Yearly Archives :

2012

Why Arts Education Matters

Bigger Than 'Hot Cheetos and Takis'-Why Arts Education Matters As a video created in a after-school program goes viral, Kristin Braswell discusses the importance of giving children the opportunity to…

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How Art Transforms the Life of Homeless Teen

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You-ve-Cott-Mail-for-Mon-Aug-20–The-tipping-point

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A Review of Cougar The Musical

FIRST ONLINE WITH FRAN says, “YES!"I hesitated to see a  musical called

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Gem Magazine Long Island

Be sure to see what's smART about The Huntington Arts Council in the August issue of GEM Magazine.  Executive Director, Diana Cherryhomes shares how The Arts continue to flourish in…

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Creating places for the arts to flourish : Munster News

MUNSTER | Despite funding cuts to art programs in public schools nationwide, the arts create economic development and revitalize entire communities.That message about Creative Placemaking for the Arts echoed throughout…

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Heating up the Summer with Live Entertainment! An Interview with Diana Cherryholmes, Executive Director of the Huntington Arts Council

The image of a seven-year old dancing and mimicking the movements of Sol Y Sombra Spanish Dance Company on the grass at the Chapin Rainbow Stage is something Executive Director,…

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Women in the Arts

Read FIRST ONLINE WITH FRAN'S interview with Marla Lewis, Long Island's Grammy-winning songwriter published in the May issue of GEM Magazine!"I never expected to win a Grammy," says Wantagh award-winning…

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New Engines of Growth

National Governors Association‘New Engines of Growth’ report cites Kentuckyarts and cultural initiativesFRANKFORT, Ky. — With concerns over job creation and business growth holding a prominent position on policy agendas today,…

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Smithtown East’s High School Musical Production!

Beauty & the BeastIf there's EVER any doubt about the value and educational impact of The Arts, then revisit a high school production. The confidence, charisma, and charm of Smithtown…

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The First 100 Stories

Testimonial #11:  Ronni HubbardHow has your life been indelibly touched by a teacher who utilized the arts for whatever reason and acknowledge how they were instrumental in breaking the mold…

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