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Local artists, influentials and interested parties met at 121 Studios in Jackson on 1.5.09 to discuss the state of the arts in Jackson. Photos by Kip Caven:

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Previous Comments

I really hate I had to miss this.

#142686 | Author: caroline | Date: Jan 6 2009

I wish I was there, too. Hope I can make the next one.

#142689 | Author: LatashaWillis | Date: Jan 6 2009

It was great. Nice turn out. I just felt creative being in the room with all that artistic ability. I think someone mentioned that the next meeting is on the 15th, but I’m sure they’ll post it.

#142700 | Author: Queen601 | Date: Jan 6 2009

Yup, it’s on the 15th… http://www.jacksonfreepress.com/index.php/events/entry/26721

#142704 | Author: Todd Stauffer | Date: Jan 6 2009

I hated to miss this one too, but I will be at the next one – hey Queen, it’s also our JxnPro meeting! 🙂

#142734 | Author: andi | Date: Jan 7 2009

You are absolutely correct Andi.

#142735 | Author: Queen601 | Date: Jan 7 2009

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