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Is the unexamined plate worth eating? New Buffalo AKG exhibit wants you to think about your food

At Buffalo AKG’s new “Dine In” exhibit, food—whether a towering Eggo waffle or a chicken wing in mid-bite—demands closer attention. Each work urges visitors to consider the everyday act of eating as more than just a habit, posing the question: “Is the unexamined plate worth eating?”

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 Is the unexamined plate worth eating? New Buffalo AKG exhibit wants you to think about your food
Luxury, lineage and local flavor define Tipperary’s global moment

Tucked away in Ireland’s Golden Vale, Tipperary has quietly blossomed into a destination worth global attention. Named by Lonely Planet this year, it embodies luxury, lineage, and local charm that’s drawing new admirers to the region.

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 Luxury, lineage and local flavor define Tipperary’s global moment
Carrie Underwood, Creed and Shinedown to headline 2026 Field of Dreams music festival

Carrie Underwood, Creed, and Shinedown are slated to headline the 2026 Field of Dreams music festival in Iowa. Building on the inaugural event’s $11.2 million economic boost, organizers are aiming for another successful year.

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 Carrie Underwood, Creed and Shinedown to headline 2026 Field of Dreams music festival
Experience memories of plantation-born painter in new African American Museum exhibition

Clementine Hunter’s colorful paintings, shaped by her plantation background, are the centerpiece of “Sunday Call to Church” at the African American Museum Dallas. Showcasing 22 works, this new exhibition honors a self-taught artist whose vivid scenes capture facets of African American life.

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Slightly West of Spokane Artists Studio Tour highlights makers from Cheney, Medical Lake – Sun, 23 Nov 2025 PST

On November 29, visitors to Cheney and Medical Lake will spot bright yellow signs emblazoned with a flying goose. These markers lead to seven local venues where 14 artists have come together to showcase the creative heartbeat of the West Plains region.

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 Slightly West of Spokane Artists Studio Tour highlights makers from Cheney, Medical Lake – Sun, 23 Nov 2025 PST
Bulls, Bands, and Barrels Unveils First Half of 2026 With Its Biggest Lineup Yet! Jon Pardi, Ella Langley, BigXthaPlug, Gavin Adcock, Hudson Westbrook, Sam Barber, Dylan Gossett, & More

Bulls, Bands, and Barrels is back for the first half of 2026 with its most impressive roster of performers to date. Jon Pardi, Ella Langley, BigXthaPlug, Gavin Adcock, Hudson Westbrook, Sam Barber, Dylan Gossett, and more will take the stage, blending high-energy rodeo thrills and live music.

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SLU student exhibition set to open

Southeastern Louisiana University’s Contemporary Art Gallery kicks off its fall Senior Exhibition 2025, showcasing the creativity and achievements of graduating students. This annual event brings together the university community and art enthusiasts to celebrate emerging talent.

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 SLU student exhibition set to open
Gullah Geechee Georgia Museum holds grant opening

A historic Brunswick church now serves as the Gullah Geechee Georgia Museum, a testament to the region’s vibrant cultural heritage. Located at 5142 U.S. 17, the museum houses artifacts and memorabilia that chronicle a long legacy of resilience and tradition.

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 Gullah Geechee Georgia Museum holds grant opening
ARKANSAS SIGHTSEEING: ‘Henry and Nolan’ exhibit at Esse Purse Museum offers two varied female photographers’ visions

Esse Purse Museum in Little Rock unveils “Henry and Nolan,” a new exhibit that showcases the work of two female photographers. This display continues the museum’s dedication to highlighting the various elements that define the American woman’s experience.

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Live Review: Finlay Park reopening, Jam Room Music Festival gave Columbia reason to be proud

The newly reopened Finlay Park set the stage for the Jam Room Music Festival, bringing a fresh sense of excitement to Columbia. In an event many described as feeling “like some other bigger city, not Columbia,” locals rallied around fresh music and renewed civic pride.

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 Live Review: Finlay Park reopening, Jam Room Music Festival gave Columbia reason to be proud
City of Twin Falls seeks applications for Public Arts Commission vacancy

A new vacancy on the Twin Falls Public Arts Commission offers art enthusiasts and community advocates a chance to influence the city’s culture. Members of this commission directly shape Twin Falls’ visual and cultural environment through public art initiatives.

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 City of Twin Falls seeks applications for Public Arts Commission vacancy
Batesville’s Art on Main effort returns

Downtown Batesville has become a canvas for student-created art, thanks to the Batesville Community Education Foundation’s 2025/2026 Art on Main program. The first mural, installed on the Simons Company building, reflects the city’s renewed commitment to public art.

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 Batesville’s Art on Main effort returns
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This all-local art showcase brings together 22 creators on the plaza, offering their work every day. Visitors can enjoy complimentary gift wrapping while discovering unique, community-driven pieces.

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Portia City Hall returning to historic school building

Portia is embracing its educational heritage by moving City Hall into a storied school building. This shift underscores the town’s dedication to preserving local history and repurposing a beloved institution for modern use.

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 Portia City Hall returning to historic school building
Walla Walla Valley weekend picks: Pigs on the Wing, Quartetto Gelato and Wicked sing-along

This weekend, Gesa Power House Theatre invites music lovers to experience three unique acts: Pigs on the Wing, Quartetto Gelato, and a Wicked sing-along. Each performance delivers its own flair, offering something for everyone in Walla Walla Valley.

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 Walla Walla Valley weekend picks: Pigs on the Wing, Quartetto Gelato and Wicked sing-along
Snoopy, Red Baron exhibit lands at Aerospace Museum

The “Snoopy and the Red Baron” exhibition celebrates Charles M. Schulz’s beloved comic creation in a traveling showcase now housed at the Aerospace Museum of California. Fans can explore Snoopy’s daring Red Baron persona through December 31, immersing themselves in a timeless Peanuts adventure.

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 Snoopy, Red Baron exhibit lands at Aerospace Museum
Marching Pirates stack awards at band classic

The Perquimans County Marching Pirates earned the People’s Choice Award at the 11th annual Panther Band Classic on October 18 with a dazzling western-themed field show. The group’s lively performance showcased the dedication of these local musicians, thrilling both judges and onlookers. Their success underscores the vitality of community band events and the creativity inherent in high school marching programs.

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Artist Dyani White Hawk finds affinity between Native, Western abstraction

A new exhibit at the Walker Art Center by award-winning Lakota artist Dyani White Hawk centers on the intersection of Native American and Western abstraction. Through multiple media and a repeated artistic language, her work invites viewers to reconsider the borders of cultural expression.

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 Artist Dyani White Hawk finds affinity between Native, Western abstraction
New covered bridge over Big Elk Creek replaces Ida-ruined span

A covered bridge originally built in 1880 and lost to Ida in 2021 has been painstakingly rebuilt over Big Elk Creek. This near-replica now reconnects Elk and New London townships, celebrating historical preservation and practical renewal.

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 New covered bridge over Big Elk Creek replaces Ida-ruined span
Morey Chapel hosts October sing

Morey Chapel is inviting the community to an inspiring October sing, featuring The Diggles Family from Lexington, Kentucky. After nearly two decades of full-time ministry, this traveling gospel group is set to bring a unique blend of instruments and global musical influences to Vermilion County.

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 Morey Chapel hosts October sing
Dutchtown Marching Festival brining music to Geismar

An exciting weekend of music awaits Geismar, as more than 20 high school marching bands converge at Griffin Stadium for the annual Dutchtown Marching Festival. From 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., local talent will light up the field, celebrating a vibrant tradition of performance and community pride.

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 Dutchtown Marching Festival brining music to Geismar
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