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Rancho Mirage Art Affaire

November 14 & 15, 2009

Fine Art...Fine Music...Fine Wine...Fine Food

This spectacular two-day event is a juried fine art and jazz festival featuring 100 award-winning visual artists in a variety of artistic mediums, including painting, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry and other artistic originals. The best of Smooth Jazz music will be presented on stage on both days.

Event Details

The Art Affaire is presented FREE by the City of Rancho Mirage Parks and Recreation Commission. Whitewater Park is located at 71-560 San Jacinto Drive in Rancho Mirage. For more information call City Hall at (760) 324-4511.

Musical Performers

LORI ANDREWS – Saturday, November 14 at 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. There have been very few harp soloists in jazz history, but we think Lori Andrews is the best! Lori and her quartet have a unique style and sound that will enchant new listeners and veteran fans alike. Come and be entertained as Lori presents award winning hits from her latest CD release, "After Hours". www.jazharprecords.com

NILS – Sunday, November 15 at 1:00 to 2:30 p.m Nils is back for a return engagement! After wowing the crowd in 2006 with smooth grooves from his CD "Pacific Coast Highway", Nils is ready to present his newest release, "Up Close and Personal". This CD has been characterized as decidedly a funky, brawny new smooth jazz project, with an emphasis on some very nicely played blues. Nils is one of Smooth Jazz's finest guitarists, so don't miss this unique opportunity to rock with one of the best! www.nilsmusic.com

Event Activities

• Food will be available for sale featuring local restaurants.
• The Wine & Beer Garden will be managed by the Rotary Club of Rancho Mirage. The Club was chartered in 1978 and currently has a membership of 27. The Club supports local charitable organizations through volunteer service and financial support.
• The Rad Hatter will be on hand to present children's recycled art activities.
• The City of Rancho Mirage will have a booth display with giveaways and information on City services and programs and information on the Rancho Mirage Public Library.
• Local Sheriff and Fire Departments will have displays of their vehicles with photo ops for kids.
• Emergency Preparedness Commission will have information available on Disaster Preparedness.
• The Historic Preservation Commission will have information on historically significant buildings and will answer questions about the Ranchito Chiquito Historic Home.

Event Beneficiary

The Parks & Recreation Commission strives to support local community based organizations that promote art education. Each year the Commission selects organizations to participate in the show and receive a portion of the proceeds from the event. The Commission has selected Desert Arc for the 2009 show.

Desert Arc
Desert Arc was established in 1959. Their mission is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities. The organization has an art program that encourages clients to create works of art. Client art works will be on display and art work demonstrations will be conducted at the show. Additionally, Desert Arc will have information about their organization so the public can become more aware of the services they provide.

Artist Information & Amenities

The City of Rancho Mirage Parks & Recreation Commission is committed to supporting the arts and the artists by providing booth spaces at nominal fees and no commissions on sales. Artists are selected to participate by a jury committee based on quality of work, presentation and visual appeal. Artists interested in next year's event will be able to learn more throughout the year by checking back periodically.

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