|
2008 PRESENTING
SPONSORS
2008 PLATINUM SPONSORS
|
EXCLUSIVE PRINT MEDIA SPONSOR |
|
|
2008 GOLD
SPONSORS
2008 SILVER
SPONSOR
2008 BRONZE
SPONSORS
2008 PROMOTIONAL PARTNERS
|
BCAC
is an artist-run creative alliance that provides
high quality workspace for artists and promotes
community-based arts projects. Newest members Ben
Fisher & Lou Joseph of Fort
Grunt will have drawings and paintings for
show and sale, as well as information on upcoming
projects. Kenny Dalsheimer of The
Groove Productions will show and sell
home-grown documentaries and also provide
information on current/upcoming film projects and
workshops. Dave Wofford of Horse
& Buggy Press
will display commissioned design and letterpress
projects and have handmade books and hand-printed
cards for sale. Sat 10-6, Sun 12-6.
401-B1 Foster Street
|
 |
Blue Coffee Cafe has become a favorite dining spot in Downtown Durham in recent years. Stop in to enjoy hot and iced Specialty Coffees, Smoothies, Sandwiches, Patries, Candy, Nuts, Ice Cream and more!
202 N Corcoran St, Durham, NC 27701. (919) 688-2233
|
 |
The
Carolina Theatre of Durham, Inc. presents a
rare personal appearance by actress Dee Wallace who
will be hosting a special screening of E.T. The
Extra Terrestrial directed by Steven Spielberg.
The screening will take place in Fletcher Hall at
the historic Carolina Theatre on Saturday, September
16 at
2 p.m.
Tickets are $12 for adults and $7 for kids. Tickets
are available at the Carolina Theatre box office at
309 West Morgan Street
from
11a.m.- 6 p.m.
, Monday - Friday and weekends from
1:30 p.m.-
9 pm
, or by phone at
(919)
560-3030
. Tickets are also available at www.carolinatheatre.org.
|
 |
3511 Shannon Road, Ste 300
Durham, NC 27707
1-800-851-1331
|
 |
Downtown Durham Inc. is an organization that serves as a catalyst for downtown revitalization. We focus on 5 main areas that include Economic Development, Parking, Appearance, Safety and Promotion. We provide assistance for small and large businesses alike, and welcome the opportunity for you to find out more about our organization by calling us at 919.682.2800 or visiting our website at www.downtowndurham.com. |
 |
Our Mission Statement Is:
"To promote the highest level of well being of older adults in Durham County."
The Council for Senior Citizens will feature a special series of performances in their building during CenterFest 2007. Stop in to learn more about the programs and services we provide for the community. Council for Senior Citizens, 406 Rigsbee Ave. Suite 202, Durham, NC 27701. Call 919.688.8247.
www.councilseniorcitizens.org. |
 |
Visitors can enjoy Durham Central Park, adjacent to the CenterFest 2007 site. Our mission is to create a unique 5-acre urban park for the citizens of Durham that provides a variety of activities, with an emphasis on the arts, and serves as a focus for efforts to rejuvenate the surrounding neighborhood. Our vision is to complete the major elements of the park's master plan by 2010, providing the citizens of Durham with an exciting downtown destination that offers a venue for cultural activities and is part of a 24-hour, authentic, walk-able neighborhood for arts, recreation, and locally-owned businesses. Durham Central Park is being developed through a public/private partnership involving the non-profit Durham Central Park, Inc. and the City of Durham's Parks and Recreations Department. Find out more about what we do at www.durhamcentralpark.org
|
 |
Preservation Durham's mission is to preserve the history, architecture, and cultural heritage of Durham and Durham County and to serve as an institution for the education of citizens through the promotion and appreciation of this heritage. Founded in 1974 as the Historic Preservation Society of Durham,
Preservation Durham has achieved a regional reputation as one of North Carolina's outstanding historic preservation non-profits. During CenterFest we will offer Durham's Civil Rights Legacy, a walking tour that examines the times, the people, and the businesses that gave a unique flavor to the Durham protest movement.
www.preservationdurham.
|
 |
McDonald's USA, LLC, is the leading foodservice provider in the United States serving a variety of wholesome foods made from quality ingredients to millions of customers every day. More than 80 percent of McDonald's 13,700 U.S. restaurants are independently owned and operated by local franchisees. For more information about McDonald's visit www.mcdonalds.com
|
 |
The Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce is a member-driven, voluntary partnership of more than 1,000 businesses, professional firms, non-profit organizations, individuals and government partners which proactively work together in building a healthy economy and improving Durham's overall quality of life. The Chamber's prime location in downtown Durham allows it to stay connected to Durham's business community, activities and progress. With a strong emphasis on economic development, government affairs, workforce development and small business activity, the Chamber provides a variety of programs and events to support business activity in the greater Durham area. Learn more are out website: www.durhamchamber.org.
|
 |
Come visit The Scrap Exchange, one of Durham's most unique stores! The Scrap Exchange is a creative reuse center that has been collecting industrial discards since 1991. We have a retail store, workshop room, art gallery, and artist marketplace. The creative reuse center offers thousands of items like paper, foam, wood, wire, zippers, cones and tubes. The gallery will feature the work of artist June Merlino. The exhibit will include found object assemblages and pinhole portraits of everyday objects, come and check it out this weekend! 548 Foster Street, 688-6960, www.scrapexchange.org. Open Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5.
|
 |
Vega Metals and Cricket Forge will be open throughout CenterFest. Vega Metals, Inc. is a collaborative team of full-time Artist-Blacksmiths, specializing in Art Railings, Art Furnishings, Site Specific Sculpture and Architectural Ornamentation. Francis Vega received a Durham Arts Council Emerging Artist Award early in his career, and he has gone on to receive numerous accolades, national awards, and major commissions. Find us online at www.vegametals.com.
|
 |
The Volunteer Center of Durham strives to make Durham a great place to live and work by connecting the private community to nearly 500 public and non-government organizations who have volunteer needs. We also run internal programs that provide Christmas presents, Thanksgiving Dinners, and Back-to-School supplies to our community's neediest families. If you want to give back, if you want to "do something" for your community, we can help. To learn more about the Volunteer Center, please visit our website (www.thevolunteercenter.org) or call us at (919) 688-8977. |
 |
The Durham YMCA's...3 great locations to serve you. Stop into the Downtown YMCA today for a tour and receive a complimentary guest pass. Enjoy swimming, shooting some hoops, or working out on our state of the art fitness floor. Take a group fitness class and meet some new friends! We have something for everyone and programs for all ages. Get out of the heat and come take a look around. www.ymcatriangle.org |
|
www.nevermorestudios.com or 919.490.6388
