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Sat. Oct. 17, 2009-- 12-3p.m.: RCAA's Arts Flair (Pearl, MS)

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Join us on Saturday, October 17, 2009 from 12-3p.m. at the Pearl Public Library (2416 Old Brandon Road * Pearl, MS) for our annual Arts Flair.

Members of the alliance will be on hand with their work and available to talk with you about their plans to encourage literacy, more creative activities in the school system, and what they do and how you can support them in having more opportunities in Rankin County. Interested in becoming a member? We'll be able to tell you how you can join us!

ADMISSION TO THIS MEETING IS FREE, AND REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED.Make sure to visit www.rankincountyarts.org for frequent updates. Need more information? Contact Cyrus A. Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616.

RCAA Outlines It's Agenda for 2009-2010

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On Tuesday, July 14, 2009 the Rankin county Arts Alliance held its first meeting of the new fiscal year at the Pearl Public Library. Thje purpose of the meeting was to outline the organization's agenda for the new year and discuss how it could work with more with businesses to get its members the most exposure and build partnerships throughout the state.

Led by third year President Cyrus A. Webb, the following agenda was outlined:
* The Official Rankin County Arts Alliance website (www.rankincountyarts.org) will be updated weekly to stay current with new developments.

* The new RCAA brochures have been printed and will be distributed to area businesses and libraries as an introduction to the work the RCAA is doing and let others know how they can support and participate.

* The RCAA has renewed its membership with the Rankin County Chamber of Commerce in order to stay abreast with events and activities going on throughout Rankin County.

* RCAA board of directors and members will use social networking sites such as Twitter, Facebook and Myspace to let their associates and others know what is going on with the organization.

* The RCAA will work with the community, including the school system, to encourage the arts among the youth.

* Businesses that have been supportive of the RCAA in the past (i.e. Cups in Brandon, MS Blood Services, Cici's Pizza in Brandon, Community Banks in Rankin County, etc) will be a continued source of displaying the talent of Rankin County.

* The RCAA will take the lead in empowering the county to use the arts to help ohters and heal some of the issues Rankin County is dealing with through creativity.

RCAA members Mary Ann Galle (Treasurer) and Mary Porter also outlined businesses and ways that the RCAA can show their support of businesses in Rankin County, and Galle talked about how she has found success through the MS Farmers Market.

The Rankin County Arts Alliance will be hosted its yearly Arts Flair on Saturday, August 22, 2009. Details will be announced soon.
For more information, contact Cyrus A. Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616.

RCAA Hosts 1st Meeting of 2009-2010 Fiscal Year: Tues. July 14, 2009

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The Rankin County Arts Alliance is pleased to announce that its first meeting of the 2009-2010 Fiscal Year on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at the Pearl Public Library in Pearl, MS.

The meeting will begin at 6p.m. and will outline what the organization's plans are for the fiscal year, including our plans to further promote reading, the arts and dialogue in Rankin County. Admission is free, and refreshments will be served.

For more information, contact Cyrus A. Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616. You can also visit www.rankincountyarts.org .

RCAA Member Mary Ann Galle on Display in Jackson, MS during June 2009

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The Rankin County Arts Alliance is pleased to announce that member Mary Ann Galle is on display during the month of June 2009 at the Arts Center of Mississippi in Jackson, MS.

Galle is sharing the stage with fellow artists Anthony Difatta and Chris Olszewski until June 27, 2009. In the area? The Arts Center is located at 201 East Pascagoula Street.

To find out more information about the exhibit, call 601.960.1557.

Conversations recognizes author Patricia Neely-Dorsey

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Conversations Book Club President Cyrus A. Webb is pleased to announce that this week's review that appears in the Clarion Ledger Newspaper (Rankin Ledger Insert) is of author Patricia Neely-Dorsey's book Reflections of a Mississippi Magnolia.

(Read the review here: http://www.rankinledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090103/LIFE/901030305/1003)

Author Patricia Neely-Dorsey also sat down for a "Take Ten" Interview with Conversations about herself and her book. Read an excerpt below:

In 2009 many new literary voices will be joining the growing coalition of published authors. One such individual is Patricia Neely-Dorsey. Her book Refections of a Mississippi Magnolia was released in 2008 to glowing reviews, and she will be spending her time getting it out to the world in the coming months while writing on her next project. Patricia took out time recently to talk with Conversations about her beginnings as a writer, the book and what keeps her going. Here is our conversation.

Happy New Year to you, Patricia, and thank you for taking out time to participate in Conversations' "Take Ten". Before we talk about your book Reflections of A Mississippi Magnolia I want you to talk about you. How would you describe yourself and your evolution over the years?
Happy New Year to you, Cyrus, and Thank You for this wonderful opportunity to share with you about my book. In answer to your question, I would say that I have always thought of myself as very interesting and unique. On all of the questionnaires that I ever filled out since I was in grade school, I always described myself as that. Everyone also tells me that I am very funny.. so I guess I am that , too. People are always commenting on how funny some of my poems are. Evolution? Although ,I felt that I really knew myself inside and out and that everything was pretty much set with me, I think a real evolution began in me and with me when I turned 40. All of a sudden, it seemed that I just had all of these new revelations about myself and the world around me. It was like a new lease on life. The forties have truly been fabulous. and very eye-opening thus far. I feel that I know myself so much better and that I am so much more comfortable in the skin I'm in.

Growing up, I believe everyone has a dream about what they see themselves doing. For you how would were you answering the question "What do you want to be when you grow up?"
As far as what I dreamed of and wanted to be when I grew up , I never really had a realistic, concrete idea of that. In grade school, my idol was Beverly Johnson, one of the first black "supermodels", so naturally I wanted to be a supermodel but being 5'6 (not quite tall enough) and living in Tupelo, MS. I started to realize that probably wouldn't happen ...But, then again, Elvis Presley came from Tupeloso anything is possible (LOL). Obama validated that for all of us.

To read the entire interview with the author click here: http://authorstaketen.blogspot.com/2009/01/take-ten-author-patricia-neely-dorsey.html

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Sat. Nov. 29, 2008: RCAA Member holds closing ceremony in Pearl, MS

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Fri. Oct. 17: Rankin County Arts Alliance Announcements

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2008: The Rankin County Arts Alliance is pleased to announce that its next public meeting will be on Monday, October 20, 2008 at 6p.m. at the Subway Restaurant in Pearl, MS (3000 HWY 80E). During this meeting the new 2008-2009 directories will be distributed to current members as well as to those who join the alliance. The website for the alliance has been relaunched as http://www.rankincountyarts.org. RCAA President will talk about his new campaign to work with schools in the Rankin County area as well as announce new partners with the alliance. Those interested in having their questions answered about the alliance's direction heading into the new year are welcome to attend. Annual membership dues for the RCAA are $20 for adults and $10 for those 18 and under. For more information contact Cyrus A. Webb at 601.896.5616 or cawebb4@juno.com.
ARTS & CRAFTS VENDORS SOUGHT: Grace Baptist Church, 1013 Hwy. 471 in Brandon, will hold an Arts & Crafts Fair on Nov. 8. Vendor spaces are available for $20. Those interested should call the church at (601) 824-7334.
RCAA Member Mary Ann Galle art display Oct-Nov. 2008: We are pleased to remind you that RCAA member Mary Ann Galle will be displaying artwork at the Pearl Public Library in Pearl, MS during the months of October and November 2008. Make sure to visit the large conference room and see some of her beautiful work. For library hours, call 601.932.2562.

Have announcements you want others to know about? Send them to cawebb4@juno.com!

RCAA Meeting---- Monday, October 20, 2008

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The Rankin County Arts Alliance is pleased to announce that its next public meeting will be on Monday, October 20, 2008 at 6p.m. at the Subway Restaurant in Pearl, MS (3000 HWY 80E).

During this meeting the new 2008-2009 directories will be distributed to current members as well as to those who join the alliance. The website for the alliance will be relaunched on October 1, 2008 from http://rankincountyarts.blogspot.com to http://www.rankincountyarts.com. RCAA President will talk about his new campaign to work with schools in the Rankin County area as well as announce new partners with the alliance.

Those interested in having their questions answered about the alliance's direction heading into the new year are welcome to attend. Annual membership dues for the RCAA are $20 for adults and $10 for those 18 and under.

For more information contact Cyrus A. Webb at 601.896.5616 or cawebb4@juno.com.

Former Governor William Winter's book "The Measure of Our Days" selected as Sept. 2008 book of the month

2008-09-07T19:50:00.000-07:00

The "Nonfiction Conversations" Book Club in Mississippi has chosen the book "The Measure of our Days" by former Governor William Winter to be discussed during September 2008 as their book of the month.
(NOTE: A review of the book appeared in the Rankin Ledger on Sat. September 6, 2008. Read it here: http://www.rankinledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080906/LIFE/809060305/1003)

The public is invited to the meeting on Thursday, September 18, 2008 at the Pearl Public Library (Old Brandon Road * Pearl, MS) beginning at 6p.m. Whether you have read the book or not, you are encouraged to attend. Moderated by book club President Cyrus A. Webb, they will discuss how Winter's speeches and writings foreshadowed the current political scene that we now find ourselves in.

Admission free. Light refreshments will be provided by the book club. For more information, contact Cyrus A. Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616. Information about the book club can be found at http://www.thebestbookclub.info.

TAKE TEN: Our interview with Bestselling author Andrew M. Greeley

2008-08-30T08:24:00.000-07:00

When it comes to discussing international bestselling authors today, it is impossible not to include Father Andrew M. Greeley. He has produced over 50 bestselling novels over the past few decades, and I have had the pleasure to read and enjoy 15 of them myself. His tales of the lives of those who devote themselves to the service of the church have sparked dialogue and controversy almost from the beginning of his career. But there has been a positive side to his career and success as well. When talking about Greeley, Reverend Ron Rolheiser said this: "Nobody has ever left the church because of an Andrew Greeley novel, but many have been attracted back to it by him." Why is that, you might ask? Read this exclusive interview to find out.--- Cyrus A. Webb, Conversations Book Club
Father Greeley, we appreciate your taking out the time to talk with TAKE TEN today. Having enjoyed numerous bestselling novels and praise from around the world for the stories you create, do you see your writing career as an extension of your ministry?
Not so much an extension as an essential part of my ministry.

When did you know that you were such a gifted storyteller? Did you come from a family of readers?
I don't know that I'm a gifted story teller. I must leave that to others like yourself to judge. Both my parents read and both like to tell stories.

I have been curious for sometime about was there any one individual along your literary journey that inspired you to write and then seek to be published. Can you share with us what led to your submitting your first written work?
The late Bernard Geiss, a "packager" of novels, urged me to write a story about two young men who grew up to be priests. The Cardinal Sins emerged from that suggestion.

To read the entire interview, visit this link: http://authorstaketen.blogspot.com/2008/08/take-ten-with-international-bestselling.html

Conversations Book Club reviews "The Prayer Chest" by August Gold and Joel Fotinos

2008-08-16T02:22:00.000-07:00

Conversations Book Club is pleased to announce that this week's book review is "The Prayer Chest" by bestselling authors August Gold and Joel Fotinos. The book was also chosen by the award-winning book club as one of its "Top 20 Summer Reads of 2008!"
Each week Conversations' Founder Cyrus A. Webb shares information about what he feels should be on your bookshelf. They can be found in print form every Saturday in the Clarion Ledger newspaper (Rankin Ledger insert). To read this week's review, follow this link: http://www.rankinledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080816/LIFE/808160301/1003

Enjoyed the review? Then join Conversations LIVE! radio show on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at 10a.m. CST when Webb will interview both authors for the hour! They will discuss their literary partnership, the purpose of the book and take your questions! Listen to the show live online at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/conversationslive or call in at (347) 426-3645.

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RCAA Presents... Rankin County Arts Flair 2008!

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Two of Rankin Counry Arts Alliance's finest featured, RankinLedger.com (Mon. July 7, 2008)

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This was posted on http://www.rankinledger.com on Monday, July 7, 2008:

Michael Hipps and Joseph Conner Hipps will hold a father/son art show entitled "Memories Painted, Dreams Revealed and Mysterious Images Presented" through the end of July at the Pearl Library.

As part of the Rankin County Arts Alliance, the show is presented to the public.

Proceeds from the sale of paintings or prints will benefit the Blair E. Batson Hospital for Children.

Details, (601) 932-2562.

http://www.rankinledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080707/NEWS/80707002

Two RCAA members featured in weekend newspaper article

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Rankin County Arts Alliance members Michael and Joseph Hipps were featured in the Rankin Ledger Newspaper on Saturday, May 31, 2008 in an article written by our friend Susan Gray. To read the article, visit this link: http://www.rankinledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080531/LIFE/805310304/1003.

Congrats to Michael and Joseph for the recognition, and we are proud of your representing the RCAA in all that you do.

Cyrus A. Webb, President

Rankin County Arts Alliance

http://rankincountyarts.blogspot.com

cawebb4@juno.com

601.896.5616

RCAA Welcomes Its New Treasurer Mary Ann Galle

2008-05-28T15:15:00.000-07:00

One of the most loyal members of the RCAA since we returned in 2006 has been artist Mary Ann Galle. We are pleased to announce that she has taken over the duties of Treasurer for the organization.

Thank you to Mary Ann for all that you do! We appreciate your sticking by us through your trying times and for your commitment to the arts in Mississippi.

RCAA Member Showcase their work at MS Diagnostic Lab in 2008

2008-05-28T15:03:00.000-07:00

In 2008 members of the Rankin County Arts Alliance have been busy showcasing their work throughout the state.

Early in 2008 members took advantage of having their work on display at the MS Diagnostic Lab in Rankin County. The exhibit which ran for months was able to allow others to see what we already knew: Rankin County has talent!

A big thank you goes out to the artists who participated in the project. We look forward to seeing more of your work around town in the months to come.

Conversations Book Club Founder Expands His Organization

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Conversations Book Club Founder Expands with New Partnerships, Opportunities

Since the first time his name was in print back in 1999, Cyrus A. Webb knew his life would never be the same. Nine years later he is an accomplished visual and literary artist/radio and television show host, newspaper columnist, magazine founder and editor as well as the President of the nation's largest interactive literary organization. Additionally, he is the President of the Rankin County Arts Alliance and the Chief of Staff of the public relations firm For The People Productions. All of this, and he has yet to celebrate his 33rd birthday.

With all of his accomplishments, Webb is constantly looking for ways to further his brand and do his part to contribute to the literary scene.

Beginning Saturday, March 1, 2008 he will add another slash to his resume: book reviewer for the State of Mississippi's largest daily newspaper! His weekly column that will be found in the "Rankin Ledger" section of the newspaper every Saturday will allow him to give an honest review of the books that he is currently reading and recommending to others. This is just one other way that Webb's brand will introduce him to people all over the world. (Thank you to the Editor of the Rankin Ledger for making this possible.)

Currently Webb is contributing articles to the Jackson Advocate Newspaper, Books2Mention Magazine, Blagazine and RAWSISTAZ---with the focus being on reading. It is his hope that this new endeavor will help others to appreciate books and look at them in a whole new way.

To submit your books for review, email cawebb4@juno.com. You can also contact him at 601.896.5616.

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Rankin County Student Art on display at Pearl LIbrary in March 2008

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Rankin County Student Art will be on display at the Pearl Public Library, March 9-31, 2008. Students from Puckett Jr. High and High School, Florence High School, and Pearl High School will have pieces on display.

On March 13th from 6:00-7:30 a reception will be held to meet the artists. Refreshments will be served.

The public is encouraged to attend.

The Rankin County Arts Alliance is pleased to support this event. For more information about the art display, contact Jennifer Vess (Pearl Public Library) at 601.932.2562.

Great opportunity for Rankin County Arts Alliance. Read on!

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Mary Porter, a valued member of the Rankin County Arts Alliance, shared this exciting opportunity with me on Friday, January 25, 2008---and all of our members have a chance to be a part of it!

Mississippi Diagnostic Laboratory is looking for artists to have artwork on display over the next 6 months. The Rankin County Arts Alliance will be able to have over 20 pieces of artwork on their walls over that time period to be switched out after 3 months to allow fresh art.

This is the first time that the RCAA has had this opportunity! We thank Mary for letting us know about this venue, but in order to participate you have to be at the MS Diagnostic Laboratory between 10:00-10:30a.m. on Saturday, February 2, 2008. Please bring all the artwork you want considered for this showing, and we will hang it according to a first come, first serve basis and is contingent on the space available.

The laboratory is off of Airport Rd. You will take Airport road going toward Whitfield. There is a 3 way stop and you will take a right at the 3 way stop and go approximately 1-3/10 of a mile to the lab. There will be a Rankin Juvenile Court System, State Surplus Property and the Forestry Academy and then the Diagnostic Lab. The address is 3137 Hwy. 468 W, Pearl, MS.

If you have any questions, feel free to let me know via email or by contacting me at 601.896.5616.

Cyrus A. Webb, Executive Director
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OUR NEW YEAR RESOLUTION: Support the Arts in Rankin County in '08

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The Rankin County Arts Alliance will be holding its first meeting of 2008 on Monday, February 4, 2008. It will be held at the Subway Restaurant in Pearl, MS (3000 HWY 80E) at 6:30p.m., and will serve as a meet and greet for those interested in supporting the arts, as well as a way to learn about the RCAA's plans for the new year. This is open to members and nonmembers alike.

On the agenda is to address how to reach out to the youth in the county as well as plans to host more frequent art shows to exhibit the work of Rankin County residents.

For more information, contact Cyrus A. Webb at 601.896.5616 or via email at cawebb4@juno.com. You can also visit http://www.rankincountyarts.com.

RCAA December 2007 Showing

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Thank you to RCAA members Mary Ann Galle and Michael Hipps for holding down the fort for the December 2007 showing at the Pearl Public Library in Pearl, MS.

We are looking forward to working with Rankin County in 2008.

RCAA Hosts Holiday Art Show and Sale--- Saturday, December 15, 2007

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The Rankin County Arts Alliance will host its final art show of 2007 on Saturday, December 15, 2007. This will take place at the Pearl Public Library in Pearl, MS (601.932.2562)between the hours of 11a.m. to 2p.m. Wanted to see the artists that have been showing their gifts all over the state this year? This is your opportunity.

This event, like others hosted by the organization, promises to provide something for everyone. Admission is free, and look for information on how you can join the organization or show your support.

For more information, contact RCAA President Cyrus A. Webb at 601.896.5616 or via email at cawebb4@juno.com. You can also visit the official website at http://www.rankincountyarts.com.

Next RCAA Meeting: Saturday, August 25, 2007 @ 11a.m.

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HERE IS THE ANNOUNCEMENT ABOUT THE UPCOMING RCAA MEETING:
"Well, it's that time again: Time to meet again and to discuss our business for the RCAA as we go into the 2007-08 term.
I have to say that I have enjoyed being your President over the past year and a half, and I look forward to continuing to work with you and businesses within Rankin County as we spread the message of the arts.

"The date for the next meeting will be Saturday, August 25, 2007 at 11a.m. This will be held at the Subway in Pearl, MS (3000 HWY 80E). You might have been able to tell that this Subway Restaurant has become a supporter of the arts over the past few months, hosting not only weekly opportunities for performing artists but two book clubs as well. This will be advertised as a "Back to School" Meet and Greet, as we want to again reach out to our young people in the county and get them excited about the arts as well. I look at this meeting as a way for people to see what we are doing in the community and to discuss the partnerships that we are forming.

"We will also be looking at our structure and making needed changes/additions in regard to the board."

Thank you for your continued support.

RCAA Member Mary Ann Galle recognized during "People's Choice Awards" 2007

2007-08-01T03:31:00.000-07:00

This information was sent to us by RCAA Member Mary Ann Galle: "Just an update on the People's Choice Awards at the Meridian Museum of Art, 2007, my painting titled "Mama" received honorable mention ribbon in mixed media, and the set of paintings titled "Stand By - Go, Go, Go" received third place ribbon in mixed media."

Congrats to Mary Ann for this honor! You can find out more about her work by visiting her website.

RCAA Members to host collective art show and sale--- Saturday, July 14, 2007

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The Rankin County Arts Alliance is pleased to announce that its members will host a collective art show sale at the Pearl Public Library (Pearl, MS) on Saturday, July 14, 2007. This will take plcae from 11-2p.m. in the facilities large meeting room and will be the perfect opportunity for you to come and meet the current members as well as get information about how you can join.

Looking for artwork FROM Rankin County IN Rankin County? Then this will be just the place for you. Admission is free, however, each artist will have work for sale so you want to make sure you take your time to meet them all.

Refreshments will be provided by the RCAA.

For additional information, feel free to email Cyrus A. Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or call Laurel Schoolar at 601.825.8059.

Artwork by RCAA Member Gayl Rouse

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Missed RCAA Member Gayl Rouse's exhibit with Community Bank this year? Here are the paintings that were featured.

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Exciting news from RCAA Member Mary Ann Galle

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Below is an announcement from RCAA Member Mary Ann Galle:

"Meridian Museum of Art has accepted three of my works into the 2007 People's Choice Competition. The first two pictures are a set, considered as one
entry. Balloting begins along with the opening reception on June 2, 2007. This show will close on July 7, 2007 - lots of fun, most artists will be present to meet and view show.

"Java Joe's on Howard Avenue in Biloxi, MS is exhibiting four of my mixed media works. If anyone makes a trip to the coast, go by for a visit. They have great coffee and food.

"CUPS in Brandon on government Street will be featuring a collection of my work the entire month of February 2008.

"There are many exciting events going on. Busy, busy, busy. I love it! Please come and
enjoy!

"Have a wonderful day!"

Mary Ann

Rankin County Arts Alliance @ Brandon Day 2007

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Look for the Rankin County Arts Alliance at Brandon Day 2007

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What would this year's Brandon Day weekend activities be without the Rankin County Arts Alliance!

We are glad to report that you will find a RCAA booth during all the family fun beginning Thursday, May 10 through Saturday, May 12, 2007 at Shiloh Park. Make sure you visit the City of Brandon's website for all of the times and events. We look forward to seeing you there as our members will have arts and crafts available as well as information on how you can become a member of our group! Have ideas and suggestions for us and our upcoming activities? Then stop by and let us know!

The Rankin County Arts Alliance is here for YOU, so make sure you give us feedback to let us know what you want from us.

For more information, contact Cyrus A. Webb at 601.896.5616 or email him at cawebb4@juno.com.

RCAA Meeting --- Thursday, April 19, 2007

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We are pleased to announce that the next meeting for the Rankin County Arts Alliance will be Thursday, April 19, 2007 at the Pearl Public Library. This will take place at 6p.m. and will discuss alot of the upcoming events for the organization, including its participation in Brandon Day 2007 as well as upcoming partnerships. If you are interested in finding out if this organization is for you, then you are welcome as well. Admission is free.
For details, email us at cawebb4@juno.com or call 601.825.8059.

RCAA Membership Drive --- Saturday, 02/17/2007

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WANTED: Creatives from the Rankin County area who are interested in promoting their talents and networking with like-minded individuals who want only the best for our communities. Regardless of your age, the Rankin County Arts Alliance wants you!

Join us on Saturday, February 17, 2007 for our first membership drive of 2007. This will take place at the PEARL PUBLIC LIBRARY (on Old Brandon Road) from 11-3p.m. You will be able to meet the principals of the organizations, network with others in the creative community and join the organization that is looking to change Rankin County one person at a time.

Admission is free, however, membership dues are $10 for students, $20 for adults and $50 for organizations.

We look forward to seeing you there! For more information, feel free to call Laurel Schoolar (Vice-President) at 601.825.8059 or via email at schoolarart@yahoo.com.

RCAA and Community Bank embark on a creative partnership

2007-01-06T08:46:00.000-08:00

If you have visited the Community Banks in Rankin County lately, you might have noticed something: artwork by Rankin County artists. Thanks to a new partnership with RCAA member Community Bank, you will see artwork all the time--- and the best part is that it will exclusively be RCAA members!

Here are the locations that are featuring our artists (The artist of the month has art in each branch):
BRANDON
1255 W. Government St.
Brandon, MS 39042
Phone (601) 825-4323

FLOWOOD140 E. Metro
Flowood, MS 39232
Phone (601) 919-4200

PEARL
2441 Old Brandon Rd.
Pearl, MS 39208
Phone (601) 939-7979

In December 2006, RCAA Vice-President Laurel Schoolar kicked off the new venture. During the month of January 2007, our own Gayl Rouse will be showcasing her work. The other confirmed months of this New Year are as follows:

February: Debbie Hutson
March: Judy Berry
April: Tony Davenport
May: Jan McDaniel
June: Janice Robbins
July: Mary Porter

There are still months available for visual artists who are interesting in being seen this year! If you are interested and are a current member of the RCAA contact Cyrus A. Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.201.8139.

Rankin County Arts Alliance By-Laws

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BY-LAWS FOR RANKIN COUNTY ARTS ALLIANCE

Article I
Offices

Section 1. Principal office:
The principal office of the organization is located at the office of Shadow Play Entertainment at 105 McCornell Circle, Brandon, Mississippi 39042.

Section 2. Change of address:
The designation of the address of the organization may be changed by amendment of these by-laws. The Board of Directors may change the address from one location to another within the named county by noting the changed address and effective date below; and such changes shall not be deemed, nor require, an amendment of these by-laws:

Article II
Purpose and Mission

Section 1. IRC Section 501(c)(3) Purposes:
This corporation is organized exclusively for one or more of the purposes as specified in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Section 2. Purpose:
The Rankin County Arts Alliance (RCAA) is organized and operated as a non-stock corporation, exclusively for non-profit educational, artistic and charitable purposes. Generally, its purpose shall be to constitute an entity through which organizations and individuals interested in or associated with the arts or arts education in Mississippi may cooperate with one another, and with the governments of the United States and Mississippi, towards the furtherance of knowledge in the arts.

Section 3. Mission:
The Rankin County Arts Alliance seeks to foster and support the arts in both our schools and our communities in Rankin County.

Article III
Organization and Membership

Section 1. Organization:
RCAA shall be comprised of its members and a Board of Directors. Except as otherwise provided in these By-Laws, the affairs of the RCAA shall be governed by the Board of Directors.

Section 2. Membership:
Any person, corporation or association interested in the objectives and purposes of this nonprofit corporation shall become a member upon meeting the terms and conditions of membership determined from time to time by the Board of Directors.

Section 2.1 Classification:
Membership shall be classified into one of the following categories:

(1) Individual, which shall be individuals interested in or involved in arts education in Mississippi and who shall have paid the annual dues required under Article III, Section 3 hereof; and

(2) Organizational, which shall be comprised of organizations or institutions interested in or involved in arts education in Mississippi, and who shall have paid annual dues required under Article III, Section 3 hereof and

Section 2.2 Representative:
The Organizational Group Member may designate a person to represent it and to exercise on its behalf the duties and privileges of an organizational member. Organizational Membership does not confer Individual Membership on any member of an organization which joins the Alliance.

Section 2.3 Duties and Privileges of Membership:
Individual Members and representatives of Organizational Members shall be entitled to attend and participate in meetings of the general membership, and to receive an annual report on the state of the Alliance from the President. Individual Members and the representative of the organization group shall have the right to vote on matters which the Board of Directors submits to a vote of the membership. Each individual and organizational group representative member shall have one vote. Individual Members are eligible to serve on the various committees established to carry on the work of the Alliance.

Section 2.4 Transferal of Membership:
No member may transfer, either voluntarily or involuntarily, its membership in RCAA or any right arising there from, and all such rights shall cease upon the termination of membership status.

Section 3. Dues:
From time to time the Board of Directors may, at its discretion, establish annual dues to be paid by the respective classes of membership. Dues shall not be refundable upon termination of members' membership for any reason whatsoever. Dues may be waived (in whole or in part) at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Section 4. General Membership:
For purpose of these By-laws, the General Membership shall consist of all Individual, Organizational, and Educational Group representative Members.

Section 5. Annual Meetings:
An annual meeting of the General Membership shall be held at least once each calendar year at such time and place as the Board of Directors may designate. The annual meeting of the members shall be set by the Board of Directors by June of each year for the following fiscal year. The business of the annual meeting shall be the election of members of the Board of Directors as set forth in these By-laws, the presentation of the annual report on the state of the Alliance by the President, and such other business as the Board of Directors brings to the attention of the General Membership.

Section 5.1 Special Meetings:
Special meetings of the membership may be called by the Board of Directors.

Section 5.2 Notice:
Written notice of each General Membership meeting shall be mailed to every Individual and Organizational Group representative Member. Such notice shall state the time, place, and in the case of a Special Meeting, the purpose of the meeting, and shall be mailed by United States mail, no fewer than seven nor more than forty-five days before the meeting, excluding the day of the meeting.

Section 6. Voting Privileges and Procedures:
Voting privileges and procedures of the General membership will be determined by the Board of Directors, and shall be consistent with other provisions of these By-laws. The members present at a properly called meeting shall constitute a quorum, and a majority of the votes entitled to be cast by the members at a meeting shall be necessary for the adoption of any matter voted upon by the General Membership. Voting by proxy is not permitted.

ARTICLE IV
Board of Directors

Section 1. General Powers:
The property, affairs, and business of the Rankin County Arts Alliance shall be managed by the Board of Directors.

Section 2. Duties:
It shall be the duty of the directors to:
1) perform any and all duties imposed on them collectively or individually by law, by the Articles of Incorporation, or these by-laws;
2) meet at such times and places as required by these by-laws;
3) register their addresses with the secretary of the corporation, and notices of meetings mailed to them at such addresses shall be valid notices thereof.

Section 3. Qualifications and Term of Office:
Directors must be individual members of the RCAA and residents of the state of Mississippi at the time of their election. Each member of the first Board of Directors named in the Articles of Incorporation and each successor or additional Directors shall hold office until the term of office is complete and until his/her successor shall be elected, or until death, resignation, incapacity preventing administration of the office of Director, or removal by a majority vote of the Board of Directors. The nominal term of office for a Director is two years. There is no maximum term limit. The Directors should include artists, arts educators at all levels, education administrators and policy makers, and business and professional persons. Professionals from all of the various arts disciplines should be included. In addition, achieving broad geographic representation and cultural diversity reflective of our state's population shall be a consideration in determining Board membership.

Section 4. Number and Organization:
At no time shall the board of Directors consist of fewer than ten (10) Directors. The number of Directors shall be ten (10) Directors unless such number is increased by the Board of Directors, when authorized. The Directors shall be divided into two groups of no fewer than five (4) persons to be elected in alternate years.

Section 5. Election:
The Nominating Committee shall present to the General membership at its annual meeting a recommendation for election of Directors for all vacant positions. At its discretion, the Board of Directors may elect, by majority vote, an individual member of RCAA to fill a vacancy on the Board until the next annual meeting of the General Membership.

Section 6 Meeting:
Meetings of the Board of Directors shall be held and conducted in accordance with the following provisions:

6.1 Location: A meeting of the Board of Directors may be held at any place, within or without the state, designated by the Board.
6.2 Call: Each meeting of the Board of Directors shall be held at the call of the President or President-Elect and must be called by either of them on the written request of any member of the Board.
6.3 Notice: Notice of the time, place and purpose or purposes of a meeting of the Board of the Directors, except as herein otherwise provided, shall be given by personally serving or mailing notice thereof at least seven (7) days before the meeting to the usual business or residence address of the Directors. The Board may adopt a resolution, which authorizes regularly scheduled meetings of the Board of Directors to be held without notice and at such time and place as shall be determined in the resolution.
6.4 Board Action: Any action that could be taken at a meeting of the Board of Directors may be taken without a meeting when authorized in writing and signed by all of the Directors.
6.5 Quorum: Five directors shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business at a properly called meeting of the Board. An act of the majority of the Directors present at a meeting at which a quorum is present is an act of the Board.
6.6 Voting by Proxy: A Director shall not appoint a proxy or vote by proxy.

Section 7. Dues, Assessments:
The Board of Directors may levy dues or assessments, or both, upon the membership of the RCAA. Such dues, assessments, or both, may be imposed upon all classes of members alike or differently upon different classes of members. The Board may fix the amount from time to time and determine the methods of collection. Membership dues are payable at the beginning of the fiscal year.

Section 8. Compensation:
Directors shall not receive any stated salary for their services.

Section 9. Resignation and Removal:
A Director may resign at any time by delivering a written resignation to the President of the RCAA. The resignation shall be effective as of the date of receipt by such officer and shall not constitute a resignation as a member of the Alliance. The Board of Directors may, with or without cause, remove a Director from office at a Board meeting, provided that the notice of the meeting at which removal is to be considered states such purpose. When a Director has been removed, a new Director may be elected at the same meeting.

ARTICLE V
Officers

Section 1. Number and Duties:
The officers of the RCAA shall be a president, a vice-president, assistant to the vice-president, a secretary, a treasurer, assistant treasurer and other officers with such powers and duties not inconsistent with these By-laws as may be appointed and determined by the Board of Directors.

Section 2. Election, Term of Office, and Qualifications:
Any individual member may serve as an officer of this organization. The Nominating Committee shall present to the General membership at its annual meeting a recommendation for election of officers for all vacant positions.

Section 2.1 Vacancies:
In case any office of the RCAA becomes vacant by death, resignation, retirement, incapacity, or any other cause, such vacancy shall be filled by affirmative vote or action of a majority of the directors then in office, and the office so elected shall hold office and serve the duration of that term.

Section 2.2. Election, Term of Office: The nominating committee shall present to the general membership at its annual election meeting a recommendation for election of Directors for all vacant positions. An officer's term of office is two years unless decided otherwise by the Board of Directors. Officers may be re-elected.

Section 3. President:The President shall be the chief executive officer of the corporation and shall, subject to the control of the Board of Directors, supervise and control affairs of the corporation and the activities of the officers. The President shall have and exercise general management and supervision of the affairs of the RCAA and shall do and perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Board of Directors. The President shall preside at all meetings of the General Membership and the Board of Directors. The President shall be charged with appointing members to the Nominating Committee and can form special committees at his/her discretion. The President’s term is two years, however, he/she can be re-elected.

Section 4. Vice-President:At the request of the President or in the event of his/her absence or disability, the Vice-President shall perform the duties and possess and exercise the powers of the President, and shall perform such other duties as the Board of Directors shall prescribe and shall serve as coordinator of RCAA committees. The Assistant to the Vice President serves at the pleasure of the President and Vice President. The Assistant handles assignments given by the VP.

Section 5. Secretary:
The Secretary shall record all the proceedings of meetings of the General Membership and Board of Directors and keep the minutes book of RCAA. The secretary shall give proper notice of meetings of members and directors; be custodian of the records and keep a membership book; and keep the by-laws updated. The Secretary shall perform such other duties as may be prescribed by the Board of Directors from time to time.

Section 6. Treasurer/ Assistant Treasurer The Treasurer, shall keep accurate accounts of all the RCAA funds received or disbursed; shall deposit all monies, drafts, and checks, in the name of and to the credit of the RCAA in such banks and depositories as the Board of Directors shall designate from time to time; shall have the power to endorse “for deposit” all notes, checks and drafts received by the RCAA; and shall disburse the funds of the RCAA as authorized by the Board of Directors. He/she shall render to the President and the Board of Directors, when required, an account of all transactions and of the financial condition of RCAA.

Section 7. Additional Officers, Agents, or Representatives:
The Board of Directors may appoint additional officers when deemed necessary, who shall perform the duties and assume the responsibility of the prescribed office under the general direction of the President or Vice-President, and as the Board of Directors may direct. The Board of Directors may appoint such agents and representatives of the RCAA with powers and to perform such acts or duties on behalf of the RCAA and the Board of Directors as the Board of Directors may see fit.

Section 8. Officers Shall Not Lend Corporate Credit:
Except as authorized by the Board of Directors, no officers of this corporation shall sign or endorse in the name of or on behalf of this corporation, or in his official capacity, any obligations for the accommodation of any other party or parties, nor shall any check, note, bond, stock certificate or other security or thing of value belonging to this corporation be used by any officer or Director as collateral for any obligation other than valid obligations of the RCAA.

ARTICLE VI
Committees

Section 1. Standing and Ad Hoc Committees:
The Board of Directors may appoint such standing and ad hoc committees as it may from time to time deem appropriate or necessary. Each committee shall have the powers, duties, and responsibilities specified in its appointment, and shall be organized and function as specified in its appointment. Each such committee shall have at least two members, none of whom shall be required to be a member of the Board of Directors. All committee members shall be Individual Members of the RCAA.

Section 1.1 The Nominations Committee:
The Nominating Committee shall be a standing committee appointed by the President of the RCAA and shall consist of at least three persons. This committee shall propose a slate of candidates for vacant positions on the Board of Directors and officers.

ARTICLE VI
Financial and Property Management

Section 1. Fiscal year:
The fiscal year of the Rankin County Arts Alliance shall be July 1 to June 30 of each year.

Section 2. Audit of Books and Accounts.
The books and accounts of the corporation shall be audited at such times as may be ordered by the Board of Directors.

Section 3. Contracts:
The Board of Directors may authorize any officer or officers, agent or agents, to enter into any contract or execute and deliver any instrument in the name of and on behalf of the corporation for consideration that the Board of Directors deems expedient. All checks, drafts, or other orders for the payment of money, notes, or other evidence of indebtedness issued in the name of the corporation shall be signed by the Treasurer or President or such other officer or officers, agent or agents, of the corporation and in such manner as shall from time to time be determined by resolution of the Board of Directors.

Section 5. Officers Shall Not Lend Corporate Credit:
Except as authorized by the Board of Directors, no officers of this corporation shall sign or endorse in the name of or on behalf of this corporation, or in his official capacity, any obligations for the accommodation of any other party or parties, nor shall any check, note, bond, stock certificate or other security or thing of value belonging to this corporation be used by any officer or Director as collateral for any obligation other than valid obligations of the RCAA.

ARTICLE VII
IRC 501(c)(3) Tax Exemption Provisions

Section 1. Prohibition Against Private Inurement

No part of the net earnings of the organization shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to its members, trustees, officers, or other private persons, except that the organization shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of the purposes set forth in the purpose clause hereof.

Section 2. Limitations on Activities
No substantial part of the activities of the organization shall be the carrying on of propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and the organization shall not participate in, or intervene in (including the publishing or distribution of statements) any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office. Notwithstanding any other provision of this document, the organization shall not carry on any other activities not permitted to be carried on (a) by an organization exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or (b) by an organization, contributions to which are deductible under section 170(c) (2) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code.

Section 3. Distribution of Assets
Upon the dissolution of the organization, assets shall be distributed for one or more exempt purposes within the meaning of section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or shall be distributed to the federal government, or to a state or local government, for a public purpose. Any such assets not disposed of shall be disposed of by the Court of Common Pleas of the county in which the principal office of the organization is then located, exclusively for such purposes or to such organization or organizations, as said Court shall determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for such purposes.

Your RCAA Board of Directors

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PRESIDENT
Cyrus A. Webb, Visual/Literary artist

VICE-PRESIDENT
Laurel Schoolar, Visual artist

TREASURER
Kay Smith, Community Relations

ASST. TREASURER
Jennifer Carter, Photographer

SECRETARY
(Open)

BOARD MEMBERS
Chuck Galey, Illustrator
Tony Davenport, Visual artist
Doug Hutton, Theatre
3 Open Positions

RCAA Members (Alphabetical Order)

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RCAA MEMBERS (arranged in Alphabetical Order)

Actor’s Playhouse
Ard, Emily
Berry, Judy
Box, Patrice
Carter, Jennifer
Community Bank
Derryberry, E. F. (Anne)
Galle, Mary Ann
Head, Nancy
Hipps, Joseph Conner
Hipps, Michael Joseph
Hogue, Amy
Hutson, Debbie
Jarreau, Janice
Lobrano, Felicia
Matthews, Harriet
Partnership for a Healthy Rankin/Scott/Simpson Counties
Pearson, Doris
Phillips, Donald
Pinson, Sara
Porter, Mary
Rouse, Gayl
Robbins, Janice
Sumrall, Emily
Schoolar, Laurel
Smith, Kay
Sutton, Ashley
Webb, Cyrus A.
Wilson, Courtni

Teachers/ Educators

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ART TEACHERS/
PERFORMING ARTS TEACHERS/ EDUCATORS

Laurel Schoolar
175 Summit Ridge Drive
Brandon, MS 39042
601.825.8059
schoolarart@yahoo.com
I am a contract instructor for Millsaps College Adult Learning classes. I teach sessions of Basic Drawing and Watercolor Painting. The sessions are in Fall, Winter and Spring. In the Summer I teach Oil/Acrylic Painting. For information or a brochure of all classes offered call the office at (601) 974-1130.

Emily Sumrall
308 Whitney Cove
Brandon, MS 39042
601.824.2048/ 504.453.2795
kwreedy@bellsouth.net
I teach oils, pastels, prismacolor pencils and drawing.

Janice Jarreau
106 Boxwood Cove
Brandon, MS 39047
601.942.5817
artdzine@bellsouth.net
My degree is Art Education grades K-12. I freelance with my own art and even hold private or semi-private ART classes to any grade or adults.

Jennifer Carter
2015 Rolling Hill Drive
Brandon, Ms 39042
601.591.5192/ 601.942.4133
photojennic@bellsouth.net
Photography/ Basic Composition and Lighting Techniques.

Gayl Rouse
4 Francisois Cove
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 824-3702
egrouse@bellsouth.net
www.gaylsgallery.homestead.com/index.html
I teach a Children's Painting and Drawing Class in my home studio, The Purple Paintbrush. My class is limited to a small number of students ages 7 and up. In 2006 Fall classes begin in October.

Creative Writing

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CREATIVE WRITING

Creative Writing

Sara Elizabeth Pinson
713 Country Place Drive
Pearl, MS 39208
601.420.4111/ 601.421.3311
nosnip2@yahoo.com

C. A. Webb
105 McCornell Circle
Brandon, MS 39042
601.896.5616
cawebb4@juno.com www.authorsden.com/cawebb

Photography

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography

Jennifer Carter
2015 Rolling Hill Drive
Brandon, Ms 39042
601.591.5192/ 601.942.4133
photojennic@bellsouth.net

Felicia Lobrano
304 Wildberry Cove
Jackson, Ms 39208

Performing Artists

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PERFORMING ARTS
Performing Arts (Dance)

Ashley Sutton
2029 Beechwood Blvd
Pearl, MS 39208
601.932.1825/ 601.540.2626
ash00um@aol.com

Amy Hogue
105 Revelation Ridge
Brandon, MS 39042
601.906.1214
cstageinc@aol.com

Performing Arts (Spoken Word)

C. A. Webb
105 McCornell Circle
Brandon, MS 39042
601.201.8139
cawebb@cawebb.com www.cawebb.com

Performing Arts (Drama)

Emily Ard
6811 Old Canton Rd., Apt. 5207
Ridgeland, MS 39157
601.941.2048
eard@pwk.com

Actor’s Playhouse
121 Paul Truitt Lane
Pearl, MS 39208
601.664.0930
southernactor@aol.com actorsplayhouse@aol.com

Courtni Wilson
1064 West Sunset Drive
Brandon, MS 39042
601.824.7193
cfw112802@yahoo.com

Harriet Matthews
3650 Wilcox Drive
Pearl, MS 39208
601.664.9725
hmatthews_2000@yahoo.com

Performing Arts (Music/Vocal)

Emily Ard
6811 Old Canton Rd., Apt. 5207
Ridgeland, MS 39157
601.941.2048
eard@pwk.com

Actor’s Playhouse
121 Paul Truitt Lane
Pearl, MS 39208
601.664.0930
southernactor@aol.com
actorsplayhouse@aol.com

Courtni Wilson
1064 West Sunset Drive
Brandon, MS 39042
601.824.7193
cfw112802@yahoo.com

Harriet Matthews
3650 Wilcox Drive
Pearl, MS 39208
601.664.9725
hmatthews_2000@yahoo.com

Emily Sumrall
308 Whitney Cove
Brandon, MS 39042
601.824.2048/ 504.453.2795
kwreedy@bellsouth.net

Pastels

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Pastel

E. F. Derryberry (Anne)
531 Warrior Trail
Jackson, MS 39216
zinnia@telepak.net
601.573.8730 / 601.366.3269

Doris Pearson
P. O. Box 52
150 w. Main St.
Florence, MS 39073
601.845.8116
dpofscots@netscape.com

Laurel Schoolar
175 Summit Ridge Drive
Brandon, MS 39042
601.825.8059
schoolarart@yahoo.com

Mary Porter
503 Spring Lake Drive
Pearl, MS 39208
601.420.5596/ 601.359.1176
mary@mdoc.state.ms.us

Gayl Rouse
601.824.3702
egrouse@bellsouth.net
www.gaylsgallery.homestead.com/index.html

Emily Sumrall
308 Whitney Cove
Brandon, MS 39042
601.824.2048/ 504.453.2795
kwreedy@bellsouth.net

Mary Ann Galle
144 Spring Cove
Brandon, Ms 39042
601.824.3084/ 228.324.0593
wgallesr@bellsouth.net

Tony Davenport
345 Daniel Lake Blvd., Apt. 17C
Jackson, Ms 39212
601.373.9507 / 601.212.2094
arthentix1906@yahoo.com

Painting/ Drawing

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PAINTING/ DRAWING
Painting (Oil)

E. F. Derryberry (Anne)
531 Warrior Trail
Jackson, MS 39216
zinnia@telepak.net
601.573.8730 / 601.366.3269

Tony Davenport
345 Daniel Lake Blvd., Apt. 17C
Jackson, Ms 39212
601.373.9507 / 601.212.2094
arthentix1906@yahoo.com

Laurel Schoolar
175 Summit Ridge Drive
Brandon, MS 39042
601.825.8059
schoolarart@yahoo.com

Janice Jackson Nelson Robbins
17 Thorngate Drive
Brandon, MS 39042
601.591.2909/ 601.750.2390

Mary Porter
503 Spring Lake Drive
Pearl, MS 39208
601.420.5596/ 601.359.1176
mary@mdoc.state.ms.us

Sara Elizabeth Pinson
713 Country Place Drive
Pearl, MS 39208
601.420.4111/ 601.421.3311
nosnip2@yahoo.com

Emily Sumrall
308 Whitney Cove
Brandon, MS 39042
601.824.2048/ 504.453.2795
kwreedy@bellsouth.net

Gayl Rouse
601.824.3702
egrouse@bellsouth.net
www.gaylsgallery.homestead.com/index.html
Donald Phillips
P. O. Box 180062
Richland, MS 39218 studioart1@bellsouth.net

Janice Jarreau
106 Boxwood Cove
Brandon, MS 39047
601.942.5817/ 601-919-0301
artdzine@bellsouth.net http://www.janicejarreau.com

Mary Ann Galle
144 Spring Cove
Brandon, Ms 39042
601.824.3084/ 228.324.0593
wgallesr@bellsouth.net

Debbie Hutson
107 Woodrow Martin Road
Brandon, MS 39042

Painting (Watercolor)

Doris Pearson
P. O. Box 52
150 w. Main St.
Florence, MS 39073
601.845.8116
dpofscots@netscape.com

C. A. Webb
105 McCornell Circle
Brandon, MS 39042
601.201.8139
cawebb@cawebb.com www.cawebb.com

Laurel Schoolar
175 Summit Ridge Drive
Brandon, MS 39042
601.825.8059
schoolarart@yahoo.com

Donald Phillips
P. O. Box 180062
Richland, MS 39218 studioart1@bellsouth.net

Janice Jarreau
106 Boxwood Cove
Brandon, MS 39047
601.942.5817/ 601-919-0301
artdzine@bellsouth.net http://www.janicejarreau.com

Mary Ann Galle
144 Spring Cove
Brandon, Ms 39042
601.824.3084/ 228.324.0593
wgallesr@bellsouth.net

Tony Davenport
345 Daniel Lake Blvd., Apt. 17C
Jackson, Ms 39212
601.373.9507 / 601.212.2094
arthentix1906@yahoo.com

Painting (Acrylic)

C. A. Webb
105 McCornell Circle
Brandon, MS 39042
601.201.8139
cawebb@cawebb.com www.cawebb.com

Laurel Schoolar
175 Summit Ridge Drive
Brandon, MS 39042
601.825.8059
schoolarart@yahoo.com

Gayl Rouse
601.824.3702
egrouse@bellsouth.net
www.gaylsgallery.homestead.com/index.html

Donald Phillips
P. O. Box 180062
Richland, MS 39218 studioart1@bellsouth.net

Janice Jarreau
106 Boxwood Cove
Brandon, MS 39047
601.942.5817/ 601-919-0301
artdzine@bellsouth.net http://www.janicejarreau.com

Mary Ann Galle
144 Spring Cove
Brandon, Ms 39042
601.824.3084/ 228.324.0593
wgallesr@bellsouth.net

Tony Davenport
345 Daniel Lake Blvd., Apt. 17C
Jackson, Ms 39212
601.373.9507 / 601.212.2094
arthentix1906@yahoo.com

Debbie Hutson
107 Woodrow Martin Road
Brandon, MS 39042

Mixed Media/ Murals/ Decorative Painting---Other

Laurel Schoolar
175 Summit Ridge Drive
Brandon, MS 39042
601.825.8059
schoolarart@yahoo.com

Patrice Box (Art Educator, 9-12)
234 Moore St.
Pearl, MS 39208
601.825.5590
pbox@bellsouth.net

Harriet Matthews
3650 Wilcox Drive
Pearl, MS 39208
601.664.9725
hmatthews_2000@yahoo.com

Gayl Rouse
601.824.3702
egrouse@bellsouth.net
www.gaylsgallery.homestead.com/index.html

Janice Jarreau
106 Boxwood Cove
Brandon, MS 39047
601.942.5817/ 601-919-0301
artdzine@bellsouth.net http://www.janicejarreau.com

Mary Ann Galle
144 Spring Cove
Brandon, Ms 39042
601.824.3084/ 228.324.0593
wgallesr@bellsouth.net

Tony Davenport
345 Daniel Lake Blvd., Apt. 17C
Jackson, Ms 39212
601.373.9507 / 601.212.2094
arthentix1906@yahoo.com

Drawing

C. A. Webb
105 McCornell Circle
Brandon, MS 39042
601.201.8139
cawebb@cawebb.com www.cawebb.com

Courtni Wilson
1064 West Sunset Drive
Brandon, MS 39042
601.824.7193
cfw112802@yahoo.com

Mary W. Porter
503 Spring Lake Dr.
Pearl, MS 39208
601-359-1176/601-420-5596
mary@mdac.state.ms.us

Janice Jarreau
106 Boxwood Cove
Brandon, MS 39047
601.942.5817/ 601-919-0301
artdzine@bellsouth.net http://www.janicejarreau.com

Mary Ann Galle
144 Spring Cove
Brandon, Ms 39042
601.824.3084/ 228.324.0593
wgallesr@bellsouth.net

Tony Davenport
345 Daniel Lake Blvd., Apt. 17C
Jackson, Ms 39212
601.373.9507 / 601.212.2094
arthentix1906@yahoo.com

Mission Statement of RCAA

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Our Mission:
To bring together persons who have not only an interest in the arts, but a desire to see the arts prosper in our County.

Featuring professional artists and those who are just beginning on their journey, the Rankin County Arts Alliance strives to bring all in the creative community together to learn, network and to advance.

RCAA strives to reach every aspect of the arts that are available in the community, delivering quality products and services as well as an interchange of ideas. We are pleased to introduce you to those who are ready to share their talents with you.