Funding Arts Education for All Ages
Walnut Creek Civic Arts Education (CAE) is the premier arts education center in the Bay Area. For over 45 years, tens of thousands of Contra Costa and Bay Area residents of all ages have enjoyed a diversity of quality arts classes and programs. In schools, for example, ArtReach makes learning fun and through grants and donations, brings arts and cultural programs to underserved communities in Contra Costa County.
The Friends of Civic Arts Education Foundation is dedicated to supporting students in the myriad art programs offered by the City of Walnut Creek's Civic Arts Education Program. The Foundation provides much-needed scholarships and program support to allow all children and adults to participate in Arts Education programs at the Shadelands and Civic Park campuses and in public schools.
Mini Fundraiser All Day June 22nd
East Coast Pizza Bar & Grill
2085 N. Broadway
Across from Walnut Creek post office
Here’s your chance to enjoy delicious food and support CAE’s wonderful programs at the same time! The Friends Foundation announces a mini-fundraiser at one of Walnut Creek’s newest restaurants - East Coast Pizza Bar & Grill.
Drop on in, no reservations needed!
The event will run all day on Monday, June 22, with the restaurant contributing 25 percent of the receipts to the Friends.
“The restaurant is owned by New Yorker Jessie Grummer,” says Foundation member Mary-Leigh Miller. “She is an outgoing, enthusiastic young woman who grew up in a family restaurant and is now sharing her great recipes and expertise with the West Coast.”
Civic Arts Education Foundation’s annual gala Viva Arts returns on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Join the party at the Shadelands Art Center Auditorium for a chance to bid on fabulous silent and live auction items, including two nights for six at the Allen House in Mendocino.
Viva Arts also includes a delicious assortment of food and wine provided by local restaurants and caterers as well as a chance to meet city leaders, local business people, and others interested in promoting and supporting art education.
Proceeds provide scholarships enabling children of low-income families to participate in Walnut Creek’s many Civic Arts Education classes and programs.
