named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Art Classes
Offers ongoing art instruction for adults and children, with financial aid and work-exchange options available
Friends of Classical Music
Program dedicated to supporting and presenting classical music performances with ensembles and soloists
Summer Concert Series
Ongoing series featuring genres including Latin boogaloo, salsa, classical, and jazz, held at Arts on the Lake and partner venues
Theatre Program
Produces original works such as "Kent Stories" and "Open Mouth," and collaborates with Blue Horse Repertory on new plays
Visual Artists Committee (VAC) Exhibits
Presents major spring and fall art exhibitions and other art events featuring local and regional artists
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Funds scholarships for area studentsAdministers the Kathie Freston Scholarship Fund to support students facing financial barriers to participation and has established an endowment fund to provide college scholarships for area students.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Hosts community art programs and exhibitionsOrganizes major spring and fall visual art exhibitions and additional art events through the Visual Artists Committee, including curated exhibitions such as "Well Wishing" as part of Upstate Art Weekend 2026.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Manages event operations and audience servicesOffers online and in-person ticket sales, reservations via email, and annual memberships with discounted admission; distributes programs to over 2,800 attendees annually and maintains a website with 2,200 monthly visitors.
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Community Wellness Movement Classes 1 activity
- Offers art and fitness classes for adults and childrenProvides ongoing art classes for adults and children, as well as Zumba® fitness classes for adults and teens on Mondays and Thursdays from 6:30pm to 7:30pm.
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Volunteer-Supported Arts & Cultural Operations 1 activity
- Organizes volunteer engagement and facility supportRelies on volunteers for event operations including ticketing, concessions, cleanup, art show setup, class assistance, and facility maintenance, as well as community outreach through flyer distribution and event promotion.
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Free Outdoor Music Concerts 1 activity
- Produces musical performances across genresHosts a Summer Concert Series and ongoing musical events featuring classical, jazz, pop, rock, Latin Boogaloo, salsa, and brass-heavy Latin funk, with performances by ensembles such as Spanglish Fly, the Oldfather-Wyman Duo, Backyard Brass, and the Brooklyn Brass Quintet.
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Professional Theatrical Production 1 activity
- Stages theatrical performances and develops original worksProduces theatrical performances including farces such as Dario Fo's "Accidental Death of an Anarchist" and supports the development of original works like "Kent Stories" and "Open Mouth" in collaboration with Blue Horse Repertory.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Provides safe and accessible event facilitiesOperates a heated and well-lit venue with emergency egress, adult supervision for minors, parking lot supervision during peak times, and police presence during large nighttime events, with a record of safe event operations over six years.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$103K
Contributions & grants$37K36%
Program service revenue$49K48%
Investment income$20%
Other revenue$539
expenses
Total expenses$104K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$30K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$33K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$23K
3 years on record · 2021–2023 · YoY revenue +4.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 3
- ARLEEN LARZELERE — BOARD MEMBER
- EDWARD DURKEE — EXEC. DIRECTOR
- ROY VOLPE — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Blue Horse Repertory Partner — Ongoing collaborative partnership to develop new theatre works.
- Blue Horse Repertory Partner — Ongoing partnership to develop new theatrical works.
- Kathie Freston Scholarship Fund Funder — Scholarship fund supporting students with financial need to attend classes.
- Kent Police Government — Law enforcement agency called in when incidents are beyond staff capacity to resolve.
- PLAN Kent Funder — Provided an early grant enabling the purchase of gallery and stage equipment.
- Program Advertising Committee Partner — Committee responsible for managing program advertising inquiries and coordination.
- Putnam Arts Council Government — Administers the NYS Council on the Arts Decentralization Program grant received by Arts on the Lake.
- The Sedgewood Club Partner — Co-hosted classical music concerts as part of the 2022 Summer Season.
- Town of Kent Government — Collaborating to develop plans for converting the former firehouse into a community art center.
- Upstate Art Weekend Partner — Collaborates on the curation and presentation of the "Well Wishing" art exhibition
- office@artsonthelake.org Partner — Primary contact for volunteer coordination and information
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Centered Arts Spacemethodology: community-centered_arts_spaceBy providing a dedicated space for creative expression, the organization supports individual artists and strengthens community engagement because shared artistic experiences build social cohesion and empower local voices.
- Cultural Revival Through Performancemethodology: cultural_revival_through_performanceBy staging live music performances of 1960s Latin Boogaloo and brass-heavy Latin funk, the organization revives and sustains culturally significant art forms, fostering community connection through shared musical heritage because engagement with living traditions strengthens cultural identity and intergenerational continuity.
- Satirical Theater for Social Commentarymethodology: satirical_theater_for_social_commentaryBy staging theatrical works that use satire and farce to explore serious social and political issues, the organization promotes critical reflection and dialogue because humor and irony can make difficult topics more accessible and provoke deeper engagement.