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March, 15, 2004: 2004 “Art in the City” 2004 Art in the City is a showcase that displays various art exhibits donated by university students and local artists surrounding metropolitan Nashville. This event is held in support of The Gregory Ridley Scholarship fund which awards low-income students ages 12-18 with a $1000 scholarship which can be used toward higher education or starting their own business. These students must exemplify outstanding academic achievement, community service, leadership, high moral standards and respect toward the arts. Prospective recipients for this award are all participants in the Moves and Grooves program which is a year-round mentoring agency serving at-risk youth in Nashville. Art in the City is hosted through Moves and Grooves, Inc in partnership with the Fisk University class of 2004. The purpose of Art in the City is to encourage the community to learn the importance of self-expression through art, while supporting local artists within their own neighborhood. Donated art will be presented on display and sold to the highest bidder. Art donors will receive 10% of the set selling price, and an opportunity to highly illustrate their art to the community. All art sold is tax deductible and are the unique treasures created by the best up and coming artists in Nashville. Art in the City is a semi-formal event for the whole family. This event will take place on Saturday, April 10, 2004 from 2-5 pm in the Jubilee Hall Appleton Room on the historical Fisk University campus. There is a $2 donation at the door and small refreshments will be served. All monetary donations received through this event will benefit the Gregory Ridley Scholarship fund in preservation of Mr. Ridley’s effort to unify the Nashville community through art. This event will not only bring a positive light to Nashville, but also bridge the gap between the community and Fisk University as a whole. Art in the City serves as an opportunity for amateur artists, musicians and poets to be exposed to the public while also giving back to the communities in which they live. September, 15, 2003: Two of our students were recognized as Mr. and Miss Moves and Grooves. The two individuals are chosen by volunteers, staff, and students as someone who exemplifies outstanding leadership, academic excellence, and superior self-control. They have both been awarded $20 each, a certificate, and (2 ) tickets to the Centennial Sportsplex Recreation Center. For the 2002-2003 school year, this title has been awarded to: Mr. Jhaquelle Love; age 8
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