ALLEGHENY ARTS
ALLEGHENY Arts Community Update: Welcoming Paradise Gray and Major Progress
Greetings ALLEGHENY Arts Community,
I hope this newsletter finds you all well. It's time for an update on our recent activities and developments within our beloved community. As previously mentioned, we've undergone some restructuring, including the formation of a new board comprising community members and representatives from various organizations.
In this edition, I'm thrilled to highlight one of our newest members, Paradise Gray. Paradise, a long-time friend and collaborator of mine, has been an integral part of the Northside community for over two decades. His contributions to the arts, both locally and globally, are truly remarkable.
Paradise Gray is a hip-hop pioneer, a treasure in our community, owner & lead curator of Hip-Pop Labs at 433 East Ohio Street, a part of American and hip-hop history. His recent endeavors include stepping into the national spotlight with a new television show and serving as the chief curator of The Hip-Hop Museum. Paradise has always been an advocate for using art as a tool for social change, crime reduction, and community empowerment. His experience in these areas, particularly during his time with the Black Watch in New York City in the 1980s and 90s, brings invaluable insight to our endeavors here in ALLEGHENY. Paradise has used art to benefit communities and reduce crime and drug activity through positive projects and outreach in his illustrious career.
Moreover, Paradise's commitment to the Northside community as a long-time resident and his past successes in utilizing art for community benefit make him an inspiring figure for both established and emerging artists alike. His expertise will undoubtedly enrich our future events and initiatives, including our upcoming street art festival.
In other news, I'm excited to share that significant progress has been made in our efforts around the 16th St. bridge area. Through diligent collaboration with organizations and property owners, we are on the verge of signing agreements that will mark a significant milestone in our journey. This progress sets the stage for future projects and events that will positively impact our community for years to come.
Additionally, I want to emphasize the importance of not rushing our projects, particularly the ten-year initiative slated to commence next school year. We are committed to thorough planning and community involvement every step of the way to ensure its success.
As always, I invite feedback and ideas from all members of our community. Your input is invaluable as we continue to move forward. Let's work together to make ALLEGHENY Arts an even greater force for positive change.
Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication.
Respectfully,
Executive Artist
ALLEGHENY Arts
Kyle Holbrook
