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Say Hello to The Living Desert's Beautiful New Leopard
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens in Palm Desert welcomes a new leopard to their 400+ wildlife population. - December 07, 2013 - The Living Desert
International Toy Museum Hires Executive Director
The International Toy Museum is launching, announces appointment of Executive Director. Intention is to create world-class museum of children’s playthings. Bay area institution will focus on toys through the ages, for boys and girls. - December 06, 2013 - International Toy Museum
Passport To Your National Parks® 2014 Photo Contest Winners Announced
Eastern National is proud to announce the winners of the annual Passport To Your National Parks® photo contest. The contest is open to National Park Service employees and Volunteers-In-Parks (VIPs), and ten images are selected for the collectible Passport To Your National Parks®... - November 29, 2013 - Eastern National
Visitors Enjoy New Twists to Traditional Thanksgiving Recipes at Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium
Tired of the "same ole" turkey dinner for Thanksgiving? Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium offers a new twist. - November 21, 2013 - Audubon Nature Institute
Erie Art Museum Announces Grand Prize Winner of InnovationErie Design Competition 2013
In its fifth year of competition, InnovationErie Design Competition announces the grand prizewinner and runner ups. - November 09, 2013 - Erie Art Museum
Yellow Peril Gallery Presents “Model Minority” at SCOPE Miami Beach 2013
Yellow Peril Gallery is pleased to present "Model Minority" at SCOPE Miami Beach 2013, featuring 10 artists whose body of work is not marginalized by society's definitions of success, beauty and power. This is the Providence-based contemporary art gallery’s debut as one of 15... - November 03, 2013 - Yellow Peril Gallery
KM Fine Arts Los Angeles Presents Unwashed and Somewhat Slightly Dazed, Dana Louise Kirkpatrick's Solo Exhibition. On View Nov 9-Dec 21, 2013.
Unwashed and Somewhat Slightly Dazed November 9, 2013 – December 21, 2013 Opening Reception With Artist in Attendance: Saturday, November 9, 7-10 PM KM Fine Arts Los Angeles is pleased to present Unwashed and Somewhat Slightly Dazed, a solo exhibition of paintings and drawings by American... - November 01, 2013 - KM Fine Arts Chicago
Songs for Junior Rangers Earns a Silver Award from NAPPA
The Songs for Junior Rangers CD, produced by the National Park Service, has been named a 2013 National Parenting Publications Award (NAPPA) Silver winner, for quality, innovation, entertainment and educational value. For more than 20 years, the National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) has... - October 27, 2013 - Eastern National
Former Site of 1943 Hospital Transforms for "Dreams of the Underworld" Event
In the spirit of “All Hallows’ Eve,” Gallery 15 will open the basement; the bowels of the former Green Cross Hospital (c. 1943) on 11/2 from 6-11pm. The world of underground dreams will unfold in a multimedia multisensory experience; combining music & dance. The works of 10 artists expressing the imagery of dreams will be on display in the main gallery, on the rooftop & outdoor garden. - October 27, 2013 - Gallery 15
Friends of Balboa Park Hosts 13th Annual Awards Luncheon
The organization will honor volunteers and visionaries who have made significant contributions to Balboa Park. - October 26, 2013 - Friends of Balboa Park
Cogran Systems LLC and MessageMedia Announce New Integration
Global leader in business SMS solutions, MessageMedia, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Cogran Systems, a Minneapolis-based online registration and management system for recreation departments, sports leagues, camps, and more. - October 24, 2013 - Cogran Systems
Camp Withycombe Will Showcase the State's Rich Military History at a Veteran’s Day Open House in Clackamas, OR
On the free event on Thursday, Nov 7, members of the community can preview Oregon's WWII Memorial, a 33-foot obelisk, and see treasured artifacts from the Oregon Military Museum. The event honors veterans in all branches of service, especially those in the Oregon National Guard. Adults and children alike will appreciate the educational exhibits of Oregon's military history from early tribes to present day. School groups are welcome. Guests include Veterans from WWII through Iraq/Afghanistan. - October 23, 2013 - Historical Outreach Foundation
Audubon Zoo Elephants Moving to New State-of-the-Art Barn
Audubon Zoo’s two female Asian elephants trade their 1930s-era Asian Domain enclosure for a spacious, new, state-of-the-art holding facility. - October 23, 2013 - Audubon Nature Institute
Cogran Systems Launches Camp Management Module
New Online Camp Management Software from Minneapolis-based Cogran Systems, a provider of recreation and league management software. Unlike most suppliers of camp management systems, Cogran only charges during registration—not year-round for a seasonal activity. Features include: ·... - October 16, 2013 - Cogran Systems
Garden Perfect Decor Providing Beautiful and Whimsical Fountains for All Your Garden Ideas
Garden Perfect Decor carries beautiful fountains that fit into any space. Compliment your outdoor living area with a beautiful fountain. Whether used as an accent or as a focal point fountains breathe beauty and tranquility into any space. Subtly, peacefully, they excite the senses of both eyes and ears. The refreshing sound of water flowing over your fountain compliments any outdoor experience whether you're relaxing or entertaining. - October 11, 2013 - Gardenperfectdecor.com
New Website Features Halloween Train Rides for Kids of All Ages
SpooktacularTrains.com highlights 2013 Halloween theme trains in U.S. and Canada. - October 05, 2013 - SpooktacularTrains.com
John Mason Named Executive Director at Historic Spanish Point
The Board of Directors of the Gulf Coast Heritage Association, Inc. has named John Mason as Executive Director. Mason is only the second director the museum has had since it opened in 1982. He began working there as Interim Director in April of this year. “When the time came for the board to... - October 02, 2013 - Historic Spanish Point
Yellow Peril Gallery Joins Artsy
First contemporary art gallery in Rhode Island invited as Partner. - October 02, 2013 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Jamey Morrill: Theory of Everything at Yellow Peril Gallery
"theory of everything" is a 55% facetious, 45% serious exploration of existence by Providence-based sculptor Jamey Morrill at Yellow Peril Gallery. - October 02, 2013 - Yellow Peril Gallery
The Erie Art Museum Opens Exhibit Featuring Edinboro University Professor
The Erie Art Museum opens a new exhibit, Present, this Friday, featuring an installation by Lisa Austin and drawings by Lori Korsmo. The exhibit will be on view in the Hagen Family Gallery and Katzwinkel Gallery September 27, 2013 through January 4, 2014. Present is a collaboration between artists... - September 26, 2013 - Erie Art Museum
English Artist Paul Scott Exhibits and Speaks at the Erie Art Museum
The Erie Art Museum presents the work of English artist Paul Scott in the Ronald E. Holstein Gallery through November 23, 2013. The exhibit, Cumbrian Blue(s): A Solo Exhibition of Recent Works by Paul Scott, showcases the artist’s ceramic work, whose plates and platters emulate the look of... - September 25, 2013 - Erie Art Museum
The Erie Art Museum Hosts a Free Community Day, Ends with Gallery Night Featuring 14 Art Venues
The Erie Art Museum will host a free Community Day on Friday, September 27, 2013 from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Visitors will enjoy free admission all day to tour the galleries. The Community Day is made possible through a gift from Erie Insurance Group. Exhibits that will be on view during Community... - September 25, 2013 - Erie Art Museum
English Artist Paul Scott Exhibits at the Erie Art Museum
The Erie Art Museum presents the work of English artist Paul Scott in the Ronald E. Holstein Gallery through November 23, 2013. The exhibit, Cumbrian Blue(s): A Solo Exhibition of Recent Works by Paul Scott, showcases the artist’s ceramic work, whose plates and platters emulate the look of... - September 22, 2013 - Erie Art Museum
A Christmas Story House & Museum Night at Progressive Field
Brian Jones, Owner of A Christmas Story House & Museum, to throw out first pitch wearing bunny suit. - September 17, 2013 - A Christmas Story House & Museum
Awake After Two Decades of Slumber
Fourteen years of groundbreaking work and thousands of photographs have laid dormant for two decades... until now. - September 14, 2013 - The Ted Spagna Project
Blank Space Announces the World’s First Architecture Storytelling Competition: "Fairy Tales"
Fairy Tales is an open, international, ideas competition that challenges creatives from all professional realms to develop visionary, narrative-based design proposals. - September 09, 2013 - Blank Space
"Nature Contained": an Urban Sculpture Garden at the Plant Courtyard in Olneyville, Presented by Yellow Peril Gallery
Guest Curated by Brooke Erin Goldstein, “Nature Contained” is a one-night-only event featuring artists working with nature as a medium or subject matter at The Plant Courtyard in Olneyville. - September 07, 2013 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Zombies Invade Downtown Galveston
Zombiephiles of all ages are encouraged to invade Saengerfest Park from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on both Saturday, October 12 and Saturday, October 26. The rock reggae band Idiginis will take the stage first on October 12th, and the popular gypsy rock band Come See My Dead Person, will perform on October 26th. - September 07, 2013 - Mitchell Historic Properties
Vallejo to Perform at Galveston’s Pier 21®
Latin Rock band Vallejo will perform at Party on the Pier on Saturday, October 19 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Pier 21®, located at 21st Street and Harborside Drive in Galveston, TX. The event is free and open to the public. - September 07, 2013 - Mitchell Historic Properties
Trick-or-Treating, Costume Contests and Halloween Fun in Downtown Galveston
The Saengerfest Park Mini Monster Bash is a free, family friendly Halloween carnival, scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, October 26 at Saengerfest Park, 2302 Strand. - September 07, 2013 - Mitchell Historic Properties
Governors Island Art Fair 2013: "balance between" by Lisa Perez, Presented by Yellow Peril Gallery
"balance between" by Lisa Perez features new mixed media sculptural works that “embrace a tension between gestural expression and minimalism” by using ambient and artificial light to cast shadows and add dimension to the subtle works on paper and wood - September 04, 2013 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Paul Myoda: "Glittering Machines" at Yellow Peril Gallery
"Glittering Machines" is an installation of interactive illuminating sculptures that respond to the presence of viewers by Chepachet-based sculptor Paul Myoda. - September 03, 2013 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Eastern National Publishes "Slavery in the United States: a Brief Narrative History"
Eastern National has released a new publication, "Slavery in the United States: A Brief Narrative History." This book chronicles the history of slavery, documented as early as the 18th century BCE in the Code of Hammurabi, and documents its impact on the United States, from the... - August 28, 2013 - Eastern National
Holiday Laser Light Show Offers Free Fun in Historic Downtown Galveston
During Thanksgiving weekend on Saturday, Nov. 30, Saengerfest Park, 2302 Strand, hosts the 2nd annual Lasers, Lights and Magic in the Park Celebration. Festivities will be held beginning at 6 p.m. and are free and open to the public. - August 24, 2013 - Mitchell Historic Properties
Eastern National Announces the Opening of its Newest Educational Museum Store at the New Benjamin Franklin Museum
Eastern National is proud to announce the opening of a new educational museum store at the newly renovated Benjamin Franklin Museum, located at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The store will sell a wide variety of Franklin related commemorative items which... - August 24, 2013 - Eastern National
Twin Valley Zoo Adds to Reputation as Most Popular Visitor Destination in Brantford, Ontario with New Trip Advisor Award
Twin Valley Zoo in Brantford, Ontario has recently enhanced its reputation as one of the leading tourism spots in the city with the receipt of the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence award for 2013. The Trip Advisor award is given to local Canadian destinations that receive the highest visitor... - August 20, 2013 - Twin Valley Zoo
Leading Ontario Tourist Venue Twin Valley Zoo Announces New Arrival
Brantford, Ontario-based Twin Valley Zoo is excited to announce a new arrival to their widely popular destination. One of the zoo’s zebras recently welcomed a foal to their family. Oasis, the baby zebra was born in July 17 and both he and his parents, Poppy and PJ are healthy and happy within... - August 20, 2013 - Twin Valley Zoo
Jenny Drumgoole | "Real Woman of Philadelphia" at Yellow Peril Gallery
“Real Woman of Philadelphia” features a series of irreverent videos submitted over eight weeks by Philadelphia-based artist Jenny Drumgoole for an online video-recipe contest launched by Kraft Foods’ Philadelphia Cream Cheese and hosted by controversial Southern celebrity chef Paula Deen. - August 08, 2013 - Yellow Peril Gallery
"Locally Sourced": Presented by Yellow Peril at Craftland Gallery
“Locally Sourced” is a group exhibition at Craftland Gallery featuring artists living in Rhode Island who intimately connect with their surroundings and create works of art using materials that are native to the Ocean State. - August 07, 2013 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Quintín Rivera Toro to Reprise Summer Grid at the Plant Courtyard in Olneyville
Yellow Peril Gallery and The Armory Revival Company is pleased to present a reprisal of Summer Grid 2013, an outdoor installation event by multidisciplinary artist Quintín Rivera Toro at The Plant Courtyard in the historic mill complex in the Olneyville section of Providence, Rhode Island. - August 06, 2013 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Governors Island Art Fair 2013: "im propia" by Raquel Paiewonsky, Presented by Yellow Peril Gallery
Yellow Peril Gallery is pleased to present “im propia,” an exhibition of photography and installation work by Dominican Republic based artist Raquel Paiewonsky at the Governors Island Art Fair every full week-end during the month of September 2013. - August 06, 2013 - Yellow Peril Gallery
#BED by Leah Poller at Yellow Peril Gallery
#BED titillates new understandings of our relationship with the bed via small scale mixed media sculptures and site-specific interactive installations by New York sculptor Leah Poller; opening Thursday, September 19, 2013 at Yellow Peril Gallery during Gallery Night Providence. - August 05, 2013 - Yellow Peril Gallery
Eastern National Publishes "The War of 1812: Official National Park Service Handbook"
Eastern National has released a new publication, "The War of 1812: Official National Park Service Handbook." This new book features essays by 12 prominent American and Canadian historians exploring key themes and stories of the War of 1812, from the development of Canadian and American... - August 04, 2013 - Eastern National
Twin Valley Zoo Now One of the Few Venues in Ontario to with Baby Black Bear Exhibits
Twin Valley Zoo, one of the leading venues in Ontario for witnessing some of nature’s rarest creatures, has announced that three baby black bears were recently born. The zoo’s baby black bears are now in a large enclosure with their mama and papa bear and have already begun delighting... - August 04, 2013 - Twin Valley Zoo
Twin Valley Zoo Offering New Educational Activity Program for Kids Through Little Ray’s Reptiles’ Visit on August 17
Leading Brantford tourist attraction, Twin Valley Zoo has recently announced the upcoming arrival of Little Ray’s Reptiles to their popular venue. Parents searching for the perfect educational activity for their kids this summer will find the Little Ray’s Reptiles offers one of the... - August 04, 2013 - Twin Valley Zoo
Eastern National and Finley-Holiday Films Team Up to Produce National Parks Video Bundle
In preparation for the upcoming centennial of the National Park Service in 2016, Eastern National is proud to announce the release of a new product bundle. It contains the popular Passport To Your National Parks® book and a new, full length video from Finley- Holiday Films, America’s... - August 01, 2013 - Eastern National
Eastern National Publishes "American Indians and the Civil War: Official National Park Service Handbook"
A new publication, "American Indians and the Civil War: Official National Park Service Handbook," has been published by Eastern National. A collection of essays by noted scholars and historians, this book details the Native American contributions to the American Civil War, and the effects... - July 13, 2013 - Eastern National
Da Vinci Science Center Sets Several New Participation, Visitation Records
The Da Vinci Science Center (DSC) set several new records for participation and visitation during its 2013 fiscal year, which ended on June 30, 2013, and topped 100,000 total participants in a year for the first time. The Da Vinci Science Center brought science to life for 125,209 people of all... - July 12, 2013 - Da Vinci Science Center
PROXIMITY by Hao Ni at Yellow Peril
PROXIMITY is a solo exhibition featuring sculpture, performance, photography and installation work by Hao Ni, opening Thursday, August 15, 2013, during Gallery Night Providence - July 03, 2013 - Yellow Peril Gallery
La Piscine’s Works by Jean Roulland
This summer, La Piscine, the art and industry museum of Roubaix will present its collection of sculptures and other works by the renown artist Jean Roulland from June 29 through September 15, 2013. - June 30, 2013 - La Piscine