Art Ball

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SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023AT THE MADISON Assembly for the Arts is excited to announce our inaugural Art Ball to celebrate those who support the arts and to showcase the wealth of arts and culture that makes Cleveland a leading arts city! The Art Ball is going to be a signature arts event for our community and a key fundraiser for Assembly. Together we sparkle! GET DIRECTIONSRegistration is now closed. Can’t attend? Consider a donation to help us reach the goal!…

WAGE Session for Artists and Groups that Hire Them

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Assembly for the Arts Workbench Session: A Conversation with W.A.G.E. Virtual Event: November 3, 2022, 4:30 – 6 p.m. ET Assembly for the Arts is bringing artist and organizer, Lise Soskolne, to the Workbench Session on November 3, 2022. During this virtual session, Lise, a co-founder and core organizer of Working Artists in the Greater Economy (W.A.G.E.) will introduce its primary programs, W.A.G.E. Certification and WAGENCY, and discuss W.A.G.E.’s broader effort to organize…

The Arts Vote – October 18, 2021

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The Arts VoteThe arts sector is a powerful voting force and change-making partner in Cleveland.  How will the arts be integrated and considered in Cleveland’s future Mayoral administration? Be a part of this historic discussion and collective voice in support of arts and culture. Jeremy Johnson, President & CEO, Assembly for the Arts will facilitate this 90-minute forum. Assembly for the Arts and CAN Journal, will host The Arts Vote, a public forum with Cleveland mayoral candidates Justin…

Cleveland Mayoral Debate – October 11, 2021

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Assemble for a Unified Voice: Who Has Your Vote?After months of campaigning, the results of the September primary elections have narrowed seven candidates down to two. On Tuesday, November 2, 2021 Clevelanders will have a chance to cast their votes for their city’s next mayor. The City Club of Cleveland, in partnership with Ideastream Public Media, will host the general election debate on Monday, October 11th with Cleveland mayoral candidates: Justin M. Bibb, nonprofit executive, and…

Assemblies – December 2021

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Assemble for a Unified Voice - December 2021 WHAT/WHEN: Non-profits: Wednesday, December 15, 2021 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM ET Artists: Wednesday, December 15, 2021 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM ET Businesses: Thursday, December 16, 2021 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM ET WHERE: Virtual conference, details can be viewed by clicking the button below COST: Free HOST: Assembly for the Arts REGISTRATION: Required, please click one of the buttons below to register Register for One of the Virtual…

Assemblies – November 2021

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Assemble for a Unified Voice - November 2021 WHAT/WHEN: Non-profits: Wednesday, November 17, 2021 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM ET Artists: Wednesday, November 17, 2021 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM ET Businesses: Thursday, November 18, 2021 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM ET WHERE: Virtual conference, details can be viewed by clicking the button below HOST: Assembly for the Arts COST: Free REGISTRATION: Required, please click one of the buttons below to register Register for One of the Virtual…

Assemblies – September 2021

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Assemble for a Unified Voice: Who Has Your Vote? Justin Bibb and Kevin Kelley have won the primary election for Cleveland Mayor.  Assembly invites you to join us as we examine these candidates’ responses to an earlier survey we conducted with our partners at CAN Journal. Let’s discuss what else we want to know and how we can amplify their arts and culture responses more widely. Join us for a report out from Assembly, key themes from last month’s sessions, and a robust…

The Inaugural Assembly: August 18-19, 2021

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Assemble for a Unified VoiceAttend our inaugural assembly as President & CEO Jeremy Johnson unveils the organization and presents its bold vision and action plan for the future of arts and culture in Greater Cleveland. WHAT: The Inaugural Assembly WHEN: Session 1: Wednesday, August 18, 2021, 10-11 AM Session 2: Wednesday, August 18, 2021, 6-7 PM Session 3: Thursday, August 19, 2021, 10-11 AM WHERE: Virtual conference, details can be viewed by clicking the button below HOST: Assembly for…

Cleveland Music Industry Conversations: August 4, 2021

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Assemble for MusicJoin us on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 as our President and CEO Jeremy Johnson sits down with Sean Watterson, owner of Happy Dog, for an informal conversation. The event, meant to encourage opportunities for networking, will introduce Assembly for the Arts to Cleveland’s music community. Jeremy will discuss organizational priorities and how Cleveland’s music industry will benefit from Assembly’s efforts in the arts and culture space. We hope you can attend! Get…