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Cathedral City Public Arts Commission makes monumental decision
First, statues of late actor George Montgomery and musician-actor Buddy Rogers were erected in downtown Cathedral City's Town Square.
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Four students receive art awards in Washington
Four Southwest Georgia students are recognized at the nation’s capital for their artwork.
The Albany Herald |
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Commuters to choose station art
An interactive digital "station masters" art gallery for rail passengers has been launched by Channel Tunnel high-speed train company Eurostar. In conjunction with the National Gallery, Eurostar is giving travellers a glimpse of 100 masterpieces.
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Exhibit shines harsh light on global warming
Polar bears are drowning. That line jumps out from the two-page artist's statement accompanying photographer Mark Abrahamson's exhibit, currently at Drury's Pool Art Center.
The Springfield News-Leader |
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General Dynamics Itronix Donates Computers To Humanitarian Expedition Fighting Malaria In Africa
General Dynamics Itronix, an industry leading maker of rugged notebook computers has donated several rugged GoBook XR-1 notebooks to the Zambezi Expedition 2008: Fighting Malaria on the "River of Life." The XR-1 computers will be used for communications and to edit photography and short videos documenting the Expedition.
ITResellerOnline |
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Utah County Demo women plan 'Night at Museum'
The Democratic Women of Utah County will hold a "Night at the Museum" event April 30 at 6:30 p.m. at the Springville Art Museum, 126 E. 400 South. Tickets will be $16 and include a catered dinner and private museum tour.
Deseret Morning News |
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Washington DC
SAN FRANCISCO ( Map , News ) - The pilot of the container ship that spilled 53,000 gallons of fuel oil into San Francisco Bay is expected to be slapped with two new felony charges, his attorney said.
The San Francisco Examiner |
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An unstoppable diversion leads to studio
MADERA RANCHOS - An interest in photography has taken a local couple on a journey they never anticipated. "We would go out like anybody else to take pictures, but with the film cameras, we were limited to how many we could take," said Carla Hart.
Madera Tribune |
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Fostering art in prison
CHOWCHILLA - When Albert Hwang began painting over 20 years ago, he never imagined it would lead him to Central California Women's Facility where he now teaches art.
Madera Tribune |
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Cats back on guard at the Capitol
The second massive marble lion carefully lifted onto its perch flanking the east steps to the Utah Capitol on Monday was supposed to be a slightly younger version of a sculpture placed hours earlier.
Deseret Morning News |
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FB Fogg gallery has new owners
MUNCIE -- In 1974, Ann Johnson fashioned a paper-based clock resembling a cow's noggin for a friend who was getting married in Washington, D.C. "It was kind of a gimmick I did," she recalled Monday.
The Star Press |
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Oakland County news briefs
The Cranbrook Academy of Art offers the fourth-best Master of Fine Arts program in the country, according to the 2009 edition of America's Best Graduate Schools, recently published by U.S. News & World Report. The book ranks 220 MFA programs. Among schools that offer only graduate degrees in art, Cranbrook takes the No. 1 spot.
Detroit Free Press |
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MormonTimes.com: Reflections of Christ
From a powerful fine art photography presentation called "Reflections of Christ" at the Mesa Arizona Temple Visitors Center comes these powerful images based on the life of Jesus Christ.
Deseret Morning News |
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Marblehead art event to be held May 3
MARBLEHEAD - Talk a little ... shop a little ... give to a good cause. That's the motto of the Spring Fling Block Party, an art vendor shopping event Saturday, May 3, from noon-6 p.m. at Concetta's Gallery, Crossing Main and Babe.
The Daily Item |
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In the area: Meetings and events in Silver City
The month of April is Child Abuse Awareness Month. In observance, Western Bank and the Children, Youth and Families Department are bringing the Heart Gallery to Silver City.
Silver City Sun-News |
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Antiques Show takes off as Tuscan delight
The Denver Antiques Show and Sale has had a variety of themes and beneficiaries in its 26-year history, and this time it transported guests to the Tuscan countryside during a three-day run at Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum.
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Biomaterial charges against N.Y. art professor dismissed
BUFFALO, N.Y. — A judge threw out charges Monday against a college art professor accused of improperly obtaining biological materials for an exhibit protesting U.S. government food policies.
Arizona Daily Star |
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CineFestival features film by British director
Of the 50 or so films on the schedule for the 30th annual CineFestival en San Antonio, one of them stands out for the Britishness of its director.
San Antonio Express-News/KENS 5 |
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Tree planting, expo set for Saturday in SLO
San Luis Obispo will hold Arbor Day and Earth Day events Saturday. The city will celebrate its 25th anniversary as a Tree City USA at Laguna Lake Park Commemorative Tree Grove from 9 a. m. to noon. The event will include tree plantings and an art and prose contest, and the city’s new Heritage Trees— trees designated because of their location, species or historical importance — will be announced.
The San Luis Obispo Tribune |
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ITTY BITTY BITS: Prince & Jane's Addiction?; Naomi makes nice with the bobbies; 50 Cent films new VitaminWater spot.
*There were rumors that Prince's gig at the upcoming Coachella Festival would include rocker Dave Navarro with his reunited band Jane's Addiction, but the reports are false, according to Fox.com.
Eurweb |
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Looking past the clique
John S. Davidson Fine Arts School senior Tyler Bugg says he is a "stereotypical drama student."
The Augusta Chronicle |
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UA hosts new Vaudeville collection
The UA was chosen over Harvard University to house the world's largest Vaudeville collection, thanks to a comprehensive donation from the American Vaudeville Museum.
Arizona Daily Wildcat |
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Hill Country Bazaar Announces Grand Opening of Online Store Selling Unique Handmade Gifts by Artists of the Texas Hill ...
Celebrating the talents of the artists and artisans of the Texas Hill Country, Hill Country Bazaar announces the grand opening of their online store. Hill Country Bazaar offers unique handmade gifts and home décor items including photographs, paintings, sculptures, private label products, and much more in their extensive selection.
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Festival to showcase park's bird species
Are you wild for warblers? You're not alone.
Erie Times-News |
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The Independent Voice of the University of New Mexico since 1895
Upon walking into 516 Arts, visitors are greeted by a gigantic collage of a lobster. Artist Miriam Wosk made three big collages on paper that hang down like scrolls from the gallery's top wall as part of the show "Alchemy."
University of New Mexico Daily Lobo |
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