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June 4, 2025
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Rutherford Arts
RAA Happenings, June Edition

In our June Happenings, our Exec Director Jeff Lysyczyn shares thoughts on his first year with the RAA (happy work anniversary, Jeff!). Plus we’ve got PLENTY of summer creative events for you and your friends and family!

RAA Happenings, June Edition
May 31, 2025
lit-news
Taffeta Chime
Literary Ways to Fill Summer Break!

If you’ve got kids this summer, here are some events and places to take them to keep them bookish this June! Plus other reading and writing events for all ages!

Literary Ways to Fill Summer Break!
May 26, 2025
arts-advocacy
Mai Hamric
What Is a Teaching Artist—And Why Should You ...

Learn more about the people doing the work at the intersection of creativity and community: teaching artists. How can we better support their work?

What Is a Teaching Artist—And Why Should You Know One?
May 19, 2025
arts-advocacy
Mai Hamric
Why the Arts Matter—And How to Make the Case to ...

When it comes to explaining why the arts matter—especially to those who may not immediately see their value—it can be challenging to find the right words. Here are some ideas to help!

Why the Arts Matter—And How to Make the Case to Others
May 12, 2025
arts-advocacy
Mai Hamric
What Does It Really Mean to Be an Arts Advocate?

Whether you’re a teacher, parent, artist, business owner, student, or simply someone who loves live music or murals—you already have tools that make you an advocate. The key is recognizing them, and then using them with intention.

What Does It Really Mean to Be an Arts Advocate?
Rutherford Arts
April 2, 2024

RAA Happenings, April Edition

Rutherford Arts
April 2, 2024
RAA Happenings, April Edition

April RAA news includes recognition for our organization, an artistic Earth Day celebration to benefit Tennessee Riverkeeper, and events in numerous genres!

Rutherford Arts
March 3, 2024

RAA Happenings, March Edition

Rutherford Arts
March 3, 2024
RAA Happenings, March Edition

March RAA news includes our search for our first Executive Director, a local summary of the Arts & Economic Prosperity study, and many March events in lit, music, art, theatre, and more!

Rutherford Arts
February 26, 2024
lit-news

2024 SoKidLit Difference Makers Day

Rutherford Arts
February 26, 2024
lit-news
2024 SoKidLit Difference Makers Day

The MTSU College of Education partnered with the Rutherford Arts Alliance to host SoKidLit Difference Makers Day with featured author Kristin O’Donnell Tubb and a range of art and STEM activities.

Rutherford Arts
February 15, 2024

Press Release: The Arts and Culture Propel Economic Growth in Rutherford County, TN

Rutherford Arts
February 15, 2024
Press Release: The Arts and Culture Propel Economic Growth in Rutherford County, TN

The newest data reinforces what we all know: when a community funds the arts, it not only builds a more beautiful, vibrant place to live, it also significantly stimulates its economy.

Rutherford Arts
February 5, 2024

RAA Happenings, February Edition

Rutherford Arts
February 5, 2024
RAA Happenings, February Edition

February RAA news includes our search for our first Executive Director, a mini-profile on artist Nadine Shillingford, and more.

Rutherford Arts
January 31, 2024

We're looking for RAA's first Executive Director!

Rutherford Arts
January 31, 2024
We're looking for RAA's first Executive Director!

Apply for this new, part-time position by March 30.

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