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Chalk Fest brings art and animals to Historic Plaza

TWENTYNINE PALMS — Artists and vendors weathered light rain Sunday to enjoy the inaugural Chalk Fest and Art Fair at the Historic Plaza. “Most agreed it was a welcomed cool down from our warm spring season, with some even finding the water’s effect on …

Art in the Park welcomes digital art and new members for 2025

One of Stratford's most cherished cultural events is making its seasonal return as Art in the Park launches its 2025 edition next week. One of the most culturally significant events in the history of the city is returning for the season next week, as  …

Douglaston Music & Arts

The Douglaston Music & Arts Festival is set for noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, at Douglaston Village Plaza at 41st Avenue and 235th Street at the Douglaston Long Island Rail Road station plaza. The event will feature live entertainment by local …

Watertown museum hosts first-ever Art Alley Gallery this summer

This summer, a museum in Watertown is taking it to the streets. The Codington County Historical Society and Heritage Museum has big plans for local artists — an Art Alley Gallery. But it isn’t like other art alleys where people spray paint on the building’ …

Feline Spirits Raises Rs 5.2 Crore in Funding to Broaden Craft Alcohol Portfolio

Feline Spirits, a domestic startup that deals in craft alcoholic drinks, has raised Rs 5.2 crore in a funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), an angel investment platform based in Gurugram. The startup plans to use the funds to increase its …

Watch: Artist Creates Bicycle-Inspired Latte Art, Internet Says "Too Pretty To Sip"

Latte art makes our coffee-drinking experience all the more enjoyable. Picture this: you're at a cafe waiting for your perfect cup of hot latte. As the rich aroma entices you to take the first sip, you notice that your coffee is adorned with adorable …

Sudarshan Pattnaik pays tribute to Indian Armed Forces with sand art honouring ‘Operation Sindoor’

Padma Shri awardee and renowned sand artist Sudarshan Pattnaik has paid tribute to the Indian Armed Forces with a striking sand sculpture at Odisha’s Puri beach. Created on Wednesday, the six-foot-tall artwork commemorates “Operation Sindoor,” the recent …

Meet Sparky and his adoptable entourage at the Kinetic Sculpture Race, plus happiest dog Jasper

The Kinetic Sculpture Race is just two weeks away and Sparky the Kinetic Foster Dog is preparing for another romp through the course! In case you are new to this event, it is a crazy three-day trek through the Samoa dunes, Humboldt Bay, Ferndale and …

Crafts, art, food and more at Cleburne Arts Festival

Art connects Cleburne this Saturday, which also happens to be the theme of this years Cleburne Arts Festival, a theme highlighting the role of public art and creative community in building community. Change is afoot as well in that the annual art festival, …

The best of the Contemporary African Art Fair 2025 – in pictures

'Vandals' attack two hand-crafted Pokémon sculptures outside Tesco Extra

The crocheted sculptures formed part of the town’s Great Pokéman Hunt Part Three, which runs until May 18, and has already seen more than 2,000 people take part. The damaged was discovered on Saturday, May 3, by staff at the Chester Road store. One Pokémon …

Free exhibit of Bob Dylan’s art opening in London

An exhibit of Bob Dylan’s artwork is set to open at London’s Halcyon Gallery on Friday. The exhibit, Point Blank, will feature 97 paintings by the “Like A Rolling Stone” singer. The description notes that they “read like a glimpse into his visual journey,” …

Young Ok Kim’s meditative hanjicraft at the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art 

Young Ok Kim. Photo courtesy of the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art. When Kim retired from the Post Office in Mountlake Terrace, she didn’t expect her next chapter would involve reviving centuries-old Korean craft tradition. Now in her eighties, Kim is …

The Art They Never Got to Share: Preserving Legacies After Loss

The Artist Lives Gallery is an online platform showcasing the creations of artists who were never recognized for their work When my son passed away at the age of twenty-eight, he left behind notebooks filled with stories, poetry, and the beginnings of a …

The arts are under attack, and we must punch back

O P I N I O N By Nathan Graziano In lockstep—or maybe the better term is “goose step”—with President Donald Trump’s disdain for anything intellectual, New Hampshire House Republicans recently voted to pass a proposal, introduced by Rep. Joseph Sweeney (R- …

Leamington charity to hold fundraising art auction at historic Warwick site

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com  and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now A Leamington charity is holding a charity fundraising art event next month in the grounds of a ruined stately home near Warwick. Guys Cliffe House is the venue for …

Arts and entertainment events happening May 8th-11th across the Mid-Ohio Valley

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Here is a look at all the arts and entertainment events happening this weekend across the Mid-Ohio Valley. A complete list of events can be found at artsbridgeonline.org Thursday, May 8th Joyce Boone- WaterColor and Alcohol Ink …

This week’s Arts & Entertainment hitlist

Whitchurch Folk Festival WHITCHURCH Folk Festival is back on Saturday, (May 10), bringing world-class folk artists, morris dancing, interactive workshops and a strong community spirit to North Hampshire. Featuring world-class folk artists, this vibrant …

Shropshire art experts urge collectors to consider sales due to buoyant prices

Abigail Molenaar, from Shrewsbury-based Halls Fine Art, is also advising owners to ensure that their art collection’s insurance valuation is updated to safeguard against a potential loss or damage. Her timely advice follows a series of successful auctions …

Veteran Broadcasters Analyze and Suggest a New Direction for Public Media

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- President Donald Trump is proposing in his 2026 budget to end funding for NPR and PBS, but it could begin a new era of creativity and revenue for public broadcasting, according to …

Concierge Auctions: Bidding Opens at US$6 million for Magnificent Mediterranean Villa on Gibson Island

Auction closes live on 21 May in cooperation with Sarah Kanne of Gibson Island Real Estate Inc. NEW YORK, NM, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Concierge Auctions announced today that bidding has officially opened at US$6 million …

New 'Crafted with Pride' Directory Helps Consumers and Retailers Identify 1,400+ U.S.-Made Brands

Alex Goulet and Willy Deconto spotlight the growing resurgence of U.S.-based apparel and accessory brands NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What if the next big fashion statement wasn’t about a designer logo, but …

Xoted Biotechnology Labs Holds Soft Launch at Spartanburg Community College’s Spark Center

Company’s ecosystem includes manufacturing and R&D facilities in South Carolina, Nevada and Tennessee NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DRC Ventures, a global leader in biotech, nutraceutical, and environmental …

Army Reserve First Sergeant, Iraq War Vet, and Local Police Officer Settles USERRA Lawsuit Against Rock Valley College

ROCKFORD, IL, DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- U.S. Army Reserve First Sgt. Vincent Lara, a veteran of the Iraq war and former Rock Valley College police officer, has reached a settlement in his federal lawsuit alleging …

First 5 California Announces Stronger Starts Day of Action 2025

First 5 California Announces Statewide Day of Action with Press Conference at Fairytale Town SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First 5 California today announced the upcoming Stronger Starts Day of Action 2025 …

New Study Finds Increasing Housing Density Pays Off for Texas Cities

Texas 2036 and UT Austin partner on fiscal analysis of residential development. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new report released today by Texas 2036 and the Center for Sustainable Development at the University …

Equity Access Group Embraces New $1.2M HECM Lending Limit, Reinforces Commitment to Jumbo Reverse Mortgage Solutions

Equity Access Group backs the new $1.2M HECM limit, boosting seniors’ access to home equity and expanding jumbo reverse mortgage options. CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the past ten years, reverse mortgages have been a …

NTTRDirectory.com Educates Truck Repair Shops on the Power of Link Building — and Delivers It Automatically

NTTRDirectory.com shows truck repair shops how link building boosts visibility—and delivers the SEO benefits automatically through every listing. JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Truck Repair Directory Empowers …

Truss Financial Group Expands Support for Veterans with Updated VA Loan Entitlement Guidelines

Truss Financial eases the path to homeownership for veterans in 2025 with enhanced VA loan limits, no PMI, and 100% cash-out refinancing. CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In 2025, America’s veterans remain a pillar of …

NYC Second Chance Rescue Hosts 5th Annual Rescue Ball Gala Honoring Martha Stewart and Dr. Dan Belkin

Performance by Grammy Award-Winner Rob Thomas, Special Appearance by Georgina Bloomberg, Auctioneer Elvis Duran, and DJ Set by GEO ROC NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NYC Second Chance Rescue hosted its 5th Annual …

Council Approves Grants Supporting Resiliency, Public Safety, and Youth Employment

This week, the Council approved and accepted several major grants aimed at improving climate resilience, public safety, and youth workforce development. The Council approved a $1,987,500 Hazard Mitigation Grant, administered by the Boston Planning …

Council Backs Bill to Improve Sickle Cell Care

During this week’s meeting, the Council passed a resolution in support of House Bill H.1347, An Act to Improve Sickle Cell Care. This state legislation seeks to improve care for individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), an inherited blood disorder …

Council Supports Strengthening Health Care Protections

This week, Councilor Mejia introduced a resolution in support of Bill SD.2808: An Act Strengthening Health Care Protections in the Commonwealth. In response to recent actions by the Trump Administration limiting access to reproductive and gender-affirming …

Celebrating Culture

This week, the Council honored multiple cultural observances, including Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, the flag raising for the Caribbean nation of Montserrat, Polish Constitution Day, and Jewish American Heritage Month. The Council …

Council Recognizes National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

With a resolution offered by Councilors Murphy, Flynn, and FitzGerald, the Council this weekrecognized National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, honoring the professionals who serve as the first point of contact during emergencies. These 911 …

City of Boston to Host Youth Jobs Resource Fair on May 10

The City of Boston, in partnership with Roxbury Community College (RCC) and the Bay State Banner, will host a Youth Jobs and Resource Fair this Saturday, May 10, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Reggie Lewis Center. This job fair, hosted by the City’s …

Man Sentenced to Over 30 Years in Prison for Crypto-Terror Financing Scheme

A Springfield, Virginia, man was sentenced yesterday to 364 months in prison for his efforts to provide material support to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS), a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization. According to court records and evidence …

One Former Federal Bureau of Prisons Official Sentenced for Federal Civil Rights Violation for Failing to Obtain Medical ...

Former Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) lieutenant Shronda Covington, 49, was sentenced yesterday to 12 months in prison followed by 12 months of home confinement and three years of supervised release for violating the civil rights of an inmate in her …

Former Corrections Officer Sentenced to Prison For Federal Civil Rights Crime in Connection with Death of Inmate at West ...

A former corrections officer from the Southern Regional Jail in Beaver, West Virginia, was sentenced today for his role in an assault that resulted in the death of an inmate, identified by the initials Q.B., on March 1, 2022. Steven Nicholas Wimmer, 25, of …