In this Issue:
Grant Award Announcement, ADA Celebration, and Access in the Arts Day
The Staff and Board of Arts Access are thrilled to announce that Arts Access has been awarded a three-year grant to implement the Wake Arts Inclusion Project (WAIP)!
The Wake Arts Inclusion Project (WAIP) is an effort to increase the ability of Wake County arts educators and community cultural programs to successfully include school age children and youth with disabilities in classrooms and community offerings. Learn more about the Wake Arts Inclusion Project at www.artsaccessinc.org/waip
Full Day Cost: $35 (includes networking lunch) Half-Day/Morning Sessions Only Cost: FREE!
Join the Office of Raleigh Arts and the Raleigh Arts Commission for the fourth annual Universal Access & the Arts Day. This day-long event highlights trends and best practices in the arts for engaging deaf and disability communities. Register for the Universal Access in the Arts Day here.
Bonus: Arts Access will be presenting about the Wake Arts Inclusion Project from 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM.
Join ComMotion for the fun and fitness of dancing!
Thursdays, July 11th – August 22nd, 6:30 – 7:30 PM @ White Plains United Methodist Church (313 SE Maynard Road, Cary)
CARY - Cancer survivors and their caregivers are invited to participate in free social dance classes. Classes are open to singles and couples – spouses and significant others are invited to learn with the survivor. No prior dance experience is needed. Visit ComMotion's website to learn more about the Cancer Survivor Dance Classes.
Saturday, July 13th, 1:00 AM - 3:00 PM @ Sertoma Arts Center(1400 West Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC)
RALEIGH - Create a masterpiece using a variety of materials and textures with Sertoma Staff. Whether you like to make a mess or keep it clean and tidy, you’ll find an art activity to enjoy. This program is a FREE drop-in format, so just join in as you arrive!
Sensory Friendly Saturdays will provide an accepting and inclusive environment, modifications to sound and lighting, noise canceling headsets, and a quiet room. All ages and all abilities welcome!.
Saturday, September 14th, 2019, 1:00 PM @ Meymandi Concert Hall
RALEIGH - This concert experience is designed to be welcoming to all families—including children and adults with autism or other sensory sensitivities. At this one-hour, fun-filled performance, enjoy classical family favorites with your North Carolina Symphony. Grant Llewellyn conducts and Andy Pidcock co-hosts.
