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New multi-million dollar public park to open in Frisco next summer
As the city of Frisco and Collin County continue to grow, so does the demand for activities for those living in the area. Developers have been thinking ahead and part of the planning includes a new park slated to open next summer. Kaleidoscope Park will be six acres of green space nestled in between Hall…
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Art On Display
The Wayne State College Art Department will host, “Box of Trinkets,” a senior art exhibit, by WSC seniors, Adam Boggs, Betsy Eckstrom, Lakia Eilts and Hallie Jensen in Conn Library’s Nordstrand Visual Arts Gallery, starting on Nov. 29 at 4:30. The exhibit is free and open to all interested students, faculty and the public. Art…
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Interview with Curator and Writer Robert Curcio
In It For The Long Haul installation, Lichtundfire. All photos courtesy of the artists and curcioprojects. By CHRISTOPHER HART CHAMBERS November 29, 2023 Robert Curcio has carved a niche for himself in the artworld that is a bit difficult to define. His approach to a recent exhibition he curated raises some interesting perspectives. Let’s…
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There’s always a good time to celebrate in Umbria
Umbria has a wealth of cultural treasures – from medieval hilltop towns to ornate churches, archaeological sites and contemporary art exhibitions. Umbria is also home to a variety of celebrations and festivals that shine a spotlight on food, music, art, and history, bringing visitors from around the world to central Italy. Mika performs at Umbria…
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Maria Prymachenko’s Show at The Ukrainian Museum Rekindles the Potency of Folk Art
Folk art stirs a feeling of ancestral intimacy. It asks us to both imagine and remember. We’re reminded of this injunction as we step into The Ukrainian Museum where more than 100 works by iconic folk art artist Maria Prymachenko are presented for the first time outside Europe. These are paintings, ceramics and clothing, in…
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Happenings — what’s coming up in Northeast Ohio starting Dec. 1
Here is a brief rundown of some coming entertainment options in Northeast Ohio. Make submissions for consideration via email to [email protected] or [email protected]. You must include a phone number and/or web address for publication. Art Beck Center for the Arts: 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, presents “Art Treasures 2023,” featuring work by multiple artists, through Jan.…
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The Washington Pavilion opens doors to its new café after recently completed renovation
The Washington Pavilion in central Sioux Falls announced in a press release the opening of its newly renovated café, The WP, following its completion Tuesday. The café is said to offer an enhanced dining experience and cozy space for new and returning visitors. The renovations to the café include a revamped menu, a new serving…
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First graduate of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital and Visual Storytelling degree takes center stage
While Grace Rolfe spent much of her childhood growing up with either her mother in Boston or her father in West Virginia, there is one vivid memory she recalls of a play she saw as a young girl at the Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre at Augusta University. At the time, her father was stationed at…
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Make this holiday green and gold with the UAB gift guide
Looking for holiday activities and spirited gear, or want to give back to others? Find something fun to suit everyone on the 2023 UAB gift guide. The University of Alabama at Birmingham has an array of ideas for Blazer fans and families. Whether looking for fun activities, spirited gear or giving to others, there is…
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Notre Dame’s Raclin Murphy Museum of Art plans for opening weekend
The Raclin Murphy Museum of Art opens Dec. 1. (Photo provided by the University of Notre Dame) The Raclin Murphy Museum of Art, which opens this weekend at the University of Notre Dame, seeks to put its audience first. The free museum is open to all and incorporates references to the surrounding South Bend community…