News & Opportunities
Stay updated with the latest information and resources related to arts and culture.
The Art of Collaboration
Announcing two upcoming collaborations with local organizations that are in the works for this summer!
Calling All Chefs!
The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut and Todd Alfa Romero of Danbury is holding an inaugural The Art of Plating event on Friday evening, July 29th, 2022, highlighting the culinary arts and showcasing local chefs and eateries at Todd Alfa Romeo of Danbury. We’re looking for culinary experts to share their most delicious dish and elevate the culinary experience for our guests.
New Articles on ConnecticutHistory.org
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Make Music Day Connecticut!
This year’s summer solstice calls for music, and everyone is invited! Make Music Day on June 21st is a worldwide celebration that’s all about inclusivity and having fun!
Supporting Arts Grant – Connecticut
The Supporting Arts grant program provides general operating support to help Connecticut’s arts organizations and municipal arts departments cover programmatic costs associated with their mission-related work. Deadline for applications is August 1st.
Come As You Are Exhibit Reveal and Opening Reception
UNVEILING AND OPENING EVENT – July 8th on Zoom. No two bodies are exactly the same. We come in all shapes, sizes, and colors with different abilities. All are valid and worthy of acceptance and respect. Artists explore the diversity of all body types, ages and genders, inclusive of all skin colors, perfections, and imperfections. Meet with artists and join this cultural conversation as the exhibition strives to challenge viewers to redefine our way of seeing the human form and to contemplate how our bodies differ.
A Paid Opportunity for Teachers
Created by and for teachers, Teach It is a digital collection of inquiry-based activities to teach Connecticut history, civics, and geography.
Your Thoughts and Feedback Matter to the Connecticut Office of the Arts!
Share your input to affect Arts funding and programs statewide! The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) seeks input from artists, arts entrepreneurs, creatives, arts workers in all sectors (for profit/nonprofit) and from all who want to share their opinion and feedback to ensure that the arts and the artistic community in the state thrives.
Danbury Fair Mural Call for RFQ + RFP
The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut (The Alliance) and Danbury Fair Mall request artists or artist teams to submit qualifications for the design and installation of a wall mural artwork at 7 Backus Ave., Danbury, CT.
RENEWAL Sculpture Exhibit at Aquila’s Nest Vineyards
SCULPTURE EXHIBIT & ARTIST RECEPTION. Featuring works by Eric Camiel, John Casey, Stephanie Dee, Jurg Lanzrein, Brian McCarley, Mathew Weber
Brilliant Boba
Brilliant Boba is a unique resource for educators to center Asian American voices in their classrooms through art and narrative. Brilliant Boba gives students and educators new ways to reflect on how to build community and empathy through experiencing others’ perspectives.
Member Spotlight for June!
Our members at the Cultural Alliance make us who we are. They create a vibrant community of artists and culturally minded people. This is the best of Western Connecticut, and we’re honored to have them as our allies who inspire and enhance their communities. Follow this blog monthly as we shine a spotlight on some of these members and learn more about who they are and what they offer.