THE ARTS IN OUR SCHOOLS

The arts help students master core subjects but budget cuts and “teaching to the test” are squeezing the arts out of the curriculum. Research shows that children taught to play the musical keyboard strengthen math skills. Youngsters who dramatize stories improve their reading abilities. Dance classes boost a child’s ability to think as well as move. Studies indicate that arts education is particularly beneficial in building academic skills for economically disadvantaged students; those early experiences in the arts lay the groundwork for successful learning later. And the arts spark creativity, a most important quality for all children as they grow up and face the world’s challenges.

To address this alarming concern, the Arts Council’s outreach program offers educational arts experiences in Adams County schools and at our center. Through this program, musicians, actors, dancers, and painters have enriched the lives of thousands of students with assembles, workshops, and long-term artist residencies. Teachers, principals, after school programs and PTO parents are invited to contact Arts in Education Coordinator Judy Marti at aie@adamsarts.org for information about arranging an enriching arts experience.

THE ARTS IN THE WORKPLACE

Whether your aim is team building, recognizing a special milestone, or a uniquely different holiday experience, the Arts Council offers custom designed arts and culinary programs for your employees. Contact Classes and Gallery Director Wendy Heiges at classes@adamsarts.org for more information.

ARTS IN THE AREA

Calling for Creative Talents…

Main Street Gettysburg (MSG) is presenting a season-long 2020 holiday campaign, “Gettysburg’s Season of Wishes”.  Prioritizing safety and social distancing in 2020, MSG will not hold A Gettysburg Christmas Festival event this year.  As an alternative, Gettysburg’s Season of Wishes will be a quieter celebration to appreciate all of the unique small businesses in Gettysburg, and to enjoy the magic of our small town during the holiday season.

In preparation for this holiday happening, MSG is in search of Volunteers with artistic skill to assist with an exciting community-wide art project.  The idea is to create a town-wide ‘Artscape’ by painting seasonal graphic designs on numerous windows on the main streets in Gettysburg’s downtown business district.  To make this a reality, Volunteer community artists will be partnered with downtown businesses to create beautifully-decorated holiday windows. This project will be completed between November 13-26, depending on availability of volunteers and participating businesses.

All supplies and designs will be provided, schedule will be accommodating, and all current COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed.

Please join Main Street Gettysburg’s 2020 Season of Wishes in this fun, creative and community-focused project!

For more information please access:  https://www.agettysburgchristmasfestival.com/volunteerartist.html

Martha Tozzi, 410-652-0340,  marznguys@yahoo.com