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A Disability Art Exhibit and Roundtable Discussion at Mark Twain Branch Library
Save the date to learn about and discuss art opportunities for adults with disabilities. Reception will follow the roundtable discussion. When: Monday, February 23, 2015 Time: 6:00-7:30 pm Where: 9621 S. Figueroa Sreet, Los Angeles, CA, 90003 Guest Speakers: Allen Terrell, Art Director, ECF Art... - February 14, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from Murad Family Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from the Murad Family Foundation. This grant will provide support for a variety of enrichment programs for students with special needs at the ECF Kayne Eras School. Enrichment activities are fundamental to the... - February 11, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Duo of Shorecrest Seniors Named Candidates for U.S. Presidential Scholars Program
Paul Reischmann and Jackson Willis, both graduating seniors at Shorecrest Preparatory School, have been named two of approximately 3,900 candidates in the 2015 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The candidates were selected from nearly 3.4 million students expected to graduate from U.S. high... - February 06, 2015 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Shorecrest Preparatory School and Clearwater Marine Aquarium Announce Educational Partnership
Shorecrest Preparatory School and Clearwater Marine Aquarium announce an educational partnership that aligns Shorecrest’s community-minded, experiential approach to education with CMA’s leadership in the rescue, rehab and release of marine animals. The official partnership launch will take place Saturday, February 28. Dolphin Tale fans are invited to join CMA at Shorecrest from 2:00-4:00 pm. Registration is available online at www.shorecrest.org/winter. The event is free and open to the public. - January 30, 2015 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
The International Style Institute Announces Partnership with Allure, PRIV, and The Grove
@styleinstitue @Allure_magazine @goPRIV @TheGroveLA #InternationalStyleInstitute - January 27, 2015 - International Style Institute
IN3 Takes Fine Artists Across the Globe
IN3 Art Worldwide delivers real world exposure for visual artists across the globe. In April 2015, IN3 will showcase fine art from artists around the world in the International Collective Dallas 2015 exhibition in Dallas, Texas, USA. The Dallas Arts District is the largest contiguous arts district in the United States, making it an exciting art venue worldwide. - January 26, 2015 - IN3 Art Worldwide
Area Schools Partner for College Admissions Success
Tampa Bay Case Studies Program coming to Shorecrest. - January 25, 2015 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Czech Singing Artist on First U.S. Concert Tour
Gabriela had been studying the voice via Skype with Vocal Coach Ken Tamplin in California. Student Gunčíková did her part of the lessons from the Czech Republic, using Webcams and internet technology. - January 14, 2015 - Ken Tamplin Vocal Academy
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from the Fred and June MacMurray Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from the Fred and June MacMurray Foundation. The grant will help support daily operating expenses, making it possible for ECF to improve the lives of children and adults with special needs. “ECF is... - January 10, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from the Weingart Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from the Weingart Foundation. The grant will help support daily operating expenses over the next two years, making it possible for ECF to maintain a lifespan of services for children and adults with... - January 08, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Visionary Dance Theatre Presents "Perseverance" - Fifth Anniversary Dance Concert
This winter Visionary Dance Theatre presents their Fifth Anniversary with the concert "Perseverance" at the Performing Arts Center at Point Loma High School (2335 Chatsworth Blvd, San Diego, CA 92106) on January 23rd-24th, 2015 at 8pm. "Perseverance" is a celebration of... - January 06, 2015 - Visionary Dance Theatre
Visionary Dance Theatre Partnership and Sponsorship with Point Loma High School Theatre & Dance Company
Visionary Dance Theatre (VDT) is excited to announce a new partnership and sponsorship with Point Loma High School (PLHS). Through collaboration with Christina Fulcher, Artistic Director of Theatre & Dance Company at Point Loma High School, PLHS Theatre & Dance Company has become an... - January 06, 2015 - Visionary Dance Theatre
New Classical Guitar Video: "Relaxing Bell" (Music for Awareness)
Enzo Crotti is happy to announce the publication of "Relaxing Bell," new music video with music for awareness available on You Tube and on more platforms video streaming. - January 06, 2015 - Enzo Crotti
The Greater Washington Dance Center Launches The Academy for Elite Dancers & Athletes
The Greater Washington Dance Center (GWDC) has announced fully accredited coursework to meet the demands of the elite dancer and athlete. Over 100 courses, including a full range of core curriculum, advanced placement, honors classes, electives and college prep (NCAA approved), are available in partnership with K12 International Academy. - January 01, 2015 - Greater Washington Dance Center
Grand Opening Celebration of The San Diego Art Loft, Fine Art Studio and School
The San Diego Art Loft will hold an open house event on January 3, 2015. The soiree celebrates the launch of the teaching studio by introducing artists and esteemed guests to community members and friends. Artist and owner, Elissa Lieberman Krasenbaum will exhibit selected works from her 2014 series, "Beauty Myths." Appetizers and wine will be served. Come meet Elissa, bring a friend, and get a free lesson. - December 28, 2014 - The San Diego Art Loft
The Drusilla Campbell Matching Fund is More Than Halfway Toward Its Goal
As the San Diego writing community mourns the loss of one of its successful leaders, Drusilla Campbell, who passed away on October 24, 2014, San Diego Writers, Ink (SDWI) is honoring her legacy with efforts to match a $5,000 donation given in her name. The Drusilla Campbell Scholarship and Outreach... - December 25, 2014 - San Diego Writers, Ink
Make a Franchise in Education with What Matters for Kids Your New Year’s Resolution
In 2008, What Matters for Kids was started when founders Carleen Barra and Julie Wagner noticed a distinct lack of quality science enrichment programs in preschools. They set out to develop a better program and created What Matters For Kids: a comprehensive, hands-on STE(A)M (Science, Technology,... - December 24, 2014 - What Matters for Kids
New Frosty Prince Takes Center Stage
Local Ballet Company, California Contemporary Ballet, Presents “The Legend of Jack Frost”; Original Story with New Choreography, Original Music, Sets and Costumes to Premiere at Glendale Community College Theater, December 20 and 21. - December 19, 2014 - California DanceArts
New Singing Teacher in Bellevue at Nancy Bos Voice Studio
There has never been more demand for singing lessons in Bellevue and the Eastside. To help meet demand, Dr. Julie Cross will be working in the Nancy Bos Voice Studio. Dr. Cross is a highly skilled and experienced teacher. In a community that typically has waiting lists, the addition of several new hours of high quality instruction will open the door for more singers to follow their dreams. - December 09, 2014 - StudioBos
Ken Tamplin Vocal Academy Forums 5,000 Members Strong
As the Ken Tamplin vocal academy is growing daily in new vocal students, the community of singers continues to grow. Students at the KTVA Singers’ forums are finding that they are not alone in learning new cutting-edge vocal techniques. - December 08, 2014 - Ken Tamplin Vocal Academy
Writers Ages 12-18 See Their Plays Come to Life at The Old Globe
Playwrights Project will produce its 30th annual festival of Plays by Young Writers at The Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre in the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center at The Old Globe on January 22 - February 1, 2015. The festival will feature winning scripts from its California Young Playwrights Contest for ages 18 and under. - December 03, 2014 - Playwrights Project
San Diego Writers, Ink Celebrates 10 Years as a Non-Profit Joining with Other Writer Groups for a Holiday Celebration December 5 from 5-8 P.M.
In celebration of ten years as a hub for the writing community, this December 5th from 5 to 8 pm., San Diego Writers, Ink (SDWI) will gather with other San Diego writing groups, writers, readers and NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) writers to celebrate the holidays. All guests are welcome... - November 27, 2014 - San Diego Writers, Ink
GTA Photography Classes Celebrates 5 Years of Camera Confidence
GTA Photography Classes will be hosting a special edition photography exhibit for their annual Photo 101 Grads Contest. This year’s exhibit marks the school’s 5th anniversary and in addition to showcasing finalists from the 8-week contest, it will also highlight some of the... - November 18, 2014 - GTA Photography Classes
Write a Novel in November with San Diego Writers, Ink’s Help
If writing a novel is on your wish list, get started November 1st and complete a book by the end of the month. The goal when signing up for NaNoWriMo, short for National Novel Writing Month, is to complete a 50,000 word novel by November 30. Although San Diego Writers, Ink is not affiliated with... - October 30, 2014 - San Diego Writers, Ink
Exceptional Children's Foundation Launches New Website
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF), a 2014 Top-Rated Nonprofit, is pleased to announce the launch of its new website (www.ECF.net). ECF has been improving the lives of children and adults with special needs since 1946. ECF’s new website clarifies ECF’s niche as a provider of... - October 29, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Interact Art Museum of Atlanta is Coming Up with Its First Ever Unique Pop Up Exhibition of the Newly Defined Genre of Interact-Art with Built-in Photo Opportunity
Locally owned Interact Art Museum (IAM) – Atlanta announced today that it will be holding its first ever pop-up exhibit titled “Beyond the Obvious” on October 25th – November 2nd at 482 Edgewood Ave. Halloween-themed art that lends itself to human interaction will allow... - October 23, 2014 - Interact Art Museum LLC
Exceptional Children’s Foundation Receives Grant from the LA Lakers Youth Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from The Los Angeles Lakers Youth Foundation. This grant will help provide services for nearly 200 K-12 students with special needs at ECF’s Kayne Eras School. The Los Angeles Lakers Foundation focuses... - October 22, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Six School of Rock's of Florida to Perform Benefit Concert to Raise Funds for a Coral Spring's Family in Need
All six School of Rock House Bands from the state of Florida join together at a benefit concert to support Coral Springs resident and School of Rock parent, Oswald (Ozzie Checa) to help him conquer his battle against an aggressive rare form of T-cell lymphoma called Gammadelta T-cell lymphoma. - October 14, 2014 - School of Rock Coral Springs & West Broward
Master Tattoo Institute Adds Entry Level Course
Master Tattoo Institute was founded to create a fundamentally different culture for those entering the tattoo industry. They seek to breathe fresh life into the art and bring new creative energy to the community. - October 03, 2014 - Master Tattoo Institute
Teacher-Training Program Helps Science Spread Benefits of Belly Dance
Scientific study finds women who participate in belly dancing enjoy a more positive body image. As popularity and demand of belly dance classes rises, one industry professional is meeting the demand and setting standards to enhance the student experience. - September 27, 2014 - Mosaique LLC
Exceptional Children's Foundation Announces New Board Chair and Two New Board Members
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Shelley Smith as its new Chairperson of the Board and the addition of Steven Beltran and Mary Kayne to the Board. “For only the second time since ECF was established in 1946, the ECF Board has elected a... - September 25, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Banned Book Quote of the Day Contest
The San Diego Writers, Ink (SDWI) is celebrating Banned Books Week, September 21 to 27 by hosting a daily prize giveaway where contestants can win a prize for stating the best banned book quote of the day. Each day SDWI will post a new award participants can win. Prize giveaways will include free... - September 20, 2014 - San Diego Writers, Ink
Governor Brown Appoints ECF President Scott Bowling to California's Board of Behavioral Sciences
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is proud to announce that California Governor Jerry Brown has appointed Scott Bowling, Psy.D., President and CEO of the Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF), to the California Department of Consumer Affairs Board of Behavior Sciences (BBS) for... - September 18, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Placerville Clayworks Launches New Web Site
Placerville Clayworks is pleased to announce the launch of its new web site at www.placervilleclayworks.com. The web site features hand-built and pottery-thrown clay projects created by students as well as information about classes. Emily Bullock established Placerville Clayworks in 1996 and has... - September 17, 2014 - Placerville Clayworks
Bay Pointe Ballet Announces New Hires and Promotions for 2014/15 Season
Bay Pointe Ballet ramps up for a season of three full length ballets and its second annual New Work Series. - September 13, 2014 - Bay Pointe Ballet
More Classes Added, and Book Talk with Diary of a Diva Author Barbarella Fokos, to the San Diego Writers, Ink Fall For Writing Conference
More classes have been added to the line up at the San Diego Writers, Ink Fall For Writing Conference this month. To wrap up the event on Sunday evening, Barbarella Fokos, new author of the book "Diary of a Diva" will talk about the writing process and read from her book. The Fall For... - September 05, 2014 - San Diego Writers, Ink
Exceptional Children’s Foundation Announces 32nd Annual “First Ever” Golf Benefit
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) announces its 32nd Annual “First Ever” Golf Benefit will take place on Friday, September 19, 2014, at Los Robles Greens (299 South Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA). The event will begin with a shotgun start at 1pm and also feature an awards... - September 05, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
North Texas Youth Orchestra Names Medical Center of Lewisville Grand Theater as Its New Home
Youth Orchestra Selects Theater to Attract Regional Talent and Provide Top Quality Venue for Performances; Auditions Currently Underway - September 03, 2014 - North Texas Youth Orchestra
Young & Emerging Artists Site Opens… Accepting Registrations
Art a Ray is offering to help young aspiring fine artists improve their skills and gain exposure by connecting them with professional artists and setting up stalls in London and online to exhibit and sell their work in the community. - August 29, 2014 - Art a Ray
Affordable San Diego Writers Conference Coming in September
Writers have a chance to increase their skills at the Third Annual San Diego Writers, Ink Fall For Writing conference September 12 to 14, 2014. Classes and workshops run the gamut from fiction, memoir and poetry writing, to collage and marketing classes. When asked what benefits she thought... - August 27, 2014 - San Diego Writers, Ink
The Soma Institute Launches the Next Big Thing in Health & Wellness
Chicago, Illinois – October 6, 2014, the Soma Institute is launching a new program: Health & Wellness Coaching Certificate Program. - August 01, 2014 - The Soma Institute
From N.Y. Prisons to Slums of India & Thailand, Gonzaga Lauds Humanitarians with Opus Prize
Finalists Announced for Faith-Based, Million-Dollar Award to be Presented Oct. 16 - July 30, 2014 - Gonzaga University
San Diego Writers Have a Chance to Get Published in Anthology
There are just a few days left until the July 31 deadline to enter for a chance to be accepted into the San Diego Writers, Ink A Year in Ink Volume 8 Anthology. - July 30, 2014 - San Diego Writers, Ink
World-Class Accordionists to Perform at 74th Annual Accordion Festival Hosted by the Accordionists & Teachers Guild International, July 24–26, 2014 in San Francisco
World-class accordionists Stas Venglevski, Cory Pesaturo, Xia Gang, and the Peter Di Bono Trio will perform at the 74th Annual Accordion Festival hosted by the Accordionists & Teachers Guild (ATG). It will be held July 24–26, 2014, at the Crowne Plaza San Francisco International Airport Hotel in Burlingame, Calif. All festival events are open to the public, including lunchtime and evening concerts, as well as competitions, workshops and exhibits. - July 24, 2014 - ATG
Media Alert: Celebrity Dancers Teaching Youth Live in Phoenix at the Manhattan Dance Project Summer Dance Intensive
Award winning celebrity dancers and choreographers that regularly work with the likes of Justin Timberlake and Beyonce, and have been featured on Dancing with the Stars and So You Think you can Dance are teaching kids this week only in Phoenix, Arizona. - July 24, 2014 - Manhattan Dance Project
Voice Actors Make Waves in NYC Theatre with Live Performance of Audio Plays
LTM Audio Players Troupe brings voice acting to the Off-Broadway stage in August debut. - July 23, 2014 - Listen To Melanie
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from the Eisner Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from The Eisner Foundation. This grant will provide support for educational and therapeutic services to 190 K-12 students with special needs at ECF’s Kayne Eras School. The Eisner Foundation was started... - July 09, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Manhattan Dance Project Comes to Phoenix, Arizona July 20-25 2014
The Manhattan Dance Project (MDP) is coming to Phoenix, Arizona July 20-25, 2014 to provide intermediate and advanced dancers ages 10 – 18 with one-on-one instruction from professional instructors, choreographers, and dancers who work with the world’s top professional performers. They... - July 09, 2014 - Manhattan Dance Project
Heart Attack Prevention Expert Amy Doneen Becomes First Graduate of Gonzaga University’s Doctorate in Nursing Practice Program
Gonzaga’s top-ranked nursing program recently expanded to include a post-baccalaureate pathway; last month, internationally renowned cardiovascular specialist Amy Doneen became the first student to graduate with a post-master’s doctorate in nursing practice (DNP). - June 27, 2014 - Gonzaga University
Central Cabarrus High School Band Alumni Reunion
On July 3, 2014 at Central Cabarrus High School, there will be a CCHS Marching Viking Alumni Reunion at 6:00 p.m. There will be grilled Italian sausages, peppers and onions, baked beans, hot dogs, soft drinks, corn hole, music, and water balloons and fun for the children! There will also be a brief... - June 21, 2014 - Central Cabarrus High School Band