meeting information

The 1st Tuesday of each month, at 5:30pm the BAAM Foundation holds a General Staff Meeting, followed by our Membership Meeting which is open to the public of all ages. Don't let the word "meeting" scare you, individuals, local businesses, community leaders and potential members are encouraged to attend free of charge. Quarterly the BAAM Foundation conducts Official Advisory Board Meetings, which is closed to the public. All Meeting are recorded for evaluation and training purposes.

Meeting dates are scheduled bi-annually, and we advertise them publicly, including the locations, times, agenda and minutes. The informal meetings are opportunities to hear new concerns and ideas from the community and our members. Meetings are well attended by active members, residents and other non-profit groups. Our meetings are also opportunities to interact with our local and regional talent, including established artists, entertainers and actors. It gives the public and members a chance to preview and discuss programs and events that effect arts and music.

It also gives the arts community a chance to showcase local talent to businesses, talent buyers, and fans. The meetings are normally in session from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, taking place at public community centers and places to accommodate local citizens and politicians. Most meetings end with a performance or demonstration by our membership or pre-scheduled guests. Between activities, short announcements are made followed by what's become a bonanza of giveaways (tickets to concerts and shows, as well as cassettes, CDs and T-shirts).

The January Membership Meeting will be on Tuesday, January 2, 2007 at 5:30pm at the Hacienda Grill on Nevin and Harbour Way, downtown Richmond. Come join us for coffee, tea, great Mexican food and lots of good discussions on the future of BAAM Foundation. We will hold board elections for Programs (see advisory board information below). BAAM is only as strong as our membership! GET INVOLVED!

We couldn't function efficiently at the BAAM Foundation without our generous supporters and loyal volunteers. Thanks to all the amazing people who contribute with their valuable time, energy and dollars, we're able to provide a better way of life for those less fortunate. Because of you we can continue preserving and promoting the performing arts and cultural programs in schools and the community. Do you have time to volunteer? Please contact us!

We currently need help in the following areas:

Assistance at Special Events, Annual Concert Fund Raising Tours , Holiday Events, 2007 Art & Wine Festival, Family Unity Day Event, Nevin Center After School Activities, Art Organization Summit and other community events.

Computer Assistance: Website updates, News Letters, Installation of software, Troubleshooting

Education: After School Planning, Organizing field trips, training and internship programs

Exhibitions: Gallery hanging, cleaning and maintenance, Archiving exhibition related materials

General Administrative: Supervisors, Data entry, Host and Hostess, Greeters, Seat Fillers

Facilities: All construction trades, Project Planners, Coordinators, General maintenance staff, Studio assistance (commercial)

Graphic Design: Web design, Commercials, Tickets, Posters, Fliers and postcard mailers

Marketing: Research local press outlets, Put up posters and hand out flyers

Community Research: Work with the Director and BAAM staff creating and updating resource files of community cultural organizations, can work with interns and students.

Internship Opportunities: We have several internship opportunities in arts, music, education, festivals, award ceremonies, exhibitions, entertainment marketing, and development.

Please call: 510.232-9338 for more information and to get involved.