{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Many Brains. One Heart.","title":"Episode 3 - Nurturing Creativity: A Journey through Art, Community and Puppies in Vernon BC","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3520,"description":"Art centre management and making a difference. (0:02)Vernon Community Art Centre's history and transition. (0:59)Art classes and facilities at the Vernon Community Art Center. (3:22)Nonprofit arts organization's fundraising and revenue streams. (7:18)Running a nonprofit art centre during COVID-19. (12:30)Vernon Community Art Center programs and their impact during COVID-19. (16:23)Community involvement and creative programming. (23:07)Local business, events, and community involvement. (28:05)Puppies, dogs, and art. (32:53)Outdoor activities, self-sufficiency, and beer. (38:34)Arts and culture in Vernon, BC. (42:33)Arts and culture funding and support. (46:12)Public art, mental health, and creativity. (54:18)In this episode of Many Brains. One Heart. Host Heath Fletcher delves into the world of community art centres and their profound impact on individuals and society. Joining him is Rodney Goodchild, Manager of the vibrant Vernon Community Art Centre, as they explore the centre's history, challenges, and the transformative power of art.Rodney Goodchild shares insights into the history and transition of the Vernon Community Art Centre, shedding light on its evolution into two distinct arms: the Arts Council of the North Okanagan and the Vernon Community Arts Centre. They discuss the unique offerings of each arm, emphasizing the centre's commitment to providing arts education for all ages and levels.Heath and Rodney delve into the fundraising efforts of the Vernon Community Art Centre (VCAC), highlighting the annual fundraiser, Artsolutely Artisan Market, and various revenue streams, including art supplies sales and studio rentals. Despite challenges, the centre remains resilient in meeting the community's artistic needs.The conversation shifts to the impact of COVID-19 on VCAC and its programming. Rodney reflects on the challenges faced and the positive changes spurred by the pandemic, including the centre's shift to online platforms and renewed community...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/43nmKqSl0WUCumBzaGvLTc8kOTBjMUUkCAF_vVCMVU8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQ4NDY5LzE3MDQ2/OTcwNTEtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}