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Thanks to Ted Nigro and the Orvis Foundation

Posted on November 26, 2013 by admin

Sierra Arts Foundation is proud to designate its 2013/2014 Arts in Education residencies in honor of long time Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation Board of Directors member Theodore A. Nigro. Ted championed arts in education efforts in Washoe County for … Continue reading →

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Arts Alternatives Making An Impact

Posted on November 20, 2013 by admin

From Teaching Artist Paris Almond at Turning Point, whose student population includes 3rd-12th grade children-at-risk whose special needs are addressed in a nurturing and structured environment: “This student is not highly verbal, but he selected this powerful image of the … Continue reading →

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Teaching Artist Workshop

Posted on October 23, 2013 by admin

Sierra Arts will host two workshops for artists currently working in the schools and artists who would like to understand more about working as an artist in residence in schools and communities. The workshops will begin with “Laying the Foundation: … Continue reading →

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VSA Nevada is one key to a better future for all

Posted on July 1, 2013 by admin

The Annie E. Casey Foundation’s Kids Count rankings are out, and Nevada rates 48th — behind only Mississippi and New Mexico (www.aecf.org). How do we begin to address the changes needed in education, health and poverty for Nevada’s youth, and … Continue reading →

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Sierra Arts Announces Grant Recipients

Posted on June 11, 2013 by admin

Sierra Arts Foundation announces its recipients for the 2013 Grants To Artists program. These grants, reinstated after a four year hiatus due to financial constraints, support local professional and student artists in four major disciplines: Visual, Literary, Performance, and Music. … Continue reading →

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Ms. Annie’s Art Class, Monthly

Posted on May 30, 2013 by admin

The Sierra Arts Gallery introduces Miss Annie’s Art Class for ages 6 and up in our gallery at 17 South Virginia Street, #120 in downtown Reno. The class will take place on the first Saturday of every month from 1-4pm … Continue reading →

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May 20th – Steve Gehrke: Writing About Illness

Posted on May 15, 2013 by admin

The author will read a selection of poetry and discuss the theoretical and craft issues that arise when writing about illness on May 20 at 6:00pm. The lecture will be followed by a short question and answer. Steve Gehrke teaches … Continue reading →

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Kennedy Center Artist Brings Training To Reno

Posted on May 8, 2013 by admin

In partnership with the Kennedy Center’s Partners in Education program, Sierra Arts Foundation and Washoe County School District are pleased to host Sean Layne, a national expert on Arts Integration in the classroom, on May 16th and 17th. This two … Continue reading →

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You Never Outgrow Need to Keep Learning Craft

Posted on May 2, 2013 by admin

I was leafing through (clicking still doesn’t sound right) the latest digital edition of Backstage Magazine the other day. For those of you who aren’t familiar with this magazine, or any other theater industry rag, it is full of important … Continue reading →

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Arts Integration Workshop #2

Posted on March 4, 2013 by admin

Mindful Music with Kay Judson and Dawn Roskelley Saturday, March 16 8am-5pm; Tuesday, March 19 5-9pm & Thursday, March 21 5-9pm Rita Cannan Elementary Sierra Arts Foundation and Washoe County School District are pleased to announce the workshop schedule for the 2012-13 … Continue reading →

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