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FIRST FRIDAYS ARTS WALK MAP INCLUDED

Strong Start To New Year For Ncw Arts

The North Central Washington Arts Alliance is starting strong in 2023, with big plans for the year ahead. Up first, is the addition of our newest board member and treasurer, Sherri Schneider. Schneider has been a pioneer in the local food movement here in the Valley who also brings expertise in strategic non-profit fund development. She is also currently the Executive Director of the Columbia Valley Housing Association. We are excited to welcome her vision and enthusiasm for holistic support of the communities in our region.

2023 is shaping up to be a year of increased collaboration and partnerships with a variety of regional entities. We received generous funding from Chelan County to boost efforts in expanding the Arts Walk as part of the First Friday experience in Wenatchee and will continue to work with Visit Chelan County and the Wenatchee Downtown Association on this effort. As ever, our focus is regional, and our work won’t stop there!

Megan Kappler Executive Director

To streamline the process of linking artists, performers, musicians and other creatives with opportunities to showcase their work while supporting our local economies, we are in the process of developing an Artist Registry which will be housed on a new-and-improved website. Stay tuned in the coming months for registration and membership details. In the meantime, visit ncwARTS.org for funding, advocacy, classes, and other amazing opportunities.