The Arts Council for Long Beach sincerely thanks all applicants and grant panelists for participating in the 2009-2010 grants program.
This year, the Arts Council awarded grants to 32 local arts organizations and professional artists. Grants are made possible by the City of Long Beach.
2009 State of the Arts and Distinguished Arts Awards
On November 18, the Arts Council for Long Beach hosted its annual State of the Arts and Distinguished Arts Awards honoring the Port of Long Beach, Maestro Enrique Arturo Diemecke, Andreas Mitisek and Antonio Ruiz, at the beautifully restored Art Theatre in Long Beach.
On November 19, 2009, the Arts Council for Long Beach hosted a community-wide planning meeting for GLOBAL 2010. Over 30 stakeholders participated in a thoughtful and insightful discussion. Organizers are using this feedback to develop 2010 priorities and timeline.