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Arts Ed NJ Celebrates Arts In Our Schools Month
(BURLINGTON, NJ) -- Arts Ed NJ is a diverse group of statewide partners who believe in and advocate for a well-rounded education that includes dance, media, music, theater, and visual arts - all to benefit and impact the creative leaders of tomorrow! March is widely known as "Arts in Our Schools Month," an annual celebration originally proclaimed by the U.S. Department of Education that showcases the accomplishments of students in dance, music, theater and the visual arts nationwide.
Will Fullman named MPAC's Volunteer of the Month of March

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Morristown resident Will Fullman has been named MPAC's Volunteer of the Month of March. This recognition program is designed to shine a light on the many individuals who contribute their time and energy toward making Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) and the MPAC customer experience a success.
Barbara Barstow Honored Posthumously with Wharton Arts 2023 Education Award

(BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- On Thursday, March 9, 2023, Wharton Arts honored former New Jersey Youth Symphony Artistic Director and Conductor Barbara Barstow posthumously with the Education Award at its annual Gala. The award was presented by Artistic Director and Principal Conductor Helen H. Cha-Pyo and accepted by Barstow's husband, Bill Barstow.
Senator Vin Gopal Announces a $100,000 Grant in Support of the Axelrod Performing Arts Center

(DEAL PARK, NJ) -- The Axelrod Performing Arts Center is thrilled to announce that, through the efforts of State Senator Vin Gopal, a $100,000 grant supporting Axelrod PAC cultural arts programming was included in Governor Murphy's proposed budget last week. This funding will help support continued rebuilding of Axelrod PAC programming and cultural education programs as we emerge from COVID closures. The grant helps make possible the subsidy of lower cost senior and youth ticketing and a new policy kicked off by the Axelrod, "Pay What You Can," making ticket prices affordable to families and adults who cannot afford to attend cultural arts performances.
Emma Grunin Joins the Grunin Foundation Board of Trustees

The Grunin Foundation is pleased to announce the addition of Emma Grunin to the Grunin Foundation Board of Trustees. Emma is currently a freshman at New York University in the Liberal Studies Core program. In addition to her studies, Emma is a member of the NYU track and field team and the Student-Athlete Leadership Academy.
URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center announces 2023 schedule of more than 40 events

(CARTERET, NJ) -- URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center has announced a full calendar year of events that will feature something for everyone, Mayor Daniel J. Reiman said. Whether you like classical, standards, oldies, pop, rock or R&B, more than 30 world-class concerts will be presented at the state-of-the-art venue, he added.
New "Creative Community Brain Trust" Created to Bring Revolutionary Programming to SOPAC

(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) has announced a groundbreaking new programming model: Creative Community Brain Trust. Led by five industry experts, the Brain Trust will guide SOPAC toward inclusively excellent, radically creative, and community-powered programming.
Artists and Craftspeople Invited to Arts & Cars, Summit Arts Festival

(SUMMIT, NJ) --The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey (VACNJ) is proud to partner with Summit Downtown for the return of the Arts + Cars, Summit’s annual outdoor art festival. This year's event promises to be bigger and better than ever, featuring a classic car show, a stage with musical performances, activities for children, food vendors, and a beer garden in addition to the juried arts and crafts festival. The event will take place on Sunday, September 17, from 10:00am to 4:00pm, rain or shine, and will be located in the heart of downtown Summit, allowing visitors to explore local businesses and the Summit Farmers Market while enjoying the festivities.
Arts Institute of Middlesex County Spotlights Events in March

(MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ) -- The Arts Institute of Middlesex County is presenting, promoting, and supporting a multitude of arts and culture events, exhibitions, and shows throughout the month of March. These events are free to enjoy for all County residents and beyond.
Wharton Arts Partners with YMCA for Programs for Seniors

(BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ) -- Wharton Arts, New Jersey's largest non-profit performing arts education center, announced that it will partner with the Summit Area YMCA to offer programs for adults aged 55 and over beginning March 20, 2023. The Wharton CAFÉ Choir is a free eight-week choir program that will culminate with a public performance in New Providence on May 9. The program is a continuation of a pre-pandemic rendering made possible through funding from the National Guild for Community Arts Education.
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