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Leadership Transition at Musicians Foundation
David Gracia joins as new Executive Director in January 2023 to succeed B.C. Vermeersch, who led the 108-year-old organization for 26 years. - January 13, 2023 - Musicians Foundation
Lost Jazz Shrines Series Returns to Tribeca PAC with The Helen Sung Quartet
The Lost Jazz Shrines series is dedicated to bringing legendary NYC jazz clubs back into the consciousness of the world with a thorough remembrance and celebration. - January 09, 2023 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Art History: Thrive Collective's Lower East Side Murals Revitalize 10th Street, Honor CHARAS Community Center Icons
East 9th Street Building—Once a Beacon—Fell Into Disrepair After New York City Sold It to a Developer. Local community leaders unite to paint murals, beautify street and honor the proud Puerto Rican history of neighborhood. - January 05, 2023 - Thrive Collective
Composer Nathan Felix Releases Symphony Recording Featuring Inversion Ensemble
Composer, Nathan Felix, is set to release a new live classical music recording of his 3rd symphony, Santa-Almada. The choral symphony featuring Inversion Ensemble was recorded live for its premiere in Austin at KMFA’s Draylen Mason Music Studio on May 14th 2022 by Grammy winning engineer Erik Wofford. Santa-Almada will be released and available to stream and download worldwide on all digital platforms on Friday December 9th. - November 30, 2022 - Nathan Felix
New Art Center Slated for Stanwood
Stanwood and Camano Island have long served as a beacon for the arts, culture, and creative people. SCAAC is one step closer to a new community art center thanks to a generous gift of property in Stanwood’s historic west end. With the community’s support, the future art center will feature art in its galleries and sculpture garden, offer classes in newly designed studios, and host community events. The center will be a vital and communal art space dedicated to our region’s passion for the arts. - November 23, 2022 - Stanwood Camano Arts Advocacy Commission
Pioneering Pianist & Winning Trumpeter Jazz It Up at Tribeca Performing Arts Center
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, proudly presents Jazz In Progress: Special Double Bill on Saturday, December 10 at 7:30PM. This special event is a double-bill of the two 1st place winners in the 2021 DCJazzPrix International Band Competition. - November 14, 2022 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
NY Times Bestselling Children’s Classic Click Clack Moo Live on Stage at Tribeca PAC
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, proudly presents the next event in the 2022-2023 Family Series Season: Click Clack Moo on Saturday, December 3 at 11:00AM. - November 05, 2022 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
19th Annual Lauritzen Gardens Antiques Show Combines Antiques, Whimsy & a Bit of the Unexpected to Raise $1.4 Million for Omaha's Public Garden
The 19th annual Lauritzen Gardens Antique & Garden Show was held Thursday, September 29 through Sunday, October 2, with more than 3,500 guests in attendance to share their love of antiques and raise $1.4 million to support Lauritzen Gardens. The four-day event, presented by Mercedes-Benz of Omaha, featured 23 antiques exhibitors from across the country and offered attendees educational experiences and dynamic presentations by speakers Alex Papachristidis, Aldous Bertram and Karen MacNeil. - November 04, 2022 - Lauritzen Gardens
Major Rembrandt, Goya and Dürer Exhibit Will Herald the Holidays at the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center in Hendersonville, Tenn.
Some of the most exquisitely detailed works of Rembrandt, Goya and Dürer will be on display this holiday season at the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center (MACC). The exhibition titled, Rembrandt, Goya and Dürer: The Marvel of Old Masters, will run Nov. 13, 2022 to Jan. 8, 2023 and feature... - November 01, 2022 - Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
New Opera to Honor Air Force Hero Major Fernando Ribas-Dominicci
KPAC celebrates 40 years with the premiere of 'Ribas-Dominicci' opera by composer Nathan Felix. - October 25, 2022 - Nathan Felix
Actor Cillian Murphy and Prof. Pat Dolan Release Irish American Partnership Funded "Ionbhá: The Empathy Book for Ireland"
The Irish American Partnership has supported not only the production of this important work, but also committed to making "Ionbhá: The Empathy Book for Ireland" available at every secondary school in Ireland. - October 14, 2022 - Irish American Partnership
Carole Montgomery Comedy Special "Women of a Certain Age" Comes to BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, proudly presents Carole Montgomery “Women of a Certain Age” on Saturday, October 29 at 8:00PM. Carole Montgomery will be joined by fellow comedians Linette Palladino, Jessica Miranda, and... - October 12, 2022 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Stellar Stage Lighting Designers Join the Jury Panel of the LIT Lighting Design Awards
The LIT Lighting Design Awards is honored to announce the entertainment lighting industry leading designers who will join the Jury board members. Highly respected by their peers in the industry, the judges are tasked with recognizing creativity and innovation in the fields of “stage and concert lighting,” Live Art and Theater lighting. - October 06, 2022 - 3C Awards
St. John’s Lutheran School Named Apple Distinguished School
On Monday, October 3, St. John’s Lutheran School announced their official designation as an Apple Distinguished School, joining the small but prestigious ranks of like-minded technology focused schools who have partnered with Apple in their educational pursuits. - October 04, 2022 - St. John's Lutheran School
Irish American Partnership Announces $500,000 in Educational Grants on Leadership Mission
Bringing the leading transatlantic educational charity’s year-to-date grant disbursement to $1.2 million, the Partnership is celebrated at a reception in the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence. - October 01, 2022 - Irish American Partnership
Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson, Inc. and the Village of Scarsdale Schedule Reopening of the Betty Taubert Girl Scout House
The Betty Taubert Girl Scout House will reopen on September 28, 2022 for Girl Scout and Village use after an extended closure due to COVID-19 and needed repairs. Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson, Inc. (GSHH) and the Village of Scarsdale announced today that the Betty Taubert Girl Scout House in... - September 26, 2022 - Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson
Irish American Partnership Ambassador Leona Maguire Stays the Course with $20,000 in Grants to Schools in County Clare
Irish LPGA star links up with leading transatlantic educational charity once again to fund four local primary schools in honor of her participation in the KPMG Women’s Irish Open at Dromoland Castle. - September 25, 2022 - Irish American Partnership
Glen Burnie, MD Playwright is Winning in Writing, Producing and Directing to Being Published Internationally
Angela Wilson's critically acclaimed stage play, Tears of the Soul, which premiered at the Chesapeake Arts Center in 2018 and has been very well received by audiences, has recently been published and licensed by Heuer Publishing. Angela Wilson is also a State Regional Award winner for literary arts awarded by the Maryland State Arts Council. - September 21, 2022 - The AngelWing Project, Inc.
Songs for World Peace Celebrates the International Day of Peace with 100 Songs by Artists from 80+ Countries Since 2020, Hosting the Third Peace Day Panel Discussion
Songs for World Peace, a global initiative by musicians are celebrating world peace in honor of the UN International Day of Peace by releasing songs about world peace. They are holding a Peace Day Panel Discussion inviting leaders who make positive changes through music. The live streaming is on Wednesday, September 21 on their Facebook page. The new songs will be premiered at the event followed by interviews with the artists. Their mission is to release songs from every country. - September 20, 2022 - Songs for World Peace
Eloa Jane Art & Design, a Small Business in Arkansas, Exhibited Eleven Artworks at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, France
After immigrating to the US, artist Eloa Jane found in Northwest Arkansas a welcoming art community that helped to solidify her art style and signature. Her trajectory during the past nine years placed her in the world's heart of art, Paris, France. - September 17, 2022 - Eloa Jane Art & Design
Artist Tim Yanke Brings His Love of the American West to the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center in Hendersonville, Tenn
Abstract artist Tim Yanke will showcase his passion for the American Southwest with a new exhibition at the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) in Hendersonville, Tenn. The exhibit, titled Call of the American West, will run Sept. 17 to Oct. 30, 2022 and will feature more than 60 of the noted artist’s paintings and mixed media works. This remarkable exhibit is on loan from the Park West Museum in Southfield, Mich. - September 13, 2022 - Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
Former Diplomat Nicholas Michael Joins the Irish American Partnership as Director of Development
Leading transatlantic fundraising organization the Irish American Partnership (the Partnership) today announced the appointment of Nicholas Michael as Director of Development, supporting the New York and Chicago regions. - September 09, 2022 - Irish American Partnership
Jesse Smith Named Executive Director of Coronado Aquatics Club
5 time U.S. Olympian and Team Captain, Jesse Smith, returns home to take on the Executive Director position of the water polo program with Coronado Aquatics Club. Jesse brings an abundance of energy and a strong desire to return the NADO program into a club of excellence that also serves the community that supports it so passionately. - September 05, 2022 - Coronado Aquatics Club
Fountain City Performing Arts Launches OUTside VoicesKC
With much excitement, Fountain City Performing Arts are expanding their programming by launching OUTside VoicesKC, an adult SATB LGBTQ+ chorus under Fountain City Performing Arts. Outside VoicesKC (OVKC) will be an auditioned chorus open to voices ages 18 and older with a unique focus on creating artistry through aspiration and activism. - September 04, 2022 - Fountain City Performing Arts
The AngelWing Project presents, "N," a Play by David Alex at the Chesapeake Arts Center in Brooklyn Park
A young, white actor is a caregiver for a passionate, social and political conservative African American woman. When he refuses to use the N-Word in a play he’s performing, they each learn something from the other’s perspective. - September 01, 2022 - The AngelWing Project, Inc.
No.5 Opera Starring Molly Ann Anderson as Coco Chanel Premiers in Orlando
Mexican-American composer Nathan Felix will present his new opera titled No.5 at Timucua (2000 S Summerlin Ave) on Saturday October 1st at 7:00pm as part of Hispanic Heritage Month. No. 5 is inspired by the life of iconic fashion designer Coco Chanel. The opera performance features Molly Ann... - August 30, 2022 - Nathan Felix
Philanthropist Jeanette Heinz Elected to the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center’s Board of Directors
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeanette Heinz to the Center’s board of directors for a two-year term. “I am honored to welcome Jeanette to our board,” says Barry Ellis, chairman of the MACC’s board of directors. - August 24, 2022 - Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
Leona Maguire Tees Off Ambassadorship with Irish American Partnership
Irish LPGA star links up with leading transatlantic educational charity to equip schools across the island of Ireland with the resources needed to educate and inspire. - August 17, 2022 - Irish American Partnership
Afromaha and Lozier Present Afro Fest Omaha
Afromaha and Lozier proudly present the fourth annual Afro Fest Omaha on Saturday, September 3, 2022, from 2pm-10pm at Stinson Park in Aksarben Village. This family-friendly event returns to celebrate Omaha’s diversity and is the area’s largest showcase of African and Afro culture,... - August 10, 2022 - Afromaha
Annual Veterans’ Art Exhibition Brings Wounded Warrior Dog Sculptures to the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
In the heat of battle, man’s best friend is often a soldier’s steadfast companion. That sentiment comes across in artist James Mellick’s Wounded Warrior Dogs, a sculptural exhibition that runs Aug. 7 to Sept. 11, 2022, at the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) in Hendersonville, Tenn. The installation, part of the MACC’s Fourth Annual Veterans Art Exhibit, will also feature the metal sculptures of artist and U.S. Air Force veteran Valentine Adams. - August 02, 2022 - Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
La Malinche Opera to Premiere at Albuquerque Museum
Composer Nathan Felix Presents an Immersive Opera for a New Museum Exhibition. - June 30, 2022 - Nathan Felix
State's Attorney Candidate Perry Paylor Out-Raises Long-Term Incumbent; Raises More Than Two Challengers Combined
Montgomery County State’s Attorney candidate Perry Paylor raised three times as much in campaign contributions as incumbent John McCarthy during the most recent campaign-finance reporting period. As in the prior reporting period, Paylor raised more than the two challengers combined Jan. 7... - June 17, 2022 - Friends of Perry Paylor
Bethany Arts Community Presents IMPACT 2022: Art That Bears Witness an Exhibition in Bethany Art Community's Galleries May 20 – June 30
Bethany Arts Community presents IMPACT 2022: Art that Bears Witness presents the work of a diverse group of artists working in a wide variety of media that challenge us to (re)consider some of society's toughest issues. - May 24, 2022 - Bethany Arts Community
Parker Symphony to Perform Ukraine Benefit Concert
The Parker Symphony Orchestra will be performing a concert to benefit Ukraine on June 5 at the Cherry Creek High School Fine Arts Theater. - May 12, 2022 - Parker Symphony Orchestra
Nathan Felix Premieres 3rd Symphony Santa-Almada
Nathan Felix, rock n roll musician turned composer will premiere his third symphony, Santa-Almada, on Sunday May 15th, at KMFA’s new Draylen Mason Music Studio located at 41 Navasota St. Local choral group, inversion Ensemble, will perform Santa-Almada as part of KMFA’s OffBeat Series... - May 10, 2022 - Nathan Felix
Juneteenth Art x Culture Festival in Los Angeles
Open Arms Food Pantry & Resource Center would like to invite you to celebrate the Emancipation of the Enslaved on June 19, 2022 at the beautiful Westchester Park from 10am-6pm. The day will be filled with festivities such as performing artists, live music, African Marketplace, Foodie Area of LA finest food vendors, African American book authors speaking and selling, Panel Discussion on Children Health + Literacy. - May 08, 2022 - LA Black History Month Festival
Volunteer MBC Marks 2022 National Volunteer Week with Youthful Virtual V-Oscars Awards and Flag-Raising Ceremony at Mississauga City Hall
To kick off National Volunteer Week, Volunteer MBC hosted its first ever flag-raising ceremony at Mississauga Celebration Square this past Sunday. The City of Mississauga also honoured the occasion by lighting the clock tower green at night. Three days prior, Volunteer MBC livestreamed the 2022... - April 30, 2022 - Volunteer MBC
Mark Kostabi Exhibit Adds a Touch of Chic to the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center in Hendersonville, Tenn.
One of New York City’s most iconic artists will introduce a bevy of new works at the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) in Hendersonville, Tenn. The exhibit, titled Mark Kostabi: Provocateur & Healer, will run May 1 to June 5, 2022 and will feature 42 of the celebrated... - April 21, 2022 - Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
Celebrate National First Ladies Day on April 30
Who is your favorite First Lady and why? The National First Ladies Day Commission (nfldc) announced that National First Ladies Day will be observed this year on Saturday, April 30. National First Ladies Day is celebrated on the last Saturday of April every year to honor all First Ladies of the... - April 12, 2022 - National First Ladies' Library
Volunteer MBC Reveals Record Amount of Award Nominations for the 2022 Virtual V-Oscars
Volunteer MBC lists more than 70 award nominations in 16 categories for the 2022 Virtual V-Oscars, a great new record in the 12 year-history of Peel Region’s ultimate volunteer recognition event. - April 06, 2022 - Volunteer MBC
Three-Time Major Champion and European Ryder Cup Captain, Internationally Renowned Golfer Pádraig Harrington Announces Patronage of the Irish American Partnership
In Harrington’s honor, the US-based non-profit launches a $250,000 investment in an outdoor play & learning program in Irish primary schools. - March 28, 2022 - Irish American Partnership
New Experimental Study Examines Sense of Belonging for First-Year HBCU Students
A new study conducted by Dr. Terrell Strayhorn, Professor of Education at Virginia Union University, finds that sense of belonging - the availability of campus supportive networks and students’ subjective interpretation of everyday social adversity - is a key to educational success for... - March 16, 2022 - Virginia Union University
New Research Shows Power of Hope and Belonging Amid Great Pandemic
Dr. Terrell Strayhorn believes that sense of belonging is a basic human need and fundamental right. His ground-breaking research has shown that belonging is a catalyst for institutional and structural change in higher education. It's also a facilitator of student development and learning. Belonging can buffer against the physical, psychological, and biological toll exacted by stress and social pathologies like racism, discrimination, and the COVID-19 pandemic. - March 16, 2022 - Virginia Union University
Folkfest New Braunfels 2022 Welcomes the 166th Annual Kindermasken Parade to the Lineup
Folkfest New Braunfels is back again for its 36th year to celebrate New Braunfels and its multicultural roots. This 2-day festival includes live music, dancing, cannon and musket firing demos, vendors, food trucks, and activities for kids. The event will be emceed by DJ Adrian. Saturday activities... - March 15, 2022 - Heritage Society of New Braunfels
Ghana Diaspora PAC Endorses Quaye Quartey, II for U.S. Congress (CA-27)
Quaye Quartey Exemplifies Ghanaian American Values of Public Service, Passionate Discipline & Defending Freedom to Achieve the American Dream. - March 02, 2022 - Ghana Diaspora Political Action Committee
Composer Nathan Felix to Premiere Music from Öcalan During SXSW
Composer, Nathan Felix, is set to premiere music from his chamber opera, Öcalan, inspired by Kurdish Political Activist, Abdullah Öcalan. Inversion Ensemble will sing three excerpts from Öcalan at the KOOP Radio & Jungle Records Day Party in Austin Texas during SXSW Festival on... - February 28, 2022 - Nathan Felix
Women’s Advocate Helps Others Find Relief from COVID Stress
Award-winning lawyer turned meditation coach releases inaugural book focusing on female empowerment, mindfulness and finding peace. - February 11, 2022 - Nora Plesent
Montgomery County State’s Attorney Candidate Perry Paylor on Pace with Long-Time Incumbent Leads in the Number of Individual Donors
Montgomery County, MD State’s Attorney Candidate Perry Paylor filed his first financial report on Wednesday - having the most individual contributors and having raised the most total amount of money compared to any of the individual challenger candidates. Paylor reported $170,000 in campaign... - January 25, 2022 - Friends of Perry Paylor
Leading Purpose Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary
Woman-owned enterprise in Western North Carolina marks a major milestone. - January 19, 2022 - Leading Purpose
Urban Historic Preservation of the Former Home of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad
Support Urban Historic Preservation - January 18, 2022 - Sajdah Wendy Muhammad