UPSTREAM ARTS BLOG
News, reflections, announcements, and more!
Change Matters: Support Upstream Arts by rounding up at the Wedge and Linden Hills Co-ops in January
Upstream Arts is honored to be the January recipient of the Change Matters program with Twin Cities Co-Op Partners. When you shop at the Wedge Table, Wedge Co-Op, or Linden Hills Co-op during the month of January, round up your change to support Upstream Arts' arts...
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Join us for Intelligent Lives: Opening Doors to Inclusion, a film screening and panel discussion
Upstream Arts and Powderhorn Park Neighborhood Association present Intelligent Lives: Opening Doors to Inclusion a film screening and panel discussion Join us for Intelligent Lives, a film documentary featuring three young adults with intellectual disabilities- Micah,...
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Artists Around Town – December 2018
Our Teaching Artists and Staff are involved in a wide range of professional projects outside of their work with Upstream Arts. Each month, we post opportunities to see their performances, exhibitions, and other events as well as notable accomplishments.Brian Bose will...
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Gratitude & The Work Ahead – November 2018
Together we have incredible impact! Thanks to the amazing supporters who contributed on Give to the Max Day! With your support and a generous match from CommonSense [email protected], we raised $8,549, allowing us to to say YES to an additional program this spring!...
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Chow for Charity! Support Upstream Arts with Pizza on December 5
Hungry for a way to support Upstream Arts? Wednesday, December 5 from 5-9pm is Chow for Charity at Red Savoy Pizza! Mention Upstream Arts when you order and they will donate 20% of the sales, including delivery and take-out! Valid only at the Uptown location: 2329...
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Reflections on Disability History and The Art of Voice and Choice
As we step into The Year of Voice and Choice, Artistic Director Matt Guidry reflects on Upstream Arts' newest programming and training, The Art of Voice and Choice. Ranging from policy to personal, he unpacks some of the work that lies ahead: First, a little history....
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Artists Around Town – November 2018
Our Teaching Artists and Staff are involved in a wide range of professional projects outside of their work with Upstream Arts. Each month, we post opportunities to see their performances, exhibitions, and other events as well as notable accomplishments. Theresa Madaus...
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Gratitude & The Work Ahead – October 2018
A huge thank you to all of the amazing supporters who have invested in Upstream Arts since our last update. These dedicated members of our community have made it possible for individuals to access high-quality arts learning through 33 residences with Upstream Arts...
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Amplify and Activate: The Social Media Ambassador Toolkit
You can amplify Upstream Arts' message! Use this toolkit to activate fellow supporters and spread the word. You are part of making a more creative, inclusive world. We're honored by the incredible support of our community! You know how impactful the arts can be in...
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Join us for Upstream Arts Classes in Charlotte, NC!
Upstream Arts and the Levine Jewish Community Center Cultural Arts Department present The Art of Social Skills for 3 Age Groups and The Art of Access for Families, Caregivers, and Professionals Upstream Arts and the Levine Jewish Community Center are pleased to offer...
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Artists Around Town – October 2018
Our Teaching Artists and Staff are involved in a wide range of professional projects outside of their work with Upstream Arts. Each month, we post opportunities to see their performances, exhibitions, and other events as well as notable accomplishments. Brian...
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Gratitude & The Work Ahead – September 2018
A huge thank you to all of the amazing supporters who have invested in Upstream Arts since our last update, listed below. Special thanks to our friends at Thrivent Community - West End and everyone who came out to celebrate and raise funds at Art at the Heart. We're...
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The Art of Engagement – A peek into Fall Training with Upstream Arts Teaching Artists
Over the last two weeks, Upstream Arts gathered our roster of 30 Teaching Artists for four days of intensive trainings, curriculum development, and workshops. Teaching artists are the wheels of Upstream Arts- on the ground, moving us forward, connecting and building...
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Make Change with Your Change
Join us in Rounding Up for a more inclusive world. Upstream Arts is now partnering with RoundUp App, a program that allows you to automatically donate the change from your credit or debit card transactions. It's an easy way to give a little bit every time you buy...
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Artists Around Town – September 2018
Our Teaching Artists and Staff are involved in a wide range of professional projects outside of their work with Upstream Arts. Each month, we post opportunities to see their performances, exhibitions, and other events as well as notable accomplishments. Pedro...
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Join us for a workshop series exploring Inclusivity through Creativity!
MPS Special Education Department & Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC), in partnership with Upstream Arts, present A hands-on workshop series exploring Inclusivity through Creativity! In support of district priorities of Social Emotional Learning, Equity,...
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Reflections from The Art of Me with Valley Friendship Club
Upstream Arts was thrilled to once again partner with Valley Friendship Club for an Art of Me performance this summer. It was a joy to see the performers shine onstage and to witness the enthusiasm of the audience, sharing in the infectious energy and affirming each...
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Gratitude & The Work Ahead – August 2018
Incredible thanks to all the wonderful supporters who have invested in Upstream Arts since our last update. The impact of your contribution continues to reverberate. Recently one of our Teaching Artists in The Art of Working told us this story: "One of our...
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