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"Art. Ask for More."

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Wynton Marsalis at Arts Advocacy Day 2007



Arts Advocacy Day officially kicked off at a Congressional Arts Breakfast on Capitol Hill, organized by Americans for the Arts in conjunction with the Congressional Arts Caucus. For video of other speakers, including Ms. Sheila Johnson, Chris Klein, and Jane Powell, please read our MySpace blog.
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Los Angeles, CA



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Americans for the Arts is the nation's leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America. With 45 years of service, we are dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts.

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ART. ASK FOR MORE.


 

Why Ask For More?
The arts are much more than just fun "extra" activities for kids. Participation in the arts opens up children's worlds and minds and offers them the skills they need for a bright future.Find out the 10 Simple Ways you can start today to get more art in your child's life.

 

Arts & Economic Prosperity III

Americans for the Arts is proud to announce the release of Arts & Economic Prosperity III, our third study of the nonprofit arts and culture industry’s impact on the nation’s economy. This new study is our largest ever, featuring findings from 156 study regions (116 cities and counties, 35 multicounty regions, and 5 states).

THE ARTS MEAN BUSINESS!

  • America’s nonprofit arts and culture industry generates $166.2 billion in economic activity every year;$63.1 billion in spending by organizations and an additional $103.1 billion in event-related spending by audiences.
  • The national impact of the economic activity from America’s nonprofit arts and culture industry supports 5.7 million jobs and generates $29.6 billion in government revenue.
  • Between 2000 and 2005, the nonprofit arts and culture industry grew 24 percent, from $134 billion to $166.2 billion.
  • Event related spending by the audiences of nonprofit arts and culture organizations boasts an even greater increase of 28 percent—from $80.8 billion in 2000 to $103.1 billion in 2005.

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Upcoming Events

American Evolution: Arts in the New Civic Life
June 20–22, 2008
Sheraton Philadelphia City Center

Philadelphia is the birthplace of American democracy, and today it is a leader in the evolution of civic life. From history to hip, the city is alive with creativity. Cultures abound in Philadelphia, an open and engaged metropolis that welcomes a diverse community of artists, innovators, and creators.


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Feb 4 2008 3:48 PM

Thanks for the add! We support the local arts and strive to develop the artist within.
"There are painters who transform the sun into a yellow spot, but there are others who, thanks to their art and intelligence, transform a yellow spot into the sun."
Pablo Picasso
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Jan 30 2008 5:41 PM

Thanks for the add! We support local artists!
Vee W. Garcia





Jan 4 2008 10:44 PM

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
Jan the Empress Artist





Jan 10 2008 5:44 PM

Do Creative stuff!
ArtByAir





Jan 13 2008 1:29 PM

Here's to bringing the arts together with the environment/nature and urban spaces... American communities need creative solutions!
Phil Minissale





Jan 13 2008 3:02 PM

KEEP FANNIN THE FLAME!!!
Peace,
Phil
DIANE ELIZABETH





Jan 17 2008 7:47 AM

"imagination is more important than knowledge."-einstein
El Teatro Campesino





Jan 24 2008 12:44 AM

Thanks for the add!

--El Teatro Campesino
Luis Valdez, Artistic Director
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Oct 21 2007 12:20 AM

Nice to connect!
AURELIA MENGIN comédienne .. Avec un flingue!!





Oct 17 2007 3:02 PM

thx for the add!
& hello from Paris
m.p.





Oct 15 2007 7:25 PM

Keep up the good work.

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Contemporary art for the conscience contemporary

20% donations to your choice of charities.
We donate to offest the carbon emissions associated with shipping
TIGERFLY photography





Oct 13 2007 7:46 AM

Sunday, October 14, 2007
Art Fair
downtown Millburn Avenue, Millburn
28th annual Show and Sale of Fine Art & Selected Crafts
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

I will be selling Framed, matted and and mounted photography! Also photo notecards.
It should be a nice day!! So come out, enjoy the fall sunshine and come by (buy) and visit me!!
My work is also featured on my website www.Tiger-fly.com
take a look, let me know what you think!
thanks!!!!!!!!!!!
~Mary
Nick Franco





Oct 13 2007 12:50 PM

Please come & visit my page to see a collection of Oil & Acrylic Abstract paintings.
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Oct 9 2007 11:17 AM

Hooray, we are friends!
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Oct 9 2007 4:06 PM

thanks for the add.


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Oct 9 2007 5:43 PM

Thanks for adding me to your friends.
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Oct 9 2007 8:37 PM

Art Collectors & Artists!

so glad art exists!

:)
Joy





Oct 10 2007 10:54 PM

I just wanted to stop by and drop some love on your page. Sending you loving positive energy and blessings, Joy
Randino:)





Oct 9 2007 9:10 AM

AFTA,

I am so honored to be your myspace friend and grateful that you are commited to doing what you do. Brava, Bravo and Huzzah!

Peace to you all,
Randino
Rene Galvan





Oct 9 2007 9:19 AM

Hi,
Thanks for adding me.
Rene
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Oct 6 2007 2:53 PM

Hello from Spain, friends :)

Imagine Peace Tower / Torre de la Paz Imagine

On October 9th (John Lennon's birthday) a ligth tower in Iceland will light for Peace: The Imagine Peace Tower.

You can send your Peace messages to be included. For more details, please visit: http://www.imaginepeace.com/

Thank you very much and Peace for all :)

P.S.: Please watch a video by Yoko Ono on my profile regarding this event and/or visit Yoko Ono's site, you will find her at the top of my friends' list.

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El próximo 9 de Octubre (conmemoración del cumpleaños de John Lennon) se inaugurará en Islandia una torre de luz por la Paz: The Imagine Peace Tower.

Podéis enviar vuestros mensajes de Paz para que sean incluídos. Para más detalles e información visitar la página: http://www.imaginepeace.com/

Muchísimas gracias y Paz para Todo/as :)

P.D: Por favor, podéis ver un video de Yoko Ono en mi profile sobre este acontecimiento y/o visitar la página de Yoko Ono, la podéis encontrar en la parte superior de mi lista de amigos.
Guillaume Delisle (aka rudeboy)





Oct 2 2007 10:57 AM

Thanks for the add !

Best vibes from France.

Guillaume Delisle
Meredith Salenger





Oct 3 2007 1:31 PM

good job!
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Oct 1 2007 7:50 AM

Much Peace!
K.T.
Powerklutch Production Recordings
(Putting the Soul back in Soul music)
M.A.





Oct 1 2007 8:42 AM

thanks for the add
Simon Sachot





Sep 28 2007 10:51 AM

Hi, I hope my music will please you
Have a Good day.
Simon.
Brooklyn College Library





Sep 28 2007 1:42 PM

The end of labor is to gain leisure. The aim of education is the wise use of leisure. -- Aristotle, Nicomachean Ethics

As the month of Labor Day comes to an end we invite you to join us -- whether it be for labor or leisure!
Gordon Fraser





Sep 30 2007 11:41 AM

JERSEY CITY ARTISTS STUDIO TOUR
Oct. 6th & 7th
Downtown Jersey City
12-5pm
See you there!!!

www.gordonfraserfinearts.com
Dave





Sep 27 2007 8:59 PM

Thanks for the add. Have a great weekend.
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Sep 24 2007 7:01 AM

Thanks for the add.
All the best !
Friendships !
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Sep 21 2007 7:37 PM

You guys are amazing! On behalf of those who may never have an opportunity to thank you... Thanks! for your heart of compassion.
*MAIA*





Sep 22 2007 7:31 AM

THANKS FOR THE ADD!
:)
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