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Chris Norton Appointed Executive Director Chris Norton Appointed Executive Director of Genesee Valley Council on the Arts The Genesee Valley Council on the Arts Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Norton as Executive Director, formerly the program coordinator at GVCA/ Livingston Arts Center. This post follows the resignation of former director Kathryn Hollinger this past fall. GVCA has been Livingston County’s official arts council for 44 years and continues to strive to enrich the quality of life in Livingston County by encouraging and promoting the arts and cultural activities through support of artists, schools and community groups. Chris brings a great deal of creativity and energy to the demanding position of director. He has been at GVCA since 2008, when the arts council partnered with Livingston County to open the Livingston Arts Center on Murray Hill Drive. Chris has seen the arts council as it was prior to the addition of the arts center - which includes three galleries, learning space, and a gift shop - and has seen it evolve over the last few years as both an arts organization and an arts destination. Chris holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Master’s in Education, and has nearly completed his Fine Arts degree. He taught in public schools for over ten years. “The GVCA board is thrilled that Chris Norton has decided to step up to the position of Executive Director. We value his wide range of experience in the arts, and his enthusiasm for this organization,” notes Louise Wadsworth, co-chair of GVCA board of directors. “He will bring a fresh perspective to the Arts Center and the many programs it offers to the community.” -- Top of page -- Employment Opportunity The Genesee Valley Council on the Arts has an opening for a part-time Grants Coordinator: Major Responsibilities: • Administer New York State Council on the Arts Decentralization Regrant Program (Community Arts Grant Program and the Individual Artist Grant Program); The Richard Smith Young Artists Grant Program; Arts in Education program • Provide support to GVCA staff on special fundraising events and coverage of two gallery shifts per month. • Identify grant funding opportunities for our organization o Coordinate with executive and associate director to prepare successful grant applications Ideal candidate will have: • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written • Experience with grant-seeking and grant-writing process • Ability to work occasional evenings and Saturdays • College degree or equivalent experience • Background in the arts preferred Flexible scheduling and opportunity for growth. 17 hours per week. Accepting applications though Feb. 21, 2012. Please mail cover letter and resume, along with three professional references to Chris Norton, Livingston Arts Center, 4 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510. GVCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -- Top of page -- Special Knitting Event! Laura Nelkin, an independent knitwear designer, will visit the arts center February 11 & 12 for inspirational and educational knitting workshops. Ms. Nelkin is a talented designer with patterns featured in many reputable publications or websites, such as Interweave and knitty.com. She will teach two workshops: a three-part mitts, cap, and cowl set and an elegant beaded shawl. Please see class listings at livingstonartscenter.org for more details. Must register by Tuesday, Feb. 8. -- Top of page -- Member's Exhibit will be held at Livingston Arts Center We are excited to be hosting the 2012 Member's Exhibit: Livingston Landscapes at Livingston Arts Center during the month of April. GVCA member artists are invited to submit up to two pieces. They may or may not be related to the theme. If related to the theme, they may be previously shown works. If not related to our theme, please submit new work. 2-D works must be properly prepared for hanging. GVCA reserves the right to reject submissions that are not appropriate for the show. Accepted artists will receive a confirmation letter. There is no exhibition fee. Artwork drop off: Monday, April 2, 1-6:30pm, Livingston Art Center Artwork pick up: Tuesday, May 8, 1-6:30pm Opening reception: Thursday April 5, 5:00pm For a registration form, contact Chris Norton: 585.243.6785 or chris@gvcaonline.org Or download from www.gvcaonline.org/content/membersexhibit.asp -- Top of page --