Art Walk planned for downtown Ridgefield, August 16, 2008

A free evening of art exhibitions, entertainment and mingling. A collaborative effort between Ridgefield businesses and artists in celebration of Ridgefield’s 300th Anniversary. June 1st is participation deadline.

For more info contact chairpersons:
Laura Misciagna at misciagna@sbcglobal.net or
Ann Marcus at annemarcus@ureach.com


ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES PAGE ON CCT WEB SITE
Ct Commission on Culture & Tourism
If you haven’t already checked out this resource, go to this link:
http://www.cultureandtourism.org


CALL TO ARTISTS WITH DISABILITIES
Vision of from the Heart - An Exhibition of Artists with Disabilities (Third Annual)

June 18 – July 19, 2008
Sponsors: The Kennedy Center & The Barnum Museum
Held at City Lights Gallery, Bridgeport
OPENING RECEPTION: JUNE 18, WED., 5:30 – 7:30 PM
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: MAY 15

Last year 60 artists from 14 states were selected and exhibited a wide variety of styles and media including painting, sculpture, mobiles, and more.
This is a great event! Application form is available online.

For further information:http://visions-from-the-heart.com/
Contact: Ginger Fiore (203) 332-4535 x207 or email at gfiore@kennedyctr.org


Funding Cycle Open For Latino Artists & Organizations

National Association of Latino Arts & Culture (NALAC)
National Fund for the Arts program (NFA)
Grants are available for NALAC members who are Latino working artists, ensembles and small to mid-sized Latino arts & cultural organizations.
Grants range from $2,500 to $10,000 for projects beginning November 1, 2008 and completed by Sept. 30, 2009.

NFA grants provide organizational support and creation & presentation of works. Applications can be submitted in English or in Spanish.

For further information: http://www.nalac.org/
Contact: Elisa Gonzales, Grant Program Manager
1208 Buena Vista
San Antonio, TX 78207
grantmanager@nalac.org


POSITION OPENING: REGISTRAR / SALES ASSOCIATE

Brookfield Craft Center (BCC)
Immediate opening. Full time administrative / sales / reception position requires strong organizational skills, extensive interaction with the public. Tuesday through Saturday work hours, paid vacation, benefits.

For further information: http://www.brookfieldcraftcenter.org/
Send resume & letter of interest to:
John I. Russell, Executive Director
Brookfield Craft Center
PO Box 122, Brookfield, CT 06804
jack@brookfieldcraftcenter.org


CCT Capital Grant Workshop

Historic Restoration Fund (HRF)
Cultural Capital Grant (CCG)
May 15, Thursday
10:00 AM – Noon
At CCT, Constitution Plaza, Hartford

CCT is pleased to offer the HRF and CCG Programs: two capital improvement grant-in-aid programs that recognize the importance of the state’s historic and cultural assets and their role in enhancing the quality of life for Connecticut’s citizens and the state’s economic vitality.Applicants can apply for only one capital program per property per year. Applicants must have successfully completed any previous capital grant projects prior to submitting another. Grant awards must be matched on a one-to-one basis with cash (no in-kind services allowed).

Eligible Applicants are strictly limited to Connecticut municipalities or Connecticut non-profit organizations that have tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code for at least two years.

Workshop Space is Limited!
You MUST RSVP to Jennifer Haag, (860) 256-2765 or jennifer.haag@ct.gov

Further grant program information can be found on the CCT website:
http://www.cultureandtourism.org/
Applications and Guidelines will be posted by April 30.


Seeking Experienced Piano & Voice Instructors for Private Lessons
Green Street Arts Center, Middletown

The Green Street Arts Center is seeking Private Lessons Instructors for youth and adult piano and voice lessons. Prior private lessons teaching experience is required. Summer availability a must, afternoon availability a plus. Green Street is an education center located in downtown Middletown.

For more information visit: http://www.greenstreetartscenter.org/

Interested artists send a brief letter of interest, resume and two professional references to:
Lex Leifheit, Assistant Director
Green Street Arts Center
51 Green Street
Middletown, CT 06457
lleifheit@wesleyan.edu


National Endowment For The Arts Creativity & Aging In America
Grant Program

May 23, 2008 Deadline
New guidelines are for projects that actively engage older Americans in ongoing programming in the disciplines of literature and/or music. The NEA will support exemplary projects and partnerships that employ professional artists and involve older adults as creators. Approx. 15 grants will be awarded of $15,000 or $25,000 and require a one-to-one match.

Applications must be submitted online via: http://www.arts.gov
Information & application instructions can be found on the NEA website.
Click on Grants and follow to the Literature and Music funding sections.


WORKSHOPS FOR ARTISTS

The Greenwich Arts Council – 11th Annual Art to the Avenue
May 3 – May 28
May 7: How to Publish Your Book
May 14: The Art & Science of Photo-Reproduction
May 16: Creating a Website for Your Artwork
May 21: The Business of Art

All workshops will be held at the Arts Council’s offices at 299 Greenwich Avenue.
Call (203) 862-6750


Visual Artist-In-Residence Program

Farmington Valley Arts Center, Avon
Application deadline: May 15, Thursday
June 1 – Sept 30, 2008 Artist Studio (525 sf)
Mentorship available
No rental fees, no stipend

Contact Executive Director Marty Rotblatt for qualifications & selection proess:
(860) 678-1867 or martyrotblatt@fvac.net