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2 popular Colorado Springs arts organizations displaced with First Christian Church’s decision to sell property
The exodus of First Christian Church congregants from their 88-year-old spiritual home has displaced two popular performing arts organizations in Colorado Springs as well. Leaders of the Chamber Orchestra of the Springs and the Colorado Springs Chorale say the loss of their offices and place for auditions, rehearsals, meetings and for the Chamber Orchestra, a…
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Norcross approves master arts and cultural plan
“This is a major step forward for NPAC and for the citizens of Norcross,” said NPAC Chair Bob Grossman. “For the first time in our city’s long history, we have a strategic roadmap that will enrich the lives of our citizens and key stakeholders through arts and culture.” A statement from the city notes, “Acknowledging…
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Arts & Culture Newsletter: Check out ‘Past Lives’ at Coronado Island Film Festival
Good morning, and welcome to the U-T Arts & Culture Newsletter. I’m David L. Coddon, and here’s your guide to all things essential in San Diego’s arts and culture this week. The eighth annual Coronado Island Film Festival is under way across the bridge. Continuing through Sunday at various venues there, it includes narrative features,…
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Arts and culture events to check out this winter in Philly
Looking for something to do? Here are some arts and culture events you have to check out this winter in Philly. CraftNOW’s CraftMONTH The 9th annual CraftMONTH will feature a series of exhibitions, pop-ups and events to celebrate its message. Throughout November, various exhibition spaces across Philadelphia will present the most honored and innovative artists…
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Art Exhibit In Montclair: Life, Culture Of ‘Modern Day Latinidad’
MONTCLAIR, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of a Montclair Patch community member. Find out how to post announcements or events to your local Patch site. Studio Montclair (SMI), in collaboration with Latinos of Montclair, presents “The Life and Culture of Modern Day Latinidad,” on exhibit from November 10 through December 22, 2023,…
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NEED TO KNOW: Arts and culture news for the week of Nov. 9
#inform-video-player-1 .inform-embed { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; } #inform-video-player-2 .inform-embed { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; } DO YOU KNOW THE FREDERICK COUNTY CONNECTION TO JOHN McCRAE? John McCrae’s moving poem “In Flanders Field” will be read in schools, ceremonies and privately throughout the nation this week for Veterans Day, but what local folk might not…
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13th International CoMuseum Conference: Museums and Justice
December 6 – 8, 2023 | Benaki Museum Athens, November 7, 2023 – On December 6–8, 2023, the Benaki Museum, the U.S. Embassy in Greece, and the British Council will present the 13th International CoMuseum Conference: Museums and Justice. This year’s Conference will take place on December 6, from 12.00 to 18.00, at the Amphitheatre of the Benaki Museum/Pireos…
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Cultural pride: Hispanic arts and culture organizations celebrate Latino pride through art
From exquisite art ranging from paintings to prints and sculptures to mesmerizing orchestral works, Cleveland’s Hispanic and Latin American communities present cultural events that people of all races, cultures, and genders can appreciate. While Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from mid-September through mid-October, the rich artistry can be experienced year-round. “Hispanic Heritage Month draws attention…
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Investing in the Arts
By Kelly Johnson Eugene has a remarkable legacy of arts support, shaping the distinct and dynamic arts community we cherish today. Esteemed institutions like the Very Little Theatre and Eugene-Springfield Youth Orchestras, and iconic destinations like the Eugene Saturday Market and the Hult Center hold decades of cherished memories for our community members. Every day,…
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UNESCO and Alwaleed Philanthropies launched a joint project in Tanzania to support culture-related vocational education and training
It was recommended that the project benefit existing initiatives, by federating stakeholders and strengthening holistic, interdisciplinary and multi-dimensional approaches to arts education, teacher training, and involvement of all groups of society. Participants further pointed to the need of raising awareness at all levels of society for the manifold added value of culture and arts education for…