to continue to make Mason a great place to live,” says Council member Tony Bradburn.
THE ARTS ALLIANCE ARTS ALLIANCE WELCOMES 2020 CREATIVITY
If you’re looking for your next creative outlet, look no further. The Arts Alliance will feature and host many opportunities for the community to continue to engage in the arts in 2020. Be sure to visit their website and Facebook page for continued updates. For monthly features, signup for their newsletter.
Jeff Forbes (left) swearing in Councilmember Joshua Styrcula.
COUNCIL MEMBER JOSHUA STYRCULA was elected to Council in November to his first term in public office. Josh is a Partner Advisor at AdvicePeriod. He focuses on improving clients’ lives by providing strategic, innovative, and holistic advice. For over a decade, Josh has combined technology and sincere passion to deliver an unmatched client experience. Josh served in the Ohio Army National guard for nine years. He was deployed overseas twice and provided relief during Hurricane Katrina. While serving, he graduated from Wright State University where he majored in financial services. He is a Certified Financial Planner and a Certified Investment Management Analyst. In 2012 Josh co-founded Young Professionals at Austin Landing, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing young professionals. He was recognized as one of Dayton’s Top 40 under 40 in 2013. Josh was a volunteer recreational basketball coach for three years from 2011 to 2013. He continues to volunteer his time as an Upward basketball coach for his youngest two sons. He also started a program at his oldest son’s middle school to help dads get more involved with their kids. Recently, Josh has been involved in Mason Early Childhood Center’s Hero Dad program. Josh is married to Holly and they have three sons: Devon, age 21; Camden, age 8; and Brycen, age 6. Josh enjoys spending time with his family in various activities. They enjoy almost anything outdoors— hiking, running, and on the rare occasion playing golf. “I appreciate the support of the Mason community. I look forward to working cohesively with my fellow Council members to build upon the foundation of success in creating a culture of wellness in the community,” says Council member Josh Styrcula.
ART BAR These monthly art making classes are a blast! Art making and friend making galore…and best of all, no artistic experience necessary. They’ll teach you and you expand your horizons with new and exciting projects! • February 12 String heARTS String Art • March 11 Felted Mushrooms • April 7 Gelli Plate Monoprints • May 5 Alcohol Ink Flowers DEERFIELD HANDMADE MARKETS! The Arts Alliance is thrilled to present three markets to the community this year! These beautiful community art events showcase over 75 artists, creatives, and makers. Free to the community. Deerfield Handmade Market SUMMER – June 13 at Sonder Market Deerfield Handmade Market FALL – September 20 at Cottell Park Deerfield Handmade Market WINTER – TBA SUMMER ART CAMPS A banner summer of art making is planned for 2020 Summer Art Camps! Look for more steAm in stem with a wonderful combination of science, technology, engineering, ART, and math in these explorative camps! Camps are held at Cottell Park and Kings Mills Elementary for children entering the 2021 school year K–8th grades. Camps are $110 per camper and all materials are provided. Camps are held weekly from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Here’s their Lineup! • June 8–12 Glass Exploration Camp • June 15–19 Funky Fiber Arts Camp • June 22–26 Sewing Camp • June 22–26 Fairy Camp • June 22–26 Paint and Play Camp • July 6–10 Artists Trading Cards Camp • July 13–17 Chemistry and Color Camp • July 20–24 Songwriting and Performance Camp • July 27–July 31 Drawing and Watercolor Camp On the horizon...Summer Performing Arts Series! Wait until you see what they have in store for you at Cottell Park on those hot summer nights! And be sure to check out their upcoming weekend workshops! Learn more about The Arts Alliance, volunteering, and programming opportunities by visiting www.the-arts-alliance.org. About The Arts Alliance The Arts Alliance is an innovative cultural arts organization dedicated to enriching the community with quality arts programming. Founded in 2006, The Arts Alliance serves the greater Southwest Ohio region, featuring such programs as the Deerfield Handmade Market, Performing Arts Series, Summer Arts Camps, the ART BAR, and workshops. For more information about The Arts Alliance, please visit www.the-arts-alliance.org
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