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SUMMARY:Community Conversations: Gene Rodgers
DESCRIPTION:Spend a spicy hour with raconteur\, world traveler\, motivational speaker\, television host and lover of life\, Gene Rodgers\, on our Virtual Community Conversation. Bring your burning questions about how Gene does it all and hang on to your seats while he regales us with his adventures and witty repartee. \nWe are using GoToMeeting\nPlease click here to join from your computer\, tablet or smartphone. \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nUnited States: +1 (571) 317-3112\nAccess Code: 963-250-373 \nNew to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts. \nQuestions?\nEmail Susan at outreach@artsparktx.org
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/community-conversations-gene-rodgers/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks%2C Susan":MAILTO:susan@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T180452Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Class: Elements Dance
DESCRIPTION:Notice new time!\nIn this class we will look back videos and images from the very beginning of Body Shift.\nThink about what’s happening in the image here? What are you thinking? What happened before this image was taken and where will this dance go from here? \nClasses meet every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at 11am CT. Cost: $5-20 per class. Pay online here. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 842 7407 0780\nPasscode: 037776 \n \nArt Spark Dance has been offering dance classes that are welcoming and accessible for all for over a decade. In our Elements class\, we guide you through exercises that support your individual creative expression and for you to move in new and unique ways in a fun environment. \nFor more information\, contact silva@artsparktx.org. \nID: People low\, medium and high level. Dancers are extending their limbs to connect with other people around them.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-class-dance/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Dance,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210215T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210215T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210114T205920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T230954Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Class: Art Smart Art Appreciation
DESCRIPTION:A weekly art appreciation class led by Veteran artist and curator Judith Estrada Garcia will be a fun look at contemporary artists and their work. Learn more about artists\, art styles and the artists’ motivations. Get inspired to create your own masterpieces or to dive deeper into research on a specific artist. A fun weekly class to expand your knowledge. Each class ends with an optional art challenge based on the artist you learned about. This class is designed and Free for Veterans and their family members. Although all are welcome to attend. Please consider making a donation to support our Veteran programs. Registration required. \nCost\nFree for Veterans and their family members. Donations encouraged for others. \nRegistration\nRegistration required. A Go To Meeting link will be sent to those who register. Click here to register \nQuestions?\nContact April Sullivan april@artsparktx.org
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-class-art-smart-art-appreciation-virtual/2021-02-15/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210114T233642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T234225Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Class: All Rhythms Percussion 2
DESCRIPTION:This weekly virtual music enrichment class taught by Ian Fry utilizes percussion instruments will build on skills and exercises learned in our previous Percussion class*. From how to hold the sticks to beginning techniques such as rebounding\, bouncing\, buzzing\, rolling\, accenting and exercises starting with singles\, doubles\, triples\, and more. Rudiments will continue to be learned and will involve various rolls\, flams\, and drags. We will focus on playing along with songs for a final concert at the last class. Play the drums\, pots and pans\, found objects\, the table\, or just your body. Open to beginners and anyone wanting to broaden your understanding and exposure to different styles of music from around the world. Feel free to invite all in your household to join you during the hour! \n*If you did not attend the first Percussion class\, a recording of the lessons will be sent to you. \nThis class is designed and Free for Veterans and their family members. Although all are welcome to attend. Please consider making a donation to support our Veteran program. Registration required. \nCost\nFree for Veterans and their family members. Donations encouraged for others. \nRegistration\nRegistration required. A Zoom link will be sent to those who register. Click here to register \nQuestions?\nContact April Sullivan april@artsparktx.org
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-class-all-rhythms-percussion-2/2021-02-16/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210114T231930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T010823Z
UID:10001536-1613646000-1613649600@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Class: The Flutterbook Project
DESCRIPTION:Create your own Flutterbook! Join us for this weekly class filled with mindfulness exercises\, inspirational poetry\, and creating visual art based on nature and personal reflections. 11am-12pm. Each week you will add to your own handmade book as a record of your written and visual growth. \nYou watch a video and create the art on your own time. Then join others on a weekly video chat to share what you learned and created. \nArt Supplies are needed for this class. Download the supply list and gather your own. Or buy from Art Spark Texas. \nThis class is designed and Free for Veterans and their family members. Although all adults are welcome to attend. Please consider making a donation to support our Veteran programs. \nCost\nFree for Veterans and their family members. Donations encouraged for others. Supplies extra. Click here to purchase supplies. \nRegistration\nRegistration required. A Go To Meeting link will be sent to those who register. Click here to register. \nQuestions?\nContact April Sullivan april@artsparktx.org \n \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-class-the-flutterbook-project/2021-02-18/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210221T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210201T034341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210312T213707Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Class: Be Present
DESCRIPTION:An Art and Mindfulness Series\nArt Sparks Texas is inviting you to join “Be Present”\, an Art and Mindfulness series each Sunday @3pm\, Feb 21 – March 28 and April 11 – May 16. \nRegister through Eventbrite to receive the class Zoom link to attend. \nMusic\, Poetry\, and Movement\nRegister for Session 1: Feb 21 – Mar 28\, 2021\nMovement with Nancy Bain.\nMarch 21 and 28.\nThis movement workshop will focus on relaxation\, posture and explore Ideokinesis\, a method of visualization that can lead to improvements in physical awareness and overall well-being. The class will follow an educational\, rather than therapeutic\, model and will aid participants in developing their power of thinking\, intuition\, and kinetic awareness rather than relying on the power of the teacher. Join us for a connecting experience. Join us via Zoom. \nClasses do not meet on April 4\, 2021 \nVisual Art and Mindfulness\nRegister for Session 2: Apr 11 – May 16\, 2020\nFlutter Book with Jerry Slayton \nIn this 6 week workshop\, each participant will learn how to bind and design their own Flutter Book. A Flutter Book uses an accordion style method of folding and can be read like a regular book\, but also displayed as a sculptural piece. Each project in the workshop will explore themes of winter through mindfulness exercises\, inspirational poems\, and creating visual art. Our book will hold each week’s artwork and serve as a record of our written and visual growth from April—May 2021. Join us via Zoom. \n \nThese classes are a fun and engaging way to expand your artistic skills\, try new art forms\, and learn more about mindfulness practice. This virtual class series has two sessions\, the first explores music\, poetry and movement\, and the second session investigates bookmaking and visual Art. \n \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-class-be-present/2021-02-21/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Seniors,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Classroom":MAILTO:classroom@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210212T183419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T183458Z
UID:10001266-1614193200-1614196800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Community Conversations: Glenn Towery
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for our Community Conversation with Artist of the Month Glenn Towery!\nMore details coming soon. Read April’s blog about Glenn. 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/community-conversations-glenn-towery/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks%2C Susan":MAILTO:susan@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20201214T232835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T015621Z
UID:10001517-1614416400-1614441600@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Voices in Verse: Virtual Writing Conference
DESCRIPTION:Voices in Verse is a Virtual Writing Conference designed for Veterans\, but open to anyone interested in writing. Harness your voice and make 2021 the year of your creative metamorphosis. Art Spark Texas\, in partnership with the Rio Grande Valley International Poetry Festival\, invites you to learn writing techniques from some of our most awarded Texas writers. View presenter bios here. We have the following talented writers leading hands-on virtual sessions: \nSchedule\nVoices in Verse 9:00 am – 4:00 pm CT \n\n9:15-10:30 Nathan Brown presents Write It Out: Emotional Healing through Creative Journaling\nAn organized approach to mental and emotional healing from trauma\, depression\, or anger through the practice of “writing it out of your system” in a personal journal.\n10:45-noon Edward Vidaurre presents Summoning Silence: Writing Through the Chaos by Finding Our Voice in the Ordinary Thing\nWe will write about what we take for granted\, what we tend to brush past in our everyday hustle and bustle of life\, we will drop the anchor to our beings and tune in to nature and our spirit\, we will write the skeleton of future poems of self-healing and remembrance.\nNoon-1pm Lunch break\n1:00-2:15 Emmy Pérez presents Write It All Down First\, Revise Later: Generative Writing Workshop\n2:30-3:45 Andrea Vocab Sanderson presents When the rhythm bubbles up\n3:45-4:00 Daniel García Ordaz presents What we learned / next steps\n\nRegistration\nRegister through Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/voices-in-verse-tickets-135553697759 \nThis event will be presented on Zoom and tickets are donation based. Your donation helps support this and future programming. If a donation is a barrier for you to attend\, use Promo Code FREE at checkout. \nQuestions?\nFor questions\, please contact April Sullivan at april@artsparktx.org. \nThis event is sponsored in conjunction with the Rio Grande Valley International Poetry Festival and El Zarape Press\, and made possible\, in part\, by the Academy of American Poets with funds from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation\, and Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation Enhanced Impact Quality of Life funding. \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/voices-in-verse-virtual-writing-conference/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veteran Writing Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210203T051050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T182120Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Class: Elements Dance
DESCRIPTION:Being together and creating together is in the core of our program as well as the title of this piece choreographed by Olivia O’Hare in 2018. This film was created by Ana Baer. This film has been selected to be featured in film festivals around the world\, including a festival in Nicosia\, Cypress. \nWe will have some of the cast join us and we will be guided through a movement exploration from the video. \nClasses meet every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at 11am CT. Cost: $5-20 per class. Pay online here. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeting ID: 842 7407 0780\nPasscode: 037776 \nArt Spark Dance has been offering dance classes that are welcoming and accessible for all for over a decade. In our Elements class\, we guide you through exercises that support your individual creative expression and for you to move in new and unique ways in a fun environment. \n \nFor more information\, contact silva@artsparktx.org. \nID: Photo taken from above where people with and without disabilities have created a sculpture. Everyone’s gaze is up towards the camera. All the dancers are wearing clothes in different shades of blue and black.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-class-dance-2021-02-27/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Dance,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210223T060416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T060416Z
UID:10001267-1614704400-1614708000@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:The Newlywed Game
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Speaking Advocates \nThis month the Speaking Advocates are launching a twice-monthly virtual Happy Hour for folks with disabilities to mingle\, vent\, laugh\, chat\, create\, and more. As Valentine’s Day (came and went and we all got snowed in)\, we rescheduled The Newlywed Game featuring a few of our star couples! We hope you will join us Tuesday\, March 2 at 5 PM for this fun inaugural event. \nThe Happy Hour is every first and third Tuesday of the month\, from 5 to 6 PM CT with a rotating cast of hosts. Here are a few topics we look forward to: Journaling/Poetry with Eric Clow\, Card-Making with Nicole Cortichiato\, Mindfulness for Beginners with Ms. Boye. Be sure to join our Speaking Advocates email list for notifications and login information. \nMeet the contestants on our blog. \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/the-newlywed-game/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Speaking Advocates
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Speaking Advocates":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210305T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210303T015106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T015106Z
UID:10001268-1614880800-1614967200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Support Art Spark online programs and classes!
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready to Amplify Art Spark Today! Amplify Austin 2021 ~ March 4-5\, 2021. \nDuring this year’s Amplify Austin\, please help us attain our Dream of continuing these initiatives. We need your support! Join our campaign to help us reach our goal of $12K for our Online Programs and Classes. We need you to tell your friends and family members about the important work we do and ask them to join us in helping to make a difference. If you believe in the accessibility of the Arts for everyone\, donate today! Meanwhile\, enjoy this peek at what we have been doing: Art Spark Amplify video.\n\nWhen you donate today during the early giving period\, you can help us unlock up to $20K matching arts and culture funds from Tito’s Vodka! \n\nOr get ready to give! Starting at 6:00 PM CST on March 4th\, visit the Art Spark donation page on Amplify Austin and make a donation to us. You will have 24 hours to make your donation\, and all giving will end at 6:00 PM CST on March 5th. All matching donations will still apply.\n\nQuestions? If you have any questions or would like more information\, let us know. Contact Susan@artsparktx.org. Thank you in advance for your generosity to Art Spark Texas!
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/support-art-spark-online-programs-and-classes/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210306T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210306T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210104T220058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T235035Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Open Mic - The Lion & Pirate
DESCRIPTION:The Lion & Pirate in 2021 inclusive\, open mic for writers\, performers and acoustic musicians invites you to join us Saturday\, March 06\, 2021 at 7pm. Sponsored by Art Spark Texas and the Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Contest. Organizers also include Malvern Books and the Coalition of Texans Disabilities. \nPerformers\nclick here to sign-up by midnight on the preceding day. \nAs always\, we’re open to work in any genre: music\, spoken word\, improv\, skits\, storytelling\, dance\, poems or prose… Anything you can perform! There will be 10 sign up slots. We ask that you sign up ahead of time. Any sign-ups after 10 will be held on a backup list . \nRSVP\, invite friends\, and stay tuned for event updates on our Facebook Page. You  can tune in just to connect with your community and give us those “clap” reactions. \nHow to Join the Open Mic\nHere is the link to join the Virtually Lion & Pirate Open Mic as a Performer or Guest.\nSave this Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85323118334\nMeeting ID: 853 2311 8334\nPassword: 146923 \nFor more details and visit our Lion and Pirate Facebook page. \nQuestions? mail Ms. Boye or call 512-454-9912\nif you need more information or help signing up.\nThis event will include live captioning. Please contact Art Spark in advance to request other accommodations. \nThank you for donating and supporting Art Spark Texas Speaking Advocates Program and the Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Contest.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-open-mic-the-lion-pirate-5/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Open Mic,Speaking Advocates
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Speaking Advocates":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210308T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210308T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210114T231106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T010036Z
UID:10001530-1615228200-1615231800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Class: Meet the Masters
DESCRIPTION:A weekly class for beginners and experienced artists wanting to experiment with art supplies. Learn about famous artists and create your own art based on master works by artists such as Andy Goldsworthy\, Louise Nevelson\, Claude Monet\, and more. \nYou watch a video and create the art on your own time. Then join others on a weekly video chat to share what you learned and created. \nArt Supplies are needed for this class. Download the supply list and gather your own. Or Buy from Art Spark Texas. \nThis class is designed and Free for Veterans and their family members. Although all adults are welcome to attend. Please consider making a donation to support our Veteran programs. Registration required. \nCost\nFree for Veterans and their family members. Donations encouraged for others. Supplies extra. Click here to purchase supplies. \nRegistration\nRegistration required. A Go To Meeting link will be sent to those who register. Click here to register. \nQuestions?\nContact April Sullivan april@artsparktx.org
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-class-meet-the-masters/2021-03-08/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210310
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210308T182741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T182946Z
UID:10001269-1615248000-1615334399@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Call for Art: White Cane Day T-Shirt Design Contest
DESCRIPTION:The White Cane Day committee is now accepting artwork for White Cane Day 2021! We are asking for artwork to be submitted by the blind/visually impaired or anyone associated with the blind/visually impaired through family or work. \n“All artwork will be checked for copyrighted material\, if found we will be unable to use the artwork submitted.” \n \nPlease include the following with your art submission: \n\nName\nAge\nAddress and phone number\nDescription of your design\nEmail Address\n\nVisibility Fact: White Cane Day has sold over 20\,000 T-shirts throughout Texas and the United States! \nT-Shirt Design Guidelines: Must include a cane and a guide dog. Can be Drawing or Digital (.ai; .eps; .pdf; .png) Include Unique slogan with design. \nSubmit Artwork  by March 31\, 2021\nEmail: WhiteCaneDay@twc.state.tx.us \nor by mail: \nTexas Workforce Commission/Conference & Planning\nIAWP Texas Chapter\nP.O. Box 12945\nAustin\, TX 78711
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/call-for-art-white-cane-day-t-shirt-design-contest/2021-03-09/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Calls for Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210308T183815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T155031Z
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SUMMARY:Community Conversations: Edie Bakker
DESCRIPTION:Our guest for this Virtual Community Conversation is March Artist of the Month Edie Bakker. She is a Texas-based author and poet with a colorful and adventurous background. Edie will be talking about her work\, her personal history and will give us some writing tips\, then we will do a short writing exercise. \nJoin the Conversation\n \n\nMeeting Link (GoToMeeting)\nMeeting ID: 879525781\n\nJoin our newsletter\nConnect on Facebook\n\nLearn more about Edie Bakker on our Artist of the Month blog. \nAbout Community Conversations\nArt Spark Texas introduced our virtual arts roundtable series “Community Conversations” in Spring of 2020\, as a way of staying connected and continuing our mission during this time of the pandemic. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 7-8pm CST\, and invite visual artists\, musicians\, dancers\, actors\, writers\, disability advocates and others to engage with the Art Spark community. \nJoin the conversation! All are welcome. \nA link to the virtual event will be posted here several days beforehand and join our newsletter to get the information via email. \nSupport our programs: Donate to Art Spark Texas.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/community-conversations-edie-bakker/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks%2C Susan":MAILTO:susan@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210313T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210203T051050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210227T005326Z
UID:10001594-1615633200-1615636800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Class: Elements Dance
DESCRIPTION:This week: Shape on Us by Sharon Fridman.\nWatch the award winning dance performance followed by a discussion with the cast member Q&A and dance workshop led by the artistic directors of Vertigo – Power of Balance. Shape of Us by Sharon Fridman is the latest artistic production of Vertigo – Power of Balance from Israel. Register here via eventbrite to receive a link to watch the video before class. \n \nArt Spark Dance has been offering dance classes that are welcoming and accessible for all for over a decade. In our Elements class\, we guide you through exercises that support your individual creative expression and for you to move in new and unique ways in a fun environment. \nClasses meet every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at 11am CT. Cost: $5-20 per class. Pay online here. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 842 7407 0780\nPasscode: 037776 \nFor more information\, contact silva@artsparktx.org.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-class-dance-2021-03-13/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Dance,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210308T183815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T000652Z
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SUMMARY:Community Conversations: Amy Litzinger
DESCRIPTION:Join our virtual Community Conversation with Advocate and Dancer Amy Litzinger on Wednesday\, March 24 at 7pm using GoToMeeting. \nDisability advocate\, artist\, writer\, and dancer Amy Litzinger was our final 2020 Artist of the Month. She will join us along with Body Shift dancer and choreographer Tanya Winters to talk about Amy’s experiences and what’s next for her. \nJoin the Conversation\n \n\nMeeting Link (GoToMeeting)\nMeeting ID: 289861621\nJoin our newsletter\nConnect on Facebook\n\nLearn more about Amy Litzinger on our Artist of the Month blog. \nAbout Community Conversations\nArt Spark Texas introduced our virtual arts roundtable series “Community Conversations” in Spring of 2020\, as a way of staying connected and continuing our mission during this time of the pandemic. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 7-8pm CST\, and invite visual artists\, musicians\, dancers\, actors\, writers\, disability advocates and others to engage with the Art Spark community. \nJoin the conversation! All are welcome. \nA link to the virtual event will be posted here several days beforehand and join our newsletter to get the information via email. Email questions to susan@artsparktx.org. \nSupport our programs: Donate to Art Spark Texas.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/community-conversations-2021-03-24/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks%2C Susan":MAILTO:susan@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210403T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210403T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210104T220519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T232121Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Open Mic - The Lion & Pirate
DESCRIPTION:The Lion & Pirate in 2021 inclusive\, open mic for writers\, performers and acoustic musicians invites you to join us Saturday\, April 03\, 2021 at 1pm. Sponsored by Art Spark Texas and the Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Contest. Organizers also include Malvern Books and the Coalition of Texans Disabilities. \nPerformers\nclick here to sign-up by noon on April 02. \nAs always\, we’re open to work in any genre: music\, spoken word\, improv\, skits\, storytelling\, dance\, poems or prose… Anything you can perform! There will be 10 sign up slots. We ask that you sign up ahead of time. Any sign-ups after 10 will be held on a backup list . \nRSVP\, invite friends\, and stay tuned for event updates on our Facebook Page. You  can tune in just to connect with your community and give us those “clap” reactions. \nHow to Join the Open Mic\nHere is the link to join the Virtually Lion & Pirate Open Mic as a Performer or Guest.\nSave this Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85323118334\nMeeting ID: 853 2311 8334\nPassword: 146923 \nFor more details and visit our Lion and Pirate Facebook page. \nQuestions? mail Ms. Boye or call 512-454-9912\nif you need more information or help signing up.\nThis event will include live captioning. Please contact Art Spark in advance to request other accommodations. \nThank you for donating and supporting Art Spark Texas Speaking Advocates Program and the Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Contest.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-open-mic-the-lion-pirate-6/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Open Mic,Speaking Advocates
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Speaking Advocates":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210410T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210401T203311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T203311Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Dance Workshop: Spring Intensive Series
DESCRIPTION:Vertigo Power of Balance is offering five (5) movement and enrichment sessions starting on April 10th and ending on May 2nd. Class happens from 1 to 3.30pm CT.\nIn this series\, our goal is expanding the knowledge and understanding in the field of integrated dance. \nWe will look for the technique that will support the refinement of improvisation\, the development of physical qualities\, listening and self-awareness that will resonate with the joy of development. An opportunity for diverse multidisciplinary observation. \n\nClass meets on April 10th\, April 11th\, April 18th\, April 25th and May 2nd from 1-3.30pm CT virtually on zoom.\nMeeting Zoom Link\nCost: $75\nRegistration and Payment Link\n\nOpen to all ability and experience levels. \nIf you have any access needs\, please email silva@artsparktx.org by April 5th. \nAbout Vertigo Power of Balance\nVertigo Power of Balance was established in 2000 and is directed by Hai Cohen and Tali Wertheim who are also going to be facilitating the workshop. \nPower of Balance center operates from the Vertigo Eco-Art Village home of the acclaimed Vertigo Dance Company offering comprehensive integrated dance activities that include annual programs\, classes\, workshops and performances in Israel and abroad.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-dance-workshop-spring-intensive-series/2021-04-10/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Dance,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210308T183815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T194111Z
UID:10001273-1618426800-1618430400@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Community Conversations: Jeremy Schack
DESCRIPTION:Our guest for this Virtual Community Conversation is April Artist of the Month Jeremy Schack. He is a multi-talented Arlington\, Texas artist. Read more about Jeremy on our blog. \nJoin the Conversation\n \n\nMeeting Link (GoToMeeting) \nMeeting ID: 112081197\nJoin our newsletter\nConnect on Facebook\nQuestions? Email susan@artsparktx.org\n\nABOUT COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS\nArt Spark Texas introduced our virtual arts roundtable series “Community Conversations” in Spring of 2020\, as a way of staying connected and continuing our mission during this time of the pandemic. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 7-8pm CST\, and invite visual artists\, musicians\, dancers\, actors\, writers\, disability advocates and others to engage with the Art Spark community. \n\nSupport our programs: Donate to Art Spark Texas.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/community-conversations-2021-04-14/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks%2C Susan":MAILTO:susan@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210308T183815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T020825Z
UID:10001274-1619636400-1619640000@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Community Conversations: Thinkery and Verse
DESCRIPTION:Join us Wednesday\, April 28th (7:00 PM CDT)\, to chat with Thinkery and Verse founders Dr. John Meyer (US Army Ranger) and Karen Alvaredo\, who are also the co-creators of the AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica Podcast. \nThis new podcast\, produced by Art Spark Texas with funding from the Texas Commission on the Arts\, is hosted by Karen and features stories and discussion which explore new dimensions of Latinx military service\, interwoven with excerpts from the 2019 stage play AFTERSHOCK / La Réplica. \nJoin the Conversation\n \n\nMeeting Link (GoToMeeting)\nMeeting ID: 750589629\nJoin our newsletter\nConnect on Facebook\nQuestions? Email susan@artsparktx.org\n\nABOUT COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS\nArt Spark Texas introduced our virtual arts roundtable series “Community Conversations” in Spring of 2020\, as a way of staying connected and continuing our mission during this time of the pandemic. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 7-8pm CST\, and invite visual artists\, musicians\, dancers\, actors\, writers\, disability advocates and others to engage with the Art Spark community. \nSupport our programs: Donate to Art Spark Texas.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/community-conversations-2021-04-28/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210429T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210325T031818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211229T230949Z
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SUMMARY:Makers Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join Art Spark staffers and artists\, April and Susan\, for Makers Hour\, a monthly creative gathering\, taking place the last Thursday of each month: 7-8:00 PM CT. All types of makers are welcome! Bring your choice of media\, or your latest creative project to share. We’ll hang out\, do a creative prompt or two\, or try a new art method\, and share our work. \nPlease join from your computer\, tablet\, or smartphone at https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/291846373 \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nUnited States: +1 (646) 749-3335\nAccess Code: 291-846-373 \nNew to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:\nQuestions? Email susan@artsparktx.org.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/makers-hour/2021-04-29/
LOCATION:TX
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks%2C Susan":MAILTO:susan@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210501T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210501T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210104T220825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T231914Z
UID:10001523-1619895600-1619901000@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Open Mic - The Lion & Pirate
DESCRIPTION:The Lion & Pirate in 2021 inclusive\, open mic for writers\, performers and acoustic musicians invites you to join us Saturday\, May 01\, 2021 at 7pm. Sponsored by Art Spark Texas and the Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Contest. Organizers also include Malvern Books and the Coalition of Texans Disabilities. \nPerformers\nclick here to sign-up by midnight on April 30. \nAs always\, we’re open to work in any genre: music\, spoken word\, improv\, skits\, storytelling\, dance\, poems or prose… Anything you can perform! There will be 10 sign up slots. We ask that you sign up ahead of time. Any sign-ups after 10 will be held on a backup list . \nRSVP\, invite friends\, and stay tuned for event updates on our Facebook Page. You  can tune in just to connect with your community and give us those “clap” reactions. \nHow to Join the Open Mic\nHere is the link to join the Virtually Lion & Pirate Open Mic as a Performer or Guest.\nSave this Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85323118334\nMeeting ID: 853 2311 8334\nPassword: 146923 \nFor more details and visit our Lion and Pirate Facebook page. \nQuestions? mail Ms. Boye or call 512-454-9912\nif you need more information or help signing up.\nThis event will include live captioning. Please contact Art Spark in advance to request other accommodations. \nThank you for donating and supporting Art Spark Texas Speaking Advocates Program and the Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Contest.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-open-mic-the-lion-pirate-7/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Speaking Advocates":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210308T183815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210621T033543Z
UID:10001275-1620846000-1620849600@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Community Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Art Spark Texas introduced our virtual arts roundtable series “Community Conversations” in Spring of 2020\, as a way of staying connected and continuing our mission during this time of the pandemic. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 7-8pm CST\, and invite visual artists\, musicians\, dancers\, actors\, writers\, disability advocates and others to engage with the Art Spark community. \nJoin the conversation! All are welcome. \nA link to the virtual event will be posted here several days beforehand and join our newsletter to get the information via email.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/community-conversations-2021-05-12/2021-05-12/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks%2C Susan":MAILTO:susan@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210526T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210513T174347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210521T160656Z
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SUMMARY:Community Conversations: Nathan Brown
DESCRIPTION:Songwriting Series\nWe are bringing back our popular songwriting workshop series! Each session will feature a different professional songwriter to share tools of the trade and facilitate a writing activity to help you get those creative juices flowing. \nWe encourage musicians and songwriters of all skill levels to attend! If you are an absolute beginner who aspires to write lyrics or melodies\, you will learn some tools and activities to help you get started. Or if you already have a few songs in your repertoire\, you’ll gain some new prompts and a space to do more writing\, receive constructive feedback\, and meet other creatives. \nMeeting Link\nMeeting ID: 952 1905 7440\nPasscode: 315053 \nThe meeting link will be posted a week before the event. For updates\, sign up for our Community Conversations email list here. Email eric@artsparktx.org if you have any questions. Please let us know one week in advance if you need any accommodations. \nWe are excited for Nathan Brown to facilitate our May 2021 workshop! \nNathan Brown\nAbout Nathan Brown\nNathan Brown is an author\, songwriter\, and award-winning poet living in Wimberley\, Texas. He holds a PhD in English and Journalism from the University of Oklahoma where he’s taught for over 20 years. He served as Poet Laureate for the State of Oklahoma in 2013/14\, and now travels full-time performing readings\, concerts\, workshops and speaking on creativity\, poetry\, and songwriting. \nNathan has published over 20 books. Most recent are his new collection of poems\, In the Days of Our Unrest\, the second in a series now known as the Pandemic Poems Project\, that deals with the year of Covid-19\, and a new travel memoir Just Another Honeymoon in France: A Vagabond at Large. Karma Crisis: New and Selected Poems\, was a finalist for the Paterson Poetry Prize and the Oklahoma Book Award. His earlier book\, Two Tables Over\, won the 2009 Oklahoma Book Award. His album of all-original songs\, The Streets of San Miguel\, was released this last year. \nHe’s taught memoir\, poetry\, songwriting\, and performance workshops from Tuscany and Ireland to the Sisters Folk Festival in Oregon\, the Taos Poetry Festival\, the Woody Guthrie Festival\, Laity Lodge\, the Everwood Farmstead Foundation in Wisconsin\, as well as for Blue Rock Artist Ranch near Austin\, Texas. \nAnd his online live video series The Fire Pit Sessions—inspired by the Pandemic Poems Project—has had over 35\,000 views. At over 100 episodes now\, in which Nathan reads a few poems from the book series and performs a song at the end\, now has an established following of loyal viewers. \nNaomi Shihab Nye said about Nathan’s book\, My Salvaged Heart: “Brave new world! The sizzle of couplings and uncouplings – attraction and romance\, ineffable magnetism\, mysterious as ever – but doused with a savory dose of Nathan Brown humor\, a tilted long-ranging eye that sees the next bend in the road even when he’s standing right here\, firmly planted.”
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/songwriting-series-nathan-brown/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations,Songwriting Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Clow":MAILTO:eric@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210605T181018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210606T010404Z
UID:10001627-1622851200-1622937599@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Call for Art: Distinguished Artist Veterans Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Call for Art Deadline: August 31\, 2021. \nArt Spark Texas invites all Veterans and current and prior service members living in Texas to submit artwork to the twelfth annual Distinguished Artist Veterans exhibit. There is no fee to submit artwork to this call for entries and artwork in all 2-D and 3-D media are eligible. The exhibit will be on display at the Hive by the Bee Cave Arts Foundation. \nDownload Entry Form (.docx) \nThe exhibition will run from October 8—December 3\, 2021. \nThe opening reception will be held on Friday\, October 8th from 6 to 8 pm. A free visual art workshop for all participating artists is also being planned. \nQuestions? Contact April @ artsparktx.org \n1000 Yard Stare\, a painting by Ricardo Robles\nSee the 2020 virtual exhibit of the Distinguished Artist Veterans Exhibition (11th Annual): bit.ly/31NY3gM \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/call-for-art-distinguished-artist-veterans-exhibition/2021-06-05/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Calls for Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210605T181850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210605T181850Z
UID:10001629-1622851200-1622937599@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Call for Art: IOD 2022 Calendar
DESCRIPTION:Call for Art Deadline: June 25\, 2021.\nUNH Institute on Disability’s (IOD) 2022 Calendar\n \nArtists are invited to submit artwork to be considered for the UNH Institute on Disability’s (IOD) 2022 Calendar. For the past 22 years\, they have produced beautiful\, full-color calendars featuring 13 original works of art coupled with inspirational quotes. This is a wonderful opportunity to share your talent on a global scale. \nSubmission Form \nPage from 2021 IOD Calendar featuring art by Texas Artist Brandon Lack
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/call-for-art-iod-2022-calendar/2021-06-05/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Calls for Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210605T190013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210702T202007Z
UID:10001631-1622851200-1622937599@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Call for Art: Artist Market - Dallas
DESCRIPTION:Call for Art Deadline: October 11\, 2021.\nAbilities Expo Dallas Artist Market 2021 \nAbilities Expo has invited Art Spark Texas to host the Artist Market at their event in Dallas. We have been a part of this event for over 10 years in Houston\, and are excited to be able to bring the opportunity to our Dallas area artists. We invite artists with disabilities living in the Dallas area to submit a booth proposal for the Artist Market at Abilities Expo 2021 in Dallas\, TX. \nThere is a $25 booth fee due upon acceptance. \nSplitting a booth with someone is allowed. 2D and 3D works in all media as well as crafts\, literary arts\, and CDs of music are eligible. Participants will be chosen by Art Spark Texas based on quality of work\, the need to display diverse media\, and ability of artist to be present and professional at this full weekend event. \nMore info about the event can be found at Abilities Expo Dallas \nDownload Entry Form (.pdf) \nQuestions? Contact April @ artsparktx.org. \nArtist Dee Cay at her booth at Abilities Expo
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/call-for-art-artist-market-dallas/2021-06-05/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Calls for Art
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210606T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210606T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210104T215647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210104T215647Z
UID:10001520-1622984400-1622989800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Open Mic - The Lion & Pirate
DESCRIPTION:The Lion & Pirate in 2021 inclusive\, open mic for writers\, performers\, and acoustic musicians invites you to join us Sunday\, June 6\, 2021 at 1pm. Sponsored by Art Spark Texas and the Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Contest. Organizers also include Malvern Books and the Coalition of Texans Disabilities. \nPerformers\nclick here to sign-up by noon June 5. \nAs always\, we’re open to work in any genre: music\, spoken word\, improv\, skits\, storytelling\, dance\, poems or prose… Anything you can perform! There will be 10 sign up slots. We ask that you sign up ahead of time. Any sign-ups after 10 will be held on a backup list . \nStay tuned to our Facebook Page for event updates and invite your friends too. You  can tune in just to connect with your community and give us those “clap” reactions. \nHow to Join the Open Mic\nHere is the link to join the Virtually Lion & Pirate Open Mic as a Performer or Guest.\nSave this Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85323118334\nMeeting ID: 853 2311 8334\nPassword: 146923 \nQuestions? Please email Ms Boye: boye@artsparktx.org. \nThank you for donating and supporting Art Spark Texas Speaking Advocates Program and the Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Contest.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-open-mic-the-lion-pirate-4/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Speaking Advocates":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210609T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111928
CREATED:20210512T210307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T184051Z
UID:10001620-1623243600-1623247200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Texas Stories: Art Tour 2021
DESCRIPTION:This summer take a Virtual Art Tour across the great state of Texas. In our Texas Stories series we learn about artists and art events right here in our home state\, many of them in Austin. Each class will explore a new person or place and expose you to a new way of thinking about art. Our lesson videos will lead you through an art activity\, then each week we will meetup\, via Zoom\, to share what we have made. \nRegister for Texas Stories: Art Tour 2021 \nWeekly Class Topics\nJune 9: Cathedral of Junk\nJune 16: Houston Art Car Experience\nJune 23: Texas Sandfest\nJune 30: Casa Neverlandia\nJuly 7: Cinco Punto Press\nJuly 14: Dance Waterloo \nLet’s tour together!\nMeeting Link \nQuestions? Contact Jerry Slayton at classroom@artsparktx.org \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/texas-stories-art-tour-2021/2021-06-09/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Classes,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Classroom":MAILTO:classroom@artsparktx.org
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