Taco Friday
It’s Friday… the end of the work week, the beginning of the weekend. We’ve stocked up on Topo Chico and are celebrating at Artpace with chilled drinks and our Taco Truck-in-Residence, which pulls up to the courtyard at noon and takes lunch orders until 2pm. Join us for a quick bite of curbside cuisine and a taste of contemporary art. Cash only.

Dor Guez: Art Talk & Book Launch
Dor Guez, our current international International Artist-in-Residence, is a Jerusalem-born artist who lives and works in Tel Aviv, Israel. A lecturer in the History and Theory Department at Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem, he is also a researcher affiliated with Tel Aviv University. In 2009, Guez established the Christian Palestinian Archive, which forms the basis of much of his work and is the first archive devoted to this minority across the Middle East.

In late September, just before he began his Artpace residency in San Antonio, he opened Dor Guez: 100 Steps to the Mediterranean at The Rose Art Museum at Brandeis University in Boston—a solo exhibition of photography and video installations, and the Middle Eastern artist’s first major museum exhibition in the United States. He will give a lecture on Tuesday, October 30 at The Rose, coinciding with the release of an illustrated catalogue of 100 Steps, published by The New England Press.

On Saturday, November 3, Guez will discuss his work at Artpace, with an introduction by Dr. Gannit Ankori, Professor of Fine Arts at the Brandeis, as well as co-curator of 100 Steps and editor of the 100 Steps catalogue. The artist talk will be followed by a book signing.

Artpace After Hours
Artpace After Hours takes adult audiences behind the scenes for casual art encounters and meaningful conversation. Come get acquainted with Artpace and our newest exhibitions. Bring a friend. Or just make some new ones here. Happy hour kicks off at 5pm, and drinks are on us. But space is limited, so make your reservations early. Call 210.212.4900 or email education@artpace.org.

Taco Friday
It’s Friday… the end of the work week, the beginning of the weekend. We’ve stocked up on Topo Chico and are celebrating at Artpace with chilled drinks and our Taco Truck-in-Residence, which pulls up to the courtyard at noon and takes lunch orders until 2pm. Join us for a quick bite of curbside cuisine and a taste of contemporary art. Cash only.

Artist Appreciation Celebration
With Grand Marais
and DJ Mathematique
Every year, Artpace throws a special party just for our artist community. Of course we’ll have food, drinks, and open exhibitions for our friends and neighbors to enjoy. But this year is exceptional for three reasons: Erik Sanden, Joe Reyes, and Odie, who will be performing as Grand Marais—first with a full, interactive set at 9:30pm, then with exclusive music-as-therapy sessions in their van for an audience of one. The band will invite individuals (one at a time) into their vehicle for a brief interview, then will prescribe “the perfect song for that person at that moment,” before delivering just the right dose of music. Serenades include more than 200 original songs, as well as some covers.

Artpace has been an integral part of San Antonio for nearly 18 years now, and while we serve as an international laboratory for the creation and advancement of contemporary art, homebase is always here in our city—no matter how far-reaching our residencies and exhibitions may be. “Artpace is fortunate to be a part of a strong community of artists,” says Artpace Deputy Director Mary Heathcott. “Artists and their ideas have always been at the foundation of everything we do, and we thrive on their inspiration and support. It’s an honor for us to host this annual party to recognize their many important contributions.”

Old Places New Spaces Book Launch
The public is invited to The Esquire Tavern to attend the launch of Old Places New Spaces, a book that touts San Antonio’s appreciation of its historic residences. Co-authors David Strahan, Katharine McMillan, and Patricia Hart McMillan will also sign copies of the publication. A percentage of sales handled by The Twig Book Shop (including pre-event sales), will benefit Artpace.

Old Places New Spaces features 26 unique San Antonio residences, “all of which are historically significant,” says Strahan, a local architect. “Most are houses; some are apartments in repurposed commercial structures. Each house retains its Period façade—several the work of legendary San Antonio architects.” The book includes photographs of Artpace’s apartments, where our International Artists-in-Residents stay during their two-month residencies in San Antonio.

International Artists-in-Residence Opening Reception & Artists' Dialogue: Dor Guez, David Benjamin Sherry, Sarah Sudhoff
Guest curator Heidi Zuckerman Jacobson (Director and Chief Curator at Aspen Art Museum in Colorado) sits down to discuss the new exhibitions with the resident artists, followed by a Q&A with the audience. Dialogue begins at 7pm. On view through January 13, 2013.

Fresh Art First members can access The Monterey Members-only Lounge all night to enjoy a cool specialty cocktail, haute cuisine, and beats curated by a special guest DJs Cortez and MV. Want to be on the list? Join online today!

Taco Friday
It’s Friday… the end of the work week, the beginning of the weekend. We’ve stocked up on Topo Chico and are celebrating at Artpace with chilled drinks and our Taco Truck-in-Residence, which pulls up to the courtyard at noon and takes lunch orders until 2pm. Join us for a quick bite of curbside cuisine and a taste of contemporary art. Cash only.

10-minute Tours
The first Friday following an opening (Hey that's today!) features two Educator-led 10-minute Tours through our newest International Artists-in-Residence exhibitions. Guided tours meet in the courtyard at 12:30 and 1pm.

CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC
Artpace will be closed to the public today (Happy Thanksgiving!), and will resume regular hours on Friday.

Please note: There will be no Taco Friday on Friday, November 23.

Taco Friday
It’s Friday… the end of the work week, the beginning of the weekend. We’ve stocked up on Topo Chico and are celebrating at Artpace with chilled drinks and our Taco Truck-in-Residence, which pulls up to the courtyard at noon and takes lunch orders until 2pm. Join us for a quick bite of curbside cuisine and a taste of contemporary art. Cash only.