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Scotty not beamed up
Plus: Faubourg 36 to open the Montreal world film festival and Mark Ruffalo to play a disabled, faith-healing DJ
Guardian Unlimited |
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Egyptian experts to talk about archaeology finds
Four noted Egyptian archaeology experts will be speaking on recent findings at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Everson Museum of Art in Syracuse.
The Post-Standard |
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Pizarro: South Bay artist lends talents to help families facing cancer
South Bay artist Sonya Paz, whose colorful pop paintings are always a joy to see, has taken on a more personal mission.
San Jose Mercury News |
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Armed for a challenge
Just days after taking the helm of the Higgins Armory Museum, Nikki Andersen could be found chatting with people at the Celtic Festival in Webster.
Worcester Telegram & Gazette |
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Artists connect with nature for Quick-Draw Art Auction
Local residents gathered this weekend to watch and bid on a slice of Nevada's outdoor beauty.
Reno Gazette-Journal |
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Flashforward Film Festival Creates Magic with Jamy Ian Swiss
DMN Newswire--2008-8-5-- August 5, 2008â?? San Francisco , CA â?? Flashforward Film Festival welcomes Jamy Ian Swiss, one of the worldâ??s top sleight-of-hand performers, as Master of Ceremonies awarding Big Orange Rubber Arrows on August 21 st at the Nob Hill Masonic Center .
Broadcast Newsroom |
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Gourdous art from Kentuckian
Jennifer Zingg has combined girl, gourd and cat power into one stunning sculpture. The Frankfort-based artist's "Coptic Companion" will be up for auction at this year's Art for the Animals event Thursday at Mellwood Arts and Entertainment Center. » Visit Kentuckianapets.com » Photos: Art for Animals
Louisville Courier-Journal |
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Revolution Center general takes his stand
If you can't imagine the American Revolution museum and conference center being built on private land inside Valley Forge national park, try picturing it 200 miles away.
The Philadelphia Inquirer |
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Picture of the Day: Zuma in court
ANC leader Jacob Zuma sings for his supporters outside the high court in Durban, South Africa, where he was contesting corruption charges.
Channel 4 |
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District's artists show their works to the public
HUNDREDS of works by South Yorkshire artists have gone on public display after Doncaster Art Club launched its annual exhibition. (05/08/2008 09:24:42)
Yorkshire Post Today |
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Stand at Valley Forge? Retreat?
If you can't imagine the American Revolution museum and conference center being built on private land inside Valley Forge Park, try picturing it 200 miles away.
The Philadelphia Inquirer |
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Never too late to paint
The painting wasn't finished. A still life of fruit baskets on a bureau with a scarf draped over the side, it had hung on Helen Kolanich's wall for two years, but it wasn't quite right.
Daily Record |
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Plethora of freebies in D.C.
Washington -- There are so many free and cheap things to do in Washington that the biggest challenge is carving out enough time to take advantage of them. Many museums, monuments and other institutions -- from the zoo to the botanic garden -- that are run by the federal government charge no admission. But even if you've been here, done that 15 times over, the capital is packed with new and ...
The Springfield News-Leader |
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Artifacts to effect change
The Canadian Museum of Civilization targets the perception of aboriginal people as 'remote, mysterious and primitive' with a treasure-packed exhibit in Beijing
The Globe and Mail |
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AcA exhibits examine unfamiliar environments
Never heard of Familiarture? Pull up a leaning, crooked-legged love seat and sit a spell.
The Lafayette Daily Advertiser |
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Ben Walters finds intriguing what-ifs at MoMA's Dalí show
Ben Walters finds intriguing what-ifs at MoMA's Dalí and film exhibition but wishes the surrealist had pulled off his collaboration with Groucho and Harpo
Guardian Unlimited |
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Missouri City resident wins social film contest
When Missouri City resident Lafayette Howell grabbed his video camera to capture his son romping in the backyard of his Quail Valley home, he had no idea the video clip would capture the attention of a Hollywood filmmaker and take first place in a one-of-a-kind social film contest.
Fort Bend Sun |
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Public art on display
Kathy Schlechtz strolled down Pierce Street in downtown Birmingham, looking at a swirling circle of shiny, reflective metal by Dennis Oppenheim titled "Journey Home."
Detroit Free Press |
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SAS launches Global Oil and Gas Business Unit
SAS, a leading provider of business intelligence and analytic software and services, has announced the launch of its Global Oil and Gas Business Unit - a division dedicated to the advanced technology needs of the worldwide energy industry.
AME Info |
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Crossroads Festival gets more friendly, fun
SHOREWOOD-The annual Shorewood Crossroads Festival is one of the most popular festivals in the area because it features a variety of entertainment, activities, and competitions for everyone.
Morris Daily Herald |
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Local and live
Tuesday, August 5, 2008 • "MONTANA GHOST TOWNS": Western Heritage Center, 2822 Montana Ave. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Photography by Denes G. Istvanffy. Up through Sept. 18. $3, adults; $2, ages 55, older and students; free, ages 12, younger and WHC members. 256-6809.
Billings Gazette |
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Got no satisfaction
Speaking about her "relationship" with 61-year-old Ronnie Wood, art student Ekaterina Ivanova has refused to reveal the intimate secrets of their bedtime romps.
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What's On
August 10 The Voyages of Zheng He Presented by The China Culture Centre at the main hall, St James Cavalier, Valletta An event marking the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue This exhibition explores how China gained influence as far away as Africa and was also the receiver of much foreign knowledge, through trade and exchange of ideas.
Malta Today |
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Local and live
Tuesday, August 5, 2008 • "MONTANA GHOST TOWNS": Western Heritage Center, 2822 Montana Ave. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Photography by Denes G. Istvanffy. Up through Sept. 18. $3, adults; $2, ages 55, older and students; free, ages 12, younger and WHC members. 256-6809.
Billings Gazette |
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Mere glimpses of Marilyn in exhibit
Today is the 46th anniversary of the death of Marilyn Monroe, whose light burns as brightly as ever. Jean Harlow was more a vamp, Carole...
Seattle Times |
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