For Immediate Release: October 10, 2024

 
MAYOR’S AWARDS IN THE ARTS RENAMED TO COEUR D’ALENE ARTS AWARDS TO CELEBRATE REGIONAL TALENT AND CULTURE

The Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission is excited to announce that the Mayor’s Awards in the Arts will now be known as the Coeur d’Alene Arts Awards.  The name change reflects the City’s commitment to celebrating the region’s abundant creative talent and the cultural vibrancy that defines Coeur d’Alene and the surrounding communities.

The new name emphasizes inclusivity and regional pride, shifting the focus from a single office to the broader community.  By adopting the name Coeur d’Alene Arts Awards, we aim to honor not only the incredible contributions of our artists but also the diverse cultural landscape that makes our region unique

While the name may be different, the mission remains the same: to recognize and promote artistic excellence in all its forms.  The Coeur d’Alene Arts Awards will continue to showcase the best in local arts, from visual art to music, theatre, dance, and more.

We look forward to celebrating the extraordinary talent of our region at the next Coeur d’Alene Arts Awards event, and we invite everyone to join us in recognizing the vital role the arts play in enriching our community.

Thank you for your continued support as we embark on this exciting new chapter! ###

For Immediate Release:  September 19, 2024

28th Annual Mayor’s Awards in the Arts

The City of Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission is pleased to announce the following winners of the 28th Annual Mayor’s Awards in the Arts: 

The Arts Commission is delighted to extend a special invitation to you for the upcoming 2024 Mayor’s Awards in the Arts, a night of celebration and recognition of artistic excellence.

EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Venue: Hagadone Events Center, 984 S. Floating Green Drive, Coeur d’Alene, ID

Don't miss this chance to celebrate the arts, recognize extraordinary talent, and be part of an unforgettable evening. The event will be emceed by the one and only Stephen Shortridge and showcase the talents of some of the best artists in the Inland Northwest including Summer Ward, Aspire Theatre, Jim Phillips, the brass quintet of the CDA Symphony, and the Northern Dance Academy.  Jennifer Passaro will be inducted as the City of Coeur d’Alene’s inaugural Poet Laureate. Sculptor Cheryl Metcalf will create art in real time and Emerge art students will display their art.  Jojo Dodge will entertain during the social hour, all ensuring a night to remember!

The Mayor’s Awards in the Arts are presented by the Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission and the City of Coeur d’Alene to recognize and encourage excellence in the arts and to stimulate and support awareness of the arts throughout the city.

We encourage you to RSVP today as seating is limited.  Thank you for your continued support of the arts in Coeur d’Alene.  We look forward to sharing this exceptional evening with you.

Please RSVP to Arts Commission Chair Mary Lee Ryba at [email protected] by October 1, 2024.

For more information contact Jo Anne Mateski, Arts Commission staff support, at [email protected] or (208) 666-5754.