Join us during Arts Night Out for "I'd Rather be Painting," an exhibition by Nancy Aitcheson. Nancy began painting as a young adult  and works in oils and watercolor. She is inspired by still life, landscapes and people in everyday situations, and strives for interesting composition, and colorful, loose approach to her pieces.  "I'd Rather be Painting" will be on display at the Arts Council M-F, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., through September 27. The reception is open to the public and free of charge. Light refreshments will be served.

Join us for a day of talks, panels, on-stage presentations and interactive displays as we explore resources, tools, ideas and opportunities for accelerated growth on the Creative Placemaking front. The day will be packed full of excellent speakers from across the U.S. along with plenty of local Placemaking Personalities who will share their insights and experiences! You don't want to miss it!

The Arts Council facilitates eight different grants in six grant programs that are adjusted or updated regularly. In order to make sure you know what changes may have occurred to a grant program, or what funding options are currently available, Taylor Haslett, membership and programs manager, will be holding an open group grant consultation at the Reputation Beverage Co. (formerly The Crafted Beat at 800 E. Michigan Ave) from 9-11 a.m. Join her and others to ask questions and discuss your grant options for 2019/2020.

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Arts Night Out continues in 2019 with an event every other month in Old Town Lansing! Arts Night Out is a free, walkable, art-filled Friday evening that allows everyone to explore the businesses and see the work of various artists hosted in those participating venues. Live music | Art demos | New exhibits | Dance | Street performances | Unique media | Affordable art | So much more! #myartsnightout