Join the University Heights Arts Association and the Independent Living Center of the Genesee Region on Saturday, March 31st from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m for an ARTcovz® Packaging and social event.
We will package several hundred art samplers and ARTseeds packets for ARTcovz® dispensers.
Have a snack, help us package, and enjoy socializing with artists and community members. No experience needed.
EVENT: “ARTcovz® Spring Packaging in Batavia”
DATE: Saturday, March 31, 2018
TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Independent Living Center of the Genesee Region,
113 Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. Google Map
Have a snack, help us package art projects,, and enjoy socializing with artists and community members.
DESCRIPTION: a community event to help package several hundred art samplers and ARTseed packets to fill our ARTcovz® dispensers. The ARTcovz® program converts raw, recycled and discarded materials into pre-packaged art kits that are offered for FREE to children, families or anyone who wishes to take a project from an ARTcovz® dispenser. The dispensers are placed in community spaces, especially where people can most benefit from free projects.
TASKS:
-tracing (paper, felt, fabric) -cutting (paper, felt, fabric)
-filling envelopes or other packaging receptacles with art sampler supplies
-operating decorating craft punches -filling garden seed packets
-stapling or gluing cover material to envelopes
ADDITIONAL NOTES: Our doors will open at 10:00 a.m. All materials and supplies will be provided. We will also offer water, coffee and light snacks. The mission of the University Heights Arts Association is to provide accessible, free art programs to artists and enthusiasts of all ages through the use of available spaces and recycled materials.
DONATIONS: Do you have materials to donate? They will be graciously accepted.
-paper -colored pencils -crayons -pastels -staples -clay
-paints (watercolor, acrylic, poster) -gardening seeds (if harvested or bought within a year)
-envelopes ( 6 in. X 9 in. And 2 in. X 4 in.). -miscellaneous art or craft supplies
COMPANY MISSION: The mission of the University Heights Arts Association is to provide accessible, free art programs to artists and enthusiasts of all ages through the use of available spaces and recycled materials.
VOLUNTEER WNY PROFILE (for this and other volunteer opportunities):
http://www.volunteerwny.org/agency/detail/?agency_id=54321
FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/events/1758173934251885/?active_tab=about
WEBSITE: http://www.uhartsgroup.com
QUESTIONS? Call Larry or Mary at: (716)833-6260 or email us at: information@uhartsgroup.com.
