Arts Services Inc. - ASI

06/03/2026

Creative Professionals Exchange is next week, and this year we're inviting you to dive deeper into the conversations shaping creative work today.

Rather than bouncing between tons of sessions, you'll choose the topic that speaks most to you and spend the morning connecting with artists, arts leaders, and creative professionals who share your interests.

Choose from:
"AI and the Impact on the Arts" - Exploring the opportunities, challenges, and big questions surrounding artificial intelligence in the creative sector.

"Setting Boundaries & Choosing What Matters Most" - A conversation about sustainability, leadership, burnout, and staying connected to your values.

"Creating Work That Impacts the Community" - Strategies for building meaningful relationships and creating arts experiences that genuinely serve communities.

Whether you're an artist, arts administrator, or cultural leader, CPX offers space to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and leave with fresh perspectives.

Wednesday, June 10th | 8:30am - 12:30pm
at the Springville Center for the Arts

The value of each ticket for this event is $25. However, we are pleased to offer a flexible pricing structure with four tiers: $10, $15, $20, and $25. We invite you to choose the price that best aligns with your circumstances. Your contribution at any level is greatly appreciated and will assist us in furthering our mission to ensure that “the arts belong to everyone.”

Link: https://www.asicpx.org/

06/03/2026

Welcome Irish Cultural & Folk Arts Association (ICFAA of WNY)! We are excited to have you as an Arts Access partner.

The ICFAA is a charitable cultural organization dedicated to the promotion of Irish Culture through dance, music, language and sports. The ICFAA works to preserve the Irish Culture in WNY by sponsoring activities that encourage the instruction and enjoyment of dance, music, language, art and sports throughout the year.

Their goal is to maintain the Mary C. Heneghan Buffalo Feis, the Buffalo Irish Festival (BIF) and other events to promote our Irish Heritage, increase community awareness and foster tradition.

Arts Access passholders receive two general admission tickets to the annual Buffalo Irish Festival.

For more information visit their website: https://icfaa.org/about/

06/02/2026

We are excited to announce our Executive Director, Jen Swan-Kilpatrick has been appointed by Mayor Sean M. Ryan to serve on the City of Buffalo's newly formed Cultivating Resources for Entertainment, Arts, Tourism, and Expression Task Force (CREATE).

The C.R.E.A.T.E Task Force will advise the Mayor’s Office on a series of key priorities focused on governance, coordination, communication and long-term strategy for Buffalo’s arts ecosystem.

To find out more, visit: https://www.buffalony.gov/1881/13592/City-of-Buffalo-CREATE-Task-Force?fbclid=IwY2xjawSCt79leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFyMEhjcm16NzEzc0xtMDREc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrgnbdrbFG3nJQ7nm5L0wVh1AEk96jnlivgiuPEEQhT7jcArrt-cz9N-MdKp_aem_Ydy1szmgdxtngyjlh6tpXQ

06/01/2026

Your 7-Day Forecast for the Arts! 🌞

05/29/2026

Today is the LAST day to vote and help us win this Micro Grant for our Arts Access Program. Please use the link to directly like and comment on the post!

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IMPACT STORY:
The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) has played a key role in expanding Arts Services Inc.’s Arts Access program in Chautauqua County, helping more community members connect with local arts and culture.

Arts Access is a free program that provides income-eligible individuals and families with admission to arts and culture experiences at participating organizations. By removing financial barriers, the program opens the door to museums, performances, and creative spaces that might otherwise feel out of reach.

With NCCF’s support, we’ve been able to grow both participation and partnerships across the county. In 2024, Arts Access included 3 partner organizations in Chautauqua County. Today, that number has grown to 7 - this is an essential piece of the program, because access depends on having welcoming, local places to experience the arts. At the same time, passholders in the county have increased by 80% over the past year, connecting more people to the arts.

Looking at the program as a whole, Arts Access has expanded from 59 partner locations and over 3,000 passholders in 2024 to 72 partners and 6,446 passholders today. The arts are reaching more people in ways that feel welcoming, accessible, and part of everyday life and NCCF’s support is expanding that access.

05/27/2026

We are so excited to introduce our newest Arts Access partner, The Buffalo Heritage Carousel!

Your Arts Access Pass Includes:
$1 carousel rides. The carousel is wheelchair accessible. Quiet rides are every Sunday 11 am - 12 pm or upon request.

How to Reserve:
No advanced registration required. Must present pass upon arrival.

At the heart, the Buffalo Heritage Carousel honors the past and powers the future - preserving a historic, locally made and restored carousel as a living work of art and cultural attraction, driven by renewable solar energy. They create joyful, inclusive experiences that advance local arts and culture, impact public health, foster connection, and inspire community pride.

Their vision is to be the beacon of joy, education, and hope on Buffalo’s revitalized waterfront, as they pay homage to the region’s history of leadership in renewable energy, carousel manufacturing, and historic preservation, and promote a clean, sustainable future by demonstrating the use of our solar roof to power the Carousel.

Be sure to visit them this summer, their Summer Season begins Memorial Day Weekend and goes through Labor Day weekend. Visit their website for hours!

05/25/2026

Long weekend, fresh opps ☀️

05/20/2026

Arts Access Partner Spotlight: Alleyway Theatre

We’re excited to highlight Alleyway Theatre, a cornerstone of Buffalo’s vibrant arts community.

Located in the heart of Buffalo, Alleyway Theatre is dedicated to producing bold, original works and reimagined classics that spark conversation and reflect the world around us. Their commitment to storytelling creates space for diverse voices, making theatre more accessible, relevant, and deeply connected to the community.

Through their partnership in Arts Access, Alleyway Theatre helps ensure that live performance isn’t a luxury, but a shared experience for all. By opening their doors to individuals and families who may otherwise face barriers, they are helping to build a more inclusive and inspired Buffalo.

05/19/2026

So... Spark is back ✨

Arts Services Inc. is thrilled to announce the return of the Spark Awards, celebrating the artists, organizations, and creative leaders shaping Western New York’s arts and cultural community.

When? October 6, 2026 (more details coming soon!)

Nominations are now open through July 31st!!!

Learn more + submit a nomination here: https://www.asiwny.org/spark-awards/

05/18/2026

Creative Opps for the Week!