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Dear Artsplace Community:
We hope you and your family are well. Artsplace building is currently closed and Spring Session is cancelled. Summer Session will begin later… if possible to begin at all.
Governor Lamont said reopening the state is a business decision but "most importantly it's a public health decision." Albert Ko, co-chair of AdvanceCT, the state's advisory reopening committee, said there needs to be a decline in coronavirus cases and hospital admissions for 14 straight days. The deadline sited for an updated decision is May 20.
Please try to make the creation of art an essential part of recovery from the stress of this COVID crisis. Feel fortunate that you have this interest, whether you consider it a hobby or a passion. Making art creates a calm zone, as most of us have experienced and we all need today.
An update on going forward: We are working on the creation of online workshops, offered by some of your favorite teachers! We have many ideas and hope to attract students of all ages. As soon as they are viable you will receive an email.
If you could send me a brief message on the importance Artsplace makes in your lives, it would be much appreciated. Please do email me topics or workshops you would like to see offered online. You may contact me at jpilarczyk@cheshirect.org.
I have sad news to share. We lost a treasured long-time student, Janet Kirk on March 31. She was a beloved and incredible artist, fearless and original. Teachers and classmates are understandably devastated. Her beloved husband Tom followed her ten days afterward. We offer deepest sympathy to Janet’s family.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
With kindest wishes for your safety and strength in this challenging time,
JOAN PILARCZYK, DIRECTOR
