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SUMMARY:Songwriting Series: Robert Kelley
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the last installment of our fall Community Conversations: Songwriting Workshop Series. We 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. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 870 7690 8919\nPasscode: 261234 \nOne tap mobile\n+13462487799\,\,87076908919#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,261234# US (Houston)\n+16699006833\,\,87076908919#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,261234# US (San Jose)\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kfiRFlFbU \nEmail eric@artsparktx.org to be added to our list. Please let us know one week in advance if you need any accommodations. \nWe are excited to welcome Art Spark 2020 Artist of the Year Robert Kelley to facilitate our third workshop! \nRobert Kelley\nAbout Robert Kelley\nRobert Kelley formed Blue Mist while attending the University of Texas in Austin. In the 30+ years since\, the band has been entertaining diverse audiences with a variety of rhythm & blues\, jazz\, soul\, and popular music. The band has been regulars at central Texas’s most popular nightclubs and performed with various national acts such as Little Milton\, Joe Simon\, D. Train\, The Platters\, Pinetop Perkins\, grammy-winning R&B group The Manhattans and R&B/hip-hop singer Anthony Hamilton. Five of the group’s six members attended and graduated from the Texas School for the Blind. \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-robert-kelley/
CATEGORIES:Songwriting Series
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL OPEN MIC – THE LION AND PIRATE
DESCRIPTION:The Lion & Pirate set off on their next online adventure. Hope you’ll be aboard! We’ll start with our featured reader Jennifer Toon\, then 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!\nAccessibility adventure note: we’ll be using Rev for closed captions during the event. As we found last time\, Rev isn’t great for music\, so we’ll screen share the lyrics of anything musical. You can still see the performer during songs\, just follow these instructions for side-by-side screen sharing (and let us know if you have questions)! \nJoin Zoom with this link\nMeeting ID: 853 2311 8334\nPassword: 146923\nOne tap mobile\n+13462487799\,\,85323118334#\,\,\,\,0#\,\,146923# US (Houston)\n+12532158782\,\,85323118334#\,\,\,\,0#\,\,146923# US (Tacoma) \nOur featured reader is criminal justice and mental health advocate Jennifer Toon. Jennifer is a criminal justice and mental health advocate currently working as CTD’s Mental Health Peer Policy Fellow. She anticipates working on two major areas of reform during her fellowship\, areas that she is deeply passionate about: Early childhood mental health and school discipline. Jennifer aspires to create policies that lead to better mental health support for kids and eliminates all punitive practices that punish students for behaviors that are manifestations of disability or trauma. Jennifer has studied journalism at U.T. Tyler and The University of Houston. As a freelance writer\, she has published work with The Guardian\, The Marshall Project and The Tyler Loop. \nFor the rest of our time we open up our bandwidth for you to share your talents! As always\, we’re open to work in any genre: music\, spoken word\, improv\, skits\, storytelling\, dance\, poems or prose… Anything you can perform! \nStay tuned to our Facebook Page for updates. \nDon’t forget you can tune in just to connect with your community and give us those “clap” reacts. \nPerformers Sign-up here\nThere 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. Sign up is open from today through Noon on Friday. \nWhile we have sorely missed having our event in our amazing original host venue Malvern Books\, we are glad to be able to continue our open mic in a virtual space. Until our open mic can return to our favorite bookstore\, you can support Malvern Books by purchasing a selection of their books online through BookShop.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-open-mic-the-lion-and-pirate-2/
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201112
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SUMMARY:Distinguished Artist Veterans 11th Annual Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Art Spark Texas and Texas Folklife are pleased to announce the virtual opening of the Distinguished Artist Veterans Exhibition. \n  \nAbout the Exhibit\nThis exhibition is the eleventh annual Distinguished Artist Veterans juried exhibit of work by veterans from across Texas who served from the mid-1950s to the present\, representing all military branches. \nThis virtual exhibit and audio stories that accompany the work offer various viewpoints about the world through our Texas Veterans’ eyes and voices. Their paintings\, photographs\, drawings\, sculptures\, and mixed media reflect the artists’ military and life experience and creativity. For more information\, visit www.artsparktx.org and www.texasfolklife.org. \nThe virtual exhibit will launch on Veteran’s Day\, November 11th\, at bit.ly/31NY3gM. \n \nVeteran Artists\nTwenty-one veteran artists from thirteen cities across Texas have been selected to showcase their pieces in this exhibit: \nAustin: Logan Lopez – United States Army\, 2008-2016 \nCopperas Cove: Kathleen Conway – United States Army Sergeant\, 1983-1990. Rick Hoppe – United States Army\, 1975-1995. \nFort Hood: Peter J Buotte – United States Army\, 1989 – 2016. \nFort Worth: Michelle L Johnson – United States Army\, 2005-2013.  SiNaCa Studios\, Veteran 1 – United States Army\, United States Navy. SiNaCa Studios\, Group Collaboration – United States Army\, United States Navy. Burl Washington – United States Army 1971-73. \nGeorgetown: Judith Estrada Garcia – United States Marine Corps\, 1982-2007. Wes Odell – United States Army\, 1954-1957. \nHarwood: Denise Knebel – United States Air Force/CM Sergeant\, 1981-2004. \nKilleen: Will Smith – United States Army. \nRound Rock: Ricardo Robles – United States Navy\, 2006-2012. Glenn R Towery – United States Navy\, 1969-1971. \nSalado: Shelly Watson – United States Army\, 2005-2013. \nSan Antonio: John Garland III – United States Air Force\, 1974-2005. Ruth L McIntosh – United States Air Force\, 1982-1991. Wayne L Stevens – United States Army\, 1975-1978. \nSan Marcos: Terry McDowell – US Marine Corps\, 1988-1992; US Army\, 2004-2016. \nSunset: Dr. Carl G Lilly – United States Navy\, 1965-1969. \nTexarkana: Thomas Morrissey – United States Army\, 1969-1971. \n  \nAustin Studio Tour\nThe Austin Studio Tour 2020 is a free\, self-guided art event that combines the East Austin Studio Tour and West Austin Studio Tour. Austin Studio Tour provides opportunities for artists all over Austin to connect and for the public to experience art in creative virtual ways and socially distanced outdoor spaces. While artist studios are at the core of Big Medium’s studio tours\, this event is also inclusive of all forms of artistic practice\, creation\, performance\, and exhibition. The Distinguished Artist Veterans exhibit will be available to view on the Austin Studio Tour 2020 site on November 14th. \n  \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. We started services specifically for veterans with disabilities/wounded warriors in 2009. We provide opportunities year-round for creative veterans to get involved in the arts. \n  \nAbout Texas Folklife\nTexas Folklife is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to the presentation and preservation of the diverse cultures and living heritage of the Lone Star State. Since 1984\, Texas Folklife has honored the cultural traditions passed down within communities\, explored their importance in contemporary society\, and celebrated them by providing accessible and joyful arts experiences.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/distinguished-artist-veterans-11th-annual-exhibition/2020-11-11/
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibits,Veterans
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201112
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SUMMARY:Holiday Art & Gift Show Reimagined
DESCRIPTION:Curated Art and Art Party Boxes\nOn sale now! This year we have reinvented our annual Holiday Art and Gift Show into a fun and easy virtual shopping experience! All of which can be done from the comfort of your home while still supporting Art Spark Texas and our talented Texas Artists. You’re going to love this! There are four fantastic ways for you to shop for everyone on your list\, including yourself. \n\nCurated Art Box (on sale through Dec 21)\n\nOn sale through March 31\, 2021: \n\nArt Party in a Box \nArt Projects in a Box\nPet Portraits\n\nCurated by the Art Spark Texas team\, each Curated Art Box reflects the talent and diverse abilities of our Artists. We hand-selected artwork and curated the boxes ready for pickup or shipping out to you\, or to your friends and family. There’s wonderful surprises and gifts for everyone on your list in each box! Earrings for your niece\, a scarf for Dad\, a fragrant candle for your boss – the contents of each box are sure to please. Gift yourself\, or surprise your best friend with an entire box! The price is right\, at just $50\, for a selection of Art valued at more. \nArt Spark Artists are ready to commission your Pet Portraits this season (with a fun added twist for the holidays) so\, place your order soon. Shipping is also available. \nStart shopping here today and we can have your gifts and Art Box selections ready for you before Thanksgiving if you need them for early delivery. The last day for pickup of your items and boxes for holiday gift-giving is Monday\, December 21st. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nQuestions? Contact our Director of Programs\, April Sullivan at april@artsparktx.org.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/holiday-art-show-reimagined/2020-11-11/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Art & Gift Show
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SUMMARY:Virtual Elements Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Take a deep dive into the rigor\, and the joy\, of the Full Radius Dance physically integrated (dancers with and without disabilities) modern dance technique. Join Douglas Scott and Laurel Lawson as they lead you through a class that discusses the intent of the movement\, what muscle groups are used\, and how it can be executed by different embodiments – seated on the floor\, seated in a chair\, or standing. \nTopic: November 14th Virtual Elements Dance Class\nTime: 2:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)\nClass Fee: sliding scale from $5-20\, pay online.\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.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-elements-dance-class-4/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T190000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Community Conversations: Skye Howell
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Community Conversation on Wednesday\, November 18 (7-8:00 PM CT) about honoring Native American Heritage: Beyond the Land Acknowledgement and Diversity months. We will have a conversation with Skye Howell\, MEd\, CTRS\, Potawatomi/Ottawa\, (she/hers) Native American advocate\, restorative educator and author. She will share the significance of offering a Land Acknowledgement and what it means to move beyond and truly honor Native Americans in our community\, culture and arts. \n \nSkye Howell is a White Native woman who was detribalized when her father was removed from their Native family and community at the age of 5. She is a proud Austin ISD parent of a first grader\, a circle keeper and anti-racist educator who advocates for Educational Equity regardless of race\, ability level\, gender\, sexual orientation\, religion or other differences. She uses art\, music\, literature and movement to curate spaces of healing and restoration in her community. \nThe Roundtable is free to attend and will be recorded. We use the GoToMeeting app\, please consider downloading the app now. \nCaptioning available with 48 hours prior notification to outreach@artsparktx.org \nPlease join my meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone. Click here to join the meeting. \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nUnited States: +1 (872) 240-3212 \nAccess Code: 492-813-965 \nNew to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts. Click here to install the app. \nQuestions? Contact Susan Slattery\, susan@artsparktx.org
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-community-conversations-skye-howell/
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
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SUMMARY:Virtual Elements Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:The company is committed to redefining the boundaries of dance through performance\, education\, and advocacy\, and constantly seeks opportunities to promote its core values for body positivity. At Full Radius Dance\, we believe that your body is perfect\, has undiscovered movement\, and can experience dance. \nTake a deep dive into the rigor\, and the joy\, of the Full Radius Dance physically integrated (dancers with and without disabilities) modern dance technique. Join Douglas Scott and Laurel Lawson as they lead you through a class that discusses the intent of the movement\, what muscle groups are used\, and how it can be executed by different embodiments – seated on the floor\, seated in a chair\, or standing. \nTopic: November 21st Virtual Elements Dance Class\nTime: 2:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)\nClass Fee: sliding scale from $5-20\, pay online.\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.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-elements-dance-class-4-2020-11-21/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201124
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SUMMARY:Registration now open: Speaking Advocate Training Program
DESCRIPTION:2021 New Speaking Advocate Training Program. Now you can invite friends from all over Texas These classes are an updated online version of our Opening Minds\, Opening Doors (OMOD) public speaker training program for adults with disabilities. We combine the art of storytelling with public speaking skills\, so our speakers can bring their stories to the general public and challenge misconceptions about what it means to live with a disability. The new program will include training to participate in creating content and producing our new podcast to be launched in 2021. \nClick here for link to 2021 Program registration A shout out to Texas State Independent Living Council (Texas SILC) for their generous support in this effort.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/registration-now-open-speaking-advocate-training-program/2020-11-23/
CATEGORIES:Speaking Advocates
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - OMOD":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201202
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
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SUMMARY:Giving Tuesday 2020: Collective Dreaming for the Future
DESCRIPTION:Support Art Spark Texas on Giving Tuesday\, December 1! \n#GivingTuesday is a designated annual day of giving to non-profit organizations which takes place this year on Tuesday\, December 1st. Art Spark’s 2020 Giving Tuesday theme is Collective Dreaming for the Future. \nIn 2021\, we will continue the work\, which we began at the beginning of the pandemic\, of offering our classes\, workshops and programs online. We created new outreach through our Community Conversations\, new Songwriting series\, and increased our Veterans classes and mobile arts for Seniors instruction. Our plan is to continue to expand these virtual education programs and\, with your support\, we will be able to do that! \nDream with us and Donate here today! \nQuestions? Contact Susan\, outreach@artsparktx.org
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/giving-tuesday-2020-collective-dreaming-for-the-future/
CATEGORIES:Fundraisers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201202T200000
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SUMMARY:Community Conversations: Hannah Lee
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Virtual Community Conversation with Visual Artist Hannah Lee. Hannah is a professional artist here in Austin and was featured as our November Artist of the Month. \nHannah’s paintings and prints focus on the human form\, in particular\, the portrait. In this conversation\, Hannah will discuss the ideas behind her work as well as lead us in a guided portrait drawing activity. Bring a photo reference\, perhaps of a loved one\, and let this be the spark for a holiday gift. \nIf you are an absolute beginner who aspires to understand the human face\, or a practicing professional\, you will learn some tools and methods to help you refine your portraits. \nIf you have any questions\, or need an accommodation (48 hours notice is needed)\, please contact outreach@artsparktx.org \nSign up for notifications for future Community Conversations here. \nCommunity Conversation with Hannah Lee\nWednesday\, Dec 2\, 2020 7 PM – 8 PM (CT)\nPlease join my meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone. \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nUnited States: +1 (872) 240-3212\nAccess Code: 468-246-349\nNew to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/community-conversations-hannah-lee/
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
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SUMMARY:On Display Global 2020
DESCRIPTION:On Display Global is a social justice initiative performed annually in honor of the UN’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3. \nOn Display is a durational art exhibition and commentary on the body as spectacle. On Display turns a cast of diverse and extreme bodies into a sculpture court where the performers are the sculptures. \nThis year\, On Display is going virtual for 24hours. Art Spark Texas is honored to host one hour from 7-8pm CT. \nJoin us by emailing silva@artsparktx.org \nON DISPLAY GLOBAL 2020-DECEMBER 3RD. 24 HOURS. ONE LIVESTREAM.\nView here https://heidilatskydance.org/odg2020
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/on-display-global-2020/
CATEGORIES:Body Shift
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
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SUMMARY:Speaking Advocates with Tyler Gobble
DESCRIPTION:Speaking Advocates end-of-year special event. Join us for a conversation with past instructors on Saturday\, December 5 and 12\, 1-2pm CT. \nOnce Was Someone Else & Still Am. (December 5)\nIn this talk\, poet\, collagist\, and podcaster Tyler Gobble shares his journey of struggling with bipolar disorder\, managing through making\, and finding purpose in the stories of others. \nThis virtual conversation will be held on Zoom. \nZoom Meeting Link: Click here to join.\nMeeting ID: 827 7253 2112\nPasscode: 871861\nOne tap mobile +13462487799\,\,82772532112#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,871861# US (Houston)\n+12532158782\,\,82772532112#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,871861# US (Tacoma)\nDial by your location\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\nMeeting ID: 827 7253 2112\nPasscode: 871861\nFind your local number
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/speaking-advocates-with-tyler-gobble/
CATEGORIES:Speaking Advocates
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - OMOD":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201206T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
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SUMMARY:Virtual Open Mic - The Lion & Pirate
DESCRIPTION:The Lion & Pirate set off on our final online adventure of 2020. Sunday\, December 6. Hope you’ll be aboard! \nThe Lion & Pirate is an inclusive\, open mic for writers\, performers and acoustic musicians. Sign up to perform by noon December 5. \nWe’ll start with a featured reader is former Speaking Advocates instructor Tyler Gobble\, then 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! 2020 was one like no other and it has given us plenty of artistic fodder and inspiration\, show us your favorite work of the year. \nTo perform sign up here by noon December 5. \nFor more details and visit our facebook page Lion and Pirate Facebook Page. Zoom link to event to be posted at later date.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-open-mic-the-lion-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:20201212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
CREATED:20201123T230927Z
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SUMMARY:Speaking Advocates with Eric Clow
DESCRIPTION:Speaking Advocates end-of-year special event. Join us for a conversation with past instructors on Saturday\, December 5 and 12\, 1-2pm CT. \nSelf-Care is Self-Advocacy (December 12)\nFormer OMOD Coordinator Eric Clow will explore the healing aspects of his journaling\, poetry\, and meditation practices\, and how they relate to his broader self-care routines and advocacy. \nThis virtual conversation will be held on Zoom. \nZoom Meeting Link: Click here to join.\nMeeting ID: 827 7253 2112\nPasscode: 871861\nOne tap mobile +13462487799\,\,82772532112#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,871861# US (Houston)\n+12532158782\,\,82772532112#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,871861# US (Tacoma)\nDial by your location\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\nMeeting ID: 827 7253 2112\nPasscode: 871861\nFind your local number \nWriting poetry during quarantine
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/speaking-advocates-with-eric-clow/
CATEGORIES:Speaking Advocates
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - OMOD":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201212T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201212T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
CREATED:20201209T155127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201209T155127Z
UID:10001516-1607783400-1607790600@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Elements Class: End of Year Get Together!
DESCRIPTION:On December 12th we will gather from 2.30-4.3opm CT on zoom to watch “Artificial Things” and honor the memory and legacy of Dave Toole. We will also discuss about creativity\, the coming year and what is happening with Art Spark Dance and Body Shift Collective as well as dancing\, of course. Feel free to join us if you are new to our dance class. This is a great way to learn more about this program.\nYou can join this virtually in the link below. \nLet’s get together and connect!\nTime: December 12th 2020\, 2.30-4.30pm CT\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 842 7407 0780\nPasscode: 037776\nClass is free.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/elements-class-end-of-year-get-together/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210102T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
CREATED:20210104T161459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T231116Z
UID:10001518-1609614000-1609619400@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\, January 2\, 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\nWe want to hear your creative visions and wishes. Do you have a message of hope for the world or new project you need a friendly place to share? There are 10 slots available and a waiting list. Performers: click 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-2/
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Speaking Advocates":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210126
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
CREATED:20210126T012530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T013047Z
UID:10001551-1611532800-1611619199@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:For Sale: Valentine’s Day Art Boxes
DESCRIPTION:A surprise visit from Cupid will create a magical day for you and your loved ones! Our Valentine’s Curated Art Box is crafted with love and full of delightful things\, including Sweet Treats from Cupid himself! We have hand-selected artwork and curated the boxes ready for pickup or shipping out to you\, or to your family and special friends. \nThere are wonderful surprises inside each box: Paintings\, jewelry and other wearables\, fragrant candles\, bath bombs and more – the contents of each box are sure to please! Each box comes with a handmade Valentine card\, which you can personalize with your own message—or we can write it for you! \nShop now. \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/for-sale-valentines-day-art-boxes/2021-01-25/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts Pop-up Shop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks%2C Susan":MAILTO:susan@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210125T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210125T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
CREATED:20210114T205920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T230954Z
UID:10001524-1611599400-1611603000@www.artsparktx.org
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/2021-01-25/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210126T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
CREATED:20210114T233642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T234225Z
UID:10001544-1611685800-1611689400@www.artsparktx.org
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-2/2021-01-26/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
CREATED:20210120T012609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T021320Z
UID:10001550-1611774000-1611779400@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Community Conversations: Virtual Card-Making Party
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars and gather your card stock paper\, markers\, pencils\, paint\, stampers and ink\, cut-out pictures from magazines\, miscellaneous paper ephemera and get ready to be creative. There will be some creative prompt challenges (participation is optional)\, and we’ll take some time to show off our new creations. \nThis is all about hanging out and making fun art in a relaxed\, conversational setting. \nMeeting Link.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/community-conversations-virtual-card-making-party/
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210207T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
CREATED:20210104T215301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T232546Z
UID:10001519-1612702800-1612708200@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\, February 7\, 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 February 6. \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-3/
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:20210210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
CREATED:20210210T213538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T213823Z
UID:10001265-1612983600-1612987200@www.artsparktx.org
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/
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:20210213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
CREATED:20210203T051050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T180452Z
UID:10001589-1613214000-1613217600@www.artsparktx.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
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/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210221T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
CREATED:20210201T034341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210312T213707Z
UID:10001576-1613919600-1613923200@www.artsparktx.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Seniors,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Classroom":MAILTO:classroom@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
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/
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks%2C Susan":MAILTO:susan@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
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/
CATEGORIES:Classes for Veterans,Veteran Writing Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
CREATED:20210203T051050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T182120Z
UID:10001592-1614423600-1614427200@www.artsparktx.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Virtual Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
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/
CATEGORIES:Speaking Advocates
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Speaking Advocates":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210305T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100500
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/
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