Arts for Learning WNY is a lot of things to a lot of people, as it revolves around the curation of numerous art initiatives. Each year, this instrumental organization hosts a fundraiser called Taste of the Arts, which is in place to fund its inclusive programs, such as:
- ArtWorks is a paid creative arts-based job training and college readiness after-school program for high school students, ages 14-18
- A Master Teaching Artist training program
- Young Generations is an arts-centered restorative justice program for High School aged youth (14-18)
- A multitude of Workshops and Assemblies (learn more)
- Arts Partners for Learning, an initiative managed by Arts for Learning WNY, has a mission to expand access to arts education for children in WNY, improve the capacity of our cultural organizations, and provide quality creative learning programs
- An Artist Booking Program
On Thursday, April 13, art enthusiasts and supporters are encouraged to attend the 2023 Taste of the Arts (presented by M&T Bank), which will be held at The Atrium at 500 Seneca Street.
Along with food, drinks, art and community, this celebration of the arts will feature:
- Engaging art activities presented by the artist roster of Teaching Artists
- Raffle baskets and games
- Local wine and beer served up by Rusty Nickel
- Assortment of hors d’oeuvres by local food vendors
- Entertainment by DJ Lisa Lux
- A door prize
- Interactive bingo game with prizes
- Live West African dance and drum performance by the African American Cultural Center
- A donation to Arts for Learning WNY
“The event is an opportunity to bring community members together to celebrate Arts for Learning WNY’s mission to inspire, expand learning, and strengthen the community through engagement with the arts.” – Arts for Learning WNY
Taste of the Arts 2023
Thursday, April 13
5:30 PM
The Atrium at 500 Seneca Street
$50/ticket
21+ only
The event will showcase book arts, balloon art, upcycled art, and a community mural with Kristin Brandt.