Magnolia LNG

FOX29/the Lake Charles CW

Union Pacific Foundation

Southwest Beverage

Deep South Productions

Parker Brand Creative

Tobacco Free Living

Calcasieu Historical Preservation Society

McDonald's of SWLA

IBERIABANK

Coca-Cola

Fusion Five

Knight Media Printing

Acadiana Profile Magazine

Tom Sawyer

Louisiana Lottery

First Federal Bank of LA

Beverage Sales

SpringHill Suites by Marriott

ASI Office Systems

Louisiana Solar Industry

The O'Carroll Group

LakeCharles.com

Thrive Magazine

Lake Charles Vapor

LCP

J&R Carriage

The Lab Design Group

Tipitina's Foundation

Botsky's Premium Hotdogs

MyPlace American Pub

Allstate - Dean Day

Empire of the Seed

Redfish Rentals

Digikast

Shearman Media

Automotive Alignment & Brake Service

Chesson Law Office

The Dev Department

Instruments A Comin' Awards Ceremony

Tonight, 5pm-7pm

Our staff recommends stopping by 409 Scott St. tonight to see Tipitina's Foundation present more than $200,000 worth of musical instruments to two deserving middle schools in our area: Ray D. Molo Middle School of Lake Charles and LeBlanc Middle School of Sulphur. There will be live music by musicians from both schools, food, wine, and tours of the Tipitina's Co-Op across the street. Call 337-433-5779 for details.

Celebrating the Season

Nov. 18-21

The Corner Gallery

2220 Ryan St., Lake Charles

The Corner Gallery will be filled with Holiday Gala and Excitement as Thanksgiving and Christmas will be just around the corner, at the Corner Gallery and Market on Louie. Register each day for prizes that will be given away at the end of the week. Come and celebrate and enjoy refreshments daily and view all the treasures offered. Call 337-436-6444 for details.

Tipitina's Foundation Instruments A Comin' Awards Ceremony

Thursday, Nov. 20, 5pm-7pm

409 Scott St., Lake Charles - adjacent to Tipitina's Music Co-Op

On Thursday, November 20, Tipitina's Foundation will present more than $20,000 worth of musical instruments to Ray D. Molo Middle School of Lake Charles and Leblanc Middle School of Sulphur through its Instruments A Comin' program. All are invited to attend the free award ceremony that will run from 5-7 PM at 409 Scott St., adjacent to the Tipitina's Music Office Co-Op on Hodges St. The event will feature live entertainment by musicians from both schools, food from local restaurants, wine & refreshments, and tours of the Co-Op. The November 20th ceremony marks the second IAC Award that Tipitina's Foundation has presented to Lake Charles area school music programs. Call 337-433-5779 for details.

Fall 2014 Senior Thesis Exhibition, Opening Reception

Thursday, Nov. 20, 6pm-8pm

Abercrombie Gallery, MSU Campus

4205 Ryan St., Lake Charles

The McNeese State University Department of Visual Arts will host the Fall Senior Exhibition Nov. 20-Dec. 12 in the Abercrombie Gallery of the Shearman Fine Arts Center. A public reception for the graduating seniors featured in the exhibit will be held from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, in Abercrombie. The featured student artists are: Skylar Burdette-Turner, Lake Charles; Desiree Burgess, Lake Charles; Brittany Chretien, Lake Charles; Ethan Crook, Sulphur; Sean Hicks, Hackberry; Jessica Howard, Lake Arthur; Lindsey Johnson, Lake Charles; Justin Krielow, Roanoke; Lanetta Lavergne, Lake Charles; Yiting Liu, Kai Feng, China; Alan W. Myers, Grand Lake; Ayumi Ogawa, Sapporo, Japan; Kathern Peal, Lake Charles; Joseph Racca, Sulphur; Ivo Reynolds, Lake Charles; Laura Runyan, Kountze, Texas; and Shawn Seyedian-Ardabili, Houston, Texas. The Abercrombie Gallery, located in Room 125 of the Shearman Fine Arts Center, is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For more information about the exhibit, call the department at 337-475-5060.

Westlake High Theatre presents The Mousetrap

Thursday, Nov. 20, 7pm

Westlake High School Theatre

1000 Garden Dr., Westlake

The Westlake High Theatre Department announces school performances of Agatha Christies, The Mousetrap. Directed by Kerry A. Onxley, Christie, the mistress of mystery, brings her creation to Westlake High Theatre. When a group of strangers are trapped together at a manor house during a snowstorm, they soon discover one of them is a murderer. Tickets are $7 per person. For more information or to reserve tickets, call 337-217-4950.

Dr. Gray's Free Range Reading Series: Open Mic

Thursday, Nov. 20, 7pm

Stellar Beans

319 Broad St., Lake Charles

This monthly event features candidates in the MFA Creative Writing program from McNeese. This month's featured readers include: Annaliese Wagner, Joel Ferdon, Cody Magee, and Justin Eleff. After the scheduled readers have shared their original works, there is open mic time for anyone who would like to read their own original writings. The readings start at 7:00 p.m. Call 337- 564-5739 for details.

Mistletoe & Moss Holiday Market

Nov. 20-22

Lake Charles Civic Center

900 Lakeshore Dr., Lake Charles

A holiday tradition in the Lake Area, this year's market will feature over 80 merchants from around the country, showcasing apparel, gifts, and accessories for women, men, and children; specialty foods; and seasonal, as well as year-round, decorative items and home furnishings. This event is sponsored by The Junior League of Lake Charles, Inc. and Luna Bar and Grill. It is open to the public and all proceeds benefit the charitable programs of The Junior League of Lake Charles, Inc. Admission is $8 per person. For details, call 337-436-4025.

Moss Bluff Harvest Festival

Nov. 20-22

Moss Bluff Recreation Complex

1180 Don Manuel Blvd., Moss Bluff

The Moss Bluff Harvest Festival will take place Thursday, Nov. 20 and Friday, Nov. 21 from 5pm to 9pm and Saturday, Nov. 22 from 9am to 9pm. There will be carnival rides, pageants, games, craft booths, food, and family fun. Admission is $2 per person. For details, call 337-540-4626.

Love, Loss & What I Wore

Nov. 20-23

ACTS Theatre

1 Reid St., Lake Charles

Ticket Info: www.actstheatre.com 

ACTS is proud to present "Love, Loss and What I Wore" which is directed by Kristina Perez Webster and presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc. Based on the bestselling book by Ilene Beckerman, Nora and Delia Ephron have created an intimate collection of monologues and ensemble pieces about women, clothes and memories. Due to mature content, this show is recommended for adult audiences only. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and $10 for students with a valid ID, and may be purchased at the box office, online at www.actstheatre.com. Call 337-433-2287 for details.

Acoustic Commons

Friday, Nov. 21, 7pm

Stellar Beans

319 Broad St., Lake Charles

This is the Stellar Beans version of open mic for acoustic musicians! Everyone is welcome to play a few tunes! Tim Norris coordinates the sign-up and music. Music starts around 7:00 p.m. Bring your friends and enjoy a fun night of music and warm beverages! Call 337- 564-5739 for details.

McNeese Fall Band Spectacular

Friday, Nov. 21, 7:30pm

Shearman Fine Arts Performing Arts Theatre, MSU Campus

4205 Ryan St., Lake Charles

The MSU Department of Performing Arts will present the Fall Band Spectacular Concert at 7:30pm on Friday, Nov. 21 in the Shearman Fine Arts Performing Arts Theatre on campus. Featured in the program will be the McNeese Wind Symphony, Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Band, and the Pride of McNeese Cowboy Marching Band. Admission is free. Call 337-475-5004 for details.

Sordid Lives

Nov. 21-23, times vary

Lake Charles Little Theatre

813 Enterprise Blvd., Lake Charles

Ticket Info: www.kcproductionsswla.org 

A colorful family from a small Texas town must come to grips with the accidental death of the elderly family matriarch during a clandestine meeting in a seedy motel room with her much younger, married neighbor. The woman's family must deal with their own demons while preparing for what could be an embarrassing funeral. Tickets are $20. Production contains strong language and adult content. For details, visit www.kcproductionsswla.org or call 337-302-2259.

Ragley Arts & Crafts Fair

Saturday, Nov. 22, 9am-4pm

Ragley Pavilion

6715 Hwy. 12, Ragley

The event, sponsored by the Ragley Historical Society, will offer a variety of unique items from vendors, including wood-carved holiday decorations, jams, jellies, pickles, local books, etc. There will also be homemade gumbo, barbeque sandwiches, and drinks for sale at the event. For details, call 337-725-6668.

Gretta Muller Book Signing: Opening Your Presence

Saturday, Nov. 22, 2pm-4pm

Stellar Beans

319 Broad St., Lake Charles

Gretta is a Lake Charles native, currently residing in New York. She will be at Stellar Beans from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. promoting her book, "Opening Your Presence". There will be reception food in addition to the kitchen being open and lots of hot beverages! Call 337- 564-5739 for details.

Learn How to Record with Studio One

Tuesday, Nov. 25, 5pm

Tipitina's Music Co-Op

2128 Hodges St., Lake Charles

Stop by Tipitina's Music Co-Op on any Tuesday during the month of November at 5pm for a Studio One Basics Workshop. Guests will be shown how to get their music into the program and how to save their projects for mixdown. Call 337-433-5779 for details.

Activities at the Children's Museum

327 Broad Street, Lake Charles

Call 337-433-9420 for details

Fri., Nov. 21: Playdough, 3:30pm

Tonight: Alvin Touchet & 3 Hour Tour, Cooler's, 6pm; Bernie Alan, Mikko Live (Coushatta), 7pm; The Will Wesley Band, Caribbean Cove (Isle of Capri), 8pm; J Paul Jr. & the Zydeco Nubreeds, The Center Stage, 8pm; DJ Jose Matta, Jack After Dark, 11pm

Friday: Kasey Chestnut, Loggerhead's, 7pm; Paul Gonsoulin, Luna Bar & Grill, 7pm; River Katz, Mary's Lounge, 8pm; Tommy Shreve Band, Jack After Dark, 8pm; Craig Morgan, Texas Longhorn Club, 8pm; Pookie Marceaux Band, Caribbean Cove (Isle of Capri), 8pm; Ryan Foret & Foret Tradition, Mikko Live (Coushatta), 9pm; BB & Company, Gator Lounge (Delta Downs), 9pm; Luke Cooper & the Alibis, Cigar Club, 9pm; Grey Wolfz, The Center Stage, 9pm; Dark Side of the Lake, Luna LIVE, 9pm; Vection, Luna LIVE, 10pm; DJ Jose Matta, Jack After Dark, 11pm

Saturday: Paul Gonsoulin, Luna Bar & Grill, 7pm; Twangster's Union, Caribbean Cove (Isle of Capri), 8pm; Larry Tillery & the Vagabond Dreamers, Cooler's, 9pm; BB & Company, Gator Lounge (Delta Downs), 9pm; David Locklear/Keith Kire, Longhorn's, 9pm; Ryan Foret & Foret Tradition, Mikko Live (Coushatta), 9pm; William Christian, Cigar Club, 9pm; Certain Satellites/Radar vs. Wolf/The Ron Jeremies/All Rites Reserved, MyPlace American Pub, 9:30pm; Mason Reed/Sinners, Luna LIVE, 10pm; DJ Jose Matta, Jack After Dark, 11pm

Sunday: Street Side Jazz Band, Luna Bar & Grill, 11am; Brad Brinkley & Comfort Zone, Mary's Lounge, 5pm

Tuesday: Mickey Smith, Loggerhead's, 6:30pm

Wednesday: Chris Miller & Bayou Roots, Loggerhead's, 6:30pm; A Night Like This: Tribute to the Cure, MyPlace American Pub, 8pm; Kory Fontenot, Cigar Club, 8pm; Encore, Mikko Live (Coushatta), 9pm; The Tugboats, Luna LIVE, 10pm

The Mines presents A Christmas Carol

Nov. 29-30

W.W. Lewis Auditorium

1752 Cypress St., Sulphur

A Christmas Carol is based on a novel by English author Charles Dickens. The play tells the story of a bitter old miser named Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformation resulting from a supernatural visit by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present and Yet to Come. The Mines, Sulphur Community Theatre, was formed on September 4, 2014. Several individuals with a vision for creating a community theatre came together under the guidance of the SC3, a non-profit 501c3, to begin work. Tickets are $15 for adults, $7.50 for children 16 and under, $12.50 for balcony seating, and $25 for reserved areas. Call 337-215-1301 for details.

Holiday Art Market

Dec. 12-13

Central School Arts & Humanities Center

809 Kirby St., Lake Charles

The Arts Council of SWLA invites the public to the annual Holiday Art Market on Fri., Dec. 12 from 3pm to 7pm and Sat., Dec. 13 from 10am to 4pm. Local artists will sell affordable original artwork for holiday gifts, including pottery, prints, photography, and original paintings. The SJ Welsh Art Club will also sell student work to raise funds for the club, and 10% of the event's proceeds will go to fund scholarships for the CPSB's Summer Arts Camp 2015. For details, call 337-439-2787.

The Little Drummer Boy

Dec. 11-13, times vary

Rosa Hart Theatre, Lake Charles Civic Center

900 Lakeshore Dr., Lake Charles

Ticket Info: www.lakecharlescivicballet.com 

The Lake Charles Civic Ballet (LCCB) announces upcoming holiday performance dates for the beloved classic, The Little Drummer Boy, presented by L'Auberge Lake Charles and KVHP Fox 29/The Lake Charles CW7.  Performances are December 11, 12, and 13, 2014 at the Rosa Hart Theatre. School performances will be held Thursday, December 11 and Friday, December 12 at 9:30am and 11am, and tickets for school matinees are just $5.00 per student. On Saturday, December 13 there will be an 11am Matinee and 6pm Gala. Tickets for these performances are $10.00 for students and $15.00 for adults. Tickets may be purchased at the door, online at www.lakecharlescivicballet.com, or by calling Ladonna McKnight at 337-474-0311.

The Nutcracker

Dec. 11-14

Shearman Fine Arts Performing Arts Theatre, MSU Campus

4205 Ryan St., Lake Charles

Ticket Info: www.lakecharlesnutcracker.com 

Enjoy this holiday classic from Tchaichovsky with Thursday and Friday performances at 9am, Saturday performances at 2pm & 7:30pm, and a Sunday performance at 2pm. It will be performed in the style of Ida Winter Clark and produced by Emily Coleman. For details, visit www.lakecharlesnutcracker.com or call 337-475-5027.

Los Angeles Center for Digital Art Juried Exhibit - Deadline: Dec. 1, 2014

Show your work in our un-juried exhibit featuring digital art and photography at the tenth anniversary exhibit of this very popular program. All entries will be printed (8.5"x11" on heavyweight paper) and shown in our gallery arranged in a grid. Entrants submit JPEG files of original work. Multiple entries are permitted. Separate registration fee required for each image. Special consideration will be given to all entrants for inclusion in future shows at LACDA. Many entrants from past competitions have already been included in our exhibits. Exhibit Dates: December 11, 2014-January 3, 2015. The exhibit is international, open to all geographical locations. Registration fee is $35US per image. Multiple entries permitted, additional $35 entry fee for each image to be exhibited. For details, visit www.lacda.com/juried/juriedshow.html.  

Art Associates Gallery Call for Exhibit Proposals - Deadline: Jan. 1, 2015

Art Associates of Lake Charles is currently accepting proposals for exhibits to hang in their gallery space located at Central School. All artists working in 2D and 3D work are accepted. A panel composed of representatives from Art Associates of Lake Charles, the Arts Council of SWLA, and the McNeese Visual Arts Department will review submissions. Gallery space is free of charge and the artist receives 100% of sales provided that the individual/organization furnishes delivery and installation of work as well as breakdown and removal of work. A $100 deposit will be required and held until the state of the gallery after the removal of the exhibit is approved. To submit work, contact the Arts Council office at 337-439-2787.

American Music Board Applications Sought - Deadline: Jan. 9, 2015

American Music Abroad (AMA)'s application round for the 2014-15 season in now open! American Music Abroad is designed to communicate America's rich musical contributions and diverse culture to the global music scene. Each year, approximately ten ensembles are selected to embark on month-long, multi-country tours. Ensembles from any characteristically American musical genres, including, but not limited to Blues, Bluegrass, Cajun, Country, Folk, Latin, Native American, Gospel, Hip Hop/Urban, Indie Rock, Jazz, Punk, R&B and Zydeco are welcome to apply. Ensembles will be selected for artistic quality, a strong education and interactive component, and a dedication to cultural engagement. Previous American Music Abroad ensembles have reached audiences in more than 75 countries who had little or no access to live American music. For more information please visit www.amvoices.org/ama/apply.

NextNotes High School Composition Awards - Deadline: Jan. 12, 2015

American Composers Forum, is a national non-profit organization that supports composers that recently launched a new, national program for teenage composers of any genre. NextNotes� High School Composition Awards (www.NextNotes.org), provides students with mentorship from professional composers, performance of their composition by professional musicians, a $1000 scholarship and much more. Also, unlike some other programs, it is free to apply for NextNotes. Application Deadline: Monday, January 12, 2015. For more information please visit: www.composersforum.org/program/nextnotes.  

Battle of Pleasant Hill Poster Contest - Deadline: Feb. 1, 2015

The Battle of Pleasant Hill Re-enactment Committee announces the second annual poster contest to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War Battle of Pleasant Hill. Any medium may be used to create the poster artwork, and the artwork must include "150th Anniversary" and the date of the actual battle: April 9, 1864. Artist must be willing to give copy rights for the poster artwork that is created to the BOPH committee to be used however the committee wishes. Poster artwork must be submitted by February 1, 2015 by email to boph1864@yahoo.com or mailed to P.O. Box 384, Pleasant Hill, LA 71065. For details, call 318-658-5785.

George Rodrigue Foundation Call for Student Art - Deadline: Feb. 12, 2015

The George Rodrigue Foundation for the Arts and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation are seeking student artwork for their 2015 art contest. Applicants are invited to explore Louisiana's rich musical heritage. All juniors and seniors in Louisiana are eligible for entry in the GRFA Art Contest. No test score, grade point average or college major requirement is necessary for enter. The contest is open to all juniors and seniors attending public and private schools, home schooled students, and GED students. The winning artist will have the opportunity to collaborate with the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts team to design a special poster to be sold at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation's free festivals including the Crescent City Blues and BBQ Festival, the Louisiana Cajun Zydeco Festival, Congo Square Rhythms Festival, and Fiesta Latina. For details, visit www.rodriguefoundation.org. 

Downtown Crawfish Festival Art Contest - Deadline: March 6, 2015

The Festival, along with Cultural Partner Associated Louisiana Artists Gallery by the Lake, is looking for a few good artists to help celebrate this grand occasion by entering original art work to be possibly chosen as the official 2015 Festival Poster. All entries must be original and conceived by the artist. No copyrighted work, in whole or part, will be accepted.  No enhanced digital images will be accepted. Only the lettering of the poster may be digitally done.  All artwork applications must include the artist's name, address, phone number and email.  Entries will be accepted Tuesday, March 3rd to Friday, March 6th between 12 and 5 pm at the Gallery by the Lake, 106 West Pryce Street, Lake Charles. For applications, visit www.downtowncrawfest.com or the Gallery by the Lake at 106 West Pryce Street. The winning poster will be unveiled at the Press Conference in early April. All entries will also be on display during the SWLA ArtWalk at the Gallery by the Lake for all attendees to see. For more information, call 337-478-9405.

Louisiana Theatre Festival Accepting Registrations

The Louisiana Theatre Festival will take place on Saturday, Nov, 8, 2014, at Central School in Lake Charles. Children in grades 6-12 are welcome to register. Visit www.ltf.cc or call 337-377-2571 to register.

Louisiana Artist Roster Accepting Listings

The Louisiana Office of Cultural Development, Division of the Arts will support a Louisiana Artist Roster as mechanism to promote performing and visual artists. The purpose of the roster is to support Louisiana artists who want to tour and exhibit statewide, regionally, nationally and internationally. It will be used to promote Louisiana's artists at upcoming local, regional and national events, and other conferences and opportunities throughout the year as they arise. The Louisiana Artist Roster is a listing of Louisiana artists that have professional experience with shows, exhibits, or performances of all genres who are tour-ready and available for statewide, regional, national or international bookings, exhibitions and special events. Artists must complete the online application and will be selected for the roster through a peer review process. For details or how to apply, please contact Danny Belanger at dbelanger@crt.la.gov or 225-342-8209.

Creative Arts Center Available for Lessons & Workshops

Associated Louisiana Artists announces that its Creative Arts Center is available to non-member artists and teachers to conduct lessons and workshops. The CAC is an extension of the Gallery by the Lake at 106 W. Pryce St. It is a specialized teaching center with work tables, audio/visual equipment and an overhead mirror to show tabletop work. Arrangements can be made by calling 436-1008 during gallery hours, noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. An answering machine will take messages during other hours.

Associated Louisiana Artist's On-Going Art Classes

Join at any time! Professional teachers in watercolors and oils with easel-side individual instruction. Come and enjoy the fellowship and fun in a state of the art facility. All levels of learning are invited. Prices range from $30 to $50 a month. Call 337-478-1008 between 12 and 5 pm Tuesday through Friday, email info@gallerybythelake.com or just come by and visit at 106 W. Pryce Street, in downtown Lake Charles. 

Dewey Fine Art Announces Morning Art Classes

Watercolor classes available for beginning and intermediate adult students, the group classes allow for an individually guided pace, while choosing their own subject matter. Covering the basic drawing and perspective techniques in a fun, relaxing environment. Call 337-477-0124 for details.

Adult Guitar Classes Open Enrollment

Tina Wing will teach a McNeese Adult Guitar class starting every Tuesday from 7:30 - 8:30PM. Call 337-475-5616 to enroll.

Theatre Training Registration Open for Children

A wide variety of workshops are available including Stageworks, and Creative Dramatics. Call 337-433-7323 or visit www.childrenstheatre.cc for details.

Lake Charles Community Band Open to New Members

The Lake Charles Community Band is welcoming new members. All instruments are needed. Practices are on Monday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00 at the Lake Charles Boston Academy Choir Room. Please contact Denise at 625-5330 for more information.

Christmas Under the Oaks Seeking Food Vendors

Event Date: December 5-6, 2014

The City of Sulphur and the Brimstone Historical Society are seeking food vendors for this year's Christmas Under the Oaks event. Vendors are responsible for setting up and tearing down all units they operate at event. Vendors need to provide all equipment, including extension cords and hose. If electricity is required, a $25 feet will be collected. Festival hours are Friday, Dec. 5, 5-10pm and Saturday, Dec. 6, 12-10pm. To apply, contact the Mayor's office at 337-527-4500 or email mayorsoffice@sulphur.org.

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Seeking Art and Craft Vendors

Event Date: April 24-May 3, 2015

The Festival is accepting vendor applications from artists and craftspeople. The festival will once again showcase three unique craft areas: Congo Square African Marketplace, Contemporary Crafts, and Louisiana Marketplace. To apply, visit www.nojazzfest.com. Application fee is $30 and the deadline to apply is Dec. 2, 2014. Festival dates are April 24 through May 3, 2015. For details, call 504-410-4100.

Area Farmers Market Seeking Art Vendors (Ongoing)

The Charlestown Farmers Market and the Cash & Carry Farmers Markers are seeking art vendors. The Charlestown Farmers Market takes place each Saturday from 8AM - 12Noon on Bilbo Street behind Historic City Hall. Visit www.cityoflakecharles.com for details. The Cash & Carry Farmers Market features local art and hand-crafted items on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 4pm-6pm at 801 Enterprise Blvd in Lake Charles. Visit www.cashandcarryfarmersmarket.com for vendor application.

Free Swim Soup Now Accepting Proposals for Microgrants

Free Swim SOUP is now accepting ideas for its next SOUP, a community dinner celebrating creative projects in Southwest Louisiana. Four ideas will be presented ranging from art, urban agriculture, social justice, social entrepreneurship, education, technology, etc. Each presenter has fifteen minutes to share his or her idea and then field questions from the diners. Anyone in the Lake Charles community, as well as the Five Parish Area, is eligible to submit a proposal. If you have an idea for a community-minded project, or your business, non-profit, club, or organization requires monetary assistance to realize a goal, Free Swim SOUP can help provide funding with microgrants from $50 up to $1000 (depending on attendance and donation amounts).

New Orleans Theatre Association - Grant Applications Accepted Quarterly

Grants are available for any arts-related endeavors, but are particularly aimed at schools and educational institutes that are active in the performing arts, including music, drama, and dance, as well as related areas such as acting, directing, writing, and producing. Most grants will fall in the range of $500 to $5,000 but other amounts are available and there is no preset maximum amount. More information and a grant application form are available at www.neworleanstheatreassociation.com. 

New England Foundation for the Arts

The New England Foundation for the Arts is accepting proposals for its Native American Artists Exchange Program, which supports an exchange of ideas between two Native American artists from different regions. Visit http://www.nefa.org/grants_programs/grants/national_native_artist_exchange_grant to learn more.

National Endowment for the Arts

The National Endowment for the Arts Office of Research and Analysis is accepting applications for Research: Art Works, which supports research that investigates the value of the US arts ecosystem and the impact of the arts on other domains of American Life. Visit http://arts.gov/grants-organizations/research-art-works to learn more.

Pollination Project

The Pollination Project invites applications from social entrepreneurs for seed grants of up to $1,000, which will be awarded to individuals for projects in the early stages of development that promote compassion toward all life, justice, community health and wellness, and social change-oriented arts and culture. Visit http://thepollinationproject.org/applicantinformatio/funding-guidelines/ to learn more.