Calandra Childers @Calandra_Lin
Arts and culture, poverty alleviation, racial justice. All politics are local. Sometimes I travel. Seattle Joined April 2012-
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So many excellent points in this coverage of the latest “art vs tech” dust up in Seattle - great reporting by @Margo_vs in @crosscut crosscut.com/culture/2022/0…
Please join me in supporting the Rainier Valley Food Bank with our virtual 5K this June - my goal is to walk five (5) 5Ks this month! connect.clickandpledge.com/Organization/r…
SO thrilled about this keynote speaker. I'll be hosting a table - let me know if you need a seat.
Unsolicited recommendation: if you are not currently listening to @ourbodypolitic w/ @farai and #undistracted w/ @MsPackyetti you are missing some great journalism and conversations on current events. Some of the best reporting on Jan 6 and abortion in latest episodes.
Check out this important convo about racism & the media with local journalism powerhouses - you know it's going to be a great convo with these 3 at this year's Stand Against Racism @mhgreen3000 @naomiishisaka @florangela @YWCAworks eventbrite.com/e/11th-annual-…
📢 Seattle-based individual artists & curators, apply for our 2023 CityArtist grant. This cycle is open to dancers/choreographers, musicians/composers or theater-makers (including playwriters). Closes 4/20/22: seattle.gov/arts/opportuni… 📸 @itsmecherdonna's "DITCH" by Jenny Peterson
I needed this reframe.
To respect the dignity of laborers and honor those who keep society running smoothly, we partnered with @amplifierart to uplift our essential workers. Come get your FREE art and see projections all this week. Paid for by 1% for Art funds from @SEACityLight @SeattleSPU.
Our Deputy Director, @Calandra_Lin, spoke to Marcie Sillman on DoubleXposure about the ins and outs of Seattle's #PublicArt; how these artworks can help to define one's experience of a space and tell the story of a people. Tune in here: doublexposurepod.com/post/doublexpo…
Artists/cultural workers, regardless of immigration status, are eligible. Priority for those disproportionately affected by COVID: households unable to get state unemployment, no health insurance, no federal stimulus payment, COVID-related housing instability/mental health crisis
Artists/cultural workers, regardless of immigration status, are eligible. Priority for those disproportionately affected by COVID: households unable to get state unemployment, no health insurance, no federal stimulus payment, COVID-related housing instability/mental health crisis
#ARTSatKingStreetStation is open! Come and experience our reopening exhibit, "Close to Home," a collection of work from 14 BIPOC artists who explore the idea of “home.” On view through August 14. Open Thursday - Saturday, 10am to 6pm. Info ➝ seattle.gov/arts/programs/…
Tomorrow, July 22, #ARTSAtKingStreetStation reopens with the exhibit, "Close to Home". 14 BIPOC artists explore definitions of home using abstract and literal representations of their experiences of home and place. Image by missTANGQ: seattle.gov/arts/programs/…
YOU DID IT! The bill to restore voting rights to everyone exiting incarceration in WA has passed both chambers of the #WaLeg and now goes to @GovInslee's desk to sign! #FreeTheVote Help us thank the legislators who voted for this important bill: p2a.co/1xEfR7n
Calling on @WhiteHouse and any potential #ArtsHero like @POTUS, @FLOTUS, @VP, @SecondGentleman, @AmbRice46, @PeteButtigieg, @SecCardona, and @MartyJWalsh! The next #COVID19 infrastructure proposal must include creative infrastructure. Here’s why (thread): 1/
It could be you behind these posts! We have a Comms opening that includes graphic design, web + more. Closes 3/16 so don't dilly dally. You should apply, or pls share with someone you know who slays and wants to work on the best team at ARTS. 😎 #ArtsJobs governmentjobs.com/careers/seattl…
This art opportunity from @downtownseattle will fund 3-10 artists at a minimum of $1,500 each for temporary storefront window display installations in the Pike/Pine corridor. Apply by February 11: downtownseattle.org/files/parks/sh…
Brilliant story about local Indigenous ingenuity and sovereignty by @Margo_vs @8thgen Snoqualmie Tribe’s latest leap: Native blankets, made in Seattle | Crosscut crosscut.com/culture/2021/0…
Join a virtual farewell for our outgoing Director, Randy Engstrom. @ahamefulejoluo and the cast of "Susan", Sharmaine, and Cipher Goings will perform; remarks from Vivian Phillips, @QuintonIMorris @tgmestres & more. Hosted by Priya Frank & @holliswongwear: youtube.com/watch?v=F_JejM…

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