Citizen-Soldier-Citizen, an art exhibit of contemporary works by military veterans, will be hosted by Lubeznik Center for the Arts November 2, 2013 through February 9, 2014 in the Hyndman Gallery. CSC honors those who have fought for our country and those fighting to reintegrate back to society after experiences of war.
In conjunction with Citizen-Soldier-Citizen and Veterans Day (Monday, November 11, 2013) Lubeznik Center will host an honor wall with tributes and memorials for veterans from all branches of service. For a minimum contribution of $10 individuals can reserve a place of honor for their veteran by visiting lubeznikcenter.org/honorwall or by calling 219-874-4900. There is still time to reserve a space on the wall until October 16, 2013. The honor wall remain up through the exhibit until February 9, 2014. Special thanks to The Wall Gang for generously supporting the honor wall.
On November 1, during the Uptown Arts District’s First Friday at Five from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Lubeznik Center will host the opening reception for its newest exhibitions. At this event Lubeznik Center will partner with Peace Paper Project for an interactive demonstration of how to shred unserviceable soldiers’ uniforms, pulp the fibers, and transform the mixture into paper and artwork.
A screening of “Where Soldiers Come From” is scheduled for November 14 at 6:30 p.m.. Following the screening Lubeznik Center will host a Q & A with filmmaker Heather Courtney.
