Category: Creative Arts

American Music Tourism Act to Support and Increase Music Tourism

Hickenlooper, Blackburn Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Music Tourism. Music tourism will reach $11.3 billion in revenue (projected) nationwide by 2032. The United States boasts one of the world’s largest music industries, generating over $43 billion in revenue annually. Recently, U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Marsha Blackburn introduced the bipartisan American Music Tourism Act to support and increase music tourism by requiring the Commerce Department to implement a plan to increase and attract domestic and international visitors to venues nationwide.

Art to Live Funding Lilith’s Daughter’s Alter’s Dreams

Alexandria Wilson, the founder of Lilith’s Daughters Altar, and Adorner of Dreams at The Lyric. Alex has a unique story of embarking on a creative and artistic journey to save her life. During the pandemic, her world shifted and her decision to live a more meaningful life took full effect. Making art was not just a hobby but a therapy for her, as she was getting sober. It was a means for purpose and creation, but equally a pathway for her to help others.

Liz Lawrence

Liz Lawrence, a talented designer based in Colorado Springs, channels her passion into her brand, Lizigns. With a focus on graphic and fashion design, Liz creates wearable art by repurposing thrifted finds. Overcoming challenges as a Black female designer, she emphasizes the importance of authenticity in her work. Liz recently launched Been Thrifty Vintage Mystery Boxes, curating personalized thrifted items. Committed to supporting the Black community, she advocates for genuine connections and inclusive opportunities. Discover her designs and unique approach to creativity at Lizigns.

Little Zurich: An Open-Air Holiday Market in Fort Collins

The Little Zurich is an ethereal open air holiday market with warm fires roaring, and hundreds of twinkling lights adorning the four Swiss wooden vendor huts built by the owner, Todd Simmons and local legend Phil Benstein, with support from volunteers/regulars of the Wolverine Farm Letterpress & Publick House. Little Zurich is every Thursday-Saturday 4 pm-8 pm and Sundays from 12 pm-4 pm from now through the end of the year.