2020 Events
Winter Photo Contest - February 29th
Call for Entries click here Registration form: click here
Winners List: list to come
Fair Haven's Suffragettes
Hear about our visit from
Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Wednesday, February 5th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
At the home of Virginia McKnight, Fair Haven's only female mayor
(now the Fair Haven Arts Center)
We are delighted that Robert Kolsters will be starting up some more history discussions this month - and that he will be devoting his first session to a discussion of the Suffragette movement in Sterling. His first session will be next Wednesday, Feb 5 from 2-4 pm. Come hear about the visit Susan B. Anthony made to Sterling and the role of some of the local women in the movement. It promises to be a lively discussion! A History Discussion open to all.
Susan B. Anthony Reading Presented by Dorothy Cooper
February 29th 2 pm
the Fair Haven Arts Center
Did you know that February 2020 marks the 200th year anniversary of Susan B. Anthony's birth and 2020 also marks the 100th anniversary of women getting the right to vote? Quite a year!
But you probably don't know the story behind the passage of the 19th amendment and the role the women of Sterling and upstate NY played in making that happen. We at the Arts Center are about to bring that to life, On February 29, we will be presenting a dramatic reading of letters between Susan B and Elizabeth Cady Stanton and others -- brought to us by one of our members, Dorothy Cooper, who previously was docent of the Susan B. Anthony House in Rochester. She has performed this "play" in various locations and we are delighted to be able to offer it here. If you are interested in participating in the performance, please join us Thursday, February 6 at 11:00 am at the Arts Center.
PAST EVENTS:
Holiday Arts & Crafts Expo - 11/29 - 12/8
Gallery Hours Daily 10-4 p.m.
Members only Art Sale
Shop local this holiday season! The Artists of the Fair Haven Arts Center will be selling their unique handmade items for an entire week starting on Black Friday! Fine Art, jewelry, crafts, ornaments, holiday cards & more! There is no entry fee, however, participants are required to gallery sit at least one day the show is open (hours from 10- 4 pm every day the show is running). If you are interested please leave a message at the art center 315 947-2144 or email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com. If you are interested but not yet a member, now is a good time to join! See membership tab for downloadable membership form.
Leaf Peeper Trail and Sterling Art Show Weekend - October 19-20, 2019
2019 Sterling Art Show & Sale
The Sterling Art Show is part of the Leaf Peeper Trail Weekend. It is an art competition and sale showcasing local area amateur and professional artists from the greater Sterling Area. There will be three venues:
- Fair Haven Arts Center: Drawing, Watercolor, Mixed Media, Oil & Acrylics
- Sterling Town Hall: Sculpture, Photography & Fine Crafts
- OnePhoto Gallery: Youth Exhibit (Grades: K-5, 6-8, 9-12)
GALLERY HOURS: Sat, Oct 19 10-5 pm Sun, Oct 20 10-4 pm
Meet the Artists Reception
A Meet the Artists Reception will be held on Sunday, October 20th from 4:00-5:30 p.m. at the Fair Haven Arts Center. All are welcome; light refreshments will be available.
ART DROP-OFF
Drop off Artwork on Wed Oct 16th or Thurs Oct 17th, depending on category. See below:
Category Location Drop off day/times
Wed Thurs
Drawing/Pastel, Watercolor, Mixed Media Fair Haven Art Center 4-6 pm or 12-2 pm
Oils and Acrylics Fair Haven Art Center 4-6 pm or 12-2 pm
Photography, Sculpture, and Fine Crafts Sterling Town Hall 12-6 pm
Youth onePhoto Gallery 4-6 pm
ART PICK-UP
Sunday, October 20 from 5:30– 6:30 PM at the place of drop off.
The complete 2019 Winners List Click to download list
Leaf Peeper Tour
Experience our natural beauty, shop our unique stores, sample our local products and view our artists' work.
Visit all the stops on the Trail and be eligible to win the Trail Gift Basket full of gifts from each participating location. Punch cards available at any of the participating locations.
Participating vendors:
ONTARIO ORCHARDS FARM MARKET 7735 State Route 104, Southwest Oswego
STERLING TOWN HALL 1290 State Route 104A, Sterling
FIREFLY STUDIO GALLERY 1103 Old State Road, Sterling
CHILLSON’S ANTIQUES 1063 Old State Road, Sterling
DOC GALLERY 584 Main Street, Fair Haven
FRONT PORCH GIFT SHOP 578 Main Street, Fair Haven
SOUTH SHORE ARTISANS 567 Main Street, Fair Haven
HARDWARE CAFÉ & GENERAL STORE 566 Main Street, Fair Haven
FAIR HAVEN ARTS CENTER 562 Main Street, Fair Haven
STERLING CIDERY 14451 Richmond Ave., Fair Haven
OnePhoto Gallery 567 Main Street, Fair Haven
FLY-BY-NIGHT COOKIE CO. 14508 Fancher Ave., Fair Haven
COLLOCA ESTATE WINERY 14678 West Bay Rd., Fair Haven
The Leaf Peeper Trail Gift Basket winner: Kitty Dates
Heartbeat Art Show & Sale - 9/7 - 9/15
Theme of people and animals
Closing Reception Sunday, September 15 3-5 p.m.
Gallery Hours Sat & Sun 11-3 p.m. (possibly weekdays 12-2 if we get volunteers)
People’s Choice awarded Sun 9/15 during reception
Drop Off: Wednesday, September 4th 4-6 pm
Pick up: Sunday, September 15th 5-6 pm
Registration Form: click for form
For additional information, email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com or leave a message for Kristl Spalding at 315-947-2144.
NEW: Artist Bios: As an additional member benefit, we would like to feature artist bios. If you are a member and are interested in letting us help to market your work, please submit a picture and bio via email to fairhavenart@gmail.com
Fair Haven's Got Talent Show - Friday, August 16
Starts at 6:30 p.m.
We are looking for all types of performers -- singers, musicians, actors, stand-up comedians. If you have questions, or are interested in participating, please contact us by August 9 at fairhavenart@gmail.com or contact Hannah Abrams at 315 402-0467. The show will be held on the deck of the Arts Center on Friday, August 16 - starting at 6:30.
Just for Kids Art Show - Sunday, August 18
Gallery Hours 12 - 5 pm
Reception at 12 pm
Lake Effect Art Show & Sale - 8/2 - 8/11
Theme of Water and Lake Ontario
Gallery Hours Sat & Sun 11-3 p.m.
Reception, Friday August 2nd from 5-7 pm
The Art show includes artwork and writing with themes of water & Lake Ontario. .
Local author, Susan Gateley will be doing a book signing at our opening reception for her new book, set on Lake Ontario,
Drop-Off and Entry Fee
An entry fee of $5 for each work of art is required. Fee for current FHAC Members is $5/entry or $10 per 3 entries There is no maximum number of entries but FHAC reserves the right to limit entries depending on available wall space.
Drop-off entries at the FHAC on Wednesday, July 31st from 4:00 - 6:00 PM along with completed registration form and entry fee. Entries must be ready to hang or delivered with easel.
Pick-Up
Sunday, August 11th from 3:00 – 4:00 PM
People"s Choice Ribbon awarded to Sarah Irland's "Tranquil View".
Gallery Sitting: Artists are encouraged to gallery sit or provide someone to gallery sit for a shift. Interest is always piqued by seeing an artist at work on our deck. If you are willing to gallery sit, please let us know.
Fees: FHAC suggests a 10% donation on any sales (20% on books).
NEW: Artist Bios: As an additional member benefit, we would like to feature artist bios. If you are a member and are interested in letting us help to market your work, please submit a picture and bio via email to fairhavenart@gmail.com
For additional information, please contact Pat Hanford at 315-947-5575.
Summer Arts & Crafts Expo - 7/20 - 7/28
Gallery Hours Daily 10-4 p.m.
Members only Art Sale
New this year we are offering FHAC members a chance to sell their wares in an Arts & Crafts Expo which runs from July 20-28. All media and themes are accepted. There is no entry fee, however participants are required to gallery sit at least one day the show is open (hours from 10- 4 pm every day the show is running). If you are interested please contact Pat Cooper at 315 947-5628. If you are interested but not yet a member, now is a good time to join! See membership tab for downloadable membership form.
Spring Art Show & Sale - 5/31-6/16
Our Spring Art Show and Sale featuring artwork with themes of Spring
Reception May 31st 5 - 7 pm. At 5:30 hear about our plans for the new year and Member Recognition
People's Choice winner is Shannon Durbin.
Fair Haven Retrospective – 6/28 – 7/14
Opening Reception Friday, June 28th 5-7 p.m.
Fair Haven Retrospective Book signing during reception
Gallery Hours Sat & Sun 11-3 p.m.
Mon thru Friday (July 1 – 5) 12-2 p.m.
The goal of this event is to capture the image of what Fair Haven was like in yesteryear. There were many good and also difficult aspects of life back then -- the architecture of the buildings, the characters that lived here, the simplicity of life before cell phones and autos (and yes, no indoor plumbing or refrigeration), the hardiness of the people who were able to thrive in difficult times, the resourcefulness of children who created their own games outside rather than sitting at the computer. In today's complex world we may do well to remember the simple things that can make life meaningful and bring people together.
And so, while we still have people in our midst that remember the stories and have access to photographs of the past we would like to pull them together into an artist's rendition of "Fair Haven Retrospective". We would like to make this an annual event with limited material and building on it each year. We would like younger people to be involved - perhaps interviewing some of the older generation and drawing or writing down their stories or even filming them.
So, if you're interested in participating in this event please email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com
Artists interest in participating, please contact Susan Lemon 315-427-3428 or email fairhavenart@gmail.com by June 24th.
Registration form available at drop off or download here (click for form)
No Entry Fee
Drop off is Wednesday, June 26th 4-6 p.m.
Pick Up is Sunday, July 14th 3-4 p.m.
Winter Photo Contest - February 16, 2019
4th Annual WINTER PHOTO CONTEST
(Part of Fair Haven’s Winterfest Weekend)
What - Photo competition, exhibition and sale showcasing local area amateur
and professional photographers. Must have snow or ice in photo.
- Categories
- Landscapes
- Portraits
- Structures
- Youth (grades K-12)
- Ribbons awarded in each category
- Best in Show and People’s Choice Awards
Winners List: click for list
Leaf Peeper Tour and Sterling Art Show Weekend - October 13-14, 2018
2018 Sterling Art Show & Sale
The Sterling Art Show is part of the Leaf Peeper Trail Weekend. It is an art competition and sale showcasing local area amateur and professional artists from the greater Sterling Area. There will be four venues:
- Fair Haven Arts Center: Drawing, Pastel, Watercolor and Mixed Media
- Doc Gallery: Oil and Acrylics
- Sterling Town Hall: Photography, Sculpture & Fine Crafts
- OnePhoto Gallery: Youth (Grades: K-5, 6-8, 9-12)
Categories Drawing, Pastel, Watercolor, Mixed Media, Oils Acrylics, Photography, Sculpture, Fine Crafts (e.g. Woodworking, Fabric Art, Pottery, Jewelry, Weaving/Basket-making) and Youth (ages 18 and under)
Leaf Peeper Tour
Experience our natural beauty, shop our unique stores, sample our local products and view our artists' work.
Get your cards punched at all stops to be eligible for a huge basket full of gifts from each participating location. Punch cards available at any of the participating locations.
Participating vendors:
ONTARIO ORCHARDS FARM MARKET 7735 State Route 104, Southwest Oswego
STERLING TOWN HALL 1290 State Route 104A, Sterling
FIREFLY STUDIO GALLERY 1103 Old State Road, Sterling
CHILLSON’S ANTIQUES 1063 Old State Road, Sterling
DOC GALLERY 584 Main Street, Fair Haven
FRONT PORCH GIFT SHOP 578 Main Street, Fair Haven
SOUTH SHORE ARTISANS 567 Main Street, Fair Haven
HARDWARE CAFÉ & GENERAL STORE 566 Main Street, Fair Haven
FAIR HAVEN ARTS CENTER 562 Main Street, Fair Haven
STERLING CIDERY 14451 Richmond Ave., Fair Haven
OnePhoto Gallery 567 Main Street, Fair Haven
FLY-BY-NIGHT COOKIE CO. 14508 Fancher Ave., Fair Haven
COLLOCA ESTATE WINERY 14678 West Bay Rd., Fair Haven
Meet the Artists Reception
A Meet the Artists Reception will be held on Sunday, October 14th from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at Sterling Town Hall
The Leaf Peeper Trail Gift Basket winner: Genne MacArthur
Second Trail Basket winner: Kate McConnell
The complete 2018 Winners List Click to download list
Thanks to Pat Cooper for her vision and to all the volunteers that tirelessly make this vision come true!
Fair Haven's Got Talent - Friday, August 17th 7pm.
We are looking for all types of performers -- singers, musicians, actors, stand-up comedians. If you have questions, or are interested in participating, please email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com
Heart Beat – 8/18 – 8/26
Featuring the theme of living things - includes animals and people (i.e. anything that has or has had a heartbeat!
Gallery hours: Sat/Sun 8/18-19 and 8/25-26 11 - 3 p.m.
Opening Reception, Friday, August 17th 5-7 pm All are welcome
People's Choice Award: Sandra Dowie "The Dancer"
Storm Warnings Continued - Artists Respond to Climate Change – 7/20 – 7/29
Invitational Art Exhibit Curated by Deale Hutton
Participating Artists: Sue Arney, Morgan Bond, Scott Deyett, Paul Garland, Ellen Gerberich, Maxx Hill, Deale Hutton, Aaron Lee, Kyle Meddaugh, Jamie Motyka, Caroline Robertson and Natalia Schmitz
Storm Warnings is part of an international series of exhibits, presentations, and conversations leading to understanding and developing solutions to climate change. Storm Warnings began in Denver, traveled to Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia; now to Fair Haven. The next stops Scotland, Newfoundland Labrador and Halifax. Each community develops its own program.
In Fair Haven, Storm Warnings Continue will include a free showing of the film Albatross at the Palace Theatre 12053 Main St, Wolcott, New York on Thursday, July 19th at 7:00 p.m. Albatross is a beautifully filmed documentary by Chris Jordan. It is free and open to everyone (16 and over please). https://vimeo.com/218502282
Opening Reception Friday 7/20 5-7 p.m.
Gallery Hours Sat & Sun 11-2 p.m. & 4-6 p.m.
Friday, July 27th 11-2 p.m. & 4-6 p.m.
Fair Haven Retrospective – 6/30 – 7/8
The goal of this event is to capture the image of what Fair Haven was like in yesteryear. There were many good and also difficult aspects of life back then -- the architecture of the buildings, the characters that lived here, the simplicity of life before cell phones and autos (and yes, no indoor plumbing or refrigeration), the hardiness of the people who were able to thrive in difficult times, the resourcefulness of children who created their own games outside rather than sitting at the computer.. In today's complex world we may do well to remember the simple things that can make life meaningful and bring people together.
And so, while we still have people in our midst that remember the stories and have access to photographs of the past we would like to pull them together into an artist's rendition of "Fair Haven Retrospective". We would like to make this an annual event, starting out this year with limited material and building on it each year. We would like younger people to be involved - perhaps interviewing some of the older generation and drawing or writing down their stories or even filming them.
So, if you're interested in participating in this event please email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com
Art in Bloom - 5/19-5/27
Reception: Friday, May 18th 5-7 pm
The People’s Choice Ribbon winners. Sarah Irland and Paul Garland
Winter Photo Contest Saturday, February 17th 11 a.m to 3 p.m
The Fair Haven Arts Center is pleased to offer a Winter Photo Contest as part of the 2018 Fair Haven Chamber of Commerce Winterfest..
2018 Winter Carnival Photo Contest Winners
Portrait :
Best in Show, " May" By Emily Fields
1st "Photo Worthy Fair Haven" by Bryan Morris
2nd "Untitled" by Emily Fields
3rd "We Want To Build a Snowman" by Courtney Morris
Structure
1st "Ontario Storm" by Floyd Mc Govern
2nd Sitting By The Dock On The Bay" by Roger Manning
3rd "Lighthouse" by Paul Dussere
Landscape
!st "Matanuska Glacier, Alaska" by Robert Jones
2nd "USA Today" by Paul Garland
3rd "Dark Winter" by Linda Mc Lellan
Student
1st " Dream" by Kaia Meddaugh
Peoples' Choice
Portaits : "Red Glory" by Jean Bucher
Structure: "Lighthouse" by Paul Dussere
Landscape: "Untitled" by Emily Fields
FHAC Annual Meeting - Thursday, May 11, 2017 at 5:00 p.m..
All members are welcome to attend. .
PostCard Salon Fundraiser & Reception
Saturday, July 1st from Noon to 5 p.m. Reception: from 1-2:30 p.m.
Calling all art Lovers: The Arts Center will be hosting a one-day postcard salon fundraiser. All artwork is postcard size and will be sold for $10 each. Stop by and purchase a photo/print/original art submitted by your favorite local artists. Your purchases will help support the many exhibits, classes and lectures that we offer at no-cost/low cost. Join us for the reception from 1-2:30 p.m Artists, please let us know if you plan to participate by June 26th. Either call Millie at 315-947-6075 or email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com.
Drop off is Thursday, June 29th between 4-6 p.m. at the Art Center. Pick-up will be arranged after the sale.
High Tea Event (fundraiser for FHAC) - September 16, 2017 Serving: 1 pm - 2:30 pm
Come in for a mid-afternoon treat including a variety of famous teas served in china cups with saucers, freshly made scones, tiny sandwiches and dainty desserts. Limited Seating: Reservations required by September 14th. Email us at fairhavenart@gmail.com or call Pat Hanford 315-947-5701 to reserve your spot. You may pay "at the door", however, we must purchase and prepare food in advance. If you make a reservation, we ask that you honor it--
$15 per person, all proceeds benefit the Fair Haven Arts Center.
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