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Date: 1/29/2025
Subject: MVCAC's January Spotlight
From: The Maple Valley Creative Arts Council




Hello MVCAC Family,

Wishing you a Happy New Year! As we say goodbye to last year, we want to take a moment to honor the incredible strides we’ve made together. Your support has been nothing short of phenomenal, allowing us to welcome a diverse array of new members and passionate youth board members, while also unveiling innovative programs that captured our imagination. Our efforts were rewarded with an upswing in grants that has accelerated our momentum. 
 
Grab a cup of your favorite brew and join us in reflecting on these achievements through a vibrant infographic that tells the tale of our shared success. Here's to celebrating how far we've come! Again, we couldn't have achieved this without all our members, sponsors, and volunteers. Thank you!
 
To kick off 2025, we’re thrilled to announce an exciting lineup of events, and we can't wait for you to join us. Let's dive into what's coming up in the next month or so. 
 
First up, mark your calendars for January 30 at 7 p.m.! Come join us for an Open Mic Night
your chance to share a song or a poem and get feedback. It’s open to all ages and a perfect opportunity to step onto the stage we build together!
 
Don’t forget, this free event occurs the last Thursday of each month. We have updated the Open Mic Program page with each of the calendar dates, simply click here and you can pre-load each to your personal calendar.

 
Calling all youth playwrights! We're accepting submissions for the Youth Short Play Festival—open to Grades 6-12. Your chance to shine is just a script away. Submit your 8 to 15-minute masterpiece and become one of the eight finalists whose plays will take center stage at the prestigious Maple Valley Creative Arts Center on Oct. 18. This is your moment to shine and share your creativity with the community!

Our submission form is easy to fill out click on the link here. If you have any issues with the link (it is on Google Drive), please email us at MVCAC@comcast.net, and we will have someone connect with you. For more info and how to submit, visit our Youth Short Play Festival program page.
 
The Midnight Mystery Theater is back in action! Don't miss "The Case of The Missing Rockstar," penned and directed by John Ruoff for a hilarious radio-style comedy show set in the swinging ’60s. Join us at the Maple Valley Creative Arts Center on February 15 at 7 p.m. for a date night you won't forget.

Immerse yourself in the swinging '60s as Nick Stupido, a swinging '60s Private Eye, gets hired by a psychedelic rock band, The Indebted Deceased, to locate their lead singer who’s romantic interest in the daughter of a gangster who he owes gambling money to had mysteriously disappeared, 
 
the love -in becomes a mystery-in. Join Nick Stupido in his far-out adventure as he encounters mobsters, hippies, an Italian crooner, a tall jockey, a sleazy mind reader, and a rock band badly in need of talent and a concept called reality. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!!!
 
 
Looking ahead, circle March 1st at 9 a.m. for Maple Valley Idol, Jr. registration day. We've made some exciting changes to enhance your experience, and we think you'll love them! This year, we are offering two age groups to perform at our competition in the following categories: 

- Teen Stars: ages 13-16 
- Young Stars: ages 8-12
 
Check out our newly updated Frequently Asked Questions and drop us a line if you have additional questions prior to registration day at MVCAC@comcast.net.

Plus, starting March 13th, we're introducing JC's Improv Night—led by our energetic new Youth Board Members, John Riedel and Cole Wolf, this event is open to all ages. Whether you choose to step on stage or cheer from the audience, it's a night of fun for everyone. Perfect for a game night or date night!

It's sure to be a blast! Check out the program page for more details. 

Stay connected, stay creative, and be part of our vibrant community. For more details on all our upcoming events, visit our website. Let's make 2025 another amazing year together!

Warm regards,
Maple Valley Creative Arts Council

Maple Valley Creative Arts Council
23220 Maple Valley Black Diamond Rd SE, Ste 15
Maple Valley, WA 98038
425-432-0810
 

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