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HistoryIn September 2016, Andrea Blacklow and Ellen Gorman created Moving Arts Exchange (MAX), a non-profit dance organization, drawing on their extensive experience in performance, choreography and dance education. With passion for collaboration and an inclusive approach to dance education, MAX creates opportunities for trained and untrained dancers on the stage, at local community events, and out in the streets. Opportunities include working with our resident and teen companies, ongoing classes for children, teens and adults, MAXFlash events, site-specific dance and video Projects, and collaboration with the MAX Choir and other local artists and arts organizations. MAX creates work relevant to our collective experiences, which has a profound and positive effect on practitioners, young emerging teen artists, and the surrounding community.SpecialtiesWith passion for collaboration and an inclusive approach to dance education, MAX creates opportunities on stage, at local community events, and out in the streets. Serving ages 18 months to adult, through the moving arts, including ballet, modern, Capoeira, Aikido, a Teen Dance company, an Adult dance company, and a family friendly environment. MAX offers flexibility for the busy schedules of Berkshire Families - offering shorter terms for programming.

Community Access To Arts (CATA) is a non-profit organization based in Great Barrington, MA, dedicated to nurturing and celebrating the creativity of individuals with disabilities. Through a variety of inclusive arts workshops and public programs, CATA creates a vibrant and inclusive community where everyone can explore their artistic talents and express themselves through painting, dance, drumming, writing, yoga, and more. With a commitment to equity and accessibility, CATA offers a range of programs designed to empower individuals with disabilities and provide them with opportunities for artistic expression. Through their workshops and exhibits, CATA artists are able to showcase their talents and contribute to the cultural landscape of the community. By supporting CATA, individuals can make a difference in the lives of these artists and help them stay connected and creative.Generated from the website

Construct is a nonprofit organization based in Great Barrington, MA, dedicated to providing affordable housing solutions and support services to individuals and families in need throughout the southern Berkshires. Founded in 1969, the organization serves over six hundred families annually, offering transitional housing, rental assistance, and emergency financial aid to those at risk of homelessness. With a focus on essential workers and community members facing crises, Construct operates a variety of programs, including a co-living workforce housing option and multiple funds for utility and transportation assistance. Their mission is to foster housing stability and strengthen the community by ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to live where they work and thrive. Generated from the website