Greenup County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024





3037 - Quality Arts Engagement & Experiences
3037.9) 175

Number of artists showcasing work (visual, literary, performing) through an Extension-led event

3037.7) 20

Number of participants reporting a new artistic experience

3037.1) 50

Number of participants engaged in Extension-led community art projects

3037.2) 30

Number of participants engaged in artistic activities that advance critical thinking

3037.3) 100

Number of participants engaged in an Extension-sponsored gallery exhibit

3037.8) 20

Number of professional artists participating in Extension programming

3037.5) 500

Number of participants reporting a change in the way they see their community as a result of extension arts involvement

3037.4) 0

Number of participants engaged in an Extension-led story circle

3037.6) 100

Number of participants reporting an increase in understanding the importance of arts engagement or artistic accomplishment

3037.10) 50

Number of artists reporting appreciation and/or validation of their artistic accomplishments

3037.11) 10

Number of teaching artists brought to community through Extension collaborations

3037.12) 5

Number of arts projects completed through extension programming

3037.13) 10

Number of opportunities for intergenerational creative engagement

3037.14) 5

Number of Extension-led arts programs receiving local, state, or national recognition



Success Stories

Reunion Big Band event

Author: Anne Stephens

Major Program: Quality Arts Engagement & Experiences

Reunion Big Band event

In the early years of the River Days Festival in Portsmouth, Ohio, local band directors had the vision to feature their favorite genre of music, live Big Band Jazz, as part of the community celebration. 35 years later, the Big Band Jazz sounds are still being played and enjoyed in Portsmouth on Labor Day weekend. This historic concert event has evolved from an American Federation of Musicians sponsored event to being fully supported by community sponsors. Thirty years ago, Julian Mohr, foun

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