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Tocal field days reason to celebrate
The 25th anniversary of the Tocal Field Days at Paterson last weekend was a big occasion for exhibitors and customers alike, with a wide range of merchandise on display.
Stock & Land |
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ACLU suit aims at Indiana's new law over explicit material
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Museum of Art is teaming with bookstores, publishers and the ACLU of Indiana to sue over a new law that will require retailers to register with the state and pay a fee if they want to sell sexually explicit material.
South Bend Tribune |
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HC quashes proceedings against M F Husain
In a reprieve for MF Husain, the Delhi High Court on Thursday quashed criminal proceedings against the artist for allegedly hurting public sentiments by painting obscene pictures of Hindu goddesses.
Hindustan Times |
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Dream leads local girl Jesus, second-place
Rho-Eun Regina Song of Export is the second-place winner in the seventh-grade art division of the national "Try Prayer! It Works!" contest. read more »
Murrysville Star |
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Art entries sought
The Blue Line Gallery in Roseville seeks artists to enter Roseville Arts' Membership Show, which opens May 17 at the gallery, 405 Vernon St., Roseville.
The Sacramento Bee |
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Please Touch Museum to move
Long a destination for families in and around Philadelphia, the Please Touch Museum is about to get bigger and better.
Courier-Post |
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Billboard design contest winners say no to smoking
Two talented 14-year-olds have created art destined for high places. Jerreht Harris, an eighth-grader at Eich Intermediate School, says he got the idea from his mother's favorite admonishment. Janal Jansma of North Highlands with her winning billboard design, which warns against cigarettes.
The Sacramento Bee |
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School celebrates 100 years Saturday
Randallstown Elementary School will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a May Day Festival and Academic Fair from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at 9013 Liberty Road.
Baltimore Sun |
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See children's art in mall show
Monroeville Arts Council's Kids' Korner Art Show is under way at Monroeville Mall, offering a variety of paintings, drawings and sculptures by local schoolchildren. read more »
The Times Express |
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Students show creative side at exhibit
Shaler Intermediate School students got to show off their creative side last week during teacher conference day when their art work was displayed in the library as part of the school's annual art show. read more »
Pine Creek Journal |
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Shiv Sainiks attack Husain exhibition, vandalise paintings
NEW DELHI: Shiv Sena activists attacked an exhibition of paintings by acclaimed painter M F Husain in the Capital on Thursday, damaging two of his works on display.
The Times of India |
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Free-floating
Juliette Binoche, introducing Flight of the Red Balloon to audiences at the Toronto International Film Festival in September, described the project as a "life-changing experience."
Philly.com |
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HC quashes proceedings against M F Husain
NEW DELHI: In a reprieve for M F Husain, the Delhi High Court on Thursday quashed criminal proceedings against the artist for allegedly hurting public sentiments by painting obscene pictures of Hindu goddesses.
The Times of India |
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Rendezvous offers fun to visitors, too
Spring is here and graduation is just around the corner. How do you keep out-of-town guests entertained and busy? How about the 12th annual Rifle Rendezvous Festival?
Rifle Citizen Telegram |
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Candidates in this race are made out of metal
Lake Oswego residents can decide which of five sculptures on outdoor display the city should buy to expand its public art collection. Balloting for the fifth annual selection will continue through 5 p.m. May 16.
The Oregonian |
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Thorndike Art Competition student artwork on display
COURTESY PHOTO LOCAL ARTISTS Robin Baron and Maureen Bieniarz arrange the display artwork entered into the Annalee Thorndike Art Competition, which is hosted by the Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation.
The Citizen of Laconia |
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Busiel Community Room and Gallery features giclee art
Alphacolor Imaging & Framing will be displaying fine-art giclee reproductions of several Lakes Region artists consisting of Penny Burke, Roger Gagne, Maureen Bienarz, and others, including Robert Baron of Cape Cod.
The Citizen of Laconia |
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Orange County Calendar
TODAY Lecture: Larry Maurer speaks about "The Music of World War II." 1 p.m. $7-$9. Bowers Museum, 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana. (714) 567-3600 or www.bowers.org
Los Angeles Times |
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Peninsula
FESTIVAL OF THE BIRDS AT PRESQUE ISLE -- Fri.-Sat.-Sun., May 9-11 -- Tom Ridge Envirnmental Center, 301 Peninsula Drive, and various venues on the peninsula:
Erie Times-News |
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Eats, festivals
SPAGHETTI DINNER -- Thurs., May 8 and 15, 5-6:30 p.m. -- Asbury United Methodist Church, 4703 West Ridge Road -- cost: donation -- benefits Relay for Life, Asbury summer youth program.
Erie Times-News |
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Underwear theme for art exhibit
PRINTMAKER Gabrielle Woodham’s exhibit Wedding Presents, or what lies beneath, was unveiled last Friday night.
Central Midlands & Costal Advocate |
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Festival of the Birds at Presque Isle
Festival of the Birds at Presque Isle will be held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center, 301 Peninsula Dr., and various venues on the peninsula.
Erie Times-News |
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State will buy mall site if $13M is raised
HELENA - Gov. Brian Schweitzer said Wednesday the state has agreed to buy Helena's 1960s-era shopping mall as the site for a $40 million history museum, but only if supporters can raise $13 million in private funds by mid-November.
Billings Gazette |
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Artist behind Lilac Fest poster inspired by past
The official Lilac Festival poster was created by Laura Wilder of Rochester.
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle |
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Arts, crafts big part of Lilac Festival
Arts and crafts vendors are a Lilac Festival highlight for many attendees.
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle |
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