Why This Matters: An ASC Cultural Vision Grant supports The Roll Up CLT, which explores economic improvement through people, community arts and creative strategies in Charlotte’s Camp Greene community. By Bernie Petit Communications Manager Taking ownership of the issues or challenges you see with the tools you have is at the heart of The Roll …

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Why This Matters: Building an art collection doesn’t have to be expensive or intimidating. It can also be a great way to help support local artists. By Bernie Petit Communications Manager Buying art shouldn’t be an intimidating experience. It doesn’t have to break the bank either. So says emerging art collector Keith Cradle and Sonya …

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Why This Matters: National Arts & Humanities Month is a collective recognition of the importance of culture in America. By Lillian Parker Communications Manager   Is it possible October is the best month of the year? In addition to fall-time fun and Halloween spookiness, October is National Arts & Humanities Month, the largest annual celebration …

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Why This Matters: Jazz education in Charlotte-Mecklenburg is thriving thanks to talented musicians and groups that are teaching and fostering a love of the American art form in the next generation. By Bernie Petit Communications Manager Legendary jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald’s ‘A-Tisket, A-Tasket’ became a standard in the home of Charlotte parents Matt and Gwen …

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