Today, ASC released its second Cultural Equity Report to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community. The report assesses ASC’s progress against the cultural equity goals stated in its first report. Please read and let us know what you think: bit.ly/2ndASCEquityReport. #CultureForAll

Local YA author Cindy Clemens is one step closer to publication thanks to perseverance, a solid plan, and support from an ASC Emerging Creators Fellowship. Read more about the journey and the impact of this fellowship on their work: bit.ly/4fV4iDZ

“Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” opens this Thursday, August 22. This immersive theatrical experience, put together by Mixed Metaphors Productions and supported by an ASC Cultural Vision Grant, explores the intersection of housing justice and home. bit.ly/3YQeUOf

ASC is proud to sponsor the 2024 Charlotte Pride Festival in Uptown Charlotte this weekend! Enjoy two days of incredible performances, vendors, and don't miss "Flourish: A Celebration of LGBTQ Arts & Culture" at The Mint Museum Uptown. bit.ly/3M630bM

Congratulations to our 2024 Cultural Vision Grant recipients! Meet the twenty-eight awarded creative individuals and groups at the following link: bit.ly/4dvz5W3

Congratulations to our 2024 Creative Renewal Fellowship recipients! They are de’Angelo DIA, Sarah Hayes Harkins, Abel Jackson, Herman Nicholson and Sir Hodge. Details at the following link: bit.ly/4dvz5W3

Congratulations to our 2024 Emerging Creators Fellowship recipients! They are Cindy Clemens, Nicole Driscoll, Jennifer Geyer, Melvin D. Nix and Quisol. Details at the following link: bit.ly/4dvz5W3

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The Torrence Trib II Greenway is now open to the public! This new 1-mile section features a tunnel under I-77 and an innovative artwork by Adam Buente titled “State of Flow.” Discover how it creates a more welcoming and safe pedestrian experience: bit.ly/3LAEAqD

The weekend starts now! Visit CharlotteCultureGuide.com to see what arts and culture happenings are taking place around town.

Do you or someone you know live in the Grier Heights neighborhood? Join us virtually next Thursday, July 25 to participate in a community engagement workshop with artist Bree Stallings, who is creating public artwork for the Naomi Drenan Recreation Center. bit.ly/3VUN8gI

Looking for a new role or thinking about a career change? We recently added some exciting listings to our job opportunities page! bit.ly/3IVZfBU

Visit CharlotteCultureGuide.com for more details on these and other cultural happenings taking place this weekend!

The personal art collection of Robert Bush, past President of the Arts & Science Council, features a wide variety of artworks, including hand-crafted ceramics, found object sculptures, and works on paper. View them and register to bid at givebutter.com/c/RobertBushA….

Join us for a virtual community engagement workshop with artist Bree Stallings on Thursday, July 25. ASC commissioned Stallings to create public art for the Naomi Drenan Recreation Center. She will discuss her inspiration and its community connection. bit.ly/3VUN8gI

Get your bids ready. The personal art collection of Former ASC President Robert Bush will be auctioned online beginning next Monday, July 15 at 10 a.m. (EST). To participate, visit givebutter.com/c/RobertBushA…, click on the “Auction” tab at the top, and click “Register to Bid”.

Escape the heat and dive into arts and culture this weekend! There's a variety of programs taking place at libraries, theaters, and rec centers around the county. Details at CharlotteCultureGuide.com.

Happy 4th of July from all of us at ASC!

Five Charlotte-Mecklenburg creatives will receive $50,000 ASC Founders Grants that celebrate their artistic visions and their ongoing commitment to community. These awards are made possible by the #InfusionFund and its generous donors. ow.ly/Gl0b50Sqpbz

Add some arts and cultural experiences to your weekend! Find these and more at CharlotteCultureGuide.com.

“I believe in my art and the power it holds” says 2023 ASC Emerging Creators Fellowship recipient Lucy Phung. “[ASC's grant] changed my life and has given me a more profound sense of purpose to bring forth in my art.” bit.ly/45weMVu