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Middle East Online
Wed, 16 May 2012 07:28:42 -0700
ABU DHABI – In a series of reformations addressing its scope and categories, the Sheikh Zayed Book Award announced redefining its “Fine Arts” award to include art history and criticism and literary criticism.
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William E. Hoy, deaf man who became a MLB legend
Wed, 16 May 2012 05:05:55 -0700
“Silent Star: The Story of Deaf Major Leaguer William Hoy,” by Bill Wise, with illustrations by Adam Gustavson (Lee & Low Books) This picture book, with a relatively high text-to-illustration ratio, aims at beginning readers (ages 5 and up), plus older siblings who are opportunistic National History Day enthusiasts looking for a unique topic). Hoy [...]
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Graphic Arts: Rockwell Kent's appeal
Thu, 17 May 2012 19:21:24 -0700
The Philadelphia Museum of Art hopes to acquaint a new generation with the work of the printmaker and illustrator whose leftist politics tarnished his career years ago. During the early part of the 20th century, Rockwell Kent was hailed for his achievements as a printmaker and illustrator, contributing to more than 140 books, including literary classics "Moby-Dick," "The Canterbury Tales" and ...
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Spare Times for May 18-24
Thu, 17 May 2012 15:41:58 -0700
A selected guide to readings, exhibitions, walks, concerts, talks and other events in New York.
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Historic Amman street abuzz after facelift
Thu, 17 May 2012 06:06:34 -0700
Rainbow Street in Amman's heart is abuzz again after posh 1920s-era homes were turned into restaurants, galleries and libraries, drawing hipsters, bohemians, intellectuals and hordes of tourists.
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Area Exhibits 5/16/12
Wed, 16 May 2012 07:05:07 -0700
The Arts Council of Princeton at Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, 102 Witherspoon Street, presents “Transient Spaces” in remembrance of Herban Garden, Writers Block, and Quark Park through June 9. On view through July 28 is “Poolscapes and Swimmers,” with drawings of the old Princeton Community Pool by Stephanie Magdziak and Ronald Berlin, and “Terrace Project: Sculpture by Jonathan Shor.” For ...
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Old Library In Search of New Owner
Tue, 08 May 2012 03:00:00 -0700
Jones Memorial Library, Lynchburg’s major example of beaux arts style of architecture, has fallen on hard times. The library needs an owner with the financial means to breathe new life into the grand old building.
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Six Hunterdon residents win Distinguished Achievement Awards
Thu, 17 May 2012 07:47:50 -0700
Distinguished Achievement Awards recognizing County residents whose leadership or patronage enhances the cultural and historical quality of life in Hunterdon were bestowed on six residents by the County’s Cultural & Heritage Commission, Tuesday, May 15 in a ceremony at the...
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Macaulay talks writing at Bedford library
Thu, 17 May 2012 13:48:09 -0700
When the Bedford Library Foundation was deciding who to invite for the annual Leen Lecture, there was one suggestion that stood out among the others: author/illustrator David Macaulay.
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World Books Night 2012: Denver author Bud Bilanich one of thousands giving out free books
Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:08:27 -0700
World Books Night 2012: Authors all over the world, including some in Denver, are giving away free books today, April 23
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