The Maine Arts Commission is offering tailored workshops to suit the needs of constituents throughout the state. Community members can contact the agency to request workshops ranging from grant writing to marketing.

There are two workshops coming up around the state, the first of which is in Kennebunk, the second in Ellsworth.

River Tree Arts, Kennebunk

Between 3:00 and 5:00 pm on June 19

Join Maine Arts Commission Executive Director Julie A. Richard and Senior Grant Director Kathy Ann Shaw for a discussion of the agency's new vision and changes to its grant program. The conversation will include advice on how to apply to agency grant programs and will allow for questions from attendees. No registration is required for this event but if you are seeking more information, please contact Juliette Coldreck at Juliette@rivertreearts.org. River Tree Arts can be found at 35 Western Ave in Kennebunk.

Atlantic Art Glass, Ellsworth

Between 3:00 and 5:00 pm on June 27

Join Maine Arts Commission Senior Grant Director Kathy Ann Shaw for a conversation about the agency's grant programs. The discussion will include advice on how to apply to agency grant programs and will allow for questions from attendees. Prior Registration is required for this event. Contact Linda Perrin at perringlass@gmail.com for more information. Atlantic Art Glass can be found at 25 Pine Street in Ellsworth.

If you would like the Maine Arts Commission to visit your community contact Kathy Ann Shaw at 207/287-2750 or kathy.shaw@maine.gov. Kathy will be able to discuss potential discussion topics and will work with you to make all the essential arrangements.