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JUNE HAPPENINGS

CONNECTING CREATIVES + COMMUNITY
Announcing RAA's 1st Executive Director
Jeff Lysyczyn
We are excited and pleased to introduce our newly appointed Executive Director for Rutherford Arts Alliance,  Jeff Lysyczyn!  

Jeff is a veteran of the music business for more than 25 years, as an artist manager, major record label employee, PR and marketing consultant, and staff songwriter. He also served as an adjunct professor at The Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business at Belmont University from 2015-2019. He is an alumnus of MTSU and long-time Murfreesboro resident. Jeff’s experience in the music industry will position him to reach many in the county who need direction in how to get involved with the arts locally. Jeff is also a visionary with a strong and professional work ethic who has many connections in the Nashville and Rutherford County music scene. He is thrilled to be joining the
leadership team of RAA
.

To learn more about our leadership team visit rutherfordartsalliance.org/our-leadership
Artist Awards Announcement
A Light Exists in Spring: An Interpretive Exhibition
Madison Pantuso, “Vedauwoo Summer” - embroidery; Taffeta Chime, "March is scarcely here" - poetry;  Carol Berning - acrylic painting; Gail Bryant, mixed media.
RAA had an inspiring Spring showcase and membership meeting @boroarts last month. Congratulations to all of our award winners!
   - 1st Place, Madison 
Pantuso
   - 2nd Place, Taffeta Chime
   - 3rd Place, Carol Berning
   -
Honorable Mention, Gail Bryant  
Our thanks to all the artist for their beautiful and heart-felt interpretations of "A Light Exists in Spring" and Center for the Arts for once again Hosting this collaborative RAA-Membership Show.  

For more upcoming RAA events visit rutherfordartsalliance.org.
 RAA Visual Arts & MTSU
Collaborative Exhibition

MTSU Department of Art and Design

 
June 8-July 23
MTSU TODD ART GALLERY
Todd Hall, Room 224 A
To be a part of this Collaborative juried exhibition and view it's full calendar please visit MTSU Summer Exhibition on MTSU's website.
RAA Featured Members
Lucy Langworthy
Past Chair for Current Board of Directors
Click on above picture for leadership updates and the Athena Logo below for more on this prestigious Rutherford County Cable Award.
Kelly Messerly
New Social Media Coordinator for RAA
A CALL FOR RAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SECRETARY POSITION FOR
2024
WOULD YOU LIKE TO TAKE PART IN CONNECTING CREATIVES WITH COMMUNITY IN RUTHERFORD COUNTY?

RAA is seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to serve as Secretary for the Rutherford Arts Alliance Board of Directors. As a vital member of our team, you will be responsible for:

-  Recording and keeping minutes of monthly meetings
-  Maintaining accurate Membership records and emails
-  Providing administrative support to the Board

To receive a full description and to apply for a submission please email rucoartstn@gmail.com, ATTEN: Secretary Position. 

Consider becoming a part of our dynamic team and help us drive the arts forward in Rutherford County!
Walnut House Mural
To Benefit Riverkeepers - The Bidding Continues!

Be sure to see the video gallery entitled, Artist Gallery Walk, by Tommy Womack and Pam Mack.  It showcases all paintings up for bid and a brief introduction by the Stones River.

Bidding is open through 5 PM Sunday, October 20, 2024, at twomartinimusic.com.

For a list of participating artists and their works, as well as complete bidding info. visit rutherfordartsalliance.org/events.

Most images credit Tommy Womack; a few are courtesy of the artists. Banner image: Volunteers in front of the mural at the Walnut House.
Look for Our Booth at Simply Smyrna!
Visit our website HERE for more information!
Find Our Booth at Juneteenth Festival!
Visit our website HERE for more information!
RAA MEMBER & PARTNER EVENTS

Theatre Interest Group
Opportunities to Connect, Perform & Support 
Center for the Arts
Latest Productions and Events

Tickets available at boroarts.org/2024season.

Center for the Arts Camps
Center Stage Academy Summer Camps

For further info. and to save your spot click HERE!

Music & Dance Interests
Opportunities to Connect, Perform & Support 

International FolkFest
June 2-9

Visit The Official International Folkfest site HERE for full details!
For years, IFS has played a large role in sending traditional Appalachian dancers and musicians to festivals all over the world.  Likewise, they have made it possible for overseas performers to bring their talents and heritage to our local communities.  

Be sure to stop by, and set  your feet tappin' as they share their gift of music and  their contagious joy of dance!
Literary Interest Group
Opportunities to Connect, Perform & Support 
MTSU Write
Community Book Discussion
For full information about this event visit Mtsu.edu/write.
Visual Arts Interest Group
Opportunities to Connect, Support & Participate

Carpe Artista Simply Smyrna
Visit carpeartista.com for information on this fabulous festival!
Center for the Arts
Visual Arts Camp
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
WANT TO GET INVOLVED?
If you would like to rub elbows with fellow creatives and become more involved in the RAA community, here are a few ways to get plugged in:

- Social Media/PR
- Organizing Volunteers and presenters for events 
- Theater Interest Group Leader

Click on the VOL graphic above and let us know!
Keep up with more of our news on the Creative Connector and on our Facebook and Instagram pages!
Member Event Submission and Resource Page
If you are a current RAA member, we would like to know about your creative event and help you get the word out!  Click the link below to learn more!
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