Lehigh Valley Arts Council

The events of September 11, 2001 left an indelible mark on both U.S. and world history.

To honor those whose lives were lost, to respect those who lost family, friends and colleagues in the attacks on New York, Washington D.C., and Pennsylvania, we invite area artists to contribute to this month-long display at Allentown Public Library.

At Guide Social, we work with prominent clients (many who were featured on the hit show Shark Tank) to bring their products to life through video. We reach millions of people every month. We are looking for actors in the Lehigh Valley to work with us on simple video & lifestyle projects.

Hemlock Art Space and Gallery is accepting works from artists who identify as an outsider or emerging artist, and creates work that revolves around the life/death cycle, memento mori, and the macabre.
DUE Sept 10. Show: September 29 – Oct 31 Closing reception October 31

Donate your original art that promotes hope and healing by communicating a message of peace, calm, comfort, and inspiration.

• To inspire hope and healing by raising the awareness that art aids in healing
• To create art for hospitals and healing facilities where viewers seek inspiration to heal
• To provide students with opportunities to explore creativity and create art to help others

Arts Festival Reading & Holiday Market will be returning on December 4th & 5th, 2021. The annual two-day festival will once again welcome thousands of visitors to GoggleWorks to engage with interactive art programs and discover artwork and handmade gifts from over 100 artists just before the holidays. Only this year we want to make the event as accessible as possible to our community, without sacrificing on quality.

The Banana Factory Arts Center is now accepting exhibition proposals for solo and group exhibitions. Information on eligibility, selection criteria, guidelines, and exhibition policies are included in the application forms below. A gallery committee will review applications on a rolling basis.

The Lehigh Valley Folk Music Society sponsors a free public jam session EVERY 3rd WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH held at the Lehigh Valley Active Life Center (formerly called the Lehigh County Senior Citizen Center). It is open to all folk music lovers of any age who play an instrument or simply like to sing along or listen to the music. All ages and skill levels are welcome to our jam!

You will be joining Society members and guests for an enjoyable evening of folk music, bluegrass, old country, oldies and contemporary folk and sing-a-long songs of all kinds. Jam books are available to all who come. The books contain lyrics and chord diagrams of over 700 folk songs. Participants form a circle and each person in turn selects a song of their choosing for all to play and sing. You may also bring your own special songs. Our jam starts promptly at 6:30 pm and ends at 10:00 pm. Free refreshments are often served. Amplified instruments, except for bass, are discouraged. There is ample free parking at the Center.

More information: http://www.lvfms.org/jamsessions.html

Seeking local artists to display their work in the Lobby & Conf. Room areas of the Macungie Institute. We would be open to hosting Artist Reception if dates are available. The Institute seeks to serve the community, with a focus on the arts and support local artists.

Job Description 

Lehigh Valley Arts Council (LVAC) position of Arts & Access Always Program Administrator promotes and supports the LVAC Arts & Access Always Program within the Lehigh Valley’s arts and culture and disability-friendly community, and the region at large, in order to increase engagement for persons with disabilities through creative and effective communication strategies. 

The Arts & Access Program Administrator will report directly to the LVAC Managing Director and will work closely with the LVAC Accessibility Sub-Committee and Board of Directors on the planning and facilitation of Accessibility initiatives. Much of the focus is on building and cultivating relationships with stakeholders in the arts and culture and disability-friendly community, understanding their needs, answering questions, and providing support and resources to all LVAC programs.

Overall Responsibilities

• Serve as the leader for the Arts and Accessibility programming for LVAC and throughout the arts and Culture and disability-friendly community.
• Research and communication for creating an updated Resource Booklet including best practices for accessible arts organizations in the Lehigh Valley 
• Organize and coordinate the program’s month Arts Access networking meeting with local organizations and arts administrators 
• Attend monthly meetings for the Disability Friendly Community organization 
• Present to other organizations, college classes, etc. on the Arts & Access Always program, as well as the basics of arts accessibility information  
• Stay up to date with best practices in the Arts and Culture Accessibility community 
• Trainings and Accessibility Equipment

• Plan, organize, and execute workshops, training, meetings, or events hosted by the Arts & Access Always program 
• Maintain accessibility equipment and ensuring the proper devices are in working condition

Marketing Responsibilities

• Prepare any physical and digital marketing materials for all Arts & Access Always programming, trainings, and activities
•  Maintain accessible best practices of all social media, website and marketing materials
• Establish and Cultivate of relationships with individuals and organizations in the arts, culture and disability-friendly community 
• Share additional opportunities and services to individuals and organizations as an ambassador of furthering the mission of LVAC

Administrative Responsibilities

• Reporting on a weekly/monthly basis to LVAC Managing Director, colleagues, Accessibility Sub-committee and Board of Directors.
• Serve as a contributor in the development of content for the LVAC website, email and social media communication channels for all LVAC programs, events and activities
• Manage and maintain the Arts & Access Always Google Classroom space

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
• 3-5 years experience in arts and culture activities or work with the disability-friendly community. Customer service experience is a bonus
• Ability to solve problems and work independently
• Excellent organizational, planning, and project management skills with an emphasis on attention to detail
• High level of verbal and written communication skills

Employment

The Arts & Access Program Administrator is a part-time, contracted position with compensation based on agreed upon monthly commitment.

How to Apply

Submit resume and cover letter to info@lvartscouncil.org.

Please submit all materials by August 15th. 

Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites is looking for part-time staff for the “Docents on Main Street Program” in Bethlehem. The docent must feel comfortable wearing 18th century period-appropriate clothing, enjoy speaking to the public, able to work independently, and provide an exceptional level of customer service. The docent will be outdoors almost the entire time in all types of weather. 

Responsibilities include:

• Greeting and welcoming diverse visitors to the downtown historic and shopping district
• Sharing information about downtown activities, museums, shops and restaurants
• Giving directions
• Answering questions

The base of operations for this program is the Historic Bethlehem Visitor Center located at 505 Main Street. The program will run daily from 11-4 and extended hours on weekends, during the summer and for events. Must be 18 or older to apply. This is a paid part-time hourly position. Flexible hours and schedules are available.

Email cover letter with availability & resume.

LUAG’s volunteers have the opportunity to gain exposure to the valuable and impressive works in LUAG’s collection.

By enhancing visitors’ experiences and making them feel welcome and appreciated, Volunteers are an integral part of the LUAG Teaching Museum.

Candidates should possess a love and appreciation of art, excellent communication skills, and interpersonal skills.

Training will be provided.

Our musical instrument petting zoo is a highlight of many local events and helps spread the word about CMS and our programs. You do not need to know how to play every instrument.

If you have an outgoing personality and a desire to spread the joy of music to the community, please contact Lisa Hopstock at 610-435-7725 or lisa@cmslv.org for more info.