MassBudget: Why Top-Income Households Receive Most Tax Benefits from Charitable Deduction

MassBudget    Information.    Participation.  Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center    Democracy. February 11, 2019 Why Top-Income Households Receive Most Tax Benefits from Charitable Deduction BOSTON - Our Commonwealth does best when all people experience rising prosperity. But for several decades, the wealth and income of the top 1 percent of households has grown briskly while others have been left behind. While there are many reasons for this trend, one contributing factor is the way the federal tax deduction for charitable giving disproportionately rewards the giving of those with incomes over $1 million compared with donations made by moderate- and low-income tax filers. While higher-income households have more money to give away - and therefore give larger dollar amounts to charity than households with less income - the benefits of charitable tax deductions remain heavily skewed towards top-income households, according to a new Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) report. The top incomes average 160 times more than those earning incomes below $50,000, but their average charitable deduction is about 1,320 times larger. "In Massachusetts, taxpayers who have incomes over $1 million claim almost half of all charitable deductions, though they make up less than 0.5 percent of tax filers. Meanwhile, tax filers with incomes of $200,000 or less claim only 29 percent of charitable tax deductions," said Phineas Baxandall, Senior Policy Analyst at MassBudget and author of the report. Research shows high-income households do not necessarily give a larger portion of their incomes to charity than lower-income households. Some studies find that, in fact, low- and middle-income givers actually contribute a larger percentage of their incomes. A key reason the tax benefits for charitable giving are skewed toward high-income households is: charitable giving can only be deducted from federal taxes if they are itemized (listed in detail).  Most low- and moderate-income taxpayers don't tend to itemize their deductions, instead they usually opt for the larger (and simpler) standard deduction. For most top-income households, the standard deduction is too small compared to the deductions they can claim, so the vast majority choose to itemize deductions and avoid taxation on a larger portion of their incomes. Massachusetts does not currently have a charitable deduction for state income taxes but, if the state's income tax rate drops to 5.0 percent in January 2020 - as anticipated by the Department of Revenue and following policy triggers enacted in 2002 - then a state charitable deduction would kick in the following year.  Adding a state charitable deduction would reduce revenues by about $300 million per year, leaving less money for education, public health, transportation, affordable housing, and other programs funded by the state budget. "In Massachusetts' upside-down tax system, people with lower incomes pay a larger percentage of their incomes in taxes than top-income households. Adding a state charitable deduction on top of the federal one would make this system even more imbalanced," said Marie-Frances Rivera, Interim President of MassBudget. Read the full report here http://massbudget.org/report_window.php?loc=Why-Highest-Incomes-in-Massachusetts-Receive-Most-Tax-Benefits-from-Charitable-Deduction.html. The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) produces policy research, analysis, and data-driven recommendations focused on improving the lives of low- and middle-income children and adults, strengthening our state's economy, and enhancing the quality of life in Massachusetts. MASSACHUSETTS BUDGET AND POLICY CENTER 15 COURT SQUARE, SUITE 700 BOSTON, MA 02108

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"The budget discussion will continue at the School Committee meeting on Tuesday"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Superintendent Sara Ahern’s suggested school budget for 2020 be increased $3.8 million over fiscal 2019 during this week’s School Committee legislative forum. 

Ahern proposed the six-percent increase on Wednesday, putting the requested budget at $67,076,078 over this year’s $63,235,000. The increases, as she demonstrated in her presentation, will help pay for more teachers, substitutes and other amenities. 

One of the most critical needs for the school system is reducing class size. Ahern suggested allocating $240,000 to hire more teachers. She also suggested using another $120,000 to help recruit more substitute teachers."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190211/franklin-school-budget-to-increase-nearly-4-million

Recommended budget presentation
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/budget-presentation-0

Recommended budget cover
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/budget-cover

Recommended budget detail (school by school)
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/budget-detail

Recommended budget overview
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/budget-overview

FY 2020 Superintendent's Recommended Budget from Franklin Matters

The Legislative Forum held Feb 5 provided some insights into the state level budgeting for schools

In the News: distillery seeking permit for operation; Library has dungeons and dragons club

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"After the abrupt closing of Incontro Restaurant last week, a new owner is looking to take over the space – GlenPharmer Distillery. 

The old mill building at 860 West Central St. may soon be home to the new distillery and restaurant after a public hearing on Feb. 25. The hearing will take place in the Town Council Chambers at the Franklin Municipal Building at 7:30 p.m during a Planning Board meeting. 

The company, owned by Franklin resident Patrick Downing, is seeking a special permit to distill spirits on site. Town Planner Amy Love said that Downing plans to distill many types of alcohol, including vodka, gin and whiskey. A tasting room is also planned. 

“With Incontro closing, he (Downing) does still want a restaurant in there,” Love said. “At this time we really don’t know what it’s going to be.”

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https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190211/distillery-may-replace-incontro-restaurant-in-franklin

Milford Daily News photo

"There is a unique realm in the recesses of the Franklin Public Library that young adventures can explore any plane imaginable – Dungeons and Dragons for Kids. 

One player on put a hand on the handle of a long sword, just for precaution, as the team walks into a building in what looks like a deserted town. There’s a gnome sitting in what used to be a shop, lavender-colored clouds of smoke pluming from his pipe as he watches the young adventurers make their way into the room. 

Dungeon Master, 11-year-old Soren Harrington, set the scene on Monday afternoon, reading from a guide while creating situations of his own as the other players made their way through the path that he partially created. 

It’s the imagination and creativity involved with the game that draws the young players into the game, said Assistant Youth Services Librarian Mitzi Gousie. The idea to start a Dungeons and Dragons club at the library wasn’t her own, she said. It was inspired by one of their frequent youth visitors."

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https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190212/franklins-dungeons-amp-dragons-club-gaining-popularity

Franklin Public Library

Two Encore Students Awarded National Gold Medals In Music; Eight Students Headed To Carnegie Hall

Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios, in Franklin, MA, is pleased provide two significant announcements regarding student achievements.

Claire Bauer, age 15 of Franklin, and Maura Johnston, age 16 of Norfolk, are both students of voice at Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios. Each young woman has recently been awarded the National Gold Medal of Excellence for 2018 by the Royal Conservatory of Music: Bauer for Level 6 Voice, and Johnston for Level 2 Voice. 

The Royal Conservatory of Music awards the National Gold Medal of Excellence to the student who has achieved the highest score in the country within their specific skill level for each instrument during the academic year. For the assessments, students are scored on proficiency in the following areas: performance; technical requirements; aural skills; rhythm; and sight-reading ability.

Johnston, who has been studying voice for three years and piano for one year under the expert guidance of piano and vocal instructor, Rebecca Abalutzk, also performs and records albums with the recording ensemble, The Encore EnHarmonix. Abalutzk said, "I am both extremely proud and fortunate to work with such a driven young woman. She is the type of student who reminds me why I became a teacher in the first place".

Claire Bauer, under the guidance of her vocal instructor, Lisa Ostrow, (who has guided students to National Gold medals three times previously), began her studies in voice using the curriculum of the RCM right from the start. Upon hearing of her award, Bauer mused, 

"Well, I think getting this award has a lot to do with the person who drives me everywhere," and then she gave her mom the biggest smile ever. Ostrow said, "Students like Claire are every teacher's dream. They challenge us to be the very best that we can be, so that they can reach their full potential."

Encore students Claire Bauer and Maura Johnston

How Do You Get to Carnegie Hall? Practice!!

This year, on February 16, an unprecedented number of Encore students will be making the trip to New York City to perform on the stage at the illustrious Carnegie Hall! Two of them, Maura Johnston, National Gold Medal winner 2018 and State winner 2017, and Mia Quinn, National Gold Medal winner 2017, and State winner 2018, will be making their second appearance in two years. 

These eight students, including Bauer and Johnston, were invited to perform based upon their exemplary success in their respective levels of voice and piano in the 2018 Royal Conservatory of Music academic year. Many congratulations to the following six additional Encore performers and their instructors:

● Amelia MacEvoy, age 11 of Medway, Level 1 piano and student of Rebecca Abalutzk
● Alyssa McGuirl, age 10 of Millis, Level 2 voice and student of Caitlin Medlin
● Sneha Mukkavilli, age 10 of Walpole, Level 1 piano and student of Rebecca Abalutzk
● Max Olson, age 16 of Medway, Level 4 piano and student of Scott Nicholas
● Mia Quinn, age 12 of Franklin, Level 1 voice and student of Lisa Ostrow
● Sunehri Verma, age 11 of Franklin, Level 1 piano and student of Lisa Ostrow

Save the Date - HMEA incredABLE 5K - May 19

Save the Date - HMEA incredABLE 5K - May 19

For more information and to register, visit HMEA on the web at

https://www.hmea.org/incredable-5k/

HockomockSports.com Indoor Track and Wrestling results from Saturday, Feb 9

Via HockomockSports, we share the Indoor Track and Wrestling results from Saturday, Feb 9, 2019


Indoor Track

The Hockomock League Championships were held at the Reggie Lewis Center on Saturday morning. 
Below are the team results and the top eight finishes for each event. 
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-league-indoor-track-championships-2019/

Click here for complete results from Athletic.net.
 https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/MeetResults.aspx?Meet=351377&show=all

Click here for a photo gallery from this event.
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2018-2019/Winter-2018-2019/Hockomock-Indoor-Track-Championships-02-09-19/


Wrestling

Franklin’s Drew DiFilippo earned the D1 Central sectional title at 106 with a 7-0 decision. He scored all seven of his points in the first round, earning a takedown and then a pair of near falls. Jake Carlucci picked up a 7-4 win in the 113 final, using an escape and a late reversal to seal the title. Jordan Carlucci dominated in the 132 final, scoring nine straight points after the match was tied at 2-2 early on, and Ken Sauer won the 138 championship with an impressive 9-1 decision, only allowing an escape late in the third period. Dominic Sackley was the fifth Panther to win a title, using an escape and takedown in the second, and a takedown in the third to secure a 7-1 decision. And Matt Leofanti scored an upset in the 220 final, using a second period takedown and a third period escape to upend the top seed, 3-1. Caleb MacLean (160) and Riley Downing (285) earned second, Alex Fracassa (126) and Dylan Nawn (182) were both third, and Ben Jacoby (195) was fourth.

For all the wrestling results from Saturday around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-mansfield-north-attleboro-claim-sectional-titles/

Panther Wrestling - Sectional CHAMPIONS!!! Both Carlucci’s, Sauer, Difilippo, Sackley and Leofanti took first. MacLean and Downing 2nd. Nawn and Fracassa took 3rd. Jacoby 4th. #PantherPride

Register O'Donnell Sworn In As Assistant Recorder of Land Court

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Sworn In As Assistant Recorder of Land Court In order to execute a critical part of his official duties as Norfolk County Register of Deeds, William P. O'Donnell was recently sworn in as the county's Assistant Recorder of the Land Court by Chief Justice Gordon Piper of the Massachusetts Land Court. Register O'Donnell, who was elected to a third full term in office last November, explained the role of Assistant Recorder of the Land Court. "Massachusetts has two classifications of property: recorded land and registered land. The Massachusetts Land Court is responsible for resolving disputes involving land or real property. Once the case is resolved by the Land Court, I, as Register of Deeds, am responsible for overseeing the recording and safe keeping of these registered land documents in Norfolk County. This is why the Register of Deeds is required to be sworn in as an Assistant Recorder of the Land Court." In the case of Norfolk County, approximately 80% of the property is classified as recorded land and the remaining 20% is considered registered land or "Land Court property." Register O'Donnell noted, "Whether the land in question is recorded or registered land, I take my responsibilities as an Assistant Recorder of the Land Court very seriously. The citizens of Norfolk County can be assured that the county's approximately 8.5 million land documents are being recorded accurately, efficiently and are available online for viewing via our state-of-the-art computer system. "Finally, I want to thank Chief Justice Piper, the Court's Associate Justices and their staffs for their graciousness and kind remarks extended to me at my swearing-in ceremony. The level of cooperation and mutual respect exhibited between the state and county has been critical to achieving our goals with regard to the recording and safekeeping of registered land documents." To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street, Dedham. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website at www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org. Register William P. O'Donnell Norfolk County Registry of Deeds email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-234-3336 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

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Register O'Donnell Sworn In As Assistant Recorder of Land Court

Franklin SEPAC: Autism & Creating a Fulfilling Life for the Family and Child with Special Needs

Autism & Creating a Fulfilling Life for the Family and Child with Special Needs

Join us as we welcome author, journalist, public speaker and special needs parent Susan Senator. Susan is the mother of three boys, the oldest of whom has severe autism. Using her experiences and speaking from the heart, Susan speaks about the impact that autism has had on her family. 

She has authored books including: Making Peace with Autism, Autism Adulthood, and The Autism Mom's Survival Guide. Susan speaks around the country and maintains a blog and website, www.susansenator.com.

When: Thursday, February 28 at 7:00 PM
Where: Third floor Training Room of the Franklin Municipal Building, 255 East Central Street, Franklin, MA.

This event is free and open to the public.

If you have any suggestions for workshops or social events for the kids, please send us an email at franklinsepac@gmail.com .

WWW.FRANKLINSEPAC.ORG

Franklin SEPAC: Autism & Creating a Fulfilling
Life for the Family and Child with Special Needs

Last Day of the Fundraiser. Help FHS DECA meet their goal

Thank you for supporting Franklin High School DECA

Thank you for supporting  Franklin High School DECA Thank you for your support on our way to our $5,500 goal! $5,034 of $5,500 How else can you help? Become an Active Supporter and spread the word on Facebook, Twitter, or through your own email contacts. From the fundraiser page you can help spread the word about Franklin High School DECA. https://www.snap-raise.com/fundraisers/franklin-high-school-deca-2019 Thanks for your donation.

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Feb 12, 2019

The meeting was rescheduled to Feb 19 due to the snowy weather Tuesday evening

Vision Statement

The Franklin Public Schools will foster within its students the knowledge and skills to find and achieve satisfaction in life as productive global citizens.

A G E N D A

“The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.”

1. Routine Business
a. Review of Agenda
b. Citizen’s Comments

i. In the spirit of open communication, “the School Committee will hear public comment not related to an agenda item at the beginning of each regular School Committee Meeting. The Committee will listen to, but not respond to any comment made. A Committee member may add an agenda item to a future meeting as a result of a citizen comment” – from Policy BEDH

c. FHS Student Representative Comments
d. Superintendent’s Report

2. Guests / Presentations
a. Dementia Friendly Community – Maggie Gundersen & Karen Alves
b. Homework Update – Dr. Joyce Edwards & Homework Study Group Representatives

3. Discussion / Action Items
a. Approval of Amego (Private Special Education School)
I recommend the appointment of Paula Marano, Interim Director of Student Services, as the Committee’s designee to review Amego’s application and bring a recommendation to the School Committee.
b. Policy – First Reading
I recommend approval to move Policy DGA – Authorized Payroll Signatures to a second reading at the next meeting as discussed.

4. Discussion Only Items
a. FY20 Budget Discussion
b. BICO Quarterly Update
c. Revised School Committee Presentation Schedule

5. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g. Budget; Community Relations; Policy; Transportation; Public Schools Advocacy; Ad Hoc Superintendent’s Evaluation)
b. School Committee Liaison Reports (e.g. Joint PCC; Substance Abuse Task Force; School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC]; School Start Times Advisory Committee [SSTAC], MASC)

6. New Business
a. To discuss any future agenda items

7. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from your January 22, 2019 School Committee Meeting as detailed.
b. HMMS Donation
I recommend acceptance of the donation of exercise balls, fish bowls and various items valued at approximately $500.00 from Adam Jacoby, Interactions Company for Horace Mann Middle School as detailed.
c. JFK PCC Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,049.83 from the JFK PCC for Supplemental Supplies at JF Kennedy as detailed.
d. BJ’s Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $430.00 from BJ’s Wholesale Club for district wide in-house enrichment as detailed.
e. Athletics Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $844.02 from All-American Publishing for in-house enrichment for FHS Athletics Dept. as detailed.
f. Franklin Music Parents Gift
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $4,268.00 from Franklin music parents for in-house enrichment for the FPS Music Department as detailed.
g. Davis Thayer Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $2,000.00 from the DT PCC for field trips as detailed.
h. FHS Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $2,719.80 from Lifetouch for in-house enrichment at FHS as detailed.

8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen

9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas

10. Correspondence 
– Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman

11. Executive Session

a. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the FEA/RN unit as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the School Committee and the chair so declares.

12. Adjournment

The agenda PDF can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/scagenda_2-12-19.pdf

Documents released for the agenda can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/february-12-2019-school-committee-packet-documents

screen shot of budget presentation at Jan 22 meeting

FHS Indoor Track - individual results from Hockomock Championship meet

Via HockomockSports and Athletic.net, we share the results of the FHS Indoor Track team at the Hockomcok Championships, Feb 9, 2019

** Indoor Track (@ Reggie Lewis Center) = Hockomock League Championships, 8:30 AM
Boys take 2nd and girls 4th in the Championship meet

Varsity - Mens
1. Mansfield 90
2. Franklin 68
3. Stoughton 59
4. Sharon 57
5. North Attleboro 51
6. Milford 43.5
7. King Philip 43
8. Oliver Ames 30
9. Attleboro 26.5
10. Taunton 21
11. Foxboro 13
12. Canton 5


Varsity - Womens
1. Mansfield 92
2. North Attleboro 84
3. Taunton 68
4. Franklin 65
5. Sharon 60
6. Milford 52
7. King Philip 22
7. Oliver Ames 22
9. Foxboro 17
10. Stoughton 9
10. Canton 9
12. Attleboro 7



Franklin's individual performance results for the Indoor Track meet:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R4sGADnZDQzzpMrD4Xoxn7No0xBDJNBB/view?usp=sharing

FHS Panthers

FHS Gymnastics results - Saturday, Feb 9

Via HockomockSports and Twitter, we share the results of the FHS gymnastics team on Saturday, Feb 9, 2019


** Gymnastics = Hock Meet @ Metro South, 3:30

Today was a BLAST! Well done girls!! @FHSSports @FHSPantherbook @HockomockSports @FranklinMatters @MetroWestSports @FranklinHS pic.twitter.com/k2vhcPO2Ca

— FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) February 9, 2019

Floor Exercise (All-Around)
1. Lily Goulding, Mansfield – 9.50
T5. Lauren Picanzi, Oliver Ames – 9.05
T5. Kaleigh DeMarco, North Attleboro – 9.05
T5. Kate Rudolph, Franklin – 9.05

Floor Exercise (Specialist)
1. Jackie Costello, Mansfield – 9.35
T5. Caroline Woelfel, Franklin – 8.85
T5. Paige Moore, North Attleboro – 8.85

Bars (Specialist)
1. Kira Goldman, Mansfield – 9.50
5. Sadie Rondeau, Franklin – 8.50

Vault (All-Around)
1. Erin Hurley, Mansfield – 9.70
4. Emma Owens, Franklin – 9.20


For the listing published by HockomockSports,com
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-gymnastics-meet-2019-results/

FHS gymnasts

FHS wrestling take Sectional Championships; girls hockey post win over Stoughton

Via HockomockSports and Twitter, we share the results of the FHS sports action on Saturday, Feb 9, 2019


** Girls Hockey = Franklin, 5 @ Stoughton, 3 – Final

5-3 WIN vs Stoughton!!! Officially HOCK CHAMPS‼️ goals by Ronan(2), Paterson(2), and Macleod 🎉🚨🥅 hardest worker belt to Macleod!!! #LetsGo #HockChamps pic.twitter.com/1REovnKrwN

— FHS Girls Hockey (@fhsvgockey) February 9, 2019

** Wrestling = D1 Central Sectionals (@ Newton South), 10:00 AM
FHS takes 1st place in Sectional

Panther Wrestling - Sectional CHAMPIONS!!! Both Carlucci’s, Sauer, Difilippo, Sackley and Leofanti took first. MacLean and Downing 2nd. Nawn and Fracassa took 3rd. Jacoby 4th. #PantherPride pic.twitter.com/oHl1pkUjCJ

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) February 9, 2019

Panther Wrestling - Sectional CHAMPIONS!!! Both Carlucci’s, Sauer, Difilippo, Sackley and Leofanti took first. MacLean and Downing 2nd. Nawn and Fracassa took 3rd. Jacoby 4th. #PantherPride

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-02-09-19/

ArtWeek applications close Feb 22

This newsletter was shortened for publication here. To view the full contents
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ArtWeek, a statewide art festival, will be in Franklin April 26-May 5. The FCC is looking for artists & businesses to participate.

Be part of ArtWeek 2019! Application deadline is Feb. 22! ArtWeek is a 10-day festival, April 26 - May 5, 2019, featuring unique and unexpected arts and cultural experiences that are participatory, interactive, or offer behind-the-scenes access to artists or the creative process.  Anyone can host a Franklin ArtWeek event...and while the venue has to be in Franklin, the hosting organization does not!   Successful events are often partnerships between artists and venues, such as a theater or dance performance in a restaurant, or an art workshop in a retail space. We are happy to help you find a partner for your ArtWeek event, which is a great way to promote your business to the community!   So let's talk money... ArtWeek events must be open to the public (though you can limit the number of attendees through ticket sales or other means), but they don't have to be free. All events must be under $50, and you keep all revenue. Want to host a free event? Well, that's certainly encouraged too!  There is no cost for you to participate in ArtWeek, and the ArtWeek organization will help promote your business and event for FREE! Learn More http://www.artweekma.org/ Ready to participate? If so, follow the link below to apply directly to ArtWeek for your event to be part of the fun! It's a short form and easy to fill out – we promise! The deadline is Feb. 22. Be sure to let us know if you're hosting an event, so that we can add you to our special ArtWeek Franklin printed calendar. We can't wait! Still have questions? Visit ArtWeek's FAQ's for more info, or email us.                           So where do you sign?? ArtWeek Application http://www.artweekma.org/get-involved-support/create-an-artweek-event-for-2019/