Wanted: Members, volunteers to help us move forward

A note from arts council prez Rich DiCarlo:

 "The Valley Arts Council is asking members and non members to join us, get involved in the organization and be a part of art in the Valley region!

"We need volunteers to raise awareness and funds in the corporate community. 

"We need help with grant writing, art class and program development and to basically get involved!

"It's 2013 - a new beginning and a great time to step forward, make new friends, etc.

"Our next meeting is at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8 at The Valley Center of the Arts, 119 Caroline St., Derby. I hope to see you there."