2012 Calendar

The CAA is always organizing and adding new exciting events and exhibitions to the yearly schedule, so be sure to check the calendar often! Click the month you'd like to see or simply scroll down.

January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December
FEBRUARY 11 - 26
FENIMORE QUILT CLUB SHOW
(In the Downstairs Galleries)
Sponsored by the Fenimore Quilt Club of Cooperstown. Both old and new quilts will be featured and some will even be for sale. Members of the Quilt Club will be present to demonstrate techniques and answer questions.
Read more about the Quilt Show.
MARCH 2
ARTIST SALES GALLERY OPENS...
(Downstairs)
Find the perfect gift in our artist sales gallery showcasing a unique variety of original work by local and regional member artists. Read more about the Artist Sales Gallery
Opening Reception: Friday, March 2nd 5-7pm.
MARCH 2 - 23
AN ARTISTIC DISCOVERY
(In Gallery A)
The Congressional Art Competition for Otsego County High School Students. Six students will go on to exhibit at Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute School of Art Gallery.
Read more about “An Artistic Discovery”.
Opening Reception: Friday, March 2nd 5-7pm.
MARCH 30 - APRIL 25
ROADS TO REALISM
(In Gallery A)
A four person exhibit featuring work by Charles Hartley, Sugwon Kang, Lawrence Mirarchi & Carol Saggese.
Opening Reception: Friday, March 30th 5-7pm.
MARCH 30 - APRIL 25
GO FIGURE!
(In Gallery B)
A group exhibit of sketches from our Monday Night Drawing Group!
Opening Reception: Friday, March 30th 5-7pm.
MAY 4 - 30
COOPERSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL EXHIBIT
(In Gallery C)
An exhibition of student work from the Cooperstown Central School.
Opening Reception: Friday, May 4th 5-7pm.
MAY 4 - JUNE 1
ESSENTIAL ART: REGIONAL JURIED ART SHOW
(In Gallery A)
A juried art show celebrating the talents of regional artists. This year’s jurors are Leila Durkin & Susan Hand. Read more about the Regional.
Opening Reception: Friday, May 4th 5-7pm. Awards 6pm.
MAY 4 - JUNE 1
RESIDUUM
(In Gallery B)
A two person show of photo-encaustic works by Mary Hafeli & Ann Lovett.
Opening Reception: Friday, May 4th 5-7pm. Awards 6pm.
JUNE 8 - 27
LEATHERSTOCKING BRUSH & PALETTE CLUB SHOW
(In Gallery C)
The annual fine art show of the Leatherstocking Brush & Palette Club featuring work by area artists in a multitude of styles.
Opening Reception: Friday, June 8th 5-7pm. Awards 6pm.
JUNE 8 - JULY 6
STARSCAPE
(In Gallery A)
A solo show of mosaics by Yulia Hanansen.
Opening Reception: Friday, June 8th 5-7pm.
JUNE 8 - JULY 6
BITE SIZED
(In Gallery B)
A group invitational exhibit of works in miniature.
Opening Reception: Friday, June 8th 5-7pm.
JULY 13 - AUGUST 17
77TH ANNUAL NATIONAL EXHIBITION
(In Galleries A, B & C)
A juried art show celebrating the talents of national artists. This year's juror is Anthony Reinemann. Read more about the National.
Preview Party: Friday, July 13th 5-7pm. Awards 6pm.
AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 21
MADE IN NEW YORK: STYLE & DECOR
(In Gallery A)
A fine craft invitational show exclusively for New York State artisans working in various media. Read more about Made in New York.
Opening Reception: Friday, August 24th 5-7pm.
AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 21
CHAD GROHMAN
(In Gallery B)
A solo show of work by Chad Grohman.
Opening Reception: Friday, August 24th 5-7pm.
SEPTEMBER 1 & 2
FINE ARTS ON THE LAWN
Labor Day Weekend: Saturday & Sunday
10:00 - 5:00pm
(On the Front Porch & Lawn of the CAA)
A fine art sale of member work. Read more about Fine Arts on the Lawn.
SEPTEMBER 28 - OCTOBER 13
LUCK OF THE DRAW
(In Gallery B)
Exhibit & fundraiser celebrating 80+ years of art at the CAA. Read more about Luck of the Draw.
Opening Reception: Friday, September 28th 5-7pm.
Final Ticket Drawing: Sunday, October 14th at 2pm.
SEPTEMBER 28 - OCTOBER 26
CENTRAL NEW YORK WATERCOLOR SOCIETY
(In Gallery A)
A group exhibit of work by members of the Central New York Watercolor Society.
Opening Reception: Friday, September 28th 5-7pm.
SEPTEMBER 28 - OCTOBER 26
ART TEACHERS OF OTSEGO COUNTY
(In Gallery C)
A group exhibit of work by both active and retired art teachers of Otsego County.
Opening Reception: Friday, September 28th 5-7pm.
OCTOBER 28
PUMPKIN GLOW
Sunday
6:00 - 7:00pm
(On the Front Porch & Lawn of the CAA)
Come drop off your carved and decorated pumpkins during the day and the CAA will add them to what will culminate in a “Pumpkin Glow” when the sun goes down. Read more about the Pumpkin Glow.
NOVEMBER 9 - DECEMBER 23
HOLIDAY MEMBER SHOW & SALE
(In Our Downstairs Galleries)
Work in the show is geared toward holiday gift giving and includes cards, ornaments, glass, sculpture, wood work, paintings, prints, photos, fiber arts, toys, furniture, pottery and much more! You must be a member to exhibit. Read more about the Holiday Member Show & Sale.
Opening Reception: Friday, November 9th 5-7pm.
NOVEMBER 24
ADORN-A-DOOR WREATH FESTIVAL
Saturday
10:00 - 4:30pm
(In Gallery C)
A silent auction of holiday wreaths donated by local artists, artisans and businesses. The festival is a great way to advertise your business and help support the CAA scholarship fund! Read more about Adorn-A-Door.