tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138030122011-04-21T18:42:14.079-05:00Vision | Strength |AccessErin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comBlogger1191100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-47700160293987567892008-06-25T17:43:00.001-05:002008-06-25T17:50:40.877-05:00

The Virginia Commission for Arts invites Virginia­ based artists and writers to apply for the 2008­-2009 Artist Fellowships in Crafts and PlaywritingDeadline: August 1, 2008. Artist Fellowships of $5,000 are awarded annually by the Commission to recognize the creative excellence of individual Virginia artists and to support their pursuit of artistic excellence. Artists in the disciplines of

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We've just learned that longtime friend of VSA arts of Virginia, Laura Burrell, passed away on June 20th. The staff and board at VSA arts of Virginia would like to express condolences to Laura's family and friends. We know that she will be missed by her friends at VSA.

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Deadline: July 16, 2008The sixth annual Expressions of Courage national art contest provides people with epilepsy the opportunity to showcase their talents and perspectives of the world around them through art.Sponsored by the Ortho-McNeil Neurologics Division of Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., in partnership with the Epilepsy Foundation, the contest is open to all Americans diagnosed

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Lilly Oncology on Canvas 2008 Art CompetitionDeadline: June 30, 2008The Lilly Oncology on Canvas: Expressions of a Cancer Journey Art Competition and Exhibition was developed by Eli Lilly and Company in 2004 as a way to honor the journeys people embark upon when confronted with a cancer diagnosis. Lilly Oncology presents the 2008 Lilly Oncology on Canvas Art Competition and Exhibition in

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Poetry Gives AHS Class Freedom of ExpressionReported by Claire O'Brien on April 23, 2008 04:56 PMWhen you're mad, you yell. When you're happy, you laugh. But what if a disability got in the way of expressing how you feel? One program is opening up a world of expression for some very special students.The words are flowing from the Albemarle High School students we visited, but they weren't in your

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Sponsored by VSA arts with generous assistance from Volkswagen of America, Inc.Grand Prize: $20,000First Award: $10,000Second Award: $6,00012 Awards of Excellence: $2,000"Contemporary art challenges us…it broadens our horizons. It asks us to think beyond the limits of conventional wisdom."- Eli BroadA green light signals “GO!” and permission to proceed. What revs you up as an artist and moves you

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Parents, I found this on the Exceptional Parent website:The Come Children Sing Institute is offering free gift certificates for Come Children, Sing! Online Music Classes for infants, babies, and toddlers with special needs. The $35 gift certificate provides one 10-week Online Music Class. Request a free gift certificate for your child by sending an email to mepinzino@comechildrensing.com.

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Craig Hammond, 12, follows a JMU volunteer’s lead while making a fish out of clay during VSA arts, a day of crafting and activities presented by Kappa Pi, the international honorary art and art history fraternity at JMU. Photo by Pete MarovichExcerpt from Harrisonburg's Daily News Record 4/17/08:"Around 10 a.m., groups from Spotswood and Harrisonburg high schools, Stewart Middle School and

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In September 2008, VQR will hold a competition to encourage and cultivate young reviewers and critics under the age of thirty. The prize for the winning entry is $1,000, publication in the Winter 2009 issue, and a publishing contract for three additional reviews worth $3,000. Runners-up may also be offered publication in VQR (in print or online).~ Entrants must be under the age of thirty as of

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Never Built Virginia, an exhibition on display at the Library of Virginia through July 26th, 2008, focuses on the history of ambitious, very creative, and sometimes otherworldly works of architecture proposed but never constructed. In the spirit of architectural creativity, the Library of Virginia is sponsoring the "What If You Were the Designer?" Youth Design Competition.The entry form is based

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Congratulations to the Loudoun district! Hope to see everyone at the performance this weekend. Select link to view article.

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Exploring the ARTS in Life, Work & Communitywith Jena e. Leake, M.A., R.E.A.T.Registered Expressive Arts TherapistExpressive arts is the interdisciplinary practice of working with all the arts visual arts, dance/movement, writing/poetry, drama, music, storytelling and imagery)to inspire creative expression, human development, healing & transformation. This experiential workshop is an opportunity

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You can create, and creating leads to learning! VSA arts and CVS Caremark All Kids Can invite children and youth to submit artwork showing us your creativity. Explore new activities, challenge your perceptions, discover your inner artist and submit your work of art today!Deadline: Friday, March 14, 2008More information: All Kids Can Create

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This may be of interest to those of you working with outside presenters and workshop instructors:Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation Accepting Applications for ArtsCONNECT ProgramDeadline: March 24, 2008The Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation ( http://midatlanticarts.org/ ) serves the states and territories of Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, the U.S. Virgin

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Congratulations to VSA arts of Virginia - Loudoun County for the Washington Post article today. Read the article here:Curtain to Rise on Arts CenterPerformance Space Built on Barn Site

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For the third year, VSA arts will partner with the renowned Williamstown Theatre Festival in Williamstown, Massachusetts to continue the VSA arts Apprenticeship. The VSA arts Apprenticeship provides a unique insight into the world of a professional theater for students with a disability, ages 19 – 24, interested in expanding their theater education and knowledge.Every summer, the Williamstown

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Derivative CompositionDeadline: Friday, March 21, 2008VSA arts is seeking visual artists with disabilities whose work is inspired by the performing arts.Work must have a visual component. Eligible media include, but are not limited to two- and three-dimensional art (painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking, textile, glass, etc.) Applicants from a wide range of practices, such as digital arts

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From NCLD:Calling all creative people with learning disabilities.In honor of our 31st anniversary, the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) is looking for self-portraits that capture what life is like for individuals with learning disabilities (LD).What story does your portrait tell? Share with us expressions of your hopes, dreams, struggles and successes. Show us what the world is

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From Colleen Kelly, Director of American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse:"An ASL Interpreted performance of A Christmas Carol has been scheduled for Wednesday, December 19, 2007 at the American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse in Staunton, Virginia. Pre-show entertainment begins at 7:15 and the performance starts at 7:30. Please feel free to share this announcement with

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Manchester National Juried Fine Arts Exhibition 2008 Deadline (Postmark): Friday, February 8, 2008 12 12 Gallery is pleased to announce an open call to artists and photographers for its second annual Manchester National Juried Fine Art Exhibition. Artists age 18+, working in 2D and 3D any medium, in the United States and Canada may submit up to 10 slides or digital files of work to be

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What does SDS mean to you? How do you see us represented? SDS is revamping its public image, and we are seeking a new logo to help define what SDS represents now and where you would like to see the organization headed in the future. Design a logo that captures the spirit and sensibility of SDS and help us build a consistent "brand" to be used across all SDS materials that truly represents your

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-9864008759989143342007-10-31T11:01:00.000-05:002007-10-31T11:03:52.164-05:00

VSA Arts of Charlottesville Albemarle announces the release of their seventh Poetry Book, See Always With Your Heart, written by individuals with disabilities and their caregivers in central Virginia. See Always With Your Heart originates in the love of human experiences and imagination. The publication is a result of an ongoing poetry project sponsored by the City of Charlottesville and

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Average grant awards are $1,000 to $2,500 each. Deadline: December 30, 2007The Puffin Foundation makes grants to emerging artists in the fields of art, music, theater, dance, photography, and literature whose works due to their genre and/or social philosophy might have difficulty being aired.Grants from the Puffin Foundation can only be awarded to permanent residents and citizens of the United

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Partners in the Arts awards grants of $250 - $10,000 to support classroom-based projects that integrate visual, literary, and/or performing arts into the K-12 curriculum. Letters of Intent for projects that will take place between February 2008 - February 2009 are due October 29 by 5 p.m.The Partners in the Arts grant writing handbook and artist registry are now available on our website: http:/

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The national office of VSA arts partners with Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation. They've passed along another Mitsubishi opportunity to share with the network:The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) is accepting applications for a congressional internship program for college students (sophomores and juniors) with disabilities.Students will work on Capitol Hill in

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PROGRAM: From Brainstorming to Book SigningFRIDAY, 5, 2007, 10:00 – 12 Noon Workshop12 – 1:30 PM Pizza Lunch and Discussion with Workshop LeaderTONSLER RECREATION CENTER, 501 CHERRY AVENUENancy Ruth Patterson, an award winning novelist from Roanoke, will discuss many aspects of writing from personal and professional purposes and hints on getting published. The workshop will be interactive with

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Lori Konkle, painter, passed away this weekend at the age of 78. Lori participated every year in the VSA arts of Virginia - Charlottesville/Albemarle Annual Exhibition. She will be greatly missed by her friends at VSAVA."Sunset", Chesapeake BayA native of Chicago, Lori Konkle attended Denison University in Granville, Ohio, and received a B.A. Degree in Art Education from Michigan State University

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MusicLink is starting up again on Tuesday, September 18th at 4:00pm. We will be meeting at the Children's Museum of Richmond in the CMoR playhouse. For those of you who are returning members of the group -- please note that this is a new meeting day and room.This year we plan to focus on percussion. We will also be watching and learning the pieces that our partners perform on the exchange video

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We're helping our friend Terry Lynn Smith spread the word:The Art of Surviving: 3rd Annual Art Showfeaturing female artists who have survived breast cancer, mastectomies, or other breast issues.Seeking female artists who have survived breast issues that would like to share their experiences and stories through their works of art during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 2007.The Art of

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VSA arts PresentsIzzy Icarus Fell Off the WorldSeptember 27, 2007, 7:30 pmTeenage Izzy is fascinated by birds. With beach season fading, he loves to stand on the sand, flap his arms, and watch the gulls take flight for winter. His curious movements have attracted the eye of budding photographer Dove, who waits poised with her camera, convinced he's going to fly. That's why he's called Izzy

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-63274977562581969102007-08-13T21:48:00.000-05:002007-08-13T21:51:29.052-05:00

24th Annual Ukrop’s Christmas Parade Poster ContestTHEME: “MAKING RICHMOND HOLIDAY MEMORIES”WHO: Designers (adults, youth and children) to create a poster that captures the spirit of our city’s Christmas Parade. Submissions will be judged in three categories:Adult (age 18 and over)Youth (age 12 to 17)Child (age 8 to 11) WHAT: Draw from your favorite parade memory or fashion a piece that shows a

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If you are a self-taught and/or outsider artist looking to show and sell your work, Art Enables needs to see it by September 7, 2007 to be considered for Outsider Art Inside the Beltway 2007!Outsider Art Inside the Beltway is an intriguing look at differences in common celebrating the unique voices of dozens of area outsider and self-taught artists.Outsider Art Inside the Beltway is a juried show

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-62179618493841092212007-08-08T12:13:00.000-05:002007-08-08T12:24:02.339-05:00

Curator’s StatementArt Enables Exhibition | June 16 – August 18, 2007There is no question that artists with disabilities experience a world quite different from the world that is experienced by those without disabilities. As a result, their artistic strength is generously unfiltered and their art is infused with a directness and enthusiasm that often leaves the viewer filled with a sort of

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The National Coalition of Mental Health Consumer/Survivor Organizations is having a Logo contest.We need a logo for T shirts to sell at Alternatives as well as have it for the presidential forum. The Coalition will offer $100 to the winner plus give credit to the artist.Themes to consider: Rights, Recovery, Hope, Voice. A powerful, uplifting image would be great.Deadline: August 15th.Contact:

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Our good friend Terry Lynn Smith recently announced that her website has been updated with new work and scheduled shows. Visit the site here.Want to share your latest news with the VSA arts of Virginia community? Send your news to ehickey_at_vsava.org. (Please replace "_at_" with the @ symbol).

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Applications are due August 1, 2007 and the application can be downloaded here.

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From the emailer: Auditions for Rumpelstiltskin's Daughter are by appointment only and will be held at Theatre IV's Empire Theatre on Sunday, June 24th from 7:00-9:00pm and Monday, June 25th from 7:00-9:00pm.Casting 10 actors: 5 Men and 5 Women, age 18 and up, of varied ages and types. All Roles are open.Those auditioning are asked to prepare 16 bars of a song and to be prepared to dance. Please

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Alliance for Inclusion in the Arts (formerly the Non-Traditional Casting Project) is expanding its Artist Files/Online (AFO) national database for performers with disabilities. Since 1986, the Alliance has been committed to helping meet the casting needs of networks, studios, theatres, artistic directors, and independent producers. AFO has received more than 5,000 consultations from producers,

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"Driven" Call for EntriesDeadline: July 6, 2007 (midnight, MST).Sponsored by VSA arts and Volkswagen of America, Inc.Open to emerging artists with disabilities, ages 16 -25, living within the U.S.No entry fee. "Driven" challenges artists to pinpoint the motivational force behind their artistic expression and to identify the catalyst that sustains their creative energy. Art must be an original

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Prepare to Include: A Workshop for Teaching ArtistsCultural Arts Center at Glen AllenSaturday, June 16, 2007 from 10am until 2pmAre you actively including the diverse perspectives and approaches of learners with disabilities in your lesson plans? Why should we be offering inclusive arts instruction to learners with diverse abilities?This short workshop and workbook are packed with practical

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Workshop Leaders:Cathy Kiehl, Art TherapistRose Williams, Published VSA WriterDate - Friday, June 8, 2007 9:30 AM - 12:30 PMLocation – Tonsler Recreation Center, 501 Cherry AvenueThe workshop leaders will guide participants in self-expression through the written word and visual images. Participants will then have the opportunity to create a poem/short story and use art materials to express their

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Our friend, Slash Coleman is offering workshops for artists:"I wanted to tell you about a few classes that I’m teaching next weekend aimed at helping artists, musicians, writers, and performers make more money selling their art and become more business savvy. "Packed with practical and useful advice for visual artists, writers, musicians, and performers, this class will give you practical and

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Artists of all ages and levels of experience invited to display their art and compete for prize money!The National Arts Program(r) at Richmond, coordinated by Richmond Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities, invites artists of all ages and levels of experience to participate in exhibitions and compete for a total of $2,440 in prize money. There are no fees and all art submitted according to

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The 18th annual Insights Art Exhibition of work by blind and visually impaired artists is calling for submissions. Work by legally blind artists in all mediums except video will be considered. The show will run in October 2007 at the San Francisco Arts Commission Gallery at City Hall. Cash prizes will be awarded.SUBMISSION DEADLINE:Friday, June 15, 2007. To receive an application by mail, contact

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Check out John Trippel's newly posted artwork here.John's artist statement begins: "For this period of life, my artwork is a work of the frozen moment. It wasn't always done this way. I used to work strictly from my imaginary characters and I would build up a scene to create a narrative moment of absurd caricatures in an imaginary place. It was a work of fiction but that has changed. Today and

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Click here to see photos of the Loudoun District's most recent production. These fantastic photos were taken by a parent of one of the cast members.

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By Rita CharlestonPhiladelphia Tribune CorrespondentA show written and performed by Lynn Manning, "Weights," is being presented by the Amaryllis Theater at the Adrienne, 2030 Sansom St., through April 29.Critically acclaimed in New York and Los Angeles, this award-winning, semi-autobiographical one-man show dramatizes Manning's triumph over extreme adversity. Through poetry, music and riveting

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-232057102000756122007-04-19T16:44:00.000-05:002007-04-19T16:57:09.995-05:00

The Richmond theater group "The Dreamers" will be performing Sunday night, April 22nd at the JCC. They've had the good fortune of receiving several mentions in the press lately which included a feature on the public television show Perspective and this article in V Magazine for Women. (Click on underlined words to read the article).

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Goodwill's Medical Adaptive Assistive Technology Program provides FREE medical and adaptive equipment and supplies to older adults and persons with disabilities, to enhance their daily living.The professionally staffed program provides medical/adaptive equipment, including new and gently used manual and power wheelchairs, ambulatory devices (walkers and canes), scooters and bathroom safety

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-28145431105010752802007-03-28T09:44:00.000-05:002007-03-28T09:45:17.354-05:00

"Lisa Bufano is an award-winning artist who recently performed her first major dance work to a packed house in New York. She is also a double amputee."Listen to the story on NPR by by Andrea Shea and see video excerpts from the performance. Click here.

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-49270778732604453262007-03-27T16:27:00.000-05:002007-03-28T09:47:48.873-05:00

Don’t miss an evening at the Weinstein Jewish Community Center on Sunday, April 22 at 7:00 PM to see one of Richmond’s most innovative and interesting theatre troupes going to work to make the performing arts more accessible to everyone. Last year the Dreamers shared a typical day in high school with Scrapbook Memories. This year’s show promises even more entertainment and fun as the Dreamers

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-10428770648781025372007-03-24T20:39:00.000-05:002007-03-24T20:50:19.274-05:00

PLEASE DISTRIBUTE THIS ANNOUNCEMENT FREELY TO ALL WHO MAY BE INTERESTED:If you are an American with a disability pursuing a primary career in the arts, or if you have been deeply involved in supporting careers in the arts for people with disabilities:JOIN A "VIRTUAL FOCUS GROUP" ON THIS IMPORTANT TOPIC!WHAT'S THIS ABOUT?We are conducting a research project based at the University of Illinois at

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-31425245420120524122007-03-24T20:33:00.000-05:002007-03-24T20:37:51.780-05:00

VSA arts of Charlottesville/Albemarle and Charlottesville Parks and Recreation Department are pleased to announce a new art exhibition at the Albemarle County Office Building, 401 McIntire Road, first floor hallway. The exhibit consists of 30 pieces of art by 15 different artists.The exhibit features “The Ability Series”, currently consisting of 5 portraits by Romney Brand. Brand’s primitive

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-66720441098220500542007-03-23T09:24:00.000-05:002007-03-24T20:49:10.341-05:00

A National Juried Exhibition for Young Artists with Disabilities,Ages 16 – 25Deadline: Friday, July 6, 2007, midnight (MST)Grand Prize: $20,000First Award: $10,000Second Award: $6,00012 Awards of Excellence: $2,000Sponsored by VSA arts with generous assistance from Volkswagen of America, Inc.VSA arts is an international nonprofit organization founded in 1974 by Ambassador Jean Kennedy Smith to

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-18756531357155293692007-03-18T01:42:00.000-05:002007-03-18T01:48:21.394-05:00

Check out Public Radio Talent Quest. They're giving away over $70,000 and a chance to create a new show for public radio.

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-79484234344856249192007-03-16T16:27:00.000-05:002007-03-16T16:40:37.834-05:00

Wednesday, March 21 at 9 p.m. on East Coast and West Coast PBS stationsTHROUGH DEAF EYES is a two-hour HDTV documentary that explores 200 years of Deaf life in America. The film includes interviews with prominent members of the Deaf community, including Marlee Maitlin and Galludet University president I. King Jordan.Interwoven throughout the film are six short documentaries produced by Deaf media

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-10798001300169071192007-03-14T18:48:00.000-05:002007-03-14T18:50:27.426-05:00

The latest Positive Vibe exhibition has been posted in the Outside the Lines Virtual gallery. Chris Wharam kicks off our 2007 Exhibition with recent works. Chris’s work is abstract and wonderfully imaginative. You’ll also be able to see what the Positive Vibe looks like too!

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-47668344114866889722007-03-09T11:33:00.000-05:002007-03-09T12:01:16.067-05:00

Thanks to Richmond Parents Monthly Magazine for the great article about the Richmond-based MusicLink program.Xylophone Keys That Open Doors: MusicLink Program Involves Kids Around the Worldby Angela Lehman-RiosSix xylophones, two dozen mallets, eight children and a small room. No, it's not the set for an asprin commercial. It's a MusicLink class. The adults in the class are just as happy as the

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-42181441760107087002007-03-07T09:08:00.000-05:002007-03-07T09:16:58.432-05:00

VSA arts of Virginia - Charlottesville/Albemarle will help with nine events that are part of the Festival of the Book. VSA arts members will help at the following events:Rose will be at Post High on March 21 at 1:00 Heather will be at Carver on March 21 at 5:30Mary will be at Meadowcreek on March 22 at 10:00Mildred will be at ARC on March 22 at 2:00Nancy Brockman from PCA will be at Northside

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-56576291214865458032007-03-07T08:58:00.000-05:002007-03-07T09:05:28.210-05:00

Here's the copy from an article recently publised in the Charlottesville Daily Progress:Anything but a still lifeBy David A. MaurerFebruary 1, 2007Gloomy skies and a steady rain were having a negative effect on three of the four people waiting at the Water Street bus stop.Except for the cheerful man sitting in an obviously well traveled wheelchair, they were all complaining about the awful

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-87065361104593355132007-03-06T13:56:00.000-05:002007-03-06T14:02:12.545-05:00

"The World Health Organization (WHO) invites photographers and video producers world-wide to participate in a global photo and video contest -- 'Images of Health and Disability 2006-2007'. This year's theme focuses on 'Health and Environment' an invitation to provide high-quality photographs and video clips, capture emotions and give your creativity free reign. The photos and video contest will

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-62947610629345914752007-02-21T19:55:00.000-05:002007-03-06T14:04:50.934-05:00

Anonymous excerpt from an email we received: "Considering the tight coordination required, the accomplishments of these dancers is nothing short of amazing -- even if they were not all deaf. Relying only on signals from trainers at the four corners of the stage, these extraordinary dancers deliver a visual spectacle that is at once intricate and stirring. Its first major international debut

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-32106069249978058522007-02-21T16:43:00.000-05:002007-02-21T16:45:47.039-05:00

NCLD is looking for works of art, photography, poetry, videos, essays, short stories, Web sites, blogs, etc. that express what life is like for individuals with learning disabilities. From the works submitted, 30 entries will be selected to be exhibited on our Web site and at our benefit dinner this April. In addition, they are offering grand prizes of $500 for outstanding works from each of the

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-74139835085580568542007-02-15T19:00:00.000-05:002007-02-15T19:05:48.559-05:00

Our Stage Explorers Summer Camp information - including dates and cost - will be posted online on Friday, February 16, 2007. Enrollment forms will also be available online from tomorrow. If you are interested in the camp, please visit our website Friday for the forms and return them as soon as possible. The camp fills up very quickly.Camp information and forms will be available from the

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-16736548372057072052007-02-15T18:56:00.000-05:002007-02-15T18:57:46.038-05:00

The Vibe welcomes Chef Jannequin Bennett of The Jefferson Hotel for a special evening to benefit the GLMD Foundation & the cafe's training program for people with disabilities.Seatings begin at 6pm. Call 560.9622 for reservations.Choose from Chef Bennett's (author of Very Vegetarian) special menu or one of your Positive Vibe favorites!

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-67784762425752117762007-02-14T21:47:00.000-05:002007-02-14T22:17:25.410-05:00

NATIONAL EXHIBITS BY BLIND ARTISTS, INC. 919 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (215) 925-3213 · (800) 222-1754 CALL FOR ARTISTS "ART BEYOND SIGHT" – 2007-2008 Sponsored by NEBA, Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped of the Free Library of Philadelphia and the Wayne Art Center. OPENING WAYNE ART CENTER Wayne, PA

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-9516414017779996012007-02-13T19:18:00.000-05:002007-02-13T19:22:10.422-05:00

The Wizard of OzAdapted by John Kane from the book by L. Frank BaumWith music and lyrics from the MGM motion picture score by Harold Arlen and E. Y. HarburgDirected by Jan GuarinoChoreography by K StrongMusical Direction by Sandy Dacus Auditions are by appointment only and will be held at Theatre IV's Empire Theatre on Sunday February 18th from 1:00-5:00 pm. Please call (804) 344-8052 ext. 4

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-37043577712503539572007-02-07T21:25:00.000-05:002007-10-05T02:37:54.356-05:00

From a member of C-FAIR (Citizens for Fair Access in Richmond)Alright Comrades, It looks like we've got a larger challenge before us than I even imagined. The 4th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the city will not be held responsible for allocating the funds that will be required to bring our schools into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.How many of you saw this

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-42364437744244310922007-01-22T07:59:00.000-05:002007-01-22T12:05:38.706-05:00

PORTLAND, MAINE.- The Portland Museum of Art presents A Deaf Artist in Early America: The Worlds of John Brewster, Jr., on view January 25, 2007 - March 25, 2007. The first comprehensive exhibition on the important American painter John Brewster, Jr. (1766-1854), this show features 50 outstanding paintings illustrating the full range of Brewster’s long and successful career. Brewster was not an

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-69717854709839596502007-01-19T18:37:00.000-05:002007-01-21T20:37:24.802-05:00

The annual VSAVA Charlottesville Art Exchange exhibition opened January 12, 2007 with about 200 people in attendance. Sales were up and a good time was had by all! The show remains at the Martin Luther King Jr. Performing Arts Center from January 12, 2007 through March 9, 2007. The art may be viewed after January 12 during all performances at the Performing Arts Center and by calling: (434)

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-28294980947558350232007-01-19T10:03:00.000-05:002007-01-19T10:06:32.137-05:00

A Dancer's Hard-Won DebutBY JOY GOODWINIn a sunlight-infused studio at the Baryshnikov Arts Center one recent afternoon, Lisa Bufano sat in a corner, attaching her prosthetics. Ms. Bufano, a 34-year-old performance artist whose legs are amputated just below the knee, worked methodically to attach what she called her "running legs," a pair of coil-like springs. The task was made more

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1169000852575775462007-01-16T21:19:00.000-05:002007-01-16T21:38:23.039-05:00

The 2007 entries for Outside the Lines exhibitions have been received and we are currently viewing, choosing and curating art. Artists will be contacted in the next few weeks about the status of their entries.Thanks for sending your entries! We're looking forward to an exciting new exhibition year!

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1169000320929218822007-01-16T21:09:00.000-05:002007-01-16T21:18:41.343-05:00

Deadline: February 23, 2007 VSA arts has partnered with the renowned Williamstown Theatre Festival in Williamstown, Massachusetts to establish the VSA arts Apprenticeship for students with a disability, ages 19 – 24, who are interested in expanding their theater education and knowledge. The VSA arts Apprenticeship provides a talented student with a unique insight into the world of a professional

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1168393671492185862007-01-09T20:47:00.000-05:002007-01-09T20:47:51.756-05:00

Saturday, January 13 Positive Vibe Cafe celebrates their 2nd birthday with live music all day. They welcome the following musicians who are graciously donating their time and talent for a special day to benefit the GLMD Foundation and the cafe's training program for people with disabilities:1pm Offering3pm Carol Covell Trio4pm Marna & Macy5pm The Taters6pm Gary Gerloff7pm Page Wilson8pm Janet

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1167338696280081532006-12-28T15:44:00.000-05:002006-12-28T15:44:56.926-05:00

VSA arts of Virginia's arts entrepreneurial program Outside the Lines, has been noticed by Richmond Magazine in the Arts & Entertainment, Spotlight section of January 2007 issue. Works by VSAVA Artists Terry Lynn Smith and Krishanna Spencer are also featured with the article.You can view or download the article by clicking here.How cool is that?

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1167445359441719572006-12-06T21:06:00.000-05:002007-01-02T12:23:36.290-05:00

Calling All Artists…adult or student…professional or amateur…we want you to be part of the Easter Seals VA EggstravaganzaSM!Lots of fun, great prizes, super folks… and a fantastic cause!!!Easter Seals VA has been hosting a fun and successful black-tie adult egg hunt and auction event for the last five years that has raised over $270,000 to support their programs and services for over 45,000

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1165419894343337062006-12-06T10:35:00.000-05:002007-01-16T21:36:16.868-05:00

Just a friendly reminder that the deadline to submit art for the 2007 Outside the Lines show calendar is January 1, 2007.Outside the Lines is an entrepreneurial arts program of VSA arts of Virginia and is open to artists with disabilities and others with limited arts access, nationwide. Outside the Lines offers opportunities to showcase work for sale while learning how to professionally submit

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1165076881438667182006-12-02T11:26:00.000-05:002007-01-16T21:33:08.790-05:00

Please join the VSA arts of Virginia bell choirs in celebrating the season... Upcoming free performances: Saturday, December 2 @ 3:00 pmWinchester Bell Choir Holiday PerformanceGoodson Memorial Chapel, Shenandoah University, WinchesterWednesday, December 6 @ 7:30 pmHenrico Bell Choir Holiday PerformanceBelmont Recreation Center on Hilliard Road, Richmond Friday, December 8 @ 7:00pm Lynchburg Bell

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1165076186124068102006-12-02T11:14:00.000-05:002007-01-16T21:35:37.478-05:00

The International Symbol of Access : White outline of a wheelchair user within a blue square. The Center on Human Policy, Law, and Disability Studies at Syracuse University is seeking "images of the access symbol used in different locations and in different times for an international exhibition charting the symbol's global spread and local evolution.Images could include a photograph,

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1165074680484526092006-12-02T10:46:00.000-05:002006-12-02T10:51:20.570-05:00

"National Inclusive Schools Week highlights and celebrates the progress of our nation's schools in providing a supportive and quality education to an increasingly diverse student population, including students with disabilities, those from low socio-economic backgrounds, and English language learners. The Week also provides an important opportunity for educators, students, and parents to discuss

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1165074106159569892006-12-02T10:37:00.000-05:002006-12-02T10:44:45.533-05:00

Cultural Commentators are authors/scholars who contribute two essays called cultural commentaries per year. DSQ needs eight persons to accept this important contributory role for an appointment period of two years. Cultural Commentaries are concise essays, approximately 600 - 800 words in length, that provide timely and insightful interpretations of current disability issues taking place in the

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1163717540230440342006-11-16T17:50:00.000-05:002006-11-16T18:12:40.973-05:00

VSA Arts of Charlottesville Albemarle announces the release of their sixth Poetry and Short Story book, Through Our Eyes, written by individuals with disabilities and their caregivers in central Virginia. Through Our Eyes originates in the love of human experiences and imagination. The publication is a result of an ongoing poetry project sponsored by the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1162915316304529492006-11-07T11:00:00.000-05:002006-11-17T03:09:00.356-05:00

St. Joseph's Villa will host special receptions on Thursday, November 16 (2-4 pm) and Friday, November 17 (10 am - noon) for people interested in becoming a volunteer. During the events, potential volunteers can take a tour of the Villa and ask questions about specific volunteeropportunities.The Villa is especially interested in finding people who can donate a couple of hours a week to work in

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1162915124918723782006-11-07T10:55:00.000-05:002006-11-07T10:58:45.376-05:00

The Arc of Harrisonburg and Rockingham (formerly the Association for Retarded Citizens) is again holding a special Art Contest for individuals with mental retardation and other developmentaldisabilities. The contest is open to individuals of any age with mental retardation, a developmental disability, or developmental delay who reside in either Harrisonburg or in Rockingham County.More

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1162913929408170102006-11-07T10:37:00.000-05:002006-11-07T11:16:48.760-05:00

St. Joseph's Villa is considering starting a support group for families of children with Asperger's Syndrome. There will be a meeting to share information at 4:00 pm on Thursday, November 16 at Brook Road Academy on the main Villa campus (8000 Brook Road).Participants do not have to be parents of current Villa clients; the meeting is open to all families who have a child with Asperger's Syndrome.

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1162919032535307402006-11-01T11:47:00.000-05:002006-11-07T12:05:47.953-05:00

Just Rewards: A Program for Caregivers presented by the Alzheimer's Association. Date: November 28, 2006 Time: 12:30-4:00 pm Location: Senior Center, Inc. 1180 Pepsi Place Charlottesville, VA 22901 Schedule 12:30- 1:30 - Lunch1:30 - 2:00 - Poetry reading by Arlene Carter-Pounds2:15 - 3:15 – Breakout Sessions (choose one)

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1162915748142596162006-10-14T09:14:00.000-05:002007-01-16T21:34:54.471-05:00

Incorporating the Expressive Arts (movement, visual arts, writing, drama & music)into personal and professional practice awakens creativity, fosters self-empowerment and enhances our ability to cultivate positive growth and change in our lives, work & community. This experiential workshop will give you an opportunity to explore your own creative source while learning new

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1159990236660985922006-10-04T14:23:00.000-05:002007-01-16T21:34:30.282-05:00

The Charlottesville/Albemarle District of VSA arts of Virginia invites artists with disabilities ages 13 and up to submit their works for the 7th Annual VSAVA Art Show. Artwork ready to be hund will be accepted November 27th, 28th, and 29th at the Independent REsource Center, 815 Cherry Avenue. For information please contact Mildred Spicer with Charlottesville Parks and Recreation at (434) 970-

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1159983361911349942006-10-04T12:32:00.000-05:002006-10-04T12:38:21.366-05:00

The 3rd annual juried exhibition and sale of art and crafts created by artists with disabilities from across Virginia will feature jewelry, candles, paintings, drawings, pottery, weavings and handmade crafts. Saturday, November 12, 11 a.m. - 3p.m.Resources for Independent Living4009 Fitzhugh Avenue, Richmond, VA.Details: 804-353-6503.Free Admission!

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1159916266182286172006-10-03T17:06:00.000-05:002006-10-04T12:31:16.316-05:00

VSA arts of Virginia is pleased to announce its newest visual arts exhibition, which opens Tuesday, October 3, 2006 in the SunTrust building’s art gallery located at 919 E Main Street, Richmond, VA, 9AM to 5PM and runs until October 31, 2006. All of the art in this exhibition was created by local artists with disabilities participating in Outside the Lines and Da Vinci on the Road programs.

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1159830763194042162006-10-02T18:05:00.000-05:002006-10-02T18:12:43.970-05:00

Deadline: December 8, 2006 The ultimate goal: your mind in words. Flash fiction is an especially short story that gets at the core—a microscope’s view of the world. Writing poetry is an act of discovery, not just words laid out in lines. Spoken word is your lyrical voice, your inner thoughts, and energy emerging through poetic performance. The Theme - “A Moment in Time: Zooming In on My Life”

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1159767164180834302006-10-02T00:30:00.000-05:002006-10-02T15:41:08.663-05:00

We're organizing a group trip to the opera to see Carmen on "Student Night". Please contact Erin before Friday October 13th if you want to join us. If you need to make access arrangements, Erin is happy to coordinate.If you've never been to the opera -- take a chance -- it isn't what you think it is!Erin can be contacted by phone at 804.230.0246 or by e-mail at ehickey@vsava.org.DETAILSTickets $5

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1158191417467599142006-09-13T18:49:00.000-05:002006-09-13T18:50:17.556-05:00

The Arts and Disability Network and Arts and Services for Disabled, Inc. are organizing a sequel to last year’s successful CORE: Defining Ourselves exhibition. The purpose of CORE 2 is to showcase artwork, literature, and performances by artists with disabilities, and to provide a space for arts and disability advocates to build common bonds within the greater Southern California community.

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1157749759254958882006-09-08T16:07:00.000-05:002006-09-08T16:09:48.286-05:00

Showing Schools That Value & Include All Students The National Center for Culturally Responsive Educational Systems (NCCRESt) is sponsoring a national art contest in conjunction with its National Forum. It is looking for artistic representations of what schools look like that value and include the backgrounds, experiences, and heritage of all students. Work submitted to this contest will be

Erin Hickeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08287947930135384151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1157509447614465382006-09-05T21:19:00.000-05:002006-09-05T21:24:10.120-05:00

VSA arts of Virginia is proud to announce new visual art exhibition opportunities for artists with disabilities VSA arts of Virginia works to ensure adults, youth and children with disabilities and others with limited arts access to express themselves through visual, literary and performing arts. Our programs assist participants to develop confidence, inspire creativity and provide

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1157162700392075272006-09-01T21:01:00.000-05:002006-09-01T21:06:06.723-05:00

1. When talking with a person with a disability, speak directly to that person rather than through a companion or sign language interpreter. 2. When introduced to a person with a disability, it is appropriate to offer to shake hands. People with limited hand use or who wear an artificial limb can usually shake hands. 3. When meeting a person with a visual impairment, always identify yourself

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1157156120750786132006-09-01T19:12:00.000-05:002006-09-01T21:01:45.803-05:00

It seems so simple. Think of the person, not the disability. Thinking of the person first will allow the disability awareness to come quite naturally.The following information might help you. Below are two excerpts from Access and Opportunities: A Guide to Disability Awareness, a publication written and distributed by VSA arts.Language shapes the way those around us speak and act toward one

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1157153873821659842006-09-01T18:34:00.000-05:002006-09-01T18:37:54.113-05:00

VSA arts of Virginia would like to extend our warm congratulations to Josh Blue on becoming the Last Comic Standing!! You know NBC's stand-up comedy competition....For those of you who aren't familiar with Josh, he is an exceptionally talented comedian, ParaOlympic soccer player and awesome artist. Oh yeah. And he just happens to have Cerebral Palsy.You can see his his Last Comic Standing skits

Krishanna Spencernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13803012.post-1151452299583806852006-06-27T18:51:00.000-05:002006-07-05T13:02:59.020-05:00

When and Where:August 1, 20066:45pm Meet & Greet at Bottoms Up 8:00pm Concert at Have a Nice Day CaféTickets:$30 Concert only in advance $35 Concert only at door$60 Meet & Greet and Concert in advance onlyTickets available through Have a Nice Day Café on July 6th. Call 804.771.1700 for tickets by

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The Virginia Office for Protection and Advocacy wants your feedback.Please visit VOPA site and fill out the public input survey by clicking here. Give them your thoughts on the work they have been doing and the work you think they need to be doing more of. If you'd like a paper copy of the survey instead, please call 1-800- 552-4962 and ask for a copy of the public input survey to be mailed to

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