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BOXFORD CULTURAL COUNCIL

The Boxford Cultural Council (BCC) is a community organization supported through funding
from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state organization which disseminates over twelve
million dollars annually to support and promote art/music, science, and the humanities locally.
The BCC is made up of community members who vet and vote on grant applications submitted
to us on an annual basis. We believe that a strong presence of the arts, science and humanities is
essential to build a strong community and a thriving educational system. Our primary objective
is to develop and fund projects that weave these elements into the fabric of our community. The
BCC actively encourages local artisans, musicians, scientists, teachers and school organizations
to submit grants for consideration to the Cultural Council.

The 2016 grant cycle gleaned 15 grant applications, of which 12 were funded. Among the
council grants approved for the 2016 grant cycle, are the following:

· “Minecraft Madness” encourages and motivates children to create a brighter world
through reading and imagination. Utilizing comedy, magic, improv and balloon art, Jim
brings the characters from the popular video game to life. Over 20 volunteers participate
in entertaining and team building activities at the Boxford Public Library

· “Meet Julia Child” A live performance at the Boxford Public Library featuring "Julia
Child" doing what she did best. The audience, as members of the "studio audience" will
learn about Julia's life in a fun and exciting way and then get to see an original "French
Chef" program. An edutainment comedy that's fun for all. After the performance, the cast
will open up for a discussion of Julia Child

· “Romeo and Juliet” New Repertory Theatre will perform a 90-minute adaptation of
William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" at New Hope Tutorials which includes study
guides, a workshop, and an artist-led post-show discussion.

· “Holiday Concert” The Carlisle Chamber Orchestra will perform at the Corey
Auditorium in Carlisle with seasonal music for the whole family. There will be classical
as well as popular repertoire, a sing-along, and a treat for the youngsters.

“Apple Magazines” CREST produces 4 free annual publications showcasing the
writing/art/music of students at Spofford Pond School among others. Appleseed (gr3-5) and
Applesauce (gr6-8) are distributed free to an estimated 10000 readers in schools, libraries,
senior/youth centers and both Boxford town stores. Schools use the magazines to recognize &
inspire excellence in writing/art/music/photography.

To learn more about the Massachusetts Cultural Council, or apply for a grant, check out
www.massculturalcouncil.org. There is an opening on the Council this coming year. We
encourage Boxford residents to apply. We meet in the fall and winter as needed.