Noelle Carr painting "Remembrance" in heArt for Haiti Fundraiser to benefit Save the Children

The heArt for Haiti fundraiser starts tomorrow with simultaneous art shows in five different towns on Friday, Jan 29 from 6-9 pm, and Saturday, Jan 30 from 12-3 pm. Many local artists have donated work to be sold at this fundraiser. Participating galleries include Rockwell Galleries in Wilton, Westport, New Canaan and Fairfield and Galleria d’Arte in Ridgefield. One hundred percent of the proceeds of art sales at this event will go to Save the Children. If you are looking for a way to help the people of Haiti, please come to one of these events. You'll be supporting Save the Children, and also can bring home a work of art.

I have donated my painting Remembrance to the heART for Haiti fundraiser at Galleria d’Arte in Ridgefield. It is an original oil painting, 10 x 8" and seemed like an appropriate choice to remember the victims of the earthquake in Haiti.

heART for Haiti Fundraiser

Support heART for Haiti: A fundraiser fueled by the generosity of artists and art patrons who want to make a difference in the lives of the people of Haiti. Help us reach our goal of raising $1 million by visiting particpating galleries and purchasing art on Friday, January 29, 6 to 9 pm & Saturday, January 30, 12 to 3... pm at select galleries in Fairfield County. All proceeds from the sale of these artist donations will benefit Save the Children. Visit the link for more info on donating art or helping in some way. Thanks!
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A Million Thanks letters

Part of the exhibition Noelle Carr: A Veterans Memorial Garden, is a box for guests to leave their own letters of thanks to the troops that will be sent via the A Million Thanks organization. I displayed some letters made by local children at the exhibit. Their drawings and letters are so special, and so touching, and I hope they bring a smile to a soldier far away from home.

"Artistic Tribute" story in Arts & Leisure section of Hersam-Acorn newpapers on November 5, 2009

The November 5, 2009 edition of Hersam-Acorn newspapers ran a story about the Noelle Carr: A Veterans Memorial Garden exhibit in the Arts & Leisure section. The writer, Jeannette Ross, did a wonderful job capturing the mission of the show, and I hope the story will help raise awareness about Veterans Day, our troops fighting in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the global war on terror, as well as the non-profit organizations Wounded Warrior Project and A Million Thanks. Please click here for the story.

Lions Peace Poster Contest

This week I had the privilege once again to be a judge for the Ridgefield Chapter of the Lions International Peace Poster contest, along with artist and writer Emelie Howard, and Paul Gervais, owner of the Paul Gervais Gallery and Building Blocks Art Supplies. Each year, Lions Clubs around the world proudly sponsor the Lions International Peace Poster Contest in local schools and youth groups. This contest encourages young people worldwide to artistically express their visions of peace. The contest is open to children ages 11-13, and the young people created beautiful, inspiring posters based on the theme "The Power of Peace." For more information about the Lions Club and the Peace Poster contest please visit the Lions Club website.

Noelle Carr exhibit "A Veterans Memorial Garden" at Ridgefield Library

A Veterans Memorial Garden is an exhibition to honor American Veterans of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and the global war on terror. My intent is to express gratitude to our troops and their families and remember all of the men and women who have served in America's Armed Forces, especially our fallen heroes.

The opening reception is Saturday, November 7 from 3-5 pm, and the show will run through November 29. A Veterans Memorial Garden will include an A Million Thanks receptacle for visitors to leave their own letters of thanks to the troops that will be sent at the close of the exhibit.

"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." - Elmer Davis

If you value your freedom, thank a Veteran this Veterans Day.
Please join me in my efforts to support Wounded Warrior Project and donate by clicking here.

Noelle Carr to exhibit in Ridgefield Art Walk

The Ridgefield Art Walk is Saturday, October 3 from 1-6 pm. This is a great event, with dozens of artists exhibiting in stores and on sidewalks along Ridgefield's beautiful historic Main Street. Please drop by and say hello, I'll be showing at Lucy's.
At the same time, the Ridgefield Arts Council is holding its first Cultural Festival in Ballard Park on Main Street, with information on local arts and performances throughout the day. If you love the arts, Ridgefield will be the place to be October 3. I hope to see you there!