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Looking for Saturday Wearable Art Tickets?

There is a pair of Flash Zone table seats on the

On-line Auction!
Bid on them now:
That could be you right up front on Saturday!
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FYI, 280 seats remain for Sunday’s Wearable Art Show.

Tuesdays in January:
Jan 17 – TOE talks about his recent book When Sarah Palin Came to Town
Jan 24 – weaver, teacher, artist Della Cheney talks about her weaving project
Jan 31 – spoken word artist Christy NaMee Eriksen talks about her work.

Coming Soon:

GOSPEL CHOIR
with Rev. Bobby Lewis & Eustace Johnson

FEBRUARY 14 – 18, 2012 – Workshop
FEBRUARY 19, 2012, 2 PM – Celebration

JUNEAU ARTS & CULTURE CENTER

In recognition of Black History Month. In collaboration with Juneau Black Awareness Association. Sponsored by the University of Alaska SE


Why can’t I find JAHC on the list? I want to make a donation!
JAHC, along with several mid-sized community arts organizations, falls through the cracks in the legislation: Our budget, at $500,000, puts us at a level requiring a full audit, which would cost way more than we could expect to receive through the program, not a prudent use of our limited resources.

Senator Paul Seaton is proposing that this audit requirement be removed:
The House has introduced House Bill 302, sponsored by Representative Seaton, a bill to repeal the audit requirement for groups looking to participate in the Pick.Click.Give program.  We believe removing the audit requirement to be an equitable solution to current concerns expressed about the program.   We are looking get a request for a hearing as early as Monday.
If this issue is important to you, please send a letter or email of support as soon as possible to Taneeka Hansen in Representative Seaton’s office, State Capitol, Room 102
Juneau, AK 99801-1182.

It will help the Representative’s presentation before the committee if he can show statewide support for the bill.
ACT NOW!

How to Apply for an Individual Artist Award – Teleconference

Posted: January 27th, 2012 by kari

Individual Artsist: Tune in to this teleconference on Wednesday, February 1, 4-5 pm.

The teleconference/webinar is for artists who want to learn more about the Individual Artist Awards grant application process. Applications are now available and artists are able to apply online at www.rasmuson.org. Online applications must be filed by 11:59 p.m. on March 1. Paper applications will still be accepted, and the postmark deadline is March 1.

To dial in (toll free): 1 (877) 615-4339
Passcode: 6117 516#

2012 Mayor’s Awards for the Arts Announced

Posted: January 24th, 2012 by Nancy DeCherney

Juneau Arts & Humanities Council announces the selection of the recipients for the Fifth Annual Mayor’s Awards for the Arts, to be presented at the Sunday Wearable Arts Extravaganza on February 12 at 3 pm, at Centennial Hall.
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Poems Wanted for Seventh Annual Poetry Omnibus

Posted: January 24th, 2012 by Nancy DeCherney

Poetry Omnibus is now accepting entries for the 2012 competition. The deadline for submissions is March 10. Winning poems will be read at a to-be-announced celebration and then displayed on a Capital Transit bus for a full year. There are two age categories; 5th-12th graders and adults over 18 years old. Poems can be on any subject, but must be suitable for public display and not exceed ten lines. One poem may be submitted for free; additional poems may be submitted for $3 each. Entry forms which contain complete rules and instructions for submittals are available on Capital Transit busses, at local libraries, Juneau Arts and Culture Center, the Canvas and Paradise Café.

Poetry Omnibus was originated in 2006 by Kristen Hutchison who also directed it in 2007. In 2008, leadership was taken over by Robyn Holloway who successfully directed the program for three seasons. For this 2012 season, leadership has passed to Ray Tsang. Winning poems will be chosen by a panel of three local poets; Christy NaMee Eriksen, Emily Wall and Jenifer Vernon.  Decisions by the judges are final.

Questions can be directed to PoetryOmniBus@jahc.org or to Richard at 780-6204.

KTOO is Seeking New Media Producer

Posted: January 23rd, 2012 by kari

KTOO seeks a dynamic, self-motivated individual with experience and skills in journalism and online content management, including writing and editing for the web, graphic design and site management. The New Media Producer will be responsible for writing, editing and posting multimedia content for multiple public media websites.
The New Media Producer will work closely with KTOO’s programming, production and news staff so strong communication skills are required. Tasks require a strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines, as well as a thorough understand of the use of the Internet for delivering multimedia content and engaging audiences.

Deadline: Open until filled, with an initial screening on February 6. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Salary: Range C, $32,690 to $45,970annually, plus competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, paid leave and holidays.

More info: Email pos1@ktoo.org.

Rasmuson Foundation now accepting Individual Artist Award applications

Posted: January 23rd, 2012 by kari

Deadline: March 1, 2012

Calling all Alaskan artists: Rasmuson Foundation just opened the application period for its annual Individual Artist Awards grant program. The awards are designed to support Alaskan artists at various stages in their careers and creative development working in many artistic disciplines.

New this year, the field of presentation and interpretation was added to the fellowship category, opening the award to actors, dancers, musicians, vocalists and other performance artists.

Additional information is also available by calling 907-297-2700 or 877-366-2700 (toll free in Alaska), or by writing the Rasmuson Foundation, 301 W Northern Lights Boulevard, Suite 300, Anchorage, Alaska 99503.

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National Endowment for the Arts
City and Borough of Juneau
Rasmuson Foundation
Alaska State Council on the Arts
Western States Arts Foundation
The Kennedy Center