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SUMMARY:2020 Virtual AccessAbility Fest
DESCRIPTION:AccessAbility fest offers a gateway to resources\, opportunities and recreation for individuals facing barriers to their maximum level of independence due to a physical\, developmental\, sensory and/or mental health challenges. \n​The 14th Annual AccessAbility fest will kick-off virtually October 2-3\, 2020\, featuring numerous activities\, information sessions\, and exhibitors with information\, products\, programs and services that promote independence and inclusion where individuals with disabilities live\, work and play. \nThis FREE celebration includes activities for the entire family to enjoy\, demonstrations\, webinars and more. Advanced registration is required to attend.\nRegistration Link: Click here \nVisit the Art Spark Texas exhibitor booth and be entered to win a raffle for an Art Spark Texas face mask.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/2020-virtual-accessability-fest/2020-10-02/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="AcessAbility Fest":MAILTO:mcawthon@disabilitysa.org
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SUMMARY:Art Class: Texas Stories Vol. 2 - Czechoslovakian Culture in Texas
DESCRIPTION:This 8 week series will cover historical figures and cultures of Texas. This week\, join us for a discussion on Czechoslovakian culture in Texas. Watch our YouTube lesson to learn about Creative Activism and create a piece of art to be shown at The Czech Center Museum in Houston. \nYouTube lesson: Click here to watch on our YouTube channel.\nRegister: Register for Texas Stories Vol 2—click here. \n \nTo learn more about Texas Stories\, visit our blog article “An Historic Summer with Texas Stories”—click here. \nABOUT ART SPARK TEXAS\nArt Spark Texas challenges perceptions of how people contribute by creating an arts-inspired\, inclusive community of individuals with diverse abilities. \nIf you enjoy our Texas Stories Vol. 2 Series\, please consider making a Donation today.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/art-class-texas-stories-vol-2-czechoslovakian-culture/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Classroom":MAILTO:classroom@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201003T090000
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SUMMARY:2020 Virtual AccessAbility Fest
DESCRIPTION:AccessAbility fest offers a gateway to resources\, opportunities and recreation for individuals facing barriers to their maximum level of independence due to a physical\, developmental\, sensory and/or mental health challenges. \n​The 14th Annual AccessAbility fest will kick-off virtually October 2-3\, 2020\, featuring numerous activities\, information sessions\, and exhibitors with information\, products\, programs and services that promote independence and inclusion where individuals with disabilities live\, work and play. \nThis FREE celebration includes activities for the entire family to enjoy\, demonstrations\, webinars and more. Advanced registration is required to attend.\nRegistration Link: Click here \nVisit the Art Spark Texas exhibitor booth and be entered to win a raffle for an Art Spark Texas face mask.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/2020-virtual-accessability-fest/2020-10-03/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="AcessAbility Fest":MAILTO:mcawthon@disabilitysa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201004T130000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Open Mic - The Lion and Pirate
DESCRIPTION:Our featured reader this month is Lion and Pirate regular\, Edith Tapia “Blackbird”. Edith was born in her beloved country\, Mexico. She took part in local events since elementary school\, including  “Civil Mondays”\, writing patriotic and traditional poems to perform for government members. \nIn middle school\, Edith competed in a poetry statewide contest\, winning second place. In high school\, she won second place in a poetry nationwide contest. The Sonora University awarded her an honorable mention for her participation in their regional literary contest with the piece “Plegarias de Una Luna Enamorada” and was published in their anthology Realidad Aleatoria. \nNow living in the USA\, Edith attends open mics sharing her bilingual work. She has been featured twice for the “Austin Poetry Society” monthly event in 2018 and also published in their anthology 2020. She has won three times the Ekphrastic challenge in “Hearsay Poetry” open mic and been published on hearsaypoetry.com. Read Edith’s poems at Medium and Wattpad. After we’ve flown with Blackbird\, it will be your time to shine. As always\, we’re open to work in any genre: music\, spoken word\, improv\, skits\, storytelling\, dance\, poems or prose… Anything you can perform! \nPerformers sign-up. For more details\, check out our Facebook page. \nQuestions? Please contact Ms Boye\, boye@artsparktx.org. \nIf you are interested in supporting the Lion and Pirate open mic\, please consider making a donation here.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-open-mic-the-lion-and-pirate/
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - OMOD":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201004T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200828T173125Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Masters: Virtual Art Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:This Veteran class is open to beginners and anyone wanting to play with art supplies. Learn about famous artists and create your own art based on master works by artists such as Diego Rivera\, Andy Warhol and Joseph Cornell. \nArt Supplies Provided! We mail the art supplies to you. You watch a video and create the art on your own time. Then join other Veterans on a weekly video chat to share what you learned and created. \nRegister by contacting April Sullivan at 512-454-9912 or april@artsparktx.org or register using this online form. \n“Four Trees” by Egon Schiele
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/meet-the-masters-virtual-art-class-for-veterans/2020-10-04/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201005T183000
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SUMMARY:Character Writing: Virtual Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:This class is open to Veterans or current service members. Beginners or experienced writers interested in learning how to write character driven stories by creating your own characters and building out their environment\, interactions\, and responses. \nTaught by Veteran writer Clayton Bradshaw. Weekly writing lessons will be given\, and you will join other Veterans on a weekly video chat to write and share. You can also join by phone only. \nCharacter Writing Virtual Class for Veterans\nMondays\, September 14 through October 12\nTime: 6:30-8:00 pm\nRegister by contacting April Sullivan at 512-454-9912 or april@artsparktx.org or register using this online form.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/character-writing-virtual-class-for-veterans/2020-10-05/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201006T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200921T220223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T191225Z
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SUMMARY:DE-CRUIT: Virtual Writing Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:A Virtual class for veterans. At its core DE-CRUIT\, developed by Stephan Wolfert\, US Army veteran\, is the process of interweaving personal writings with veteran-related Shakespeare texts\, applying stage skills for life-skills and completing the communalization of trauma within the veteran community. No Shakespeare or theatre experience necessary. \nRegister here. \nInstructor: Mitchell Stephens\nWhen: Tuesday and Thursday | 7-8pm CST | Starting October 6th\nCost: Free | Space limited \nIn partnership with Amphibian Stage Productions \nQuestions? Please contact April\, april@artsparktx.org. \nIf you are interested in supporting our Veterans Programming\, please consider making a donation here.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/de-cruit/2020-10-06/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amphibian Stage Production-Ayesha Gangulys":MAILTO:ayesha@amphibianstage.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200828T204307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200828T204307Z
UID:10001436-1602095400-1602100800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Create Your Story!: Virtual Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis class is open Veterans or current service members. Express your story with powerful words and bold colors! Reflect\, create and connect to your personal story through freestyle\, stream of consciousness style writing exercises. Then\, transform your words into images by using a variety of art supplies. Supplies will be mailed to you. \nTaught by artist and writer Elizabeth Decker. Join other Veterans by video chat or phone each week for writing and art prompts. This is your chance to play with color and words! \nRegister by contacting April Sullivan at 512-454-9912 or april@artsparktx.org or register using this online form.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/create-your-story-virtual-class-for-veterans/2020-10-07/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T200000
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SUMMARY:Songwriting Series: Gaelynn Lea
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second installment of our fall Community Conversations: Songwriting Workshop Series. Musicians and songwriters of all skill levels are encouraged 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 Information\nSongwriting Series: Gaelynn Lea\nWed\, Oct 7\, 2020 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (CDT)\nMeeting Link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/379301309\nAccess Code: 379-301-309\nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nUnited States: +1 (872) 240-3212 \nNew to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/379301309 \nEmail eric@artsparktx.org to be added to our list. Captioning and ASL will be provided. Please let us know if you need other accommodations. \nWe are excited to welcome Gaelynn Lea to facilitate our second workshop! \nIf you enjoy our Community Conversations Songwriting Series\, please consider making a Donation today. \nAbout Gaelynn Lea\nGaelynn Lea won NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Contest in 2016\, and not long after she hit the road with her husband Paul. So far she has toured in 45 states and 9 countries\, captivating audiences around the world with her unique mix of haunting original songs and traditional fiddle tunes. Gaelynn Lea has appeared in several major festivals over the years\, including SXSW\, Winnipeg Folk Festival\, and Reykjavik Arts Festival. She has opened for well-known bands such as Wilco\, The Decemberists\, LOW\, The Jayhawks\, and the industrial rock supergroup Pigface. \n  \nGaelynn Lea poses with her violin.\nGaelynn Lea performs from her electric wheelchair. She began playing violin 26 years ago after a creative music teacher helped her to adapt a playing style that suits her frame. Lea holds her instrument like a tiny cello and loops her classically trained rhythms and melodies with her Memory Man pedal to create a “symphonic cacophony that is both glorious in its reach and profoundly introspective”. (Ear to the Ground) Her original songs explore the contrasting nature of existence—dark and light\, birth and death\, anger and forgiveness\, sorrow and joy. Gaelynn Lea’s “music is imbued with a melancholic poetry so potent it must be heard to be believed.” (Boston Globe) \n  \nIn addition to performing and recording\, Gaelynn also does speaking engagements about Disability Rights\, finding inner freedom\, and accessibility in the arts. In recent years\, she has used her music as a platform to advocate for people with disabilities and to promote positive social change. So far she’s been able to share her perspective on PBS NewsHour\, BBC World News\, The Moth Radio Hour\, and through two widely-viewed TEDx Talks. \nGaelynn Lea is currently working on a memoir about her touring adventures and disability advocacy that she plans to release in 2022. Since the Coronavirus pandemic halted her traveling\, Gaelynn has been performing a weekly concert on YouTube to fans who join her every Sunday afternoon from all over the world. \nAbout ART SPARK TEXAS\nArt Spark Texas challenges perceptions of how people contribute by creating an arts-inspired\, inclusive community of individuals with diverse abilities. \nIf you enjoy our Community Conversations Songwriting Series\, please consider making a Donation today.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/songwriting-series-gaelynn-lea/
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations,Songwriting Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas":MAILTO:info@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201009
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CREATED:20200930T180059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T180059Z
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SUMMARY:Expressions 2020 Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual art exhibition of artwork by Texas artists with a mental health diagnosis. October 1-30\, 2020. This annual exhibition is a celebration of talent during Mental Illness Awareness Week October 4-10\, 2020. \nClick here to view artwork. \nFor more information or to purchase artwork\, contact April Sullivan at april@artsparktx.org
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/expressions-2020-exhibition/2020-10-08/
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibits
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Park Texas - MIAW":MAILTO:seabeattie@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200921T220223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T191225Z
UID:10001211-1602183600-1602187200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:DE-CRUIT: Virtual Writing Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:A Virtual class for veterans. At its core DE-CRUIT\, developed by Stephan Wolfert\, US Army veteran\, is the process of interweaving personal writings with veteran-related Shakespeare texts\, applying stage skills for life-skills and completing the communalization of trauma within the veteran community. No Shakespeare or theatre experience necessary. \nRegister here. \nInstructor: Mitchell Stephens\nWhen: Tuesday and Thursday | 7-8pm CST | Starting October 6th\nCost: Free | Space limited \nIn partnership with Amphibian Stage Productions \nQuestions? Please contact April\, april@artsparktx.org. \nIf you are interested in supporting our Veterans Programming\, please consider making a donation here.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/de-cruit/2020-10-08/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amphibian Stage Production-Ayesha Gangulys":MAILTO:ayesha@amphibianstage.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201010T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201010T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200930T152327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201012T171050Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Elements Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Physically Integrated Modern Technique with Dancing Wheels\nOur October 10th Virtual Elements Class (2:30pm CDT) is taught by the founder of Dancing Wheels Dance Company Mary Verdi-Fletcher\, company Artistic Associate Mark Tomasic and Director of Outreach & Community Engagement Sara Lawrence-Sucato who all will lead physically integrated dance class in modern technique. Participants will engage in an inclusive dance experience based on the Company’s foundational principles of Translation\, Equity\, Accessibility\, and Meaning. \nTopic: October Virtual Elements Class\nTime: Oct 10\, 2020 02:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)\nClass Fee: Class is on a sliding scale from $5-20\, pay online.\n \nTime: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 842 7407 0780\nPasscode: 037776 \nOne tap mobile\n+13462487799\,\,87876069244# US (Houston)\n+16699006833\,\,87876069244# US (San Jose) \nFind your local number. \n[Image Description: Sit-up and stand-up dancers dancing in a studio that has a big window in the background.]
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-elements-dance-class-2/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201011T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201011T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200826T185047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200828T173125Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Masters: Virtual Art Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:This Veteran class is open to beginners and anyone wanting to play with art supplies. Learn about famous artists and create your own art based on master works by artists such as Diego Rivera\, Andy Warhol and Joseph Cornell. \nArt Supplies Provided! We mail the art supplies to you. You watch a video and create the art on your own time. Then join other Veterans on a weekly video chat to share what you learned and created. \nRegister by contacting April Sullivan at 512-454-9912 or april@artsparktx.org or register using this online form. \n“Four Trees” by Egon Schiele
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/meet-the-masters-virtual-art-class-for-veterans/2020-10-11/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201012T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200828T200641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200828T204605Z
UID:10001431-1602527400-1602532800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Character Writing: Virtual Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:This class is open to Veterans or current service members. Beginners or experienced writers interested in learning how to write character driven stories by creating your own characters and building out their environment\, interactions\, and responses. \nTaught by Veteran writer Clayton Bradshaw. Weekly writing lessons will be given\, and you will join other Veterans on a weekly video chat to write and share. You can also join by phone only. \nCharacter Writing Virtual Class for Veterans\nMondays\, September 14 through October 12\nTime: 6:30-8:00 pm\nRegister by contacting April Sullivan at 512-454-9912 or april@artsparktx.org or register using this online form.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/character-writing-virtual-class-for-veterans/2020-10-12/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201013T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200921T220223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T191225Z
UID:10001212-1602615600-1602619200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:DE-CRUIT: Virtual Writing Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:A Virtual class for veterans. At its core DE-CRUIT\, developed by Stephan Wolfert\, US Army veteran\, is the process of interweaving personal writings with veteran-related Shakespeare texts\, applying stage skills for life-skills and completing the communalization of trauma within the veteran community. No Shakespeare or theatre experience necessary. \nRegister here. \nInstructor: Mitchell Stephens\nWhen: Tuesday and Thursday | 7-8pm CST | Starting October 6th\nCost: Free | Space limited \nIn partnership with Amphibian Stage Productions \nQuestions? Please contact April\, april@artsparktx.org. \nIf you are interested in supporting our Veterans Programming\, please consider making a donation here.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/de-cruit/2020-10-13/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amphibian Stage Production-Ayesha Gangulys":MAILTO:ayesha@amphibianstage.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201014T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200928T194158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T194158Z
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SUMMARY:White Cane Day
DESCRIPTION:Art Spark Texas is providing AD services during this virtual event. \nThe President of the United States annually recognizes White Cane Day by the Blind Americans Equality Day Proclamation on October 15th to acknowledge the abilities of people who are blind and to promote equal opportunities as any other American. \nThe mission of White Cane Day is to educate the world about blindness and how the blind and visually impaired can live and work independently while giving back to their communities\, to celebrate the abilities and successes achieved by blind people in a sighted world and to honor the many contributions being made by the blind and visually impaired. \nEach year the Austin community comes together for an event to celebrate this exciting day. Although due to the Covid19 situation\, the event will be virtual\, it promises to be bigger and better than ever\, so tell your friends and come have some fun! \nOctober 14\, 2020 – 9:00 am CST \nClick here to join via live stream on Granicus  \nListen to the live Audio Description by calling (571) 317-3112\nAccess Code: 262-332-365 \nFor more information:\nTexas Workforce Commission\, whitecaneday@twc.state.tx.us\nwww.whitecaneday.org
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/white-cane-day/
LOCATION:Texas Workforce Commision\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audio Described Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201014T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200828T204307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200828T204307Z
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SUMMARY:Create Your Story!: Virtual Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis class is open Veterans or current service members. Express your story with powerful words and bold colors! Reflect\, create and connect to your personal story through freestyle\, stream of consciousness style writing exercises. Then\, transform your words into images by using a variety of art supplies. Supplies will be mailed to you. \nTaught by artist and writer Elizabeth Decker. Join other Veterans by video chat or phone each week for writing and art prompts. This is your chance to play with color and words! \nRegister by contacting April Sullivan at 512-454-9912 or april@artsparktx.org or register using this online form.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/create-your-story-virtual-class-for-veterans/2020-10-14/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201016
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200930T180059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T180059Z
UID:10001236-1602720000-1602806399@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Expressions 2020 Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual art exhibition of artwork by Texas artists with a mental health diagnosis. October 1-30\, 2020. This annual exhibition is a celebration of talent during Mental Illness Awareness Week October 4-10\, 2020. \nClick here to view artwork. \nFor more information or to purchase artwork\, contact April Sullivan at april@artsparktx.org
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/expressions-2020-exhibition/2020-10-15/
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibits
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Park Texas - MIAW":MAILTO:seabeattie@yahoo.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200921T220223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T191225Z
UID:10001213-1602788400-1602792000@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:DE-CRUIT: Virtual Writing Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:A Virtual class for veterans. At its core DE-CRUIT\, developed by Stephan Wolfert\, US Army veteran\, is the process of interweaving personal writings with veteran-related Shakespeare texts\, applying stage skills for life-skills and completing the communalization of trauma within the veteran community. No Shakespeare or theatre experience necessary. \nRegister here. \nInstructor: Mitchell Stephens\nWhen: Tuesday and Thursday | 7-8pm CST | Starting October 6th\nCost: Free | Space limited \nIn partnership with Amphibian Stage Productions \nQuestions? Please contact April\, april@artsparktx.org. \nIf you are interested in supporting our Veterans Programming\, please consider making a donation here.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/de-cruit/2020-10-15/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amphibian Stage Production-Ayesha Gangulys":MAILTO:ayesha@amphibianstage.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201016T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200826T195521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201012T192958Z
UID:10001427-1602860400-1602864000@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Art Class: Texas Stories Vol. 2
DESCRIPTION:This 8 week series will cover historical figures and cultures of Texas. This week\, join us for a discussion on Texas Political Legend\, Barbara Jordan. Watch our YouTube lesson to learn about Ms. Jordan and create art in her honor. Barbara Jordan was known for her powerful public speaking\, and in this week’s art lesson we will use words to create a collage portrait. \n \nRegister for Texas Stories Vol 2—click here. \nTo learn more about Texas Stories\, visit our blog article “An Historic Summer with Texas Stories”—click here. \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/art-class-texas-stories-vol-2-2020-09-16-2020-10-14/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Classroom":MAILTO:classroom@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200817T203448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201012T194723Z
UID:10001403-1603029600-1603036800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Exhibit: Paws and Claws Pet Portraits
DESCRIPTION:Art Exhibit – Paws and Claws Pet Portraits. \nPlease join Art Spark Texas and our Portrait Artists for the Paws and Claws Art Pop-up Exhibit this Sunday\, October 18th from 2-4:00 PM at the AGE Building back porch area near Rm 101 entrance. Pickup for the Art is 3:30-4:00 PM. \nRSVP: april@artsparktx.org \nWe are looking forward to seeing all of you and taking some photos of you with the Stars of the portraits—your beloved pawed and clawed friends – who are welcome and encouraged to attend this Sunday! We will have some doggie and kitty gift bags for them\, too. The exhibit is taking place outside on the back porch of the AGE Building to better provide for good social distancing. There is a grassy\, fenced area for your pets. Pets must be on leash at all times. Please bring your own pet clean-up bags. \nSunday\, October 18\, 2020\nAGE Building (back porch)\, 3707 Home Lane\, Austin\, TX 78705\nExhibit 2-4:00 PM\nArt pickup 3:30-4:00 PM \nWe will be streaming the event on FB Live. If you prefer not to be filmed\, just let us know. Please help prevent the spread of COVID-19 by wearing a mask at this event. Thank you.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/exhibit-paws-and-claws-pet-portraits/
LOCATION:AGE Building\, 3710 Cedar Street\, Room 101\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibits,Paws and Claws
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200826T185047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200828T173125Z
UID:10001417-1603033200-1603036800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Masters: Virtual Art Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:This Veteran class is open to beginners and anyone wanting to play with art supplies. Learn about famous artists and create your own art based on master works by artists such as Diego Rivera\, Andy Warhol and Joseph Cornell. \nArt Supplies Provided! We mail the art supplies to you. You watch a video and create the art on your own time. Then join other Veterans on a weekly video chat to share what you learned and created. \nRegister by contacting April Sullivan at 512-454-9912 or april@artsparktx.org or register using this online form. \n“Four Trees” by Egon Schiele
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/meet-the-masters-virtual-art-class-for-veterans/2020-10-18/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artsparktx.org/wp-content/uploads/egon-schiele-four-trees.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200921T220223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T191225Z
UID:10001214-1603220400-1603224000@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:DE-CRUIT: Virtual Writing Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:A Virtual class for veterans. At its core DE-CRUIT\, developed by Stephan Wolfert\, US Army veteran\, is the process of interweaving personal writings with veteran-related Shakespeare texts\, applying stage skills for life-skills and completing the communalization of trauma within the veteran community. No Shakespeare or theatre experience necessary. \nRegister here. \nInstructor: Mitchell Stephens\nWhen: Tuesday and Thursday | 7-8pm CST | Starting October 6th\nCost: Free | Space limited \nIn partnership with Amphibian Stage Productions \nQuestions? Please contact April\, april@artsparktx.org. \nIf you are interested in supporting our Veterans Programming\, please consider making a donation here.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/de-cruit/2020-10-20/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artsparktx.org/wp-content/uploads/decruit.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Amphibian Stage Production-Ayesha Gangulys":MAILTO:ayesha@amphibianstage.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200828T204307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200828T204307Z
UID:10001438-1603305000-1603310400@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Create Your Story!: Virtual Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis class is open Veterans or current service members. Express your story with powerful words and bold colors! Reflect\, create and connect to your personal story through freestyle\, stream of consciousness style writing exercises. Then\, transform your words into images by using a variety of art supplies. Supplies will be mailed to you. \nTaught by artist and writer Elizabeth Decker. Join other Veterans by video chat or phone each week for writing and art prompts. This is your chance to play with color and words! \nRegister by contacting April Sullivan at 512-454-9912 or april@artsparktx.org or register using this online form.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/create-your-story-virtual-class-for-veterans/2020-10-21/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201023
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200930T180059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T180059Z
UID:10001237-1603324800-1603411199@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Expressions 2020 Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual art exhibition of artwork by Texas artists with a mental health diagnosis. October 1-30\, 2020. This annual exhibition is a celebration of talent during Mental Illness Awareness Week October 4-10\, 2020. \nClick here to view artwork. \nFor more information or to purchase artwork\, contact April Sullivan at april@artsparktx.org
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/expressions-2020-exhibition/2020-10-22/
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.artsparktx.org/wp-content/uploads/expressions2020.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Park Texas - MIAW":MAILTO:seabeattie@yahoo.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200921T220223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T191225Z
UID:10001215-1603393200-1603396800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:DE-CRUIT: Virtual Writing Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:A Virtual class for veterans. At its core DE-CRUIT\, developed by Stephan Wolfert\, US Army veteran\, is the process of interweaving personal writings with veteran-related Shakespeare texts\, applying stage skills for life-skills and completing the communalization of trauma within the veteran community. No Shakespeare or theatre experience necessary. \nRegister here. \nInstructor: Mitchell Stephens\nWhen: Tuesday and Thursday | 7-8pm CST | Starting October 6th\nCost: Free | Space limited \nIn partnership with Amphibian Stage Productions \nQuestions? Please contact April\, april@artsparktx.org. \nIf you are interested in supporting our Veterans Programming\, please consider making a donation here.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/de-cruit/2020-10-22/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artsparktx.org/wp-content/uploads/decruit.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Amphibian Stage Production-Ayesha Gangulys":MAILTO:ayesha@amphibianstage.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201023T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20201019T193045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T193045Z
UID:10001456-1603465200-1603468800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Art Class: Texas Stories Vol. 2 - Mike Capron
DESCRIPTION:This 8 week series will cover historical figures and cultures of Texas. This week\, join us for a discussion on painting with Texas cowboy folk artist\, Mike Capron. Mike is a talented painter that combines his passions of “riding and roping” with art. Watch our YouTube lesson to learn watercolor painting techniques and create a Western Watercolor landscape to share in class. \n \nRegister for Texas Stories Vol 2—click here. \nTo learn more about Texas Stories\, visit our blog article “An Historic Summer with Texas Stories”—click here.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/art-class-texas-stories-vol-2-mike-capron/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Classroom":MAILTO:classroom@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201024T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201024T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200930T155201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201012T170726Z
UID:10001225-1603549800-1603553400@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Elements Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Physically Integrated Ballet with Dancing Wheels\nOur October 24th virtual Elements Class is taught by the founder of Dancing Wheels Dance Company Mary Verdi-Fletcher\, company Artistic Associate Mark Tomasic and Director of Outreach & Community Engagement Sara Lawrence-Sucato who all will lead physically integrated dance class in ballet. Participants will engage in an inclusive dance experience based on the Company’s foundational principles of Translation\, Equity\, Accessibility\, and Meaning. \nTopic: October 24th Virtual Elements Dance Class\nTime: Oct 24\, 2020 02:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)\nClass Fee: sliding scale from $5-20\, pay online.\n \nTime: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 842 7407 0780\nPasscode: 037776 \nOne tap mobile\n+13462487799\,\,87876069244# US (Houston)\n+16699006833\,\,87876069244# US (San Jose) \nFind your local number. \nImage Description: Dancers with and without disabilities in a ballet class.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-elements-dance-class-3/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20200921T220223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T191225Z
UID:10001216-1603825200-1603828800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:DE-CRUIT: Virtual Writing Class for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:A Virtual class for veterans. At its core DE-CRUIT\, developed by Stephan Wolfert\, US Army veteran\, is the process of interweaving personal writings with veteran-related Shakespeare texts\, applying stage skills for life-skills and completing the communalization of trauma within the veteran community. No Shakespeare or theatre experience necessary. \nRegister here. \nInstructor: Mitchell Stephens\nWhen: Tuesday and Thursday | 7-8pm CST | Starting October 6th\nCost: Free | Space limited \nIn partnership with Amphibian Stage Productions \nQuestions? Please contact April\, april@artsparktx.org. \nIf you are interested in supporting our Veterans Programming\, please consider making a donation here.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/de-cruit/2020-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veterans
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artsparktx.org/wp-content/uploads/decruit.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Amphibian Stage Production-Ayesha Gangulys":MAILTO:ayesha@amphibianstage.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144300
CREATED:20201021T165158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201021T165158Z
UID:10001473-1603911600-1603915200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Community Conversations - ATXgo! Parks Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Virtual Community Conversation and panel discussion with Art Spark Texas Speaking Advocates members who will discuss their experiences visiting Central Texas parks. Also\, Emily Shyrock\, MSSW – Art Spark Texas Board President and Director of the UT Austin Services for Students discuss her recent visit to McKinney Falls state park and the new Grit wheelchair rentals. \nThe roundtable will be led by ATXgo Coordinator Gina Woodruff and Speaking Advocates’ Boye Nagle. Joining the conversation will be moderator Susan Slattery\, Director of Outreach. \nVirtual Community Conversation\nWednesday\, October 28\, 2020\n7:00 PM-8:00 PM \nThe Roundtable will be recorded. Captioning available with 48 hours prior notification to outreach@artsparktx.org \nCommunity Conversation – ATXgo and Parks Roundtable\nWed\, Oct 21\, 2020 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (CDT)\nPlease join my meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://global.gotomeeting.com/join/748718853  \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nUnited States: +1 (646) 749-3122\nAccess Code: 748-718-853\nNew to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/748718853
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-community-conversations-atxgo-parks-roundtable/
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas":MAILTO:info@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR