Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 11/14/2019

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Extremely likely Likely Somewhat likely Not at all likely Q2: How likely are you to attend a program centered around art? 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% With over half of respondents saying they would be "likely" or "extremely likely" to attend an art program, it is worthwhile to offer various art classes for different ages. There are not many options for residents to pursue art in the area outside of school programs and personal endeavors. Survey responses for individual Art in the Park classes show positive feedback for previous offerings. In 2017, free youth art classes were offered in conjunction with The Draw Sumer Event Series. Nearly 90% of respondents were "very satisfied" or "satisfied" with the program content. Feedback was very positive, with highlights included below: • We love art in the park! Great way to learn and meet friends in our community! *BONUS* no cost! We are [grateful]!!! • Excellent art project that taught us a new way to watercolor and was so easy for all ages • This was a great project for a variety of ages. I wish that I could have done it with my daughters! • We love all the art events at the Draw And, the free art in the park events are amazing!! Thank you! Art classes were offered throughout the year and all but one (wine and canvas night) were open to people of all ages. One participant of the June plein air painting class remarked, "I have always been afraid to do some plein air painting but this little intro was perfect to get me started. Very low key relaxed atmosphere." Survey results seem to show that people want introductory classes that require little to no previous experience. Participants are focused on learning something new and having fun, rather than creating a high quality piece of art. Family -based and youth classes are also popular options, as offerings are affordable and inclusive. Some classes had lower attendance than others, showing which areas may be of less interest to the community. Classes that may seem intimidating or requiring skill (such as stained glass) were cancelled due to low registration. This was noted and similar classes are not being offered in 2018. But as programming expands, there may be a small market for unique, skills -based art classes.