The East Midlands Arts in Rural Areas Network (EMARAN) is a voluntary network which supports arts in rural areas and rural regeneration through the arts and celebrates the brilliance of our regional rural artists. EMARAN is a vibrant network of creatives and strategists and creates opportunities for rural artists, creative practitioners, creative industries and cultural organisations to meet, build relationships, and share experience and knowledge. We also act as an advocate and voice for rural culture.

We are delighted to announce the date and venue for our November Conference:It's at the Level Centre, Rowsley Matlock, Derbyshire on Monday November 30th, 2009.

The Keynote speakers are John Fox formerly of Welfare State International and Sculptor John Newling.

Places are FREE but there are only 50. Contact gillian@emaran.org

EMARAN is funded through Arts Council England East Midlands