Learn how to apply for an Advancing the Arts grant during this free information session. Arts Council of the Valley representatives will explain the application process, and art educator Christopher Michael, recipient of several Advancing the Arts grants, will share lessons he has learned. ACV’s Advancing the Arts grant program supports artists, art educators, and organizations working in the visual, performing, and literary arts. Funds are awarded to those who advocate for the arts as a basic, central part of lifelong learning in the Harrisonburg-Rockingham County community. Applications for the spring 2019 cycle must be submitted electronically by 5 pm March 11, 2019. For more information and application materials, visit valleyarts.org/advancing-the-arts-grants.