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Dear Lucas, I hope you were able to enjoy the long holiday weekend. I
welcome this burst of cooler weather because it reminds me that seasons change
and time moves forward. Since the pandemic hit, time has felt surreal. Last week, we featured several staff members in a video giving
updates about all that we have accomplished over the last few months. I hope
you were inspired learning a little more about what we've been doing. Although
our programs look different, the Arvada Center staff remain dedicated and
committed to their work. They continue to amaze me with their creativity and
resiliency. If you haven't had a chance to watch the
video, please take a moment to view it. We have been looking - and will continue to look - for
innovative ways to engage you in our arts and humanities programming. From virtual
classes and distanced performances to our gallery exhibition and recently
announced radio plays, we hope you are able to find something that ignites the
arts in you. In an effort to recognize voices from marginalized communities, we
are presenting a series called Amplify. Curated by actor and director
Betty Hart, this series gives voice to Black creatives in Colorado through
music, dance and spoken word. If you haven't already, please take a look at our
most recent Amplify episode, featuring
five Black women and their remarkable talents. Our Reignite the Arts campaign continues to gain momentum.
To date, we have raised $713,847. Along with inspiring videos about our staff,
we recently held a virtual concert and auction to raise money for this
campaign. Having performers back on stage for the concert, even in masks, was
such a refreshing sight to see. The week-long auction included packages of all
shapes and sizes. Thanks to all who participated in the auction, either as
donors or bidders. Our goal was to raise $10,000 through the auction, and we
raised $15,500! Since we launched the Reignite the Arts campaign in May, we
have received gifts from longtime donors and several new supporters. Whether it
is your first gift to the Arvada Center or your hundredth, we hope that you see
how much of an impact you have made. This is an unusual time for us all, but if
you are in a place to give today, please consider making a gift to Reignite the
Arts. Every Spark counts. With gratitude, 
Philip C. Sneed President and CEO
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