Tama Scarpelli; Allegany Arts Council

 http://traffic.libsyn.com/recordtalklisten/Tama_AAC_.mp3Tama Scarpelli joins us for today's episode. Tama is a board member from the Allegany Arts Council and she is going to help fill up your calendar with events that are not to be missed. The AAC is a membership based organization that is keeping the area "Alive with the Arts". This non-profit always puts the FUN in fundraising and this year they are taking to the friendly skies. This event on April 15, 2016 will feature a chance to win a 3 day trip to FL all expenses paid on a private jet leaving that evening. All you have to do is buy a ticket and take your chances to win a little R&R. If you don't win you can bid on some beautiful vintage suitcases painted or improved by some of our talented local artists.Make sure to keep up on all of the exciting events happening HERE      Become a member HEREEnjoy! 

Chris Sloan; Allegany Arts Council

We were privileged enough to speak to Chris Sloan director of the Allegany Arts Council. We discussed some of the annual events that the Arts Council hosts; including the Art Sale and Tour  featuring 24 local artists and their studios over two weekends. (October 17-18 and 24-25)  The Arts Council offers opportunities to local and national artists to exhibit in their galleries. Chris discusses where he envisions our local arts community in the upcoming years. Chris is excited for the Arts Council to help spearhead some excellent opportunities for new upcoming artists and helping nurture the already vibrant existing community.  The Arts council is a member based organization and a great place to volunteer in your community and you can help keep this area alive with art!Make sure to check out their other popular annual events: Plein Air, The Wills Creek Survey, Photographic Competition Enjoy!http://traffic.libsyn.com/recordtalklisten/Chris_Sloan_.mp3                                                         

Joshua Kelty, ADA for Allegany County

We were lucky enough to FINALLY interview Joshua. Josh does amazing and important work as an ADA in Allegany County.  Josh has lived and worked in Cumberland for the past 11 years, he is an avid supporter the local arts community, and enjoys seeing live theatre as a season ticket holder to the Hippodrome in Baltimore. Josh, a native of California, made his way east to pursue his law career, and we hear how he ended up in the Queen City.Enjoy! http://traffic.libsyn.com/recordtalklisten/Josh_Kelty_.mp3