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Ambitious artist housing project breaks ground in Fitchburg
The city of Fitchburg marks a milestone on Nov. 2 for an artist residence project that’s been 10 years in the making. An official groundbreaking ceremony takes place at the construction site that’s transforming two vacant schools and a former horse stable. They’re right across the street from the Fitchburg Art Museum, where Nick Capasso…
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A ‘Statewide Convening’: Leaders discuss ways to improve arts at Lehigh’s Zoellner Arts Center
The Pennsylvania Arts and Humanities, A Statewide Convening, was held on Wednesday, Nov 1 An estimated 300 professionals and executives from cultural and arts organizations attended the event The conference was a collaboration between Lehigh University and U.S. Senator Bob Casey Arts, Culture and Humanities Insights 11.1.23 BETHLEHEM, Pa. — How does the arts sector…
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Diwali: Festive Celebrations at Wake County Libraries
As the autumn season rolls in, so does one of the most anticipated festivals of the year for millions around the world: Diwali, the Festival of Lights. Wake County Public Libraries is delighted to announce a series of captivating programs to celebrate this occasion. With over 12 programs across five different locations, there’s something for…
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Arts industry shows large impact in new study
<!– SHOW ARTICLE –> North Dakota’s nonprofit arts and culture industry generated $151.8 million in economic activity in 2022, according to the newly released Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 (AEP6), an economic and social impact study conducted by Americans for the Arts. That economic activity included $70.8 million in spending by nonprofit arts and culture…
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Films, Music, and More At SteamPlant This Month – by Ark Valley Voice Staff
Image courtesy City of Salida SteamPlant Events Center November may be the “shoulder season” for some in Chaffee County, but not so in the arts and culture scene at the Salida SteamPlant. The Salida SteamPlant Events Center and the Salida Council for the Arts invite everyone to come inside, warm your hands and enjoy fine…
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Gerber Elementary celebrates first Día De Los Muertos, embracing multicultural learning in new dual-language immersion program
GERBER, Calif. — Gerber Elementary School in Tehama County celebrated Día De Los Muertos or Day of the Dead on Wednesday. It was the first time they celebrated the Hispanic holiday which honors and celebrates dead ancestors. The school implemented a dual-language immersion program this year to help create more of a multicultural atmosphere, curriculum,…
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Grants totaling nearly $667,000 awarded across U.P. for arts and cultural funding
ESCANABA—The Michigan Arts and Culture Council (MACC) is pleased to announce it has recently awarded a total of $666,567 in grants to U.P. arts and cultural organizations and individuals for the 2023 fiscal year. The Upper Peninsula Arts and Culture Alliance (the Alliance) promotes MACC grants to U.P. organizations and individuals and include operating grants,…
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NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln Debuts New Mural Created with Input from Bronx Youth Affected by Gun Violence – NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln Debuts New Mural Created with Input from Bronx Youth Affected by Gun Violence The new mural is born from a yearlong engagement with NYC Health + Hospitals’ gun violence interruption programs and those intimately affected by the associated trauma NYC Department of Cultural Affairs’ Public Artists in Residence (PAIR) program embeds…
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Many are surprised there’s no Latino Cultural Center in Phoenix. Voters can change that on Nov. 7
More than 40% of Phoenix’s population today is Latino — and it’s growing, fast. Located just a few hours from the border with Mexico, Phoenix has a rich history of Latino culture and influence. But, you wouldn’t know it by looking at its arts and culture institutions. There is no Latino Cultural Center in Phoenix. The…
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Delaware Div. of the Arts continues push to build its Delaware Artist Roster
The Delaware Division of the Arts is reminding First State artists that can register with their Arts Roster. The Delaware Artist Roster was re-launched this year after several years offline during the pandemic. Division of the Arts’ Marketing and Communications Program Manager Andy Truscott says the roster has grown quickly since its return, and now…