Melrose Creative Alliance
Connecting creative Melrosians with one another and with resources to power a vibrant arts and cultural community
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Join us for Pitch Perfect: Ask for What You Need
Wednesday, September 9, 6:30-8:00pm
MMTV Studios, 360 Main Street in Melrose
Organized by the Melrose Creative Alliance, in partnership with Melrose Cultural Council, Melrose Chamber of Commerce, and MMTV.
Curious about applying for local funding for a creative project or program? At this free annual event, you get to meet and network with creative partners! Our panelists chat about what is needed to produce a quality arts event in Melrose, including a thorough budget. Melrose Cultural Council grant applications are OPEN and actively seeking diverse perspectives and themes!
JOIN US! This event is FREE with RSVP
Upcoming Community Events
Keep up to date with creative and cultural events in Melrose!
THE HIVE!
The HIVE! is where Melrose residents and visitors can find arts and cultural events and discover local creative talent.
We also help creative producers get the word out broadly about their work.
Already know what you’re looking for?
Head straight to the HIVE directory that you need!
Melrose Creatives
Click here to get information about the fantastic independent visual and performing artists right here in Melrose!
Arts & Culture
Find out about the great arts organizations and small businesses that we have in the city, and how to connect with them.
Creative Classes
Want to find a creative class for you or your child? Find private and organization instruction in art, music, dance, theatre and more.
Artist Resources
Information and resources for artists and organizations to do and present their work: venues, funding sources, publicity, and more!
Creative Classifieds
If you’d like to post a Creative Classified, email us at melrosecreativealliance@gmail.com
Apply for a Melrose Cultural Council Grant
Artists, Creatives and the Melrose Cultural Community! Applications for 2026-2027 Open September 1st. Do you have a vision that engages, connects and inspires—we want to hear from you! Contact the Melrose Cultural Council if you have questions about how to apply for a grant this year. Learn more on our website: melroseculture.org
FYACS Call for Chalk Walk Sponsors
Coffee Shop Artists – Call for Art
Email for more info and to ask for the submission link:
coffeeshopartists17@gmail.com
New! Milano Center Listening Room
To learn more or assist with the development of the Milano Center Listening Room, visit the Melrose Council on Aging and/or contact Director Erica Drummond
CALL FOR ARTISTS: DOG DAYS OF SUMMER @GALLERY 103
Gallery 103 at the WCLC — Reading, MA
DOG DAYS OF SUMMER
This summer, Gallery 103 is turning the gallery over to the dogs.
DOG DAYS OF SUMMER is a group exhibition celebrating dogs in all their humor, weirdness, beauty, chaos, loyalty, movement, companionship, and personality. We’re looking for artwork that captures the many ways dogs become part of our identities, routines, relationships, communities, and everyday lives.
We’re seeking dog-inspired work across painting, photography, illustration, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, mixed media, textile art, and contemporary or experimental practices. We welcome both accomplished and emerging artists and hope to create a vibrant exhibition featuring a wide range of artistic styles and perspectives, with artists from Reading, Greater Boston, and across Massachusetts. The exhibition will open with a summer launch celebration on Saturday, July 25 in the afternoon (time TBD), inspired by the energy of a summer block party and community gathering.
DETAILS
Submissions due: June 30
Artists will be notified by July 6
Exhibition opening: Saturday, July 25 (afternoon, time TBD)
All artwork must be fully finished and ready to hang/install upon delivery. Framed work must include secure hanging hardware. Selected artists will be asked to contribute a $10 participation fee to help support exhibition and event costs.
To submit, please send: images of work, short artist bio, dimensions, medium, and pricing (if applicable), website and/or Instagram, contact information.
Please send submissions and questions to: karinna.sjogaber@gmail.com
https://www.writersclc.com/gallery103/
Teen Musicians Needed at FYACS
Proud to be a member of the MASSCreative Action Network
“MASSCreative organizes artists, creatives, cultural groups and changemakers to advocate for a more equitable and inclusive creative sector for all residents of the Commonwealth.”
