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SUMMARY:Body Shift Winter Dance Jam
DESCRIPTION:In place of our regularly scheduled Elements class we will have a Winter Dance Jam. We will start with a guided warm-up to lead us into open dancing with and without music. \nThe jam is Saturday\, December 14th from 2:30-4:30pm at the Townlake YMCA. The dance jam is facilitated by Tanya Winters. \nSaturday\, December 14th from 2:30-4:30pm at the Townlake YMCA in the large group exercise room on the first floor. Adults (age 18 and up) of all abilities are encouraged to attend. Some experience with movement/dance improvisation or contact improvisation is best. No membership required. Cost is on a sliding scale of $5-$20. See you there! \nFor more information\, email silva@artsparktx.org or call (512) 454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/body-shift-winter-dance/
LOCATION:Town Lake YMCA\, 1100 W. Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Body Shift
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SUMMARY:Speaking Advocates: What Ruffles Your Feathers
DESCRIPTION:As we approach the New Year\, let’s take a moment to vent and get a few things off our chest. Maybe in doing so we can start fresh in 2020. ADDED BONUS: after our chat\, we’ll save some time to browse our Holiday Art And Gift Show offerings\, indulge in some tasty snacks and drinks\, and enjoy live music from yours truly and my trusty Dude Choir! \nPLEASE NOTE: We will meet the third Saturdays of November and December due to the holiday season. \nOur Opening Minds\, Opening Doors Speaking Advocates group is free and meets the last Saturday of every month from 1-3 PM in Room 161 of the AGE of Central Texas Building. We welcome adults with disabilities who are interested in presenting stories and meeting other speakers. Email eric@artsparktx.org to RSVP or learn more.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/speaking-advocates-what-ruffles-your-feathers/
LOCATION:AGE Building Rm 161\, 3710 Cedar Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78705
CATEGORIES:OMOD,Speaking Advocates
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - OMOD":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20191211T202907Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Artists: Erin Rosales\, Ariana Rangel\, and Nancy Wood
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Artists Reception 2-4pm – Saturday\, December 21\nFeatured Artists: Erin Rosales\, Ariana Rangel\, Nancy Wood. \nArtists Bios: \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n  \n11th Annual Holiday Art & Gift Show\n3707 Home Lane\, Austin\, Tx 78705\nRoom 101 in the AGE of Central Texas Building off 38th Street–east of Guadalupe\nParking lot available off of Home Lane and 35th Street.\n(512) 454-9912 \nHOURS\nTuesdays-Friday: 10 am to 6 pm\nThursdays: extended hours until 8 pm\nSaturdays: 12–5 pm Meet the Artists Receptions\, 2 to 4 pm \nDecember 23–Last Minute Monday!  10 am to 6 pm \nBuy unique artwork and gifts from Texas artists including cards\, jewelry\, prints\, original final art\, clothing\, books\, ceramics\, glass\, and more! Sales support Art Sparks Texas programming and 70% of the sale goes directly to the artist. \nMore information
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/meet-the-artists-erin-rosales-ariana-rangel-and-nancy-wood/
LOCATION:AGE Building\, 3710 Cedar Street\, Room 101\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibits,Holiday Art & Gift Show
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - OMOD":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200103
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20191204T192356Z
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SUMMARY:Call for Scripts: VSA 2020 Young Playwright Discovery Program
DESCRIPTION:Application Deadline: Thursday\, January 2\, 2020 10:59pm CST\nThe Kennedy Center – Office of VSA and Accessibility -Now Accepting 2020 Playwright Discovery Applications! \nVSA Playwright Discovery Program – A Jean Kennedy Smith Arts and Disability Program\nOpens September 1\, 2019 through January 2\, 2020. Young writers with disabilities and collaborative groups that include students with disabilities\, in the U.S. grades 6-12 (or equivalents) or ages 11-18 for non-U.S. students\, are invited to explore the disability experience through the art of writing for performance—in the form of plays\, screenplays\, or music theater. Writers are encouraged to craft short (10 minute) works from their own experiences and observations in the style of realism\, through the creation of fictional characters and settings\, or writing metaphorically or abstractly about the disability experience. \nLearn more about the 2020 Playwright Discovery Award Program and how to apply. 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/call-for-scripts-vsa-2020-young-playwright-discovery-program/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Calls for Art
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200104
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CREATED:20191213T220412Z
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SUMMARY:Side by Side Filmmaking Internship Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 3\, 2020\nArt Spark Texas (formerly VSA Texas) is looking for adults with disabilities interested in taking part in an internship in filmmaking. During an 8-week course\, participants will work with a corporate client to investigate\, research\, design and produce a 2-3 minute documentary-style\, promotional video. Join the team this January and help create an Art Spark Texas Side by Side documentary video. \nClick here for more information
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/side-by-side-filmmaking-internship-application-deadline/
LOCATION:Art Spark Texas\, Classroom 101\, 3710 Cedar Street\, Austin\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Media Arts,Side by Side
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - OMOD":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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SUMMARY:The Lion and The Pirate Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Share a story\, poem\, song\, or other talent in a fun and supportive neighborhood bookstore. The open mic is wheelchair accessible. Please contact us at least one week in advance to request other accommodations\, including ASL interpreting\, audio description\, etc. \nYou can RSVP\, invite friends\, and follow our Facebook event page for updates. \nFor more information\, email Boye Nagle or call 512-454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/the-lion-and-the-pirate-open-mic-11/2020-01-04/
LOCATION:Malvern Books\, 613 W. 29th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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:20200119T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200119T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
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SUMMARY:Alamo Drafthouse Mueller: Screening of Give Me Liberty
DESCRIPTION:Tickets on Sale Now \nArt Spark Texas and the League of Ordinary Weirdos invite you to spend a Sunday afternoon at the movies with us at Alamo Mueller Drafthouse. The theater will screen Give Me Liberty (2019)\, an American comedy film\, directed by Kirill Makhanovsky. You will not want to miss this one! This will be the first time this multi award-winning film will be screened in Austin. In fact\, it’s had limited screenings outside of various film festivals\, so don’t miss this opportunity to take a hilarious\, cinematic joyride with Art Spark and the League of Ordinary Weirdos! \n2019 | 110 MIN | NR \nDIRECTOR: Kirill Mikhanovsky\nSTARRING: Chris Galust\, Lauren ‘Lolo’ Spencer\, Maxim Stoyanov \nIn this freewheeling comedy\, medical transport driver Vic risks his job to shuttle a group of rowdy seniors and a Russian boxer to a funeral\, dragging clients like Tracy\, a young woman with ALS\, along for the ride.  Tickets on Sale Now \nHere’s what film critics have to say about Give Me Liberty:\n“Hilarious\, delightfully unpredictable.”– New York Times\n“Electric. A fresh all-American crowd-pleaser.”– RogerEbert.com\n“Exhilarating! One of the best of Sundance”– The Hollywood Reporter \nView the Official Trailer
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/alamo-drafthouse-mueller-screening-of-give-me-liberty/
LOCATION:Alamo Drafthouse Mueller\, 1911 Aldrich St #120\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Screening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas":MAILTO:info@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200125
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
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SUMMARY:Call for Art: Valentine's Pop-up Shop
DESCRIPTION:DEADLINE: January 24\, 2020. Download Entry Form. \nArt Spark Texas is hosting a pop-up shop for artists to sell their work in advance of Valentine’s Day. 2D and 3D works in all media\, crafts\, literary arts\, and other handmade products are eligible. Tables and chairs provided. For more details and an entry form contact april@artsparktx.org. \nArt Spark Texas Valentine Arts & Crafts Pop-Up Shop\nSaturday\, February 8\, 2020\n12-4 pm \nDownload Entry Form (.doc file)
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/call-for-art-valentines-pop-up-shop/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Calls for Art
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200125T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200110T174652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200111T012431Z
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SUMMARY:Speaking Advocates: What Inspires Us
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Speaking Advocates theme is “What Inspires Us“. \nThe experiences of people with disabilities are frequently distorted as inspiration for non-disabled people. The term “inspiration porn\,” coined by the late comedian/activist Stella Young\, refers to exploitative portrayals of people with disabilities in which their regular everyday activities are re-framed as brave or inspirational while the same activities\, when performed by non-disabled people\, earn little recognition. Join the Speaking Advocates this month to reclaim the original meaning of inspiration as that which emboldens us to pursue great ambitions\, persevere in accomplishing our biggest goals\, or elevating our consciousness to a higher plane. It’s your turn to say what inspires you. \nOur Opening Minds\, Opening Doors Speaking Advocates group is free and meets the last Saturday of every month from 1 to 3 PM in Room 161 of the AGE of Central Texas Building. We welcome adults with disabilities who are interested in presenting stories and meeting other speakers. Email Ms. Boye to RSVP or learn more. \nFollow our Facebook group page for updates. \nImage description: Comedian Stella Young sits proudly in her power wheelchair wearing bright red high-heeled shoes with white polka dots held up for the camera to see. She looks straight into the camera with a mischievous grin on her face.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/speaking-advocates-2/
LOCATION:AGE Building Rm 161\, 3710 Cedar Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78705
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:20200126T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200126T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200109T212757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200109T214346Z
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SUMMARY:Card Making Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Card-making\, Creativity and Community  \nSpend an afternoon making cards with Art Spark artists and friends! We will provide supplies and snacks\, but you are welcome to bring supplies and snacks to share. \nThe event is free\, but we ask that you make some cards for Art Spark to sell besides the ones you make to take home. We will have lots of Valentine’s Day card-making materials. We hope to make this a quarterly event. Any questions? Please contact outreach@artsparktx.org
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/card-making-party/
LOCATION:AGE Building Rm 161\, 3710 Cedar Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78705
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200101T200627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200210T184005Z
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SUMMARY:The Lion and The Pirate Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Share a story\, poem\, song\, or other talent in a fun and supportive neighborhood bookstore. The open mic is wheelchair accessible. Please contact us at least one week in advance to request other accommodations\, including ASL interpreting\, audio description\, etc. \nYou can RSVP\, invite friends\, and follow our Facebook event page for updates. \nFor more information\, email Boye Nagle or call 512-454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/the-lion-and-the-pirate-open-mic-11/2020-02-02/
LOCATION:Malvern Books\, 613 W. 29th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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:20200203T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200203T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
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SUMMARY:Create Your Story! : Writing and Art Workshop for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Art Spark Texas (formerly VSA Texas) and the Austin VA Outpatient Clinic\nHeld at the Austin VA Outpatient Clinic\, Room 2B-164 \nSix Week Class: February 3 – March 9\, 2020\nMondays 1:30-3:30 pm\nInstructor: Elizabeth Decker\nFREE! Register: 512-454-9912 or april@artsparktx.org \nSpace is limited. Any experience level welcome. \nExpress your story with powerful words and bold colors! Reflect\, create and connect to your personal story through freestyle\, stream of conscious style writing exercises. Each week you will focus on a different theme and have a piece of writing and a piece of art at the end of each session. Supplies will be provided. \nElizabeth Decker is a celebrated artist\, author\, poet\, teacher\, documentary filmmaker\, certified Mediator\, and personal creative story guide. Her work is about helping others remove blocks that hold them back and passionately move forward rediscovering and redefining who they are. Her popular workshops are booked in Austin\, LA\, and NYC. She has been a guest speaker for the Episcopalian Veterans Fellowship and her illustrated book of prose\, The MelancholyGirls\, has helped inspire others to create and share their honest story of self. Find more about Elizabeth at www.elizabethdeckerproductions.blogspot.com
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/create-your-story-writing-and-art-workshop-for-veterans/
LOCATION:Austin VA Outpatient Clinic\, 7901 Metropolis Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200205T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200205T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
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SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance: A Night with Janis Joplin
DESCRIPTION:A Night with Janis Joplin\nThe Topfer at ZACH Theatre\nCreated\, Written and Directed by Randy Johnson\nStarring Mary Bridget Davies \nAudio Described performance: February 5\, 2020 \nThe legendary queen of rock-n-roll\, Janis Joplin\, explodesonto the stage in a concert experience that celebrates the Texas musical marvel\, and shines a spotlight on the trailblazing female blues and soul vocalists who influenced her. A Night with Janis Joplin is packed with enduring hits like “Me and Bobby McGee\,” “Mercedes Benz\,” and “Summertime\,” plus hit songs by icons Aretha Franklin\, Nina Simone\, Etta James\, and more. It’s sure to take a little piece of your heart! \nAge recommendation: 17 and up for strong language\, political commentary\, and adult themes\nStrobe lighting effects will be used during this performance. Some stage lighting aims toward audience at certain moments of the show.\nRun time: Two hours and 20 minutes \nVisit ZACH Theatre online or call 512-476-0541 to purchase tickets and request audio description.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-a-night-with-janis-joplin/
LOCATION:The Topfer at ZACH Theatre\, 202 South Lamar Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audio Described Performances
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200208T160000
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SUMMARY:Valentine’s Arts and Crafts Pop-up Shop
DESCRIPTION:Shop for unique Valentine gifts created by Art Spark Texas and Austin NextTribe artists on Saturday\, February 8th (12:00-4 PM) at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church\, 2128 Barton Hills Drive in Austin! Curated vendors will offer fine crafts\, cards\, wearables\, jewelry\, artwork\, books\, prints\, nail art and more! \nTypewriter Stars will be on hand to create personalized Valentine poems on vintage typewriters while you wait. The Zilker neighborhood Girl Scouts will sell cookies. Tasty treats and libations will be served. Plenty of free parking available. \nShare our Facebook event
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/valentines-arts-and-crafts-pop-up-shop/
LOCATION:St. Mark’s Episcopal Church\, 2128 Barton Hills Drive\, Austin\, Texas\, 78704
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts Pop-up Shop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200208T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200415T170024Z
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SUMMARY:Elements Dance Class (canceled)
DESCRIPTION:Art Spark Texas offers the Elements dance class every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 2:30-4:30pm at the Town Lake YMCA in the large group exercise room on the first floor. Instructor: Silva Laukkanen \nElements is an ongoing class for people familiar with dance improvisation and want to go into the practice in a supportive environment. We study dance and movement improvisation and somatics. No gym membership is required to attend. Open to adults age 18 and up; all abilities with some dance experience. No registration necessary. The class fee is on a sliding scale from $5-$20\, cash or check accepted. You can pay the class fee online here. See you at the Y! \nFor more information\, email Silva Laukkanen or call (512) 454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/elements-dance-class-2nd-saturday/2020-02-08/
LOCATION:Town Lake YMCA\, 1100 W. Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Integrated Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Integrated Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200215T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200215T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
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SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance: AXIS Dance Company
DESCRIPTION:AXIS Dance Company\nWith Works by Jennifer Archibald\, Marc Brew & Robert Dekkers Presented in partnership with Art Spark Texas and KUT-FM \nFebruary 15\, 2020 @ 7:30pm\nPrepare to leave all your preconceptions at the door! \nAXIS Dance Company\, one of the world’s most acclaimed and innovative ensembles of performers with and without disabilities\, will change the way you think about dance and the possibilities of the human body forever. Founded in 1987 and based in Oakland\, California\, AXIS has become a jewel of contemporary dance and disability culture. AXIS has paved the way for a powerful contemporary dance form—physically integrated dance—performing in over 100 cities in the US\, Israel\, UK\, Europe\, and Russia. \nFor their Austin debut\, AXIS brings three short performances to Bass Concert Hall: \n\nPetrichor– the smell of earth after rain by Jennifer Archibald. This program\, offers snapshots of intimate connections and pushes the dancers of AXIS to face how gratitude makes sense of our past\, brings peace for today\, and creates a vision for tomorrow.\nFlutter by Robert Dekker. A trio of dancers explore the balance between structure and freedom\, between holding on and letting go\, and between individuality and interconnectedness.\nRadical Impact by Marc Brew. Performers explore what it means to be human through music and movement\, investigating themes around identity. The work draws on each dancer’s unique experiences and how they identify in the world and connect with others – telling their stories through the medium of dance.\n\nPost-Perfomance Talk: Immediately following the performance
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-axis-dance-company/
LOCATION:Bass Concert Hall\, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audio Described Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200216T170000
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SUMMARY:Axis Dance Company Teacher Training in Physically Integrated Dance
DESCRIPTION:Axis Dance Company Teacher Training in Physically Integrated Dance\nFundamentals of Inclusive Teaching and Working with Diverse Students \nPurchase Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/teacher-training\nWith the goal of introducing inclusive dance practices and sensitivity\, AXIS Dance Company offers this exciting\, movement-based workshop geared toward teachers and faculty working with diverse populations. The session includes both learning and experiencing participatory exercises\, tasks\, and activities for classrooms and discussions about disability\,  language barriers to learning\, and accessibility. We design this teacher training for teachers of dance and experienced artists interested in developing their teaching skills in leading integrated dance in an inclusive and supportive environment. \nAXIS Dance Company teaches inclusively\, ensuring workshops are accessible to all. \nWhen: February 16th\, 2020 from 2pm-5pm \nEarly bird registration $30 until February 1st and after that $45 Purchase Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/teacher-training (contact sliva@artsaprktx.org for more information) \nThis workshop will be held at: \nL. Theo Bellmont Hall\nDance Studio BEL 502A\n2109 San Jacinto Boulevard\nAustin TX 78712.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/axis-dance-company-teacher-training-in-physically-integrated-dance/
LOCATION:L.Theo Bellmont Hall\, 2109 San Jacinto Boulevard\, Austin\, Texas\, 78712
CATEGORIES:Integrated Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Integrated Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200205T182851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200205T182851Z
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SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance: Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Game Night with TILT\nIt’s all fun and games as TILT takes over East Austin this February! \nJoin us as we kick off TILT’s sixth season with 75 minutes of nonstop tales & tournaments\, sports & stories\, and puzzles & play! Whether you prefer to sit back and relax or join in on the fun throughout this interactive performance\, you’ll never think of playing games in quite the same way again. \nThursday night\, February 20 will be:\nAudio-described\nASL Interpreted\nSensory Friendly \nPurchase tickets online
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-game-night/
LOCATION:TILT at Imagine Art\, 2830 Real St\, Austin\, Texas\, 78722
CATEGORIES:Audio Described Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200220T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200205T170435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200205T190922Z
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SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance: Come From Away
DESCRIPTION:Come From Away – A New Musical\nFebruary 20 @ 8pm \n“Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY is a Best Musical winner all across North America! \nThis New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7\,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high\, but uneasiness turned into trust\, music soared into the night\, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. \nDon’t miss this breathtaking new musical written by Tony® nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein\, and helmed by this year’s Tony-winning Best Director\, Christopher Ashley. Newsweek cheers\, “you take to a place you never want to leave!” \nOn 9/11\, the world stopped. \nOn 9/12\, their stories moved us all.” \nAccessibility Information: https://texasperformingarts.org/visit/accessibility \nEvent and Parking Information:\nhttps://texasperformingarts.org/season/come-from-away-broadway-austin-2020 \nTicket Office:\nemail: tickets@texasperformingarts.org or call: 512.471.1444\nTuesday–Friday: 10 am–5 pm
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-come-from-away/
LOCATION:Bass Concert Hall\, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audio Described Performances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200221T122000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200205T215513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200205T215513Z
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SUMMARY:DanceAbility Method: Lecture Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Lecture Demonstration:  “The DanceAbility Method: Creating a Social Model of Inclusivity Through the Language of Dance” \nOlivia O’Hare and the Body Shift Collective will present a lecture demonstration titled “The DanceAbility Method: Creating a Social Model of Inclusivity Through the Language of Dance” on February 21st from 11am-12:20pm (including Q & A) in the Recital Hall in the Performing Arts Center at Texas State University (405 Moon St\, San Marcos 78666). This event is free and open for public. \nThe language of the body\, preverbal\, is the oldest language. Olivia’s lecture will include a discussion of the power of improvisational dance for developing body awareness\, enhancing interpersonal relationships\, and creative expression for people of all abilities and backgrounds. The Body Shift Collective will demonstrate the principles of the DanceAbility method of inclusive dance to showcase how practicing structured improvisation can create instant choreography in the moment. There will be a brief Q & A with Olivia and the dancers after the presentation.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/danceability-method-lecture-demonstration/
LOCATION:Recital Hall in the Performing Arts Center at Texas State University\, 405 Moon St\, San Marcos\, Texas\, 78666
CATEGORIES:Body Shift
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200222T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200222T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20190709T231029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200415T170024Z
UID:10001287-1582381800-1582389000@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Elements Dance Class (canceled)
DESCRIPTION:Art Spark Texas offers the Elements dance class every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 2:30-4:30pm at the Town Lake YMCA in the large group exercise room on the first floor. Instructor: Silva Laukkanen \nElements is an ongoing class for people familiar with dance improvisation and want to go into the practice in a supportive environment. We study dance and movement improvisation and somatics. No gym membership is required to attend. Open to adults age 18 and up; all abilities with some dance experience. No registration necessary. The class fee is on a sliding scale from $5-$20\, cash or check accepted. You can pay the class fee online here. See you at the Y! \nFor more information\, email Silva Laukkanen or call (512) 454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/elements-dance-class-2nd-saturday/2020-02-22/
LOCATION:Town Lake YMCA\, 1100 W. Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Integrated Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Integrated Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200229T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200229T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200110T174652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200205T190523Z
UID:10001350-1582981200-1582988400@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Speaking Advocates: Love You - Help You
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 29\, 2020 @ 1pm Room 161 \nLove You – Help You. February is the month of love and relationships. Any relationship is a complicated balance of many factors\, togetherness vs independence\, my needs vs your needs\, expectations vs honesty\, listening vs speaking. This dance seems to be far more complicated for those of us with disabilities who must choreograph this delicate ballet with overprotective parents\, partners\, caregivers and even strangers. \nWe want to hear about your successes and failures with defining and claiming your independence while staying connected to those you love and need. \nOur Opening Minds\, Opening Doors Speaking Advocates group is free and meets the last Saturday of every month from 1 to 3 PM in Room 161 of the AGE of Central Texas Building. We welcome adults with disabilities who are interested in presenting stories and meeting other speakers. Email boye@artsparktx.org to RSVP or learn more.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/speaking-advocates-2-2020-02-29/2020-02-29/
LOCATION:AGE Building Rm 161\, 3710 Cedar Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78705
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:20200303T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200202T215018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T182620Z
UID:10001138-1583262000-1583265600@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Scriveners' Circle and Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Writing Workshop for Veterans\nLocation: San Marcos\, TX 78666 (contact us for new location information)\nWorkshop 7-8pm\, Circle 8-9pm\nTuesdays\, March 3-April 7\, 2020 \nEach session of the six-week rotation will be divided into two sections— a writing class and a writers’ circle. \nAnyone may attend both or only one of the sections each week. \n\nThe first hour will be a class that consists of reading to be completed before class (or in class if time allows)\, discussion over the reading\, lessons on key concepts or ideas within creative writing\, writing prompts\, and writing prompts.\nThe second hour will consist of sharing and discussing each other’s’ work.\n\nCourse Description \nEvery person has a story to tell. Each life experience brings its own truth about existence in the world. Sometimes that truth is personal and can be seen through perseverance in the face of trauma or hardship. Other times\, that story exists in the world that we observe\, in the way people interact at a bowling alley or in the buzzing of bees as they pollinate a garden. This course is designed to help people find a way to tell their stories while learning the tools established by other writers. Whether a person wants to write about the time the cook spilled diesel fuel into the green beans on deployment or about the sharp pain that pierces their heart when visiting the gravesite of a close friend or relative\, their story matters. This course will give veterans the tools to evaluate literature\, write about their experiences\, and express the truths they have learned in lives built on service. It will focus on teaching fiction\, nonfiction\, and poetry in order to give veterans a number of tools in writing their truths. \nLearning Outcomes \nParticipants will be able to identify key concepts within fiction\, poetry\, and creative nonfiction. They will be able to apply these concepts in creating their own stories\, poems\, and essays. Through creative writing\, they will explore their own personal truths and find catharsis through expression. \nInstructor \nClayton Bradshaw writes poetry\, fiction\, and nonfiction that recognizes hard truths and holds the world accountable. He graduated from Sam Houston State University with a BA in English and currently participates in the MFA-Creative Writing program at Texas State University where he also teaches Freshman English. His work can be found in Barren Magazine\, The Deadly Writers Patrol; r.kv.r.y; Collateral; and War\, Literature\, and the Arts. His novel-in-progress\, Quietus\, looks to change the veteran narrative while exploring the inherited consequences of war far beyond personal trauma.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/scriveners-circle-and-workshop/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops,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:20200303T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200303T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200205T212723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T183452Z
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SUMMARY:Writers' Circle for Veterans (canceled)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, March 3 – April 7\, 2020 @ 8pm\nThe Writers’ Circle meets after the Writing Workshop in San Marcos.\nLocation: San Marcos\, TX 78666 (contact us for new location information) \nWorkshop for Veterans in San Marcos\, Texas\nTuesdays\, Workshop 7-8pm\, Circle 8-9pm\nMarch 3-April 7\, 2020 \nEach session of the six-week rotation is divided into two sections— a writing class and a writers’ circle. \nAnyone may attend both or only one section each week. \n\nThe first hour will be a class that consists of reading to be completed before class (or in class if time allows)\, discussion over the reading\, lessons on key concepts or ideas within creative writing\, writing prompts\, and writing prompts.\nThe second hour will consist of sharing and discussing each other’s’ work.\n\nCourse Description: Every person has a story to tell. Each life experience brings its own truth about existence in the world. Sometimes that truth is personal and can be seen through perseverance in the face of trauma or hardship. Other times\, that story exists in the world that we observe\, in the way people interact at a bowling alley or in the buzzing of bees as they pollinate a garden. This course is designed to help people find a way to tell their stories while learning the tools established by other writers. Whether a person wants to write about the time the cook spilled diesel fuel into the green beans on deployment or about the sharp pain that pierces their heart when visiting the gravesite of a close friend or relative\, their story matters. This course will give veterans the tools to evaluate literature\, write about their experiences\, and express the truths they have learned in lives built on service. It will focus on teaching fiction\, nonfiction\, and poetry in order to give veterans a number of tools in writing their truths. \nLearning Outcomes: Participants will be able to identify key concepts within fiction\, poetry\, and creative nonfiction. They will be able to apply these concepts in creating their own stories\, poems\, and essays. Through creative writing\, they will explore their own personal truths and find catharsis through expression. \nInstructor: Clayton Bradshaw writes poetry\, fiction\, and nonfiction that recognizes hard truths and holds the world accountable. He graduated from Sam Houston State University with a BA in English and currently participates in the MFA-Creative Writing program at Texas State University where he also teaches Freshman English. His work can be found in Barren Magazine\, The Deadly Writers Patrol; r.kv.r.y; Collateral; and War\, Literature\, and the Arts. His novel-in-progress\, Quietus\, looks to change the veteran narrative while exploring the inherited consequences of war far beyond personal trauma.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/writers-circle-for-veterans/2020-03-03/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200310T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200310T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200205T212723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T183452Z
UID:10001172-1583870400-1583874000@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Writers' Circle for Veterans (canceled)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, March 3 – April 7\, 2020 @ 8pm\nThe Writers’ Circle meets after the Writing Workshop in San Marcos.\nLocation: San Marcos\, TX 78666 (contact us for new location information) \nWorkshop for Veterans in San Marcos\, Texas\nTuesdays\, Workshop 7-8pm\, Circle 8-9pm\nMarch 3-April 7\, 2020 \nEach session of the six-week rotation is divided into two sections— a writing class and a writers’ circle. \nAnyone may attend both or only one section each week. \n\nThe first hour will be a class that consists of reading to be completed before class (or in class if time allows)\, discussion over the reading\, lessons on key concepts or ideas within creative writing\, writing prompts\, and writing prompts.\nThe second hour will consist of sharing and discussing each other’s’ work.\n\nCourse Description: Every person has a story to tell. Each life experience brings its own truth about existence in the world. Sometimes that truth is personal and can be seen through perseverance in the face of trauma or hardship. Other times\, that story exists in the world that we observe\, in the way people interact at a bowling alley or in the buzzing of bees as they pollinate a garden. This course is designed to help people find a way to tell their stories while learning the tools established by other writers. Whether a person wants to write about the time the cook spilled diesel fuel into the green beans on deployment or about the sharp pain that pierces their heart when visiting the gravesite of a close friend or relative\, their story matters. This course will give veterans the tools to evaluate literature\, write about their experiences\, and express the truths they have learned in lives built on service. It will focus on teaching fiction\, nonfiction\, and poetry in order to give veterans a number of tools in writing their truths. \nLearning Outcomes: Participants will be able to identify key concepts within fiction\, poetry\, and creative nonfiction. They will be able to apply these concepts in creating their own stories\, poems\, and essays. Through creative writing\, they will explore their own personal truths and find catharsis through expression. \nInstructor: Clayton Bradshaw writes poetry\, fiction\, and nonfiction that recognizes hard truths and holds the world accountable. He graduated from Sam Houston State University with a BA in English and currently participates in the MFA-Creative Writing program at Texas State University where he also teaches Freshman English. His work can be found in Barren Magazine\, The Deadly Writers Patrol; r.kv.r.y; Collateral; and War\, Literature\, and the Arts. His novel-in-progress\, Quietus\, looks to change the veteran narrative while exploring the inherited consequences of war far beyond personal trauma.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/writers-circle-for-veterans/2020-03-10/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200312T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200205T175326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T185341Z
UID:10001151-1584043200-1584043200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance: "Aladdin" (canceled)
DESCRIPTION:Aladdin\nMarch 12\, 2020 @ 8pm \n“Discover a whole new world at Disney’s ALADDIN\, the hit Broadway musical. \nFrom the producer of The Lion King comes the timeless story of ALADDIN\, a thrilling new production filled with unforgettable beauty\, magic\, comedy and breathtaking spectacle. It’s an extraordinary theatrical event where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite.” \nAccessibility Information: https://texasperformingarts.org/visit/accessibility \nEvent and Parking Information:\nhttps://texasperformingarts.org/season/aladdin-broadway-austin-2020 \nTicket Office:\nemail: tickets@texasperformingarts.org or call: 512.471.1444\nTuesday–Friday: 10 am–5 pm
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-aladdin/
LOCATION:Bass Concert Hall\, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audio Described Performances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20190709T231029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T164307Z
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SUMMARY:Elements Dance Class (canceled)
DESCRIPTION:We have canceled this event. Please click here for more information.  Art Spark Texas offers the Elements dance class every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 2:30-4:30pm at the Town Lake YMCA in the large group exercise room on the first floor. Instructor: Silva Laukkanen \nElements is an ongoing class for people familiar with dance improvisation and want to go into the practice in a supportive environment. We study dance and movement improvisation and somatics. No gym membership is required to attend. Open to adults age 18 and up; all abilities with some dance experience. No registration necessary. The class fee is on a sliding scale from $5-$20\, cash or check accepted. You can pay the class fee online here. See you at the Y! \nFor more information\, email Silva Laukkanen or call (512) 454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/elements-dance-class-2nd-saturday-2020-03-14/
LOCATION:Town Lake YMCA\, 1100 W. Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Integrated Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Integrated Dance":MAILTO:silva@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200101T200627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T164031Z
UID:10001314-1584212400-1584219600@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:The Lion and The Pirate Open Mic (canceled)
DESCRIPTION:We have canceled this event. Please click here for more information. Share a story\, poem\, song\, or other talent in a fun and supportive neighborhood bookstore. The open mic is wheelchair accessible. Please contact us at least one week in advance to request other accommodations\, including ASL interpreting\, audio description\, etc. \nYou can RSVP\, invite friends\, and follow our Facebook event page for updates. \nFor more information\, email Boye Nagle or call 512-454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/the-lion-and-the-pirate-open-mic-11-2020-03-14/
LOCATION:Malvern Books\, 613 W. 29th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - OMOD":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200317T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200317T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200205T212723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T183452Z
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SUMMARY:Writers' Circle for Veterans (canceled)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, March 3 – April 7\, 2020 @ 8pm\nThe Writers’ Circle meets after the Writing Workshop in San Marcos.\nLocation: San Marcos\, TX 78666 (contact us for new location information) \nWorkshop for Veterans in San Marcos\, Texas\nTuesdays\, Workshop 7-8pm\, Circle 8-9pm\nMarch 3-April 7\, 2020 \nEach session of the six-week rotation is divided into two sections— a writing class and a writers’ circle. \nAnyone may attend both or only one section each week. \n\nThe first hour will be a class that consists of reading to be completed before class (or in class if time allows)\, discussion over the reading\, lessons on key concepts or ideas within creative writing\, writing prompts\, and writing prompts.\nThe second hour will consist of sharing and discussing each other’s’ work.\n\nCourse Description: Every person has a story to tell. Each life experience brings its own truth about existence in the world. Sometimes that truth is personal and can be seen through perseverance in the face of trauma or hardship. Other times\, that story exists in the world that we observe\, in the way people interact at a bowling alley or in the buzzing of bees as they pollinate a garden. This course is designed to help people find a way to tell their stories while learning the tools established by other writers. Whether a person wants to write about the time the cook spilled diesel fuel into the green beans on deployment or about the sharp pain that pierces their heart when visiting the gravesite of a close friend or relative\, their story matters. This course will give veterans the tools to evaluate literature\, write about their experiences\, and express the truths they have learned in lives built on service. It will focus on teaching fiction\, nonfiction\, and poetry in order to give veterans a number of tools in writing their truths. \nLearning Outcomes: Participants will be able to identify key concepts within fiction\, poetry\, and creative nonfiction. They will be able to apply these concepts in creating their own stories\, poems\, and essays. Through creative writing\, they will explore their own personal truths and find catharsis through expression. \nInstructor: Clayton Bradshaw writes poetry\, fiction\, and nonfiction that recognizes hard truths and holds the world accountable. He graduated from Sam Houston State University with a BA in English and currently participates in the MFA-Creative Writing program at Texas State University where he also teaches Freshman English. His work can be found in Barren Magazine\, The Deadly Writers Patrol; r.kv.r.y; Collateral; and War\, Literature\, and the Arts. His novel-in-progress\, Quietus\, looks to change the veteran narrative while exploring the inherited consequences of war far beyond personal trauma.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/writers-circle-for-veterans/2020-03-17/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200324T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200324T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040748
CREATED:20200205T212723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T183452Z
UID:10001174-1585080000-1585083600@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Writers' Circle for Veterans (canceled)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, March 3 – April 7\, 2020 @ 8pm\nThe Writers’ Circle meets after the Writing Workshop in San Marcos.\nLocation: San Marcos\, TX 78666 (contact us for new location information) \nWorkshop for Veterans in San Marcos\, Texas\nTuesdays\, Workshop 7-8pm\, Circle 8-9pm\nMarch 3-April 7\, 2020 \nEach session of the six-week rotation is divided into two sections— a writing class and a writers’ circle. \nAnyone may attend both or only one section each week. \n\nThe first hour will be a class that consists of reading to be completed before class (or in class if time allows)\, discussion over the reading\, lessons on key concepts or ideas within creative writing\, writing prompts\, and writing prompts.\nThe second hour will consist of sharing and discussing each other’s’ work.\n\nCourse Description: Every person has a story to tell. Each life experience brings its own truth about existence in the world. Sometimes that truth is personal and can be seen through perseverance in the face of trauma or hardship. Other times\, that story exists in the world that we observe\, in the way people interact at a bowling alley or in the buzzing of bees as they pollinate a garden. This course is designed to help people find a way to tell their stories while learning the tools established by other writers. Whether a person wants to write about the time the cook spilled diesel fuel into the green beans on deployment or about the sharp pain that pierces their heart when visiting the gravesite of a close friend or relative\, their story matters. This course will give veterans the tools to evaluate literature\, write about their experiences\, and express the truths they have learned in lives built on service. It will focus on teaching fiction\, nonfiction\, and poetry in order to give veterans a number of tools in writing their truths. \nLearning Outcomes: Participants will be able to identify key concepts within fiction\, poetry\, and creative nonfiction. They will be able to apply these concepts in creating their own stories\, poems\, and essays. Through creative writing\, they will explore their own personal truths and find catharsis through expression. \nInstructor: Clayton Bradshaw writes poetry\, fiction\, and nonfiction that recognizes hard truths and holds the world accountable. He graduated from Sam Houston State University with a BA in English and currently participates in the MFA-Creative Writing program at Texas State University where he also teaches Freshman English. His work can be found in Barren Magazine\, The Deadly Writers Patrol; r.kv.r.y; Collateral; and War\, Literature\, and the Arts. His novel-in-progress\, Quietus\, looks to change the veteran narrative while exploring the inherited consequences of war far beyond personal trauma.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/writers-circle-for-veterans/2020-03-24/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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