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| MEMBER OF THE WEEK MELISSA SHAW-SMITH - WICKHAM WORKS Melissa is the Executive Director of Wickham Works in Warwick, NY. Wickam Works is an organization committed to building community through the arts, Wickham Works brings people of all backgrounds and ages together to connect, learn, collaborate, inspire, and create. Additionally, we provide local creatives with opportunities for personal and financial growth and empowerment. The principle of creative reuse is embedded in all of our activities, workshops and events. Spreading the message of environmental stewardship and renewal by example. |
| | | 2025 OCNY Arts Awards Nominations are DUE NEXT FRIDAY! |
| Every year The Orange County Arts Council Annual Art Awards recognize living individuals, organizations, and corporations which have made outstanding contributions to the arts in our community. Recipients may include individual artists, arts patrons, volunteers, non-profit cultural organizations, and corporate patrons. The Awards will be presented at the Art Affair event to be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Deadline for submission is 5:00 pm June 20, 2025, either through the format the link below, or in an email to connect@ocartscouncil.org Submissions received after 5:00 pm on June 20th will not be accepted. Nomination form HERE |
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| We are excited to announce the theme of Art Affair 2025 INTERWOVEN: The Inspiration of Our Landscape This year's theme, INTERWOVEN, invites us to explore the profound and multifaceted relationship between our community and the surrounding landscape. We will delve into how the unique natural characteristics of our region—its waterways, mountains, forests, and fields—have shaped our history, culture, and artistic expression, and continue to inspire us today. The theme will embody the spirit of connectivity between humanity and nature, examining how this relationship translates into visual art, dance, music, writing, and other forms of creative expression. Save the date: Nov 8, 2025! |
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| OCNY Arts Council Featured Artist Grants are NOW OPEN! One month to apply! Click the button below to apply today to be a featured artist that will present at our Art Affair 2025! |
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| Safe Harbors of the Hudson will recognize our Executive Director, Todd Hulet We are excited to share that our Executive Director Todd Hulet will be recognized at the Safe Harbors of the Hudson Silver Jubilee Gala! Come celebrate with us at the 25th Anniversary Silver Jubilee Gala as Safe Harbors honors our Executive Director Todd Hulet as one of two 2025 Cornerstone of the Community Awards recipients. Congratulations to Todd and Ramona Monteverde, Founding Director of Operations, for this honor! We are excited to celebrate at this sparkling celebration of culture and community! More info HERE |
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| | | OC LIVE! Registration is OPEN AND FREE! ALL ARTISTS OF ALL DISCIPLINES are encouraged to apply today for our 2nd annual OC Live! Arts Festival. This event will be held at the Country Fair in Otisville and is expected to bring more than 15,000 guests to see our community of artists. NO FEE, NO SELECTION PROCESS! Sign up for a guaranteed spot at this year’s festival! Register HERE
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| | OC ARTS MONTH - OFFICIAL REGISTRATION OPEN Registration is STILL OPEN for OCNY Arts Month for all arts activations July 24th through August 18th! Registration will remain open through the event dates and all registered participants will be included on our website, digital map, and QR codes for the event! So be sure to REGISTER TODAY!! |
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| | OC ARTS BUS TOUR Save the date! July 19th! Join us for a bus tour around Orange County’s arts destination during Upstate Art Weekend. Tickets are EXTREMELY LIMITED and will be released to each membership level separately. Mark your calendars now! |
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| | Wallkill River Center for the Arts is HIRING Art Center Assistant / Receptionist Part-time, 12 – 16 hours per week $16.50/hour, with room for growth Receptionist and Assistant to the Executive Director of a non-profit art center located in Montgomery, NY which operates an art gallery, school of art, and other art programming. More info and to APPLY HERE |
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| Raven Lake Studio is Hiring Join the RLS Fabrication Crew - Art and Inspired Fabrication. Full Time and Part Time Positions Available. Must be 18+ to apply. Raven Lake Studio is hiring a Fabricator to help bring bold ideas to life in the world of experiential design, props, signage & graphics. This is creative fabrication at its best - working with wood, metal, foam, and graphics to build everything from immersive environments to one-of-a-kind installations. Must love working with your hands and your head. Skills? Carpentry chops, comfort with shop tools, and a sharp eye for detail. Prop Making, Illustrator & CNC Router experience? Huge plus. Make wild ideas real. Please email HERE if interested in applying. |
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| NYSCA PREQUAL TODAY! NYSCA recommends eligible organizations and fiscal sponsors begin the prequalification process as soon as possible. Eligible organizations and fiscal sponsors must prequalify to do business with New York State before they can compete for grants with any New York State agency. To become prequalified, eligible organizations and fiscal sponsors must first register with the Statewide Financial System (SFS). Once registered, eligible organizations and fiscal sponsors complete an online prequalification application in SFS and submit it for review. More info HERE |
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