The Posters of Amos Paul Kennedy Jr
:: Gallery show & closing Party ::
WHEN
Wednesday, March 3
6:oopm–9:00pm
WHERE
Indi Go Artist Co-op
9 East University, Champaign
WHAT
Amos Paul Kennedy, Jr. is a letterpress printer and bookbuilder based in Gordo, Alabama. At 40 years of age, Kennedy abandoned the traditional American Dream to follow his own. Unsatisfied with his comfortable, middle-class life, Amos traded in his computer for a printing press and his white collar for a pair of overalls. The subject of the Brown Finch Films documentary “Proceed and Be Bold!”, Amos Paul Kennedy, Jr. is now a self-proclaimed “humble negro printer”. His letterpress work raises emotionally charged questions about race and individuality.
Kennedy’s posters will be on display at the Indigo Artist Co-op from Feb 28 – March 3. The show will culminate in a Closing Reception and Poster Sale on March 3 from 6-9pm.
Kennedy will be on site for poster signing. We’ll have refreshments, a cash bar by Boltini, and live music by Noah Brown & Co and members of Mugwump Specific.
RSVP at http://tiny.cc/APKJ
$20 for one poster, $15 for two or more!
Sponsored by Barham Benefit Group. Hosted by CUDO and University of Illinois’ Soybean Press
Holiday Card Screen Printing Workshop
WHEN
Saturday, December 5, 2009
10:00am–4:00pm
WHERE
Weiskamp Screen Printing
312 S. Neil St., Champaign
WHAT
Design and print your very own holiday cards this year! Join us at Weiskamp Screen Printing for a fun, informal screen printing workshop. There are only 15 spaces available, so email info@thecudo.org if you’d like to reserve a spot.
End of the year CUDO Social
WHEN
Friday, November 13, 2009
6:30–8:00pm
WHERE
Boltini Lounge
211 N Neil St, Champaign
WHAT
Loosen your tie, kick off your heels, come join your brethren in design for an evening of drinks, hors d’œuvres, and conversation. The final CUDO Social of the year will take place at Boltini’s on November 13th, 6:30pm – 8:00pm. We’ve reserved a private area in the back, so order yourself a drink and join us.
CUDO Summer Picnic
WHEN
Saturday, July 18, 2009
2:00pm
WHERE
Traut Lake
5110 Trautlake Dr S, Champaign
WHAT
It’s summertime and the livin’ is easy — let’s hang out. Join CUDO for a relaxing, fun-filled afternoon at Traut Lake in Champaign. Swimming and sun provided, and we’ll even throw in a little something to eat. If you bring a side dish we’d be grateful. Don’t forget your suit and towel!
CUDO Pizza Party!
WHEN
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
7:00pm – 10:00pm
WHERE
Jupiter’s at the Crossing
2511 Village Green Pl., Champaign, IL
WHAT
We had a fabulous response to our Boneyard Call for Entries, so we’re throwing a thank-you party in honor of everyone who participated in and supported the show. Join us next Tuesday at Jupiter’s for an evening of (free!) pizza, half-off billiards, and good ol’ designer fun.
Cupcakes & Cocktails Opening Night
:: A Showcase of Sweet Designs ::
WHEN
Thursday, April 16, 2009
6:00pm – 9:00pm
WHERE
Cakes on Walnut
114 N Walnut St, Champaign IL
WHAT
CUDO has set up a fantastic show at Cakes on Walnut for the Boneyard arts festival. The show features over 125 variations on cupcakes and cocktails by design professionals, teachers, and students. The individual efforts and the range of voices in the show visually represent what CUDO is all about: a creative, energetic, and diverse community.
Designs will be available for purchase starting Thursday April 16 at 6pm. Make a $10 donation to CUDO and take home a design of your choice and a free small cupcake!
The work is made. The designs are hung. Now there’s only one thing left to do—check it out! Come to the opening night party featuring way-cool art, DJ Lincoln Jones, a cash bar, and most importantly YOU. Bring your friends. Everyone should see this show.
Thanks to all whose contributions made this event possible.
Board Game Night
WHEN
Sunday, March 8, 2009
6:00pm – 9:00pm
WHERE
Caffe Paradiso
801 S. Lincoln Ave, Urbana, IL
WHAT
Board Games. Coffee. Good Times.
Cafe Paradiso has a cabinet filled with board games plus we’ll be bringing a few our personal favorites. If you’ve got a personal favorite too, do bring!
Pecha Kucha Night: Chicago
Let’s Caravan to Chicago for Pecha Kucha Night Volume #8!
WHEN
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
1:00pm – 2:00am
WHERE
Meeting Place: South side Champaign Surplus parking lot off Neil St. in Champaign, IL
WHAT
You’ll need to provide your own transportation. Please RSVP at info@thecudo.org and let us know if you’ve got room in your car for those who need a ride. We’ll do our best to match up those who need a ride with an open seat.
Upon arrival: We’ll enjoy the city and dinner before heading to the event.
Pecha Kucha Night is from 8:00-11:00pm.
If you’d rather meet us at Martyrs’ we’d love to see you! Just look for the cool kids wearing CUDO buttons. The event could fill up so please arrive with some time to spare. We recommend buying tickets in advance at http://www.martyrstickets.musictoday.com/martyrs/calendar.aspx.
Don’t know about Pecha Kucha?
http://www.pecha-kucha.org/
Pecha Kucha Night: Chicago
http://www.pecha-kucha.org/cities/chicago/8
Introducing the Champaign-Urbana Design Organization. Or, CUDO’s Coming Out Party.
You’re invited to an evening of introductions — to CUDO,
to us, to each other.
WHEN
Friday, February 20th @ 6pm
WHERE
Luna
116 N. Chestnut, Champaign, IL
WHAT
Come learn about what we’ve been working on, find out how you can get involved, and give us your feedback on how we can make this YOUR community. Unite with your fellow designers, and let’s have a great time!
DETAILS, DETAILS
Light refreshments will be served, and a cash bar will be available.
Parking is available in the lot behind Luna, the train station lot across the street, or on the street.
