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Survey: Social isolation critically impacts people living in urban areas, lower-income Americans, and Black and Hispanic communities
NeighborWorks offers resources to reduce loneliness WASHINGTON, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — While most Americans feel a sense of community through their family, friends, neighbors or educational institutions, the impacts of social isolation are particularly felt among historically marginalized groups, including lower-income Americans and Black and Hispanic communities, and those living in urban areas, according…
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Pinellas County joins Cultural Planning Group’s new art cities
<a href="https://media1.cltampa.com/cltampa/imager/u/original/16820732/pinellas_county_joins_cultural_planning_group___s_new_art_cities_01.jpeg" rel="contentImg_gal-16820711" title="Tesla inspired Mural by Carrie Jadus on the Genius Central building 2232 5th Ave. S. – Photo via cityofstpete/Flickr" data-caption="Tesla inspired Mural by Carrie Jadus on the Genius Central building 2232 5th Ave. S. Photo via cityofstpete/Flickr” class=”uk-display-block uk-position-relative uk-visible-toggle”> click to enlarge Photo via cityofstpete/Flickr Tesla inspired Mural by Carrie Jadus…
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Arts centre scoops £100k as Bradford gears up for City of Culture year
Bingley Arts Centre will receive the grant as part of a recently-announced Cultural Capital Fund being jointly administered by Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture and Bradford Council. Bingley Arts Centre is one of 22 cultural venues across the Bradford district to be supported in this initial round of funding. The money will help improve disabled…
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Walter Piehl: Bismarck Painting, Kim Konikow: Impact of Arts in ND
Acclaimed artist Walter Piehl has created a new commissioned painting for the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library. We explore his creative process and the new artwork. ~~~ The recent Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 (AEP6) study by Americans for the Arts has revealed that North Dakota’s nonprofit arts and culture sector made a significant contribution…
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York County welcomes a decade of anniversaries, historic preservation projects
A moment of perfect timing lies ahead for York County in the mid-2020s. Let’s tell the story of this convenient confluence this way: Four major anniversaries in history + Opening of historic sites = Prime time for taking in York County history. We have York County’s 275th anniversary in 2024 and the 250th anniversaries for…
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Creative Island emerges to shape Isle of Wight arts, heritage and culture
A new Cultural Development Agency has been announced for the Isle of Wight. What was previously known as The Island Collection has evolved to become Creative Island. The news was announced at the recent launch of the new Isle of Wight cultural strategy, where dozens of creative practitioners and arts and heritage organisations came together…
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The art and science of apple cider
The arrival of cooler air and shorter days serves as the unmistakable signal to whip up the comforting flavors of fall and winter. Winter is prime apple-enjoying season. photos by Nichols Ranch Nichols Ranch uses fruit grown at their orchard to make apple cider. photos by Nichols Ranch
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8×5 Houston: Artists Respond to Mass Incarceration Crisis Interview with Christopher Blay, Chief Curator at the Houston Museum of African American Culture
Houston, Texas “Artists play a pivotal role in shaping societal narratives. In the context of mass incarceration, they become the storytellers, the provocateurs who challenge norms and stimulate critical thinking. Their work transcends traditional boundaries, serving as a powerful medium to convey the human experience within the criminal justice system. Through these artist’s works, they…
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Local art takes the stage at Creative Simcoe Street Christmas
Simcoe Street is set to come alive with holiday festivities as Creative Simcoe Street Christmas makes its return, bringing together local artists, galleries, and the community for a joyful celebration. Described as a “holiday open house for art and culture” by Anke Lex, one of the event organizers, the self-guided tour will run from 11…
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Today In Culture, Monday, December 4, 2023: Studio Gang’s Shakespeare | Holiday Cookies For A Cause
Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies from Daisies for Cookies With A Cause Get Chicago culture news sent to your inbox every weekday morning. Subscribe to Newcity Today here. ART Evan Maurer, Seventy-Nine, Made Minneapolis Institute of Art Free To All Evan Maurer: “He was remembered as the director who made Mia free at the beginning of his…
