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May marks the return of our Concert Production Workshop series! This series will cover the ins and outs of putting on a live concert from both the venue and performer perspective. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about all that goes into putting on a live concert. From booking and promotion to production and band etiquette, these workshops will introduce you to the world of concert production taught by professionals in the field. Whether you are a musician or a fan, a casual observer or a college professor this will strive to give you a spectrum of knowledge for event planning and production as well as the occasional foray into abstract concepts of sound and light. We encourage both adults and youth age sixteen and up to participate. DAY 1: Planning, Promoting & Producing / Advancing, Sound-checking & Performing Date: Saturday, May 3rd DAY 2: The Basics of Sound & Light: Terminology, Signal Paths and Gear Date: Sunday, May 4th DAY 3: Monitor Sound & Front of House Sound (Eqs, Compressors, Gates, Effects) Date: Saturday, May 31st DAY 4: Lighting: Power, Setting scenes, Bumps and Chases, Color Theory Date: Sunday, June 1st Price: $25 per workshop $80 for the series (4 workshops)

Lane Arts Council works to strengthen and support the arts throughout Lane County by serving as a supportive, central community organization for artists, artistic and cultural organizations, patrons, and participants. Please take a look around our website and learn about our arts education programs in schools, First Friday ArtWalk, professional development workshops and more!

"DanceAbility International's mission is to encourage the evolution of mixed-abilities dance by cultivating a common ground for creative expression for all people. The mission is accomplished through performance, educational programs, teacher training and workshops. The work of DanceAbility International helps decrease prejudice and misconceptions about diversity in the field of dance, and by extension in society. "

This organization offers those with limited mobility the opportunity to move themselves physically - and others emotionally (as well as themselves) - though powerful performances. One of my favorite organizations

Emerald Art Association began in 1957 when a group of artists and art lovers took on the task of building an art league. Beginning under the auspices of the Willamalane Community Services, it soon became an independent entity. In 1974 this diligent group bought their own building at 421 A Street and shouldered the responsibility of owning real estate, while presenting fine art to the community and becoming a center for teaching and learning art.

"Creative Capital has awarded $29 million to 530 groundbreaking artists nationwide through funding, counsel and career development services. Our Professional Development workshops have empowered an additional 6,500 creative minds to strengthen their careers and enrich their communities."

Through vision, leadership, and service, the Regional Arts & Culture Council (RACC) works to integrate arts and culture in all aspects of community life. RACC serves the Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Region, including Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington counties.RACC provides grants for artists, nonprofit organizations and schools; manages an internationally acclaimed public art program; raises money and awareness for the arts through workplace giving; convenes forums, networking events and other community gatherings; provides workshops and other forms of technical assistance for artists; and oversees a program to integrate arts and culture into the standard curriculum in public schools throughout the region through "The Right Brain Initiative.

Month long festival with 100+ different art workshops

The Willamette Valley Music Festival is an exciting annual event held on the UO campus during the ASUO Spring Street Faire. The festival is planned by student coordinators for the students of UO and the community at large. WVMF features three stages, live music and cultural workshops. We focus on sustainability to produce a zero waste event. The WVMF is dedicated to enriching the cultural experience of Oregonians by showcasing new artists and ideas. MAY 10, 2014 12:00pm - 1:00am FREE ADMISSION 12 Bands | 3 Stages | UO Campus

Wampire After forming Wampire, Rocky Tinder and Eric Phipps steadily began to make a name for themselves in the same Portland, OR, scene that has produced labelmates STRFKR as well as Unknown Mortal Orchestra. It makes sense, then, that Wampire came to Polyvinyl's attention when the duo opened for STRFKR at a hometown Portland show and that UMO's bassist Jacob Portrait produced Wampire's debut full-length, Curiosity.

Home > Local News > Riverside County > Riverside > Riverside Headlines RIVERSIDE: Art Make event takes activities to the community /COURTESY OF RIVERSIDE ART MUSEUM Riverside-area crafters work in March on a mural that depicts the La Sierra area in yarn and fabric. The mural will be on display at the La Sierra Community Center starting Tuesday, April 1, as part of the Riverside Art Make offered by the Riverside Art Museum. 1 of 2 75 0 15 A Text Size BY ALICIA ROBINSON STAFF WRITER March 31, 2014; 02:46 PM On the premise that everyone can make or enjoy art, the Riverside Art Museum is launching a series of free activities and exhibits in four Riverside neighborhoods on Tuesday, April 1. The Riverside Art Make will feature activities such as kite making, a writing workshop, a sculpture of car parts that makes music and a photo still life project in the city's Eastside, Magnolia Center, La Sierra and Orangecrest neighborhoods from April 1 to May 17.