Paint the Town Symposium: Cultural Values: Art, Creativity and Economic Activity

2025 Paint the Town Symposium: Panel 4

Creative communities are an asset, which fuel activity and attract attention. Just as entrepreneurial skill can nourish an enduring artistic career, businesses can benefit from the power of creativity and culture. Join us for this discussion on how regional development can be catalyzed by the mutual interests of local artists and businesses.

Moderator:Christopher Webb (Herring Cove) – Artist/Owner, Pavia Gallery – Espresso Bar & Café

Panelists:Wade Cleveland (Yarmouth) – Musician / Radio Host / Podcast / Communications Coordinator, Western Regional Enterprise Network / Town Councillor
| Dawn Oman (Bridgetown) – Artist / Dawn Oman Art Gallery | Erin Welch (Bear River) – Owner, Sissiboo Coffee Roasters Gallery & Jon Welch (Bear River)
– Owner, Sissiboo Coffee Roasters Gallery / Councillor, County of Annapolis

Registration is required. Visit www.arcac.ca/paintthetown for more information and to register.