ON POINT - April 2010

Welcome Playwrights Project and Impact 195 to NTC Promenade

The NTC Foundation is pleased to welcome Playwrights Project and Impact 195 to Building 176 at our growing creative, collaborative 7-building campus of 37 arts, cultural and community groups and artists at NTC Promenade. Both organizations will further enliven NTC Promenade with programs that enrich the San Diego region.

The Playwrights Project is celebrating its 25th year and works to advance literacy, creativity, and communication by empowering individuals to voice their stories through playwriting programs and theatre productions. Founded by Deborah Salzer, Playwrights Project offers play writing programs to thousands of grade 3-12 students, and each year produces new plays from promising young playwrights. In April, Playwrights Project is launching its newest program - Play by Play: Cultivating Emerging Playwrights, which is a five session workshop designed to sharpen your work as a playwright and have your play read before a panel of theatre professionals. You can find out more at www.playwrightsproject.org/programs

Impact 195 is a vocational trade school affiliated with the Rock Church to develop leaders to launch volunteer community service projects locally and internationally to positively impact all 195 countries of the world.  Impact 195 is designed to fully equip students to do something significant in the context to their vocation and life calling.  The program is a six-month mentoring/internship program designed specifically to empower entrepreneurs, pastors, and community leaders to go somewhere and launch or lead organizations and community services. Find out more at http://www.therockuniversity.org/impact195/.

Outdoor Gallery Underway at NTC Promenade

San Diego Artist and Gallery owner Betsy Lane and the NTC Foundation have partnered to create the NTC Outdoor Gallery of sculptures to enhance the NTC Promenade as an Arts & Cultural District. Already in place are two sculptures by Robert Holmes: “She Dances” and “Bolero” at Dance Place.

The goals of the NTC Outdoor Gallery are to make NTC a destination for sculpture, feature San Diego, California and Mexican artists, create opportunities for future relationships with artists, including onsite creation of new work, and provide revenue to the NTC Foundation and the artists through the sale of sculptures.

Robert Holmes is a California artist with a foundry in Sebastopol. Robert is included in many prestigious collections and won the Primio del Presidente award at the International Biennial of Contemporary Art in Florence, Italy. He was chosen for the award by an international jury with 800 artists participating in the Biennial from 74 countries.

Betsy Lane established the Del Mar Sculpture Garden in 1998 following 18 years as a gallery owner in San Diego. She has built numerous collections, curated over 50 exhibitions, and has established working relationships with hundreds of artists, collectors, and art world professionals. In addition to the Del Mar Garden, she curates a Sculpture Garden at the Four Seasons Resort Aviara, and the garden at Parisi Design. To find out more about purchasing sculptures from the NTC Outdoor Gallery, contact Betsy at [email protected] or at 619-997-7491.

Friday Night Liberty and Spring Fling This Weekend

Explore, wander and enjoy the NTC Promenade Arts & Cultural District at the monthly Friday Night Liberty open studios and galleries this Friday starting at 5pm. For this month’s listing log onto http://www.ntcpromenade.org/what.php The popular Spring Fling returns to Ingram Plaza at Liberty Station on Saturday and features an Egg Hunt for all ages of kids and an Amazing Easter Scavenger Hunt for all ages. Crafts, games, fun and a free Rockola concert. More information is at www.libertystation.com.

Government, Non-Profit & Corporate – Oh My!

Our small town girl, Ashley Mullaney, Event Sales Manager, is no stranger to big business.  She caters to such diverse markets as government, military, non-profits, local associations and local corporations with ease and proficiency.

Ashley loves to assist individuals and groups returning to NTC, be it those still on active duty or veterans who come back looking for a great spot for their organization’s meeting or event.  As someone who loves a challenge, she has grown the military market with an increase of Navy meetings utilizing our venues.   And she feels a special camaraderie with other non-profits seeking that perfect venue for their next fundraiser.

Ashley came to San Diego from Green River, Wyoming.  Her husband chose the area to pursue his Ph.D. and Ashley chose to take her expertise in marketing and tourism to a larger arena.  She came to us a year ago after working for a couple of years in the Gaslamp.

Her early college days were spent at the University of Wyoming.  But she was drawn to the University of Montana-Western to study Travel and Tourism.  This wonderfully prepared her for her position with Sweetwater Travel & Tourism, the county that includes her hometown.  Don’t be mistaken, though no longer in college or even in Wyoming, she’s fiercely loyal to her Wyoming Cowboys.

Ashley’s ideal referral would be for a large conference with break-out sessions but she also loves working with local companies on their holiday parties or monthly meetings.

This outdoors girl isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty while at the beach, camping, or skiing.  So give her a call and let her work her magic to make your meeting or event memorable.  Her direct line is (619) 573-9309 or email her at [email protected].

Do You Know What Your Children Will Be Doing This Summer?

Summer is just around the corner and the search begins for summer activities for your children.

Did you know that many summer classes and camps will be held at the NTC Promenade Arts and Cultural District? Dance, art, music, drama, photography, physical fitness and martial arts will be included in the offerings at NTC Promenade. Resident group artists will be opening their studios for student classes during this time. In the next month or two, be sure and check the On Point calendar for times and places of the classes offered at the NTC Promenade or go to the following participants’ websites for current information:

Actor’s Alliance www.actorsalliance.com
ARTS (A Reason to Survive) www.artsurvive.org
Bravo Arts Studio www.bravoschoolofart.com
Capoeira Brasil www.capoeirabrasil.org
Jean Isaacs San Diego Dance Theater www.sandiegodancetheater.org
Malashock Dance www.malashockdance.org
Recreational Music Center www.recreationalmusiccenter.com
San Diego Ballet www.sandiegoballet.org
San Diego Watercolor Society www.sdws.org
U.S. Karate Academy www.uskasandiego.com

You are invited to join us for KIDSFEST SAN DIEGO ’10

Kids of all ages won't want to miss San Diego's most fun weekend of the year at KIDSFEST on May 1 & 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at NTC Promenade.  Kidsfest entrance will be at the intersection of Historic Decatur and Dewey Roads.

There is something for all ages, including:
::: Messy Zone, for kids who like to get dirty
::: A make and take crafts Creation Station
::: Dance Party for those with fancy feet
::: Green Thumb Zone for future gardeners
::: Build It Construction Zone for the industrial type
::: A costume-design Dress Up Bar
::: Tiny Tea Time for the little princes and princesses
::: Bubble Zone for toddlers
::: Two huge stages to showcase San Diego's finest young performers
::: And much, much more

So gather up the family, pack a picnic lunch or try tasty treats in the Lunch Room, and come out for a weekend full of family fun. To purchase tickets or for more information, go to http://www.kidsfestsandiego.com.

To The Point ...

Apr 1- 30 San Diego Water Color Society “At Face Value” Exhibit
The San Diego Watercolor Society (SDWS) proudly presents an exhibit of original watermedia paintings entitled “At Face Value”. Approximately 75 paintings created by SDWS members are on display and for sale. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. We warmly welcome the public to attend our First Friday reception, April 2, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. where visitors can meet the artists and members of our community. The SDWS gallery is located at 2825 Dewey Road, San Diego, 92106. For more information call (619) 876.4550 or www.sdws.org.

Apr 2 - 25 Grossmont College Photography Exhibitions
The Grossmont College Photography Program hosts two exhibitions in April at the New Americans Museum Gallery.  Exhibition opening Friday, April 2, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. features work by f/45, a collective of alumni and current students. Exhibition opening Friday, April 16, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. features work by Photo IV, students presenting capstone projects. Gallery hours are Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Located at NTC Promenade, 2835 Dewey Rd., San Diego, 92106.  Exhibitions are free and open to the public.  For information, call (619) 248-9601.

Apr 2 Friday Night Liberty
New exhibits from San Diego Watercolor Society, New Americans Museum Gallery and Betsy Lane Art will highlight this month's Open Studios event.  Explore the NTC Promenade Arts & Cultural District and enjoy a FREE evening of art, music, food, drink and exhibits, while supporting local artists and designers. Starting at 5 p.m. Located at 2640 Historic Decatur Road, San Diego, 92106.  For more information call (619) 573-9260 or visit our Friday Night Liberty page.

Apr 4,11, 18, 25 Point Loma Certified Farmers Market & Artisan Fair
Stock up on your gift, food and produce needs, and make it a weekly tradition.  Sundays 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (rain or shine) in the barracks parking lot across from Ace Hardware.  For more information or an application to participate, contact the market manager, Brian Beevers, at http://www.sdmarketmanager.com  or [email protected].

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26 North Chapel Open House
The North Chapel at Liberty Station monthly open houses, Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Located at 2881 Roosevelt Dr., San Diego, 92106. For more information please visit http://www.thenorthchapel.com.

Apr 6 Blogs, Article Marketing, Document Sharing
Would you like to take your knowledge of social media to the next level?  One in a series of six workshops offered by TechnoPower Marketing, this workshop will help you master blogging, article marketing and document sharing. The workshop will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the NTC Command Center, Meeting Room 4, 2640 Historic Decatur Road, San Diego, 92106.  Cost is $89. For more information or to register for the event, go to www.technopowermarketing.com/social-media-seminars or call (619) 550-4855.

Apr 10-11 Malashock Dance Presents On the Spot (creating The Floating World)
On the Spot is an in-studio series that permits an exclusive insider look into the preparation for The Floating World, an interdisciplinary collaboration with Filmmaker/Video Artist Tara Knight, produced in conjunction with San Diego Museum of Art’s exhibit of Japanese Woodblock Prints, which will premiere in spring 2011. On the Spot premieres Saturday, April 10, 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 11, 5 p.m. at Dance Place San Diego, 2650 Truxtun Road, Studio 200, San Diego, 92106. Admission is $15. Advance purchase of both the performance and reception is only $20 (purchase before April 9). To learn and see more on Malashock Dance and to purchase tickets go to http://www.malashockdance.org.

Apr 11 America’s Next Top Model – Open Casting Call
Open to women age 18-27, 5’7 and above. You must bring the completed application form to the casting call, as the application will not be available at the event. The casting call is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Corky McMillin Companies Event Center at the Venues of NTC Promenade, 2875 Dewey Road, San Diego, 92106. San Diego 6 will also be selecting a local winner to attend a one-on-one meeting with a casting director in Los Angeles on Tuesday, April 20th! For eligibility requirements, to obtain the application form and further details visit sandiego6.com.

Apr 12 - 16 San Diego Water Color Society “Donna Watson Workshop”
This is a five day workshop emphasizing three steps to fabulous painting. This workshop is for all types of painters - whether they paint representational, abstract, or nonobjective. It is also for all types of mediums - watercolor, acrylic, gesso, gouache, collage, or mixed media. The workshop runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For tuition fees contact the website listed below. The SDWS gallery is located at 2825 Dewey Road, San Diego, 92106. For more information call (619) 876.4550 or visit workshops page or [email protected].

May 1-2 Kidsfest San Diego
San Diego County's largest hands-on, creative festival for children and their families with over 100,000 square feet of activities designed to stimulate and celebrate the imagination.

Kids of all ages won't want to miss San Diego's most fun weekend of the year. There is something for all ages. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Located at NTC Promenade between Historic Decatur Rd and Dewey Rd, 2690 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, 92106. Cost is $15/ Family Four Pack is $40/kids under 2 are free. Ticket price includes admission, plus all activities. Food is not included, but is available for purchase. Parking at NTC Promenade is free. To purchase tickets or for more information visit http://www.kidsfestsandiego.com.

May 5 GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) Review Information Night
Are you contemplating taking the GMAT exam and going onto graduate school?  Manhattan GMAT is the nation’s leading GMAT preparation company, dedicated to helping students achieve their goals by providing the best curriculum and the highest-quality instructors in the industry.  A free information night will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the NTC Command Center, Meeting Room 3, 2640 Historic Decatur Road, San Diego, 92106. To register call (800) 576-4628 or visit www.manhattangmat.com.

Be sure to check the NTC Promenade online calendar for all the happenings scheduled.

Please consider making a gift to the NTC Foundation to help us translate the community’s vision for NTC Promenade into a new Arts and Cultural District that will increase the quality of life for all San Diegans.  Donate now!

For information about lease space in the NTC Promenade, contact Leasing Specialist Sean Giffin at [email protected] or 619 573-9304.