Sitar Arts Center

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we proudly celebrate the vibrant cultures and contributions of our students, families, and community members. With 35% of our students identifying as Latino/Hispanic, Sitar Arts Center is honored to be a space where young artists can express and celebrate their heritage through creativity and passion.   Through music, dance, visual arts, and more, our students share their unique stories, enriching the beautiful diversity that makes Sitar a creative community of learning, belonging, and inclusion for all. Thank you for being part of our vibrant community!   Este Mes de la Herencia Hispana, celebramos con orgullo las vibrantes culturas y contribuciones de nuestros estudiantes, familias y miembros de la comunidad. Con un 35% de nuestros estudiantes que se identifican como latinos/hispanos, el Centro de Artes Sitar tiene el honor de ser un espacio donde los jóvenes artistas pueden expresar y celebrar su herencia a través de la creatividad y la pasión.   A través de la música, la danza, las artes visuales y más, nuestros estudiantes comparten sus historias únicas, enriqueciendo la hermosa diversidad que hace de Sitar una comunidad creativa de aprendizaje, pertenencia e inclusión para todos. ¡Gracias por formar parte de nuestra vibrante comunidad! #SitarArtsCenter #HispanicHeritageMonth #CulturalDiversity

The Sitar Arts Center is close to my heart. I believe in how this special organization is supporting and inspiring young people to reach their potential with and through the arts and community. In a time where it’s easy to see what isn’t working, a gathering of people who bring their best selves in service to tomorrow’s leaders is a place I am always game to be! Here are a few glimpses of a recent Sitar event. This eve felt like a catalyst to my fall. Thank you, Maureen Dwyer, Samantha Dean, CFP®, Jade Floyd, Essence Newhoff, Carroll Dey and others for bringing us together to lift up young people!

🗓 We're just ONE MONTH away from Sitar Arts Center's THE NEXT STAGE Benefit Gala & Auction! 🗓 Join us on Thursday, October 9, 2024, at The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection, for an evening you won’t want to miss. The festivities kick off with a reception at 6:30 p.m., followed by the program starting at 7:30 p.m., which will include: ✨ A seated dinner 🎤 Live student performances 🎉 Silent and live auctions 🏆 Award presentations …and much more! We're proud to present this event in partnership with our co-chairs, Jaya Saxena and Viyas Sundaram. Thank you to our early sponsors: The Fountain Inn DC, Mortgage Hall Estate, The Bourbon Concierge, Middleburg Barrel Co., Greg Albright and Wesley Combs, TRUSTEES OF THE CORCORAN GALLERY OF ART, V & S FOUNDATION INC, Bernstein Management Corporation, Capital for Children, CIBC, Mazda North American Operations, Novel by Crescent Communities 14th Street, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, Samantha Dean, CFP® and Christopher Hanes and Zack Wisniewski, CPA, CIA, Jill Minneman and Thomas Fulcher, Marla Schnall and Peter Schnall, Rhonda Buckley-Bishop and Kelley Bishop, Charles DeSantis and David McDermott, Jean-Marie Fernandez and Raul Fernandez, KPMG, Sara Lange and Christopher Lange, Eve A. Lilley, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, Spa Logic/ LuLuu Spa and Salon, United Bank, Altium Wealth, ArentFox Schiff, Bose Public Affairs Group, GRF CPAs & Advisors, HRGM Corporation, Xala Technologies Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are still available, so it’s not too late to be a part of this special night. Join us as we celebrate DC youth and Sitar Arts Center reaching The Next Stage! Visit: https://lnkd.in/efe3bh42 #sitarartscenter #sitargala24 #artseducation

✨ You’re Invited! ✨ Join us for the Opening Reception for "Introspective" on on Thursday, October 3 at 7 p.m. Sitar Arts Center's Cafritz Gallery is proud to present the work of Héctor Rafael. His series, featuring graphite drawings and oil paintings, delves deeply into themes of mental health and self-identity. Each piece offers a profound exploration of the human psyche. Héctor Rafael is a Puerto Rican visual artist, arts educator, and mental health advocate. His work is renowned for its mix of vibrancy, rich colors, and incredible details. This series is dedicated to his self-discovery journey, which he embarked on at the start of the pandemic, based on his life experiences. Get ready to connect with this series and discover new things about yourself! “Introspective” will be on display September 26 - November 1, 2024. Our gallery is open Monday through Friday, from noon – 6:00 p.m., and Saturdays, from 10:00 a.m. – noon. This exhibition and Sitar Arts Center’s 2024-2025 Gallery Series are supported by the Corcoran Women’s Committee. RSVP TODAY! https://lnkd.in/ehVw-CPt #sitarartscenter #openingreception #artexhibition #dcart #dcevents #adamsmorgan #dcgalleries #art #exhibition

Congratulations to Camille Brown on receiving a Teiger Foundation grant to support the upcoming 2025 exhibition, "Essex Hemphill: Take care of your blessings," at The Phillips Collection! 🎉 Camille was our final featured guest in our 2024 Artist at Work series, where she shared her passion for bringing this important exhibition to life and introducing Essex Hemphill's legacy to a wider audience. We're so proud to see her vision coming to fruition! Watch Camille's inspiring conversation with our series moderator Charis Gomez (Hanner) to learn more about her work: https://lnkd.in/eaEWkDQT.

🎶🎸 The wait is over — Sitar Arts Center's fall registration is now open! We're thrilled to offer a diverse range of classes this fall in visual arts, digital arts, dance, music, and theater! Whether you're looking for classes for school-aged children, teens, or adults, we've got something for everyone. Our Arts Afterschool classes, Early Childhood Arts program, and intensive programs for teens — including S.E.A.L.: Sitar's Emerging Arts Leaders — are designed to inspire creativity, build skills, and foster a lifelong love for the arts. Come be a part our vibrant community — register today! Or, if you're passionate about arts education and want to make a difference, join us by volunteering or donating. Together, we can continue to build a creative community of learning and belonging. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eu_rTPZu #SitarArtsCenter #ArtsEducation #SupportTheArts

🌟 We're Hiring 🌟 As we get ready to celebrate Labor Day, there's no better time to reflect on the impact of meaningful work. Imagine spending your career empowering the next generation through the arts! If you're ready to make a difference, consider joining our team at Sitar Arts Center as our Chief Program Officer. About Us Sitar Arts Center engages DC youth, from early childhood to young adulthood, in building a creative community of learning and belonging that removes financial and cultural barriers to arts education and career training. We envision a city in which all young people experience transformative moments through quality, accessible arts education and career training and are supported on their path to discover their creativity and achieve their full potential. What We Offer: ☑ Competitive annual salary ($90,000 - $110,000) ☑ Remote work flexibility ☑ Unlimited flex leave and a robust benefits package ☑ A supportive, values-driven work environment that fosters equity, belonging, and collaboration About You: You're a visionary leader with a passion for youth arts education and career training. You bring strategic insight and a proven track record in nonprofit leadership. Your innovative spirit drives results, and you're committed to making a lasting impact in the lives of young people. If you're ready to lead with creativity and purpose, we want to hear from you! How to Apply: Please submit a cover letter outlining your interest in Sitar Arts Center and your qualifications for the Chief Program Officer role, along with your resumé and salary expectations. Include professional references on a separate document. Applications are confidential, and references will only be contacted with your consent. Apply at sitarartscenter@catherinefrenchgroup.com. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/dCTHMUVC #SitarArtsCenter #JobAlert #ArtsEducations #WashingtonDC #NonprofitLeadership #Hiring

✨ Have you secured your tickets for Sitar Arts Center's THE NEXT STAGE Benefit Gala & Auction? ✨ Join us on Thursday, October 9, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection, for an unforgettable evening of celebration and support for DC’s youth. Chaired by Jaya Saxena and Viyas Sundaram, this event is your chance to support equitable arts education and career training in our community. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are still available — secure yours today and be a part of something extraordinary! Visit https://lnkd.in/efe3bh42 #SitarArtsCenter #TheNextStage #DCArts #BenefitGala Mario Garcia Durham, Samantha Dean, CFP®, Jade Floyd, Charles Small, Jill Herscot, Vivek Srivastava, Marianne Alberti, Charles DeSantis, Christopher Hanes, Carroll Dey, Laura AyukTakem Fote, Jill Lesser, Nicholas Folger, Tom Glass, David Gorodetski, Barbara Harman, Kerry Lenahan, Karen Robinson Ogbebor, Parker Schaffel, Christopher Wingert, Jill Minneman, Rhonda Buckley-Bishop, Maureen Dwyer, Essence Newhoff, Paige Girson

🎨✨ We're gearing up for an inspiring fall semester, and we're excited to open registration this Friday, August 30! As we continue our mission to provide high-quality, accessible arts education to DC's youth, we're offering a range of enriching programs, from Early Childhood Arts to Arts AfterSchool, Instrumental Music Academy, and our S.E.A.L.: Sitar Emerging Arts Leaders program. This fall, we're introducing an exciting Graphic Novel Design class for 4th-7th graders — where young artists will bring stories to life through drawing, character design, and storyboarding. Whether you're a community leader, supporter, or advocate for the arts, your involvement helps us nurture the next generation of creative thinkers and innovators. Together, we can empower young minds and ensure that every child has access to the transformative power of the arts. Know someone who would love to register their children, volunteer, or donate to Sitar? Share www.sitarartscenter.org with them and help us grow our creative community of learning and belong! #SitarArtsCenter #ArtsEducation #YouthEmpowerment #SupportTheArts #CommunityImpact

🚨 Last chance to RSVP! 🚨 Don't miss out on an evening of creativity, community, and culture at the 4th Annual Sitar on the Piazza, happening on Thursday, September 5, from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at the renowned Ristorante i Ricchi! Join us for a complimentary reception where you can: 🎨 Watch live painting 🎶 Enjoy performances by Sitar Arts Center students and alumni 🖼️ Bid on unique art pieces in our fun auction 🍝 Savor delicious Tuscan cuisine 🍨 Treat yourself to gelato 🎁 Win exciting giveaways After the event, stay for dinner and mention Sitar Arts Center—when you do, a portion of your bill will be donated back to support our mission. Today is your final day to secure your spot and be part of a night that celebrates the arts and our vibrant community! 📅 Date: Thursday, September 5 ⏰ Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM 📍 Location: Ristorante i Ricchi RSVP now before it's too late! https://lnkd.in/ewPGPEPY #SitarArtsCenter #SupportTheArts #DCEvents #LiveArt #CommunityEngagement #RistoranteiRicchi #NonprofitEvent