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By Alison Wood Conley News Service HARTFORD — Diversity is the name of the game at the Schauer Arts and Activities Center. Where else in Washington County can audiences see per- formances by Step Afrika!, pianist Alpin Hong, Genesis guitarist Darryl Stuermer and the famed Second City comedy troupe. And those are just a few of the offerings for the months of March and April. "We are trying to offer some- thing for everyone," Director of Marketing Robyn Wilkinson said. "We've been exploring 'Try it' ... if it's not your cup of tea, try some- thing else." In addition to hosting those per- forming arts performances, the Schauer Center boasts the Suckow Family Art Gallery to display art- work — mostly from Wisconsin- based artists' groups — and host receptions for other center events. In addition to hosting notable national and international enter- tainers at the 571-seat Ruth A. Knoll Theater, the Schauer Center also works to keep it local as a per- formance venue for The Hartford Players, the Hartford Community Chorus and the Hartford City Band, as well for several local school's productions and concerts. In another effort to keep things local — and to engage the kids — the Community School for the Arts offers dance, music and visu- al arts classes for both families, children and adults. CSA also offers theater work- shops with visiting artists and opportunities to audition for shows with Missoula Children's Theatre. "It's about the education," Wilkinson said. "We like to find artists willing to work with our students." Wilkinson said about 1,000 stu- dents participate in the center's programs. She also said the relatively new, monthly Wine and Painting class consistently fills all 24 available spots. The Schauer Center opened in February 2001 in what used to be a canning factory. In addition to the theater and art gallery, the center have two meeting rooms, a cater- ing prep kitchen, rehearsal hall, dance studio and banquet room. For the full list of offerings, visit www.schauercenter.org or call 262-670-0560. M a r c h 2 0 1 4 • N e w s G r a p h i c & D a i l y N e w s • Exploring the Arts • 13 For more information about University Days and all other programs, classes & exhibits at the WMQFA, go to www.wiquiltmuseum.com Keynote Speakers Bruce Seeds - May 16 "Six Sides to Every Story: Hexagon Mosaics" Isabella Hoffmann -May 17 "Discover the Fun of Machine Needle Felting" Two days of classes and workshops, taught by over a dozen local artists, including quilting, embellishments, knitting, crocheting, smocking, punch needle and needle felting techniques. New This Year Friday evening program: "Scraps of Quilting" - 7 p.m. Musical review, featuring Lil Rev. 237323004 910 S. Main St. West Bend, WI Next to Domino's Pizza 334-2836 Open at 10am Tuesday-Saturday www.allinbooks.net ALL IN BOOKS ALL IN BOOKS U S E D B O O K S TO R E Spend Less Read More SAVE 10% ON YOUR TOTAL PURCHASE expires 9/1/14 SAVE 10% German Glass & Gift Imports Inc. And Christmas Chalet Featuring gifts for all occasions including Wisconsin Souvenirs 262-628-7100 •Hummels & Collectibles •Cuckoo Clocks Sales/Service •Beer Steins & Glasses •Crystal & Glassware •Pewter Giftware •Year-round Christmas Chalet •Seraphim Angels •Old World Ornaments •Nutcrackers & Smokers •Fontanini Nativities •German CDs & Food Items •Groomsman & Usher Gifts Richfield Square Shopping Center • 1280 Hwy 175, Hubertus Hours: Mon-Fri 9-5; Sat 10-4; Closed Sun Mequon-Thiensville Senior Art League Upcoming Shows Frank L. Weyenberg Library Reception March 1 st - April 30 th 2014 Cedarburg Senior Center September 2 nd - September 30 th 2014 Cedarburg Cultural Center October 18 th - November 30 th 2014 Performing arts at Schauer Arts and Activities Center Cedarburg Cultural Center names new executive director The Cedarburg Cultural Center announced the appointment of Stephanie Hayes as the Center's new executive director earlier in March. Prior to her a p p o i n t m e n t , Hayes was director of event operations at the River Club of Mequon. With more than 10 years of experi- ence in the hospi- tality and enter- tainment industry, she brings a wealth of experience in developing business concepts, creating pro- grams and initiating long-term relationships with partners and clients in the community, according to a news release. "I am thrilled and honored to be selected to join the team at the Cedarburg Cultural Center," she said. "I am brimming with great ideas and am very excited to collaborate with Ozaukee County's Arts and History commu- nity. I want to thank the Board of Directors for this incredible opportunity and I look for- ward to carrying the mission of the organi- zation into the future." A resident of Mequon, Hayes graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Arts and a minor in Women's Studies.