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ArtCares Jr.

February 17, 2012
5:00 pmto9:00 pm

Most young people enjoy creative activities: writing, drawing and designing are ways to express who they are, how they feel, and their relationship to the world around them. Creative activities provide opportunities to examine real-life issues and problems – including HIV and AIDS and the stigma attached to it. Art is often a major way children communicate.

ArtCares Jr. is an opportunity for young artists between the ages of 3 and 14 to show off their talents and skills while offering their support for those infected, affected and at-risk for HIV/AIDS. ArtCares Jr. is being presented in conjunction with the AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland’s signature fundraiser – ArtCares.

Young artists are given a blank canvas to use as they choose. Any kind of art is accepted – paintings, watercolor, pen and ink, pastel or any other medium they chose to work in. Their art will be displayed at the 78th Street Studios popular ‘Third Friday’ on Friday, February 17 at a special reception from 5-9pm. Works will be auctioned off in a silent auction to help raise funds for the AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland.

For more information about this event, contact Rebecca Murray-Strong at 216-621-0766, extension 232 or rstrong@atfgc.org.

 

ArtCares Jr. is presented with the generous support of:

Last edited: February 16th, 2012

ArtCares 2012

April 28, 2012
6:30 pmto11:30 pm

 

To purchase tickets, please click HERE.

Since 2003, ArtCares has grown to be the signature event benefiting the AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland. In 2011 we were able to have a record-breaking year with over 600 attendees and $85,000 raised!

ArtCares 2012 will be no different. We look forward to another fantastic year! The 10th Anniversary of the event will take place at MOCA Cleveland, on Saturday, April 28, 2012.  The VIP reception will begin at 6:30pm, and the party and auction will begin at 8pm.

The event will feature silent and live auctions of art and other items, live entertainment, and great food and drink. All proceeds raised go directly to supporting our mission to provide a compassionate and collaborative response to the needs of people infected, affected and at risk of HIV/AIDS.

Our Honorary Chair, Howard Lake, is returning once again along with event co-chairs Jon Benedict and Noelle Celeste. They are joined this year by two more co-chairs, Carrie Carpenter and John Corlett. We will be honoring Jill Snyder, Executive Director of MOCA Cleveland, as our 2012 ArtCares Icon for her commitment to the art and HIV/AIDS communities.

ArtCares 2012 is presented by:

 

 

 

 

and Toby Devan Lewis (who has been with us from the beginning).

 

Event sponsors are:

         

 

Adcom, MOCA Cleveland, Cleveland Institute of Art, MetroHealth and Mills, Potoczak & Co., US Bank, Ron Bailey & Bill Edwards, 78th Street Studios, Utrecht Art Supplies, Huntington Bank, and First Federal of Lakewood.

To purchase tickets, please click HERE.

For more information about the event, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact John Farina at 216-357-2221, or jfarina@atfgc.org

Last edited: February 13th, 2012

House Bill 182 passed through Ohio House Health and Aging Committee, moving toward full Ohio House of Representatives

House Health and Aging Committee voted unanimously (21-0) to approve House Bill 182

by Judith Pindell, Director of Public Policy & Advocacy

Columbus –On Wednesday February 8, 2012, the House Health and Aging Committee voted unanimously (21-0) to approve House Bill 182, a bill that would legalize syringe exchange programs in Ohio.  Syringe exchange programs are proven to be an effective prevention method for the reduction of HIV and Hepatitis C transmission. Currently in Ohio, a syringe exchange program can only operate when a city’s Health Commissioner declares a public emergency, and must have the cooperation of that city’s Mayor and Chief of Police. The only two such programs in Ohio now are operating in Cleveland and Portsmouth.

H.B. 182, sponsored by State Representatives Nickie Antonio (D-Lakewood) and Mike Foley (D-Cleveland), would explicitly allow syringe exchange programs to exist in cities that obtain approval from their city Board of Health. H.B.182 was introduced in March 2011, and shortly after its introduction in the Ohio House of Representatives, a sub-committee was created within the House Health and Aging Committee to hold hearings and report back to the full Committee. Read the rest of this page »

Last edited: February 13th, 2012

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day- 2.07.12

February 7, 2012 marks the 12th year for National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a national HIV testing and treatment community mobilization initiative targeted at Blacks in the United States and the Diaspora. There are four specific focal points: education, testing, involvement, and treatment.

To find out more, please click HERE.

Last edited: February 7th, 2012

Come Celebrate Mardi Gras 3 with the North Coast Men’s Chorus!

February 11, 2012
6:30 pmto10:30 pm

The North Coast Men’s Chorus is pleased to announce their 3rd Annual Mardi Gras Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012 at Windows on the River from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The event will benefit the North Coast Men’s Chorus, and the youth outreach programs of The AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland and P-Flag, Cleveland.

Come for this night of music, merriment and masquerade that has become the signature event of the year!  The event includes a performance by the North Coast Men’s Chorus, directed by Artistic Director Richard Cole, superb Bourbon Street cuisine, a live and silent auction and a French Quarter Wall with a top prize of $500.  A king and queen will also be crowned for the best costumes, plus, you can expect all the other traditions of Mardi Gras including throwing beads, king cake and tossing coins!  Adding to the revelry of the evening is Q104’s one and only Kory, who will be serving as the emcee!

The North Coast Men’s Chorus has proudly performed for 24 years throughout Northeast Ohio and beyond.  Through our musical programs and community involvement, we have seen many lives changed for the better.

Kick up that February thermometer a couple notches with some hot Louisiana-style fun!  Get to Cleveland’s Windows on the River on Saturday February 11th for Mardi Gras 3!  Admission is only $50 per person.  Sponsorship opportunities for tables of 10 are also available.

For reservations or more information, visit us online at www.ncmchorus.org, or call 216-556-0590. 

The North Coast Men’s Chorus is generously supported by the public through grants from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture and the Ohio Arts Council.

 

About the North Coast Men’s Chorus

The North Coast Men’s Chorus is a community-based musical organization which affirms the gay experience by presenting quality performances for diverse audiences, providing a supportive environment for its members, and promoting a positive presence in the gay community and beyond. For more information about the Chorus call 216-556-0590 or visit our website at www.ncmchorus.org

Last edited: January 24th, 2012

Announcing ArtCares Jr.: A special exhibition and auction featuring the work of young artists

February 17, 2012
5:00 pmto9:00 pm


ANNUAL ART AUCTION and BENEFIT

Announcing ArtCares Jr.

A special exhibition and auction featuring the work of young artists.

Most young people enjoy creative activities: writing, drawing and designing are ways to express who they are, how they feel, and their relationship to the world around them. Creative activities provide opportunities to examine real-life issues and problems – including HIV and AIDS and the stigma attached to it. Art is often a major way children communicate.

ArtCares Jr. is an opportunity for young artists between the ages of 3 and 14 to show off their talents and skills while offering their support for those infected, affected and at-risk for HIV/AIDS. ArtCares Jr. is being presented in conjunction with the AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland’s signature fundraiser – ArtCares.

Young artists are given a blank canvas to use as they choose. Any kind of art is accepted – paintings, watercolor, pen and ink, pastel or any other medium they chose to work in. Their art will be displayed at the 78th Street Studios popular ‘Third Friday’ on Friday, February 17 at a special reception from 5-9pm. Works will be auctioned off in a silent auction to help raise funds for the AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland.

For more information, contact Rebecca Murray-Strong at 216-621-0766, extension 232 or rstrong@atfgc.org.

 

ArtCares Jr. is presented with the generous support of:

 

Last edited: January 12th, 2012