Shunpike
Application deadline: 7/6/2013

Reporting to the Board of Directors, Shunpike’s Executive Director manages the organization, supports its growth and development, and works to continually improve the services we offer to our member arts organizations. Shunpike is a nonprofit arts organization whose mission is to fuel innovation in the arts by building productive partnerships, cultivating leadership and providing direct services to arts groups of all kinds. We provide arts groups with back-office services that strengthen their day-to-day operations, while also offering strategic guidance that leads them toward their long-term goals. Shunpike serves more than 300 arts groups throughout Washington—representing more than 5,000 artists and more than 100,000 public participants annually. Our annual operating budget is approximately $500,000, and we manage over $1,500,000 for our fiscally sponsored organizations. You can learn more online at www.shunpike.org.

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White River Valley Museum
Dates: 8/5-9/2013 

Kids age 7-12 will explore the daily activities of farm life in the early 20th century at King County’s best preserved subsistence farm, the Mary Olson Farm. Kids will care for farm animals, work in the garden, prepare farm fresh food and play historic games. Camp is held from 9 AM – noon daily at the Farm. Small snack is provided daily. Cost is $80 per child, and there will be a parents reception on Friday, August 9. To make reservations, contact Rachael Burrum at rburrum@auburnwa.gov or 253-288-7439.  For more information, visit the White River Valley Museum website.

White River Valley Museum
Dates: 7/15-19/2013

One week of fun, hands-on museum activities for kids age 7-12 that will explore what it takes to be a curator. Kids will investigate artifacts, research collections and create their own exhibit display.  Camp is held from 9 AM – noon daily at the White River Valley Museum, 918 H Street SE on the Auburn Community Campus.  Small snack is provided daily. Cost is $80 per child, and there will be a parents reception on July 19. To make reservations, contact Rachael Burrum at rburrum@auburnwa.gov or 253-288-7439.

Arts Unlimited

Register for the 8th Annual Downtown Renton Art & Antique Walk, which will be held on August 24, 2013.  It will feature paintings, multi-media, pottery, sculpture, crafts and photography displays from over 100 local artists, as well as live music and dance performances, from Burnett to Main, along S 3rd Street.  Free parking available along surface streets.  For an application, click here.

Historical Society of Federal Way
Now through 8/29/2013

You can see historic photos on display at Federal Way City Hall, 33325 8th Ave S, and at:

• Chamber of Commerce, 31919 1st Ave S. Suite 202
• Applebees, front entrance, 1801 S. 320th
• Heritage Bank, 32303 Pacfic Highway South
• Federal Way Municipal Court, 33325 8th Ave S

– all in Federal Way.

Renton History Museum
Now through 8/31/2013

Visit the Museum to see the first gallery showing of visual art from the City of Renton Collection. The exhibit features many pieces often not seen by the public. Guest Curator Colleen Lenahan uses the City’s collection to explore how art enhances our sense of place. This exhibit is a collaboration between the Renton History Museum, the Renton Municipal Arts Commission, and the University of Washington Museology Graduate Program.  The Renton History Museum is located at 235 Mill Avenue S in Renton.

Renton History Museum
Now through 8/31/2013

Living the Dream presents the dreams of English Language Learners (ELL) from Dimmit Middle School in the Renton School District. The Renton School District offers ELL classes for students in kindergarten through twelfth grade whose primary language is not English. ELL students at Dimmit Middle School contributed their individual stories for this exhibit. They arrived from different countries and different continents with their own unique aspirations. All of them share the same challenge, however: to learn English so they can fulfill their dreams.  The Renton History Museum is located at 235 Mill Avenue S in Renton.

Based in Enumclaw, Washington, Arts Alive! Center for the Arts is an all volunteer, non-profit organization that exists to foster art awareness and provide support for our highly diverse and talented community of visual, performing and literary artists on the Enumclaw Plateau. We provide financial support, encouragement and direction to individuals and groups participating in all facets of the arts, from the aspiring student to the seasoned veteran.

• Samantha Rheinford, Gallery Manager
• 1429 Cole Street, Enumclaw WA 98022
• 360.802.6787
• gallery@plateauartsalive.org
• www.plateauartsalive.org

4Culture
Deadline for 2013 positions: 6/24/2013

4Culture (King County) King County residents interested in public service and with knowledge of and interest in the areas of arts, heritage, preservation or public art are invited to apply for one of four positions on the 4Culture Board of Directors. If selected and confirmed by the King County Council, Board members serve a maximum of two three-year terms.

4Culture, the cultural services agency for King County, Washington is committed to making our region stronger by supporting citizens and groups who preserve our shared heritage, and create arts and cultural opportunities for residents and visitors.

4Culture is a tax-exempt public development authority (PDA), with a fifteen member Board of Directors, who are nominated by the King County Executive and confirmed by the King County Council. A Public Development Authority is a public entity created by cities or counties to provide public services with the agility and flexibility of the private sector; to provide services more efficiently than an agency of government; and administer federal and state funds.

The Board of Directors governs 4Culture, with individuals representing the broad cultural, geographic and ethnic diversity of King County, as well as backgrounds in arts, heritage, historic preservation, and public art, finance, tourism, education, real estate and government relations. 4Culture Board members bring an impressive wealth of experience and knowledge to their roles and are primarily responsible for:

• organizational financial oversight;
• securing and maintaining resources from all levels of government;
• advocacy, especially regarding resource development;
• setting policy relevant to the organization as a whole;
• and serving as the public face of 4Culture.

4Culture’s Board also looks at cross cutting or timely issues that could impact 4Culture or the cultural field, and coordinates and leads responses. The Board’s fiduciary role includes its approval of the annual budget and work plans for the organization as a whole and budgeting in the four program areas. It also provides official approval of all grant recommendations, which are forwarded from the three Advisory Committees that oversee funding programs. Standing Board Committees are Executive, Finance, and Governance.

Board members must live in King County and be able to commit to attending nine board meetings a year and to serving on one of four standing Board committees or ad hoc committees established to address a particular organizational issue. If confirmed by the County Council, Board members serve without pay. Residents from diverse ethnic and protected group backgrounds, including people with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

All commission members are bound by the King County Code of Ethics and are required to complete a financial disclosure statement upon appointment and by April 15 of each succeeding year of service.

To learn more about 4culture and its programs, visit 4Culture.org.

For questions please e-mail or telephone Melissa Newbill, 206-296-4816.

Pacific Ballroom Dance
Dates: Various classes in July

Pacific Ballroom Dance has announced a summer camp schedule featuring classes for kids, teens, and adults, throughout the month of July.  For more information, click here.  Pacific Ballroom Dance is located at 1604 15th Street SW, #109, in Auburn (across from the SuperMall).