Art Starts

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Welcome to the April 27, 2021 edition of Art Starts

NH Poetry Out Loud State Finals
Poetry Out Loud is a national poetry recitation program that encourages the nation's high school students to learn great poetry. In lieu of a live performance at the State House, we have created a virtual stage for the New Hampshire State Finals competition to showcase the talent and dedication of these students.

Upcoming NHSCA Grant Deadlines:
May 3, 2021- Artist Emergency Grants
May 7, 2021- Artist Entrepreneurial Grants
May 7, 2021- Youth Arts Project Grants
May 7, 2021 (letter of intent due)- Conservation License Plate Grants
May 14, 2021- Public Value Partnerships
May 14, 2021- Arts in Health Project Grants

Creative Campfires: Next Conversation is Friday, April 30
Join New Hampshire artists in conversation with NH Artist Laureate Amanda Whitworth about how the pandemic has affected their artistic practices and livelihoods. April 30 and May 28 at 11:00 AM via Zoom; registration is required. Previous Campfires from February 26 and March 26 are available here.

Newly revised: Americans for the Arts COVID-19 Impact Survey for Organizations
New: Americans for the Arts and Artist Relief COVID-19 Impact Survey for Artists
 

New Hampshire State Council on the Arts COVID-19 Information and Resources