ASAP for the Arts

07/15/2026

Recently, 11 young photographers wrapped up the Summer Photography Intensive with a final exhibition at Silpe Gallery

Over the course of the intensive, participants explored new techniques, strengthened their creative voices, and found inspiration during a field trip to the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art.

Thank you to our teaching artists, partners, and everyone who helped make this experience possible. We can't wait to see where these talented young photographers go next!

07/09/2026

This summer, 40 campers from Northwest CT are attending ASAP! Summer Camp on scholarship.

Through Northwest Corner Gives, help us raise $15,000 to ensure every young person can attend ASAP! Summer Camp. Every dollar donated by July 22 will be matched by Northwest CT Community Foundation doubling your impact.

Donate through the link below to make joyful, artful summers accessible to all.

https://tinyurl.com/58kh3y8d

06/26/2026

Next Thursday, join us for a free gallery exhibition of the 2026 Summer Photography Intensive, where high school students explored a variety of analogue and darkroom photography techniques and experienced life on campus at Hartford Art School

**BONUS!! Show up early to tour the campus!**

Thursday, July 2 - 3:00-4:00 pm at HAS Galleries | Art | - link in bio to reserve your free ticket!

06/10/2026

Huge thank you to Music Drives Us for donating 45 violins to Children's Community School, Waterbury, CT students!

This is a huge step forward for our Symphonix program. Now, each student can take their very own violin home with them to practice and play for their families.

Thank you to Music Drives Us and CCS for their partnership and commitment to supporting young musicians.

Photos courtesy of Music Drives Us.

06/05/2026

We are still looking for an Intern to join our team this summer! Know of someone who might be interested? Contact Rochelle, [email protected] to learn more.

06/02/2026

What an unforgettable evening celebrating courage together!

Thank you to everyone who joined us. You help make joyful learning possible for young people across CT.

We are grateful to De Hoek Farm for hosting us in such a beautiful setting, and to New Milford Mayor - Pete Bass, Krystyana & James Czeiner, Kimolee Eryn, Kate Nauta, and Lanny Ball, for making it a powerful evening honoring young artists.

A special thank you to our performers, writers, teaching artists, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters. Your dedication inspires us to continue this incredible work!

05/28/2026

05/21/2026

There’s still time to purchase tickets to ASAP! Celebrates Courage!

Join us for a courageous night of inspiring young voices, live performances, art, and exceptional food and drinks on Saturday, May 30, from 5:30–8:00 PM at the beautiful De Hoek Farm in New Milford.

Get your tickets now! https://tinyurl.com/yrctcweu

05/12/2026

ASAP! Youth Ensemble recently wrapped up an unforgettable week with an inspiring concert at The Silo, a memorable field trip to Carnegie Hall, and a fun collaborative cooking session!

Don’t miss the next Youth Ensemble performance on Saturday, May 30 at ASAP! Celebrates Courage. Purchase tickets at asapct.org.

This program was made possible in part by the Ellen Knowles Harcourt Foundation.

Special thanks to our partners — Arbor Services of CT, Baker Law Firm, Bakewell & Mulhare, Criana, Independent Artist Group, Litchfield Crossings, Macary’s Plumbing & Drain Services, National Iron Bank, The Pantry, The Silo, Watts Fund First Congregational Church, William Raveis Lifestyles Realty, William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, and the Woodbury Bethlehem Community Music Foundation — for helping make the 2026 ASAP! Youth Ensemble possible.

04/22/2026

We’re closing in on one final Give Local opportunity from 5-6 pm!

Pam and Michael Bless will match every dollar donated, so if you’ve been waiting for the right moment, this is it!

Thank you for helping us finish strong, and for being part of this powerful community supporting youth education.

Click the link to donate: https://tinyurl.com/36fhxmea