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Free Bookkeeping Workshop for Artists
January 14, 2025 - 4:00 PMJoin our workshop, Record Keeping Essentials & Bookkeeping Software for Independent Artists, on January 14. Presented by tax professional Leo Rocha. Explore record-keeping and software. Offered via Zoom and in person at Watsonville Center for the Arts.Call for Art: Hearts for the Arts Silent Auction
January 19, 2025 - 12:00 AMCall for artwork donations for the 15th annual silent auction to benefit arts education. Silent auction hosted by ARTISANS & Agency. This year's theme is "For the Love Of…." Are you ready to share what you love?Yesenia Molina on Cultivating Creativity, Equity, and Justice in the Arts
Listen to Yesenia Molina, Watsonville Arts Program Manager, on On The Cutting Edge (KSQD.ORG) as she shares her vision for fostering creativity, supporting artists, and promoting justice and equity in the arts across Watsonville and beyond.- 0
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Explore Our Grants
We invest more than $200,000 directly in artists and arts organizations each year. Find the right opportunity for you below.
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I have felt an immense amount of support through the Arts Council and am incredibly thankful to get to work with you all on a variety of projects.
For Artists
Our support for artists goes beyond grants. Browse below to find additional opportunities across the county.
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Open Studios is all about building lasting connections. Not only to new and old collectors, to friends and to fellow artists, but also to robust local support and information
For Arts Educators
Bring your talents and energy to turn classrooms into creative educational spaces for over 18,000 students every year.
As a long time teacher I have continually had the pleasure of witnessing the JOY, self-esteem, and community bonding that arts education inspires.
For Art Lovers
There are many ways for you to connect with and support the Santa Cruz County arts community.
Donate
Your generosity supports programs and grants that fuel arts and culture from the mountains to the sea.
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The arts make our county so special. From incredible artists to world-class music, dance and film programs, we have access to experiences that are usually found in larger cities.