You are connecting CATA artists in a time of crisis.
As soon as Eric logs in to his weekly CATA acting workshop, a chorus of voices chimes in to greet him. "HEY ERIC!" He lights up when he sees the faces of his fellow CATA...
10 July, 2020
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Why CATA Needs Our Support Now
Donors Pat and Dennis Hogan know first-hand why CATA matters—now more than ever....
01 May, 2020
BERKSHIRE EDGE: CATA launches online programs
APRIL 30, 2020 — Community Access to the Arts has launched a series of online arts programs in order to combat the isolation that people with disabilities are experiencing during the COVID-19 crisis....
30 April, 2020
You’re bringing joy to CATA artists across distance
Now more than ever, your support is bringing meaningful connection to people with disabilities isolated by the pandemic....
23 April, 2020
From Dancing Queen Mountain to the Ocean of Giftedness
Thanks to your generous support, the CATA Writers' Workshop embarked on a powerful writing project— creating a vibrant collection of poetry and art celebrating the traits that make them who they are....
30 January, 2020
A powerful awakening. YOU made it happen.
Thanks to your support, a group of CATA artists from two Berkshire County Arc day programs, the Nu-Opps brain injury program and Center for Development, joined forces to build benches for their Memory Garden to...
06 December, 2019
You’re helping elders share their life stories
David smiles as a calm, rhythmic sound fills his room. Across from him, CATA Faculty Artist JoAnne Spies gently strums a metal drum. "Listening to this music is so soothing," he says....
12 November, 2019
You helped CATA writers find poetry in sculpture
CATA artist Ruthie wheels up to the canvas with a big smile. Yesterday was her 102nd birthday, and she's ready to paint!...
25 September, 2019
You helped Ruthie start making art… at age 100!
CATA artist Ruthie wheels up to the canvas with a big smile. Yesterday was her 102nd birthday, and she's ready to paint!...
30 July, 2019
WGBY TV: CATA Provides Inclusive Arts Opportunities
WGBY reports on CATA for its "Connecting Point" TV series. "CATA as a two-way street— giving both to those with disabilities and to the broader community."...
25 July, 2019