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SUMMARY:PAINT CHQ - Mural Dedication: Dunkirk @ The Coburn Block
DESCRIPTION:The final event of the 2025 PAINT CHQ Mural Festival! A dedication of a brand new\, public mural\, featuring the artwork of Alain Welter\, will take place at 6 p.m. Saturday\, September 13 in Dunkirk\, NY. The Dedication Event will take place in the parking lot in front of the mural\, and along the 200 block of Central Ave\, which will be turned into a pedestrian-only street for this event. Stick around after the dedication to enjoy live music\, beer and wine\, face painting\, bounce house\, crafts\, and more! \nAnnounced in February\, Paint CHQ is a new initiative intended to help focus on the important role public art plays in placemaking and strengthening local communities. For the inaugural year\, four communities have been selected to host the new murals: Dunkirk\, Falconer\, Sherman\, and Westfield. Coordinating the effort is Alexandra Hall from A H Public Spaces Consulting\, LLC\, who has assisted with other community mural project around the country. \nFunding for this project is allotted through CCPEG’s placemaking initiative\, and additional funding has come from grant funding through New York State Council on the Arts\, Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation\, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation\, Arts Services Inc.\, Ralph C. Wilson\, Jr. Foundation\, Lake Shore Savings\, and the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County. \nFor more information about Paint CHQ\, visit www.ChooseCHQ.com/PaintCHQ.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/paint-chq-mural-dedication-dunkirk-the-coburn-block/
LOCATION:The Coburn Block\, 123 Central Ave\, Dunkirk\, 14048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Antiques
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SUMMARY:PAINT CHQ - Mural Dedication: Falconer @ State Lanes Bowling Alley
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2025 PAINT CHQ Mural Festival! A dedication of a brand new\, public mural\, featuring the artwork of Mandi Caskey – aka “Miss Birdy”\, will take place at 3 p.m. Saturday\, September 13 in Falconer\, NY. The Dedication Event will take place at State Lanes bowling alley. \nIn addition to the dedication\, the Village has a whole day of events planned at Davis Park to help us celebrate the new mural! Starting at 10am with the Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market\, enjoy live music\, food trucks\, face painting\, historic walking tours\, chicken barbecue\, and more! \nAnnounced in February\, Paint CHQ is a new initiative intended to help focus on the important role public art plays in placemaking and strengthening local communities. For the inaugural year\, four communities have been selected to host the new murals: Dunkirk\, Falconer\, Sherman\, and Westfield. Coordinating the effort is Alexandra Hall from A H Public Spaces Consulting\, LLC\, who has assisted with other community mural project around the country. \nFunding for this project is allotted through CCPEG’s placemaking initiative\, and additional funding has come from grant funding through New York State Council on the Arts\, Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation\, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation\, Arts Services Inc.\, Ralph C. Wilson\, Jr. Foundation\, Lake Shore Savings\, and the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County. \nFor more information about Paint CHQ\, visit www.ChooseCHQ.com/PaintCHQ.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/paint-chq-mural-dedication-falconer-state-lanes-bowling-alley/
LOCATION:State Lanes Bowling Alley\, 16 E Main St\, Falconer\, NY\, 14733\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Antiques
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth":MAILTO:ccpartnership1@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:PAINT CHQ - Mural Dedication: Sherman @ The Cornerstone
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2025 PAINT CHQ Mural Festival! A dedication of a brand new\, public mural\, featuring the artwork of Emily Ding and Justin Suarez\, will take place at 1:30 p.m. Saturday\, September 13 in Sherman\, NY. The Dedication Event will take place on stage across from the Cornerstone Restaurant. \nA full day of free events is lined up from 11:30am-6pm\, when a variety of local artists will be showcased\, including everything from tie dying to woodworking\, and kids’ crafts. After the mural dedication\, stick around for the Sherman Music Festival\, with games and entertainment\, vendors and food trucks\, and live music from 2-11pm. \nAnnounced in February\, Paint CHQ is a new initiative intended to help focus on the important role public art plays in placemaking and strengthening local communities. For the inaugural year\, four communities have been selected to host the new murals: Dunkirk\, Falconer\, Sherman\, and Westfield. Coordinating the effort is Alexandra Hall from A H Public Spaces Consulting\, LLC\, who has assisted with other community mural project around the country. \nFunding for this project is allotted through CCPEG’s placemaking initiative\, and additional funding has come from grant funding through New York State Council on the Arts\, Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation\, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation\, Arts Services Inc.\, Ralph C. Wilson\, Jr. Foundation\, Lake Shore Savings\, and the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County. \nFor more information about Paint CHQ\, visit www.ChooseCHQ.com/PaintCHQ.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/paint-chq-mural-dedication-sherman-the-cornerstone/
LOCATION:The Cornerstone\, 104 E Main St\, Sherman\, 14781\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Antiques
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth":MAILTO:ccpartnership1@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:PAINT CHQ - Mural Dedication: Westfield @ Grace & Abe's
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2025 PAINT CHQ Mural Festival! A dedication of a brand new\, public mural\, featuring the artwork of Dom Laporte of DRIFT Mural Co.\, will take place at 5 p.m. Friday\, September 12 in Westfield\, NY. The Dedication Event will take place at Grace & Abe’s at 14. N. Portage St. Stick around after the dedication to enjoy live music by Adam McKillip\, food and drinks\, and more! \nAnnounced in February\, Paint CHQ is a new initiative intended to help focus on the important role public art plays in placemaking and strengthening local communities. For the inaugural year\, four communities have been selected to host the new murals: Dunkirk\, Falconer\, Sherman\, and Westfield. Coordinating the effort is Alexandra Hall from A H Public Spaces Consulting\, LLC\, who has assisted with other community mural project around the country. \nFunding for this project is allotted through CCPEG’s placemaking initiative\, and additional funding has come from grant funding through New York State Council on the Arts\, Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation\, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation\, Arts Services Inc.\, Ralph C. Wilson\, Jr. Foundation\, Lake Shore Savings\, and the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County. \nFor more information about Paint CHQ\, visit www.ChooseCHQ.com/PaintCHQ.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/paint-chq-mural-dedication-westfield-grace-abes/
LOCATION:Grace and Abe’s\, 14 North Portage St\, Westfield\, 14787\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Antiques
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T180000
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SUMMARY:Paint CHQ - Falconer Artist Talk - Mandi Caskey\, AKA Miss Birdy
DESCRIPTION:Meet the artist behind Falconer’s mural before its big dedication! \nMandi Caskey\, aka “Miss Birdy\,” is a Columbus–based muralist whose vibrant style blends whimsical elements and bold colors. Her work brings life to urban spaces and community projects\, drawing inspiration from nature\, folklore\, and local culture to create murals that resonate with viewers of all ages. \nHer artistry has been featured in numerous exhibitions and festivals\, and she is committed to sharing her passion for art through workshops and educational programs with aspiring artists. Through her creativity and dedication\, Caskey transforms ordinary walls into extraordinary narratives. \nAt this special talk\, Caskey will share about her journey as an artist and what it’s like to paint big walls around the world. \nJoin us at the Falconer High School Auditorium at 6 p.m. on Thursday\, Sept. 11\, 2025. The event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome! \nThis artist talk is part of the 2025 PAINT CHQ Mural Festival and is a build up to the Falconer Mural Festival\, which will take place from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday\, Sept. 13\, 2025. Join us at 3 p.m. that day for the mural dedication at State Lanes\, 16 E. Main Street. \nLearn more: facebook.com/share/1D9HEbRpTc/ \n——————— \nAnnounced in February\, Paint CHQ is a new initiative intended to help focus on the important role public art plays in placemaking and strengthening local communities. For the inaugural year\, four communities have been selected to host the new murals: Dunkirk\, Falconer\, Sherman\, and Westfield. Coordinating the effort is Alexandra Hall from A H Public Spaces Consulting\, LLC\, who has assisted with other community mural project around the country. \nFunding for this project is allotted through CCPEG’s placemaking initiative\, and additional funding has come from grant funding through New York State Council on the Arts\, Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation\, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation\, Arts Services Inc.\, Ralph C. Wilson\, Jr. Foundation\, Lake Shore Savings\, and the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County. \nFor more information about Paint CHQ\, visit www.ChooseCHQ.com/PaintCHQ.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/paint-chq-falconer-artist-talk-mandi-caskey-aka-miss-birdy/
LOCATION:Falconer High School\, 2 E Ave\, Falconer\, NY\, 14733\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth":MAILTO:ccpartnership1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T180000
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SUMMARY:PAINT CHQ - Dunkirk Artist Talk - Alain Welter
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2025 PAINT CHQ Mural Festival! An artist talk featuring professional muralist Alain Welter from Luxembourg. The talk will take place at 6 p.m. Wednesday\, September 10 at the SUNY Fredonia Center for Innovation and Economic Development in Dunkirk\, NY (formerly known as the SUNY Fredonia Tech Incubator). \nThe talk is a build up to the Mural Dedication\, happening in Dunkirk on Saturday\, September 13 at 6 p.m. at the Coburn Block\, 123 Central Ave. \nAnnounced in February\, Paint CHQ is a new initiative intended to help focus on the important role public art plays in placemaking and strengthening local communities. For the inaugural year\, four communities have been selected to host the new murals: Dunkirk\, Falconer\, Sherman\, and Westfield. Coordinating the effort is Alexandra Hall from A H Public Spaces Consulting\, LLC\, who has assisted with other community mural project around the country. \nFunding for this project is allotted through CCPEG’s placemaking initiative\, and additional funding has come from grant funding through New York State Council on the Arts\, Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation\, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation\, Arts Services Inc.\, Ralph C. Wilson\, Jr. Foundation\, Lake Shore Savings\, and the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County. \nFor more information about Paint CHQ\, visit www.ChooseCHQ.com/PaintCHQ.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/paint-chq-dunkirk-artist-talk-alain-welter/
LOCATION:SUNY Fredonia Center for Innovation & Economic Development\, 214 Central Ave\, Fredonia\, 14048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth":MAILTO:ccpartnership1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T170000
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SUMMARY:PAINT CHQ - Westfield Artist Talk - Dom Laporte of DRIFT Mural Co.
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2025 PAINT CHQ Mural Festival! An artist talk featuring professional muralist Dom Laporte of DRIFT Mural Co. from Ottawa\, Ontario. The talk will take place at 5 p.m. Tuesday\, September 9 at Eason Hall in Westfield\, NY. \nThe talk is a build up to the Mural Dedication\, happening in Westfield on Friday\, September 12 at 5 p.m. at Grace & Abe’s (14. N. Portage St.). \nAnnounced in February\, Paint CHQ is a new initiative intended to help focus on the important role public art plays in placemaking and strengthening local communities. For the inaugural year\, four communities have been selected to host the new murals: Dunkirk\, Falconer\, Sherman\, and Westfield. Coordinating the effort is Alexandra Hall from A H Public Spaces Consulting\, LLC\, who has assisted with other community mural project around the country. \nFunding for this project is allotted through CCPEG’s placemaking initiative\, and additional funding has come from grant funding through New York State Council on the Arts\, Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation\, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation\, Arts Services Inc.\, Ralph C. Wilson\, Jr. Foundation\, Lake Shore Savings\, and the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County. \nFor more information about Paint CHQ\, visit www.ChooseCHQ.com/PaintCHQ.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/paint-chq-westfield-artist-talk-dom-laporte-of-drift-mural-co/
LOCATION:Eason Hall\, 23 Elm St\, Westfield\, 14787\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth":MAILTO:ccpartnership1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T180000
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SUMMARY:PAINT CHQ - Sherman Artist Talk - Emily Ding and Justin Suarez
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2025 PAINT CHQ Mural Festival! An artist talk featuring professional muralists Emily Ding and Justin Suarez\, aka “Aerosol Kingdom”. The talk will take place at 6 p.m. Monday\, September 8 at the Cornerstone Restaurant in Sherman\, NY. \nThe talk is a build up to the Mural Dedication\, happening in Sherman on Saturday\, September 13 at 1:30 p.m. at the Cornerstone (104 E. Main St.). \nAnnounced in February\, Paint CHQ is a new initiative intended to help focus on the important role public art plays in placemaking and strengthening local communities. For the inaugural year\, four communities have been selected to host the new murals: Dunkirk\, Falconer\, Sherman\, and Westfield. Coordinating the effort is Alexandra Hall from A H Public Spaces Consulting\, LLC\, who has assisted with other community mural project around the country. \nFunding for this project is allotted through CCPEG’s placemaking initiative\, and additional funding has come from grant funding through New York State Council on the Arts\, Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation\, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation\, Arts Services Inc.\, Ralph C. Wilson\, Jr. Foundation\, Lake Shore Savings\, and the United Arts Appeal of Chautauqua County. \nFor more information about Paint CHQ\, visit www.ChooseCHQ.com/PaintCHQ.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/paint-chq-sherman-artist-talk-emily-ding-and-justin-suarez/
LOCATION:The Cornerstone\, 104 E Main St\, Sherman\, 14781\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth":MAILTO:ccpartnership1@gmail.com
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