Call For Artists

A Clean Poorly Lighted Space is a new and unique exhibition space located in the Applied Arts Building of the University of Wisconsin-Stout. ACPL Space encourages proposals, progressive ideas, and most importantly progressive work. For submission requirements and information please contact the gallery at ACPLSpace@yahoo.com

Contact: Coley Beekman   Phone: 715-379-0865   Email: beekmann@uwstout.edu  

Pottery Studio/Production Space Available

If you're a potter and need a place to work, I have a beautiful, well equipped studio with space for rent; includes electric wheels, gas and electric kilns, Raku kiln, Brant slab roller, pug mill, glaze kitchen and more. On beautiful, rural property 10 min from EC.

Contact: Barry Weiss   Phone: 836-9800   Email: barry@hummingbirdpottery.net  

Amateur Photographer Looking for Internship with Pro

I'll be home on break during the summer and would like to find a professional photographer to learn from and in return would be an unpaid assistant.

Contact: Tom Pellatt   Phone: 410-4040   Email: tpellatt@gmail.com  

Call for Artists

We are in the planning stages for the Third Annual Apples & Art Tour on September 19th 2009. This family-friendly event spans two apple orchards, a “Pick your own” garden with trails, and an art studio/farm with gardens on Eau Claire's south side. We are growing the tour and are looking for artists and musicians to participate. Please consider joining us!

Contact: Jean Young   Phone: 858-5998   Email: youngfarm@charter.net  

Chalkfest Now Accepting Artist Registrations

Chalkfest, a festival featuring more than 50 artists doing amazing, large-scale chalk artwork on the sidewalks of Wilson Park, is seeking artists. Last year over 5,000 attended. Aug. 8 all day and into the evening plus gallery day Aug. 9. Space is limited. Contact Volume One at 552-0457 or visit www.ChalkFest.org for more info.

Steel Magnolias

Auditions for the Chippewa Valley Cultural Association's September production of Steel Magnolias will take place at the Heyde Center, Aug. 3 & Tuesday, Aug. 4 at 7pm. Come prepared with a short poem for auditions. Call CVCA office [726-9000] for more information.

Virusaur Seeks Drummer

New band (guitarist + bassist) seeks drummer for stoner rock ‘n’ roll band. Influences include Kyuss, Clutch, Queens of the Stone Age and the Melvins. We like experimenting with sounds.

Contact: Samuel Brooks   Phone: 846-5148  

Experienced Guitarist, Bass player and Harmonica Player Looking for work and fun

Playing pro since 72. Blues, R&R, improvisation and experimental Death polka are some of my interests. Creating and releasing originals have been my bread & butter in my early years but television (Public Access) has been a recent passion. Call Craig at 667-3600.

Try Outs for EC United Soccer for 2010 Summer Teams

For boys and girls ages 8-17: ECU is a volunteer-run organization improving soccer players through coaching and increased competition. The Club plays in the Minnesota Youth Soccer Association (MYSA) league so we are a traveling club. Games are in the Cities and Eau Claire. Spring/Summer season. Visit ecusoccer.org for info.

Contact: Mary Lauer   Phone: 835-3043   Email: mary-lauer@sbcglobal.net  

Art With Heart for the Humane Association

Help the Eau Claire County Humane Association With your original Artwork! Come to the shelter and choose an animal to be the inspiration for your artwork piece. Take pictures, spend time with him/her and ask the ECCHA questions about this animal. Then create your masterpiece in any medium! Must be complete by September 22. Artwork created from other animals also be accepted.

Contact: Lauren Evans   Phone: 839-4747x25   Email: director@eccha.org  

SEEKING TALENTED VIDEO CONTRIBUTORS

Volume One magazine is gearing up to produce a variety of video content for its website at www.volumeone.org. If you have skills in shooting and editing video (documentaries, narratives, art films, whatever) we`d like to take a look at a demo reel and talk to you. Check out our video efforts thus far on our website (click on V1 Video) and email Nick at: nick@volumeone.org for details.

Punch TV Film Festival Seeks Directors

Punch TV Network is counting down to the launch of our national television network, seeking independent, innovative film, television, music video and movie directors that would like to have a shot at broadcasting their film to over 480 million homes around the world.

Contact: Joseph Collins   Phone: 323-754-1111   Email: jdizzy@punchtv.net  

Sponsorship Opportunity for Tuesday Night Blues at Owen Park

The Chippewa Valley Blues Society is presenting a FREE summer of Blues, every Tuesday evening at Owen Park. Still looking for sponsors to support the 15 weeks of Music. Help fund a band, an evening, a Month of Music or the whole season. Show your support for the blues and free community music events. Call 577-4197 or email Ken@Fulgione.net.

Contact: Ken Fulgione   Phone: 577-4197   Email: ken@fulgione.net  

CONTRIBUTE TO VOLUME ONE

Volume One is created by a motley crew of volunteer writers, photographers, illustrators, and more. It`s a great way to connect with your community, and we give out free swag whenever we can. Call Trevor at 552-0457 or e-mail trevor@volumeone.org to get involved.

Greasy Fixins

A growing local organization dedicated to fixing bikes to recycle back to the community. We are always looking for tools, volunteers, bikes, or bike parts. Any donations are welcome and greatly appreciated. Biking is good for the waistline, environment, and pocketbook. Check us out online for more information and a calender of events. Contact: ecbikes@gmail.com; www.ecbikes.blogspot.com

Drummer Wanted

Established original band, seeking "experienced" drummer for casual/fun gigs. Be from Menomonie area, must have wheels and sticks. Our influences: Neil Young/Crazy Horse, Zappa, 'mats, Johnny Cash, and Ramones. By the way, we smoke, literally. Contact Rob at: bcmc@centurytel.net

Contact: Rob Rule   Phone: 715-643-2541   Email: bcmc@centurytel.net  

Singer Seeking Guitarist/Backup Band

Versatile female singer seeks instrumental backup for coffeehouses, restaurants, weddings, etc. Many styles - pop, country, folk, celtic, soft rock, contemp. christian. Eau Claire, Menomonie, Redwing area and could travel to Twin Cities. Would split pay from gigs equally. Got backup?

Contact: Julie Fenter   Phone: 639-3969/495-7244   Email: juliejavajoy@gmail.com  

Lead Vocalist

Vocalist looking to start a new band or join and existing one. Country music is my genre. Would like to play all modern and some old. I am from the Menomonie area.

Contact: Tom   Phone: 612-499-1714   Email: tomcatmeyers@yahoo.com  

Go Bang Bang Da Drum You Lollipop

Drummer needed for grunge band. Call Justin at 529-1378.

Guitar Teacher Wanted

The Boys & Girls Club of the Greater Chippewa Valley seeks a guitar enthusiast to teach youth how to play the guitar. 855-0081 • mike@bgca-chippewa.org.

Looking for Young, Talented Vocalist for a Serious Musical Endeavour

Looking for a young, male/female vocalist (guitar/keyboard experience a plus) to pursue music, touring, and all the shin-digs involved. Style is electroacoustic/alternative (e.g., The Postal Service, All Time Low). I have: managerial representation, studio availability, a summer tour path. Serious replies only. Contact KCulver32@gmail.com with a short bio/mp3s.

Craig Barr's Live and Taped Music Television Shows

Looking for drummer and bass player for public access television music shows. Also female vocalist and on camera phone personality. These are a "for fun only" situations. I Have been doing the shows for 16 years in Eau Claire and since 1982 in New York. The show is a lot of fun.

Contact: Craig Barr   Phone: 667-3600   Email: craig056@centurytel.net  

Garden Plots Available to Rent

The EC Country Extension Office offers garden plots for rent at the Community Garden Site near the North Crossing. $32 for a 20'/50' tilled plot, plus access to water. Stop by or call: 718-839-4712; 227 1st St. W., Altoona, M-F 8am-5pm.

GET INVOLVED IN THE CHIPPEWA VALLEY YOUTH SYMPHONY

The CVYS has just acquired an office and we are seeking volunteers willing to help in the office. you can help with any of these: newsletter, website, mailings, computer work. Interested? Call -715.955.4095 or email - info@cvyouthsymphony.org.

Volunteer at the State Theatre

Join our amazing cast of volunteers. We are seeking individuals or groups to donate their time and talents from ushering to helping out behind the scenes. Our volunteers are our stars. Contact Rose at 832-2787 or e-mail info@eauclairearts.com.

DEPENDABLE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT THE COMMUNITY TABLE

Volunteers are needed for: meal preparation, event planning, data entry, grant writing, phone contacts, and other areas of assistance. To get involved, please contact Nadine Jentzsch at 835-4977 or www.thecommunitytable.org.

DeLong Middle School Seeks Volunteers

Please consider volunteering at DeLong once a week and make a positive impact on a middle school student! We will work around your schedule with many volunteer opportunities including tutoring, mentoring and helping with special events and projects.

Contact: Teri Piper Thompson   Phone: 715 852-4907   Email: tpiperthompson@ecasd.k12.wi.us  

Treatment Foster Care Parents

LSS is currently seeking treatment foster care parents. The goal of a treatment foster parent is to provide for the physical, emotional and social needs of children in a family setting until the child's biological family can be reunited or an alternate permanent placement can be implemented. Training is thoroughly provided for foster parents. Call 832-2221 ex: 2131 for details!

Contact: Lauren Krukowski   Phone: 832-2221 ex 2131   Email: lkrukowski64@lsswis.org  

Eau Claire Ragtime Festival

The organizing committee (Board of Directors) needs volunteers who enjoy event planning, promoting a unique music event and benefitting a local non-profit organization. Monthly meetings, more intense work Nov-Jan. Info at www.ecragtime.org.

Contact: Lorraine Henning   Phone: 715-878-4224   Email: hennings@discover-net.net  

Ski Sprites Water Ski Show Team

The Ski Sprites Water Ski Show Team is looking for new members. If you like to waterski, great! If not, we also are looking for writers, entertainers, sound and stage help, boat drivers and safety personnel, and other fun-loving people that make our non-profit organization thrive! www.skisprites.com

Contact: Matt Weber   Phone: 563-1303   Email: execboard@skisprites.com  

History in the making at Chippewa Valley Museum

Experience area history at Chippewa Valley Museum located in Carson Park. We're getting ready for a busy spring & summer. Volunteer with us weekdays or weekends. Work with other volunteers and staff who share your interests. Training provided. Contact for more info or a tour.

Contact: Mary Fandel   Phone: 834-7871   Email: m.fandel@cvmuseum.com  

Host Families Wanted

Ever thought about hosting a foreign exchange student? We are looking for families willing to open their homes to a high school exchange student for 10 months to gain the experience of a lifetime. Volunteer for this non-profit and enhance your family's life.

Contact: Gretchen Oster   Email: woletzgr@gmail.com  

Hungry Volunteers

Help us serve or join us for a meal at the community table, serving hot meals to those who need food and hospitality and providing a space where everyone feels welcome, comfortable and safe.

Phone: 835-4977   Email: thecommunitytable@sbcglobal.net  

Volunteers Needed for Television Music Shows at Banbury Place

Seeking sound, lights and general help in producing a few different music shows. Some are live call in shows and other shows are taped.

Contact: Craig Barr   Phone: 667-3600   Email: craig056@centurytel.net  

Beaver Creek Reserve Seeks Volunteers

Beaver Creek Reserve is in need of volunteers to help out in the Butterfly House!

Contact: Angie Serchen   Phone: 877-2212  

Family Support Center Seeks On-Call Advocate Volunteers

Volunteers will provide evening and weekend coverage on a rotating basis for the 24-hour hotline and serve as a compassionate presence in the center.

Phone: 723-1138/1-800-400-7020 (Kelsey)   Email: resourcedev-fsc@sbcglobal.net  

LOCAL ESSAYS WANTED

Volume One is seeking local submissions for our Thinkpiece section. Reader-submitted reflective essays on a wide variety of ideas, analysis, theories, and notions are welcome; local topics are most likely to be selected for publication. Submit 600- to 800-word essays for consideration to trevor@volumeone.org or Volume One, 17 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire

EDITORIAL INTERNSHIP

Write and edit for the Chippewa Valley`s biweekly arts and culture publication. Requirements: training/experience in nonfiction writing and reporting, an active interest in local arts and culture, attention to detail. Spring, summer, or fall. 10 hours/week unpaid in the Volume One office; flexible scheduling. Send résumé and relevant work samples to Trevor Kupfer, Volume One, 17 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire WI 54701, or trevor@volumeone.org.