Jubilee seeks artists, quilters, writers
Event to be held May 8, 9
The Claiborne Jubilee will once again be held on the square in Homer on May 8-9, and welcomes talented residents to share their work with the public at that time.
Prizes will be awarded in various media, and visitors to the festival on May 9 can enjoy the wares of vendors from Claiborne Parish and beyond.
Quilters should bring their quilts on Wednesday, May 6, to the LSU AgCenter office in the Police Jury Complex at 507 West Main Street in Homer. Quilts must be prepared for display by sewing a four inch wide band across the backing 90 inches from the bottom. Judging will be held on Thursday and the display will be open to the public on Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Each quilt must have the owner’s name and address on the back of the quilt.
Poetry must be submitted by email attachment to ClaiborneJubilee@BellSouth.net. The Claiborne Parish Library has computers for use by those who need access to one. The deadline for all poetry to be considered is May 3.
Art should be brought to the square by 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 9 to be displayed for judging at 10 a.m. Winners will be announced at 2 p.m.
There is no entry fee for quilts or poetry entries and none for art entries of those age 18 and under. Adult fees for art are $6 each or 4 for $20 for those paid by May 6. After that date entries are $10 each or $25 for three. Checks may be made out to and mailed to Claiborne Jubilee, c/o Town of Homer, 400 East Main Street, Homer, LA 71040. For more information email or call 318-927-2566.
Calling All Quilters
Jubilee Quilt Show Set for May 8th and 9th
Anyone interested in showcasing their artistic achievements should make plans now to enter the various competitions at the Claiborne Jubilee.
Quilts should be brought to 507 West Main St., Homer, LA, on May 6 by noon in order for the show to be hung and judged. Please sew a double 4 inch placket of fabric to the back of your quilt 90 inches from the bottom. This is made from a strip of fabric the width of the quilt x 8.5 inches.
All quilts should have the quilter’s name and contact information sewn or pinned on the back The show will open May 8 with the quilts having been judged by Martha Gilbert of Jonesboro, LA, and will continue through May 9.
Quilts should be picked up either Saturday afternoon by 5 pm or on Monday, May 11 before noon.
Claiborne Parish Police Jury Office Complex
Old Homer National Bank
507 West Main Street
Homer, LA 71040
May 8th & 9th
10 am - 4 pm
Quilt Documentation Application Form
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The Claiborne Jubilee will be "Celebrating the Arts & Artists of Claiborne Parish".
The Jubilee planning committee is proud to present the talent of Claiborne Parish in Patterns, Pictures, and Poetry.
Contests are open to Local and Regional Art, photo, quilt and poetry entries.
The quilt show will be opened to the public May 8th and 9th in the Police Jury complex.
Awards will be presented for adult, children and youth contest winners.
Submit information online, Email , call Cynthia Steele at 318-927-2566, or mail to 309 North Main St., Homer, LA 71040.
All events will be held on the courthouse lawn or in buildings around the town square. In addition to the traditional sidewalk art show, plans are underway for children’s art activities, a quilt show, and musical performances, and poetry readings.
In case of rain the Jubilee will be held in the Homer City Hall located on the square. All art, poetry, and performances will be there, and the quilt show will be in the Police Jury Complex in the former Homer National Bank.
Anyone interested in entering the art show or renting a booth as a vendor should also call 318-927-2566 to request more information. Entry forms are posted below or email .
Artists are urged to come for the day and bring materials to demonstrate their art. Pack a picnic or share in the delicious foods to be available from vendors around the Square. The ancient oaks on the courthouse lawn provide a delightful place to spend the day, where you can visit area antique and gift shops and the Ford Museum or take a short drive to Lake Claiborne State Park.
