BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Creative Pinellas - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Creative Pinellas X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://creativepinellas.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Creative Pinellas REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T150000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20260227T221827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T161204Z UID:10000536-1774861200-1774882800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training: freeFall Theatre DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. \nRegister below by March 20. Then\, you will receive information on the two-hour online work that needs to be completed before the in-person session. Thank you for joining us for this incredibly valuable training. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-freefall-theatre/ LOCATION:freeFall Theatre\, 6099 Central Avenue\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33710\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Meeting,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/gomezwerise-Edited-e1772223100932.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T150000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20260227T221711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T140810Z UID:10000535-1774688400-1774710000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training: FloridaRAMA DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. \nRegister below by March 19. Then\, you will receive information on the two-hour online work that needs to be completed before the in-person session. Thank you for joining us for this incredibly valuable training. \n*REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THE TRAINING AT FLORIDARAMA.*\nPlease go to the Events page and register for another workshop. Thank you! URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-floridarama/ LOCATION:FloridaRAMA\, 2606 Fairfield Ave S\, Saint Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Meeting,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/gomezwerise-Edited-e1772223100932.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T150000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20260227T221951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T175018Z UID:10000534-1774602000-1774623600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training: Dunedin Fine Art Center DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. \nRegister below by March 18. Then\, you will receive information on the two-hour online work that needs to be completed before the in-person session. Thank you for joining us for this incredibly valuable training. \n*REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THE TRAINING AT DUNEDIN FINE ART CENTER.*\nPlease go to the Events page and register for another workshop. Thank you!  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-dunedin-fine-art-center/ LOCATION:Dunedin Fine Art Center\, 1143 Michigan Blvd\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Meeting,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/gomezwerise-Edited-e1772223100932.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T150000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20260227T222246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T161343Z UID:10000527-1774429200-1774882800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training DESCRIPTION:Continuing our work to support Pinellas County artists\, Creative Pinellas is working with local arts organizations to provide Mental Health First Aid training\, an exciting opportunity for artists to become active participants in the public health of our creative community. \nThe workshops are facilitated by Love IV Lawrence\, a local foundation working to erase the stigma of mental illness and suicide\, and provided at no cost to participants thanks to Safe & Sound Hillsborough with a Love IV Lawrence grant. Each participating artist or creative will receive two hours of self-paced online content followed by five (5) hours of instructor-led training. Refreshments and lunch are included. Hospitality support provided through the generosity of Freeman Sound. \nThis training is a part of a new Creative Pinellas initiative with a key focus on the wellbeing of our local creative community. The sessions will be hosted by our arts and wellbeing partners: Lealman Exchange-March 25; Dunedin Fine Art Center-March 27; FloridaRAMA-March 28 and freeFall Theatre-March 30. (Registration links at the bottom of the page.) \nIn this one-day class\, you will learn how to identify\, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use challenges\, giving you the skills to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. \nPlease join Creative Pinellas in becoming active drivers of positive mental health for our creative community. \nHere’s what the course covers: \n• Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges \n• Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges \n• How to successfully engage with a person in crisis \n• How to connect the person with help \nRegister for one of the sessions below: \n \n \n \n \n \n Mental Health First Aid Training: Lealman Exchange\n \n Posted on February 27\, 2026 by Maggie Duffy \n Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mental Health First Aid Training: Dunedin Fine Art Center\n \n Posted on by Maggie Duffy \n Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mental Health First Aid Training: FloridaRAMA\n \n Posted on by Maggie Duffy \n Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mental Health First Aid Training: freeFall Theatre\n \n Posted on by Maggie Duffy \n Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments… Read More \n \n \n \n                    \n  \n                                                                               URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training/ LOCATION:Multiple Locations CATEGORIES:Community Meeting,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/gomezwerise-Edited-e1772223100932.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T150000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20260227T222132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142201Z UID:10000531-1774429200-1774450800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training: Lealman Exchange DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. \n*REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THE TRAINING AT LEALMAN EXCHANGE.*\nPlease go to the Events page and register for another workshop. Thank you!  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-lealman-exchange/ LOCATION:Lealman Exchange Community Center\, 5175 45th St. N.\, St. Petersburg\, Florida\, 33714 CATEGORIES:Community Meeting,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/gomezwerise-Edited-e1772223100932.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T200000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20250819T204944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T164017Z UID:10000479-1759255200-1759262400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:CANCELED: Drawing with Thread Workshop DESCRIPTION:Discover a new way to draw…with thread! Inspired by the exhibition Visible: Seen and Heard\, this hands-on workshop invites you to explore the art of stitched line work.\nEnjoy an evening of creativity\, connection\, and conversation with fellow makers while creating a one-of-a-kind piece to take home. \nAll materials will be provided\, and no prior experience is needed. Very limited to 15 spaces. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/drawing-with-thread-workshop/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Drawing-with-Thread-Workshop-Header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T193000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20250422T220922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T135817Z UID:10000467-1755108000-1755113400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mind Your Business: Social Media for Artists: Strategies for Growth & Engagement DESCRIPTION:With Guest Speaker Ketsy Ruiz \nRe-envision your relationship with social media to better promote your work and connect with a wider audience. Join Visual Artist\, Muralist\, and Creative Pinellas Marketing Associate Ketsy Ruiz to learn the essentials of winning at social media. Learn practical knowledge and strategies from a digital marketing expert to build an online presence that amplifies your art and attracts the right audience. \n \n \n \n \n \n Ketsy Ruiz (Sketzii)\n \n Posted on November 15\, 2021 by Sketzii \n I convey the many facets of Puerto Rican ethnic identity and Latin culture in my work. I take photographs while traveling\, research\, learn\, and connect with the people of these diasporas and communities to inspire a reference or a new body of work. My mission is to tell our stories and for this reason my… Read More \n \n \n \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mind-your-business-social-media-for-artists-strategies-for-growth-engagement/ CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Social-Media.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T200000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20250422T193021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152849Z UID:10000466-1752688800-1752696000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mind Your Business: Artists Excelling at Grant Applications DESCRIPTION:With Guest Speak Todd Wellman \nWriting about your art can be daunting\, but strong proposals lead to funding approvals. Learn from artist and grant professional Todd Wellman how to craft compelling proposals that resonate with funders and selection panels. \nLimited to 50 Participants \n \n \n \n \n \n Todd Wellman\, Funding Director\n \n Posted on March 29\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Wellman loves funding and connecting the creative communities of Pinellas County. He holds degrees\, certificates\, or certifications from St. Norbert College\, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee\, the Society for Human Resource Management\, and AmeriCorps. Todd has applied his skills in grant writing\, organizational strategic thinking\, program planning\, creativity\, and workshop design at nonprofits for the past 25… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mind-your-business-artists-excelling-at-grant-applications/ LOCATION:Central Park Performing Arts Center\, 105 CENTRAL PARK DRIVE\, Largo\, FL\, 33771\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Grants.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T200000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20250422T191758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T153121Z UID:10000465-1750701600-1750708800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mind Your Business: Building Relationships with Collectors DESCRIPTION:With Guest Speaker Liz Dimmit \nLearn what collectors\, galleries\, and those who commission art actually want–and how to get closer to it. And don’t overlook cultivating meaningful connections with collectors\, gallerists\, and arts organizations to expand your opportunities. \nLimited to 50 Participants \n \n \n \n \n \n Liz Dimmitt\n \n Posted on March 27\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Liz Dimmitt is the CEO of FloridaRAMA\, an immersive art experience in St. Pete\, FL with the mission of art for all\, play for all and joy for all. FloridaRAMA is an arts destination created in collaboration with 80+ artists where everyone is invited to explore an experiential world of playful exhibits based on original… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mind-your-business-building-relationships-with-collectors/ LOCATION:FloridaRAMA\, 2606 Fairfield Ave S\, Saint Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Collectors.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T200000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20250422T185214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T153542Z UID:10000464-1747850400-1747857600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mind Your Business: Business-Adulting for Artists DESCRIPTION:With Guest Speaker Erica Sutherlin \nLLC? COI? Quarterly Filings? Oh my! First\, know that you are different from your brand–and then demystify the parts of establishing the right business structure for you. \nLimited to 50 Participants \n \n \n \n \n \n Erica Sutherlin\n \n Posted on June 23\, 2022 by Erica Sutherlin \n Erica Sutherlin is a powerhouse multi-hyphenate executive\, filmmaker\, and theatrical director who serves as the Artistic Executive Director of The Studio@620. She holds a Master of Fine Arts in Film and Television Production from the USC School of Cinematic Arts. A career spanning over 20 years\, Erica has established herself as an award-winning visionary\, making… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mind-your-business-business-adulting-for-artists/ LOCATION:Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art\, 600 East Klosterman Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34689\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Business.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T180000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20240702T190958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T162358Z UID:10000433-1723136400-1723140000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Creative Pinellas Artist Grants Application Q&A Session - August 8th 5pm DESCRIPTION:Applying for a Creative Pinellas Artist Grant? \nJoin us for an application Q&A session to get all your questions answered about our current grant opportunities! Attend one of two free virtual sessions on August 8 to learn more about the application process and content. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Creative Pinellas Artist Grants 2024-25\n \n Posted on June 12\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Creative Pinellas is thrilled to announce its latest evolution in supporting the cultural landscape of Pinellas County. Applications open August 1st. Download the Application Planning Packet today!… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/creative-pinellas-artist-grants-application-qa-session-2/ CATEGORIES:Grants and Support,Livestream,Virtual Event,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Application-Info-Session.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20240702T190224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T192653Z UID:10000432-1723118400-1723122000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Creative Pinellas Artist Grants Application Q&A Session - August 8th 12pm DESCRIPTION:Applying for a Creative Pinellas Artist Grant? \nJoin us for an application Q&A session to get all your questions answered about our current grant opportunities! Attend one of two free virtual sessions on August 8 to learn more about the application process and content. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Creative Pinellas Artist Grants 2024-25\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Creative Pinellas is thrilled to announce its latest evolution in supporting the cultural landscape of Pinellas County. Applications open August 1st. Download the Application Planning Packet today!… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/creative-pinellas-artist-grants-application-qa-session/ CATEGORIES:Grants and Support,Livestream,Virtual Event,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Application-Info-Session.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T123000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20231011T174748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T155125Z UID:10000379-1701514800-1701520200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Beyond Placemaking Grant Workshop #3 DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Creative Pinellas Arts and Culture Visitor Center inside The Gallery for this Beyond Placemaking Grant Workshop!\nThe workshop is designed to assist in: \n\nFinding and connecting with a non-profit organization\nEnsuring they’re a good fit for your project\, and identifying the right point person\nHave the capacity to work on the project\nFocusing your project’s intent and purpose\n\nWorkshop will also focus on effective community engagement activities\, how to find suitable locations and avenues for outreach and promotion. \nThese grants are\, above all\, collaborative in nature and we are here to support your activities and success in moving forward with the opportunity. \n \nIf you’re unable to attend a workshop but need more information\, email grants@creativepinellas.org \nClick to learn more about this grant. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/beyond-placemaking-grant-workshop-3/ LOCATION:The Arts and Culture Visitors Center at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsignham Road\, Largo\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/BeyondPlacemakingWEB.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T133000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20231011T174236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T133608Z UID:10000378-1700049600-1700055000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Beyond Placemaking Grant Workshop #2 DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for this Beyond Placemaking Grant Workshop \nThese workshops are designed to assist in: \n\nFinding and connecting with a non-profit organization\nEnsuring they’re a good fit for your project\, and identifying the right point person\nHave the capacity to work on the project\nFocusing your project’s intent and purpose\n\nWorkshops will also focus on effective community engagement activities\, how to find suitable locations and avenues for outreach and promotion. \nThese grants are\, above all\, collaborative in nature and we are here to support your activities and success in moving forward with the opportunity. \nIf you’re unable to attend a workshop but need more information\, email grants@creativepinellas.org \nClick to learn more about this grant. \nRegister Here URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/beyond-placemaking-grant-workshop-2/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/BeyondPlacemakingWEB.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T193000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20231011T174005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T132433Z UID:10000377-1698861600-1698867000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Beyond Placemaking Grant Workshop #1 DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for this Beyond Placemaking Grant Workshop \nThese workshops are designed to assist in: \n\nFinding and connecting with a non-profit organization\nEnsuring they’re a good fit for your project\, and identifying the right point person\nHave the capacity to work on the project\nFocusing your project’s intent and purpose\n\nWorkshops will also focus on effective community engagement activities\, how to find suitable locations and avenues for outreach and promotion. \nThese grants are\, above all\, collaborative in nature and we are here to support your activities and success in moving forward with the opportunity. \nIf you’re unable to attend a workshop but need more information\, email grants@creativepinellas.org \nClick to learn more about this grant. \nRegister Here URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/beyond-placemaking-grant-workshop-1/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/BeyondPlacemakingWEB.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230828T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230828T190000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20230713T200339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T131913Z UID:10000366-1693245600-1693249200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Emerging Artist Grant 24 Workshop #3 DESCRIPTION:Artists! If you’re thinking about applying for an Emerging Artist Grant from Creative Pinellas – join us live on Facebookfor a workshop with information and advice for submitting your application.\nwww.facebook.com/creativepinellas\nCreative Pinellas’ Grants and Business Manager\, Charlene Harrison will walk through the application from beginning to end\, explaining each section and offering helpful tips. This workshop will also be an excellent time for people to ask questions about the grant application and review process. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/emerging-artist-grant-24-workshop-3/ CATEGORIES:Livestream,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/happy-potter-using-laptop-and-smiling-at-camera-in-S2NFBYW-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T160000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20230713T200226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T150321Z UID:10000365-1692198000-1692201600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Emerging Artist Grant 24 Workshop #2 DESCRIPTION:Artists! If you’re thinking about applying for an Emerging Artist Grant from Creative Pinellas – join us live on Facebookfor a workshop with information and advice for submitting your application.\nwww.facebook.com/creativepinellas\nCreative Pinellas’ Grants and Business Manager\, Charlene Harrison will walk through the application from beginning to end\, explaining each section and offering helpful tips. This workshop will also be an excellent time for people to ask questions about the grant application and review process. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/emerging-artist-grant-24-workshop-2/ CATEGORIES:Gallery Event,Livestream,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Workshop-2-Emerging-Artist-Grant.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230811T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230811T163000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20230724T193012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T213031Z UID:10000367-1691766000-1691771400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:City of Clearwater Cultural Affairs Nonprofit Grant Program Workshop DESCRIPTION:          x          \nThe City of Clearwater and Creative Pinellas will present a grant writing workshop focused on Clearwater’s upcoming American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) opportunity. Nonprofit organizations may apply for one of two grant types: Ongoing Program Support or Specific Cultural Projects. \nThe workshop will walk you through the application and its process focusing on: \n\nClear project description or purpose of grant\nGoals & Activities\nEvaluation – measuring outcomes\nBudgets – both operational and project\nDocumentation and other supporting documents\n\nReserve Your Seat Here\nWe will guide you through how to effectively tell your story – why is it needed\, who will it benefit and\nhow. Reserve your seat today and bring your questions! \nFriday\, August 11\, 2023. 3pm at Creative Pinellas.\nFacilitator: Randi Hilleso URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/city-of-clearwater-cultural-affairs-nonprofit-grant-program-workshop/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/City-of-Clearwater-AARP-Workshop_FI.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T140000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20230713T200117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T131113Z UID:10000364-1690290000-1690293600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Emerging Artist Grant 24 Workshop #1 DESCRIPTION:Artists! If you’re thinking about applying for an Emerging Artist Grant from Creative Pinellas – join us live on Facebook for a workshop with information and advice for submitting your application.\nwww.facebook.com/creativepinellas\nCreative Pinellas’ Grants and Business Manager\, Charlene Harrison will walk through the application from beginning to end\, explaining each section and offering helpful tips. This workshop will also be an excellent time for people to ask questions about the grant application and review process. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/emerging-artist-grant-24-workshop-1/ CATEGORIES:Livestream,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/black-young-artist-using-laptop-technology-for-art-JVLWAMU-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20221129T175638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T175744Z UID:10000305-1675684800-1675688400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:2023 Professional Artist Grant Workshop Livestream #3 DESCRIPTION:Artists! Are you thinking about applying for a Professional Artist Grant from Creative Pinellas?\nJump online to a facebook live stream workshop – facebook.com/CreativePinellas for  information and advice for submitting your application. \nCreative Pinellas’ Charlene Harrison\, Grants & Business Manager\, will walk through the application from beginning to end\, explaining each section and offering helpful tips. \nThis is also a great time for artists to ask any questions about the grant application and review process. \nInterested in Applying for the Professional Artist Grant 2023?\nApply Now URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/professional-artist-grant-workshop-livestream-3-2/ CATEGORIES:Livestream,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/PAG-GRID-SLANT-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T184500 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20230123T182132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T182132Z UID:10000323-1675188000-1675190700@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:ARTWorks Signal Box Project Artist Info Session Round1 DESCRIPTION:Join Us and Learn about the ARTWorks Signal Box Project 2023\nTuesday\, January 31\, 2023 at 6PM \nZoom Meeting \n\n\nCarol Matlock and Lea Umberger\, project managers\, will walk you through the project and the application process. Bring your questions and we look forward to seeing you. Representatives from Pinellas County will also be present to answer any questions about the locations. \nREGISTER HERE \nFind the Call to Artists for ARTWorks Signal Box Project : https://creativepinellas.org/opportunity/artworks-signal-box-project-2023/ \n\nMeeting will be recorded and included on the Call to Artist Page within a week of the Meeting in case you are unable to attend at this time.\n\n\n\n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/artworks-signal-box-project-artist-info-session-round1/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Signal-Box-Call-To-Artists-and-Artist-Info-Session-Social.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T190000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20221129T175519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T175820Z UID:10000304-1673460000-1673463600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:2023 Professional Artist Grant Workshop Livestream #2 DESCRIPTION:Artists! Are you thinking about applying for a Professional Artist Grant from Creative Pinellas?\nJump online to a facebook live stream workshop – facebook.com/CreativePinellas for  information and advice for submitting your application. \nCreative Pinellas’ Charlene Harrison\, Grants & Business Manager\, will walk through the application from beginning to end\, explaining each section and offering helpful tips. \nThis is also a great time for artists to ask any questions about the grant application and review process. \nInterested in Applying for the Professional Artist Grant 2023?\nApply Now URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/professional-artist-grant-workshop-livestream-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Livestream,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/PAG-GRID-SLANT-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221220T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221220T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20221129T175320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T181310Z UID:10000303-1671537600-1671541200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:2023 Professional Artist Grant Workshop Livestream #1 DESCRIPTION:Artists! Are you thinking about applying for a Professional Artist Grant from Creative Pinellas?\nJump online to a facebook live stream workshop – facebook.com/CreativePinellas for  information and advice for submitting your application. \nCreative Pinellas’ Charlene Harrison\, Grants & Business Manager\, will walk through the application from beginning to end\, explaining each section and offering helpful tips. \nThis is also a great time for artists to ask any questions about the grant application and review process. \nInterested in Applying for the Professional Artist Grant 2023?\nApply Now URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/professional-artist-grant-workshop-livestream-1-2/ CATEGORIES:Livestream,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/PAG-GRID-SLANT-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T120000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20220608T193513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T185512Z UID:10000266-1665828000-1665835200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Getting Your Art into Retail Environments Series\, Workshop 3 DESCRIPTION:Workshop 3: Selling Your Art to Retail Buyers – Panel\nSelling Your Art to Retail Buyers – Pamela will host a panel of local retail buyers. Learn what they are looking for in artist-made products\, how they want to be approached\, product presentation\, and so much more. It’s a great opportunity to ask those questions only buyers can answer. Bring your work and get feedback. \nSaturday\, October 15\, 2022\, 10:00 – noon \nFee: $10 \nWhere: In-Person at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas – 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL 33778 \nBOOK TICKET\n  \nAbout the Getting Your Art into Retail Environments Series\nAs artists\, we’re fortunate to have a variety of revenue streams to sell our art…shows\, commissions\, and consignments\, to name a few. If you’re looking for another opportunity to grow your creative business\, consider wholesaling. Transforming your work into products and selling them to brick & mortar retail shops can be rewarding…from expanding your audience reach\, building name recognition\, to having a consistent income. This series of three workshops by Pamela Joy Trow\, will demystify the wholesale process\, and help you decide if it’s a viable selling opportunity for your art business. These workshops will benefit visual artists\, crafters\, and makers who are new to wholesale. \nView Entire Series\n  \nAbout the Instructor:\n \n \n \n \n \n Pamela Joy Trow\n \n Posted on August 11\, 2021 by Creative Pinellas \n Pamela Joy Trow is a life-long artist with an award-winning career in design\, illustration\, and creative direction. She was first introduced to wholesale working as a surface designer for a woman’s footwear company\, where deadlines were set to the wholesale trade show calendar. Pamela eventually applied her experience to creating a line of wearable art… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/getting-your-art-into-retail-environments-series-workshop-3/ CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Your-Art-into-Retail-Environments-Workshop-3-Eventbrite-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T140000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20221010T204120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T204120Z UID:10000288-1665667800-1665669600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Lealman Mural Project – Haines Road Artist Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join Us and get to know the latest Lealman Mural Projects on Haines Road\nLea Umberger\, project manager\, will walk you through the project and the application process. Bring your questions and we look forward to seeing you. Representatives from Tommy Todd Landscape and Design and Ceramics by Kayla will also be present to answer any questions about their business or talk more about the art goals for each location \nREGISTER HERE \n\n\n\n\n\nLealman Mural Project at Haines Road\nPosted on September 15\, 2022 by LeaUmberger\nLealman Mural Projects on Haines Road Creative Pinellas is excited to announce the Lealman Mural Projects on Haines Road! OVERVIEW:  The Lealman Mural Project is a partnership between Creative Pinellas… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/lealman-mural-project-haines-road-artist-info-session/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event,Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T190000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20220915T092755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T093752Z UID:10000280-1664906400-1664910000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Lealman Mural Project – Lealman Innovation Academy Artist Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join Us and get to know the latest Lealman Mural Project at Lealman Innovation Academy\nCarol Matlock\, project manager\, will walk you through the project and the application process. Bring your questions and we look forward to seeing you. Lealman Innovation Academy will also be present to answer any questions about the school and students you would be working with. \nREGISTER HERE \n\n\n\nLealman Mural Project at Lealman Innovation Academy\nPosted on September 15\, 2022 by LeaUmberger\nCALL TO ARTIST for Lealman Mural Project at Lealman Innovation Academy We are looking for artists interested in a collaboration with middle/high school age students and their art teachers in creating a new mural! Lealman Innovation Academy Mural Project OVERVIEW:  The Lealman Innovation Academy Mural Project is a partnership between Creative Pinellas and the Lealman… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/lealman-mural-project-lealman-innovation-academy-artist-info-session/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event,Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T120000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20220608T193523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T204337Z UID:10000267-1663408800-1663416000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Getting Your Art into Retail Environments Series\, Workshop 2 DESCRIPTION:Workshop 2: Transforming Your Art into A Product Line\nTransforming Your Art into A Product Line is geared toward helping artists think of their art as unique\, desirable\, and profitable wholesale items. Topics covered include product ideas\, how to source supplies and services\, and pricing for profit. Bring samples of your work/style. Those who attended the first workshop will have an opportunity to receive feedback/suggestions on product direction. Please note: depending on the size of the workshop\, not everyone will get feedback\, but you will benefit from those that did. \nSaturday\, September 17\, 2022\, 10:00 – noon \nFee: $10 \nWhere: In-Person at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas – 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL 33778 \nSOLD OUT\n  \nAbout the Getting Your Art into Retail Environments Series\nAs artists\, we’re fortunate to have a variety of revenue streams to sell our art…shows\, commissions\, and consignments\, to name a few. If you’re looking for another opportunity to grow your creative business\, consider wholesaling. Transforming your work into products and selling them to brick & mortar retail shops can be rewarding…from expanding your audience reach\, building name recognition\, to having a consistent income. This series of three workshops by Pamela Joy Trow\, will demystify the wholesale process\, and help you decide if it’s a viable selling opportunity for your art business. These workshops will benefit visual artists\, crafters\, and makers who are new to wholesale. \nView Entire Series\n  \nAbout the Instructor:\n \n \n \n \n \n Pamela Joy Trow\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Pamela Joy Trow is a life-long artist with an award-winning career in design\, illustration\, and creative direction. She was first introduced to wholesale working as a surface designer for a woman’s footwear company\, where deadlines were set to the wholesale trade show calendar. Pamela eventually applied her experience to creating a line of wearable art… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/getting-your-art-into-retail-environments-series-workshop-2/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Your-Art-into-Retail-Environments-Workshop-2-Eventbrite-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220829T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220829T190000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20220711T143338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220722T175943Z UID:10000279-1661796000-1661799600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Emerging Artist Grant 23 Workshop #3 DESCRIPTION:Artists! If you’re thinking about applying for an Emerging Artist Grant from Creative Pinellas – join us live on Facebookfor a workshop with information and advice for submitting your application.\nwww.facebook.com/creativepinellas\nCreative Pinellas’ Grants and Business Manager\, Charlene Harrison and Director of Tourism Product Dev and Strategy\, Kimberly DiVito will walk through the application from beginning to end\, explaining each section and offering helpful tips. This workshop will also be an excellent time for people to ask questions about the grant application and review process. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/emerging-artist-grant-23-workshop-3/ CATEGORIES:Livestream,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/happy-potter-using-laptop-and-smiling-at-camera-in-S2NFBYW-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T160000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20220711T143110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220722T175903Z UID:10000278-1660748400-1660752000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Emerging Artist Grant 23 Workshop #2 DESCRIPTION:Artists! If you’re thinking about applying for an Emerging Artist Grant from Creative Pinellas – join us live on Facebookfor a workshop with information and advice for submitting your application.\nwww.facebook.com/creativepinellas\nCreative Pinellas’ Grants and Business Manager\, Charlene Harrison and Director of Tourism Product Dev and Strategy\, Kimberly DiVito will walk through the application from beginning to end\, explaining each section and offering helpful tips. This workshop will also be an excellent time for people to ask questions about the grant application and review process. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/emerging-artist-grant-23-workshop-2/ CATEGORIES:Livestream,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Workshop-2-Emerging-Artist-Grant.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T160000 DTSTAMP:20260615T165059 CREATED:20220713T032259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T205640Z UID:10000192-1659022200-1659024000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:PIE Mural Project Artist Information Session #2 DESCRIPTION:2022 PIE St. Pete-Clearwater Airport Mural Project\nARTIST INFORMATION SESSION\nWe would like to invite you to attend the artist information sessions for the 2022 PIE Mural Project.\n  \nThis is the second artist information session. The previous session covered the same information.\n\nWe will share project details for interested artists. It is a chance to learn about the project\, ask specific questions about the locations\, the security clearance\, schedule or ask more about the art goals for the project.\n\nWe will also be available to answer questions about how to apply to the Call to Artist through Creative Pinellas.\n\n  \nClick Here to Register URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/pie-mural-project-artist-information-session-2/ CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/PIEGate12-Exterior_FI.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR