For the last eleven years there has been a movement afoot. It was founded with a simple mission: “ Never hide your talent," and was taking place annually in recreation centers, co-op storefronts, and  Community galleries across the nation. This year, The National Arts Program (nationalartsprogram.org) will hold The City of Cleveland exhibit at the Arts Collinwood Gallery, March 29 – April 9, 2010, with a grand opening reception Thursday, April 1 from 6 –9pm. The exhibition is free and open to the public. Participants must be employees of the City of Cleveland, a family member of an employee, or a City of Cleveland resident. Proof of residency is required to enter the exhibition.

The National Arts Program is designed to give all artists, at all levels of skill, an uninhibited opportunity to exhibit their work in a professional manner, and compete for cash prizes and continuing education scholarships. Sponsored by the National Arts Program Foundation with the support and cooperation of the City of Cleveland, the exhibit is judged by professional artists and visual art professionals in Amateur, Professional, and Youth classifications. And its free to all. Don’t miss this chance to be recognized for your creativity. Be proud of your art! You can pick up more information, or a registration form at the Café at Arts Collinwood,  you can receive information by calling 216 –664-2562. Registration deadline is Monday, March 22,2010 at 8pm.