ArtsConnection

? Mark your Calendars! ? This summer, join ArtsConnection in Baltimore, MD for a dynamic 2-day event focused on the transformative power of arts integration and STEAM. Don’t miss this game-changing conference! Featured presenters include Teaching Artist Tiffany Barrett, Professional Learning Director Kyla McKoll, and Artist Mentor & Curriculum Specialist Erin Orr. ?? What? The Institute for Arts Integration & STEAM Conference! ?? When? July 8-9, 2025, (9 AM – 4 PM each day)? ?? Where? The Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor (401 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21201) ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/ehm8YAug

?? Calling All NYC PS Art Teachers! Join Teach with GIVE trainers for a full-day workshop on creating flexible, supportive visual arts classrooms! ?? Participate in art-making and collaborative discussions on inclusion. Let’s create inclusive and empowering?learning environments together! ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/eQ8M3as3 ??? Workshop details: ?? BRONX: Fri. March 7, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM - Bronx River Arts Center! ?? MANHATTAN: Wed. March 12, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM - Candid Convening Space! ?? BROOKLYN: Fri. March 28, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM - BRIC! ?? STATEN ISLAND: Fri. April 4, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM - Snug Harbor Cultural Center! ?? QUEENS: Thurs. April 10, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM - Culture Lab! #ArtForAll #InclusiveEducation #TeachWithGIVE #ArtsEducation #TeacherTraining

??Join us in celebrating our amazing Teen Programs Manager, Briana Thomas, for successfully graduating from the Leadership Fellows program—a leadership development initiative for nonprofit leaders! ??? ???Quote from the graduate: "This fellowship poured a lot into me, it affirmed my skills and contributions and gave me space to connect with a supportive community of peers, reflect on the work we do, and imagine what's ahead. I'm truly grateful for this opportunity.?I feel re-energized to do this work; equipped with new strategies, resources, and a growing network." We couldn’t be prouder of Briana’s hard work and dedication to growing personally and professionally! This achievement reflects her commitment to making a positive impact in our community. ???? #Leadership #NonprofitLeaders #ProudMoment #LeadershipFellows

Congratulations are in order for our amazing Executive Director, Rachel Watts ????! She has been recognized in City & State NY?as one of the “2025 Black Trailblazers”? Link to read more and to meet the other Trailblazers: https://lnkd.in/gDP2HM8u

?? Calling all creative industry professionals! Make an impact by becoming an OnTrac Mentor to a teen eager to pursue a career in your field. ?? Offer one-on-one guidance and support to a young creative ?? Share tips on resume building, networking, and acing interviews ?? Join a community of mentors from NYC's creative industry ??Apply here: https://bit.ly/4k1FAE2 ? Deadline: Mon. 3/31 @ 11:59 PM!

You're Invited! ?? Join us for an exclusive Fireside Chat with Robert Pruzan, hosted by ArtsConnection's Young Professionals Committee! RSVP now to reserve your spot and connect with like-minded peers who are passionate about giving back! ?? ?? When? Wednesday, March 12, 4:30 - 6:30 PM ?? Where? Centerview Partners, 31 W 52nd St #22, New York, NY 10019 RSVP here: bit.ly/AC-fireside #YoungProfessionals #NetworkingEvent #NYCEvents #ArtsCommunity #Leadership

Please join us this coming Thursday, January 23rd for a private after-hours tour of Brooklyn Artists Exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum. We are excited to feature 4 artists affiliated with ArtsConnection during the tour. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/AC-Bklyn

Calling All NYC Public Schools Art Teachers! Join Teach with GIVE trainers for a full-day workshop on creating flexible, supportive music, theater, and dance classrooms! ?? Participate in art-making activities and collaborative discussions focused on inclusion. ??? Workshop Details: ?? BRONX: Tues, Jan 14 | 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM Mind-Builders Creative Art Center! ?? Register here: https://bit.ly/4aaFSDW ?? MANHATTAN: Thurs, Jan 16 | 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM Candid Convening Space! ?? Register here: https://bit.ly/4j7FeeD Let’s build inclusive and empowering learning environments together! ?? #ArtForAll #InclusiveEducation #TeachWithGIVE #ArtsEducation #TeacherTraining

What an amazing year! ??Take a look at some of the impact we’ve made in 2024! ???We’re grateful for your support and excited to continue growing together in the new year! ??: Check out our full report here: https://lnkd.in/emPzdgfG #LookingBack #LookingAhead #ArtsImpact #HappyNewYear

?? Happy New Year from all of us at? ArtsConnection! ?? Here's to a year filled with learning, artistic exploration, and endless possibilities! Comment below on how you celebrate the arrival of the new year.???? Artwork credit: “Soap City” (Digital photography, Photopea) by Iyanah B./ Brooklyn High School of the Arts (2022) ??? Artist statement: “This digital painting is a wonderful overgrown city with bubbles small and large. I created this image because of my love for bubbles and plants. The thought of plants over-growing a city would look so beautiful.”?