Mayor’s Awards for the Arts nominees announced
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- The Allied Arts Council will celebrate its 62nd anniversary with a special celebration during its annual meeting and the 34th annual Mayor's Awards for the Arts.
The Mayor's Awards for the Arts will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 17, and will be at the Benton Club, located at 402 N. seventh St.
The celebration spotlights individuals and organizations whose passion and dedication strengthen the local arts community.
"St. Joseph is known for its outstanding visual and performing arts, arts education, and advocacy," said Mayor John Josendale in a press release. "I'm proud to support the Mayor's Awards for the Arts, which honor the people who are making a difference in our cultural landscape."
Awards will be presented in six categories, recognizing excellence across artistic disciplines, education, leadership and volunteerism.
This year's nominees include:
- Artist of the year: Christopher Alexander and Lory Lacy
- Arts Educator of the Year: Beth McLenaghan and Lynnea Wootten
- Youth Artist: Macormick Carlson and Gage Phroper
- Organizational Achievement in the Arts: Art Attack Studio, Benton Club and St. Joseph Youth Chorale
- Individual Leadership: Christy George and Lindsay Prawtz
- Outstanding Volunteer: Val Jones, Martin Rucker and Martial Thevenot
"The Mayor's Awards for the Arts is more than a ceremony- it's a celebration of the people who create, support, and advocate for the arts in our community," said Jessica Agnew, executive director of the Allied Arts Council. "It's an inspiring night that brings together the heart of St. Joseph's creative spirit."
Tickets are available online at www.ticketleap.events/tickets/stjoearts/MayorsAwards25 or by calling the Allied Arts Council at (816) 233-0231.
