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Art Is Vital Wellness Fiesta!

KXCI 91.3, 6.14.24

Join us July 27, 2024 for our nationwide One Nation One Project celebration of arts and wellness. The Berger Theatre stage features a concert sharing of Anita, a new musical by Borderlands Theater about the power of joy to create a sense of home and belonging.

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Englewood’s ‘Go Green Griot’ Plaza Transforms Vacant Lot Into Artistic Community Hub

Block Club Chicago, 6.14.24

Go Green Griot Plaza is opening on previously vacant land. Created to celebrate Englewood’s artistic heritage, it will feature musical performances, mural unveilings, live art demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. The plaza, located at 63rd Street and Racine Avenue, is part of a revitalization effort by IMAN and other local groups under the Go Green On Racine initiative. Named after West African storytellers known as griots, the plaza aims to foster community engagement and celebrate Englewood's cultural legacy through art and performance.

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Mayor-President Announces Parishwide, Day-long Arts for EveryBody

The Advocate 6.14.24

The Mayor-President of East Baton Rouge Parish has unveiled the "Art for Everybody" initiative, a public art program designed to enhance community engagement, support local artists, and beautify public spaces. The initiative aims to make art accessible to all residents, boost the local economy, and foster community pride. Funded through a mix of public, private, and grant funding, the program will involve community participation in creating and installing various public art projects throughout the parish.

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The Healing Powers of Art

Art fosters emotional and mental well-being by helping patients manage symptoms and improve health outcomes, while also supporting doctors in handling job-related stress and enhancing their clinical skills, highlighting its powerful role in holistic healing and healthcare.

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Student-created Documentary Screening Sheds Light on Youth Gun Violence

Alachua Chronicle, 5.16.24

A student-created documentary focusing on youth gun violence will be screened to raise awareness and stimulate community discussion. The event aims to highlight the personal and societal impacts of gun violence, involving local leaders and community members in seeking solutions. This initiative serves as an educational tool, promoting understanding and action against youth gun violence.

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A controversy involving Verge revealed deep cracks in Sacramento’s art scene — and left many wondering why it had to go down like this

The controversy emerged after Verge canceled an exhibition of Black artists because of a piece considered racially insensitive, with Nataki Garrett involved through her leadership of the One Nation, One Project initiative, which aims to foster diversity and collaboration in the arts.

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