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FREE Drum Circle Workshop

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18 Feb 2023,
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Free Event!! WVAC hosts a lively Drum Circle workshop that gives participants hands-on experience in various cultural style drumming, dancing, and singing. Participants will have the opportunity learn and play a handmade frame drum, while engaged in the art of storytelling. All instruments will be provided. No musical experience necessary and all ages are welcome and encouraged. Only space for Read more...
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Goodyear - Past, Present & Future

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19 Sep 2021
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11 Oct 2021
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In honor of the city of Goodyear's 75th anniversary, the Arts & Culture Commission is inviting Goodyear artists to submit artwork for a special 75th anniversary fine art exhibition. Subject matter should reflect the city’s progress, while depicting our past and future. One artist, from the exhibit, will be selected to have their original artwork purchased by the City for Read more...
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Holiday Spectacular

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8 Dec 2021,
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9 Dec 2021,
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In partnership with the City of Goodyear, West Valley Arts Council (WVAC) proudly presents the City of Goodyear's annual Holiday Variety Showcase for two nights, Wednesday, December 8 and Thursday, December 9, 2021 at the Performing Arts Center at Estrella Mountain Community College. This year's holiday showcase is written, directed, and produced by WVAC's very own Sandra Bassett! Read more...
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Illuminate

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12 Aug 2022,
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9 Sep 2022,
Experience the the interplay of light and sculpture! For the first time ever the Arts HQ Gallery will showcase illuminated sculptures viewed in day AND in darkness. From August 12th - 25th work can be viewed under gallery lighting, appreciating the artist's skill and attention to detail. August 26th - September 9th our gallery will "go dark" illuminated only by Read more...
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IMPRINT African Americans in the Arts

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14 Jan 2022,
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25 Feb 2022,
West Valley Arts Council is honored to open the new year with one of our key exhibitions, IMPRINT African Americans in the Arts, featuring local artists Tiesha Harrison, Jerome Fleming, Stephen Marc, Sidney Hurd, Nik Ridley, and Kesha Bruce. These six celebrated artists, together showcase the talent, vibrancy, and collective voice of the African American community. IMPRINT African Americans in Read more...
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IMPRINT Festival 2023

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11 Mar 2023,
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West Valley Arts Council’s IMPRINT Festival is a comprehensive multicultural celebration providing a unique opportunity to be immersed in the richness and beauty of the diverse cultures existing in and around the West Valley. The one-day event features performances, music, live demonstrations, storytelling, visual arts, outdoor market, and food trucks. In 2023 the community will engage and experience culturally rooted Read more...
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IMPRINT Festival: Vendor Application

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15 Dec 2021,
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1 Feb 2022,
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Now accepting applications from artisan vendors for the West Valley Arts Council's IMPRINT Festival! All artisans and makers who create beautiful and functional works are welcome to apply. Product submissions are open and not limited to small visual works, sculpture, prints, décor, greeting cards, jewelry and accessories, kitchenware, specialty candles and soap. We encourage artisans from diverse backgrounds who create Read more...
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IMPRINT Gospel Concert

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25 Feb 2022,
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26 Feb 2022,
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The City of Peoria, in collaboration with the West Valley Arts Council (WVAC) will showcase musical excellence in the black community through the works of black artists and composers at An Evening of Music Celebrating Black History.  As part of WVAC’s IMPRINT Celebrating Cultural Diversity in the Arts program, the concert will be on Friday, Feb. 25 and Saturday, Feb. 26 at Read more...
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IMPRINT Lecture: Living with Mission w/ Clottee Hammons

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19 Feb 2022,
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Join a discussion with artist Clottee Hammons, founder of Emancipation Arts. Examine local history and the impacts and barriers in the arts. While we see the pursuit diversity prevalent in our communities, arts opportunities and outcomes speak for themselves in "The Valley of The Sun." Clottee Hammons began her arts career as a kindergartener at Monroe School (now The Children’s Read more...
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IMPRINT Viva La Cultura!

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23 Sep 2022,
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28 Oct 2022,
West Valley Arts Council is proud to present IMPRINT Viva La Cultura, on display at the Arts HQ Gallery and Surprise City Hall Gallery, September 23 - October 28th. Viva La Cultura invites viewers to observe, learn, and celebrate Latinx and Chicanx culture through the eyes of artists around the valley. Each artist brings a unique perspective to their craft Read more...
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