A Time for Reflection

Friends and Artists,
It's not too late to share your story! We've shared our commitment to building community through the arts, but we can't do it without you. We're opening the floor to start a dialogue on how our community can answer Vancouver's call for culture. With your voice, we can build towards a thriving arts scene and a vibrant destination downtown.
Today is our last call for those who would like to join in the conversation: "Why are the arts vital to our community? How have the arts enriched your own experience?" We ask that participants who are interested in sharing their experiences please engage by replying your answers to this email.
Together we can embrace change — not only to rebuild the arts — but to set the stage for a future where the arts are always growing and thriving in Vancouver. For more information about our mission, visit our website, or contact us at [hidden email]. Have a fantastic weekend!
Sincerely,
The SWCA Team
And Now For This Week’s Top Picks…

ARTS | SWA Fall Show
It's almost time for the Society of Washington Artists Fall Show, October 15 through December 15, 2020. This year, SWA will have a virtual show online and a physical show at the Cave. It is open to all artists! Great prizes for Best in Show will be awarded. Entry starts August 23.

MUSIC | VSO VIrtual Gala
Join the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra this Sunday, September 20 for a spectacular evening honoring artistry, music, music education, and a rich history of community support. Tune in for special guest music performances, paddle raise, and a fantastic online auction as the symphony celebrates its 30 years with Maestro Salvador Brotons.

THEATRE | RPA Now Registering
Riverside performing Arts is now open for registration for Fall 2020! RPA teachers and staff are committed to ensuring that students safely build the skills they need to advance and progress. RPA has programming in music, dance, and theatre for adults and kids ages 2 through 10+.

DANCE | Fall Dance Classes
It's almost time for Fall registration at Northwest Classical Ballet and Dance Fusion Northwest. Pre-registration is available August 28 & 29, and regular registration opens Friday, September 4. Staff will help you design the optimal schedule and reserve your spots in classes. Email or call ahead to reserve your registration time today!

CINEMA | Drive-In Movies
Join Pop-Up Cinemas at Vancouver Mall for a safe and fun-filled drive-in movie weekend showing of two great movies! $20 per vehicle, enjoy watching classics from the comfort of your own car on a 35-foot movie screen. Audio will be FM transmitted right into your car! The drive-in movie event will be shown in the NE parking lot near JCPenney.

WELLNESS | Outdoor Yoga Flow
Looking for a local gym with outdoor workouts? Northwest Personal Training has a new yoga class! This 4-week series was designed specifically to improve your flexibility, balance, and muscle conditioning. Check out NWPT's events on Facebook for more information!

EDUCATION | The Big Create
National Arts Education Week is September 14-18. To celebrate, ArtsEd Washington will be launching The Big Create on September 18! All Washingtonians are invited to take some time to Make Art to remind ourselves how important the arts are to learn, experience, and preserve.