A mini-symposium for a regional arts organization will be held here this fall.
The symposium, hosted by the southwestern Ontario chapter of Supporting Performing Arts in Rural and Remote Communities (SPARC), will be held at the Harriston-Minto Community Centre on Oct. 20.
The one-day event will bring together anyone interested in arts and culture; making, supporting or enjoying art in rural settings; and wanting to meet like-minded people.
“This event will provide you with the opportunity to invest in your organization through audience development and engagement, marketing and promotions, as well as effective grant writing,” organizers state.
Presenters will include representatives of the Stirling Festival Theatre, Ontario Trillium Foundation, area arts management and public relations specialists, and the municipalities of Minto, Centre Wellington and South Huron.
Participants involved in arts organizations are encouraged to bring brochures and information to swap with other groups and make connections.
The cost to register for the mini-symposium is $25. The deadline to register is Oct. 9. For registration or other information contact Gordon Duff at gord@town.minto.on.ca or 519-338-2511 ext. 235.
For information on SPARC Southwestern email sparcsw@gmail.com.
