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KDA Newsletter No. 8

KDA Newsletter No. 8

NEWSLETTER — December 2021 YEAR IN REVIEW A year-end reflection, one of our favorite times of the year.   In many ways, 2021 felt like a continuation of 2020.  For every step forward we took, we often felt that three more steps were then taken backward. In another year of uncertainties, we focused our efforts on the digital realm and found that we continued to make an impact in Kern County and beyond.   A few of our 2021 highlights include the following: - We supported dozens of Kern County creatives through employment opportunities, grants,…continue reading →
KDA Newsletter No. 7

KDA Newsletter No. 7

NEWSLETTER — December 2020 YEAR IN REVIEW 2020 started out BIG—a new year, a new decade, and another chance to serve. While celebrating 5 years, KDA anticipated reaching the most people EVER through unique, in-person programs, and we planned on hosting our first gala at the Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater.   Instead, 2020 had other plans. We launched our 2020 season on March 1.  On March 19, we were forced to suspend our spring programs.  The pandemic was affecting everyone worldwide, and Kern County was no different. Like so many others, we were…continue reading →
KDA Newsletter No. 6

KDA Newsletter No. 6

  • Posted on December 30, 2019
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NEWSLETTER -- December 2019 YEAR IN REVIEWIn 2019, KDA reached over 12,000 community members through our programs and services! We launched Kern County's FIRST dance/movement therapy program for cancer patients and survivors and received a nomination for a THIRD Beautiful Bakersfield Award. We presented over 16 dance events and provided grants and scholarships to deserving dancers and organizations. KDA was awarded our FIRST California Arts Council grant, we were highlighted in 31 news and radio segments and featured on TWO magazine covers. We invite you to read our 2019 Year In Review. .…continue reading →