Upcoming events.
ArtWorks Live!
Join us for an exciting evening celebrating the creativity and hard work of our ArtWorks apprentices as they showcase what they’ve been working on this spring in our co-ops: Songwriting/Recording Arts, Photography, Mixed-Media, and Upcycling.
Enjoy:
🎤 Live performances
🎨 A youth-curated art gallery
🛍️ The ArtWorks Marketplace—shop one-of-a-kind pieces made by the apprentices
🖼️ Full access to all moCa exhibits
This is our second year hosting our spring ArtWorks Live! at moCa, and we’re so grateful to partner with such an iconic space where youth voices and creativity can truly shine.
Don’t miss the chance to support and celebrate the next generation of artists!
Inspiration Through Music Final Showcase 2025
Join us for performances by talented 3rd-12th grade youth, featuring the guitar, violin, percussion, and keyboard/voice!
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable showcase featuring the extraordinary talents of 3rd-12th grade youth! Join us at Trinity Cathedral for mesmerizing performances highlighting guitar, violin, percussion, and keyboard/voice.
As a fun addition, participants who’ve graced our program for two or more sessions will be presented with the gift of choice—an instrument to continue nurturing their musical passion and artistic excellence!
Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
Time: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Trinity Cathedral Episcopal Church, 2230 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115
Parking: Available at Trinity Cathedral’s lot and nearby parking garages.
Don’t miss this chance to witness the future stars of the musical world shine bright! Mark your calendar and join us for an afternoon of pure musical enchantment.
This event is free and open to the public.
Give & Groove: Line Dancing Fundraiser
Join us for a Fun & Inspiring Line-Dancing Fundraiser!
Thursday, April 10, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | $15 per ticket
Get ready to have a blast while supporting arts education for local youth! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a first-timer, this all-skill-levels line-dancing class is your chance to groove, connect with the community, and make a difference.
Your Experience Includes:
Instruction from Ron'Dale Simpson, Blakk Jakk Dance Collective LLC
Network with arts supporters while exploring the vibrant CentroVilla25 space and local vendors
Learn about CAL's mission to provide arts education for youth in Northeast Ohio, with opportunities to contribute to the cause
Food & beverages available for purchase from local vendors
Free parking available onsite.
All ticket sales and donations support CAL's mission to bring arts education to local youth!
ArtWorks Live!
ArtWorks Live! is the culminating event of our ArtWorks program, showcasing the incredible creations of our 40 teen apprentices. This interactive experience not only highlights their artistic talents but also encourages an entrepreneurial mindset through a student market featuring a diverse range of student artwork and creations.
CAL-IDAY ARTS FEST
Showcasing the artistic diversity of youth across Northeast Ohio!
The CAL-iday Arts Fest is a vibrant one-day event celebrating our partnership with Cleveland Public Library through captivating drumming performances by youth in CPL’s Drumming Program, led by Teaching Artist Malik Burks. These dynamic performances, paired with spoken word poetry from Langston Hughes, Tupac Shakur, and Maya Angelou, highlight the creativity and talent of young artists from across Northeast Ohio.
In addition to these performances, the event features the ArtWorks Marketplace, where youth entrepreneurs will showcase and sell their handmade creations. Attendees can also engage in our Open Mic, offering a platform for community involvement and artistic expression.
The CAL-iday Arts Fest embodies the Center for Arts-Inspired Learning’s mission to inspire creativity, teach entrepreneurship, and foster collaboration and civic engagement. Stay tuned for more exciting activities!
There are on-street parking meters available on East 6th between St. Clair and Superior (including designated handicapped spaces) and nearby paid parking garages.
Artful Literacy Professional Development Workshop
This 2- hour professional development workshop merges the structure of the science of reading with the creative power of arts-integrated learning. This innovative approach aims to equip educators with effective strategies that enhance literacy skills through both performance and visual arts. By integrating these disciplines, we empower teachers to engage students deeply while fostering literacy proficiency in diverse and exciting ways.
This workshop is perfect for classroom teachers and teaching artists who teach K-8.
Artful Literacy Professional Development Workshop
This 2- hour professional development workshop merges the structure of the science of reading with the creative power of arts-integrated learning. This innovative approach aims to equip educators with effective strategies that enhance literacy skills through both performance and visual arts. By integrating these disciplines, we empower teachers to engage students deeply while fostering literacy proficiency in diverse and exciting ways.
This workshop is perfect for classroom teachers and teaching artists who teach K-8.