ON POINT - August 2009
| “Behind the Scenes at NTC Promenade” Civic Community Forum – August 11th, 5:00pm – 6:00pm at the NTC Command Center (map). |
Congratulations Conrad Prebys—Outstanding Philanthropist of the Year
The NTC Foundation was proud to be one of the nominators for Conrad Prebys as San Diego’s Outstanding Philanthropist of the Year. We look forward to celebrating this achievement and recognition at National Philanthropy Day, November 3, 2009.
From arts and culture to healthcare, Mr.Prebys has made a lasting imprint on our community. NTC Foundation knows this first-hand, as Mr. Prebys generously donated to NTC Foundation’s Point Loma Legacy Campaign to transform the former Commanding Officer’s Headquarters into the NTC Command Center, a “Welcome and Information Center” for NTC and Point Loma. In addition, his support allowed the NTC Foundation to move forward with the first phase of the Point Loma exhibit in the NTC Command Center. With use of historic objects and oral histories, the Point Loma exhibit captures the story of Point Loma and Point Loma families. With Mr. Prebys’ help, NTC Promenade is becoming a landmark destination for both visitors and locals to enjoy.
Mr. Prebys has made a significant impact on NTC Foundation and we congratulate him on this well-deserved award.
You too can make a difference. Please consider making a gift to NTC Foundation to help us translate the community’s vision for NTC Promenade into a new Arts and Culture District that will increase the quality of life for all San Diegans. Donate now!
Bravo School of Art Announces Class Schedule for 2009
Bravo School of Art has announced their schedule for the remainder of 2009 as they open in Barracks 19 to provide the finest in hands-on art classes in a creative, supportive and safe environment for children and adults.
Lauren Becker Downey and Nancy Isbell have founded Bravo School of Art to nurture and support creativity through the making and understanding of the visual arts. With over sixty years of combined experience in the visual arts, Lauren and Nancy intend to build a strong community among those who share an enthusiasm for hands-on creativity in fine art, fine crafts and decorative art.
One-day workshops are offered in a wide variety of hands-on art, craft and home decorating workshops for the experienced and novice artist alike, including Mosaic, Mural Art, Floor Cloth, Book Arts, Digital Photography, Collage, Mixed Media, Drawing, Painting: Watercolor, Acrylic, Oils, Weaving, Basketry, Jewelry Making, Printmaking and more. Saturday mornings are devoted to children’s workshops such as Fish Printing, Paper Craft: Recycled, Self-Portrait, Clay Play and more.
Taught by experienced and highly qualified, working artists who are eager to share their skills, these workshops provide students with the creative outlet they’ve been seeking. No previous art training is necessary.
To learn more about these fun and informative classes, please call 619-223-0058 or visit www.BravoSchoolOfArt.com or see Lauren or Nancy in the studio.
Walking for Fun or Fundraising
As the name suggests, NTC Promenade is a popular place for walking. Any day of the week you can see mothers pushing strollers or dogs leading their owners, but now there is a new breed of walks taking place.
Many of the established walks and relays have discovered NTC Promenade as the perfect place for their 5K or relay. Recently, the American Cancer Society held their regional Relay for Life in the North Promenade. Teams from Point Loma and Ocean Beach walked for 24 hours around the perimeter of the promenade, signifying that cancer never sleeps and neither should the fight against it. The event included live bands and performances, community vendors, and moving ceremonies including one honoring cancer survivors and the lighting of luminaries around the perimeter of the track in honor or in memory of those who have fought cancer. The Venues of NTC Promenade was represented by a wonderful team of volunteers who walked and contributed to the fundraising efforts.
Some of the other organizations that have held or have scheduled 5Ks include the Kinder Foundation, Arthritis Foundation, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Girl Scouts, Everyday Heroes and the American Diabetes Association.
We work with the Liberty Station community to design courses that uphold all safety standards, positively impact the area, and allow for community involvement.
If you would like more information on walks and relays at NTC Promenade, call a member of our team at (619) 573-9260.
Summer Movie Mania Started August 1
Summer Movie Mania returns to Liberty Station with Saturday night movies throughout August. The season started with Grease at the NTC Landing. Here's the schedule for the rest of the summer:
August 8 Kung Fu Panda (Ingram Plaza)
August 15 Field of Dreams (South Promenade)
August 22 Sea Biscuit (Harbor Square-behind the Hilton Homewood Suites)
August 29- Concert by The Heroes & Viewer’s Choice Movie– Top Gun, Back to the Future or ET (Ingram Plaza)
Patrons are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the Summer Movie Mania Line-Up. Special dining discounts are available on movie nights at Solare Ristorante at 2820 Roosevelt Road. Call 619.270.9670 or log onto www.SolareLounge.com for information.
To The Point ...
August 1st - August 16th – Seeing Green: Visions of a Changing Planet
Quilt Visions Goes Green with Environmentally Inspired Exhibition featuring works that comment about the current state of our natural environment. The work includes reflections about water quality, the impact of urban sprawl on landscape and wildlife, biodiversity, and nature. For more information please call (619) 546-4872 or visit www.quiltvisions.org.
Aug 1,8,15,22,29 – Recreational Music Center – Music class for families with toddlers
"Musical Me!" Class offered. Children's natural instruments–their voices–are a perfect beginning point for musical exploration, which includes listening, movement, and instrument play. Toddlers and their parents or whole family (including older siblings) are invited to attend Saturdays at 11am. Drop-ins are welcome - special summer rates of $15/per class. Visit www.recreationalmusiccenter.com or call 619-225-9597 for more information.
Aug 1st – Ongoing – Bravo School of Art Workshops
Bravo School of Art offers 1-day workshops in art for adults and children to explore their creativity in a safe, supportive and fun environment. A wide variety of hands-on art, craft and home decorating workshops are offered for the experienced and novice artist alike. Examples are: Mosaic, Mural Art, Floor Cloth, Book Arts, Digital Photography, Collage, Mixed Media, Drawing, Painting: Watercolor, Acrylic, Oils, Weaving, Basketry, Jewelry Making, Printmaking and more. Saturday mornings are devoted to children’s workshops such as Fish Printing, Paper Craft: Recycled, Self-Portrait, Clay Play and more. To learn more call 619-223-0058 or http://www.BravoSchoolOfArt.com.
Aug 4, 11, 18, 25 – The North Chapel Open House
The North Chapel at Liberty Station hosts monthly open houses, Tuesdays from 11 am to 1 pm, located at Liberty Station, 2881 Roosevelt Dr. For more information please visit http://www.thenorthchapel.com.
Aug 5 thru Aug 29 – “Vacation Travels” Exhibition at San Diego Watercolor Society
San Diego Watercolor Society (SDWS) presents an exhibition of original watercolorpaintings entitled “Vacation Travels”. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 11am-5pm. Free admission. Visit SDWS.org for more information.
August 11th – “Behind the Scenes at NTC Promenade” Monthly Forum
NTC Foundation Monthly Civic Community Forum, 5 pm to 6 pm, NTC Command Center, 2640 Historic Decatur Road. There is no charge for admission. For more information please visit www.ntcpromenade.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 Culture 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.