WVSA ARTs connection

Events and News

There is always something happening at WVSA and SAIL! Please make sure to check with us regularly or join our mailing list for updates!

"Winter Wonderland"

ARTiculate Artist Exhibit Opening Reception

Thursday, February 18 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

COn Thursday, February 18 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, WVSA's ARTiulate Gallery will have an opening of the exhibit "Winter Wonderland" and artists reception. This exhibit features watercolor painitings by Artist Apprentices in the ARTiculate Employment Training Program.

This event, part of WVSA's 3rd Thursday series, is free and open to the public. For more information, call (202) 261-0204 or e-mail gallery@wvsarts.org.

Percussion Performance by DC Youth

Thursday, March 18 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

In collaboration with the Young Women's Drumming Empowerment Project, WVSA will showcase this unique form of performance by the youth of the ARTiculate Employment Training Program and the Young Women's Drumming Empowerment Project on Thursday, March 18 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.

ARTiculate Program Featured in Street Sense

Read here the full-page article "Where the Art Is: WVSA" about WVSA's ARTiculate Program that was featured in the November 11-24, 2009 issue of Street Sense.

The article discusses WVSA's GED, literacy, and employment training program and the role of the arts in such programs. As WVSA President and CEO Rick Offner puts it, "broadly, our mission is to provide people with disabilities and other disadvantages with an equitable access to the arts."

Street Sense is a Washington, DC-based biweekly street newspaper that raises public awareness on the issues of homelessness and poverty in the city and creates economic opportunities for people experiencing homelessness.

"It's All About the Journey"

Exhibit Runs Through January 15, 2010

Transportation Collage

Come see artwork by WVSA's ARTiculate Program students at the exhibit "It's All About the Journey." This exhibit explores forms of transportation for those with disabilities and runs through January 15, 2010.

The WVSA ARTiculate Gallery is located at the corner of 16th and L Street, NW and is open Monday through Friday from 10:00am to 6:00pm.

Support SAIL While You Shop

The School for ARTs in Learning (SAIL) is participating in several store card reward programs where if you register your store card using SAIL's school code and use the card when you shop, SAIL earns a percentage of the purchases.

Go to these store sites to support SAIL while you shop:

Giant Foods: Click here and SAIL's School ID is 03711.

If you do not know your Giant BonusCard number, you can get it by calling (877) 275-2758.

Harris Teeter: Click here and SAIL's School Code is 6773.

If you do not know your Harris Teeter VIC card number, you can get it by calling (800) 432-6111, option 3.

Safeway: Click here at eScrip and SAIL's Group ID is 500023107. Read here for information about eScrip and about ways you can enroll other store cards like Macy's to support SAIL.

If you do not know your Safeway Club Card number, you can get in by calling (877) 723-3929.

Target's REDcard: Click here and SAIL's School ID is 126713.

WVSA ARTs Connection Launches

3rd Thursdays

Explore the arts every third Thursday of the month with WVSA's ARTiculate Gallery and support local youth.

WVSA ARTs connection launches 3rd Thursdays this fall by opening its doors the third Thursday evening of every month to host free gallery openings, performances, film screenings, author readings, and more!

WVSA is striving to create an opportunity for established and aspiring artists to educate local youth and share their art with the local community.

On September 17, WVSA had its inaugural 3ird Thursday event with a gallery opening reception for artist Leila Holtsman. Below guests are enjoying the evening celebrating Holtsman's artwork.

New Leadership for WVSA

After more than 29 years service, Dr. L. Lawrence Riccio, Founder, President and CEO of WVSA ARTs connection retired on June 30. Dr. Riccio’s vision and commitment to children and youth of all abilities led to the creation of WVSA and the SAIL Public Charter School, and his passion for education and community service has enabled these organizations to grow into the vital programs they are today.

On July 1, Dr. Richard Offner joined WVSA as the new President and CEO. Dr. Offner is not new to WVSA/SAIL, having served as a member of the WVSA and SAIL boards for the past 11 years. He comes to his new position with over 25 years of experience managing complex interdisciplinary organizations. He is also an educator and researcher, with a Ph.D. in special education and rehabilitation psychology.

More then just his credentials, Dr. Offner is committed to the continued success of SAIL and WVSA, and with a thorough understanding of Dr. Riccio’s legacy, he brings unfailing stamina to be an advocate for the children we serve.

Ways to GET INVOLVED!

Make a Donation

You have more power than you think to make a real difference at WVSA and SAIL -- regardless of the amount you can give. Donate securely here.

Here are some examples how you can make a difference:

•    $20 can help students stay healthy with 8 hand sanitizers
•    $35 can keep parents of two classrooms informed with their children’s daily progress reports for almost a year using a case of copy paper
•    $60 can send a whole class on a local field trip
•    $100 can help 15 children with autism receive fidget toys
•    $200 can help 20 students develop articulation skills using speech therapy materials
•    $1,000 can provide one class of young artists with arts supplies for a year
•    $1,500 can build the music program with percussion instruments for the entire school
•    $2,000 can enhance one classroom’s learning experiences with a SMART Board (interactive white board) and projector

WVSA ARTs connection is proud to be recognized by the Catalogue for Philanthropy as "one of the best small charities" in the Washington, DC area.

WVSA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and your donation is fully tax-deductible.

Make a donation on-line today or you can also make a check out to "WVSA ARTs connection" and mail it to:

WVSA ARTs connection

1100 16th Street, NW

Washington, DC 20036

For questions or information about making a donation, call (202) 296-9100, ext. 233 or e-mail development@wvsarts.org.

Support SAIL While You Shop

Go to these store sites to designate SAIL:

Giant Foods: Click here and SAIL's School ID is 03711.

If you do not know your Giant BonusCard number, you can get it by calling (877) 366-2668.

Harris Teeter: Click here and SAIL's School Code is 6773.

If you do not know your Harris Teeter VIC card number, you can get it by calling (800) 432-6111, option 3.

Safeway: Click here at eScrip and SAIL's Group ID is 500023107. Read here for information about eScrip and about ways you can enroll other store cards like Macy's to support SAIL.

If you do not know your Safeway Club Card number, you can get in by calling (877) 723-3929.

Target's REDcard: Click here and SAIL's School ID is 126713.

Sponsor a Gallery Show: Want your corporate dollars to go to youth who will one day make up an essential part of the business world? Why not make a tax-deductible donation that helps our students display and sell their artwork! Each of our shows takes a great deal of time, effort, and money to make a reality. Generous companies who sponsor our shows are featured on our website, in the show’s program and in promotional material. Please email gallery@wvsarts.org for more information.

Rent Space: Tired of that same-old overly pricey event venue? Looking for a unique place to hold your special event—somewhere that will impress your guests and make it an unforgettable occasion? The Top of the Art rental program in our fully accessible building offers an intimate setting at an affordable rate, right downtown. Spaces available are perfect for meetings, receptions, workshops, and a wide range of special events. Click here to view maps and information about our TOTA program.

Lease Art: Does your office, lobby, or business need some colorful flare? Perhaps something from our collection will do just the trick! The ART on the Move leasing program offers individuals and businesses the opportunity to lease artwork created by the artist apprentices in our ARTiculate Employment Training Program. Please email gallery@wvsarts.org to book an office visit.

Volunteer or Intern: We have a wide variety of opportunities available all year round. Please click on our Volunteer or Intern tab under the Get Involved page for more information.

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She Loves You (Yeah, Yeah, Yeah)
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Get Back
Channel childhood nostalgia with a Lucite crane, key, or tiger necklace from KidViskous. Score stationery, calendars, and pillows at ARTiculate Gallery (1100 16th Street NW; 202-296-9100). All proceeds support the young adults with special needs who made them.
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