Altona’s Louis Joel Arts and Community (LJAC) centre will be embracing Valentines Day on February 14, but with a focus on love of the non-romantic type.
LJAC manager Karen Ingram said the Be Our Valentine fundraising event was the culmination of ideas from by the centre’s staff and volunteers on how they could offer an artistic alternative to the usual Valentine’s Day events.
“Why can’t we show our love and care for creativity, ideas and all the arts bring,” said Ms Ingram of the over-18’s event aimed at those for whom Valentines Day can be be fraught or of who have a cynical view of romantic love.
“Be Our Valentine is for singles, couples, thruples or friends who want to dedicate their love to the arts,” she said.
“In our times of joy, and sadness, whether to wallow with our feelings, or celebrate with others, the arts play a pivotal part in how we feel and what we understand of the world around us.”
Participants are encouraged to write love letters to the arts and creativity and email them to centre beforehand so they can be performed on the day by local theatre makers Dramawerkz.
They can also take part in an inclusive commitment to the arts ceremony that will be officiated by Ms Ingram herself.
“Celebrate the love we share when participating and enjoying creativity,” she said in encouraging local community members to come along.
To send a love letter to the arts, email: admin@ljac.com.au
Details: www.ljac.com.au
