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    Visual/Performing Artists Health/Disability Conference

    April 11, 2010

    Artists in Transition, an organization that works with artists and performers facing physical and/or mental health issues is having its inaugural conference on Sunday, April 11, 2010 from 12 noon - 5:00 pm at Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, CT. Ability Beyond Disability is co-sponsoring the conference, along with over 100 other local, state and national arts, health and advocacy organizations.

    Inspiring architect/sculptor Tom Luckey will keynote and awesome entertainment will be provided by Our Time Theatre. There will be outstanding networking opportunities and 15 information-packed breakout sessions on diverse subjects such as healthcare, maximizing employment potential, grant writing, etc., plus speakers will include artists and performers who themselves are dealing with health and disability issues and making their art and lives a creative force!

    Please consider attending this informational and inspirational event. Go to www.artistsintransitionUSA.blogspot.com for registration information.
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