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Pittsburgh braces for increasingly severe flooding from climate change
Khadijah Bey did not have major flooding issues at her Homewood home. But she is worried. Bey was hired by Grounded Strategies as a “Stormwater Ambassador” in November to learn and educate people in her neighborhood about flooding issues. That means she’s been going door-to-door in Homewood, talking with neighbors about what they’re seeing. “Many …
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Free call for applications for film photography — Analog Forever Magazine
Image specifications*:1) Submit between 10 and 20 images.2) Only .jpg files will be accepted.3) Images should be 1500px on the longest at 72dpi.4) No photoshopped borders or watermarks. Text specifications:1) submit a detailed artist biography (100 words minimum). Please include where you are from, how you got started with analog photography, your influences, where you …
Embrace digital education to be ready for the future
Tirupati: The former district of Chittoor is at the forefront of adopting digital technology-based teaching methods long before other districts in the state. The re-engineering of teaching skills has grown in importance and has become a necessity as the world witnesses a transformation in all areas and especially after the Covid pandemic. Moreover, an important …
Downtown Farmington hosts Art on the Grand in June
Art on the Grand will take place from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 4 and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 5, along Grand River Avenue in historic downtown Farmington. This popular fine arts and crafts fair, which celebrates its 13th anniversary this year, should hold a special place …
Summer Program: Annette Krauss, Camara Taylor, Ruth Ewan – Announcements
This summer, Collective is presenting three new, distinct artist commissions on the Observatoire de la Ville website and online. Using the City Observatory site as a springboard, Collective’s program considers hidden histories and untold stories relating to our site and broader cultural history. Bringing together new work from Annette Krauss, Ruth Ewanand Camara Taylor, our …
A taste of summer for the Great Lakes Bay region
Is the high cost of gas making you rethink the road trips you had planned this summer? Is the growing number of canceled flights making you a little anxious about your summer vacation plans? It may be time to plan a “Staycation”. Staying in Michigan, or even the Great Lakes Bay Area, may be the …
1BusinessWorld appoints News Direct as exclusive news and content distribution provider
1BusinessWorld (1BW) today announced that it has appointed News Direct as its exclusive news and content distribution partner. This relationship leverages the natural synergies between News Direct, a modern digital content distribution platform, and 1BW, the global online business ecosystem that provides business information, resources and solutions to entrepreneurs and businesses around the world. Both …
Signal Hill considers banning smoking in multi-family dwellings
Signal Hill City Council will prepare a community workshop and survey calling on residents to voice their concerns about a possible smoking ban in multi-family dwellings. On Tuesday, May 24, City Manager Hannah Shin-Heydorn asked staff to schedule two workshops, one in the summer and one in September with bilingual options. The move came in …
Calendar of Events ArtfixDaily
Visit of the exhibition: Crossroads: drawing the Dutch landscape https://bit.ly/38h1PWr Join curator Susan Anderson for an in-depth tour of Crossroads: Drawing the Dutch landscapeon view from May 21 to August 14, 2022. Between the end of the 16th and the beginning of the 18th century, artists working in the Dutch Republic produced an extraordinary number …
FG denounces homicide charges against her husband
The federal government has filed 23 charges against Peter Nwachukwu, husband of late popular gospel artist Osinachi, who died on April 8 after allegedly assaulting her. He was charged under Sections 104 and 379 of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015 by the Attorney General of the Federation. The accused was charged with culpable …
Artist Uses Miniature Railway Figures to Create Realistic Images
Miniature railway figures were used to create surreal imagery inspired by the dream of sunny vacations in these stunning shots. David Gilliver, 42, from North Lanarkshire, Scotland, has used his pioneering art form to work for commercial campaigns such as 3, Sony and Adobe – but his main passion is creating his own images using …
Mayor Eric Adams will deliver a keynote address at the 8th Annual World Cannabis Congress and Trade Expo (CWCBExpo) in New York City June 2-4, 2022
World Cannabis Congress and Trade Expo Leading Cannabis and Hemp B2B Event Helps Build East Coast Market by Highlighting Business Opportunities in One of the World’s Greatest Business Capitals PARAMUS, NJ, May 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via CannabisNewsWire — CWCBExpo New York announces that Mayor Eric Adams will deliver a keynote address at CWCBExpo …
Another interactive exhibit is coming to Dallas, but this time it’s Banksy
Throughout history, art has produced a wealth of puzzling mysteries, and one of the greatest enigmas of the modern era is undoubtedly the identity of street artist Banksy. Now Dallas will have a chance to try to figure it out (good luck) by looking closely at the artist’s work when an exhibit lands in town …
INTERNET AND DIGITAL MARKETING TRENDS
DIGITAL MARKETING new startup project MILLENNIALS Business team working with financial reports and laptop The internet has become a good platform to engage in advertising, selling and promoting services, writes Sonny Aragba-Akpore With increasing access to the internet in Nigeria and global communities, smart people have started taking advantage of it for e-commerce, sales and …
55th Summerfair Cincinnati Draws Hundreds of Performers to Coney Island | Things to do | Cincinnati
Photo: provided Cincinnati Summer Fair Coney Island will transform into a paradise for artists and art lovers from June 3-5 when Cincinnati Summer Fair returns to the park for its 55th year. Started in Mount Adams in 1968, the nonprofit aims to support young artists and community arts programs through exhibitions, scholarships and awards. “What …
Growth debate continues with votes on Southside development – Tallahassee Reports
City Commission split 3-2 on South Side Development On April 12, the Leon County Commission and the City of Tallahassee Commission held a public hearing to consider the next step in addressing proposed changes to the Master Plan that would allow for three major housing developments in the southeast portion of Leon County. …
Alwaleed Philanthropies Global and the Museum für Islamische Kunst at Berlin’s Pergamonmuseum open the doors to newly renovated galleries and launch a digital platform to improve access and understanding of Islamic art
The launch event marks the opening of the first phase of the renovation of the Museum für Islamische Kunst (Museum of Islamic Art), comprising eight renovated galleries A new digital platform will make museum content accessible to visitors and serve as an educational tool to broaden understanding of the Islamic world BERLIN, May 23, 2022 …
This Bengaluru-based startup helps SaaS startups set up their performance marketing plan
India has the third largest SaaS ecosystem after the United States and China, according to a report by Motilal Oswal. And, according to another report by Bain & Company, Indian SaaS companies are poised to achieve revenue of $30 billion by 2025capturing an 8-9% share of the global SaaS market. “However, we haven’t heard much …
Chelsea Painters Art Fair returns in June after a two-year hiatus
By Andy Nixon, STN Reporter In June, twenty award-winning artists will come together to exhibit and sell original artwork in all mediums including watercolor, acrylic, oil, pastel, gouache, encaustic, mosaic, colored pencil and mixed media. Since the late 1960s, a diverse group of painters have met weekly to learn techniques, paint, and spend time with …
Hudson Schools to vote on fate of 1927 college building
The Hudson City School District Board of Trustees plans to vote on the fate of the old college building Thursday at a special meeting. The plan was to be approved at Thursday night’s regular meeting, but the board decided after more than two hours of discussion that more time was needed to review the proposals, …
School Art 2022 is displayed at the Esplanade
“With the size of the room and the great lighting here too, it’s great for people to see their artwork presented in a really professional way,” he says. “So it’s a great way to make students feel like they’re in a real big art exhibit, which they are. So it’s great for them, great for …
Comcast expands network and services to Berks, Chester Counties
Comcast is expanding its service network to include areas of Exeter and Amity Townships and St. Lawrence in Berks County and Honey Brook Borough in Chester County. In Exeter and St. Lawrence, Comcast said it would make its full suite of Xfinity and Comcast Business services available to an additional 8,300 residents. The process of …
Downtown Springfield roads closed for weekend events
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) – A number of streets in Springfield will be closed this weekend due to several events taking place downtown. The Old Capitol Art Fair will take place Saturday and Sunday on the grounds of the Old State Capitol Building. The following road closures around the Old Capitol will begin on Friday: Washington …
Newport Proposed Water Bill Hike
Newport water customers could see a hike in their monthly bills starting in July. A 5% rate increase is proposed as part of the city’s operating budget this year. The hike was previously approved by the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission (PUC) and delayed to 2021 due to the pandemic. “All of this takes years …
‘Cyber hell’ only scratches the surface of South Korea’s sex crimes crisis
South Korea’s ongoing sex crimes crisis is the focus of a gripping new documentary on Netflix—Cyber Hell: Exposing an Internet Horror. The latest program only reveals the tip of the sex crime iceberg in the Asian country, which can be attributed to “deep-rooted gender inequality” and an increase in gender-based violence, Boram Jang, a researcher …
Under-recognized artists bring Sotheby’s modern art sale to $408.5 million. – ARTnews.com
Against the backdrop of a busy week for art in New York headlined by the Frieze art fair, a sale of 60 works of Impressionist and Modern art at Sotheby’s on Monday night brought in a total of 408, $5 million. Of all the 58 works on offer, 33 were backed by the auction house …
Park Rapids City Council denies utility bill request – Park Rapids Enterprise
On May 10, Park Rapids City Council denied a resident’s request to lower a utility bill. The request was removed from the board’s consent agenda, where it was to be approved. According to a staff memo in the Agenda Folder, owner Lynette Guida requested a reduction in the water and sewer bill at 107 Grove …
‘This project gave me hope’ – Easterhouse exhibition celebrates North Glasgow lockdown art
IN the first weeks of the covid lockdown, as Glasgow navigated an uncertain and unsettling lifestyle, the first issue of Platform’s newsletter landed in mailboxes across the north east of the city. The arts centre, based at The Bridge in Easterhouse, was looking for ways to stay in touch with locals, especially those who had …
SIQ Basketball raises $3M from KB Partners, Tera Ventures
The ownership and commercialization of biometric data collected by player tracking devices remains a critical topic in collective bargaining taking place across all sports. Carsten Koerl, CEO of sports data giant Sportradar, is following these discussions as his company eventually hopes to distribute player data from wearable devices to sportsbooks for fans to consume before …
Kalamazoo will kick off June with a big weekend featuring Do-Dah Parade, an art fair, and more.
KALAMAZOO, MI — After two years of pandemic-altered plans, downtown Kalamazoo expects to look much more like it traditionally does on the first weekend of June. The KIA Arts Fair will return to Bronson Park on Friday, June 3 and Saturday, June 4, while Kalamazoo Pride returns to Arcadia Creek Festival Place and Art on …
Richmond Tackles City Hall and Workshop Drainage | News
RICHMOND — The City of Richmond advanced discussions on strategic planning for City Hall and drainage system improvements at Tuesday’s special meeting. Regarding a new city hall, City Manager Terri Vela said it was a goal in the city’s strategic plans to look at solutions within their facilities for a short-term fix. Short-term solutions include …
Stay on your toes – it’s tick time
Dear Dr. John: The news has been pretty consistent lately talking about tick diseases not just locally but all over New England. We have our dog vaccinated against Lyme disease every year, but apparently there are other diseases that ticks can transmit and I wonder if you can treat them. I read about a new …
Petworth Park Antiques and Fine Arts Fair returns
Frost at Petworth Park @National Trust Images_ John Miller Spokeswoman Gail McGuffie said: ‘Petworth will be abuzz with visitors from across the UK and perhaps even a few interior enthusiasts from abroad when the Petworth Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair marquee goes up, opening for the eighth consecutive year for three days. “Situated in …
Lots at Newarke Houses Museum in Leicester in May
Posted on Friday, May 13, 2022 THERE IS a busy schedule of talks, events and exhibitions at the Newarke Houses Museum in Leicester this month. On Sunday May 15, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the life and legacy of the early 19and Century writer, artist and abolitionist Susannah Watts, who wrote …
Focus Commercial: What is a mail-order order form?
A mail order form must be included each time you send a mail order catalog (i.e. when a customer places an order by mail). Certain information is legally required to be included on a mail order form, and ensuring legal compliance helps maintain good customer relations and your business reputation. You must attach your general …
Tomokazu Matsuyama blends pop culture and art history to explore his global identity
In Another beliefr, we see a character coming out of a phone booth, which may remind some of the popular British TV series Doctor Who (1963-present). The stand emerges or sinks into a body of water, surrounded by an exuberant array of flowers, snowflakes and trees. Matsuyama’s silhouette appears between worlds, galaxies, and time periods …
Five pending bills that could impact Traverse City
Several bills from the Michigan Legislature, if passed, could have profound impacts on the community of Grand Traverse. Here’s a look at just five that could significantly affect northern Michigan. Short term rental The legislation: House Bill 4722 and Senate Bill 0446, bills that would effectively prevent Michigan communities from regulating short-term rentals …
Fusion Art Announces Winners of 7th Annual Landscape Art Exhibition
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States – May 11, 2022 – Fusion Art is pleased to announce the opening of the 7th Annual International Landscape Art Exhibition. The exhibition is now available on the Fusion Art website and features awards in three categories: traditional art, digital art, and photography and three-dimensional art. For this exhibition, …
SBS acquires two Florida radio stations for $12.5 million
Photo credit: Eric Nopanen Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) acquired two FM radio stations in Orlando and Tampa Bay for $12.5 million. This acquisition makes SBS the largest Hispanic radio platform in Florida. SBS is already a solid leader in one of the largest Hispanic audio markets in the country. The company says it will use …
Free Events for Kids in Chicagoland
There are plenty of budget-friendly activities to do in Chicago and the suburbs, but you just need to find them. Luckily, we’ve done that for you. Every activity listed here won’t cost you a penny to attend. You might have to splurge on parking or something you want to buy at the event, but that’s …
Clovis City Council addresses police shortage at workshop
CLOVIS, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) — The Clovis City Council hosted a workshop to discuss options for addressing a shortage in the police force. It comes after a citizens’ advisory committee was formed in January to research the need for more safety in the community. After two and a half hours of discussions, the board made no …
A collective creates art to support Ukraine
Creatives and artists from across the South Island are gathering in Wanaka to support Ukraine. A creative collective has been formed to organize a month-long art exhibition, ‘Aid Through Art’, which will disburse funds directly to three aid organizations in Ukraine. The creative collective includes painter Olga Zoma, artist Sally-Mae Hudson, illustrator Cris Pliego and …
Emirates News Agency – Fifth Abu Dhabi Culture Summit to explore future of post-pandemic cultural world
ABU DHABI, 9th May, 2022 (WAM) — The Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the 5th edition of its premier global forum, the Abu Dhabi Culture Summit, which will will take place under the theme “A Living Culture”. Designed to explore creative cultural solutions to the most pressing issues …
Art Busan will feature exhibitions and conversations with art professionals
“Infinite” by Kang Yi-yun (Courtesy of the artist) Art Busan, one of South Korea’s leading art fairs, kicks off Thursday with its VVIP opening featuring conversations with leading art professionals and exhibitions of works by world-renowned artists. The art fair will run until Sunday at the Bexco Exhibition Center in Busan. The four-day event will …
Moms and preschoolers enjoy quality time at JCI Padawan’s BLEEP workshop
(From right) Chieng sees Chai presenting the donation from Leaves Food Industries to JCI Padawan members Yeo Tze Hui, Hon and Vincent Tang. KUCHING (May 8): The Junior Chamber International (JCI) Padawan Chapter held a special workshop here this weekend to celebrate Mother’s Day. Taking place at Reinforcements of the Monkey in Canaan Square, the …
Army Open Day returns in late May with obstacle course, shooting range and ‘battle rides’ in combat vehicles – Mothership.SG
Follow us on Telegram for the latest updates: https://t.me/mothershipsg The Army Open Day is back after a five-year hiatus, as this year marks 55 years of National Service in Singapore. This year’s open house will include both a physical and virtual exhibit, as well as a segment in the heart of the city. From May …
Watch: Dubai-based Egyptian artist highlights women’s issues in her works
Dubai: From the use of tissue papers, nail polish and tea bags, Dubai-based artist Samar Kamel has her own unique ways of delivering a message to the wider community. The Egyptian artist who moved to Dubai 30 years ago with her husband, is the author of two published works and curator of World Art Dubai …
Higher wages, higher taxes discussed in proposed Myrtle Beach budget | News
Police and firefighters could be the highest paid in the state if the proposed budget passes in Myrtle Beach. City leaders reviewed the proposed budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year at Thursday’s monthly workshop. The budget must undergo a public hearing and pass two votes before entering into force. The proposed budget includes wage increases …
Metaverse Event Held in Sichuan Tianfu New Area
Representatives of domestic and foreign enterprises, associations and ministries, as well as experts and scholars, were invited to the conference to share ideas on the future development of the metaverse, display technology and products related to the metaverse , and promote the development of the metaverse industry. The conference was held both online and offline …
Crews respond to a fire at a lumber manufacturing plant in eastern Berks
Fire crews from five departments in Berks and Montgomery County rushed to Bally Block Co. Thursday morning for a blaze that started from an industrial spark-ignited wood chipper. Crews from the Eastern Berks Fire Department arrived first at 30 S. Seventh St., Bally at 8:14 a.m. The fire was brought under control about 45 minutes …
HR Giger’s iconic artwork to go on sale at New York’s Independent Fair – ARTnews.com
At this year’s Independent Fair in New York, there are the requisite “rediscoveries,” like Birgit Jürgenssen, straight from the Venice Biennale at the Hubert Winter Gallery stand, and semi-unexpected oddities, like the baffling paintings of cats by Renate Druks, now on display in a showcase donated by the Ranch. But nothing makes quite an impression …
Internationally Acclaimed Author and Iowa Writers’ Workshop Alumnus TC Boyle Returns to Iowa City
One of the most prolific graduates of the Iowa Writers Workshop will visit on May 5. Boyle always writes well-received content — his most recent book, “Talk to Me,” takes place at the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. Thomas Coraghessan Boyle was a student at the Writers’ Workshop in Iowa in 1974 when he discovered that humans …
The results of the 12th annual “Figurative” exhibition 2022 announced by the art gallery
Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA – May 4, 2022 – Light Space & Time online art gallery is pleased to announce that its May 2022 art exhibition, the 12th annual “figurative” online art exhibition, is now posted on its website and can be viewed. in line. The theme of his art exhibition is “figurative” art. …
Asia-Pacific Animation, Visual Effects and Video Games Industry Report
Dublin, May 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Asia-Pacific Animation, VFX and Video Games Industry: Strategies, Trends and Opportunities (2022-2026)” report has been added to from ResearchAndMarkets.com offer. Global consumers are showing a growing appetite for engaging, high-definition viewing experiences. Moviegoers are demanding high quality productions with engaging visual effects and realistic animation and studios …
Announcing the winners of Rotary’s Speech, Music and Visual Arts Contest: A Place in the Sun
LAKEWOOD, Ohio – Last week we shared news of the preliminary winners of the Rotary Club of Lakewood and Rocky RiverFour-way speech contest. Winners of this competition as well as music and visual arts competitions were honored at a gala at the Beck Center on April 11. The competition annually showcases the talents of students …
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Grand Junction City Council discusses affordable housing
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) – On Monday evening, the Grand Junction City Council held a workshop to discuss affordable housing and strategies. This is part of the ongoing housing assessment workshops. Among the topics discussed was the shortage of affordable housing in Grand Junction. They looked at the unit income restriction. They also considered introducing …
Looking at Us art exhibition aims to encourage hope through hardship – The Daily Barometer
Corvallis Arts Center’s “Looking at Us” exhibit features works by two artists dealing with themes of life, death and hope amid the COVID-19 pandemic and war in Ukraine. The exhibition, which will be on view until May 14, features the works of two artists who did not know each other before the show and whose …
Potheads: why everyone is fired up for ceramics | Ceramic
IIt’s Saturday morning and a group of women are nervously gathering, waiting to see if the vases and bowls they put in the oven last week have survived. “It went really well,” said one student. “Oh wow!” proclaims another, raising a small bowl. “I am so proud of myself.” Freya Bramble Carter, their 30-year-old teacher, …
This Week at Kingsport Public Library (May 1-7) | Sunday stories
Here’s a look at what’s happening this week at the Kingsport Public Library (400 Broad St.). Visit kingsportlibrary.org/event-calendar to find out more. FOR ALL AGES • The Let’s Get Moving morning walking group meets Tuesday, May 3 at 7:30 am in the library parking lot for a walk downtown. Strollers, children and friendly dogs are …
Multi-chamber blender coming in June
ADOBE-PICTURE Mega Mixer 2022, hosted by the Volusia County Chamber Alliance, is scheduled for 4-7 p.m. Thursday, June 9. The event is an exhibition in which local businesses can present and demonstrate their products and services to the public. Businesses, which must be members of at least one of the county’s seven Chambers of Commerce, …