The first Careers in the Arts day is coming to the Vera Project this Saturday, the 27th at 12:30. There will be a panel of speakers that includes music publicists, media rights managers, sound engineers, producers and more. After that, stick around for group conversations with panelists, and make sure to check out the booths from various organizations and educational institutions relating to the field of music. 

The Vera Project must fund-raise to earn its operating budget each year.  Fundraising is what makes us able to provide awesome shows, educational experiences, and low cost classes to the Seattle all-ages community.  After raising $40,000 for our fall fund drive (thanks to all that donated!) our next big fundraising project is the Viva Vera Gala. 

Scheduled for February 18th, 2012 at 5:00 PM Viva Vera will bring two-hundred and fifty of Seattle’s best known culture-makers and community members together at the Triple Door in downtown Seattle for a hosted bar, silent and live auctions, catering by Wild Ginger (a dual plating of duck and sterak or a delicious vegan option), entertainment and more, in celebration of Vera’s role in creating a vibrant Seattle all-ages music and arts scene.

VERA will be closed due to the impending snowstorm TOMORROW, Wednesday January 18th. This means that ALL WEDNESDAY CLASSES ARE CANCELED! (if you’re signed up for a class, we’ll be in touch about rescheduling!) All committee meetings for Tuesday (today) & Wednesday will also be rescheduled for next week.

Stay tuned for closings/openings on Thursday. . .

Stay safe & dry, everyone!

Did you know that almost 70% of Vera’s operating budget comes from donations, grants and other kinds of community support?  Fundraising skills can be a key component of a successful career in non-profits.  Are you interested in learning more about how a non-profit arts organization works, and developing hands on skills in a fundraising office? Well you’re in luck, because The Vera Project is looking for a new Fundraising and Development Intern! Work closely with the Development Director, helping Vera to continue providing opportunities for Seattle’s all-ages music and art community.

For more info, please click here.