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Western Connecticut State University to receive 2009 award from the Housatonic Valley Cultural Alliance
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Sep 4, 2009 - 2:37 PM

WCSU President Dr. James Schmotter and HVCA representatives

In recognition of the school’s dedication to art and culture in the Greater Danbury area, Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) will receive The Housatonic Valley Cultural Alliance (HVAC)’s 2009 Business Supports the Arts award during the organization’s annual breakfast to be held at the Ethan Allen Hotel in Danbury at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 15.

As title sponsor of the event, Union Savings Bank has contributed $6,500 to HVAC in support of the breakfast as well as for enhancements to HVAC’s Regional Cultural Calendar, which can be accessed at http://hvculturalarts.org.

“WCSU’s School of Visual and Performing Arts nurtures the creativity of its students, offers a wealth of arts and cultural resources for the public’s enjoyment, and continues to be a strong partner to support cultural efforts in the community,” said HVCA Executive Director Lisa Scails. The school, and the much-anticipated performing arts center, is part of WCSU’s core educational platform. We applaud their commitment to enriching our community’s creative environment, improving the quality of life and to expanding opportunities.”

Pictured from left to right are HVAC Board Chairman Lew Wallace, Western Connecticut State University President Dr. James Schmotter and HVAC Executive Director Lisa Scails

The BSA award recognizes a business, organization or entrepreneur for their exemplary contributions to the arts in Greater Danbury each year. Past recipients have made a broad impact and include Union Savings Bank and Joseph DaSilva, Jr.

HVAC will accept a $25 minimum donation per person or sponsorship of $250 per table at the October 15 Business Supports the Arts Breakfast. Make your reservations online at www.hvculturalarts.org by calling Lisa at 203-798-0760 or email info@hvculturalarts.org.

About the Housatonic Valley Cultural Alliance

The Housatonic Valley Cultural Alliance (HVCA) is a regional arts agency that provides services to creative assets in the communities they serve: Bethel, Bridgewater, Brookfield, Danbury, New Fairfield, Newtown, New Milford, Ridgefield, Redding, and Sherman Connecticut. HVCA aims to increase the network, collaboration, and conversation within the arts, historical, and cultural community as well as among business and other interest groups.

About Union Savings Bank

Established in 1866 and headquartered in Danbury, Conn., Union Savings Bank is a $1.8 billion mutual bank dedicated to providing excellent customer service to its customers and communities. As a full-service financial institution, Union Savings Bank provides banking, mortgage, investment and insurance products throughout western Connecticut with 18 offices in Bethel, Bridgewater, Brookfield, Danbury, Kent, New Fairfield, Newtown, New Milford, Ridgefield, Sharon and Southbury. For more information, visithttp://www.unionsavings.com/.

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