The Tipp City Area Arts Council Needs Board Members!
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The Tipp City Area Arts Council (TCAAC), a cornerstone of the local creative community since its founding in 2009, is actively seeking new board members to help continue its mission of supporting and promoting the arts in Tipp City and surrounding areas. On a recent episode of the News Maker’s podcast, presented by the Tippecanoe Gazette, TCAAC President Marilee Lake and Administrator Lynn Shirk-Terrell joined host Greg Enslen to discuss the council’s structure, ongoing events, and the critical need for dedicated volunteers to join their working board.
A Mission Rooted in Community
The TCAAC’s mission is to ensure a thriving cultural scene for all ages. “We are dedicated to the promotion, development, and support of the visual, musical, performing, and literary arts in Tipp City, Ohio, and surrounding areas,” Lake explained. The council’s vision statement emphasizes making the arts an integral part of life in Tipp City, inspiring creativity and bringing people together through support, education, and engagement.
The TCAAC’s mission is to ensure a thriving cultural scene for all ages. “We are dedicated to the promotion, development, and support of the visual, musical, performing, and literary arts in Tipp City, Ohio, and surrounding areas,” Lake explained. The council’s vision statement emphasizes making the arts an integral part of life in Tipp City, inspiring creativity and bringing people together through support, education, and engagement.
Diverse Programming and Community Impact
Over the past 16 years, TCAAC has provided a wide range of arts-related programs, including annual camps for young writers and artists, fall photography classes, and fine art exhibitions. The council also collaborates with area organizations and schools, supports member artists, and hosts popular fundraisers such as the upcoming Chipotle night in Troy on May 17 and a Dayton Dragons game outing on July 23. These efforts help keep children’s programming affordable and accessible. They are also holding a Plein Air event on October 4th.
Over the past 16 years, TCAAC has provided a wide range of arts-related programs, including annual camps for young writers and artists, fall photography classes, and fine art exhibitions. The council also collaborates with area organizations and schools, supports member artists, and hosts popular fundraisers such as the upcoming Chipotle night in Troy on May 17 and a Dayton Dragons game outing on July 23. These efforts help keep children’s programming affordable and accessible. They are also holding a Plein Air event on October 4th.
A Unique, Hands-On Board
Unlike some organizations, TCAAC’s board is a “working board,” with each member responsible for a specific area or event. “Our board is the beating heart of the Arts Council,” Lake noted, emphasizing that members are expected to attend monthly meetings, chair or co-chair events, and participate actively throughout the year. The council currently has nine board members and is seeking at least three to four new members to reach its goal of 12. Importantly, artistic experience is not required -- just a passion for the arts and a willingness to contribute time and energy.
Unlike some organizations, TCAAC’s board is a “working board,” with each member responsible for a specific area or event. “Our board is the beating heart of the Arts Council,” Lake noted, emphasizing that members are expected to attend monthly meetings, chair or co-chair events, and participate actively throughout the year. The council currently has nine board members and is seeking at least three to four new members to reach its goal of 12. Importantly, artistic experience is not required -- just a passion for the arts and a willingness to contribute time and energy.
Opportunities for Involvement
Prospective board members or volunteers can apply through the council’s website, where a simple online form initiates the process. Applicants are invited to attend a board meeting to ensure the fit is right for both parties. The public is also welcome to attend board meetings, held at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Tipp Center, which also houses the council’s permanent art collection.
Prospective board members or volunteers can apply through the council’s website, where a simple online form initiates the process. Applicants are invited to attend a board meeting to ensure the fit is right for both parties. The public is also welcome to attend board meetings, held at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Tipp Center, which also houses the council’s permanent art collection.
A Lasting Legacy
The Tipp City Area Arts Council traces its roots to a 2009 community art project, when local artists created and auctioned painted window frames to raise seed money for the organization. Since then, TCAAC has grown into a vital institution, thanks to the dedication of its board, volunteers, and supporters.
The Tipp City Area Arts Council traces its roots to a 2009 community art project, when local artists created and auctioned painted window frames to raise seed money for the organization. Since then, TCAAC has grown into a vital institution, thanks to the dedication of its board, volunteers, and supporters.
How to Get Involved
TCAAC welcomes volunteers, sponsors, and new board members. Those interested can reach out via email (tippcityartscouncil@gmail.com), phone (937-543-5115), or through the council’s website and Facebook pages. For a full list of upcoming events and sponsorship opportunities, visit tippcityartscouncil.com.
TCAAC welcomes volunteers, sponsors, and new board members. Those interested can reach out via email (tippcityartscouncil@gmail.com), phone (937-543-5115), or through the council’s website and Facebook pages. For a full list of upcoming events and sponsorship opportunities, visit tippcityartscouncil.com.
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