Upcoming Events

International Contemporary Art Foundation Welcomes Architect Deborah Berke

Thursday November 13, 2008  
Book-signing from 5:30pm – 7:30pm
atrium gallery
The event is free and open to the public

Noted architect.
Acclaimed designer.
Inspiring educator.

Deborah Berke can now add literary muse to her long list of credentials.

We're excited to play host to the woman behind 21c's design as she celebrates the release of her new book, DEBORAH BERKE. Written by Tracy Myers, this release marks the first time ever Yale University Press has published a book on a contemporary architect and it offers readers provocative insight into the process behind Berke’s genius. Whether one peruses the nearly 250 images or dives head-first into the engaging essays, the book reveals how Berke conceives of and approaches her projects – both those that have made her famous and the many that the public has never seen before.

Join us for a book-signing with Berke on Thursday, November 13th. Refreshments will be served and books will be available for purchase for $65 each. As an added treat, book-signing attendees will be allowed a rare glimpse in the private owner’s apartment atop 21c. With its sweeping views of downtown and stunning collection of contemporary art, this space truly showcases some of the finest work of the modern genius that is Deborah Berke.

Museum Shop: Featured Artist

ARCHITYPE

ARCHITYPE is a locally owned and operated design house, specializing in leather bags and accessories. Drawing inspiration from architecture, science, history, and all aspects of culture and using rich and vibrantly colored leather, their designs merge form and function to create products that are both beautiful and useful.

ARCHITYPE strives to uphold the principles of sustainability and responsible manufacturing to create a prosperous business that also benefits the environment and local economy. Leather is a renewable, durable, and biodegradable resource. ARCHITYPE uses quality leathers from the USA, and recycled end-lots that may be discarded as waste from large products, and they employ regional artisans to handcraft their designs.

Stop by during Trolley Hop on Friday, November 7th (from 5pm – 9pm) to meet the artists. Located on Seventh Street in between Main and Market.

Think Global. Shop Local.

› Visit the Museum Shop

Be Thankful for 21c Museum Hotel and Proof on Main's Holiday Specials

Prospect of a full house Thanksgiving have you worried? No need to induce a Tryptophan stupor, just call on your friends at 21c. The red penguins will greet your loved ones with open arms and you’ll be able to relax knowing they're being pampered by one of Conde Nast Traveler's Hot List hotels. At just $129 a night, everyone comes out a winner.

Need to break free for the kitchen? Create a Thanksgiving Day tradition at Proof on Main and let Chef Paley work his magic with a special featuring Smoked Tallgrass Farm Heritage Turkey served alongside fig sausage, local sweet potato puree, and Tuscan green beans. If turkey is not your thing, peruse the menu and select from your favorite Proof dinner features, including seasonal items like Chestnut Ravioli with treviso and brown butter. The Proof bar will be serving up cocktails like Woodland Cider, a perfect wintry libation that's sweetened with local apple cider. It's guaranteed to cure your holiday woes.

Call 502.217.6300 today for room reservations, but hurry, because like those yummy Turkey day leftovers this rate is subject to availability and good for a limited time (Wednesday 11/26 through Sunday 11/30)! Dinner at Proof will be served on Thanksgiving from 2pm to 8pm and reservations are available here or by calling 502.217.6360.

Vetiver in Concert with Special Guest

December 4, 2008
8pm
in the atrium

Please check back soon for ticket information.

› Additional information on Vetiver at www.myspace.com/vetiverse

Marines Man the Bar at Proof on Main, Good Deeds Ensue

Sunday, December 14, 2008
6:30 to 8:30ppm

Celebrity, cocktails, and charity – put that in your shaker and chill it. Every other month, Proof invites local celebrities to play bartender with their hard earned tips going to the charity of their choice.

This time the fine folks from the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program will be joining the ranks of Proof's barkeeps. On Sunday, December 14th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, the Marines will be put to test. Their mission? Flex their bartending prowess while crafting you delicious cocktails. All their tips and a portion of the bar proceeds will benefit the Toys for Tots program. Come to Proof, bring a new, unused toy, enjoy a cocktail, and help bring some joy to a needy child's Christmas morning.

Founded in 1947, each Christmas Toys for Tots delivers, through a shiny new toy at Christmas, a message of hope to needy youngsters that will motivate them to grow into responsible, productive, patriotic citizens and community leaders. Over the years Marines have distributed more than 370 million toys to more than 173 million needy children.

› Additional information on Marine Toys for Tots Foundation at www.toysfortots.org