Arts Leadership Forum

At this month's Arts Leadership Forum, we are honored to speak with a representative from a major state government agency, the California Arts Commission. Mr. Barry Hessenius will offer his view of the budget crisis and possible temporary measures the arts organizations can take in order to prepare for these uncertain times. This painful but necessary discussion is intended to provide the arts community with tools to deal with what Mr. Hessenius refers to as the ''national threat to the asset that is arts, culture, and creativity'' and not to challenge unfortunate decisions that have been forced upon our local and state funding agencies. The Arts Leadership Forum is an ongoing opportunity to meet representatives of other arts groups, exchange ideas and network with business and community leaders. There is no charge to participate in the monthly forum and reservations are not required.