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SUMMARY:Speaking Advocates Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Art Spark Texas’ weekly workshop series designed to guide adults with disabilities towards developing their personal stories\, communications\, and public-speaking skills\, culminating in a community showcase – resulting in skills they can take with them moving forward\, to advocates for themselves and their communities and change public perceptions. \nFridays\, 10 am – 1 pm\,  April 3rd- May 8th\nRegistration Deadline: Monday\, March 30th\n\nREGISTER HERE < CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/speaking-advocates-workshop-series-3/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Art Spark Texas\, 1152 San Bernard St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaking Advocates
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SUMMARY:All for Art Community Exhibit at Imagine Art
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URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/all-for-art-community-exhibit-at-imagine-art/
LOCATION:Imagine Art\, 2830 Real Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Lion & Pirate: Virtual Monthly Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:May 3 Open Mic is being co-hosted by our friend\, John Beer. Everyone is invited to read\, perform\, share a story\, or attend as an audience member! Sign up to perform before midnight: Saturday\, May 2\, 2026. \nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/lion-pirate-virtual-monthly-open-mic/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:lion & pirate open mic
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SUMMARY:Mandala Workshop with Christina Culverhouse
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE < CLICK TO SIGN UP \nWe are opening our doors at Art Spark Texas to the community for a Mandala Workshop from local artist Christina Culverhouse. This workshop is donation-based\, with the teaching artist guiding guests on how to make mandalas on old record albums using acrylic markers.  \nNote from Christina: Mandalas can take days to complete depending on their complexity\, but 2hrs will give you enough time to get a good start on something.  \nGuests can see examples of work from the teaching artist – and all supplies are included.  \n\n** This workshop includes Flute music by Christina Culverhouse
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/mandala-workshop-with-christina-culverhouse/
LOCATION:Art Spark Texas\, 1152 San Bernard St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Speaking Advocates Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Art Spark Texas’ weekly workshop series designed to guide adults with disabilities towards developing their personal stories\, communications\, and public-speaking skills\, culminating in a community showcase – resulting in skills they can take with them moving forward\, to advocates for themselves and their communities and change public perceptions. \nFridays\, 10 am – 1 pm\,  April 3rd- May 8th\nRegistration Deadline: Monday\, March 30th\n\nREGISTER HERE < CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/speaking-advocates-workshop-series-3/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Art Spark Texas\, 1152 San Bernard St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaking Advocates
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SUMMARY:Speaking Advocates Showcase
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us at The Rosette on May 11th at 7:00pm for the Speaking Advocates Showcase\, the final performance culminating after our 6-week workshop with adults with disabilities. FREE to attend. \nSpeaking Advocates is a workshop designed to enable adults with developmental and other disabilities to write personal stories and develop the public speaking skills to present those stories in a variety of venues (conferences\, civic group meetings\, schools\, legislative sessions\, etc.). \nEach workshop series ends with a Showcase where participants perform to an audience of friends\, family and interested members of their local communities. These stories are also recorded and included as episodes on Art Spark’s podcast platform\, TRUE TALES PODCAST.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/speaking-advocates-showcase/
LOCATION:The Rosette\, 3908 Avenue B Suite 116\, Austin\, TX\, 78751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaking Advocates
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SUMMARY:Sight Sound Soul at AccessU
DESCRIPTION:Join Art Spark Texas for Soul Sight Sound at the AccessU Knowbility Conference\n\n\n\n\nWed\, May 13\, 6pm – 9pm CDT\n\n\n\nSt. Edwards University (Mabee Ballroom)\n\n\nAustin TX\, United States\nREGISTER HERE < CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a special closing celebration in partnership that brings back a multi-sensory art experience we haven’t seen at John Slatin AccessU for 15 years. \nDuring Sight Sound Soul\, musicians with disabilities perform on stage alongside artists painting in real time. Energetic ASL interpretation\, human captioning\, and live audio description are provided. This year\, our closing event will also honor Sharron Rush\, Knowbility’s founder and one of the original pioneers of digital accessibility\, as she retires after decades of global impact. \n\n\n6:00 PM: Networking / cocktail hour\n\nAppetizer buffet\nComplimentary water and tea\nCash bar\n\n\n7:00 PM: Program begins\n7:30 PM: Performance begins\n9:00 PM: Program ends\n\nREGISTER HERE < CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/sight-sound-soul-at-accessu/
LOCATION:St Edwards\, 3rd floor Ragsdale Center\, 3001 S Congress Ave.\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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SUMMARY:Creative Voices: 2-Day Animation Workshop at Imagine Art
DESCRIPTION:Join Art Spark Texas at Imagine Art in East Austin on May 15th and 18th from 1-4pm for a two-day accessible stop-motion animation workshop with Maricela Vaca. \nREGISTER HERE < CLICK TO SIGN UP.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/creative-voices-2-day-animation-workshop-at-imagine-art/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Imagine Art\, 2830 Real Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Media Arts
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SUMMARY:Women Veterans Moving Forward Through the Arts Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual women veteran’s conference exploring art\, writing\, & mindfulness with workshops\, keynotes\, & community connection.\n  \n\n\n\n\nJoin Art Spark Texas for a half-day virtual gathering centered on creativity\, reflection\, and nervous system support through the arts. This community-focused event brings together experienced facilitators working across art therapy\, writing\, visual arts\, and yoga therapy to offer accessible entry points into creative healing practices. \nThrough a combination of keynote conversation\, hands-on workshops\, and a closing grounding exercise\, participants will explore how creative expression can support emotional regulation\, reduce stress\, and build connection. \nArt supplies will be provided to all participants who register by April 28. \nNo prior artistic experience is needed. \nZOOM LINK HERE: CLICK HERE \nRegister by April 28th to receive your art supply delivery in the mail in time for the virtual event on May 16th\, 2026. \nSchedule\n10:00 – 10:15 AM\nWelcome + Introduction\nWith Denise Knebel and Celia Hughes \n10:15 – 10:45 AM\nKeynote: Art\, Healing\, and Recovery\nLorraine Currow\, MSRT\nA Recreational Therapist and 21-year Coast Guard veteran\, Lorraine shares how art-based practices support service members in reducing intrusive thoughts\, increasing positive emotion\, and finding grounding through creative flow. \n10:50 – 11:50 AM\nCreative Writing Workshop: “Write Now”\nAlison Schoew\nA guided writing experience designed to help you see your life through a poetic lens. Participants are invited (but not required) to share their work in a supportive environment. \n12:00 – 12:30 PM\nLunch Break \n12:30 – 1:45 PM\nVisual Arts Workshop: “Create Your Story”\nElizabeth Decker\nAn interactive session using bold words and color to explore personal narrative through visual expression. \n1:45 – 2:00 PM\nClosing Grounding Exercise\nPamela Crane\, M.S.\, C-IAYT\, E-RYT 500\nA guided practice to help integrate the day’s experiences and support nervous system regulation. \nWhat to Expect\n\nHands-on creative experiences\nA supportive\, low-pressure environment\nOpportunities for reflection and optional sharing\nTools for managing stress and anxiety through art\n\nAccessibility\nThis event is designed to be inclusive and welcoming to participants of all abilities. Please reach out in advance with any access needs. \nAdditional Info\n\nThis is a free event\nMaterials are provided\nCome as you are
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/women-veterans-moving-forward-through-the-arts-virtual-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Veterans
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SUMMARY:Creative Voices: 2-Day Animation Workshop at Imagine Art
DESCRIPTION:Join Art Spark Texas at Imagine Art in East Austin on May 15th and 18th from 1-4pm for a two-day accessible stop-motion animation workshop with Maricela Vaca. \nREGISTER HERE < CLICK TO SIGN UP.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/creative-voices-2-day-animation-workshop-at-imagine-art/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Imagine Art\, 2830 Real Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Media Arts
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SUMMARY:Needs Assessment Art Making Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Get paid to make art using collage and your phone while contributing to a needs assessment research project with Art Spark Texas \n\n\nJoin two creative workshops for young adults ages 18–30. Learn new skills\, connect with others\, and share your perspective \n\n\n\n Thursday\, May 21 — Poetry workshop\n Friday\, May 22 — Character design workshop\n\n\n\nParticipants will receive a $25 gift card for their time \n\n\n\nTo register\, contact Dr. Katie Winters:\n katie@artichokeeval.com\n (503) 956-6432\n\n\n#ArtSparkTexas #AnimationArt #NeedsAssessment #AccessibleArt
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/needs-assessment-art-making-workshops/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Art Spark Texas\, 1152 San Bernard St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Needs Assessment
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SUMMARY:Coriolano\, a Texican Tragedy Play
DESCRIPTION:Coriolano\nA Texican Tragedy Play\nSunday\, May 24\, 2026- 7:00 pm\n  \n90 minutes with no intermission\, free and open to the public \nCelebrating Texas’s rich past and present diversity\, this play\, set in the 1830s\, showcases how ancient Roman stories resonate with our own local history. This multilingual play highlights the tensions between Mexican and Texian cultures while also weaving in France’s influence on the historical landscape. \nLocation: Pease Park | 1100 Kingsbury Street Austin\, Tx \n(On the great lawn near the restrooms) \nReservations: https://tickets.atxtheatre.org/events/coriolano-a-texican-tragedy-5-24-2026
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/coriolano-a-texican-tragedy-play/
LOCATION:Pease Park\, 1100 Kingsbury St\, Austin\, Texas
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,Audio Described Performances
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SUMMARY:Another Kind of Silence at The Vortex Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Another Kind of Silence\nThe Vortex Theatre\nSunday\, May 31\, 2026 – 6:00 pm\n  \nThis is the Rolling Word Premier of the story of Evan & Chap – two already-partnered women who cross paths in modern-day Greece and find themselves falling in love. The play unfolds simultaneously in English & American Sign Language\, as the four characters and their four souls (a Greek Chorus) collectively traverse one of the hardest chapters in committed relationships. \n2307 Manor Road Austin\, TX 78722 \nMore information: https://the-vortex.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SUf000003VC6PMAW
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/another-kind-of-silence-at-the-vortex-theatre/
LOCATION:The VORTEX\, 2307 Manor Rd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
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