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Organizations enabling students of color to connect with their communities
Student organizations are created to support students of color as they pursue their studies in a safe space with the support of their communities. UWT’s commitment to diversity aims to nurture and nurture students of color in a learning environment to support them and dismantle oppressive systems. According to the Office of Equity and Inclusion …
Tate Britain’s hyperlocal outdoor campaign extends exposure across the capital
The Tate will use billboards and buildings across London to celebrate places linked to London’s Caribbean heritage from this week. Drawing inspiration from English Heritage’s Blue Plaque programme, a notice board, poster or floor vinyl sticker will feature exclusive stories from contributors at highlighted locations. The campaign was created as a community extension of Tate …
Free Coloring Books from 101 World-Class Libraries and Museums: Download and Color Hundreds of Free Images
Free and downloadable coloring books for adults that the New York Academy of Medicine solicits from museums and state and university libraries for its #ColorOurCollections The celebration of each February enlivens our month far more than any Valentine’s Day or President’s Day sale. They are not only a great way to get through the last …
Investments of $7.75 million and plans for a portfolio of $100 million
Five years ago, Laura Callanan launched Upstart Co-Lab, aiming to connect investors to creative economy companies tackling wider societal issues, creating jobs and boosting local economies. Then, in June 2020, Callanan, former senior vice president of the National Endowment for the Arts, announced the Upstart Co-Lab membership community, a coalition of families, foundations, and others …
On display: NRV Museums | Local News
Su Clauson-Wicker special for the Roanoke Times Local museums are unveiling exhibits and scheduling events as the grip of COVID loosens. The Montgomery Museum of Art and History plans to move to spacious new digs in downtown Christiansburg, Wilderness Road museum interpreters are preparing a real historical drama and Smithfield blacksmiths will demonstrate how to …
De Lima thanks international organizations for their continued concern about his fate and renewed calls for his freedom
PHILIPPINES, February 26 – Press release February 26, 2022 De Lima thanks international organizations for their continued concern about his fate and renewed calls for his freedom Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima is grateful to leaders and international organizations who have affirmed their support for her by condemning her continued political …
FRITZ!OS 7.39-94800 Lab for FRITZ!Box 7590 AX available
The manufacturer of the FRITZ!Box AVM today presented a new lab firmware for FRITZ!OS 7.39-94800 for the FRITZ!Box 7590 AX. The new model now supports daylight sequences for groups and models with FRITZ!DECT 500. There are also several bug fixes and improvements in the areas of Wise Household, Internet, WLAN, USB, Telephony, Cell Communications, Property …
New Study Examines EDI Efforts of Destination Organizations
Destinations International, the world’s largest resource for official destination organizations, tourism boards, and convention and visitor bureaus (CVBs), has just released its 2022 Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion of People Study. destination organizations. In 2017, Destinations International dedicated itself to prioritizing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) as a strategic objective, both for itself and on behalf …
641 rural libraries registered in Nagaland | MorungExpress
Kohima, February 25 (MExN): The state of Nagaland has a total of 641 rural libraries registered with the Department of Art and Culture. This was briefed by Councilor, Art & Culture and Tourism, H Khehovi Yepthomi during the Workshop for Public Libraries held at Kohima State Library on February 25. Sponsored by the Raja Rammohan …
Visit 15 museums and art galleries around the world for free, virtually
February has come and gone, and you might not know it, but this month is actually National Arts Month, and it’s about to end. But before that, whether or not you know it’s National Arts Month, why not try exploring these actual museums and art galleries for free from the comfort of your own home? …
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Toolkits to Help Kids Prepare for School Ahead at Alabama Libraries
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – Staff at 88 Alabama public libraries will launch the Reimagining School Readiness train-the-trainer program led by the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS), beginning March 1. The program reinforces early learning through discovery for children from birth to 8 years old and their families. Developed by the Bay Area Discovery Museum with …
Eleven international projects reach the final phase of Next Lab 2022
02/24/2022 – Three feature films, four series and four short films are presented in Madrid on February 25 and 26, after having participated in a selection of 20 finalists Draw by Lorenzo Degl’ Innocenti and Xosé Zapata This week saw the end of the first stage of the workshop of the second edition of the …
Esports organizations show support for Ukraine
Several esports organizations showed their support for Ukraine via social media following Russia’s invasion of the country, which started early in the morning (local time). On Twitter, G2 Esports, Ninjas in Pajamas and Astralis changed their profile picture logos to blue and yellow to represent the colors of the Ukrainian flag. In their messages, the …
2 incredible new Parisian museums to discover during your next visit
There are currently 130 museums in and around Paris covering an eclectic range of subjects and special interests ranging from the wine museum to the counterfeiting museum to the Edith Piaf museum, located in a private apartment, which you should take appointment. to visit. Last year, Paris added two new museums, both in historic buildings, …
Museums and Historic Sites Published February 23, 2022 – West Central Tribune
Kandiyohi County Historical Society Willmar, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays, closed holidays, $3 for adults 12 and under and members of the Kandiyohi County Historical Society admitted free, 320-235-1881, located at the Locomotive on the North Business Highway 71 across from Robbins Island. The museum has a number of featured exhibits. Besides the museum, …
LAB#01: Medios Sintientes – Announcements
LAB#01: Medios SintientesFrom February 23 to May 7, 2022 Another terraforming: February 23, from 6 to 8.30 p.m., with Caja Negra Editorial, Vlad Afanasiev, Laura Cuguzi, Chiara Di Leone and Maria Buey Deep Journalism: From March 12 to 19, with Marta Peirano, Susan Schuppli, Alfredo Puente (Fundación Cerezales), Adam Harvey, Bellingcat Matadero Madrid Contemporary Creation …
Greek Professional League Organizations are Valuable Alternatives to Social Organizations
When students at Syracuse University think of Greek life, social sororities and fraternities are usually the first that come to mind and rightly so. Social Greek Letter organizations are among the largest student organizations on campus and maintain a strong presence in campus life. Despite the high reputation of these organizations and the benefits that …
Local DAR Chapters Donate Brazos County Veterans’ Reference Book to Local Libraries |
“The book was completely John’s idea; an example [of this kind of book] is not available because it has not been done before,” she said. “It was through his efforts that the sacrifices of the people of Brazos County and the Texas Aggies during the Great War were first collected and preserved for posterity.” Blair …
Free Dad-Themed Small Libraries Unveiled During NBA All-Star Weekend
The book boxes will be placed at local schools, a community garden and the Cleveland Children’s Museum to promote family literacy CLEVELAND — Six small free libraries with a special “Dadication” theme, unveiled by the Cavaliers and a host of literacy and fatherhood organizations during NBA All-Star Weekend, will remain in Northeast Ohio to promote …
Carsome launches a certified laboratory to refurbish used cars
KUALA LUMPUR (February 22): Integrated automotive e-commerce platform Carsome has launched its Carsome Certified Lab, believed to be the largest car refurbishment facility in Southeast Asia, to transform used cars or used in “like new”. Spanning over 185,000 square feet, the facility would be able to refurbish up to 2,000 Carsome-certified cars per month. Carsome …
NEPA CASA organizations are looking for new volunteers
WILKES-BARRE – As the need for volunteers grows, with an increase in the number of abused and neglected children, PA CASA is helping NEPA CASA programs in Lackawanna, Luzerne, Lycoming, Pike and Tioga counties reach out to their communities to find those people who want to make a difference in the lives of the most …
Stormy weather continues to force closures across the UK
After a weekend that saw Storm Eunice sweep across the UK and other severe weather as Storm Franklin and Dudley bring high winds and flooding, museums and heritage attractions have been forced to close. Among them is the Royal Navy Submarine Museum in Gosport, which has announced its closure due to storm damage. The museum …
Secret and mysterious libraries around the world
Tor Books From Brandon Sanderson ― author of the New York Times bestseller Stormlight Archive and his massive fourth installment, Rhythm of War ― comes a heavy new short story, Dawnshard. Set between Oathbringer and Rhythm of War, this tale (like Edgedancer before it) gives often-overshadowed characters their own chance to shine. Fictional libraries are …
Be Local: Local Organizations Celebrate American Heart Month | BeLocal network
Editor’s note: This is a weekly series emphasizing the importance of buying local. COVID-19 is still preventing hospitals and local health systems from conducting hands-on activities to celebrate American Heart Month each February. However, information continues to circulate and programs aimed at promoting heart health are still relevant. A spokeswoman for the Wilford R. Cameron …
Libraries Partner to Create Website for Virginia’s Deaf Community | Advertisement
Rappahannock Central Regional Library has partnered with the Library of Virginia to launch the Virginia Deaf Culture Digital Library, or VA DCDL at deaflibva.org. This resource is the result of a two-year collaboration between CRRL Access Services Librarian Babak Zarin and the Library of Virginia. Zarin had been contacted in 2019 by ReBecca Bennett, who …
Meta plans community lab to boost Pakistan’s ecosystem
ISLAMABAD: Meta, Facebook’s parent company, and the government task force have agreed to explore the idea of establishing a community lab in Pakistan by collaborating with universities, incubation centers, startups and service providers telecommunications, a statement said on Saturday. The lab would provide a platform to develop and test innovative technology solutions to help grow …
Baraza Media Lab Rolls Out Inaugural 2022 Incubator Program
The Baraza Media Lab has announced the start of its inaugural incubator program. The program, which officially started on January 31, 2022, will incubate 3 people working on innovative projects in the media space. This incubator program will take place over a period of 12 months and will help the cohort to implement their project …
Sexual assault and domestic violence organizations see their budgets slashed by 18%
GREENVILLE, SC (WSPA) — Organizations that help victims of domestic violence and sexual assault are taking yet another hit in their wallets. Leaders of an upstate nonprofit said they were concerned about the future. “There are so many things we could do. There are so many people we could help, but we are so constrained …
Registration Open for Yellowstone Conference Co-hosted by UW Libraries, MSU Library | News
February 18, 2022 Dayton Duncan Registrations are now open for the 2022 »Yellowstone Collecting Conversationswhich will be co-hosted by the University of Wyoming Libraries and the Montana State University (MSU) Library. “Yellowstone Collecting Conversations” will take place Sunday through Wednesday, June 5-8, at MSU in Bozeman, Mt. The conference coincides with the 150th anniversary of …
The Best Museums to Celebrate Black History in Atlanta
From Valentine’s Day to the Super Bowl, February is packed with exciting holidays and pop culture events, but perhaps the most significant aspect of the second month of the year is its designation as Black History Month. . So, in honor of the month-long vacation, we’ve put together a guide to 9 places where you …
More than 200 healthcare organizations ask HHS to keep direct contracts
Photo: Willie B. Thomas/Getty Images More than 200 health care organizations have called on Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra to keep the global, professional direct contract model as some Democrats rise up against the Trump-era Medicare program. The 222 organizations sent a letter to Becerra, saying “fix, not terminate” the Centers for Medicare …
Agilent Acquires Artificial Intelligence Technology to Improve Lab Productivity
SANTA CLARA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) today announced the acquisition of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology developed by Virtual Control, an AI and machine learning software developer that creates innovative analytical solutions for laboratory testing. Agilent will integrate the software, known as ACIES, into its industry-leading gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GS/MS) platforms to …
State public libraries need more financial support
A northern New Mexico library director recently managed a $580,000 capital project in addition to her usual duties of collection development, grant writing, managing volunteers and assistants, managing children’s programs, budgeting, facilities management and working with clients. She earns the princely sum of $12.50 an hour after 10 years of work. A library manager in …
Launch of the ICOM Online Library – International Council of Museums
We are proud to announce the launch of ICOM’s online library, which contains nearly 45,000 references of notices, publications, activity reports and photographs. For the occasion, we interviewed Agnès Roché, documentalist-archivist of ICOM, to tell us more about the history of this documentary fund and its functioning in the service of ICOM members. Agnès Roché, …
Veterans Corner: Service Agencies Release Budget Recommendations | News
TITUSVILLE – Leading Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) – Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) – have released the independent budget recommendations for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. This report serves as a roadmap to ensure that VA is fully …
NYC museums and libraries are now giving out free home COVID tests
You will know that you can buy more from the local museums than just a book from the gift shop. Starting this week, the New York City Test and Trace Corps, a group of doctors, public health professionals and community advocates working to reverse the outbreak of COVID-19 across the city, will distribute kits free …
Lancashire cabinet eyes new vision for libraries and museums
Pictured: General view of Accrington Library. Credit: Anthony Pooler Submitted by Mike Warren New plans are to be discussed by councilors to ensure Lancashire’s libraries and museums retain their central role in the county’s cultural life. The Library and Museum Strategies 2022-25 will set out a vision for how these vital services will evolve over …
Open Music Lab in Mullins Library
LeeAnna Ta Thao A music lab is now open to all campus users, thanks to a partnership between the University Libraries and the Music Department. Located in the Hodges Reading Room on the lobby level of the Mullins Library, the lab is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through …
An $80 million investment that will see 29 organizations deliver 3 million training opportunities to help young people build coding and digital skills
OTTAWA – TECHNOLOGY – “To ensure our economic success for years to come, we must support young Canadians in the digital world,” said François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry. “By investing in resources that teach students things like coding and data analysis, we’re helping them build the skills they need to succeed in …
Public libraries provide a place and space for democracy
Taking something for granted is a mistake we all make – a relationship, our health. Until the pandemic, toilet paper. Another thing some people fail to appreciate is the role of public libraries in the health of our democracy. Civic health includes not only political engagement, but participation in all kinds of activities that improve …
Rural libraries need financial support | My opinion
A northern New Mexico library director recently managed a $580,000 capital project in addition to her usual duties of collection development, grant writing, managing volunteers and assistants, managing children’s programs, budgeting, facilities management and working with clients. She earns the princely sum of $12.50 an hour after 10 years of work. A library director in …
NEWS ROOM: RNB Advertising Transformation Lab 2022
The GNI Advertising Transformation Lab 2022 builds on the GNI Advertising Transformation Lab 2021, where participating publishers averaged a 25% increase in programmatic revenue, a 10% increase in traffic, and a 30% improvement in PageSpeed scores. By BlackPressUSA The Google News Initiative, in partnership with the Association of Alternative Newsmedia (AAN), the National Association of …
The Best Museums to Visit in Paris (Which Are Worth Admission)
Parisian museums often miss out on attractions like the Eiffel Tower, but these exhibits are worth seeing for those visiting the city of love. Paris is the capital of France and one of most important and most visited cities in the world. Paris is known for its very famous “Eiffel Tower” and is home to …
School organizations: EO #1, whistleblower line, harms education | Columnists
Throughout the past year, Virginia students, teachers, and principals have been caught in the middle of a politically motivated culture war that has eroded trust in our schools and exacerbated the growing teacher shortage. 1 The whistleblower line that Governor Youngkin established for parents and citizens to report teachers, principals, or educational materials directly to …
Global Laboratory Inventory Management Software Market Outlook, Growth, Industry Trends 2022-2030 – Instant Interview
Laboratory Inventory Management Software Market Overview | 2022 – 2030 Understand the influence of Laboratory Inventory Management Software Market Detailed analysis is provided for each segment, including an overview of their respective revenue and market share over the forecast period.Free sample request The Laboratory Inventory Management Software market report evaluates significant features of the market …
KCLS Unveils New Outdoor Library Lockers at 4 King County Libraries
New electronic lockers are now available outside several King County libraries, allowing patrons to pick up library reservations after hours. King County Library System (KCLS) Executive Director Lisa Rosenblum, Tukwila Mayor Allan Ekberg and Washington State Librarian Sara Jones met at the Tukwila Library on February 11 for a ceremony inauguration of the library’s new …
‘A quiet, unassuming genius’: David Karpeles leaves behind museums and a legacy – Reuters
DULUTH — David Karpeles, founder of the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum at 902 E. First St., died Jan. 19 in Santa Barbara, Calif. He was 85 years old. Two of his children, Mark Karpeles and Cheryl Alleman, will serve respectively as president and CEO and vice president and CEO of the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museums …
Savills Sells Desk for Lab Space Conversion | North West Real Estate News
Cheadle Royal Business Park. Image credit: Geoff Royle The multi-million pound sale of an office in a Greater Manchester business park, which will be converted into laboratory space, has been completed. Savills, on behalf of a private client, has completed the sale of Unit D at Cheadle Royal Business Park to SEDA Pharmaceutical Development Services …
Community organizations step in to help parents struggling to afford formula – NBC Connecticut
A pandemic, supply shortages, inflation: times are tough, money has been tight, and new parents are feeling the pinch. “Mothers and new fathers are in crisis right now,” said Pastor Brenda Adkins of His Divine Will Fellowship. A crisis, Adkins says, is impacting families in Connecticut. “It’s formula milk prices that are very, very expensive,” …
Peterborough council says libraries and museums may not have to close, but budget must be balanced with alternative savings
Members of Peterborough City Council met (February 9) for a joint review committee session to hear proposals for savings to balance the 2022/23 budget. Phase two of the Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) 2022/23 has seen sweeping temporary cuts to public services since it was first announced in mid-December. Last night’s meeting detailed what those …
Rocket Lab Advances Launch of Earth Imaging Company Synspective
LONG BEACH, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab” or “the Company”), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today announced the launch window of a Electron mission dedicated to Japanese imaging of the Earth Synspective company. The 14-day launch window opens February 28 UTC and will lift off from Rocket …
Organizations have funding opportunities through ASMSU grants
Michigan State University Associated Students, or ASMSU, Student Allocation Board, or SAB, held a Zoom informational meeting on Jan. 31 to raise awareness of their role at MSU and the funding opportunities that they present to Registered Student Organizations, or RSOs. . The council, made up entirely of MSU undergraduate students, is responsible for deciding …
Visit these house museums during Black History Month
Alex Haley’s final resting place is outside the house he grew up in, it was built by his … [+] grandfather in 1919. Getty There’s nothing quite like stepping into the home of one of your heroes: it’s an intimate and personal way to see how they lived when they were away from the spotlight. …
USF Libraries Create History, Not Just Preserve It
From solving century-old mysteries to changing what we know about Florida’s iconic bird, several resources from USF Libraries have helped create actionable results. FIND THE FORGOTTEN Drew Smith, associate librarian for USF Libraries, has played a significant role in helping close some of the families affected by the disappearance of Centennial Zion Cemetery – Tampa’s …
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Here’s your chance to color the collections of the Smithsonian Libraries and Archives | Smithsonian Voices
Calling all coloring enthusiasts! #ColorOurCollections is back for 2022 and we’ve got ten new coloring pages just for you. Whether you want to bring full color glory to old black and white photos or doodle in vintage fashion plates, you’ll find a little something for everyone in our new bundle. Download it now! While Color …
Germany to return Hawaii’s ancestral remains to museums
BERLIN (AP) — The body that oversees Berlin’s museums will hand over ancestral Hawaiian remains collected by a German naturalist in the 19th century to authorities in Hawaii. The Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation said Monday that the remains of 32 people, known as “iwi kupuna,” will be handed over Friday to a representative of the …
Obituaries | Christopher Warman Bradbury, 1944-2022
Artist and former custodian of art and exhibitions at Winchester’s Guildhall Gallery and Westgate Museum Armory, Christopher Wardman Bradbury, died on January 12. A talented artist and illustrator, Christopher has had two distinct careers. After studying illustration at Manchester Art College, a postgraduate year at Hornsey College of Art quickly led to a successful freelance …
The Spring 2022 Engagement Fair: A Fresh Start for Organizations Across Campus
The Spring 2022 Attendance Fair scene on campus this February 3 was what anyone who has been on campus in the past would expect. There were a number of tables representing a wide range of interests and activities, and students scoured the aisles looking for an opportunity that caught their eye. For an event that …
Lorain County Public Health offers grants to community organizations and nonprofits – Morning Journal
Lorain County Public Health is again seeking applicants for its Healthy Places grants. The health department aims to fund projects that will build healthier communities and have a lasting impact on health, according to a news release. Lorain County Public Health will award a total of $100,000, according to the release. Any nonprofit, government, or …
Must-See Museums in Every State – 24/7 Wall St.
Special report February 5, 2022 10:00 a.m. There are over 35,000 museums in the United States. Although many of them feature art, there are many other types as well. Some celebrate humanity’s achievements, while others focus on certain regions or parts of our history (including humanity’s darkest times involving slavery and genocide). Some look to …
Museums, library welcoming visitors | The daily press
Content of the article Museums in the region are reopening. Content of the article The North Bay museum reopened on Wednesday, according to curator Naomi Hehn, and Science North’s traveling exhibit — the science of Guinness World Records — has been extended through Feb. 25. The museum is open Wednesday to Friday from 12 p.m. …
Representative Beyer helps provide PPE to social safety net organizations | news/arlington
Two Arlington social safety net organizations benefit from personal protective equipment – PPE – which took a circuitous route to get there, but was welcomed with open arms when it did. A voter contacted U.S. Representative Don Beyer (D-8th) that Restart Partners, a West Coast-based charity involved in planning and purchasing PPE, learned that a …
Libraries Evolve to Meet Kolkata’s Reading Culture | Kolkata News
Kolkata: The first week of February usually sees two major knowledge festivals: Saraswati Puja and Kolkata Book Fair. But has been relegated to a shady corner in the learning space is the library. Librarians, custodians of books and knowledge, highlighted the changing role of libraries and Kolkata’s rich reading tradition.The most famous of them in …
Global Lab-on-a-Chip Market Overview to 2027
Dublin, 03 Feb. 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Global Lab-on-a-Chip Market 2021-2027” report has been added to from ResearchAndMarkets.com offer. The global lab-on-a-chip market is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR of 9.3% during the forecast period. The market is expected to show impressive growth over the forecast period with some key trends emerging, …
Over 45 Discounted Tickets to San Diego County Museums During Museum Month
When you think of museums, what comes to mind? Perhaps a beautiful building that contains wonderful works of art, or another that houses artifacts. Webster’s Dictionary defines them as institutions devoted to the purchase, care, study, and display of items of enduring interest or value, and we’re lucky San Diego County is rich in museums. …
Tasmanian Libraries choose Preservica to protect public access to archival collections
Preservica’s digital preservation framework will manage digital collections over 150TB to ensure long-term storage of digital archives BOSTON, MA and OXFORD, UK /ACCESSWIRE/February 2, 2022/ Preservica, a world leader in active digital preservation software, has partnered with Libraries Tasmania under a multi-year contract to accept, preserve and store government and non-government digital records as archives. …
Omaha Organizations Receive Top Nebraska Tourism Grants
OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) – More than half a million dollars in grants will be distributed to a variety of entertainment and recreation organizations across the state of Nebraska, Nebraska Tourism announced Tuesday. The biggest slice of the cake will go to the Omaha Equestrian Foundation for the promotion of the 2023 FEI Jumping and Dressage …
St. Louis museums reopen after COVID spike
You can again take a trip to the St. Louis Art Museum and the Missouri History Museum. ST. LOUIS — The gates to two of St. Louis’ most popular attractions reopen on Tuesday. You can again take a trip to the St. Louis Art Museum and the Missouri History Museum. The Administration of Art and …
ALA and ATALM applaud FCC for extending e-tariff to tribal libraries
Summary of weekly news February 1, 2022 – In addition to this week’s NewsBreaks article and the monthly NewsLink Spotlight, Information Today, Inc. (ITI) offers weekly news digests that feature recent product news and company announcements. …