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Series of hands-on workshops, spring/summer/fall intensives for ages 11-18 to launch in April With a new slate of hands-on intensives, ArtsXchange is encouraging young people to push their involvement in the arts from just a hobby to a dedicated career path. Creative Careers for Youth is ArtsXchange’s initiative designed to give young people, ages 11-18, the professional tools, creative freedom, mentorship, and STEAM skills they need as the next generation of innovators. It will begin with a writing and music industry focus in April, and continues through the summer and fall with varied classes on creative design, stage production, photography and more. “We are inviting young people to think about new ways to create their own futures,” said ArtsXchange Executive Director Alice Lovelace. “Creativity and critical thinking are among the top skills employers are looking for." With over 5 million jobs in the U.S. now rooted in the creative industries, these workshops provide a direct pipeline to future employability in the arts, technology, marketing, and entrepreneurship. More importantly, they provide a safe, supportive third space where local teens can find their voice and build their confidence. In a world where parents are doing their best to provide every advantage, ArtsXchange is stepping in to offer supplemental, high-level learning that is both affordable and deeply impactful. Our philosophy is simple: Art belongs to everyone. By keeping costs low and quality high, we’re ensuring that young creators have a seat at the table in the global creative economy. Creative Careers for Youth isn't your average after-school craft hour. Research from the Arts Education Partnership shows that students with access to the arts score significantly higher on standardized tests and report higher levels of happiness, emotional intelligence, and school engagement. By adding the “A” for arts to STEAM — long known as STEM, or science, technology, engineering and math — ArtsXchange is helping to build well-rounded thinkers. “We're showing our youth that their passion for music, fashion, or storytelling is actually a gateway to a successful, focused career, no matter what sector they pursue,” Lovelace said. Registration will open Friday, March 13, at artsxchange.org. CREATIVE CAREERS FOR YOUTH | INTENSIVES CALENDAR MUSIC INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT: Music in Common strengthens, empowers, and connects communities through the universal language of music. The organization curates experiences for people across social divides to discover common ground through facilitated conversation and music. At its core, MIC holds high two foundational principles: it is hard to hate up close and music can change the world. THREE CHORDS & THE TRUTH (SPRING BREAK INTENSIVE) April 7-8 • 11am-4pm • $50 with Trey Carlisle (EMCEE P.O.E.T.R.E.Y.) & Brianna Nicola (Bree Soul) Behind every great artist and performance is a great song. This workshop teaches the basics of songwriting: song structure, hooks, riffs, and melodies. Bring your lunch; snacks and supplies provided. AGES 11-18. JAMMS: JOURNALISM AS MUSIC, MULTIMEDIA, & SONGWRITING (SUMMER INTENSIVE) June 22-27 • 11am–4pm • $125 | July 13-18 • 11am-4pm • $125 with Trey Carlisle (EMCEE P.O.E.T.R.E.Y.) & Brianna Nicola (Bree Soul) Through conversation, participants collaborate to write songs that deepen cultural awareness and build bridges between diverse backgrounds and divided communities. Bring your lunch; snacks/supplies provided. AGES 11-18. BACKSTAGE Nov. 23-24 • 11am-4pm • $50 with Trey Carlisle (EMCEE P.O.E.T.R.E.Y.) , Brianna Nicola (Bree Soul) , & Todd Mack Prefer to work behind the scenes? Explore booking, stage production, lighting, social media, marketing and all the parts of putting a show together. Bring your lunch; snacks/supplies provided. AGES 11-18. WRITING INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT: INK SPIRE: CREATIVE COMMUNICATIONS (SPRING BREAK INTENSIVE) April 6-10 • 11am-4pm • $125 with Theresa Davis Through guided workshops, collaboration, and professional tools and techniques, students will discover how creative communication shapes the world. Each participant will create a zine as a tangible reflection of their ideas and growing confidence as creators. Bring your lunch; snacks/supplies provided. AGES 11-15. VISUAL LITERACY & MEDIA (SUMMER INTENSIVE) July 6-10 • 11am-4pm • $125 | July 20-25 • 11am-4pm • $125 with Theresa Davis What does it really mean to see? Explore the power of silent storytelling — how images communicate meaning without a word. AGES 11-15. STORIES THAT STICK: LINKING LITERACY TO LEADERSHIP & WORLD-CHANGING IMPACT Sept. 5 • 2-5pm | Sept. 19 • 11am-2pm | Oct. 3 • 2-5pm | Oct. 17 • 11am-2pm | Nov. 7 • 2-5pm | Nov. 21 • 11am-2pm Dec. 5 • 2–5 pm Dec. 19 • 11am-2pm $50 for full series with Theresa Davis Practice community storytelling by interviewing elders and local figures for mini- documentaries. Serve as literary ambassadors through a story hour for younger kids and a holiday book drive. AGES 11-15. VISUAL & CREATIVE DESIGN INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT: SNEAKERHEADZ CREATIVE DESIGN (SPRING BREAK INTENSIVE) April 8-9 • 11am-4pm • $50 with Zerric Clinton Calling all sneakerheads! In this session, you'll listen to your favorite music for inspiration as you create new designs for your favorite sneakers. Focus on creative use of color, symbolism, and patterns to add a distinct twist to your kicks. Bring your own shoes; design supplies will be provided. AGES 11-15. REMIX & REWEAR YOUTH FASHION & PRINTMAKING LAB (SUMMER INTENSIVE) July 20-25 • 11am-4pm • $125 with Jasimine Agapé Pennywell Explore printmaking, surface design, and creative upcycling through fashion! Participants will transform garments and textiles using techniques such as fabric printing, painting, and sewing. Sewing experience is not required. Students will learn to reimagine clothing as a form of self-expression while engaging with sustainability, design, and personal style. Bring your lunch; snacks/supplies provided. AGES 11-18 . LIGHT IN MY LENS: EXPLORING THE WORLD THROUGH PHOTOGRAPHY Nov. 23-25 • 1-3pm • $75 with Chanda Scott In a world where images are everywhere, learning how to create them with intention is a powerful skill. This class helps students move beyond simply taking pictures to understanding how images communicate meaning, emotion, and story. They begin to recognize that their perspective matters — and that the way they see the world is worth sharing. Bring you smartphone. AGES 11-18. Click the cover to flip through the Creative Careers for Youth programming booklet!

The ArtsXchange will become a portal to a music multiverse as it launches The Jazz Xchange , a quarterly concert series showcasing the high-energy fusion of jazz with rock, funk, and R&B. The series kicks off with a headline performance by The Goode Stuff Experience , led by trumpeter and composer Tiffany Goode , at 8 p.m. March 26 in the Paul Robeson Theater at ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St. in East Point. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 and available on EventBrite . The Jazz Xchange represents the next chapter in ArtsXchange’s history of jazz programming. A venue known for hosting the legendary Joe’s Jazz Joint with Joe Jennings and free Jazz Matters concerts during the last two Jazz Appreciation Months, ArtsXchange continues its mission of bringing world-class musicians to the community at grassroots prices. For Goode, this series goes beyond a concert to a spiritual and cultural exchange. “This series is important to me because it explores the diversity and the similarities in music,” she said. “Music is multi-tiered and its frequencies have the ability to impact emotion, to heal, and to transform.” Under the theme “The Music Multiverse,” Goode and her ensemble will celebrate the genre that she defines as the essential thread connecting all modern sounds. “Jazz is the background of the complete musical landscape – it’s the foundation of everything in music,” Goode said. “This series seeks to bring all of these facets into one room.” The night will also feature a special guest performer to be revealed during the set.

Check out the Jack Sinclair Gallery Call for Artists opportunities for 2026. Submit your applications today! OPEN CALLS Toxic Beauty Hidden Harm Beneath the Surface Juried Show - Cash Awards Exhibition Dates: Sat, April 11 - Sat, May 16, 2026 Deadline for Submissions:  Friday, March 6, 2026  Eligibility: 18 years of age or older Artwork generated primarily through AI tools will not be included in the review process. The jury panel will only evaluate original artist-driven compositions. Application Fee $30 Application Fee | Non Refundable Awards Awards will be given to works that most strongly reflect and embody the exhibition’s theme. 1 st  place: $300 2 nd  place: $200 3 rd  place: $100 APPLY / LEARN MORE 2026 South Fulton County Invitational Exhibition Dates: Sat, June 6, 2026 – Fri, July 3, 2026 Deadline for Submissions:  Friday, Feb 27, 2026  Eligibility: Artists must reside in South Fulton County (Georgia) in one of the following cities Chattahoochee Hills College Park  East Point Fairburn Hapeville Palmetto Union City South Fulton Application Fee: No Application/Entry Fee APPLY / LEARN MORE Questions? Email our Gallery Director - sinclairgallery@artsxchange.org PAST CALLS 2026 Pin Up Show + Sale 2026 PIN UP SHOW & SALE EVENT Sat, January 17, 2026 | 5PM - 7PM Deadline for Submissions: Applications open until spaces are filled. Limited spaces available! THEME: Pin Up Art – Artists must be able to hang/display their artwork using no more than 4 push pins. PARTICIPATING ARTIST REQUIREMENTS: All participating artists must be current ArtsXchange members (at any level) or become members of ArtsXchange to submit work in the 2025 Pin-up Show + Sale. Applicants must be 18 or older. Artists are responsible for collecting payment from purchasers. Artists keep 100% of their sales. Artists are responsible for providing wrapping/packaging materials to purchasers as needed. Admitted artists must be present or have a representative present for the full duration of the Pin Up Show. APPLY / LEARN MORE

DONATE TODAY Rooted in Justice. Growing through Art. Give & Grow With Us | Giving Tuesday 2025 Dear ArtsXchange Community, Here, art belongs to everyone. For more than four decades, the ArtsXchange has stood as a sanctuary for artists, storytellers, creative entrepreneurs, and community builders. In 2025 alone, we served over 10,000 people, and our spaces welcomed more than 17,000 individuals for exhibitions, workshops, performances, environmental programming, event rentals, and community gatherings. Every voice lifted, every story shared, every seed planted, and every young person who steps into their creativity is possible because people like you choose to invest in justice and transformation through art. This Giving Tuesday , and as we move into 2026, we ask for your continued support to expand the work that has taken root—and to grow new possibilities that nourish our community for generations. With gratitude, The ArtsXchange Team DONATE TODAY Donate Online Become a Member More Ways to Donate Make A Donation Our Members and Donors are an essential part of raising our annual operations budget and allow us to continue our work. We invite you to support our efforts and further invest in our mission by making a donation and becoming a member today! 1/1 Donate Online Your generous and 100% tax-deductible gift shows your belief in our mission. Your secure online donation will be processed through GiveLively. 1/11 Your support matters! Donating to the ArtsXchange is a meaningful way to contribute to the cultural enrichment and artistic vibrancy of our community. By supporting our non-profit organization, you are directly investing in the growth and sustainability of local artists and creatives. Your donation plays a crucial role in enabling us to continue our mission of fostering creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference in empowering artists, enriching the community, and fostering a more vibrant and inclusive cultural landscape. DONATE ONLINE When you donate to the artsxchange, you are helping to fund a variety of impactful programs and initiatives that benefit both artists and the community as a whole. Your contribution goes towards sustaining essential projects such as: The Resident Studio Artists Studio program , which provides a supportive environment for artists to thrive both artistically and economically. This program empowers artists to pursue their passion and build successful careers in the arts. The Jack Sinclair Gallery , a platform that showcases and promotes visual artists at various stages of their careers, from emerging talents to established professionals. Your donation helps us create opportunities for artists to exhibit their work and connect with a wider audience. The community event space , a vital resource that offers affordable venues for artists to create, showcase, and share their artistic endeavors. Additionally, these spaces serves as a hub for community and civic groups to host events and activities that align with their mission of service and engagement. Your support is instrumental in sustaining the artsxchange as a hub of creativity, diversity, and cultural exchange. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference in empowering artists, enriching the community, and fostering a more vibrant and inclusive cultural landscape. Thank you for considering a donation to the artsxchange and being a part of our collective effort to nurture the arts and creativity in our community. Mail A Check Be sure to include your name and address when mailing your donation. We'd like to send a thank-you note! ArtsXchange 2148 Newnan Street East Point, GA 30344 More Ways to Donate

Your Support Matters The ArtsXchange is an art space that empowers artists, social justice activists, and creative entrepreneurs to engage communities with innovative artistic learning experiences and cultural exchange. Our programming is designed to be inclusive, diverse, and to encourage positive change as participants come to a better understanding of themselves and others. Our art is our activism. Whether you are a member or a donor, we thank you for your generosity today. How would you like to get involved? Become a member Donate Rent event space Volunteer

The ArtsXchange (Southeast Community Cultural Center) is a nonprofit, multicultural, multidisciplinary, multi-ethnic, inter-generational arts organization. Located at 2148 Newnan Street East Point, GA 30344 HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO GET INVOLVED? Attend an event Rent event space Visit the gallery NEWS & UPDATES 2026 Jack Sinclair Gallery - Call for Artists Check out the Jack Sinclair Gallery Call for Artists opportunities for 2026. Submit your applications today! OPEN CALLS Toxic Beauty Hidden Harm Beneath the Surface Juried Show - Cash Awards Exhibition Dates: Sat, April 11 - Sat, May 16, 2026 Deadline for Submissions: Friday, March 6, 2026 Eligibility: 18 years of age or older Artwork generated primarily through AI tools will not be included in the review process. The jury panel will only evaluate original artist-driven com MORE NEWS ABOUT THE ARTSXCHANGE ArtsXchange is a cultural facility founded in the Black Arts Tradition that empowers artists, social justice activists, and creative entrepreneurs to engage communities through the transformative power of the arts. The pillars of our programming are Visual Arts, Literature and Literacy, and Land Conservation. We serve our communities through workshops, exhibitions, concerts, health and wellness classes, films, performances, and community gardens. We make the arts accessible to individuals traditionally excluded from creative industries, responding directly to community needs through partnerships and collaborations with like-minded arts organizations, social justice advocates, and people-led initiatives. Learn more EVENTS & CLASSES 4th Saturday Writers Workshop Saturday, February 28, 2026 5:00 PM Learn More / Get Tickets Playing With Our Words Saturday, February 28, 2026 7:00 PM Learn More / Get Tickets XChange Open Mic and Slam Saturday, March 14, 2026 12:00 AM Learn More / Get Tickets MORE EVENTS & CLASSES Free | Open to the public Tuesday - Saturday | 10AM - 6PM Alchemical Marriage When Forces Join, Clash, Dissolve, And Reform Feb 7, 2026 - March 21, 2026 Learn more JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER Sign up for the ArtsXchange newsletter and stay up to date with the latest events and announcements. First name* Last name* Email* Phone I want to subscribe to the ArtsXchange mailing list. Join CONTACT US Got a question? Send us a message and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. First Name Email Last Name Phone Number Topic Your message I want to subscribe to the ArtsXchange Newsletter. Submit Your contact form has been submitted. Thank you! The ArtsXchange would like to give a special thank you to East Point Convention and Visitors Bureau. Learn more about East Point CVB