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Cleveland County Free Fair gears up for its Sept. 4 opening
NORMAN — For the past several months, Cleveland County residents have been doing everything from perfecting canning techniques to raising sheep. Next week, their hard work will be on display for all to see during the annual Cleveland County Free Fair. The fair will be Sept. 4-6 at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds, 615 E Robinson St. Those interested in entering exhibits in the fair may do so ...
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Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art brings back weekly film series
NORMAN — FredFilms will return Thursday to the University of Oklahoma's Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, 555 Elm Ave. The weekly film series focuses on a different topic each semester. This semester's theme is "Working Under Foreign Conditions: Russians Making Movies in Other Lands.” The series is in conjunction with the upcoming "American Artists from the Russian Empire” exhibit set to open Oct. ...
The Oklahoman |
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Norman sidewalk chalk art contest will benefit hunger effort
NORMAN — The Cleveland County CROP Walk to Stop Hunger will host a sidewalk chalk art contest for children and families from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Sept. 13 outside the Norman Depot, 200 S Jones Ave. The theme is Helping The Hungry — Making A Difference. Entry fee for the contest is a donation of peanut butter or tuna (cans or pouches). The donations will be distributed to food pantries in Cleveland ...
The Oklahoman |
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WEDNESDAY'S CALENDAR
Southern Decadence Various French Quarter locations. Gay and lesbian fest with dances, street parties, talent shows, costume contest and a parade, begins at midnight with a talent contest upstairs at the Bourbon Pub, 801 Bourbon St.
New Orleans Times-Picayune |
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'Mischievous' runs through Aug. 31 at Discovery Museum
This is the final week to catch the Lake County Discovery Museum's exhibition "The Mischievous Art of Jim Flora" before it closes Aug. 31.
Daily Herald |
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Joines finds artistic vision through lens of camera
Blind-sided by the fact she couldn't find the right college courses to pursue a career in photography, local artist Sharon Joines returned to her preferred form of expression later in life. She currently has a exhibition - Wharton County II: Photographs - on display at the Wharton County Library in Wharton this month.
El Campo Leader-News |
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Paris match: Museums unite for Picasso season
Three of France's leading museums are preparing to unite for an unprecedented season of exhibitions devoted to the life and works of Pablo Picasso.
Guardian Unlimited |
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Expectations Met: A look at the revamped museum
A Tuesday sneak peek to the media of the renovated Fresno Metropolitan Museum focused on what's happening inside the five-floor building as it prepares for a Nov. 13 grand reopening.
The Fresno Bee |
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Business as usual at Lisa Kurts gallery as foreclosure notices resolved
Lisa Kurts Gallery is open for business after several weeks of locked doors, unanswered telephones and a threat of foreclosure.
Memphis Commercial Appeal |
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Golden Lion Prepares to Roar as Venice Opens Its Annual Film Festival
Competitors from all over the world and a star-studded Coen brothers premiere make up this year?s Venice International Film Festival.
New York Times |
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Art history: Show reflects von Liebig's evolution
It's not just an art show - it's a history lesson.
The News-Press |
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Stock Slide Curbs Sotheby's Australian Art Sale With 50% Unsold
Aug. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Half the lots offered at Sotheby's auction of Australian paintings were unsold as the nation's stock market slide quelled demand for art, the company said.
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Barrington fine arts fest to feature paintings, music
A celebration of music, dance and art is again coming to Barrington United Methodist Church, 98 Algonquin Road, at Route 59 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 31.
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Ancient Art, Served on a Present-Day Platter
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art?s fine Latin American collection is back on view after three years? absence, but it gets lost in the new nightclublike décor.
New York Times |
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Kevin Smith isn’t afraid to admit he likes porn
Kevin Smith likes to watch porn online, not to get his jollies but to marvel at how extreme the art of exhibitionist sex can be.
MSNBC |
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Lee Rosenbaum's cultural commentary
It looks like the investment syndicate that owns Damien Hirst 's diamond skull, "For the Love of God," has finally succeeded in lining up an exhibition for it at a major museum: The Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, has just announced that it will present the "world premier of the work's international tour," Nov. 1-Dec. 15.
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Online auction of captains' portraits to benefit Louisville charities
LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Ryder Cup fans have yet another reason to visit RyderCup.com.
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Museums to present à la carte programs
SPRINGFIELD - The Springfield Museums at the Quadrangle will present the following Museums à la Carte programs in September. The programs are held on Thursdays at 12:15 p.m. in the Michele and Donald D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts.
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Wine tastings
Columbia Museum of Art Corner of Main and Hampton streets (803) 343-2186 columbiamuseum.org Tour and Tasting: Dale Chihuly: Seaforms, Sept. 12, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Begin the evening with light refreshments and a tour of the exhibition Dale Chihuly: Seaforms, followed by a guided tasting of wines that compliment a seafood cuisine. $35 or $25 for members. Register: columbiamuseum.org or call ...
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PETA presents Asian version of "TOSCA," August 29-30
Directed by Soxie Topacio of PETA and Kiritani Natsuko of BTT, this adaptation focuses on the issues of war, gender, art, politics, life, and death while exhibiting elements that are true to the Asian culture, history and heritage.
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24-Hour Funcast
Midday Art Break: Free tours of the Erie Art Museum and current exhibit. Last Midday Art Break for the summer. Noon and 12:30 p.m., 411 State St. Call 459-5477 or visit www.erieartmuseum.org.
Erie Times-News |
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Mattoon Street arts fete slated in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD - Holyoke artist Debra Barboza, South Hadley flagmaker Janet Guiel and Granby quilter Jane Chenaille and potter Nicole Bruno will exhibit at the 36th annual Mattoon Arts Festival on Sept. 6 and 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Springfield.
The Republican |
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Mattoon Street arts fete slated in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD - Westfield fiber artist Donna Dickinson, jeweler Melanie Kellogg, crafter Christine Sweeny, and candlemaker Sheila Slawiak will exhibit at the 36th annual Mattoon Arts Festival on Sept. 6 and 7 in downtown Springfield from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Republican |
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Canada to Plans to Tap Arctic's Resources
Nation will use technology to "map" energy and mineral potential. Canada's Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced on Aug. 26 an ambitious plan to discover and tap mineral, oil and gas riches believed to be hidden beneath the cool Arctic.
Industry Week |
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First Western Massachusetts Jewish Music & Arts Festival to be held in Springfield
When: Sept. 21, noon-8 p.m. Where: Springfield Jewish Community Center, 1160 Dickinson St., (413) 739-4715, www.springieldjcc.org Tickets and info: www.wemafest.org SPRINGFIELD - The first Western Massachusetts Jewish Music & Arts Festival will take place outdoors at the Springfield Jewish Community Center on Sept. 21.
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