by Cassidy Barton on November 10, 2011
In 2009 five organizers came together to create a unique music and spoken word experience called Rock The Republic (RTR). RTR’09 was a three night event featuring over 100 acts of rock, hip-hop, folk, blues, indie music and HBO Def poets, with an attendance of just over 3,500.
In year two RTR returned to Downtown Bryan with an all new lineup and it’s unique blend of concert length spoken word poetry and music performances. Dancers, visual artists, DJ’s, rock musicians, hip-hop heads and slam poets came together for an exhilarating, uplifting and original event.
This year RTR is going back to it’s roots presenting an intimate two day music and spoken word experience in downtown Bryan. All the latest info here.
by Cassidy Barton on November 10, 2011
Help us raise money for the Brazos Valley Food Bank!
In return for a donation of at least $15:
-you may choose a ceramic bowl created by local potters and artists
-be served a simple meal of soup and bread
-keep the bowl as a lasting reminder of the ongoing problem of hunger throughout the Brazos Valley.
This is the sixth year we have gotten together to do this event here in this community but the idea for the event started in Michigan in 1990 by a high school art teacher. Empty Bowl events have taken place all over the country since then. More info: www.emptybowls.net
Sponsors:
Many individual potters and artists as well as Joy Pottery, Mudcreek Pottery, U Paint It, Brazos Glassworks and The Frame Gallery. Soup and bread will be donated by local restaurants such as Village Cafe, Madden’s Casual Gourmet, The Lemon Wedge, Casa Rodriguez, LaSalle Hotel as well by individuals.
Musicians, too, are donating their time to help us make this a fun event. Joey McGee, R. G. Watkins & Friends and ContraDiction will bere.
by Cassidy Barton on February 28, 2011
Downtown Arts and Culture Association (DACA)
2nd Annual Downtown Street and Art Fair
Date: Saturday, April 16, 2011
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
You are invited to submit your application to be an exhibitor in the 2nd Annual Downtown Street and Art Fair. This is a juried show and local artists are encouraged to apply. The core of the day is the exhibition and sale of original art. To add to the festivities and increase the audience, there are performances by dance, performance and music groups from the local community and student organizations. Admission is free to the public.
This year we will have a kid’s tent sponsored by Scotty’s House and The Children’s Museum which should be an added draw.
Here are some images from last year’s fair:
by Cassidy Barton on February 5, 2011
Hello all you wonderful folks trying to keep warm! In case you were curious as to the status of First Friday….it is on! While the outdoor performers opted to reschedule (obviously), we 
still have a lot of great stuff happening indoors. The Village, Frame Gallery and LaSalle Hotel are just a few. If you’ve got a bit of cabin fever and are thinking of braving the cold…come on down! Keep in mind that the roads are still a bit slick in places – please use caution on the roads and get here safely! Below is a listing of tonight’s events:
Shopping and Entertainment
1. The Frame Gallery, 216 N Bryan Ave, Celebrating our 10th Anniversary!
Original art by many local artists, Open til 10pm. Live jazz, 6:30-9:30,
with R.G. Watkins & Friends (Ken Frazier, Carlos Puig & Randy Watkins).
cash wine bar & free art activity! 822-0496
2. Perry Lofts, 208 N. Bryan Ave., Tour the brand new lofts, now
available for lease, find out about the rooftop solar array. 575-5637
3. D&S Premier Art & Clocks, 208 N. Bryan Ave.,
Lots of paintings, grandfather & mantel clocks. 779-2211
4. Corner of Time Antiques & Collectibles Mall, 118 N. Bryan Ave.
Antiques & a soda fountain.
5. Brazos Glassworks, 202B W. 26th St. Ask about upcoming classes, watch
demos. 823-0325
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