Free Spring Artist Entrepreneurial Workshops

This spring, the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts will continue its fourth series of free workshops for professional New Hampshire artists who are seeking to enhance their business skills, promote their work, and network with other artists. All sessions will be held in the council’s conference room at 2 1/2 Beacon Street, second floor, in Concord. In lieu of a registration fee, registrants are asked to contribute canned foods or pasta for the local food bank.

Space is limited, so register as soon as possible by calling 271-2789 or e-mailing Judy Rigmont, Creative Communities coordinator, at judy.l.rigmont@dcr.nh.gov .

June 16, 2009. 10 a.m. - noon
Art, Aging and Healing: Working in Health Care and Nursing Home Facilities
THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL The arts have the power to transform and heal. Learn about innovative arts programs from health care providers and professional artists who are offering these programs for patients, people who are aging, caregivers, and staff. Two short films documenting this engaging and powerful work will also be shown. Artists of all disciplines are encouraged to attend this session. Workshop Presenters: Alice Kinsler, M.A., A.T.R, manager of Therapeutic Arts and Activity Services at Concord Hospital; Lucie Crichton, D.Min., chaplain, Havenwood-Heritage Heights Retirement Center; Sarah Haskell, weaver; Beverly Rush, Musician/Certified Music Practitioner.

Last updated: May 28, 2009