ArtPride believes in the importance of providing the knowledge and tools necessary to advance our industry while making networking opportunities available to our members, community leaders, and the creative sector. We hope you'll join us at one of the upcoming professional development events we either produce or partner with other organizations to make available to the field.
If you need accessibility assistance in order to attend an ArtPride webinar or event, please contact adam@artpridenj.org a minimum of two weeks in advance of the event.
"Make Music Day" Information Session
Fri, Mar 7, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Zoom Meeting
Tune in to discover how your community can take part in “Make Music Day,” a global celebration held every June 21 (the summer solstice), where anyone—regardless of skill, formal training, or genre—can make or enjoy music in the streets.
Inspired by France’s “Fête de la Musique,” this movement began in New York City in 2007, and has been coordinated by the nonprofit Make Music Alliance since 2014. Now spanning 140+ chapter cities, including six in New Jersey, the Alliance supports organizers with resources including websites, software to match venues and musicians, free musical instruments, PR, coaching, guidance on obtaining permits and government approval, and more.
In 2024, Make Music chapters hosted 5,300+ free events nationwide. The only rules? Every performance must be free, accessible, open to the public, and take place on June 21.
Jersey Arts Marketers:
Navigating Shifts in the Social Media Landscape
Tue, Mar 11, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Zoom Meeting
Today’s social media landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. Platforms once driven by engagement are now transforming into "media networks," where users are increasingly passive consumers rather than active participants. With the future of TikTok in question and political polarization rising on networks like X and Facebook, the arts sector is left wondering what these changes will mean for our industry.
Join us for an engaging conversation with the Spark Creative social media team, where we’ll unpack these critical questions and explore how arts organizations are adapting to this new digital age. Together, we’ll discuss strategies for remaining connected, relevant, and impactful in an ever-evolving digital world.
Ethical Internship Models
Thu, Mar 13, 2025 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Zoom Meeting
ArtsPay NJ Data shows that about 50% of arts organizations still offer unpaid internships. Only 17% offer paid internship opportunities. This session will offer case studies and learnings from people who have created and supervised paid internship, fellowship, and/or apprenticeship programs in the nonprofit sector. The conversation will focus on how they budget for the programs, create opportunities for feedback, build partnerships, and prioritize the professional learning experience of the participants.
Panelists will include Andrew Walker and Carolyn Parelli (Eleven Plus), Tess James (Princeton University), Gina E. Beviglia (F.M. Kirby Foundation) and Daria M. Sullivan (New Jersey Theatre Alliance).
Arts Advocacy Day
Wed, Mar 26, 2025
Washington, D.C.
ArtPride New Jersey, alongside arts advocates from across the state, will gather in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, for New Jersey’s Arts Advocacy Day. Together we will meet with federally elected officials and urge them to maintain critical funding for the arts in our state. This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with members of Congress, share powerful stories about the transformative impact of the arts in your communities, and build your skills as a champion for the arts in New Jersey.
Our presence in D.C. is more vital than ever. Funding for the National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities is at risk of being cut or zeroed out. But YOU can make a difference — just by sharing your story of how the arts are making your communities better.
Make your voice count. Elected officials need to hear directly from you about the critical need for government support, how it shapes your life, and all that arts and culture have made possible for your community. Arts Advocacy Day unites us with a shared purpose: to demonstrate to legislators that the arts are vital to New Jersey's identity and future. This is more than advocacy—it's your chance to actively engage in democracy and ensure your story is part of the conversation.
Audience Insights Manager (AIM) Community Summit
Tue, Jun 17, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Zoom Meeting
Discover how to unlock the full potential of the Data Center platform with a presentation led by Andrew Cotlar from TRG Arts. Whether you’re looking to gain a clearer understanding of your current audience or discover fresh strategies for attracting new patrons, Andrew will walk you through practical, actionable steps to level up your approach.
After the presentation, participate in breakout discussions to exchange ideas and get tips from colleagues on using audience data to drive success.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned expert, this summit is your opportunity to gain fresh insights, refine your strategies, and connect with a community of like-minded professionals. Don’t miss out on this chance to unlock powerful new ways to understand and engage your audience!
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