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Bridges Teen Program presents the 1st Annual Camden Youth Art Festival

originally published: 05/08/2024

(CAMDEN, NJ) -- The Bridges Teen Program proudly presents the 1st Annual Camden Youth Art Festival on Saturday, June 1, 2024 -- a celebration of creativity and community. Join them at The Neighborhood Center (278 Kaighns Avenue) in Camden for an unforgettable day filled with art, music, food, and fun! The event runs from 12:00pm to 4:00pm.

What to Expect:

* Art Exhibits: Explore the stunning artwork of Bridges program students, youth artists, and premier local artists and organizations.

* Interactive Activities: Engage your creativity with art activities and a community arts project.

* Variety of Art Forms: Discover a diverse range of art forms, including visual art, digital art, pottery, sculpture, fashion design, and more.

* Community Engagement: Connect with local organizations, explore community resources, and enjoy games, food trucks, cooling stations, and refreshments.

Why It Matters:

The Camden Youth Art Festival serves as a fundraiser to support the Bridges Teen Program, providing a safe and empowering space for teens aged 13 to 18 in the Camden area. Help us nurture creativity and inspire the next generation of artists!

Special Features:

* Award Ceremony: Honor the area's leading art instructors and creators who have made a significant impact on the community.

* Exhibits and Presentations: Enjoy a variety of exhibits and presentations from artists of all ages.

* Special guest include: EJM Foundation, Celeste Rodriguez, Stef's Creation, We Live Here Muralist, Painting Pretty, Marcy Morris, Authentic Vision Photography and more!

Be a Part of It: They invite artists, vendors, arts organizations, and sponsors to join them in making this event a success! Your support will provide art supplies, exhibit display equipment, tables & chairs, food, beverages, and financial assistance to the Bridges teen program. Volunteers needed to!

Admission: Donation of any amount (Donation can be paid at the door or in advance.

Vendor Fees: Youth Art Vendor: $5; Adult Art Vendor: $20; Arts Organizations Vendor: $25; Community Resource Vendor: $20; Non-Arts Vendor: $25. Tables will be available upon request, tables are limited and are on a first come first served basis. If you have a table please feel free to bring it. Vendors will be set up indoors and outdoors. Outdoor vendors are welcome to bring a tent. Bathrooms are available for patrons. (An additional donation of any amount from sales would be greatly appreciated.)

To secure your slot please make your donation to: https://cash.app/$theAuthenticMinds

For more information or to participate, please contact: AuthenticMinds@gmail.com




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