Join Long X Arts Director & Co-Founder Jessie Veeder Scofield and a tremendous panel of guests for an in-depth look at the work of The Long X Arts Foundation on the latest episode of 'Living in McKenzie County.' Jessie is joined by founding member and longtime resident Jan Dodge, current Board President Brooke Braunberg, and new education & outreach director Oksana Zvyagelskiy. They discuss their roles in promoting arts and culture in the region, the foundation's impact since its inception in 2016, and their vision for the future. From community art classes and cultural fairs to concert series and visitor center initiatives, learn about how this dynamic team fosters creativity and connection in McKenzie County.
00:00 Welcome to Living in McKenzie County
00:29 Meet the Long X Arts Foundation Team
01:57 Brooke's Journey and Contributions
03:03 Oksana's Artistic Path and Role
04:49 Jan's Vision and Community Impact
07:06 The Birth of the Long X Arts Foundation
14:35 Supporting Local Artists and Musicians
19:23 Cultural Connections and Community Events
30:24 Future Goals and Programming Initiatives
32:34 Community Outreach
33:24 Balancing Motherhood and Community Involvement
35:07 Encouraging Artistic Interests in Children
39:19 The Impact of Art During COVID-19
41:02 Concert Series and Community Reactions
43:25 Personal Stories of Artistic Influence
49:09 Future Visions and Community Support
59:42 Conclusion and Call to Action
Learn more and how to get involved at www.longxartsfoundation.com
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