These numbers - and many more - are revealed via data gathered in the 2017 Arts and Economic Prosperity Study (AEP5) conducted by Americans for the Arts. The study offers insights into the economic impact of the nonprofit arts and culture sector in Vermont and across the nation. In Vermont, that impact is significant.

Read more about Vermont AEP5 results in The Arts Mean Business, this week's featured story.

Mark your calendars for the second Vermont Creative Network Summit on November 8 and 9. The 2017 Summit is centered on policy development. Participants at the two-day convening will explore key issues facing the creative sector. Large- and small-group sessions will work to uncover which issues, if acted upon, could have an impact within our state. Discussions will result in framing policy issues to present to the governor and legislature at the start of the 2018 legislative session.

Register today.

Let Vermont's foliage and harvest activities further inspire you as you visit artist studios during the 2017 Fall Open Studio Tour, October 14 and 15.This longstanding celebration of the visual arts and creative process offers visitors a chance to meet local artists and craftspeople in their studios; it's also an opportunity to purchase high-quality, handmade artwork. The entire state will be dotted with bright yellow signs pointing the way to dozens of studios.

The self-guided tour features the work of glassblowers, jewelers, print makers, potters, furniture makers, weavers, iron workers, painters, sculptors, quilt makers, and wood carvers. Many participating galleries host gallery talks and feature special exhibits in conjunction with this event.

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Successful teaching artists continually develop skills to build effect partnerships with classroom teachers. The Community Engagement Lab is accepting applications now for the 2018 Vermont Creative Schools Initiative Teaching Artist Academy & Fellowship Program. Academy participants will examine best practices that ensure classroom teacher/teaching artist partnerships thrive. Teaching artists at all levels in their career development are welcome to apply.

Learn how to apply.