming series taking place at the Contemporary Arts Center. Jori An Cotton and Desirae “The Silent Poet” Hosley will collaborate as writers/ directors to produce A Queen's Liberation Story. A Queen’s Liberation Story will give black and brown women/womxn a...

29 October
2021

Friday
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Artist in Residence: Marin Emanuel

Marin Emanuel is a Cincinnati-native multimedia creator. An unyielding passion for the planet pulled the artist towards a practice guided by environmental imperatives. By incorporating material sustainability, scientific studies, and nature-sourced imagery, her work aims to instill viewers with reverence for the natural world. Through her residency, Emanuel hopes to enliven...

30 October
2021

Saturday
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Family Festival: The Nature of It

Family Festival: The Nature of It

Visit the CAC’s lobby for a nature themed family festival. Join us as we use art to explore the helpful habits of plants, animals and insects. Discover how growing weeds can be good for your garden and help bees and butterflies pollinate. Join us as we decorate and plant a...

On-Going Events

Through
27 February
2022

Sreshta Rit Premnath: Grave/Grove

Sreshta Rit Premnath: Grave/Grove

For his solo exhibition at the CAC, Premnath explores how shared spaces of growth and care, such as community gardens or nurseries, can be embedded within dehumanizing spaces of control or discipline.

Through
27 February
2022

Marwa Arsanios: A Letter Inside a Letter

Marwa Arsanios: A Letter Inside a Letter

Arsanios’ four-part film series contrasts frameworks of ownership, extraction, and accumulation, with ideas associated with feminism, collectivism, and grassroots revolt.

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