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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 1d

Meet CieraJevae Gordon, a Poetry Series artist with ARTSCCC! Twice a month, she leads poetry & music workshops for youth at Martinez Juvenile Hall—building confidence & opportunity.
artscontracosta.com/programs/
Learn more:
www.servingmelanin.org

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 2d

Find out more: tinyurl.com/CCCIFPadlet

ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 2d

ARTSCCC attended Supervisor Gioia's District 1 Town Hall (Pinole City Hall) to discuss the Community Impact Fund. Supervisors will assess and use this fund to positively impact their Contra Costa County residents.
Find out more: tinyurl.com/CCCIFPadlet

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 3d

Links:
www.ArtsContraCosta.com
www.TonyTamayo.com
www.MomentsInTimeGallery.com
www.LucidLensStudios.com
www.eastbayartistsguild.org/phyllis-couillard
www.EllenJChristensen.com
www.GregStarnesPhotography.com

ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 3d

Last week, we installed a new ""Art Passages"" exhibit at the County Administration Building in Martinez (1025 Escobar Street). The exhibition highlights Contra Costa County photographers! It is on view from now until January 5th, 2026. Don't miss it!

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 4d

Our hearts are full after celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day at the Richmond Art Center! Thanks to Danza Azteca Teokalli for the incredible energy, the altar honoring the Ohlone people, and a day of art, solidarity, and community connection. Thank you, Richmond Art Center!

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 9d

Youth Arts Connection is back for more! Teens (ages 12-18) in Antioch, Pittsburg, & Brentwood are invited Mon-Thurs for Poetry, Music, & Spoken Word. We have free food, games, and a space to create.

Link: artscontracosta.com/youth/

ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 10d

ARTSCCC attended Supervisor Anderson's District 2 Town Hall (Lafayette Veterans Hall) to discuss the Community Impact Fund. Supervisors will assess and use this fund to positively impact their Contra Costa County residents.

Find out more: tinyurl.com/ahzc4pxh

ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 11d

THIS SATURDAY! Join us for Fall Family Day to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day at the Richmond Art Center

FREE performance by Danza Azteca Teokalli & family art activities.

🗓️ 12-3 PM | 📍 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond

Photo by Tony Tamayo. Flyer by RAC.

ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 12d

Our website highlights Contra Costa artists, orgs, and venues. Are you a Contra Costa County artist? Join the Directory here: artscontracosta.com/register/

East Bay Artists Guild: www.eastbayartistsguild.org/phyllis-coui...

ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 12d

Check out Contra Costa County photographer Phyllis M Couillard! 📸 Phyllis is part of our new artist directory & a featured photographer in the latest Art Passages exhibit.

See her profile: artscontracosta.com/artist/phyll...
Prints: www.digitalproprints.com/couillard

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 16d

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 16d

ArtsCCC attended the California Arts Council public meeting in San Francisco on Friday.
We joined in the discussions focused on state arts investments and programs. These meetings are key to ensuring the arts thrive in every California community! We’re committed to supporting this crucial work.

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 18d

Week 2 Photos! 📸 Youth Arts Connection workshops for ages 12-18 at Antioch, Pittsburg & Brentwood libraries. Get into Poetry, Music, Spoken Word, & more! Join us Mon-Thurs for free food, games & prizes.
Learn more: artscontracosta.com/youth/
Schedule: tinyurl.com/4encj8t7

ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 19d

Join us at the Richmond Art Center on October 11th to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day with a community altar and performance by Danza Azteca Teokalli, a Bay Area group preserving the Azteca/Mexica culture. Photos from last year's Fall Family Day, thanks to the Zellerbach Family Foundation grant.

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 22d

More photos of the 2025 Banner Up! event hosted by Art Guild of the Delta. 🎨

ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 22d

The 2025 Banner Up! event hosted by Art Guild of the Delta was a success! 🎨✨
A wonderful turnout, incredible artwork, and a lively community gathering filled with creativity and support.

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 24d

Exhibit of performing arts organizations: Grown Women Dance Collective, Danza Azteca Teokalli and Danza de los Diablos de Santiago Juxtlahuaca, Oaxaca.

1025 Escobar Street, Martinez | Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm

ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 24d

The current ""Art Passages"" exhibit is on display until October 6th at the County Administration Building in Martinez.

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 25d

ARTSCCC attended Supervisor Ken Carlson "Coffee with Ken" meeting! Community members gathered together while Supervisor Carlson answered questions. We encourage you to complete the Contra Costa Community Impact Fund Survey to share your support for the Arts by Sept. 30th 5pm:

tinyurl.com/52tm7k3r

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 26d

Join us Mon-Thurs for the free food, games & prizes and stay for the art!

Link: artscontracosta.com/youth/

ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 26d

"The first few weeks of the Youth Arts Connection workshops are off to a great start! Workshops in Antioch, Pittsburg & Brentwood welcome youth ages 12-18 to participate in Poetry, Music, Spoken Word workshops and more!

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 29d

4: “The Fabric of San Pablo”
5: "Toranski Koki's Journey"

ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 29d

Contra Costa is rich in Public Art! Find details of these artworks and more on our Public Art Directory: artscontracosta.com/public-art/.

1: "Changing Tides"
2: "The Bee Effect"
3: "The Cannery Lady”

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