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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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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200215T193000
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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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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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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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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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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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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200229T150000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200303T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200303T200000
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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/
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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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/
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200310T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200310T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
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/2020-03-10/
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200317T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200317T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20200205T212723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T183452Z
UID:10001173-1584475200-1584478800@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/2020-03-17/
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:20260404T060021
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/
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20200110T174652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T164726Z
UID:10001352-1585400400-1585407600@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Speaking Advocates (canceled)
DESCRIPTION:We have canceled this event. Please click here for more information. Our 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.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/speaking-advocates-2-2020-03-28/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200328T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200328T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20190709T231029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T164628Z
UID:10001290-1585405800-1585413000@www.artsparktx.org
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-2020-03-28/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200401
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20200111T011500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200111T015447Z
UID:10001356-1585612800-1585699199@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Nomination Deadline: 2020 Art Spark Texas Artists of the Year Awards
DESCRIPTION:The 2020 Art Spark Texas Artists of the Year Awards nominations are now open! We have revised the nomination form to allow you to nominate artists in several categories\, including:\n\nSpark Award\nLynn Marie Johnson Media Arts Award\nMobile Art Senior Artist Award\nHaven Street-Allen Artist of the Year.\n\nThe award ceremony will take place in September 2020 in Austin. We support all winners with their travel costs to come to the event. Nominations are open now and they are due no later than March 31\, 2020. We will announce winners in June 2020.\n\nAll artists with a disability of all disciplines* who live or work in Texas are eligible\, ages 16 and up. We welcome self nomination as well.\n\n*Visual art\, 2D and 3D\, media\, dance\, music\, drama\, writers\, poets – all are welcome and we encourage you to nominate someone you know!\n\nDownload Nomination Form
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/nomination-deadline-2020-art-spark-texas-artists-of-the-year-awards/
CATEGORIES:Awards
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas":MAILTO:info@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200331T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200331T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20200205T212723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T183452Z
UID:10001175-1585684800-1585688400@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/2020-03-31/
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200404T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200404T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20200403T221803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200403T221931Z
UID:10001360-1586026800-1586032200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:The Lion and The Pirate VIRTUAL Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:The Lion and the Pirate open mic is Zooming ahead! \nSign up through noon Saturday\, April 4\, 2020 to perform via Zoom conferencing by clicking here  \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. This just means that when Malvern re-opens to the public\, we need to support them as best we can! \nOur April open mic is moving online\, via Zoom. We will start with featured performer\, Thom the World Poet and surprise guests. 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! \nWhen: 7pm – Saturday\, April 4th\nWhere: Online via Zoom.\nHere’s the link: https://zoom.us/j/742292394\nNote: This event will be Live Captioned. \nIf you are worried about using your data you can join the fun by calling 1-346-248-7799 to dial-in then use the meeting code: 742 292 394 \nFor this open mic\, we’re especially interested in work that’s keeping you healthy and grounded as we physically distance ourselves. Have you written a poem or song (or found one) that’s helped get you through? Been practicing a dance routine that lets you move through the days with a little more joy? We invite you to share it with the community from your home stage! \nIf you’re a little shy\, this could be your chance to take the first step. If you turn your video off\, or perform off-screen\, or put your pet in front of the camera. \nOr you can tune in just to connect with your community and give us those “clap” reacts. \nThe show will be shorter than usual\, so we will limit the number of sign up slots. Sign up is open from today through Noon on Saturday 4th of April. Click here to sign up.  \nFor more information\, email Boye Nagle or call 512-454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/the-lion-and-the-pirate-virtual-open-mic/
LOCATION:TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - OMOD":MAILTO:boye@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200407T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200407T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20200205T212723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T183452Z
UID:10001176-1586289600-1586293200@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/2020-04-07/
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200411T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200411T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20190709T231029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200415T170024Z
UID:10001288-1586615400-1586622600@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/2020-04-11/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200421
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20200413T233339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200413T233618Z
UID:10001370-1586736000-1587427199@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Between Art and Quarantine Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Join the Art Spark Texas Between Art and Quarantine Challenge!\nHere’s an invitation to join in on something fun! We were so inspired by Rijksmuseum’s creative art challenge Between Art and Quarantine\, we decided to play. And you can\, too! Choose a favorite piece of artwork\, then recreate that artwork and take a photograph of it.\nStarting today through April 20th – post your photo featuring your favorite artwork along with your recreation of it on this event page  \nOr share it on Instagram and tag #ArtSparkRocks \nIf you are not on FB or IG\, you can send your image to outreach@artsparktx.org and we can post it for you. \nHow to do it: \n\nChoose your favorite artwork\nFind things laying around your house\nRecreate the artwork with those items\nPost your picture on this event page\n\nNeed more inspiration? \nVisit Between Art and Quarantine https://www.facebook.com/253769920176/posts/10163222726090177/?d=n\nCheck out the Art Spark staff’s images
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/between-art-and-quarantine-challenge/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200415T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20200205T182345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T183702Z
UID:10001161-1586980800-1586980800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance: Roe (canceled)
DESCRIPTION:Roe\nApril 15\, 2020 @ 8pm\nThe Topfer at ZACH Theatre \nWritten by Lisa Loomer\n“At age 27\, Austin attorney Sarah Weddington won the landmark 1973 case Roe v Wade that legalized abortion\, making her the youngest person to ever successfully argue a case before the Supreme Court. A national debate ensued\, and a divide in America endures over this controversial issue. What most people don’t know is that after the case\, Ms. Weddington and Norma McCorvey\, “Jane Roe” the plaintiff\, took divergent life paths that reflect the complicated polarization in our culture. Poignant\, surprising\, and with unexpected humor\, Roe illuminated the difficult choices women make and the passion each side has for its cause.” \nAge recommendation: 13 and up \nPride Night: Thursday\, April 9\, 2020\nASL Interpreted\, Audio Described\, and Open Captioned: Wednesday\, April 15\, 2020\nPost-Show Discussion: Wednesday\, April 15\, 2020\nChampagne Opening: Thursday\, April 16\, 2020 \nEvent info: https://tickets.zachtheatre.org/single/PSDetail.aspx?psn=9567 \nRegular Box Office Hours: Monday – Friday\, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.\, 512-476-0594 ext 1
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-roe/
LOCATION:The Topfer at ZACH Theatre\, 202 South Lamar Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audio Described Performances
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20200413T170008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200413T190316Z
UID:10001361-1587495600-1587502800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Scriveners’ Workshop and Circle for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, 7:00-9:00 pm\n7-8 pm (workshop) 8-9 pm (circle)\nApril 21 – May 26\, 2020 \nHosted by Art Spark Texas (formerly VSA Texas)\nFREE! Register: 512-454-9912 ext 3 or april@artsparktx.org\nInstructor: Clayton Bradshaw
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-workshop-and-circle-for-veterans/2020-04-21/
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artsparktx.org/wp-content/uploads/AST-Veterans.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20200422T163430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200422T164720Z
UID:10001371-1587819600-1587826800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Speaking Advocates
DESCRIPTION:The theme for this month’s Speaking Advocates meeting is “The film I would like to see would be…”  \nWhat would you like to see in a movie? Do you see yourself represented in movies? If you have\, which movie? Imagine the story and the characters of the movie you would write. \nOur Virtual Speaking Advocates Group will use GoToMeeting video conferencing and web conferencing software; join through the app\, web browser\, or phone. \nAttending meetings online can be frustrating so we are opening up the meeting at 12:30 in case anyone needs help setting up. The meeting will start at 1pm as usual. \nPlease see the Speaking Advocates email from boye@artsparktx.org to access the meeting link information.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-speaking-advocates/
CATEGORIES:Speaking Advocates
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T060021
CREATED:20200413T170008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200413T190316Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Scriveners’ Workshop and Circle for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, 7:00-9:00 pm\n7-8 pm (workshop) 8-9 pm (circle)\nApril 21 – May 26\, 2020 \nHosted by Art Spark Texas (formerly VSA Texas)\nFREE! Register: 512-454-9912 ext 3 or april@artsparktx.org\nInstructor: Clayton Bradshaw
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/virtual-workshop-and-circle-for-veterans/2020-04-28/
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas -Veterans":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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