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

Meet Contra Costa County artist Miguel Barajas!
See his full profile in our directory: artscontracosta.com/artist/migue...
Contra Costa artists, join the Directory: artscontracosta.com/register/
Artist links: miguelbarajas.com
www.instagram.com/miguelbaraja...

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

Thrilled to see our Lead Advisor, Ben Miyaji, connecting with young artists at the Youth Art Connection(YAC) workshops in Pittsburg! He enjoyed seeing the creativity and the impact these workshops have on the community's youth. Supporting programs like YAC empowers the next generation of Artists💪🎨.

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 5d

Artist featured:

Silvia Y. Ledezma

Tony Tamayo tonytamayo.com

Pooya Berahmandi www.lucidlensstudios.com

Rick Haley www.momentsintimegallery.com

Greg Starnes www.gregstarnesphotography.com

Ellen Christensen ellenjchristensen.com

Phyllis Couillard artscontracosta.com/artist/phyll...

ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 5d

Come by anytime between now and January 5th to see their stunning pieces in person!

There will be an artist reception on November 20th from 2-4pm.
1025 Escobar St, Martinez, CA 94553

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 5d

The best part of installing a new Art Passages exhibit is, as always, meeting the amazing artists and hearing the stories behind their artwork. Now it’s your turn to see their work! This exhibit is open at the County Administration building in Martinez (M-5, 8-5).

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 6d

Last week, ARTSCCC attended the Supervisor Diane Burgis and Supervisor Shanelle Scales-Preston Town Hall at the Nick Rodriguez Community Center in Antioch!
Links:
www.contracosta.ca.gov/6437/Distric...
www.contracosta.ca.gov/Supervisor-S...

@CCCdistrict3
@CCCounty
@ScalesShanelle
@SupervisorSSP

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 7d

Incredible work created at the Youth Art Connection Library workshops! 🎨✍️ From vibrant paintings to powerful writings, it's inspiring to see young artists connect and share their voices.

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ARTSCCC (Arts Contra Costa County) @artsccc.bsky.social · 8d

Earlier this month, ARTSCCC attended the "Tools for Change: Data Access and Visualization" workshop
by the Employment and Human Services Department's Data Unit in Walnut Creek!

#ContraCostaEHSD
#ContraCostaCounty

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

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 · 12d

Find out more: tinyurl.com/CCCIFPadlet

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

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 · 12d

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 · 12d

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 · 13d

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 · 18d

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 · 20d

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 · 20d

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 · 22d

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 · 22d

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 · 26d

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

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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