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“The Art of the Cake” featured for 2nd Saturday in Collingswood in May and June!

Collingswood’s monthly downtown art and music event is getting a little sweeter for May and June featuring arts and artistic treats from local art students, bakers and painters.

Students from The Art institute of Philadelphia will display cakes decorated in the style of famous works of art at the outdoor patio of Grooveground Coffeebar (647 Haddon Ave). Visitors can cast votes for their favorite cake by coin drop of most fantastically decorated cakes.

Guests can also watch as local artists create cake and dessert related paintings on large canvasses on the patio. This large scale cake art exhibition will hang at Grooveground through June.

During the June 2nd Saturday event on June 9, local bakers and pastry chefs from Collingswood and surrounding towns will tackle their interpretations of art-themed cakes and present desserts for judging at Grooveground. Winners each month receive Collingswood Cash prizes.

“The Art of the Cake” is held in addition to Collingswood’s monthly 2nd Saturday festivities – a free, open air arts walk with dozens of one night exhibitions from jewelers, painters, potters, crafters and artists that show their pieces along Haddon Ave sidewalks and storefronts from 6 to 9 p.m. Art and music are on display along every block in historic, downtown Collingwood for visitors to enjoy while shopping and dining in town. Like the 2nd Saturday Collingswood Facebook page to learn more about artists and exhibits each month.

In the event of rain, the Art of The Cake exhibition will be moved indoors to Collingswood Borough Hall, 678 Haddon Ave. Cakes will not be sampled at the event, but local businesses throughout Collingswood will join in the fun by having dessert and retail specials for 2nd Saturday. There is no rain date for 2nd Saturday events. During inclement weather, artists and exhibitions are paired with business owners and moved inside.

May 2012 2nd Saturday Music
Aster's Floral & Gifts, 571 Haddon Ave., Ray Long & the New Generation
Warner Landscape & Patio, 641 Haddon Ave, Common Folk (Power Trio)
Knights Bistro, 700 Haddon Ave., She Hates Me (Duo)
El Sitio Cafe & Grill, 729 Haddon Ave., Bill McConney (Solo Acoustic)
Villa Barone, 751 Haddon Ave., John Rossi "Roscoe Music"

Collingswood Music, 817 Haddon Avenue:
5:30  Student recital
6:30 Bob Kelley - A Collingswood original! Come check out Bob as he plays rare old songs from the 50's and 60's and many original compositions on his super cool old guitar and dobro. 

If you are an artist or musician that would like to participate in 2nd Saturday, see below to find out how to display your work.You can be added to an artists mailing list and 2nd Saturday artist database by emailing 2ndsat@collingswood.com. You do not need to email event organizers to register for the event. Participation is free and no preregistartion is needed. Directions to participate are below.

2nd Saturday was started by a collection of store owners that had an interest in promoting the arts in Collingswood. This monthly arts event, now under the umbrella of Collingswood Partners, Inc., has turned into one of the more popular town events and grows every month with new artists and participating store locations.  Established in 2004, Second Saturday Collingswood is an exciting event designed to expose local artists and musicians to the many residents and visitors of Collingswood and the surrounding area.  Each month visitors can plan a night on the town to experience the unique arts, music, shopping and dining Collingswood is known for. As always, Second Saturdays are free. Just visit Collingswood, stroll and enjoy the culture - on us.

To find out more or to inquire about participating, please visit the “2nd Saturday Collingswood” Facebook page and "Like Us"

CHECK OUT 2ND SATURDAY ON FACEBOOK and become a fan! 

For Artists: Each artist is responsible for placing themselves along Haddon Avenue for the event.  Set up anywhere on along Haddon Avenue on the sidewalk, make sure you leave enough room for pedestrians to pass on the sidewalk, and get permission from the business (if they are open) that you are in front of to set up.  Many of you have spots that you generally set up in but we want to stress that all spots along the avenue are available on a first come, first serve basis.  If you are unfamiliar with Haddon Avenue we generally recommend choosing a location between Fern Ave and E. Knight Ave on either side of the street. Powell Avenue at the Lumberyard is also available for artists.  Set up begins at 5pm and the event runs from 6-9pm.  Each artist is responsible for easels, tables, chairs, equipment and for setting-up their stations. Locations are available outside most stores, restaurants and public buildings. We can not accommodate tents at this time. 

Come on out on the Second Saturday of every month (weather permitting) between 6-9pm, it is a great way to show your work, commission-free and in a fantastic street fair atmosphere.  Now that the weather is warm, many people stroll the avenue late into the evening.

For Musicians: Music performances are a very popular part of the 2nd Saturday event. This is a great way for upcoming groups and musicians to gain exposure. Music performances are non-paying. You are encouraged to leave a tip jar, which has been very successful for most musicians. We ask all artists and musicians to invite friends, family and art-lovers to come out!. If a performer or group interested in performing, please contact Music Chairman Sam Caruso at secondsatmusic@aol.com.  NOTE:  In order to avoid drowning out neighboring music, musicians MUST be booked through Sam Caruso.  If you are not a scheduled musician for the evening, we will ask you to leave.

Established in 2004, Second Saturday Collingswood is an exciting event designed to expose local artists and musicians to the many residents and visitors of Collingswood and the surrounding area. Each month visitors can plan a night on the town to experience the unique arts, music, shopping and dining Collingswood is known for. As always, Second Saturdays are free. just visit Collingswood, stroll and enjoy the culture - on us.

Artists interested in participating to please visit "2nd Saturday Collingswood" on Facebook to stay up date on info for each month's event.  Also, if you know of other artists that would be interested in participating, please direct them to the Facebook page.

Thank you for your continued interest, tell your artist friends, spread the word, and let's make this into something great! Everyone is welcome to be part of the fun!

Sincerely,
The Collingswood Second Saturday Team

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