Sept. 10, 2026

Learn to Build Creative Aging Programs for an Organization

RISCA is partnering with Lifetime Arts to offer the Creative Aging Foundations Cohort Training for Organizations as part of implementing our Creative Aging, Creative Futures program. The training, three two-hour sessions, equips organizations and government agencies to launch creative aging initiatives for adults 55 and older.

All sessions will be online Thursday, Oct. 22, 29 and Nov. 5, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

During the training, participants will build a shared language around creative aging while strengthening their facilitation and program design skills. Together with the cohort, they will explore practical tools, proven frameworks and strategies that prepare participants to create and lead impactful and outcome-focused programs.

Interested? Complete the Interest Form for Creative Aging Foundations Training for Organizations by Sept. 22. RISCA will notify selected participants by Friday, Oct. 2.

Details


• What: Creative Aging Foundations Cohort Training for Organizations.
• When: Thursday Oct. 22, 29 and Nov. 5, at 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
• Where: Virtual via Zoom, 3 two-hour sessions.
• Deadline: Sept. 22.
  

To apply complete this form. Questions? Contact RISCA.Contact@arts.ri.gov.

This opportunity is made possible through the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies in partnership with E.A. Michelson Philanthropy.

A conversation with U.S. Sen. Jack Reed

United States Senator Jack Reed, RISCA and Rhode Island Humanities co-hosted a fireside chat that focused on the key role arts and culture play in our cities and towns, and on our economy. Nearly 175 members of the arts, culture and humanities communities attended the event at the Providence Public Library on Aug. 24.

The Executive Directors of RISCA, Todd Trebour, and Rhode Island Humanities, Elizabeth Francis. joined Sen. Reed on stage to ask him about the current state of the federal agencies that support arts, humanities and culture. He reminded the audience of the history and reasoning behind establishing the federal cultural agencies, National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). He also mentioned how our cities and towns have seen an impressive financial return from the agencies' modest investments.

Additionally, he offered an update on the current federally proposed changes to grantmaking rules and regulations that could affect Rhode Island. He stressed the importance of community members reaching out to federal, state and local officials, encouraging audience members to alert the Congressional delegation on how important these federal agencies have been to them and their communities. He added that your stories help bolster the need for federal investments.

All in all, the discussion underscored the role arts, humanities, museums, libraries, and cultural organizations play in building a vibrant Rhode Island.

View photos from the event on Flickr.

Mark your calendar! 


• Coffee Hour with the Arts Community.
• Thursday, Oct. 1, 1:30-3 p.m.
• Borealis Coffee Co., 500 Wood Street, Unit 113, Bristol.

Gather with fellow artists, arts administrators, educators and creative sector folks for some networking. The informal meeting is for you to connect, share stories, and strengthen our network. There will be space to share your business cards and event fliers.

Free to attend and parking is available. RSVP on Eventbrite.

• Arts and Health Network Meeting.
• Thursday, Oct.15, 10 a.m.-noon.
• Hattie Ide Chaffee Home, 200 Wampanoag Trail, Riverside.

Join the Rhode Island Arts and Health Network for a meet-up. Individuals with an interest in the intersection of Arts and Health are invited to attend this free meeting. We encourage artists, arts and culture organizations, practitioners, educators, health professionals, researchers, and caregivers to attend.

During this session, there will be time to network and hear from the convening group about identified group priorities and next steps. Prior participation is not a requirement to attend this meeting.

Event is free. Parking is available on site. RSVP Required. Register on Eventbrite.

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