UP for Arts

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UP for Arts is a non-profit 501c3 organization dedicated to bringing public art to University Place

10/04/2026

LAST CHANCE! We have just a few tickets left for next weekend’s UP for Arts fundraiser!

Our silent auction items are fantistic, our performers will be top-notch, and we are so excited to host fellow art lovers in such an intimate setting—all with one common goal: to enrich the arts in our City of University Place.

We’d love to have you join us for this special evening. Grab one of the last remaining tickets before they’re gone! 🎨✨

09/24/2026

Our UP for Arts Annual Gala is almost here, and now is the time to get your tickets!

Join us for a special, intimate evening celebrating art, music, and community right here in University Place. Your ticket does more than reserve your seat—it helps UP for Arts continue bringing free concerts, arts education, and creative experiences to our community.

Tickets are limited, so don’t wait to reserve your spot.

We’re building something really special, and this fundraiser is an important part of making our next season possible.

Grab your tickets today and come celebrate with us!

We can’t wait to see you there.

09/15/2026

Our annual fundraiser will be held at a beautiful private home and will feature light hors d’oeuvres, drinks, opportunities to bid on special silent auction items, and ways to support UP for Arts through donations.

Come enjoy great company, a beautiful setting, and plenty of fun—all while helping us continue to bring art, music, and creative experiences to our community.

Limited Tickets Available: $100 per person.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

09/08/2026

Join us Saturday, September 12 for an evening with acclaimed Pacific Northwest percussionist James Doyle, performing Confluence—an immersive experience blending live music, field recordings, and projected video landscapes.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 | 7 PM
Civic Building Atrium3609 Market Place W, University Place
FREE ADMISSION: $20 suggested donation | Free parking

Following the performance, join us at Happy Duo Café for an opportunity to meet the artist.

Come experience an evening of music, art, and community while supporting UP for Arts and arts programming in University Place.

We hope to see you there! RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4xa9tqX

04/22/2026

Dear Friends of the Arts,

UP for Arts's next Concert in the Atrium is just around the corner!
Saturday, April 25 | 7–8 PM
University Place Library / Civic Atrium
$20 Suggested Donation
Enjoy an evening of Brazilian Jazz with Cassio Vianna (piano) and Wagner Trindade (bass). Reserved seating is available for current UP for Arts members—[sign up here to join].

We hope to see you there!
The UP for Arts Board

12/18/2025

✨ UP for Arts is wrapping up our first year back in action! ✨

This year, we were proud to:
🎶 Host several free community concerts
🎨 Show up at local city wide events
🏫 Support University Place School District students
🤝 Connect meaningfully with our community

As we look ahead to big plans for 2026, we can’t do it without you. 💛

Through the end of the year, you can:
👉 Purchase a membership at 50% off (Only $35)
👉 Or make a tax-deductible donation

Every bit of support helps ensure more art, more access, and more creativity in University Place.

🔗 Learn more and support our nonprofit at the link in our profile.

11/15/2025

Calling All University Place Creatives!

UP for Arts is building a free Creative Directory to highlight every artist and creative business in University Place — painters, photographers, musicians, writers, culinary artists, makers, performers, and more.

This directory will help:

✨ Residents find local artists

✨ Creatives connect and collaborate

✨ Schools, events & businesses discover local talent

✨ Strengthen our city’s growing arts community

It’s free to be listed, and donations are welcome to help support this nonprofit project.

If you’re a local artist or know one, sign up at: https://www.upforart.org/creative-directory

Let’s shine a light on the creativity in our city!

💛

11/03/2025

Join us for our free Concert in the Atrium
Saturday, November 8 from 7-8 PM

TRACY DOYLE, FLUTE
TIMOTHY CHRISTIE, VIOLIN
KEVIN KRENTZ, CELLO
RONALDO ROLIM, PIANO

Featuring Music by Debussy and African-American Women

Proceeds from Happy Duo Cafe to Support Up for Arts

More info with Link in Profile

10/11/2025

Our board had a wonderful time talking all things art at University Place’s Oktoberfest. We hope to see you at our next event - A Free Concert in the Atrium on November 8th

UP for Arts Presents 2025-2026 Concerts in the Atrium

Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 7-8 PM

Featuring Tracy Doyle, Flute; Timothy Chirstie, Viola’

Proceeds from Happy Duo’s special event menu to support University Place art initiatives.

University Place Library / Civic Atrium

3609 Market Place West

University Place, WA 98466

Free Parking In Underground Garage

10/10/2025

We are back!

With a new board, UP for Arts is bringing more arts to University Place starting with free Concerts in the Atrium. We have lots in store for 2026, but cannot do it without your help. Consider becoming a member to helps us with upcoming and future art initiatives.

*As extra incentive, we are offering 50% off 25/26 memberships through 12/31/25.

More info here: https://www.upforart.org/donate

Upcoming Events:
10/10: Oktoberfest: 5 PM @ Happy Duo
11/08: Concert in the Atrium @ 7 PM
12/05: UP Tree Lighting: 4:30 @ Happy Duo
02/28: Concert in the Atrium @ 7 PM
04/25: Concert in the Atrium @ 7 PM

Past Events:
09/06: Concert in the Atrium @ 7 PM
08/23: UP's Birthday Bash Community Mosaic
05/17: Concert in the Atrium @ 7 PM

Address

University Place, WA
98464, 98466, 98467

Website

http://www.upforart.org/

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