XTREME TEEN SLAMFEST COMING TO DISTRICT 3
Posted March 5, 2010
Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402, lionellt@artspg.org
Celebrate National Poetry Month by joining FREE Spoken Word workshops. The Prince George’s Arts Council will partner with the Creative Writing Alliance and Lyrikal Storm to create the Xtreme Teen Slamfest featuring performances by local artists seen on Def Poetry Jam, BET Lyric Cafe and Brave New Voices. Led by artists/educators Tahira Brooks and Neville Adams, the workshops will be held April 1 – April 29, 2010, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. at Berwyn Heights Elementary School, located at 6200 Pontiac Street, Berwyn Heights, MD. The project will culminate with a Poetry Slam on April 30th at 6:00 p.m. at the Berwyn Heights Elementary School auditorium, with cash prizes to be awarded to the winners. The contest and workshops are open only to students, 13 – 19 years of age, in University Park, College Park, Berwyn Heights, Riverdale, and Riverdale Park. All interested participants must register by March 26th at (301) 277-1402 or by email at elewis@artspg.org. Only workshop participants will be eligible to compete in the Poetry Slam. For more information, please call 301-277-1402. write_speak_live_repeat
Funding for this project was made possible by Council Member Eric Olson, District 3. The Prince George’s Arts Council is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council and the Maryland-National Capital Parks and Planning Commission.
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YOUTH ART MONTH COMMEMORATED WITH STUDENT VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITION
Posted: March 3, 2010
Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402, lionellt@artspg.org
The Prince George’s Arts Council is pleased to partner with the Prince George’s County Schools to celebrate Youth Art Month with the visual arts exhibition entitled “Our World Observed – Studio Thinking.” We welcome this partnership with the County School System once again as an important part of our mission,” said PGAC Executive Director Lionell Thomas. “We are ecstatic by the level of talent in the show and equally excited to support the schools’ efforts to provide arts learning opportunities to County students.” The exhibition is scheduled from Monday, March 8th to Friday, April 23rd at the University Town Center Building, located at 6525 Belcrest Road, Hyattsville, MD 20782. Viewing hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The celebration will be highlighted by an awards ceremony and reception on Friday, April 9, 2010, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. in the lower level of the University Town Center Building. Participants in the exhibition were selected through a juried process and include students from kindergarten through 12th grade. For more information, please call 301-277-1402. YAM Flyer
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TIME AND SPACE EXHIBITION CELEBRATES PRINCE GEORGE’S ARTISTS
Posted: March 2, 2010
Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402, lionellt@artspg.org
The Prince George’s Arts Council and the Maryland-National Capital Parks and Planning Commission invite you to attend the Artists Exhibition and Reception on Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m., Lowe House Office Building, Room 180, 6 Blagden Street, Annapolis, MD 21041. RSVP by March 18th at 301-2771-1402 or by email at elewis@artspg.org. Time & Space Postcard
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REGISTER NOW FOR THE ENVISION 21st CENTURY TOWN MEETING
Posted: January 18, 2010
Media Contacts: Yvonne Magee, 301-952-3570, or Crystal Prater, 301-780-2026
The Envision Prince George’s 21st Century Town Meeting will take place March 20, 2010 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Through a series of community forums, innovative educational activities, and online discussions, Envision Prince George’s has involved thousands of residents and other stakeholders from all over the county in helping to create a better future for all. The 21st Century Town Meeting will gather 1,000 to join in this important discussion for the first county-wide meeting of its kind. It will build on the input and ideas from the community forums and will be highly interactive and participatory. Small group facilitated discussions will ensure everyone has a meaningful opportunity to share their views and listen to others. Wireless keypad voting technology will be used to gather participant input and gain perspectives to identify important priorities of the community. Register to attend the Envision Prince George’s Town Meeting here.
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ARTS HUDDLE: DEFINING THE VALUE OF COLLECTIVE ARTS ADVOCACY
Posted: February 16, 2010
Media Contact: Jennifer Cover Payne, 202-393-2161, Ext. 23
Event Information
Monday, February 22, 2010, 9:00 a.m.—12:15 p.m.
National Building Museum, 401 F Street, NW, Washington, DC
RSVP by February 18, 2010 at staff@cultural-alliance.org
The Arts Huddle report identified the need for the region to develop a Regional Arts Advocacy Message and to focus on a long-term coordinated and collective approach when developing advocacy strategies. This program will examine the value of the research tools such as the Arts & Economic Prosperity IV: the Economic Impact of Nonprofit Arts and Culture Organizations and Their Audiences in Greater Washington and other messages that help business and government to determine their investment in the arts. Hear from a distinguished panel of arts leaders and representatives from Washington Metropolitan Council of Governments, Greater Washington Marketing Initiative and Americans for the Arts the value of research in a down economy. Work in teams with colleagues, state arts advocacy representatives, business leaders and arts council and commission leaders to craft a collective arts advocacy message.
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AWARD-WINNING DIRECTOR HAILE GERIMA COMES TO HYATTSVILLE
Posted: February 9, 2010
Media Contacts: Karen Crooms, 301-887-0777, karencrooms@atha.com, or Stuart Eisenberg, sweisenberg@atha.com
In celebration of Black History Month, the Anacostia Trails Heritage Area, (ATHA) Inc. and the Hyattsville Community Development Corporation (CDC), in cooperation with the City of Hyattsville and the Prince George’s Arts Council, are proud to present the premiere Maryland showing of TEZA, the latest release from world-renowned, independent filmmaker Haile Gerima. A one-week limited engagement of TEZA will begin on February 26th at Regal Entertainment’s Royale Stadium 14, at the University Town Center, in Hyattsville, Maryland.Movie Tickets will be on sale at the Regal Royale’s box office or online at www.fandango.com or www.regalentertainmentgroup.com. TEZA PRESS RELEASE
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NEW ARTS NETWORK NOW FORMING!!!
Posted: January 29, 2010
Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 or lionellt@artspg.org
The Prince George’s County Arts Network (PG-CAN), a newly forming group of artists, arts organizations, arts professionals, patrons, stakeholders, and public and private agencies, invites anyone interested to join them in advocating for increased support of the arts in Prince George’s County. Please contact the Prince George’s Arts Council at 301-277-1402 to receive future meeting notices. First meeting on Wednesday, March 31, 2010, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. at the Gateway Arts Center located at 3901 Rhode Island Avenue, Brentwood, MD. All are welcomed. PG-CAN Advocacy Card
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FY 2011 GRANT APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE ONLINE
Posted: January 25, 2010
Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 or lionellt@artspg.org
The Prince George’s Arts Council (PGAC) is pleased to announce that the FY 2011 grant applications are now available online at www.princegeorgesartscouncil.org. Artists, arts organizations, schools and community groups are encouraged to apply to one or more programs. All applicants must meet eligibility requirements to apply. New this year, applicants may submit multiple applications to the various funding programs, but will only be eligible to receive two grants per fiscal year. Applicants may not receive multiple funding from PGAC for the same project. Additionally, all workshops will be conducted via teleconferencing. Note the Grant Guidelines and Applications for specific review criteria, workshop and deadline dates. For more information, please call 301-277-1402.
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COUNTY VISUAL ARTISTS WANTED
Posted: January 20, 2010
Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 The Prince George’s Arts Council invites local artists to participate in the Washington International Arts Festival, which will be held on May 1 & 2, 2010 on the 300-acre site of National Harbor. An exciting new community considered the gateway to the National Capital Region, National Harbor is located on the eastern bank of the Potomac River in Prince George’s County, MD. It is estimated that 12 million people visit National Harbor each year with over 33 million domestic and international visitors attracted to the Washington, DC area. The deadline for submission is March 3, 2010. Washington International Arts Festival at the National Harbor # # # “SING A SONG” Posted: January 19, 2010 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 The Prince George’s Arts Council (PGAC) is pleased to present a family celebration of Black History Month entitled “Sing A Song” on Saturday, February 6, 2010 from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. This first ever event will feature a wide variety of talented performers from all over Prince George’s County. Performers featured at this concert will be CAFE, Positive Vibrations, Dance Makers, Inc., and Northwestern High Schools’ own Three Chords, The Truth, and The Colours Program. Sing A Song flyer # # # DIVERSE IMPRESSIONS VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITION January 18 to February 25, 2010 Posted: January 14, 2010 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 In celebration of Black History Month, the Prince George’s Arts Council is pleased to invite you to the visual arts exhibition entitled “Diverse Impressions” in the University Town Center – Metro 3 Building, located at 6525 Belcrest Road, Hyattsville, Maryland 20782. The exhibit features local visual artists La-Mario Chez Jackson, Korbet Moering, Alec Simpson and Valerie Watson. This exhibit is free and open to the public. Viewing hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Artists reception will be held on Thursday, February 18, 2010, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Diverse Impressions flyer # # #
REGIONAL ADVOCACY NETWORKING BREAKFAST
Posted: January 13, 2010
Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402
The Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington has invited Chiefs of Staff of elected officials, and other key individuals from the state, city and county governments of Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia who help to prepare the budgets for the arts community. The purpose of this event is to provide an opportunity for arts leaders to meet and talk to key staffers and officials in an informal setting. Please be sure to forward to your colleagues. Regional Advocacy Networking Breakfast Flyer
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MARYLAND ARTS DAY Posted: January 4, 2010 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 Save the Date for our annual Maryland Arts Day, taking place on February 9, 2010 in Annapolis. Maryland Arts Day is a community event for arts supporters across the state. There will be keynote speakers, educational discussions, and meetings with local legislators where you can make your case for arts funding. In the coming weeks, you will receive program details and registration information. # # # FREE CAPACITY-BUILDING WORKSHOPS OFFERED Posted: December 8, 2009 Workshop Dates: January 20, 2010 and February 10, 2010 (rescheduled for Thursday, March 25, 2010) Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 The Elevator Speech workshop originally scheduled for February 10, 2010 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 7, 2010, 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. at the Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex, 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover, MD 20785. PGAC – Capacity-Building Workshops Postcard # # # FY 2010 GRANT AWARDS ANNOUNCED Posted: October 2, 2009 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 The Prince George’s Arts Council announces its FY 2010 grant awards to Prince George’s County artists, arts organizations and schools totaling $48,161.00. FY 2010 Grantees # # # HEALTHY SENIORS ARTS PROJECT Posted: July 20, 2009 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 July 20 – October 19, 2009. Every Monday at 2:30 p.m. Closing Reception: Monday, October 19, 2009, 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Newton Green Senior Center. Healthy Arts Press Release # # #
FOR COLORED GIRLS PLAY PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PRINCE GEORGE’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE Posted: August 12, 2009 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 Public Performance on Saturday, September 26, 2009, 7:30 p.m. Prince George’s Community College Queen Anne Fine Arts Building, Hallam Theatre 301 Largo Road, Largo, Maryland 20774 For Colored Girls Press Release FCG Flyer # # #
LIVING COLOR EXHIBITION AND RECEPTION Posted: September 18, 2009 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 Reception on Thursday, October 1, 2009 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. University Town Center – Building #3 6525 Belcrest Road Hyattsville, Maryland 20782 Refreshments served Living Color flyer # # #
NOW ACCEPTING PANELISTS NOMINATIONS Posted: September 11, 2009 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 Nominees must live in the Greater Metropolitan area. Artists, administrators, educators and critics in the arts with at least a two-year history of involvement in Prince George’s County arts community are eligible for nomination. Individuals are encouraged to self-nominate. Advisory Panelist Nomination Form # # #
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NEW ARTS NETWORK NOW FORMING!!!
Posted: January 29, 2010
Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 or lionellt@artspg.org
The Prince George’s County Arts Network (PG-CAN), a newly forming group of artists, arts organizations, arts professionals, patrons, stakeholders, and public and private agencies, invites anyone interested to join them in advocating for increased support of the arts in Prince George’s County. Please contact the Prince George’s Arts Council at 301-277-1402 to receive future meeting notices. First meeting on Wednesday, March 31, 2010, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. at the Gateway Arts Center located at 3901 Rhode Island Avenue, Brentwood, MD. All are welcomed. PG-CAN Advocacy Card
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FY 2011 GRANT APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE ONLINE
Posted: January 25, 2010
Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 or lionellt@artspg.org
The Prince George’s Arts Council (PGAC) is pleased to announce that the FY 2011 grant applications are now available online at www.princegeorgesartscouncil.org. Artists, arts organizations, schools and community groups are encouraged to apply to one or more programs. All applicants must meet eligibility requirements to apply. New this year, applicants may submit multiple applications to the various funding programs, but will only be eligible to receive two grants per fiscal year. Applicants may not receive multiple funding from PGAC for the same project. Additionally, all workshops will be conducted via teleconferencing. Note the Grant Guidelines and Applications for specific review criteria, workshop and deadline dates. For more information, please call 301-277-1402.
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COUNTY VISUAL ARTISTS WANTED
Posted: January 20, 2010Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 The Prince George’s Arts Council invites local artists to participate in the Washington International Arts Festival, which will be held on May 1 & 2, 2010 on the 300-acre site of National Harbor. An exciting new community considered the gateway to the National Capital Region, National Harbor is located on the eastern bank of the Potomac River in Prince George’s County, MD. It is estimated that 12 million people visit National Harbor each year with over 33 million domestic and international visitors attracted to the Washington, DC area. The deadline for submission is March 3, 2010. Washington International Arts Festival at the National Harbor # # # “SING A SONG” Posted: January 19, 2010 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 The Prince George’s Arts Council (PGAC) is pleased to present a family celebration of Black History Month entitled “Sing A Song” on Saturday, February 6, 2010 from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. This first ever event will feature a wide variety of talented performers from all over Prince George’s County. Performers featured at this concert will be CAFE, Positive Vibrations, Dance Makers, Inc., and Northwestern High Schools’ own Three Chords, The Truth, and The Colours Program. Sing A Song flyer # # # DIVERSE IMPRESSIONS VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITION January 18 to February 25, 2010 Posted: January 14, 2010 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 In celebration of Black History Month, the Prince George’s Arts Council is pleased to invite you to the visual arts exhibition entitled “Diverse Impressions” in the University Town Center – Metro 3 Building, located at 6525 Belcrest Road, Hyattsville, Maryland 20782. The exhibit features local visual artists La-Mario Chez Jackson, Korbet Moering, Alec Simpson and Valerie Watson. This exhibit is free and open to the public. Viewing hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Artists reception will be held on Thursday, February 18, 2010, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Diverse Impressions flyer # # #
MARYLAND ARTS DAY Posted: January 4, 2010 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 Save the Date for our annual Maryland Arts Day, taking place on February 9, 2010 in Annapolis. Maryland Arts Day is a community event for arts supporters across the state. There will be keynote speakers, educational discussions, and meetings with local legislators where you can make your case for arts funding. In the coming weeks, you will receive program details and registration information. # # # FREE CAPACITY-BUILDING WORKSHOPS OFFERED Posted: December 8, 2009 Workshop Dates: January 20, 2010 and February 10, 2010 (rescheduled for Thursday, March 25, 2010) Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 The Elevator Speech workshop originally scheduled for February 10, 2010 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 7, 2010, 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. at the Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex, 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover, MD 20785. PGAC – Capacity-Building Workshops Postcard # # # FY 2010 GRANT AWARDS ANNOUNCED Posted: October 2, 2009 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 The Prince George’s Arts Council announces its FY 2010 grant awards to Prince George’s County artists, arts organizations and schools totaling $48,161.00. FY 2010 Grantees # # # HEALTHY SENIORS ARTS PROJECT Posted: July 20, 2009 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 July 20 – October 19, 2009. Every Monday at 2:30 p.m. Closing Reception: Monday, October 19, 2009, 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Newton Green Senior Center. Healthy Arts Press Release # # #
FOR COLORED GIRLS PLAY PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PRINCE GEORGE’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE Posted: August 12, 2009 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 Public Performance on Saturday, September 26, 2009, 7:30 p.m. Prince George’s Community College Queen Anne Fine Arts Building, Hallam Theatre 301 Largo Road, Largo, Maryland 20774 For Colored Girls Press Release FCG Flyer # # #
LIVING COLOR EXHIBITION AND RECEPTION Posted: September 18, 2009 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 Reception on Thursday, October 1, 2009 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. University Town Center – Building #3 6525 Belcrest Road Hyattsville, Maryland 20782 Refreshments served Living Color flyer # # #
NOW ACCEPTING PANELISTS NOMINATIONS Posted: September 11, 2009 Media Contact: Lionell Thomas, 301-277-1402 Nominees must live in the Greater Metropolitan area. Artists, administrators, educators and critics in the arts with at least a two-year history of involvement in Prince George’s County arts community are eligible for nomination. Individuals are encouraged to self-nominate. Advisory Panelist Nomination Form # # #
