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Smash It, Don't Trash It, at National Pumpkin Destruction Day
The Rock Ranch, an agritourism destination in Georgia, pioneered a unique holiday - National Pumpkin Destruction Day. Each year, the Saturday after Halloween, pumpkins are destroyed for the sake of fun, and saving the planet. The Rock Ranch says, "Smash It! Don't Trash It!" - October 19, 2017 - The Rock Ranch
Art and L.O.V.E Combine for Homeless “Paint and Eat”
With intent to inspire to change the lives of the many homeless, Above Art Studios is partnering with ARM (Archangel Raphael’s Mission) to produce the first “Community Paint & Sit.” Recognizing the influx of “transitional phase” individuals in their area, these... - October 14, 2017 - Above Art Studios
Classic Folk Song Brought Back to Life in Haunting High-Tech Fashion
Centuries-Old Tale of Woe Reemerges as 3-D Halloween Prop - October 05, 2017 - Night Frights
Playwrights Local Announces Roundtable Series Development Workshop
New program of free public readings presented in two sequences in October/November 2017 and January/February 2018, all at Waterloo Arts. - October 05, 2017 - Playwrights Local
National Park Service Employees & Alumni Trust Fund Accepting Donations for Hurricane Harvey and Irma Relief Efforts
September 13, 2017— The National Park Service Employees & Alumni Trust Fund is now accepting donations to aid National Park Service and partner organization employees who have been impacted by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. Donations may be made online at www.eandaa.org through a PayPal... - September 15, 2017 - Eastern National
Vulnerable Species of Eupleridae (Fossa) Born at Catoctin Wildlife Preserve
Now 10-weeks old, the male and female pair of pups are the second group born at the Preserve in two years. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists the species as “Vulnerable,” with their greatest threat in the wild coming from habitat destruction. Fossa are their own unique species, but closely related to Mongoose and meercats. - August 31, 2017 - Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo
New Exhibition on Multiculturalism at Fredericton Region Museum
A new exhibition on Multiculturalism in Fredericton and Central New Brunswick along with free admission to the Museum on August 20th. - August 11, 2017 - Fredericton Region Museum
Eastern National and Passport To Your National Parks® Announce Total Solar Eclipse Cancellation Stamps
Circle the date! In honor of the all-American total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017, Eastern National and Passport To Your National Parks® are excited to announce special edition “Time-of-Totality” cancellation stamps. These cancellations will be available at the following 19... - August 08, 2017 - Eastern National
Here, Where the Tweets Turn Into Pearls by Andrew Paul Woolbright at Yellow Peril
As representations of figures transformed into monsters of love, the Shrinebeasts in 'Here, where the tweets turn into pearls' utilize bathos, heroic history painting, and the visual language of romanticism as guidance to engineer a reality that reexamines a previous time through alternate reality. - August 08, 2017 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Exhibit - The Courageous: Our Heroes
The Ukrainian National Museum of Chicago (UNM) will open a travelling exhibition from Ukraine The Courageous: Our Heroes to mark the Independence Day of Ukraine. An unprecedented exhibition and first time collaborative project with the Heavenly Hundred Heroes – the Revolution of Dignity Museum (Maidan Museum) in Kyiv, Ukraine and support of the Consulate General of Ukraine in Chicago. - August 06, 2017 - Ukrainian National Museum
The Baseball Heritage Museum Appoints Executive Director
The Baseball Heritage Museum at League Park is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Gaynier as Executive Director. Gaynier is a consultant with the organization leadership firm creativechange.biz and is an experienced transitional leader for organizations seeking operational improvement and... - August 04, 2017 - Baseball Heritage Museum
Ben Brown, New Consultant for ABCreative
ABCreative has been helping customers create the perfect park and playground since 1993 by offering a full line of play equipment, shelters, shade systems, safety surfacing and site amenities. - July 29, 2017 - ABCreative
The 3rd Annual Cleveland Playwrights Festival - September 23
Playwrights Local presents its third annual free festival of plays, workshops, and special events on September 23 at Waterloo Arts. - July 27, 2017 - Playwrights Local
Château de Pommard Reboots Burgundy
A New Brand Image Sets the Stage for the Future - July 20, 2017 - Chateau de Pommard
Eastern National and Women’s Rights National Historical Park Introduce Philanthropic Partnership
The Campaign for Wesleyan Chapel aims to raise funds to support the development, installation, and stewardship of an exhibit that will enhance visitors’ understanding of the space. - July 19, 2017 - Eastern National
Paint & Eat for the Homeless
Above Art Studios and L.O.V.E Movement's mission is to feed and inspire the next Basquat who was a famous artist whose painting sold for millions in a recent auction. Many of our disenfranchised people are lost with no hope. "We believe rather than giving a dollar and moving on with our busy life, offer an alternative," says Mr. Charles of Above Art Studios. - July 07, 2017 - Above Art Studios
ABCreative Offers ID Sculpture Products
ABCreative has been helping their customers create the perfect park and playground since 1993 by offering a full line of play equipment, shelters, shade systems, safety surfacing and site amenities. - June 28, 2017 - ABCreative
Larry Doby Programs at the Baseball Heritage Museum
A month of programming celebrating the life and legacy of Larry Doby on the 70th anniversary of his becoming the second African American player in Major League baseball. - June 27, 2017 - Baseball Heritage Museum
Smithsonian Instutution Latinos and Baseball Collection Event at the Baseball Heritage Museum
The Smithsonian is coming to Cleveland to review artifacts and stories relating to Latino Baseball across the US and Puerto Rico. - June 26, 2017 - Baseball Heritage Museum
Construction of the Bill Monroe Museum Needs a Final Push
With ground having been broken on May 22nd, the Bill Monroe Museum is becoming reality. Today, the Bill Monroe Museum launched a fundraising campaign on the crowdfunding platform Indiegogo. This is in response to a need for funds to finish the build-out of the inside of the building. While the... - June 21, 2017 - Bill Monroe Museum
"DISCOurse #3: Velvet Rope" by Bradley Wester at Yellow Peril
Wester’s third iteration of the impact of early disco on queer identity is generously supported by the Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grant. - June 19, 2017 - Yellow Peril Gallery
BCI Burke Extends the Move with Us Iowa Playground Grants
ABCreative has been helping their customers create the perfect park and playground since 1993 by offering a full line of play equipment, shelters, shade systems, safety surfacing and site amenities. - June 11, 2017 - ABCreative
Ankeny Market & Pavilion Uses ICON Shelters
ABCreative has been helping their customers create the perfect park and playground since 1993 by offering a full line of play equipment, shelters, shade systems, safety surfacing and site amenities. - May 07, 2017 - ABCreative
300 Years Later: Burgundy Unmasked
Château de Pommard’s New Wine Experiences Explore the Mystery of UNESCO’s World Heritage Climats. - April 20, 2017 - Chateau de Pommard
NASTY WOMEN AND BAD HOMBRES - an Exhibit of Bronze and Wax Sculptures About Our Times
From May 1 to May 6, Peruvian-born New York Sculptor, Oscar Garcia, will present “NASTY WOMEN AND BAD HOMBRES,” an exhibit showcasing the Wax and Bronze work of more than 30 New-York–based sculptors, also known as “The ASL Bronze Artists.” The exhibit is dedicated to the past, present and future women and immigrants who have the courage to pursue their dreams against all odds. Opening reception is May 2, 2017, from 6 to 8 p.m., at The Phyllis Harriman Mason Gallery, 215 W 57th St, NY NY 10019. - April 10, 2017 - ASL Bronze Artists
EDACITY by Artist Naomi Campbell at Yellow Peril
Curated by Susanne Karbin, EDACITY further develops Naomi Campbell’s exploration of the fragile relationship between food production and environmental sustainability. - March 29, 2017 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Affirmation // Afirmación at Peligro Amarillo, Yellow Peril's Outpost in Santurce, Puerto Rico
Curated by Bettina Pérez Martinez, Affirmation // Afirmación features local artists from Puerto Rico examining both internal and external forms of diverse political resistance through their work. The exhibition seeks to question the relationship of gender and the tension of the current political climate that affects both Puerto Rico and the rest of America. - March 29, 2017 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Playwrights Local Announces 2017 Play Lab & Spring Workshops
Second annual series of new plays and free workshops presented April 12 and 15 at Waterloo Arts. - March 18, 2017 - Playwrights Local
Local Art League Helps Martin County Schools
The Hobe Sound Fine Arts League is honored to host their 4th Annual Advancement for the Arts Luncheon, to supplement funding for local Martin County schools' arts programs. - March 16, 2017 - Hobe Sound Fine Arts League
ABCreative Awarded Greenbush Playground Equipment Contract
ABCreative has been helping their customers create the perfect park and playground since 1993 by offering a full line of play equipment, shelters, shade systems, safety surfacing and site amenities. - March 09, 2017 - ABCreative
Yellow Peril Gallery Presents Kathryn Parker Almanas at ART ON PAPER 2017 During Armory Arts Week
Featuring photographs and sewn work from Kathryn Parker Almanas that “investigate destruction and healing within the body and the terrors and pleasures of embodiment, often drawing ideas from the medical world.” - February 19, 2017 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Hobe Sound Fine Arts League Member Show
The Hobe Sound Fine Arts League members are hosting a show at their Gallery, focusing on paintings that only use three primary colors. - February 18, 2017 - Hobe Sound Fine Arts League
Shallow Water Workshop Wows Local Artists
During a recent workshop, artist Mark Johnson demonstrated his unique techniques of capturing the shallow waters of the Florida Keys. - February 18, 2017 - Hobe Sound Fine Arts League
ABCreative Offers Percussion Play Instruments
ABCreative has been helping their customers create the perfect park and playground since 1993 by offering a full line of play equipment, shelters, shade, safety surfacing and site amenities. The company is excited to announce the addition of a new product line, Percussion Play, the world's leading outdoor instrument manufacturer with over 200 distributors in over 60 countries. - February 17, 2017 - ABCreative
Yellow Peril Gallery Presents Toby Barnes at VOLTA NY 2017 During Armory Arts Week
“The Pull of Things” by Toby Barnes is an exploration of the senses and memory in the carving out of the sacred in the everyday. - February 13, 2017 - Yellow Peril Gallery
ForeverLawn Announces New Location Serving Des Moines
ForeverLawn provides innovative synthetic grass products to create better landscapes worldwide. In areas where real grass is difficult to grow or maintain—due to high traffic or poor conditions—ForeverLawn offers a natural-looking alternative that is beautiful, functional and durable. In addition to its landscape lines, ForeverLawn also offers specialty products including SplashGrass, K9Grass, SportsGrass, Playground Grass, and GolfGreens. ForeverLawn—Grass without limits. - February 04, 2017 - ForeverLawn Des Moines
ABCreative Offers Cedar Forest Products
ABCreative offers a full line of play equipment, shelters, shade systems and safety equipment and has expanded its offering to include Cedar Forest Products. - January 28, 2017 - ABCreative
A T.rex Named Sue is Coming to the Discovery Center of Idaho
The Discovery Center of Idaho is pleased to announce that the world’s largest T.rex will arrive in Boise this month. A T.rex Named Sue is a traveling exhibition reproduced from the original fossils found in 1990 in the Black Hills of South Dakota. This impressive replica is composed of over... - January 08, 2017 - Discovery Center of Idaho
Playwrights Local Announces the Return of “Objectively/Reasonable” in February/March 2017
Critically acclaimed play on the 2014 Tamir Rice shooting in Cleveland to be remounted for four weeks only. Directed by Terrence Spivey, the ensemble-written work returns from February 17 through March 11 at Waterloo Arts. - December 21, 2016 - Playwrights Local
"Strategic Ambiguity" by Hao Ni at Peligro Amarillo / Santurce
Peligro Amarillo / Santurce is pleased to present Strategic Ambiguity by New York-based Taiwanese artist Hao Ni, featuring an eclectic series of mixed media installations, sculptures and video, from December 2016 – January 2017. The opening reception is Saturday, December 17, at Calle Cerra... - November 24, 2016 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Playwrights Local Announces World Premiere of “This Is Not About My Dead Dog”
New one-person show portrays the tragicomic coming of age of playwright/performer Amy Schwabauer. Directed by Dale Heinen, the production runs January 13 through 28 at Waterloo Arts. - November 18, 2016 - Playwrights Local
German Bible Society to Publish Unique Illustrated Bible
3,333 Bible illustrations by Willy Wiedmann depicting the Old and New Testament in two volumes. The Wiedmann Media AG and the German Bible Society will publish a one of a kind Bible Art-Edition by the end of 2017. It depicts the complete Old and New Testament in 3,333 images and was painted by the German artist Willy Wiedmann. - November 03, 2016 - Wiedmann Media AG
Adult Swim: Cocktails & Cosmonauts on Saturday, Nov. 19
Get Your Hands on Real Moon Rocks, Experience Space through Virtual Reality, and Meet a Microscopic Water Bear at the Museum’s Next Adult Swim: Cocktails & Cosmonauts on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 7-10pm - November 02, 2016 - Hands On Children's Museum
USS Lexington Museum Unveils First F9F-8 Cougar Painted Pink in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness
Disney Paint Trick Used on First Ever Pink F9F-8 Cougar - October 19, 2016 - USS Lexington
Hidden History Revealed: Explore New York's Darker Past as Local Historian Investigates Shady History
A History of Native American Land Rights in Upstate New York (The History Press, 2016) on its way to becoming a reference for land claim cases. - October 12, 2016 - Hidden History Revealed
Playwrights Local Announces Invited Performances of “Objectively/Reasonable” in NPR and CPAC Events
Excerpts from critically acclaimed play on the 2014 Tamir Rice shooting in Cleveland to be featured in NPR’s “Getting Real About Race” on October 18 and CPAC’s “Moving Forward” on November 17. - October 12, 2016 - Playwrights Local
Playwrights Local Announces the 2nd Annual Cleveland Playwrights Festival
New plays, free workshops, and special events presented November 4 through 6 at Waterloo Arts in Cleveland. - October 01, 2016 - Playwrights Local
Explore Liquid Nitrogen, Homebrew, Cheese, and Bugs at the Museum’s Adult Swim: Science of Eats - Sept 30
Hands On Children’s Museum is once again offering playtime for adults at the museum with Adult Swim: Science of Eats – Friday, Sept 30 from 7-10 p.m. The late night event for adults 21+ is a chance to sample local bites & brews and learn about the science behind the foods we eat. - September 22, 2016 - Hands On Children's Museum
"Uonderland" by Raquel Paiewonsky at Peligro Amarillo / Santurce
New work explores landscape, architecture and social metaphor / fantasy - September 22, 2016 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Beale Street and Blues Hall of Fame Partner for Bridging the Blues Event
Two iconic Memphis organizations announced events for the annual Bridging the Blues campaign. On Thursday, October 6th the Blues Hall of Fame will open a new exhibit from internationally acclaimed blues photographer Marc Norberg. That same evening Beale Street will present the Road to the Biscuit... - September 16, 2016 - Beale Street