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As a regional arts council serving six counties in central New York, our work is at times very broad and strategic (for example, our collaborative marketing program and cultural planning). At other times, it is very personal and specific (for example, Dasher's Magical Gift, the Michael Harms Theater Festival, and the upcoming On My Own Time).
One program, however, manages to be both very broad AND very specific. Since 1997, CNY Arts has been designated by the New York State Council on the Arts to serve as a Decentralization site. Every year, we administer Community Arts Grants, Arts Education Grants, and Individual Artist Commissions to dozens of arts projects across the region.
This is where the rubber meets the road for us. Through a competitive grant process with local decision-makers, we are able to provide funding for community theater, outdoor movie screenings, and public arts projects. We help local artists to pursue their passion projects, and teaching artists to bring their talents to schools. We support concert series, reading programs, and summer festivals. These programs fund art where you live, in cities, towns, and villages all across Central New York.
It's through this grant program that we really meet all of the fantastic work done by the artists in our region. And that's what makes this year so special. In 2016, thanks to Governor Cuomo, the New York State Legislature, and NYSCA, this program will benefit from a 20% increase in funding. This increase will make it that much easier for the talented and dedicated artists and arts organizations to continue their great work.
Stephen Butler
Executive Director
CNY Arts
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 CNY Arts Satellite Office Hours |
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CNY Arts maintains two office sharing arrangements in the cities of Utica (Oneida County) and Oswego (Oswego County) to enable our staff to meet on a regular basis with community members and to provide technical assistance in marketing and grant support to artists and arts, cultural and heritage organizations.
The offices are located at Utica City Hall on the 3rd Floor and the Oswego County Office Building Law Library on the 4th Floor.
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CNY Arts
421 Montgomery Street
Syracuse, NY 13202
315-435-2155
CNY Arts is supported by public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, a State Agency,
with support from the
the IDEAS Collaborative
and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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| GoToCNYArts.org Regional Advertising Campaign |
 GotoCNYArts.org's fall regional advertising campaign is kicking off. New billboards have gone up in Oneida, Herkmier, Cortland, and Madison Counties, joining the billboards we have up in Cayuga, Onondaga, and Oswego, promoting your events through our website. Let us know if you see any billboards out in the wild!
Now is the time to get your fall and winter events on gotoCNYArts.org so you can reach a broad regional audience through our print, radio, and web advertising. Login to submit your events today! There are promotional opportunities to further extend your reach through through our campaign. For more information, please contact mdebellas@cnyarts.org. |
| Arts Grants Information |
Applications Available 
CNY Arts has launched Decentralization (DEC) Grant guidelines and applications for the 2016 cycle which can be found at
Grants are available for eligible artists and nonprofits based in Cortland, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, and Oswego counties.
Available Programs:
Purpose: To support the creation of new work with exceptional community involvement in the creative process
Who May Apply: Individual Artists ONLY
Application Deadline: October 20, 2015, 4:00 PM
Purpose: To provide support for accessible arts and cultural projects that enhanc
e the cultural climate in our neighborhoods and communities
Who May Apply: Nonprofit organizations and individuals either partnering with or fiscally sponsored by an eligible nonprofit organization
Application Deadline: October 20, 2015, 4:00 PM
Purpose: To support the role arts and culture plays in engaging K-12, public school students in rich artistic learning experiences
Who May Apply: Nonprofit organizations and individuals either partnering with an eligible school or fiscally sponsored by an eligible nonprofit organization
Application Deadline: November 7, 2015, 4:00 PM
Call for Panelists
CNY Arts is seeking a diverse group of professionals with a range of expertise from all across the 6 county region to fulfill the Decentralization advisory panelist role. If you, or someone you know would be interested in participating, please complete the nomination form here!
Letter of Intent Deadline: September 15
The Intent to Apply letter deadline has been extended to September 15. For those that have attended a grants seminar in 2014 for the 2015 cycle, this is a way to bypass the Seminar Attendance Requirement. Applicants that do not submit a Letter of Intent by September 15 are required to attend a seminar or schedule a consultation. Applicants that attend a seminar are not required to submit a Letter of Intent.
Informational Seminars
New to the grants process? Not sure if you or your organization is eligible? Find a seminar near you to attend. Seminars are free and open to the public. Seminar attendance is required of all applicants. RSVP here. If you cannot attend, schedule a consultation with the Grants Coordinator, Liz Lane.
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| On My Own Time on view at the Everson starting October 3 |
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"An Ode to Andre Kohn: Dancing in the Rain"
oil on canvas
Deirdre Reidy,
Liverpool Art Center
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CNY Arts' 42nd annual On My Own Time exhibit opens Saturday, October 3rd and runs through Sunday, November 8th, 2015 at the Everson Museum of Art.
On My Own Time, in partnership with the Everson, highlights original works of art created by local employees in a variety of professions who are also amateur artists. Each participating company held its own on-site art exhibit this past spring. This year, 171 artists submitted 370 pieces in a wide range mediums. Volunteers who work professionally in different arts fields selected 60 pieces to be included in this grand finale exhibit.
This public partnership of business and arts is a celebration of the contributions of arts and creativity to the livability, growth, and economic success of the Central New York community. On My Own Time connects Central New York businesses in a collaboration that promotes the benefits of the creative process across community sectors.
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| Tickets for Dasher's Magical Gift on Sale September 17 |
 Dasher is back! The family show for Dasher's Magical Gift, a ballet for children will be performed on Saturday, December 12th at 11 a.m. at the Crouse Hinds Theater in the John H. Mulroy Civic Center in Syracuse.
Tickets go on sale Thursday, September 17 and range in price from $10 to $19 (with a $1 per-ticket discount for groups of four or more). To purchase tickets, visit the CNY Arts office on the 11th floor of the Civic Center at 421 Montgomery Street, Monday through Friday, 10am to 4pm, or call 315-435-2154. To purchase tickets online visit Dasher's page on cnyarts.org. Tickets will go on sale through the Syracuse Opera Box office at a later date.
For more information about Dasher's Magical Gift, call 315-435-2155.
Teachers! School Show Early Bird Registration ends October 1 Dasher's school shows are set for December 9, 10, and 11 and seats are going fast! Dasher's Magical Gift is an affordable and fun way for your pre-K to 4th grade class to learn about dance, classical music, and the theatrical experience. The early bird deadline for school registration is October 1st. Register your class now to save! |
| Arts Community News |
 Syracuse Chorale announces the appointment of Dr. Peppie Calvar as its new artistic director. Calvar teaches music and performance at Syracuse University's Setnor School of Music. He also directs the Hendricks Chapel Choir. Under Calvar's direction, the Chorale will continue to perform three major concerts. Weekly rehearsals are 7 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays.
 Congratulations to Jon Wilson, CNY Arts' former Administration and Community Projects Manager, who has been named the General Manager of Syracuse Stage! Jon is a veteran arts administrator and a mainstay of the Syracuse theater community. Best of luck to him and to Syracuse Stage on their upcoming season.
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CNY Arts Newsletter Submissions
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CNY Arts encourages all readers to share arts news and opportunities of regional relevance with us at communications@cnyarts.org. Newsletters are typically published the first week of each month. We are always on the look out for job opportunities in the arts, calls for entry, requests for proposals, grant opportunities, volunteer opportunities, newcomers to (and passings from) our community.
We also only share RFP's and Calls for Entry where artists have an opportunity to earn income, through stipends, salaries, or sales.
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Opportunities and Resources for Artists and Organizations
(email communications@cnyarts.org to submit)
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b.j. spoke galley
Call for Entries
Deadline: November 28
All artists living in the United States are eligible; all fine arts media are acceptable.
We attempt to include several pieces from each winning artist, where size permits. The award for winning is participation in a gallery show in March of 2016
For more information or to submit, visit
Chenango Arts Council
Request for Proposals
Mariea Brown and Raymond Loft Galleries
Deadline: January 6th, 2016
No submission fee.
Uptown Fridays
Call for Artists/Crafters Weekly open market event on Main Street in historic Mexico, NY from 3-7pm every Friday until October. Arts and Crafters are invited to set up in front of participating shops for free. If interested please send an email to blackcreekcafe@gmail.com or you may call 315-806-1516 for more information.
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Resources
Giffordslist.org- A resource sharing website, administered by the Rosamond Gifford Foundation, for Central New York nonprofits and businesses.
Oswego Arts Collaborative - a local service and advocacy organization whose mission is to be a catalyst for the economic development and sustainability of visual and performing arts, is compiling a list of artists and arts organizations interested in strengthening the cultural life of Oswego County. All artists, groups and residents interested in receiving regular information about the Collaborative and its initiatives or in taking part in the mission of the Collaborative are asked to email artsinoswego@gmail.com.
The Salt District of the Near West Side
Jobs/Volunteers/Grants
Syracuse First can always use volunteers. Call for more information (315.396.6418)
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For a comprehensive listing of artist workshops and classes in your area,
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