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    Dec 3, 2012 |Story| Pasadena Sun

  1. Book tracks the work of Creole photographer

    In recent years, the work of 20th century African American commercial photographers has come under serious scrutiny. James Van Der Zee of Harlem, Ernest C. Withers in Memphis and Pittsburgh's Charles “Teenie” Harris took portraits of their communities and photojournalism for the Negro press. Now it's considered fine art. Add Florestine Perrault Collins of New Orleans.
    In recent years, the work of 20th century African American commercial photographers has come under serious scrutiny. James Van Der Zee of Harlem, Ernest C. Withers in Memphis and Pittsburgh's Charles “Teenie” Harris took portraits of their...

    Tags: Photography, Arts, University of California, Irvine, Arts and Culture

    2. May 22, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  2. L.A. Salsa Congress gives bachata room to dance

    Salsa dancers know that it's crucial to have a partner with good rhythmic chemistry. The same could be said of salsa music, a flamboyant genre that can be picky about sharing the floor with others.
    Salsa dancers know that it's crucial to have a partner with good rhythmic chemistry. The same could be said of salsa music, a flamboyant genre that can be picky about sharing the floor with others. So it's noteworthy that at the 15th annual L.A. Salsa...

    Tags: Artists, Arts and Culture, Grupo Niche (music group), Dance, Festive Events

    3. May 16, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  3. Greuel cites high-profile role as an executive at DreamWorks SKG

    Wendy Greuel's resume is dotted with the political accomplishments of a politician on the rise. But there was an unconventional detour: her stint as an executive at DreamWorks SKG, working alongside Hollywood titans Steven Spielberg, Jeffrey Katzenberg and David Geffen.
    Wendy Greuel's resume is dotted with the political accomplishments of a politician on the rise. But there was an unconventional detour: her stint as an executive at DreamWorks SKG, working alongside Hollywood titans Steven Spielberg, Jeffrey Katzenberg...

    Tags: Eric Garcetti, Steven Spielberg, Wendy Greuel, Warner Theatre, Lobbying

    4. May 12, 2013 |Story| South Bend Tribune

  4. Applications being accepted for camp

    SOUTH BEND -- The University of Notre Dame will partner with several local organizations to host the second annual Innovative-Thinkers Camp, a two-week summer experience designed for youths in grades seven through nine. The camp will run from 9 a.m....

    Tags: Science and Technology, The Salvation Army

    5. May 5, 2013 |Column| South Bend Tribune

  5. Outdoors: Best bass lakes nearby

    I’ve always believed we have some of the nation’s best fishing at our doorstep and Bassmaster Magazine agrees.
    South Bend Tribune
    I’ve always believed we have some of the nation’s best fishing at our doorstep and Bassmaster Magazine agrees. The 500,000-circulation periodical listed the nation’s best bass fishing lakes and six of those lie within 3½ hours of South...

    Tags: Fishing, Ceremonies, Lifestyle and Leisure, Arts and Culture, Lakes and Ponds

    6. Apr 27, 2013 |Story| South Bend Tribune

  6. Art project tells poignant tale

    SOUTH BEND -- The artwork is simple yet poignant. Words and phrases carefully constructed to form faces. In many, there are tears.
    South Bend Tribune
    SOUTH BEND -- The artwork is simple yet poignant. Words and phrases carefully constructed to form faces. In many, there are tears. Created by elementary pupils in the after-school programs at La Casa de Amistad and the Charles Martin Youth Center, the...

    Tags: Crime, Law and Justice, Environmental Issues, Crime Victims, Criminals, Conservation

    7. Mar 24, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  7. Swimming pools that hit the spot on spring break

    Between the brouhaha of the winter holidays and the end of the school year is that coveted halfway point known as spring break. To gear up for that last lap of the academic year, grab the kids and significant others and go recharge at some posh pools....

    Tags: Pacific Ocean, Swimming, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, Sports, Hotel and Accommodation Industry

    8. Mar 22, 2013 |Story| South Florida Sun-Sentinel

  8. Anuncia marcha pro reforma migratoria y activistas pedirán ayuda a senador Marco Rubio

    Todo parece indicar que las comunidades en favor de la reforma migratoria no van a descansar hasta que logren su cometido.
    El Sentinel
    Todo parece indicar que las comunidades en favor de la reforma migratoria no van a descansar hasta que logren su cometido. Luego de una serie de marchas a nivel nacional, líderes comunitarios del sur de Florida visitarán la oficina del senador Marco...

    Tags: AFL-CIO, American Civil Liberties Union, Miami (Miami-Dade, Florida)

    9. Mar 20, 2013 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  9. HoCoPoLitSo's writer-in-residence Derrick Weston Brown seeks to inspire the poet within us all

    “Attention, attention … the mic is now open.”
    “Attention, attention … the mic is now open.” It is only fitting that Derrick Weston Brown begins his presentation at local high schools with an original poem beckoning “all poets and lovers of the word.” “Poetry...

    Tags: High Schools, Students, Teaching and Learning, Arts and Culture, Newspaper and Magazine

    10. Jan 2, 2013 |Story| RedEye

  10. The N-Word and Quentin Tarantino's Greatest Film

    Quentin Tarantino has come under fire for the use of the N-word in his new film “Django Unchained,” which is also probably one of the best films ever made about American slavery.
    Quentin Tarantino has come under fire for the use of the N-word in his new film “Django Unchained,” which is also probably one of the best films ever made about American slavery. Comedian Katt Williams threatened to punch Tarantino. Spike...

    Tags: Slavery, Quentin Tarantino, Movies, Arts and Culture, Social Issues

    11. Aug 8, 2012 |Story| KTLA-LTV

  11. Man Finds Image of Jesus on Breakfast Burrito

    BEEVILLE, Texas (KTLA) -- They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But for one Texas man, it may have been the most holy meal of his life.
    KTLA News
    BEEVILLE, Texas (KTLA) -- They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But for one Texas man, it may have been the most holy meal of his life. Ernesto Garza, 80, was going about his morning like usual at the La Amistad Adult Daycare in...

    Tags: Lifestyle and Leisure, Tortillas, Foods and Beverages, Burritos

    12. Feb 28, 2012 |Column| Chicago Tribune

  12. Lyric sets world premiere of new opera based on Ann Patchett novel for 2015-16 season

    Lyric Opera of Chicago has shied away from commissioning any new operas over the last decade, at a time when other major American opera companies such as the Metropolitan Opera, San Francisco Opera, Houston Grand Opera and Los Angeles Opera have actively cultivated new stage works from inception to premiere.
    Lyric Opera of Chicago has shied away from commissioning any new operas over the last decade, at a time when other major American opera companies such as the Metropolitan Opera, San Francisco Opera, Houston Grand Opera and Los Angeles Opera have...

    Tags: Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Arts and Culture, Broadway Theater, Poetry, Civic Opera House

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