Art & Culture

A person with long dark hair is standing outdoors in front of a tree, wearing a maroon top. The sun is setting in the background, creating a warm glow through the branches.

Forging a Path to Healing

Whether it’s transgenerational, individual, or collective, trauma has impacted all of us.  Trauma manifests itself…

Man in a suit adjusts his tie while standing in front of a white and gray brick wall. He looks to the side with a thoughtful expression.

Principled and Purposed

Author, self-described border-crossing scholar, and motivator Dr. Ty-Ron Douglas exemplifies the saying, “Anything is possible.”…

A modern crafts store interior with white walls and a tiled floor. Display tables and shelves showcase various handmade items, including jewelry, pottery, and decorations. A person stands behind the counter on the left.

Curating Creativity

There’s something about stillness that breeds creativity.  At least, that was the case for me…

A group of performers in black outfits with colorful skirts dance energetically on stage. One dancer is leaping into the air, while others clap and smile. The background is illuminated in a warm red hue.

We Are One

Dancer leaps in air in Columbia African percussion and dance club

Antiques collage, including furniture, cabinets, wardrobe, dresser, and clock

A Game of Chance and Experience

Sitting on a shelf on the second floor of a small shop on Ninth Street…

Kay Brothers band photo in cornfield

Immersive Connections

The Kay Brothers use live streams to connect with fans during the pandemic.

A collage of nine portraits featuring diverse individuals of varying ages, genders, and ethnicities, each posing against plain or dark backgrounds. The individuals display different expressions and are dressed in casual clothing.

Portraits with a Voice

With the rise of extremism and violence following the 2016 election, Valérie Berta decided enough…

A glass of coffee with intricate heart and tulip latte art on top, placed on a rustic wooden table.

Lattes Made with Love

Than Drage uses espresso and milk as a way to enjoy community through creativity and camaraderie.

Three women in vintage white wedding dresses stand close together, looking at the camera. The middle woman holds a red apple. The background is dimly lit with abstract white shapes hanging above them.

To Plant a Seed

A look into the inspiration behind the GreenHouse Theatre Project’s performances.

A round table displays plush toys and childrens books. The books feature titles about a tiger and a sloth. Small plush tigers and sloths are arranged around the books, with a pen and paper nearby.

Finding Your Roar

Author Aaron Fox releases a new children’s book.

Alex George

An Open Book

Alex George dishes on life as an author, bookshop owner, festival founder, and world traveler.

A person with long hair is sitting cross-legged, smiling, and juggling five colorful balls labeled Wisdom, Kindness, Peace, Resilience, and a heart. The background features artistic designs and contact information.

Stamp Out the Stigma

Look Around Boone uses art to engage youth in the conversation on mental health.

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