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Gail Cooper Residency
Nourish your creativity and experience art through all the senses with interdisciplinary artist Gail Cooper during her GROW residency July 23 through August 19. GROW is located inside the Greensboro Cultural Center at 200 N. Davie St. In her two workshop series "Art thru the Senses" and "Exploring Mindfulness thru Art," Cooper will invite participants to explore sound meditation and mindfulness practices while making visual art. Bring your own art supplies and a pair of headphones, and come ready to play! All events are free but space is limited. Register online to reserve your slot. https://loom.ly/kA7Bujc This project is supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts. To learn more about this residency, visit https://loom.ly/7xr7Rww

FF: CAP Showcase
Lights, Camera, CAP-tion: Rewinding the First Friday Fun! Thank you to all our Creative Activation Partners that were able to participate in July's First Friday Showcase🌟 In Tune, Flamenco Dance Program and Company, Rejoice Gospel Showcase , Eve Hubbard's Violin Studio, Strange Fruit, and LIA - little independent artists! For more information about becoming a Creative Activation Partner, check out this link: https://loom.ly/CQFqZEQ

Due to the weather, tonight’s performance of Africa Unplugged will be relocated to the Van Dyke Performance Space, located on the first floor of the Greensboro Cultural Center!

Hausson Byrd, a Greensboro-based poet who has performed in local, statewide and national venues, invites community members to learn and practice the art of poetry and spoken word during a residency with the Greensboro Residency for Original Works (GROW) program until July 14. Byrd will welcome guest poets, and use writing prompts, videos of poetry performances and skill-building games to help participants learn how to craft and perform poems during free “Poetry Club” workshops on Tuesdays, June 25 and July 2 from 6 to 9 pm. He will also host open studio sessions and showcases to provide an opportunity for artists of all disciplines to meet and connect. Workshop participants can share their original poetry and practice their presentation skills in a creative and supportive environment. Byrd's GROW residency events include: Monday, June 24 from 6 to 9 pm – “Study Hall II” A live poetry performance practice session featuring Josephus Thompson III’s Finding Time For Freedom Cohort. Friday, July 5 from 6-9 pm – “Friday Night Lights” A special First Friday showcase of live poetry performances. Tuesday, July 9 from 6 to 9 pm – Taco Tuesday Takeover with special guest Krystal “Da Muse” Byrd welcomes one of his favorite event hosts, Raleigh-based creative Krystal “Da Muse” to the GROW space for a special workshop. Tacos will be served at this event. Friday, July 12 from 6 to 9 pm – “Everybody at the Table Eats” A live poetry showcase featuring special guest poets Gate City’s Finest. Learn more at https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/Home/Components/News/News/19577/

JuneteenthGSO ends at Barber Park Ampitheater today at the Juneteenth Gospel Superfest: Interfaith Celebration. The celebration begins at 2pm today and is a family friendly event. Come out and enjoy this finale musical celebration. Listen to Juneteenth Executive Committee member, Nicole J. Walker, share her thoughts about the importance of adding spirituality to the Juneteenth celebrations and the significance music has within the Black cultural experience. More information about the Juneteenth Gospel Superfest: Interfaith Celebration and all of the Juneteenth GSO events can be found at www.juneteenthgso.com.

Black Food Truck Festival JuneteenthGSO
Come out today and experience the 4th Annual Juneteenth Black Food Truck Festival designed and curated by April Parker, Architect of Black Space, supported by JuneteenthGSO executive committee and featuring award winning author, Lavinia Jackson’s, SISTARS! The festival takes place at LeBauer Park at Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. today Saturday June 15th, 20204 from 5pm- 11pm. More information about The Black Food Truck Festival and all of the Juneteenth GSO events can be found at www.juneteenthgso.com.

Joseph Wilkerson, Executive Director of Uptown GSO Inc, shares his motivation for collaborating for Juneteenth GSO. He also shares what we can expect at the Uptown Juneteenth Arts and Crafts Festival on today, Friday June 14th in Sternberger Park from 11am - 4pm. Come on out and celebrate! More information about Uptown The Arts and Craft Festival and all of the Juneteenth GSO events can be found at www.juneteenthgso.com.

The Juneteenth GSO celebration kicks off this Friday starting with the Arts Legacy Awards on Friday, June 14th from 6pm -9pm in the Van Dyke performance space at the Greensboro Cultural Center. Princess Johnson, Executive Director of Royal Expressions School of Dance, shares the inspiration for creating this event and announces one of this year’s notable honorees. To learn more about the Arts Legacy Awards and all of this year’s Juneteenth activities please go to www.juneteenthgso.com.

🎵Unfortunately, due to the weather, tonight's MUSEP at Greensboro College will be cancelled. We apologize for the inconvience, but we look forward to seeing you all at our next concert on June 23rd!🎉

We dropped by the GROW space to see what photographer Alexis Armstrong has been up to while in residency through June 10. She shared her background, things most people don't know about being a photographer, and what her favorite moments have been while in residency at GROW. Check out the video and be sure to stop by her residency on First Friday, June 7 from 6-9 pm for her Closing Residency Exhibition and Reception GROW is located at 200 N. Davie Street inside the Greensboro Cultural Center. Learn more about this residency at https://loom.ly/mLmxOV8 This project is supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Gate City Horizons Bands
Join the Gate City Horizons Bands tonight for an unforgettable spring concert on the South Lawn of the Greensboro Cultural Center! 🎺 Enjoy a beautiful blend of jazz, swing, and traditional band pieces, all under the talented baton of Benjy Springs.🎷 Don't miss out on Tuesday, May 21st, 6:30 pm. 🎵

Philharmonia of Greensboro
TONIGHT! Experience the magic of Beethoven and Wagner with the Philharmonia of Greensboro! 🎶 Join us tonight, May 17 at 7:30 PM at Christ United Methodist Church (410 N. Holden Rd.). The Philharmonia of Greensboro will be performing Beethoven's Symphony No. 4 along with Wagner’s Die Walküre. Admission is free, and donations are welcome to support our City Ensemble concert series. Don’t miss this captivating night of music!

First Friday at GROW May 3
During First Friday at the Greensboro Cultural Center, photographer and GROW artist in residence Alexis Armstrong invited guests to create memorable moments at her specially designed selfie stations in the GROW space at the Greensboro Cultural Center. Sign up for a free digital photography workshops through June 10 as part of Armstrong's GROW artist residency. For more information and for the full residency event schedule visit https://loom.ly/S30JhUY

National Poetry Month
Wrapping up National Poetry Month with a creative twist! Watch our talented City of Greensboro staff put their unique spin on the classic "Roses are red, violets are blue" poem. 🌹 Each rendition is as unique as the person behind it!

Get ready for a musical cabaret as part of our Residency at the Hyers with In Tune at Mezzo Forte Cabaret, showcasing a tapestry of live music on May 2-4 at 6 pm and on May 4 at 12 pm. 📍 Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St. (Stephen D. Hyers Theatre) Join us for an unforgettable evening of soulful melodies, lively rhythms, and memorable performances. Directed by Josh Sauls, this show promises to be a cultural feast for the ears, eyes, and heart. Support local talent and experience the richness of Greensboro's arts sector. 🎟️Tickets and more info are available at intunegso.org #CreativeGreensboro #artistinresidence

GROW: Alexis Armstrong
Photographer Alexis Armstrong, owner and operator of 43 North Creative Studio, will be artist in residence through June 10 as part of the Greensboro Residency for Original Works (GROW) program. During her eight-week residency, Armstrong will offer a variety of free photography workshops and fee-based professional photo sessions. Her free workshops include: TheyShotIt, a six-part series to teach youth age 11-17 the basics of photography Mommy and Me, interactive photography workshops for moms and their children The Importance of Branding, where each participant can get a free professional headshot photo Power of Positive Talk, a workshop on using social media to amplify self-love and empowerment. Learn more at https://loom.ly/S30JhUY

First Friday Cypher
We kicked off National Poetry Month during First Friday on April 5 at the Greensboro Cultural Center. The celebration was hosted by Greensboro's first Poet Laureate, Josephus Thompson III, who was joined by an impressive lineup of over 30 poets and creatives including this group of talented emcees engaging in a lyrical cypher. They illuminated the evening with their words and creativity inside the African American Atelier, Inc.

33 Qs with Julya Mirro
GROW artist in residence, Julya M Mirro, premieres "You & Me & the Rest of Humanity," this week with four shows April 11-13 at 7:30pm and April 13 at 1pm. "You & Me & the Rest of Humanity" was developed collaboratively with actors and community participants to develop a script for four performances that conclude with a post-performance discussion about the power of perception and words. The shows will be presented inside the GROW space and audience participation is encouraged! Tickets are free, but due to limited seating, we recommend reservations, found at https://wearelia.org/theatre/ GROW is located inside the Greensboro Cultural Center at 200 N. Davie St. This project is supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts. To learn more about this residency, visit https://loom.ly/ZQKmWOA

First Friday in April
We can't wait to see all these talented poets perform this week Friday to kick off National Poetry Month during First Friday with Greensboro's Poet Laureate Josephus Thompson from 6-9pm! Immerse yourself in an evening of live poetry and music, witness the energy of a lyrical cypher, enjoy the art gallery exhibits and explore a variety of vendors including food vendors. Art Alliance of Greensboro will host a book-making class to spark creativity among attendees. Greensboro Ballet will perform a piece from “Alice in Wonderland” based on Lewis Carroll’s story. Whether you stop by the African American Atelier, Inc to witness a live cypher or you stroll through GreenHill's 50th Anniversary exhibit LEAP, there's something for everyone! This event is not just a free celebration of art and poetry but a place for community filled with the spirit of creativity! See you on Friday! Support provided by YES! Weekly and Greensboro Jaycees

GROW: Leon Coronado
We stopped by GROW last week during Julya M Mirro's artist residency and caught up with Leon Coronado who shared his experience participating in the residency's free workshops. Join Mirro for free weekly discussions and workshops designed to help community members find and share their voices, develop a script, and work collaboratively to produce theater performances during her GROW residency through April 14. To learn more about this residency, visit https://loom.ly/ZQKmWOA GROW is located inside the Greensboro Cultural Center at 200 N. Davie St. This project is supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.