kate lemay

Calling All Artists & Craftsmen!

North Woods and Pleasant Valley YMCA Camps in Tuftonboro, NH are excited to announce the 1st Annual YARTS Weekend! The event is being held May 30-June 1, 2008. Our goal is to provide you with the space and time to make art while enjoying the company of other artists in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Many times in our busy lives we do not take the time to do the one thing that truly nourishes our soul. If you or someone you know is an artist or person who “dabbles in art” this weekend will be sure to please. Many participants that have attended Art Weekends stated that they needed to carve out special time to “kick start” their art-making again, and these weekends do just the trick. You'll make friends, make art, and connect back or strengthen your connection to that thing that makes you tick.

The event also helps artists that make their living in the arts connect with others that do the same thing.  Many chats involve the nitty gritty stuff of the art business. The best way to learn is to break bread and talk about stuff. Being surrounded with like minded people in the art field, in a beautiful lake & woods setting is the best!

Guests will stay in one of the Camp cabins, a variety of accommodations are available. Rustic cabins do not have electricity or running water, however bath houses are centrally located. Upgraded cabins have electricity and some cabins have both electricity and a bathroom/ shower facility...you pick what is right for you. If you live locally you can even join the group for the day and go back to your house at night. We will provide all meals, recreation and artistic programming.

We are still looking for a few more passionate and talented art instructors and a yoga or movement instructor(s). If this opportunity sparks your interest, please call 603-569-2725 ext 225 and speak w/ Kate Lemay or email klemay@ymcaboston.org . Logistics and information about the event can be found above, just click on the registration form :).