Annapolis Region Community Arts Council (ARCAC)

Short Film / Panel Discussion / Keynote - Friday, August 15 6:00-8:00pm - King's Theatre: 209 St. George St., Annapolis Royal - FREE admission, no registration required The Annapolis Region Community Arts Council (ARCAC) invites you to a two-part presentation as part of the 2025 Paint the Town Symposium. KEYNOTE PRESENTATION: URSULA JOHNSON Ursula Johnson...Read more >

2025 Paint the Town Symposium: Panel 1 Heading to the country for inspiration is one thing. Making your life here, year in year out, is quite another. Four artists bare their rural roots in an honest discussion of the rewards and challenges of grounding their practice in smaller communities. Moderator:Therese Cruz (Shelburne) - Executive Director,...Read more >

2025 Paint the Town Symposium: Panel 2 Distance and density have always defined the differences between rural and urban life. As the online world evolves, our horizons simultaneously expand and shrink. How are these powerful new tools and opportunities affecting the lives and choices of rural artists?​ Moderator:​​Ashlee Conery (Vancouver) - Founder, Cube Commons Panelists:Bonnie...Read more >

2025 Paint the Town Symposium: Panel 3 Author Gabrielle Roy’s quote appeared in tiny print on our $20 bill for many years—a profound question for anyone engaged in building enduring communities. Living in proximity makes us neighbours. Shared experiences make us a community. Join us for this discussion on the contributions of rural artists and...Read more >

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...Read more >