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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: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: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
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SUMMARY:The 9th Artist of the Year Awards at Rollins Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Join Art Spark Texas at the Rollins Theatre on September 27 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Long Center for the Performing Arts in Austin. \nCelebrate and honor local artists with disabilities\, along with veteran and senior artists\, through awards and cash prizes. This event offers an inclusive\, accessible\, and welcoming environment and stands as one of Austin’s most inspiring award ceremonies with catering and live music.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/the-9th-artist-of-the-year-awards-at-rollins-theatre/
LOCATION:rollins theatre\, 701 W Riverside Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artist of the Year Award
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