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	Seniors Partnering with Artists Citywide (SPARC) Presents Free Cultural Events this Summer The New York City Departments of Cultural Affairs and Aging and borough arts councils announce public events for SPARC, a community arts engagement program that places artists-in-residence at senior centers across the five boroughs. From dance and music to theater, film and visual arts, SPARC artists and senior participants are presenting FREE public events featuring their creative projects this summer. To browse events, visit the NYCulture Calendar and select the “SPARC” category from the drop down menu. Posted on June 7, 2013. Find a SPARC event near you.

	New York State Council for the Humanities Hosts Hurricane Sandy Recovery Workshop on Wednesday, June 19, 2013 The workshop is open to any tax-exempt organization that has cultural programming, including recipients of the Council's Hurricane Recovery Grants. Organizations affected by Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee are also welcome to attend. Posted on May 22, 2013. RSVP today.

	Theater Subdistrict Council Now Accepting Initial Submissions for New Grant Program Deadline for Concept Papers is July 17, 2013 The Theater Subdistrict Council has announced a new grant program which will award up to $1 million for a major, transformative project that recognizes the vital role theater plays in the cultural, economic and social well-being of NYC. Four information sessions for potential applicants will be held between May 29 and June 10. Posted on May 21, 2013. Read the guidelines. Download the transmittal sheet.

	New York Community Trust Announces Arts & Culture Research Fund Grant Recipients NYCT has awarded $110,000 to six nonprofits to support research that will create a deeper understanding of the role of arts and culture in New York State. The grantees will use the Cultural Data Project as a primary source of data. Posted May 22, 2013. Learn more.

	City Seeking Proposals for Cultural Programs in Public Spaces in Water Street District The City is seeking proposals for programming and activities for privately-owned public spaces (POPS) in the Water Street District. Posted on May 17, 2013 Learn more and apply.

	Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City Announces New Grants for NYC Nonprofits Impacted by Hurricane Sandy The Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City has announced that nonprofits impacted by the storm are eligible to apply for grants, in addition to loans, through the NYC Nonprofit Recovery Loan Program to assist nonprofits in recovering from Hurricane Sandy. Posted on April 5, 2013 Learn more and apply.

	Cultural Venues with Free Hours and Suggested Admission New York City is home to more than 1,200 cultural venues, many of which offer free hours or suggested admission. Read a list of venues with free or low cost admission. Search for events on the NYCulture Calendar. Learn about additional activities from NYC & Company.

	Eye on Culture New York City is home to more than 700 art galleries; 380 nonprofit theater companies; 330 dance companies; 131 museums; 96 orchestras; 40 Broadway theaters; 15 major concert halls; five zoos; five botanical gardens; and one aquarium. Start exploring today! The Brooklyn Museum presents Gravity and Grace On view through August, this show features over 30 works by artist El Anatsui in metal and wood that transform appropriated objects into site-specific sculptures. Read more about Anatsui’s monumental works. 2013 Lumen Festival On June 15, the annual Lumen Festival of video and performance art will take place at Lyons Pool on the Staten Island waterfront. Learn more about Lumen. The Arsenal Gallery presents Erik Benson: The Park Benson's paintings depict the landscape of city life with thousands of shapes hand-cut from dried sheets of acrylic paint. On display through June 20 at the Arsenal Gallery in Central Park. Plan your visit. En Foco presents Pete Pin: Cambodian Diaspora Pin’s images of Cambodian communities across the United States are on view at the Montefiore Family Health Center from April 29 through July 19. Learn more about the exhibition.

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