His work has won numerous awards from the American Institute of Graphic Arts, the Art Directors Club and American Illustration. He is the author of “The Pet Dragon,” which teaches Chinese characters to young readers. …

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The myth about Alzheimer’s is that it is a veritable death sentence. But as the filmmakers demonstrate, the creative arts can reunite even a late stage Alzheimer’s sufferer with parts of his/her former self.

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Each month, the South Dorchester Folk Museum invites the public to learn about the history and heritage of southern Dorchester County through oral presentations …

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Buckman Art Show & Sale: The annual celebration of art, craft and arts education features work by professional artists, dance and musical performances and a hands-on art space for children 4 and older. 5-9 p.m. Fri, March 12; …

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STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Teaching artist Claire Jimenez is inviting teenagers all over Staten Island to become a part of the borough’s first Youth Council of the Arts. Whether you dance, draw, act or write, if art plays a big role in your …

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In the latest installment of our art series, here’s a look New Jersey artisan Steven B. Levine, who crafts beautiful books from wood. They can have hidden drawers or engraved titles, and can be arranged in stacks …

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Art Marine, the Middle East’s largest importer and distributor of luxury motor-yachts, joined forces with Azimut Yachts to announce the world launch of the new ‘Grande’ range of superyachts at this…

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The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum says 30 million visitors have now come through its doors.

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During the pre-financial crisis of 2008, the foundations of the wider housing market is slowly but surely being toppled by the subprime mortgage crisis. Reckless borrowing by consumers along with excessive leveraging of Wallstreet …

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It serves as a poignant reminder of what we’ve lost.

Larocca: McQueen's Collection Combines Modernity and History …