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Each year, Monmouth Arts awards $1000 scholarships to three deserving Monmouth County high school seniors who are committed to pursuing the arts in higher education. Since 1971, Monmouth Arts has been committed to celebrating youth in the arts. Celebrating young artists and their work is necessary to inspire the next generation of artists in our world. As a community of artists and arts supporters, Monmouth Arts continues to invest in our young artists and their education. Each year, Monmouth Arts presents young art students with college scholarships through our Emerging Artist Scholarship Program. This year the program awards $1000 scholarships to three deserving Monmouth County high school seniors who are committed to pursuing the arts in higher education. 2026 Scholarship Recipients Emerging Artist for Performing Arts Joshua-Zander Lopes, Howell High School Joshua-Zander Lopes is currently a Senior at Howell High School and in the FPAC Acting program. He is a member of the National Honor Society and has participated in two fall plays and four spring musicals at Howell High School. He began performing in Elementary School and has been featured in numerous television shows and movies, including Unbreakable Kimmy Schimidt on Netflix, Manifest on Netflix, Bull on CBS, Your Friends and Neighbors on Apple TV, and Sweethearts on HBO Max. He is also a student at Actors Playground School of Theatre in Freehold, NJ. His volunteer activities include camp counseling for children with disabilities and participating in the local Memorial Day Parade. Joshua-Zander will be attending The University of Tampa to pursue a BFA in Musical Theatre this upcoming fall. Victoria J. Sony Memorial Scholarship for the Arts Patrick Powers, Raritan High School My name is Patrick Powers, I will be attending FIT in the fall and my major is Interior Design. I love Van Gogh, and I am very skillful at oil painting. Typically, I like to depict realistic portraits and still lifes. I can proudly say I have taken all three AP Art portfolio exams: Drawing, 2D, and 3D. Emerging Artist for Literary Arts Samantha Chiaino, Middletown High School South Samantha Marie Chiaino lives in Middletown, New Jersey, with her parents and younger brother. In August, she self-published a poetry chapter book titled On The Escape. In the fall, she will be attending the University of Iowa, majoring in English and Creative Writing. PAST SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS Victoria J. Snoy Memorial Scholarship for the Arts Sponsored by Friends of Victoria J. Snoy Award Recipient Quincey Jones, Red Bank Regional High School Quincey began with his “early designs” by cutting out paper outfits and color coordinating them together. As his passion for fashion grew, he was enrolled in the Karen School of Fashion in Marlboro, NJ, at the age of 10. He has designed numerous pieces, including refactored wedding dresses, evening gowns, and couture-inspired suit sets, which have earned him the Fashion Designer of the Year awards for 2023 and 2024 at the Karen School of Fashion's annual fashion show. As he concludes his education at Red Bank Regional High School, Quincey plans to take the next step by attending LIM College in the fall. Quincey’s goal is to build a career that merges both artistry and strategy, whether in fashion marketing, brand development, or trend forecasting. He wants to shape the industry by introducing fresh, innovative ideas, staying ahead of trends, and promoting a more sustainable and inclusive fashion approach. Emerging Artist for the Performing Arts Sponsored by Margean Gladysz Award Recipient Hayden Bercy, Howell High School Hayden is currently a Senior in the acting program in the Freehold Performing Arts Center at Howell High School. He is a member of the National Honor Society and has participated in three fall plays and three spring musicals. He began performing at the age of eight in community theater in Monmouth County. Hayden has appeared in numerous professional theater productions, including Radio City Christmas Spectacular, A Christmas Story National Tour, The King and I National Tour, and Lost in Yonkers at the Hartford Stage. He has also appeared on several TV shows and commercials. Notable vocal performances include the US Open and the National Anthem at BlueClaws Stadium. His volunteer activities include work with the Ronald McDonald House and Souls4Soles. Hayden will be attending Indiana University to pursue a BFA in Musical Theater this fall. Emerging Scholarship for Literary Arts Sponsored by Sarah Fischell Award Recipient Chloe Scardino, Wall High School Chloe Scardino is a teen writer with a love for creating and sharing stories. She enjoys writing poetry and fiction that combines the wonder of fantasy with the beauty of the human experience. Chloe will be attending Cornell University in the fall as a prospective English major. She is the President of the National Art Honor Society and the Vice President and Co-Founder of the Sewing Club. Chloe is also a member of the National Honor Society and National Technical Honor Society, where she placed second in the Digital Cinema Competition. She has been a JV and Varsity tennis player at Wall High School. Her school activities include writing for the literary magazine, participating in the drama club, and the Dungeons and Dragons club. Chloe attended the Bard College at Simon’s Rock writing program in July 2024, and in the Spring of 2025, she completed her mentorship with Project Write Now under the guidance of Lisa Hartsgrove. Chloe has enthusiastically participated in the Monmouth Arts Teen Arts Festival during her time at CHS, both in writing and visual arts. When she’s not writing, she enjoys spending her time drawing, with friends, or outdoors. Maria Guerrero MC² Scholarship for the Performing Arts Maria is a vocal major in Red Bank Regional High School’s Visual & Performing Arts Academy. She has spent four years as an active member of the school community and an honor roll student. Her dedication to music, in addition to her overall academic achievements, has allowed her to be a member of RBR’s chapter of the Tri-M National Music Honor Society. She performs with the RBR Concert and Chamber Choirs, RBR Theatre Company, and is part of the RBR Stage Technology group, where she obtained experience working offstage in scene design and sound. Outside of RBR, Maria has performed in multiple community theater productions with companies such as Phoenix Productions, Spring Lake Theatre, Villagers Theatre, Algonquin Arts and Howell PAL Theater Company. Maria looks forward to studying theater performance and directing in college where she will also continue her vocal study. Amanda McMillan Emerging Scholarship for Literary Arts Sponsored by Sarah Fischell Amanda is currently a high school senior at Henry Hudson Regional. She is a part of her school's literary arts program, band program, and is a member of the Varsity Bowling Team. Amanda will be attending Montclair State University this fall with an intent to double major in Physics/Astronomy and Creative Writing. Amanda currently has multiple poems published in different poetry books and she plans on publishing more in the future. She is a lover of all things art and plans to involve her love of space and writing into a fulfilling and meaningful career in the future. Amanda is deeply grateful for her friends, family, and teachers that have continuously supported and facilitated her passion for the literary arts. Olatomi Gabriel Victoria J. Snoy Memorial Scholarship for the Arts Sponsored by friends of Victoria J. Snoy Olatomi is a senior currently attending Freehold Township High School. Art has always played a huge role in his life but more recently, art has served as a connector between himself and his Nigerian heritage. For a long time, Olatomi had felt a rift within himself and his culture that caused him to feel insecure within it. Creating art has served as his rebuilder, as it’s strengthened his love for the intricacies of his Nigerian heritage. It has excited a creative path in which Olatomi aims to highlight the beauty of his culture in future projects. As of right now, Olatomi is currently deciding between the University of Pennsylvania and Duke University in which he intends to major in Design. William Blake MC² Scholarship for the Performing Arts William is a senior at Red Bank Regional High School, plans to study Electrical Engineering with a concentration in Audio Engineering at the University of Miami this Fall. He will also have a Minor in Music. William has been a musician all his life and intends to remain engaged in all aspects of the industry. Music is, by far, the thing he enjoys the most; playing the piano, as well as the alto saxophone, and he spends most of his free time either practicing, listening to, or creating his own music. Ryan Sickles Scholarship for Literary Arts Sponsored by Sarah Fischell Ryan is a senior at Red Bank Regional High School, has been a member of RBR’s Creative Writing Academy for four years. His talent in writing is fueled by his love of language and allows him to explore unique discussions on topics that range from controversial to deeply meaningful to hysterical. He plans to study Writing for the Stage at Marymount Manhattan College and continue his stand-up comedy career. Ashley Soriano Victoria J. Snoy Memorial Scholarship for the Arts Ashley is a senior at Long Branch High School, grew a passion for social justice and mutual aid work throughout her time in school. She believes using her personal grief in her art can showcase the struggles of marginalized communities to bring awareness and spark change. Ashley will attend New York University this fall as a Studio Arts major, studying at the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. Samantha Yannarelli Monmouth Arts Young Musical Artist Scholarship Samantha is a senior at Saint John Vianney High School will attend Berklee College of Music as a Commercial Voice-Songwriting/ Composition Major in the fall. Throughout high school, Sam performed and starred in every drama and musical. In 2022 she won a Basie Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Musical. She is also a singer/songwriter who released her first self-produced EP and two singles recorded at Dug Deep Production. Amya Johnson-Ashe MC² Scholarship for the Performing Arts Amya Johnson-Ashe is currently a senior at Monmouth Regional High School. She will be studying political science and music at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. In 2022 Amya won the Special Evaluation award from Count Basie Center for the Arts for her role as Audrey 11 in Little Shop of Horrors. Her passion for singing has enabled her to compete in the McDonald's Gospelfest at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, for three seasons, performing on stage for thousands of people including notable singers Donnie McClurkin, Cissy Houston, and Fantasia. Emma Ekberg Grunin Foundation Scholarship for the Arts Emma Ekberg is a graduating senior at Communications High School. She is attending the Fashion Institute of Technology for Fashion Design this fall. Emma hopes to make positive changes in the fashion industry, including more inclusive body representation and sizing in both garment production and modeling, as well as addressing the environmental impact of the trend cycles and fast fashion. Dakim Randolph 50th Anniversary Emerging Artist Scholarship for Literary Arts Dakim Randolph is a senior at Asbury Park High School. He will be pursuing a career in Creative Writing and Journalism at Brookdale Community College and Seton Hall upon graduating this spring. Dakim is an active member of his school community. In addition to being a talented writer, he is also on the track team and a member of the National Honors Society and Student Council. He hopes to discover the world by expressing his thoughts through writing. Anna Zimmer Jay & Linda Grunin Scholarship for the Arts Anna Zimmer is a senior currently attending Communications High School under the instruction of visual arts teacher Shelley Ortner. She plans on attending Stevens Institute of Technology this fall, majoring in Visual Art & Technology. In that vein, she aspires to design more immersive art experiences through interactive technology. Liam Umbs MC² Scholarship for Performing & Literary Arts Liam Umbs, of Monmouth Beach, NJ, is a senior at Communications High School. He has studied piano for fourteen years and is a student of Marina Strakovsky. Besides piano, Liam enjoys serving as Editor-in-Chief of his school’s newspaper. This fall, he will attend the University of Pennsylvania to study Music. Aisa Feratovic MC² Scholarship for Performing & Literary Arts Aisa Feratovic is a graduating senior at Long Branch High School. Her theatre teacher is Mr. Moore, who she says “has had an everlasting impact on my performance.” She will be attending Drexel University in the fall with a major in Entertainment and Arts Management, and a minor in theatre. Jillian Tracy Jay & Linda Grunin Scholarship for Visual Arts Jillian Tracy is currently a senior at Communications High School, taught by visual arts teacher Shelley Ortner. While at Rochester Institute of Technology this fall, she aims to merge intuitive visual design and technology to create dynamic user experiences, majoring in New Media Interactive Development. Maxwell Connery MC² Scholarship for Performing & Literary Arts Maxwell Connery is a senior at Rumson-Fair Haven Regional HS, and in the Fall will be attending NYU Tisch School of the Arts – Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music as a Songwriter Entrepreneur. A multi-instrumentalist, trained in classical, jazz and contemporary styles, Maxwell is the singer-songwriter of 2018 Asbury Music Award winners “Sonic Blume.” Recently named one of the “Top NJ Bands to Hear in 2019” by NJ Star-Ledger, their second album “Beach Karma,” was also named one of the “Top NJ Records of 2018. Sebrina Gao Jay & Linda Grunin Scholarship for Visual Arts Sebrina Gao is a 17-year old senior at Communications High School. Sebrina has been the recipient of many regional and national awards, and is a student of Shelley Ortner. She aims to pursue a career the entertainment industry and one day, create visual development art for animated films. She will be attending the ArtCenter College of Design - Pasadena, CA in the Fall of this year. Elena Yasin MC² Scholarship for Performing & Literary Arts Elena Yasin is a member of both the Dance Team and Dance Academy at Matawan Regional High School under the direction of Julie McKurth. She has been training for 14 years through various programs including the Senior Ensemble at Peridance Capezio Center in Manhattan, and the Monmouth County Arts High School dance program. She plans to continue exploring the capacity of her physical and artistic abilities in expressivemovement at the Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University in the fall. Andrew Wang Jay & Linda Grunin Scholarship for Visual Arts Andrew Wang is a student artist who enjoys using a variety of media and techniques in order to create pieces with an illustrative feel. Andy currently attends Communications High School, and studies under his visual arts teacher Shelley Ortner. He will attend the Rhode Island School of Design this fall.

Get a first look at films before they premiere in NY and LA! Film Sneak Peeks are made possible by Sony Pictures Classics and Basie Center Cinemas. FILM SNEAK PEEKS Get a first look at films before they premiere in NY and LA! Film Sneak Peeks are made possible by Sony Pictures Classics and Basie Center Cinemas. Nuremberg Wednesday, November 5, 2025 Reception: 5:30 PM @ ArtSpace 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank Film Screening: 7:00 PM @ Basie Center Cinemas 36 White Street, Red Bank Written and directed by: James Vanderbilt Based on the book: The Nazi and the Psychiatrist by Jack El-Hai Starring: Russell Crowe, Rami Malek, Leo Woodall, John Slattery, Mark O’Brien, Colin Hanks, Wrenn Schmidt, Lydia Peckham, with Richard E. Grant, and Michael Shannon The Allies, led by the unyielding chief prosecutor, Robert H. Jackson (Michael Shannon), have the task of ensuring the Nazi regime answers for the unveiled horrors of the Holocaust while a US Army psychiatrist (Rami Malek) is locked in a dramatic psychological duel with former Reichsmarschall Herman Göring (Russell Crowe). This Event Has Passed THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Film Sneak Peeks are made possible by Sony Pictures Classics and Basie Center Cinemas. PAST SCREENINGS Oh, Hi! July 16, 2025 The Room Next Door November 20, 2024 Freud's Last Session December 12, 2023 RETURN TO SEOUL February 7, 2023 THE BURNT ORANGE HERESY January 30, 2020 THE WHITE CROW April 3, 2019 PUZZLE June 21, 2018 MARK FELT: THE MAN... September 28, 2017 THE COMEDIAN February 2, 2017 Jane Austen Wrecked My Life May 7, 2025 The Outrun October 9, 2024 The Miracle Club July 11, 2023 THE SON: FEATURING HUGH JACKMAN November 15, 2022 THE CLIMB October 2, 2019 ALL IS TRUE January 24, 2019 THE RIDER April 12, 2018 MAUDIE June 15, 2017 The Penguin Lessons March 12, 2025 We Grown Now April 9, 2024 It Ain't Over May 9, 2023 THE RETURN OF TANYA TUCKER: FEATURING BRANDI CARLILE October 6, 2022 MAIDEN May 22, 2019 NEVER LOOK AWAY November 29, 2018 THE LEISURE SEEKER January 18, 2018 PARIS CAN WAIT May 11, 2017

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Monmouth Arts is dedicated to helping local arts organizations thrive with funding, collaborative opportunities, and increased visibility.​ We hope you join us in elevating the arts scene in Monmouth County and keeping the arts alive. FOR NONPROFITS Welcome! Monmouth Arts is dedicated to helping local arts organizations thrive with funding, collaborative opportunities, and increased visibility. We hope you join us in elevating the arts scene in Monmouth County and keeping the arts alive. ArtHelps Grants The ArtHelps Grants support organizations and programs that serve the public and provide access to a diverse array of quality arts experiences throughout Monmouth County. Learn more Arts Mixers Meet up and mingle with fellow creatives and supporters at Monmouth Arts’ gallery and community space in Red Bank. Learn more All Current Members View a list of our current nonprofit members. Learn more Asbury Park African-American Music Project (AP-AMP) Jennifer Souder, Board of Director "Monmouth Arts’ support has helped others from the funding community and people new to the Asbury Park African-American Music Project (AP-AMP) recognize our mission as an important part of the arts community in Monmouth County. Monmouth Arts funding has helped AP-AMP continue to highlight musicians we have worked with over the years as well as helped us introduce new musicians to our community." Learn More Membership Gives You More Open the door to more arts happenings and involvement in the creative scene of Monmouth County. Build meaningful connections to artists, organizations, and other supporters Promote your business and events to thousands of our members and subscribers Explore Memberships

JOB OPPORTUNITIES Development Manager Please note: This is a part-time position (24 hours per week). Responsibilities and Duties Assist the Executive Director of Monmouth Arts with planning and execution of the Annual Gala fundraiser, including expanding silent and live auctions, sponsorships, and journal advertising. Prospect and research funding opportunities aligned with Monmouth Arts’ mission and strategic plan to support arts programming and general operating support. In coordination with the Executive Director, assist with grant writing and other communications to stakeholders as needed. Ensure appropriate recognition and stewardship of donors at all levels, from individual contributors to major gift donors. Maintain and manage timely gift processing, donor acknowledgments, reports, and donor records. Assist in the development and execution of donor cultivation and stewardship events throughout the year. Represent Monmouth Arts at meetings, events, and arts programming as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Not-for-profit experience required. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. Minimum of five (5) years of successful fundraising experience required. Experience using a CRM or fundraising database (DonorPerfect experience a plus). Prior grant writing experience required. Excellent writing skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Experience with major fundraising events preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills with a proven track record of securing gifts. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality work. High level of energy, initiative, and creativity; self-motivated and results-oriented. Comfortable being a visible and active member of the community, with the ability to design effective cultivation and stewardship strategies. Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends. Passion for nonprofit arts and culture and familiarity with the Monmouth County region is beneficial. Knowledge of Monmouth County arts scene a plus. How to apply Send an email with the subject line "Development Manager Position" and attach a cover letter and resume to Teresa Staub , Executive Director, at teresa@monmoutharts.org . Social Media & Marketing Intern The Social Media & Marketing Intern will assist the team in promoting Monmouth Arts and the organization's members. They will create and edit weekly e-blasts, curate content for social media, track analytics, assist with website maintenance, and complete other office work as required. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with a career focus on marketing, public relations, communications, and graphic design Current enrollment in Associates, Bachelors or Masters degree program (or in a specialized High School program) Strong understanding of social media platforms Basic design skills and moderate understanding of Adobe Creative Suite Interest in and enthusiasm for the arts Regular Duties: Create content for social media Track engagement analytics across social media and email Proof and edit press releases and other marketing materials Help curate and edit Get Out & Get Art and Opportunities in the Arts weekly e-blasts Act as an ambassador for Monmouth Arts, supporting our marketing campaigns online and on the ground by following us on social media, sharing our content, and recruiting other ambassadors Work occasional events at Monmouth Arts, when appropriate There is a stipend available for this internship, and school credit can be obtained through your institution (high school or college) with the necessary paperwork. Approximately 10-12 hours per week, schedule to be discussed. Monmouth Arts regular operating hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position is currently hybrid, with availability to occasionally work in our Red Bank office, attend some events, and assist with on-location content shoots within Monmouth County. How to apply Send an email with the subject line Social Media & Marketing Intern and attach a cover letter, portfolio, and resume to Debra Maricic , Marketing Manager, at debra@monmoutharts.org . Grant Review Panelists Monmouth Arts is expanding its pool of grant review panelists to perform evaluations of applications submitted for funding consideration. Panelists are integral to the grantmaking process, providing critical review, comments, and scores of all applications to a particular grant program. Interested individuals who have a deep knowledge about the arts, best practices for nonprofits, and arts administration are encouraged to submit a resume. Panelists are provided a stipend for serving as a grant reviewer. Monmouth Arts seeks panel diversity in all forms: age, race, gender, disabilities, sexual orientation, artistic discipline, location, etc. A panelist’s time commitment will vary depending on the grant being reviewed and the amount of materials required of applicants. All reviews are completed on Submittable, the grant portal of Monmouth Arts. Panel meetings will be conducted via Zoom and led by staff. How to apply: Send email with the subject line Grant Panelist to Connie Isbell, Membership & Community Engagement Director, at connie@monmoutharts.org . Please include a summary of your previous experience and qualifications. Monmouth Arts staff will review your information and contact you if we believe you would be a good fit. This policy states Monmouth Arts position on discrimination as an Equal Opportunity Employer. This policy applies to all Monmouth Arts employees, volunteers, members, clients, and contractors. Monmouth Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Monmouth Arts are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), atypical cellular or blood trait, age, physical or mental ability, unemployment status (with respect to job advertisements), veteran status, military obligations, marital, and domestic partnership or civil union status. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to hiring, recruitment, internal promotions, placement, selection, training, access to benefits, opportunities for advancement, discipline, terminations, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, compensation, outside vendors, members and customers, service clients, use of contractors and consultants, and dealings with the general public. The organization will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary and where required by law so long as the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the business. Monmouth Arts strongly urges the reporting of all instances of discrimination and harassment, and prohibits retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination, harassment or participates in an investigation of such report. Appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including immediate termination, will be taken against any employee who violates this policy.

Monmouth Arts offers assistance to municipalities in developing cultural plans that make communities more desirable places to live and work. CULTURAL PLANNING MONMOUTH ARTS CAN ASSIST MUNICIPALITIES IN DEVELOPING CULTURAL PLANS THAT MAKE COMMUNITIES MORE DESIRABLE PLACES TO LIVE AND WORK These plans enable inspiration, education, entertainment, employment, and a strengthening of the community’s social fabric by identifying cultural assets and developing and prioritizing goals that take advantage of the role of the arts in building community. Developed during 2012 with the Monmouth County Planning Board, “Imagine, Envision, Create” – Monmouth Arts updated countywide cultural arts plan builds upon the previous plan, “A Blueprint for the Arts,” and integrates input and research from a broad range of artists, arts organization, creative industries, planning, tourism, education and economic development. We have partnered with the Monmouth County Planning Board on integrating arts, entertainment, and culture into the Bayshore and Coastal Monmouth Regional Planning process. We’ve also assisted in the development of cultural arts plans for Red Bank and Asbury Park . If your community would like to develop a cultural arts plan, please email Teresa Staub, Executive Director, or call 732.212.1890 ext. 2 MONMOUTH COUNTY MEANS BUSINESS WHEN IT COMES TO THE ARTS! CHECK OUT THE MONMOUTH COUNTY DIVISION OF PLANNING'S REPORT ON THE CREATIVE ECONOMY >

ARTSPACE 105 ArtSpace 105 is the official micro-gallery of Monmouth Arts. It is located at 105 Monmouth Street in Red Bank (next to the Count Basie Center for the Arts). Apply to exhibit work here . What Eye See RBC High School Students In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, that resulted in the postponement of our ArtSpace 105 micro-gallery exhibits, we invite the arts community to view work at our all-new Digital Gallery! Exhibit: March 12 - April 9, 2020 Hannah Pastoriza Mixed media Gianna Tedeschi Acrylic Isabella Ermita Acrylic Jordan McKay Acrylic Isabella Ferrigno Mixed media Melanie Rose Abutin Mixed media Sarah Fazzolari Acrylic Paige Mission Acrylic Brianna Keogh Acrylic Riley Supp Mixed media Lindsey O'Brien Colored pencil Tina Zhang Mixed media Cassandra Haussman Acrylic Isabella Ermita Acrylic Chiara Castronovo watercolor Lindsey O'Brien Mixed media Isabella Ferrigno Acrylic Isabella Furfaro Mixed media Madison Zimmerman Acrylic Maglietta Smith Watercolor Gillian Bellone Acrylic Allison Lemanowicz Acrylic Allison Lemanowicz Acrylic Nicholas Argilagos Acrylic Tina Zhang Watercolor

ARTSPACE 105 ArtSpace 105 is the official micro-gallery of Monmouth Arts. It is located at 105 Monmouth Street in Red Bank (next to the Count Basie Center for the Arts). Apply to exhibit work here . Distant Connection Monmouth Arts Artist Members In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, that resulted in the postponement of our ArtSpace 105 micro-gallery exhibits, we invite the arts community to view work at our all-new Digital Gallery! Exhibit: April 9 - October 28, 2020 Michelle Locklear "Love & Peace" Acrylic Michelle Locklear "8|24 Kobe" Acrylic Michelle Locklear "Expression" Acrylic Ellen Rubinstein "Wave Waltz" Photography Ellen Rubinstein "Beach Life" Photography Ellen Rubinstein "Reach for the Sky" Photography Jodi DiLiberto "Invocation" Fractal art Jodi DiLiberto "Under a Fractal Moon" Fractal art Jodi DiLiberto "Nunnie's Garden" Acrylic Felicia Grant "Isolation" Watercolor Felicia Grant "On the Garden Wall" Gouache Felicia Grant "Coming Home" Watercolor Ry An "河童・Kappa" Wall-mounted recycled paper sculpture Ry An "It Spreads" Oil on panel Ry An "The Last Swan on the Lake" Oil on canvas Marlene Akeroyd "Bloomin Explosion" Watercolor Marlene Akeroyd "Spring in New York" Watercolor and collage from paint samples Marlene Akeroyd "Look, it's Sandy Hook" Watercolor Anthony Russo "Heroes of NYC" Watercolor Anthony Russo "Winter in Vermont" Oil Anthony Russo "Ocean Grove Tents" Oil Ellen Martin "I Shine at Night" Photography Ellen Martin "I Was a Real Beauty" Photography Ellen Martin "Save Me" Photography Freddy Powell "GOD" Acrylic

Monmouth Arts was proud to welcome our community to the 2026 Annual Meeting, Reset, Restore, Create, an evening dedicated to reflection, connection, and the transformative role of the arts in wellness and creativity. The program opened with a grounding sound bowl healing session led by musician Jamie Coppa, setting an intentional and restorative tone for the evening. Guests then heard from Dr. Micah Hillis, DSW, LCSW, Director of the Brandt Behavioral Health Treatment Center and Retreat at Rutgers University Behavioral HealthCare, who shared insights on emerging initiatives at the intersection of arts and wellness. Drawing inspiration from a quote often attributed to Hans Christian Andersen — “When words fail, music speaks” — Dr. Hillis offered his own powerful reflection: “When words fail, the arts speak,” underscoring the vital role creative expression plays in healing, communication, and balance. Throughout the evening, attendees reflected on Monmouth Arts’ accomplishments from 2025 while enjoying nourishing light refreshments provided by Kitchenwitch, and engaged in meaningful conversation with fellow artists, supporters, and community leaders. The Annual Meeting also included the election of new Board members and the welcoming of returning members, whose leadership and dedication continue to guide the organization forward. We are deeply grateful to everyone who joined us and contributed to a memorable and inspiring evening. Together, we look ahead with renewed energy as we continue to champion the arts as a vital force for wellness, creativity, and community. 2025 Monmouth Arts Recap Featured Guest Speaker Dr. Micah Hillis, DSW, LCSW is the Director of the Brandt Behavioral Health Treatment Center and Retreat at Rutgers University Behavioral HealthCare. He has extensive experience providing treatment and managing programs that focus on mental health and substance use in various treatment settings including, inpatient, outpatient, community outreach, peer support, and case management services in the community as well as in incarcerated settings. The focus of these programs has been to provide services to at-risk populations including adults, adolescents, children, incarcerated persons, the chronically homeless, veterans, and those struggling with mental illness and substance use. Currently, Dr. Hillis is overseeing the program development and daily operations at the Brandt Center which provides a retreat setting for out of home treatment, as well as outpatient and intensive outpatient levels of care. Previously, he was focused on services addressing the ongoing opioid/fentanyl epidemic in New Jersey through multiple partnered programs with the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), Department of Corrections (NJDOC), and Parole Board (NJSPB). Additionally, Dr. Hillis is a part-time lecturer for the Rutgers University School of Social Work and part-time faculty member at Boston University’s School of Social Work. Featured Performer Jamie Coppa is a singer/songwriter and musician residing at the Jersey Shore. Her music is a reflection of her life experience and soulful outlook and perspective with influences in pop, r&b, meditation and chant, and spiritual hymns. In addition to performing, Jamie offers holographic sound baths in the greater NYC area and owns and operates The Well community center in Belmar, NJ. She shares her passion and love for humanity through various projects and small business ventures that aim to positively impact the lives of others.

Local events, resources, programming, and more from our neighboring organizations. ARTS ACCESS LOCAL RESOURCES Act Out Act Out in Marlboro, NJ provides theater for kids, teens, adults with special needs. The Arc of Monmouth The mission of The Arc of Monmouth is to improve the lives of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. This is accomplished through advocacy, services and supports, collaboration with community partners and community education. Ballet Company of the Performing Arts Ensemble Ballet Company of the Performing Arts Ensemble in Red Bank includes children with disabilities. Creative Aging Arts For older adults, Creative Aging Arts provides art workshops that stimulate connections between the visual arts and the creative process. The art activities celebrate individual expression, are meaningful, and provide pleasurable experiences connecting the individual to the larger group. Karen Starrett, founder of Creative Aging Arts, is a certified art teacher and dementia practitioner. She received a BA in art education and Certification in Gerontology from Rutgers University. She was trained at The Creative Center: Arts in Healthcare and through The National Center for Creative Aging. For the past five years, Karen has been bringing her art workshops to senior centers and assisted living facilities. She is also a working artist who exhibits frequently in the NY/NJ area including the Johnson & Johnson Gallery and the Noyes Museum. If you'd like to learn more about Creative Aging Arts, click here . Guild of Creative Art Docent Program Guild of Creative Art Docent Program caters to the developmental and cognitive needs of any population, but especially reaches out to those who would not ordinarily visit an art gallery or non-profit artistic cooperative, namely elementary school aged students, adults and children with special needs, and seniors with cognitive or physical disabilities. Middletown Arts Center Middletown Arts Center has been awarded the Ruth Hughes Award for Accessible Recreation Facility by the New Jersey Recreation and Parks Association. Programs include Visual Arts and Dance Programs for children with special needs; Inclusive Summer Arts Camp programs that provide opportunities for children with special needs; Camp Jinka – a specialized camp for children affected by brain tumors; programs with the Arc of Monmouth for adults with special needs; and discounted Senior Citizen programs. Monmouth County Library The Monmouth County Library is committed to making services and collections available to all. For those with special needs the Library has a large collection of printed materials and a wide variety of services and resources to make the library accessible to people with disabilities, their families, and caretakers. Monmouth County Park System’s Therapeutic Recreation Programs The mission of the Therapeutic Recreation Division is to provide access to recreational opportunities for Monmouth County residents with disabilities in order to enhance physical, cognitive, emotional, and social functioning, as well as a sense of belonging to the community. Monmouth Museum Monmouth Museum often offers tactile exhibits. Check their current exhibitions online! Oasis TLC Oasis TLC in Middletown created its first Transitional Residential Adult Independent Learning (T.R.A.I.L.) Center designed to provide residential, vocational, social and educational experiences for young adults with autism in a highly supportive, home community farm setting. Over the course of the program, students will focus on the development of life skills that will help prepare them for employment and independent living. Social Communities Activities Network (SCAN) Social Communities Activities Network (SCAN) in Eatontown is NJ's premier provider of continuing education for adults since 1988 and is located in the basement level of the Monmouth Mall. Courses include: Art, Computers, Technology, Digital Photography, Fitness, Health, Languages, History, Music, TV Production, Finance, and much more. Special People United to Ride (SPUR) Working in conjunction with the Monmouth County Park System, Special People United to Ride (SPUR) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides individuals with disabilities the opportunity to achieve personal goals through therapeutic horsemanship. Sunnyside Equestrian Center offers Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies, including therapeutic horseback riding lessons and Horses for Heroes: Programs & workshops for veterans. REGIONAL & NATIONAL RESOURCES Arts Unbound Arts Unbound, founded in 2000, is a studio and gallery in Orange, NJ specializing in the visual arts for youth and adults with mental, physical and developmental disabilities. The Council for Exceptional Children The Council for Exceptional Children offers Webinars, Workshops and Summits in the area of special education. The organization is active in local, state and federal issues, as exemplified by their arts advocacy letters earlier this year opposing the ESEA bill for several reasons. This is an excellent website for professional development and also special education news and policy information. Deaf West Theatre Deaf West Theatre engages artists and audiences in unparalleled theater experiences inspired by Deaf culture and the expressive power of sign language, weaving ASL with spoken English to create a seamless ballet of movement and voice. Located in New York City. Kids Included Together (KIT) Kids Included Together (KIT) provides best practices training to help communities, businesses, and child care/recreation programs include children with all kinds of disabilities and special needs. Viewing disability as a form of diversity rather than a deficiency enables positive outcomes for all children. The Matheny School Matheny’s Arts Access program empowers individuals with disabilities to create art without boundaries. Through the use of innovative systems and techniques, participants can take part in the visual, performing and literary arts. Regardless of their disability, clients are provided with the tools and materials needed to produce complete pieces of work. Located in Peapack, NJ. National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Accessibility - Grants and Resources Pure Vision Arts Pure Vision Arts is New York’s first specialized art studio and exhibition space for people with developmental disabilities. PVA is staffed by trained professionals with backgrounds in art education, fine arts, and art therapy who provide mentoring and support to the artists who attend the studio. Visual Arts Center of NJ The Art Center’s community engagement programs deliver engaging and educational visual arts experiences to under-served, economically disadvantaged, marginalized audiences or communities with barriers. VSA New Jersey - State Organization on Arts and Disability VSA New Jersey is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the creative power of people with disabilities. The organization offers artist residencies, workshops, mentoring, parent/child workshops in the arts for children with autism, and arts achievement awards.