The Madera County Arts Council:

A partner in the state-local partnership of the California Arts Council since 1982

A private, non-profit organization working to support and promote all arts in Madera County

Blends the expertise from many partnerships and twenty-one directors to create the necessary link between the arts and community development

Programs and Services:

Arts in education through PACES (Presenting the Arts to Children in Elementary Schools), After school program, alternative education programs.

Circle Gallery a non-profit Gallery showcasing and promoting the juried work of the area’s professional artists

Exhibit program featuring curate exhibits with special themes, from various cultures and specific media.

Presenting program featuring summer amphitheatre concerts and other performances.

Scholarship and grant program serving graduating high school seniors and county arts groups.

 

"Swing into the Arts" Gala Fundraiser Date:  June 21, 2008 Location:  Putter's Restaurant, Pheasant Run Golf Course-Chowchilla, CA Cost:  $70.00 per ticket Come celebrate 26 years of providing arts programs and services to Madera County.  The evening includes swing dancing, live and silent auctions, community awards, and a fabulous dinner.  Please contact the Madera County Arts Council at 559-661-7005 for reservations! Picasso Sponsorship Rich and Row Dentistry Monet Sponsorship Quady Winery Film Festival  Date:  October 2008  Location:  Madera Center Community College  Time:  Schedule coming soon!  Cost:  Films are Free  The Madera County Arts Council and the Madera Center Community College will present a week of classic films representing the dramatic stories of the many cultures represented in the Central Valley.  Films such as Grapes of Wrath and A Walk in the Clouds, along with several foreign films and some films by independent filmmakers will be presented at the College site on Avenue 12 during the four days.  Speakers, a BBQ at the Madera Center on Saturday and other events will accompany the film festival.  Mark these dates on your calendar and stay tuned for more details!