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“Digigram” Workshop with Mansa

June 15, 2023

Mansa taught a two Day Workshop to Makers Studio artists, in the “Digigram” process. Artists combined self-portraits they made with personal items… Read More

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The Art of Doll Creation

June 14, 2023

In Art with Esther, members created dolls with movable limbs out of posterboard and various media, inspired by the theme of “Playfulness”.… Read More

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Pride Collection and Out Montclair

June 8, 2023

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈 Getting excited to meet the crowds at Out Montclair! Look for us this Saturday, June 10, at Booth # 153 on… Read More

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Pride Art Mini Exhibit

June 1, 2023

Kicking off Pride 2023 with our artists/advocates Skyler S. and Kristen I. Stop by JSDD, Monday through Friday, 9-5, during the month… Read More

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Morris Museum Tour

May 25, 2023

Last week, members enjoyed an outing to the Morris Museum for a Mentor and Me tour and a picnic lunch. The tour… Read More

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Celebrating One’s Art Practice

May 22, 2023

Each artist derives something important from their art practice. Here is a peek into a few of our Art Studio’s 1:1 sessions,… Read More

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Unique Gifts for Father’s Day

May 18, 2023

Dad Deserves a Pop of Color! ~ Unique & functional gifts for Father’s Day featuring the work of WAE Center artists ~… Read More

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Capturing Light in Motion

May 11, 2023

In photography class with Phebe, members spent the last two weeks capturing light in motion images using glow sticks in a dark… Read More

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Congratulations to Alicia, Eva & Josephine!

April 28, 2023

Congratulations to WAE artists, Alicia L., Eva H. & Josephine M.! They each have artwork accepted into the 22nd Annual Gaelen Juried… Read More

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Rising Artists Opening Reception

April 26, 2023

Rising Above Bakery hosted an art exhibit as a fundraiser for this beautiful bakery that “employs and imparts meaningful life skills to young… Read More

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Members had a magical time at Wilkins Theatre at K Members had a magical time at Wilkins Theatre at Kean University this week as part of the summer performance series! They enjoyed a delightful production of Sleeping Beauty and even got to meet and take pictures with the cast.
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WAE members love starting their Wednesdays with Mo WAE members love starting their Wednesdays with Movement with Sue — setting the tone for a great day ahead.
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You never know what inspirational item you will fi You never know what inspirational item you will find in the WAE Gift shop at Heidi Gallery...

View the latest exhibit, Summer Symbiosis, and find the perfect gift for someone special (yourself included) - like these perler bead earrings!
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We hope you can join us this afternoon for the Ope We hope you can join us this afternoon for the Opening Reception of...
~ SUMMER SYMBIOSIS ~
July 13, 2-4pm
@heidigalleryatjsdd 

Come see the vibrant body of work by self-taught artists from the WAE Center and @mathenyartsaccess!

ARTISTS:
Alicia L. | Amy Lambert | Angel I. | Anthony Zaccaria | Bari Kim Goldrosen | Benjamin Cuison | Brad Goldman | Charles Fieramosca | Cheryl Chapin | Chet Cheesman | Chris Palmer | Daniel M. | David L. | Dontae C. | Ellen Kane | Erik T. | Eve H. | Grace S. | Isabell Villacis | Jason Weiner | Jess Evans | Joshua Handler | Julia L. | Judy F. | Karen Frascella | Karen Yates | Kari S. | Kevin M. | Kristen I. | Linford B. | Lloyd Decker | Margo R. | Maria F. | Matthew Krolik | Michelle C. | Mike C. | Mike Martin | Morgan Krolik | Natalia Manning | Patrick M. | Paul Santo | Rainora L. | Risa S. | Roland B. | Yael K. | Yinka O. | Yoav N. | Yolanda J. | Zak Z.

Free and Open to the Public.

♿ Heidi Gallery seeks to welcome guests of all abilities and make their experience as accessible as possible! Please contact HeidiGallery@JSDD.org to request a specific accommodation.
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Movement, cooking, weaving, and more — WAE class Movement, cooking, weaving, and more — WAE classes bring out big creativity and even bigger smiles!
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Full of Joyful Thanks! Founding Artistic Director, Full of Joyful Thanks!
Founding Artistic Director, Carolyn Dorfman of @cdorfmandance brought her expertise, energy and joie de vivre to the WAE Center for a fabulous workshop.

Members joined in the business of movement with CDD artistic collaborators and one another...for a session full of Life!
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Join us for the Summer Symbiosis Exhibit now throu Join us for the Summer Symbiosis Exhibit now through August 10 at @heidigalleryatjsdd!

This  vibrant showcase brings together a diverse group of self-taught artists from the WAE Center and @mathenyartsaccess who lunge fully into the creative process — proof that art knows no boundaries.

~ Opening Reception ~
Sunday, July 13, 2-4pm

Free and Open to the Public.

Gallery Hours: M-F, 9am-5pm and by appointment.
Contact: HeidiGallery@JSDD.org or 973.272.7148

♿ Heidi Gallery seeks to welcome guests of all abilities and make their experience as accessible as possible! Please contact HeidiGallery@JSDD.org to request a specific accommodation.
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Congress is expected to vote TODAY on the Budget R Congress is expected to vote TODAY on the Budget Reconciliation with deep Medicaid cuts. This bill will hurt people with disabilities, take action today. 

It is being reported Rep, Jeff Van Drew is close to a yes, please call him at:
(202) 225-6572.
email: https://vandrew.house.gov/contact/
 
Rep. Tom Kean: (202) 225-5361 
email: https://kean.house.gov/address_authentication
 
Call Rep. Chris Smith and remind him he is part of the NJ Disability Caucus: (202) 225-3765
email: https://chrissmith.house.gov/contact/write.htm

Take action at:
https://www.ancor.org/actions/preserve-i-dd-services-tell-congress-protect-medicaid/
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