The calendar below features upcoming Arts Commission deadlines, events, information sessions and workshop opportunities. Times, dates and event details may be subject to change. For more information, please email info@azarts.gov.

 

Mar
6
Sat
Poetry Out Loud Northern Region Semi Finals
Mar 6 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

The Northern Region Semifinals Facebook Live! event will take place on Saturday 3/6 from 3:00-4:30 PM MST. We will be celebrating the participating Northern region students/schools, streaming the students’ recitations, and announcing the winners that will move on to the state competition!

The Facebook Event link is: https://fb.me/e/28iNHEfD7

Mar
15
Mon
2021 Poetry Out Loud State Finals
Mar 15 all-day
Mar
26
Fri
Governor’s Arts Awards
Mar 26 all-day

The 40th Annual Governor’s Arts Awards, a STATEWIDE CELEBRATION, will take place on Friday March 26th, 2021. Details coming soon on this hybrid-event.

The 2021 Governor’s Arts Awards, a Statewide Celebration, Presented by Billie Jo & Judd Herberger, will take place at 6:00 P.M. on March 26th, 2021. Arizona Citizens for the Arts will announce Shelley Award Honoree, winners, and it will include a silent auction.

For more information, visit https://aesaz.co/ELP/GAA2021/

Jun
3
Thu
Online Info Session: R&D Grants
Jun 3 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Thursday, June 3, 2021
5:00 – 6:00 pm

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This session will provide an overview of the Research & Development Grant application, eligibility requirements, and review process.

Jun
10
Thu
R&D Grant Webinar: Proposal Narrative
Jun 10 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Thursday, June 10
4:00 – 5:00 PM

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Attendees will learn insider tips on crafting a compelling narrative that communicates who you are, what you do, and why it matters.

Jun
17
Thu
R&D Grant Webinar: Communities of Practice
Jun 17 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Thursday, June 17
4:00 – 5:00 PM

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Attendees will learn…

  • How to identify your communities of practice
  • Tips for describing your community of practice in the R&D Grant application
  • How thinking about your contributions to a community of practice can lead to more authentic and ethical engagement

Jun
24
Thu
R&D Grant Webinar: Work Samples
Jun 24 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Thursday, June 24
4:00 – 5:00 PM

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Attendees will learn…

  • How to choose work samples that reflect your distinct vision.
  • The best ways to convey the techniques you use and the intention behind them.
  • Tips for putting your best foot forward and avoiding common mistakes.

Aug
19
Thu
Online Info Session: FY2022 Festival Grants
Aug 19 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join Festival Grant program manager Brad DeBiase for this guide to the FY2022 Festival Grant application. Brad will walk attendees through the grant guidelines, eligibility requirements, application questions, and review criteria. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions about the grant.

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Sep
8
Wed
Panel Review Meeting: Lifelong Arts Engagement Grants, Cycle A
Sep 8 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sep
11
Sat
Panel Review Meeting: Youth Arts Engagement Grants, Cycle A
Sep 11 @ 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Nov
16
Tue
Public Meeting and Executive Session
Nov 16 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the Arizona Commission on the Arts and to the general public that the Arizona Commission on the Arts will hold a virtual meeting open to the public on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at 3:30pm for the purpose of deciding whether to go into executive session. If authorized by a majority vote of the Arizona Commission on the Arts the executive session will be held immediately after the vote and will not be open to the public.

The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

– Discussion of applicants for employment

This executive session is authorized under A.R.S. § 38-431.03, Subsection (A), paragraph 1.

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter, by contacting the Arts Commission at (602) 771-6501. Persons who are deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired can contact the Arts Commission through the Arizona Relay Service, 1-800-842-4681 Voice; or 1-800-367-8939 TTY. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Nov
19
Fri
Panel Review: Research & Development Grants
Nov 19 @ 11:30 am – 6:30 pm