
The first annual Chicago-based Clink Wine & Spirits festival dedicated to women and BIPOC entrepreneurs is scheduled for September 18
Advertising CHICAGO, IL (August 11, 2022) – CLINK Festival Founders Chrishon Lampley, Owner of Love Cork Screw Wines and Joyce Dawkins, Founder of She ROCKS It Magazine are pleased to announce the launch of the first CLINK Wine & Spirits Festival, the premier Chicago-based wine and spirits festival dedicated to showcasing women, Black, Indigenous and …

Light up the night at an enchanting Calgary Lantern Festival next month
“Ooh”, “ahhh”, eat, drink and shop! In September, Calgary’s Chinatown will once again host its magnificent Lantern Festival and it will be bigger, better and more beautiful than ever! Held on the eve of China’s annual Mid-Autumn celebration, this event will see food trucks, vendors and performers, along with traditional displays and music. The best …

The Basic Loan Terms Everyone Should Know Before Borrowing Money
Photo: hello (Shutterstock) If you want to buy a house or pursue higher education, you will probably need a loan. Jhowever, there are many different types of loans, and they can be confusing. here are the big guys who you should know (and you should read this economic glossarytoo). The basics of a loan A …

Edinburgh Festival Fringe Theater Reviews: Look, No Hands | Man shed | Rocky! | Cemetery
Register to our Arts and Culture newsletter Summerhall (location 26), until August 28 (not 15, 22) Register to our Arts and Culture newsletter A woman named Vee cycles through London, exasperated and all too familiar with the streets of the big city. Suddenly, a white van pulls out — she and the driver only see …

Inaugural Fiestas Patronales draw 15,000 people to Holyoke to celebrate Puerto Rican culture
Published: 08/09/2022 14:51:04 HOLYOKE — Thousands of people flocked to Paper City this weekend for a festival full of music, food and Puerto Rican culture. Last weekend marked the first annual Fiestas Patronales de Holyoke – a traditional festival held in towns and cities across Puerto Rico and now, for the first time, Holyoke. Event …

Outside Lands 2022: line-up, schedules, tickets, map and headliners
Outside Lands is back for 2022 and it’s been a hit so far. The festival takes place in San Francisco in the United States. Register to our NationalWorld Today newsletter Three days of music and fun started Friday (August 5) and continues today (August 7). The festival has an estimated capacity of 200,000 people. If …
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Week in Review: President Nelson to Rededicate Washington D.C. Temple – Church News and Events
Throughout the week of July 31 through August 6, the Church announced that President Russell M. Nelson would rededicate the Washington DC Temple on August 14. The new Relief Society general presidency with President Camille N. Johnson, Sister J. Anette Dennis and Sister Kristin M. Yeeas well as the new Primary presidency with President Susan …

Synchrony offers four installment payment plans through the Clover app
Synchrony announced that merchants will now be able to offer a short-term, interest-free installment option, Synchrony “SetPay in 4”, through the Clover POS and Fiserv, Inc.’s business management system. This Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) will further expand the reach of Synchrony’s payment and financing options and allow select merchants using Clover to accelerate their …

Suffolk’s ‘wonderful’ food festival will draw visitors across the UK
Published: 10:30 a.m. August 6, 2022 An annual celebration of Suffolk’s “wonderful” food and farming heritage is set to return in September – with the aim of supporting more future producers. The Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival – taking place at Snape Maltings on September 24 and 25 – is now in its 17th year …

Chinatown festivals, Artwalks, House of the Dragons and more: what to do this weekend
Chinatown is the place to be this weekend between First Fridays on Chung King Road and the Steep Summer Market this Saturday. Fill up on local food, art and music on both evenings. Not to mention the Jerk Music and Food Festival this Saturday and Sunday, and Taste of Ecuador on Sunday afternoon, to scratch …

Parenting During a Major Career Change: Mompreneur Winnie Elizabeth Caldwell Shares Her Story
Photo by Lawrence Miner When we as women say we wear many hats, we are telling you that the crowns that rest on our heads are gold and dripping with excellence! We can do it all! That’s what was on full display as a mompreneur, Winnie Elizabeth Caldwell succeeded in preparing his presentation to the …

August 7, 2022 – ELCA Grand Canyon Synod
Intercession asks: For those who care for, harvest and share seasonal products… For Communities in Eastern Kentucky Affected by Flooding… For communities across the western United States facing expanding wildfires… For Collective Engagement in the ELCA Truth Seeking and Revealing Initiative For those who suffer from insomnia… For students, teachers and school staff preparing for …
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Is a home equity loan the best way to finance major home repairs?
You can pay for a serious home makeover like a new roof or a remodel like a kitchen remodeled in different ways. Among them, a home mortgage allows you to access the equity in your home and generally gives lower fees than other loans. There are many advantages to using equity in your private home, …

“Delectable and Ripe”: Readers’ Favorite U-Pick Farms | Food and drink
Winning Tip: Tray heaven, near Edinburgh On a bike tour in Scotland last year, the seductive aroma of fragrant fields filled with strawberries, drifting down a hill, made me stop pedaling and follow my nose. It was an excellent decision. The well-signposted Craigie’s Farm in South Queensferry near Edinburgh beckoned me to a range of …

Elite international classical musicians will host a farewell concert
Pianist Orli Shaham joins forces with the Festival Orchestra conducted by conductor Jayce Ogren to perform Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor at the Crooker Auditorium on July 15, 2022 Photo by Niles Singer After two years out of the spotlight, the Bowdoin International Music Festival will cap off its successful summer on …
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Hiring Dollywood for the holiday season
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Dollywood has three hiring events scheduled throughout August to hire people for upcoming holiday festivals, including Harvest Festival and Smoky Mountain Christmas. The hiring events will take place Aug. 11, 18 and 25 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Sevierville Civic Center, a news release said. Full-time, part-time …

The day Bill Russell roasted me at McClymonds
Roast. He got me. The interaction made a perfect entrance into my og told me series, a photographic essay devoted to documenting the wisdom of older black men in my community. It wasn’t that he had said anything deep, necessarily. That was what he showed me: this simply comical interaction from a person with so …

Celebrating the Black Jesus – a photo report | Colombia
Jhe Messiah was born in February. Quinamayó’s ancestors, black people abducted from Africa, were not allowed to celebrate Christmas in December. It was an exclusive month for owners of haciendas. This is why the Quinamayó ancestors decided to celebrate their own festivities 45 days after the date dictated by the Catholic Church, at the same …

Weddings | Mount Airy News
July 31, 2022 When recording deeds, the state of North Carolina does not require that the amount paid for a package be shown on the deed. However, a revenue stamp at the rate of $2 per $1,000 of value is affixed to each deed. Recent property transfers recorded at the Surry County Deeds Registry Office …

Maha back in pre-pandemic fashion with 2 days of music and activities in Omaha | Local News
For the first time since 2019, Maha was back this year as a two-day festival packed with musicians, local and not, representing a range of genres. After COVID-19 pandemic protocols led to a scaled-down event with fewer people last year, its return to Stinson Park on Friday and Saturday with more music, food, drink and …

Second Annual “ReelAbilities Denver” Film Festival Raises Awareness for People with Disabilities Through Film
Festival comes to Denver and Boulder August 24-31, 2022 More than 20 films highlighting and celebrating people with disabilities will be available in person or virtually through the ReelAbilities Denver Film Festival. The JCC Mizel Art and Culture Center organizes the second edition Colorado-based ReelAbilities Film Festival Denver in person in Denver and Boulder August …

Glimmerglass double bill features themes of religious zeal, spiritual service
COOPERSTOWN — Religious zeal and spiritual service are the intertwined themes of new operas in the double bill which opened Friday night at the Glimmerglass Festival. First came “Taking Up Serpents,” a charged and bitter tale of Pentecostal fury and family strife, written by composer Kamal Shakaram and librettist Jerre Dye. It was followed by …

2 Minnesota men sent to federal prison for illegal gun purchases
Minneapolis, MN (KROC-AM News) – Two Minnesota men have been sent to federal prison for their part in a “straw buyer” scheme to provide firearms to people who are prohibited from owning or possessing firearms. The Minnesota U.S. Attorney’s Office said Geryiell Walker, 23, and Jeffrey Jackson, 32, worked with Sarah Elwood, 34, to illegally …

Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department Fire Festival Begins Today
By Kaitlyn Geiger July 29, 2022 1:32 p.m. SULFUR SPRINGS—With the end of July comes the annual Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department Fire Festival. The festival, after its conception in 1985, has been a community favorite ever since with its great food and sense of camaraderie. A few items on this year’s menu are slow-roasted …

Milan Music Fest August 2-6
MILAN — Mark Gaynier has made two big changes to his Milan music festival in honor of its 25th anniversary. First, he changed the name. The Milan Music Fest replaced the Milan Bluegrass Festival. “I’ve wanted to change it for a while,” Gaynier said. “I waited for the 25th anniversary. I used to have a …

Michael Sheldrick on the legitimate need for everyday advocacy
In our new “5 Questions With” series, we meet with leaders from across the Global Citizen movement to learn more about them, their departments, and what drives them to come to work every day. This is an interview with Michael Sheldrick, Global Citizen’s Head of Policy, Impact and Government Affairs. Michael has been with the …
Personal loan Vs. Line of credit: how to choose
Personal loans and lines of credit are two ways to raise funds for just about any purpose. A personal loan pays you the full amount up front and can be beneficial when you know how much you need. If you plan to use cash as needed and are unsure of the total amount, a line …
Inventories, uneven demand and high prices could cap China’s crude oil imports in H2
Strong points Destocking can last until September The evolution of demand remains uncertain in the absence of a strong stimulus Volatile Crude Threatens Private Refinery Quota Utilization China’s crude oil imports in the second half will come under pressure from bloated domestic inventories, an uncertain demand recovery and fluctuations in global prices, factors that could …

Rutgers dorms burglarized during the day in Piscataway, NJ
PISCATAWAY — Several unlocked rooms in one of Rutgers University’s newest residence halls were broken into Tuesday morning. Rutgers police say several rooms were broken into at the Livingston Apartments Building B on Joyce Kilmer Avenue in Piscataway on the New Brunswick campus Tuesday morning between 9 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. The rooms were vacant …

Marcus Mumford, Allison Russell, Las Cafeteras, Lucius and more
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass has revealed the initial lineup for its highly anticipated return to San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park. The free music festival is due to take place from September 30 to October 2 and is billed as “Back To The Park”. The initial lineup was first revealed via an exclusive streaming medley on …

Wuhan Covid lockdown: China closes district of 1m over 4 asymptomatic cases
Authorities in Wuhan’s Jiangxia district, home to more than 970,000 people, announced on Wednesday that its major urban areas would enforce three days of “temporary control measures”. Entertainment venues – including bars, cinemas and internet cafes – small clinics and farm produce markets have been closed; dining out and large gatherings, from shows to conferences, …

How well does your state protect payday loan borrowers?
How much a typical consumer pays to borrow small amounts of money — and whether that person is likely to be able to repay that loan within the specified time frame — differs significantly from state to state. This variation largely results from whether or not state regulations limit the costs of small loans and …

The Columbus Food and Wine Festival returns near Goodale Park
The people of Greater Columbus have never stopped loving food and wine, but the Columbus Food and Wine Festival has been put on hiatus during the pandemic. Fear not, foodies and wine connoisseurs: the popular festival is set to return near Goodale Park on Friday and Saturday. “We’re excited to bring it back,” said co-founder …

Whales crossing Plymouth shore draw crowds
Great white sharks attract the bulk of the press in Massachusetts this time of year as they migrate to coastal waters around Cape Cod in pursuit of tasty little seals, but the sharks are dwarfed by whales views swimming in and out of Manomet Point in Plymouth this month. Like sharks, whales – mostly humpback …
What to know about the local African festival
Cincinnati’s premier African cultural event returns to the region. The African Professionals Network (APNET) will host AfriFest Cincy: the taste of Africa July 30 from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Burnet Woods Park. Here’s everything you need to know about the annual event. What is AfriFest Cincy: Taste of Africa? AfriFest Cincy is a …

AP PHOTOS: Parishioners and pilgrims flock to Brooklyn festival
By Julia Nikhinson July 25, 2022 GMT https://apnews.com/article/religion-new-york-city-brooklyn-bb57223e43fb449872f1eff9271ecdbb NEW YORK (AP) — Revelers in the thousands recently returned to Havemeyer Street in New York’s Williamsburg neighborhood to celebrate the annual Giglio Feast after its first-ever cancellation in 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, then have reduced crowds in 2021. The party, first held in Williamsburg …

The History Beat: Star Spangled Washboard Band will perform in July 1972 | Local
MAURY THOMPSON Special for The Post-Star Of The Post Star in 1972 – 50 years ago: The Star Spangled Washboard Band was scheduled to headline the annual “Good Shepard Folk Festival” at Shepard Park in Lake George at 8 o’clock that evening, The Post Star announced July 21. “This good-time set is well known throughout …
Bicester Pride 2022 tickets on sale
Tickets have gone on sale for Bicester Pride 2022, with an event program packed with tribute, music and community acts This year’s Pride festival is the second Bicester Pride, following an inaugural weekend attended by hundreds of people last year. Bicester Pride 2022 will take place on August 12, 13 and 14 at The Nightingale …
Somerset County maple growers celebrate the harvest at a banquet
The Somerset County Maple Growers Association celebrated the end of the maple harvest at their annual meeting and banquet held at the Kingwood Church of God Fellowship Center in Upper Turkeyfoot Township on June 25 . Everett Sechler, president of the association, welcomed the group and said that after such a busy season, it was …
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Colombian Fest brings “the whole Colombian experience” to Humboldt Park this weekend
The Colombian Festival returns to Humboldt Park this weekend, transforming the southeast corner of the sprawling 200-acre park into a buffet of art, food, music and more. The festival, now in its eighth year, is billed as the largest Hispanic culture festival in the Midwest and coincides with Colombian Independence Day. The festival opened Friday …

Tampa’s Fringe Festival to run the theatrical gamut • St Pete Catalyst
Fringe theater, as evidenced by the more than 100 Fringe festivals taking place across America and around the world, is exactly what its name describes: theater on the periphery. On the fringe. It can mean anything from straight, scripted plays to slapstick to stand-up comedy and… well, something nondescript. Ally Thomas in “Karen & Cass”. …

No restrictions on Ganesh festival, other religious events: CM Eknath Shinde
There were also curbs on the height of the idols of Lord Ganesh installed by the sarvajanik (community) mandals and as well as the household level. Eknath Shinde. file picture Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced on Thursday that restrictions imposed on festivals during the coronavirus pandemic have …

Installment Loans at Greendayonline.Com | BOSS Magazine
Reading time: 5 minutes Major life events such as buying a home or financing an automobile are best financed with installment loans. Large purchases can be spread over a period of six months to 30 years with installment plans. Installment loans aren’t always the best option for big purchases like a house. As with any …

How to qualify for an RV loan
Buying a recreational vehicle, also known as an RV, is a big expense, which ranges from $35,000 to $1 million or more. Many people turn to RV loans to help finance such a large purchase. Available from online lenders, banks, credit unions, and even some RV dealerships, the RV loan application process is similar to …

Kid-Friendly Ideas Beyond Bucks County for Your Summer Bucket List
We’re halfway through summer and if you’re a parent of young children, you’ve probably spent the past few weeks finding all the possible ways to entertain your little ones. Whether your goal is to make fun memories – or just wear them down to sleep, so you can watch something other than “Bluey” – you’ve …

The Dallas Asian Film Festival is back with a bang
After a two-year hiatus, the Dallas Asian Film Festival is back. Beginning this Thursday, July 21 at the Texas Theater, the 21st edition of the festival offers a line-up of 16 Asian-made feature films, as well as 11 short films. Thomas Schubert will be executive director this year and Paul Theiss as the festival’s main …

Classical music has a hazy future in Lincoln Center summers
The day had been hot and humid. But a light breeze was blowing through Lincoln Center as the Mostly Mozart Festival Orchestra took the stage in Damrosch Park on Tuesday night. Pianist Conrad Tao played an elegantly unflappable Mozart concerto and a dreamy “Rhapsody in Blue.” Other than a sprinkling of small performances last summer, …
The Latin American Foto Festival sheds light on the link between memory and the present
Hector Guerrero, Volcanic earthMexico Mexico is home to more than 3,000 volcanoes, 14 of which are regularly active. Two of them, the 12,500-meter-high Colima Volcano and the 17,800-meter-high Popocatépetl Volcano, are located along the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt, a mountainous expanse in the south-central part of the country that spans over 600 miles. from the Pacific …

Piano Days takes place over 3 weeks in Greater Cleveland; program highlighting various musical genres
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Piano Days is coming to Cleveland. The festival is courtesy of the folks behind the quadrennial Cleveland International Piano Competition. “We really try to put on off-year events that support our mission to share music in all its forms, to make music accessible in the Cleveland area,” said Nicole Mieske Knab, who …
Nathan & The Zydeco Cha Chas return to Wetumpka on Saturday
Take a touch of blues, a dash of reggae and “mix it with all kinds of things”. What you get is a recipe for zydeco music, which Nathan & The Zydeco Cha Chas are preparing on Saturday at Wetumpka. “My zydeco is like okra,” frontman Nathan Williams said. “I have a bit of everything in …

The Bacon Memorial Presbyterian Church celebrates a century of faith and service in the LaSalle neighborhood of Niagara Falls
Bacon Memorial Presbyterian Church (Submitted Photo) Mon Jul 18, 2022 12:25 PM Opening of Church on 59th Street/LaSalle Neighborhood Commemorated with 100 Year Celebration Event Retrospective presented by Pastor Lisa Giacomazza “Serving Christ and the Community Since 1922” is the theme for the Bacon Memorial Presbyterian Church’s 100th Anniversary Celebration Event to be held on …

Normal man killed in Towanda crash | Accident and incident
A 72-year-old man died in an accident Saturday night in Towanda, according to McLean County Coroner Kathy Yoder. She identified the man as Timothy A. Jobe of Normal. He was pronounced dead at 9:26 p.m. at the intersection of U.S. Route 66 and North 1900 East Road. Jobe’s SUV drove through an intersection, left the …

Vkings descend on North Walsham Rugby Club
Published: 09:57 July 17, 2022 “The Vikings are coming!” During the Dark Ages, this cry made people shiver in fear as they fled from vicious Norse raiders. But in North Walsham at the weekend, it means a chance for people to connect with re-enactors who are dedicated to showing people what the Vikings really looked …

Column: Spotlight on Queer Pagan Creations
This month, when it seems like the world is falling faster and faster into a political fire, why not take a moment to stop scrolling fate and focus our attention on something positive? (Don’t worry, the unhappiness and sadness will still be here when we’re done.) One of the things that I absolutely to like …
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Thousands take part in Seoul LGBT festival, protesters gather
SEOUL, July 16 (Reuters) – Thousands of South Koreans took part in an LGBT festival in downtown Seoul on Saturday, as Christian and conservative groups staged a protest rally across the road. Dubbed Seoul Queer Culture Festival, around 13,000 people reportedly attended around 3 p.m. local time, Yonhap reported. Attendees, some wearing rainbow masks and …

Dairyville Community Club awards scholarships to Tehama County residents – Red Bluff Daily News
The Dairyville Community Club has awarded $22,800 in scholarships for the 2022-2023 school year to five deserving students pursuing higher education. Since 1998, the Dairyville Community Club has awarded $315,000 in scholarships through its generous donors and funds raised at its annual Orchard Festival, held the third weekend in October at Lassen View Elementary School …

Synchrony installment payments are coming to Clover POS from Fiserv
Synchrony (NYSE: SYF), a leading consumer finance company, today announced that merchants will now be able to offer a short-term, interest-free payment option, Synchrony SetPay pay in 4 , through Clover Point of Sale and Fiserv, Inc.’s system business management. This buy now, pay later (BNPL) offering will further expand the reach of Synchrony’s innovative …

PORSCHE PACK TO GO DOWN ON WINTON FOR THE STUTT’FEST FESTIVAL
By Caroline Publication date: July 15, 2022 REGISTRATION is open for Winton Motor Raceway’s all-new three-day festival celebrating all things Porsche; Stutt’Fest. The brainchild of Porsche drivers and enthusiasts Sven Burchartz and Steve Kepper, the event will be held at Circuit Victoria from August 26-28 with all possible models featuring the iconic Porsche badge permitted …

Thinking about fall festivals? Gulf Brew tickets are on sale now
Lafayette is gearing up for its annual all beer celebration. Gulf Brew is back for the 2022 season and early bird tickets are on sale now. The Acadiana Center for the Arts will host Gulf Brew on October 22 from 1 to 5 p.m. The event features over 200 beers from breweries across the country. …

Stovall Weems releases future plans amid legal battle with Celebration Church
JACKSONVILLE, Florida. –The pastor who founded one of Jacksonville’s largest churches and quit amid a bitter legal battle has announced his future ministry plans. Ministries Stovall Weems sent out its first newsletter to supporters on Wednesday. He also addressed the ongoing legal case between Celebration Church and its founders, Stovall and Kerri Weems. “2022 has …

John Hancock Investment Management launches loan asset fund
John Hancock Investment Management has launched a fund which allows accredited investors to invest in a wide variety of loan assets, the fund’s sponsors announced yesterday. The new fund, the John Hancock Asset-Based Lending Fund, expands the alternative products offered by John Hancock Investment Management. The fund is sub-advised by Marathon Asset Management, a global …

Buffalo Race in Karnataka you might want to attend
Karanataka offers a bunch of attractions for tourists. The state has beautiful landscapes, mouth-watering cuisine, serene beaches, and a rich cultural heritage. One of the most famous festivals in the state is the Kambala race, which is mainly celebrated on the Karnataka coast. This is a traditional buffalo race, a popular sport among the state’s …

Pie N Beer Day returns with 9,000 slices of pie – Gastronomic SLC
According to the folks at the Downtown Alliance, that’s the proverbial number of pies and slices set to fly off the shelves at this year’s Pie N Beer Day event. The popular Summertime bash which took a two-year hiatus, is back for 2022, and back in style, I might add. If you’re new to the …

Chamber Music Sedona turns 40
Chamber Music Sedona is celebrating its 40th year this 2022-23 season and with that, some amazing world-class musicians are coming to town. Their mission is to bring exceptional classical music to the people of Sedona, Verde Valley and Northern Arizona. Their plan is to help enrich their musical culture with some of the best musicians …

World Architecture Festival unveils 2022 shortlist
World Architecture Festival unveils 2022 shortlist The Rajasthan School by Sanjay Puri Architects, Ras, India. Photo © Dinesh Mehta To share To share Facebook Twitter Mail pinterest WhatsApp Or https://www.archdaily.com/985226/world-architecture-festival-reveals-the-2022-shortlist The World Architecture Festival (WAF) unveiled the 420 shortlist for this year’s festival, with entries from around the world including Portugal, Malaysia, Finland, Mexico, Turkey, …

What are the best crops for each season in Stardew Valley?
You can harvest crops and plants in Stardew Valley for food, crafts, gifts, festivals, quests, and many other purposes. There is usually a specific season in which each crop can be grown. You can plant crops in their designated seasons, and they will weaken and die as the seasons change after the 28th day of …

The organized plate (side)
The Sunshine Coast is about to turn into a foodie’s paradise this winter. After a two-year hiatus, the Curated Plate food festival is back, offering locals and visitors to the Sunshine Coast a slice of South East Queensland’s best dining experiences. Restaurants and local farms, as well as tourism and event operators, will open their …

2022 ESSENCE Culture Festival in New Orleans
What began as a “party with a purpose” in 1995 has since grown into a “Festival of Culture,” aimed at uplifting and celebrating the African-American community through ESSENCE magazine and its valued readership. Listed as a can’t-miss summer festival, EFC 2022 returned to its host city of New Orleans from June 30 to July 3, …

PM Modi writes to Islamic nations on Eid weeks after Nupur Sharma controversy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote to his counterparts in several countries in South, Southeast and West Asia, greeting them on the occasion of Eid al-Adha and personally contacted them weeks later the comments of two BJP leaders on the Prophet Mohammed, which sparked international outrage. Modi mentioned in his letters to leaders of Islamic nations …

10 Best Places to Go in the US and Canada in August
The journey awaits you travel experts share their favorite places in the US and Canada to beat the heat in August. Escape the scorching summer sun at one of these cool destinations. Peggy Cleveland on a Matanuska Glacier walk with Salmonberry Tours from Anchorage. Peggy Cleveland 1. Anchorage, Alaska “I love visiting Anchorage, Alaska in …

Getting to know Youngstown Wine & Jazz Festival opening act, Sharon North
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Alongside the Festival of the Arts, the Youngstown Wine and Jazz Festival is taking place downtown. Four80East is the featured act, but the opener for them will be Youngstown native Sharon North. North described what people will hear if they attend his jazz concert on Saturday night. “What I tend to …

Application open for MVP Early Childhood Entrepreneurship Fellowship
Those interested in opening a home child care center in Macon-Bibb County can now apply for a scholarship that will help them through the application process. It will also provide the training needed to work with children with special needs, those who have had traumatic experiences or who are bilingual and how to integrate bilingual …
Timothy Nuy discusses Finclusion’s mission to end debt traps by providing sustainable installment loans to more Africans
Enjoy the interview with Timothy Nuy. BI Africa: It’s nice talking to you, Mr. Nuy. For the benefit of those who may not know you, please introduce yourself and what you do at Finclusion. Timothy Nuy: I started working in Africa with a German company called Africa Development Corporation. It is an investment banking group …

Cook County wants to loan $300 million to suburban towns
With Cook County property tax bills delayed until the end of the year, the county wants to offer up to $300 million in loans to suburban tax agencies that rely on those taxes and now have struggling to pay their bills. Schools, fire departments, libraries and municipalities rely on revenue from property taxes. But the …

26% of moviegoers plan to go into debt to attend shows this summer
As the world returns to normal, the concert scene is following suit. Concert crowds are expected to return to pre-pandemic average sizes this summer, according to a recent survey by LeadingTree, which polled 2,072 people in the United States about their summer concert plans. About 26% of Americans plan to attend a concert or music …
PA Arts Fest: Parking, Art, Music, Food and Drink Information
READ MORE Summer parties are back Here’s what you need to know for the first in-person Arts Fest and People’s Choice Festival in two years. The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts is one of Pennsylvania’s largest summer festivals, typically drawing around 125,000 people to Happy Valley. This summer marks the return of the long-running …

Tobias Kratzer leads the next generation of opera directors
But he didn’t want to start directing too soon. Thus, despite the experience of a few internships, he studied art history. He wrote a thesis on the unknown disciples of Arcimboldo and worked in a gallery, as well as at the Ernst Ludwig Kirchner archives in Switzerland. He did not return to opera until his …

Kentucky ‘Billy’ Goat Eats Chips and Welcomes Boaters on the Lake
One of Kentucky’s most beautiful lakes is Lake Cumberland. The lake is crystal clear and absolutely beautiful. The huge lake is bordered by amazing rocky cliffs, forests and different varieties of wildlife. While on a boat, enjoying the lake and looking out into the water and shore, you can expect to see fish, birds, raccoons, …

Crash Test Dummies will play the Pleasantville Music Festival on Saturday
PLEASANTVILLE, NY – With sadness, Pleasantville Music Festival officials announce that due to a serious health issue within the band, 10,000 Maniacs have canceled the remainder of their summer tour and will not be able to perform at the Festival. This year. The good news is that the festival was able to quickly add a …
‘With every pivot, twist and turn’: Brisbane festival bounces back
“A festival should be current, adaptable and in a position where it can respond to what is happening and what people are saying,” she said. “I think we have consistently done this with every pivot and twist and turn that the pandemic has thrown at us. “There’s nothing else in the world like the magic …

Video, Audio, Photos, and Quick Transcript: Governor Hochul Delivers Remarks at the General Service Office’s Annual 4th of July Celebration and Naturalization Ceremony
Earlier in the day, Governor Kathy Hochul delivered remarks at the annual Fourth of July celebration and General Service Office Naturalization Ceremony. VIDEO of the event is available on YouTube here and in TV quality format (h.264, mp4) here. SOUND of the event is available here. PICTURES are available on the Governor’s Flickr page. A …

A Day of Peace, Love and Music – Orange County Register
By Jamie Johnson Laguna Woods Globe Special Laguna Woodstock returned to the Village last weekend, and hundreds of residents and their guests came to experience – or relive – the music and vibe of the 60s. A sea of tie-dye tops, peasant blouses, mini skirts, fringe vests, peace signs, headbands and flowers rolled onto the …

American music festival Classic City returns for 4th of July weekend | Arts & Culture
Crowds of all ages and American and bluegrass sound bands gathered at the Southern Brewing Company on Saturday for the annual Classic City American music festival held over the July 4 weekend. The annual festival made its return to Athens and featured several local bluegrass, Americana and roots bands playing throughout the day beginning at …

Huzzah for the 4th of July (or the second)
John Adams, our second president, was perhaps the most overtly religious of our earliest American politicians. Regarding the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, approved by the Continental Congress largely through his efforts, Adams had strong feelings, often expressed. It was actually on July 2, 1776 that the Continental Congress ended debate and approved the …

A GROWING CONCERN: Kick summer garden chores into high gear
SINCE I MOVED here, 27 years ago, I always heard: “It rains on the 4th of July… And the next day, summer begins! Well, it will most likely be, and then our good times will come. It is now the beginning of the beginning of summer. That’s right, there are still 76 days of summer …

Mother Lode filled with 4th of July celebrations | New
The Mother Lode will celebrate Independence Day with a myriad of events in Tuolumne and Calaveras counties. Columbia’s Glorious Fourth of July celebration will take place on Monday beginning with a flag raising ceremony and the firing of black powder muskets by the Columbia Foot Dragoons at 11 a.m. A noon parade will be led …

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Fireworks lighting up the skies of eastern Iowa
Along the Corridor and beyond, towns in eastern Iowa will be parading their patriotism this weekend, so if you love fireworks, here’s a guide to help you find the red, the white and boom from Saturday to Monday. One show still on hiatus is the Cedar Boat Club’s traditional July 3 fireworks show at Ellis …
Best Summer Music Festivals in North Carolina for 2022
READ MORE Go outside! Check out this roundup of the best outdoor concerts, movies, festivals, terraces and rooftop bars to enjoy around the Triangle this summer. Expand All Summer music festivals feed our love of music and our need to be outdoors to commune with others when the weather is nice (and by nice we …

Five romantic date ideas in Brisbane for this week, from budget to blast
Tired of the classic nightly movie and dinner combo? U.S. too. That’s why we’re always on the lookout for new things to do, scouring the city for non-boring activities in Brisbane – ones that are guaranteed to take your next date way beyond the beers made before. at pub. Whether you’re taking someone on a …

A massive burger and beer festival takes over The Trop this Saturday
An extravaganza of shopping, dining, music and more is coming to Le Trop this Saturday, July 2. Hosted by Saturday Morning Shoppe, the Burger, Beer and Crab Festival fills the parking lot at Tropicana Field from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. for an afternoon of fun and family celebrations. Some of the best …

The Story Behind Kendrick Lamar’s Crown of Thorns (Tiffany & Co.)
Perhaps one of the most widely recognized symbols in religious iconography (according to the New Testament, a crown of thorns was placed on Jesus’ head in the events leading up to his crucifixion), the crown is a metaphor for artistic prowess, humility and perseverance, according to the jeweler. For the rapper, it’s a sign of …

Historic New York State college changes name
A historic college in New York State is changing its name. Founded as a men’s college in 1948 and became coeducational in 1971, St. John Fisher College near Rochester has always been known as a “college” versus a “university”. St. John Fisher College will no longer be the official name of this institution effective July …

An inflation-defying celebration: Glastonbury fans have a blast at a party | Glastonbury 2022
JThose who love Glastonbury say that walking through the doors of the festival is like leaving the real world behind. And, for many, this year’s festival was a belated opportunity to forget about the cost of living crisis and shell out £10 bucket hats, £6 pints and £14 lobster rolls . As the first Glastonbury …
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If your student loan debt is forgiven, what happens to your credit score? Here’s what you need to know
With more than one in five families holding student loans — according to the most recent figures from the Federal Reserve — a proposal from President Joe Biden’s administration to write off some higher education debt could help finances of many people. And while removing debt from your balance sheet may be good for you …

oktoberfest plans for liberty wroxham
Published: 11:09 am 24 June 2022 German food and drink will be on offer as part of a new Oktoberfest event planned for the Norfolk Broads. Laszlo Zupan, manager of Liberty bar and restaurant next to Wroxham Bridge, said he had always wanted to attend the original Oktoberfest in Munich. He said the Wroxham Beerfest …

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Annual God and Country Music Festival to be held July 2 at Centennial Park – Canon City Daily Record
The fourth annual God and Country Music Festival will be held July 2, beginning at 11 a.m. at Centennial Park. The festival is sponsored and organized by Harvest Connections, a local non-profit organization that provides churches and community members with evangelistic resources, suicide prevention materials, and many other resources. Ray and Kaye Linebaugh have worked …

A look at the delicious food at the Taste of Asia food festival this weekend
Canada’s biggest Asian food festival is coming to Markham this weekend and you better bring your appetite. Taste of Asia, a massive free event taking place at Kennedy & Steeles from June 24-26, will welcome thousands of visitors for exciting live entertainment, culturally diverse activities and delicious cuisine. In fact, there will be over 100 …
The Belalie Arts Society celebrates the Winter Solstice Picnic as a tribute to South Australia’s Bundaleer Forest
For 20 years, a group of artists and art lovers have gathered in Bundaleer Forest, 220 kilometers north of Adelaide, to pay homage to the winter solstice. Key points: The Bundaleer Reserve is considered the birthplace of Australia’s logging industry, from 1875 The Belalie Arts Society held an annual festival in the forest from around …

A celebration of 75 years in preparation at Faith Lutheran Church
June 5 marked the 75th anniversary of Faith Lutheran Church in Glen Ellyn. Over 300 people filled the lawn for a joyful celebration that included delicious food, games, a bouncy house, a fun trip down memory lane and a glimpse into the future of this thriving congregation. The day began with worship services that spanned …

Glastonbury Festival 2022: full line-up, set times and weather forecast
The Glastonbury Festival makes its highly anticipated return this week after a three-year delay. Like many big events, the iconic music festival was canceled during the coronavirus pandemic outbreak. Now it’s back in full force to celebrate its 50th anniversary, with the doors to the Worthy Farm site opening tomorrow, Wednesday June 22. The Glastonbury …

With the solstice on Tuesday, summer officially arrives in the region – Daily Local
KENNETT SQUARE – Summer returns to the Northern Hemisphere on Tuesday. Nature is abuzz with beauty, birds are singing at dawn every day and thundering thunderstorms are also coming.Of course, for young people, and perhaps most importantly, school is out of session. Sure, there’s plenty to do this summer in southeastern Pennsylvania. “Soak up the …

Munsey Church Celebrates 150th Celebration | Living
For more than 150 years, Munsey Memorial United Methodist Church has been an active presence in Johnson City. The church has had three sanctuaries, all on East Market and South Roan Street, held countless Vacation Bible Schools, worship services, and served the community for decades. It is home to the longest active accredited kindergarten in …

I went inside the Amazon smart warehouse in Swindon where robots help deliver orders to your doorstep
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to see inside one of commerce giant Amazon’s smart warehouses? After opening last year, we took a look inside their fulfillment center in Swindon, where robots help deliver orders to your doorstep. At 550,000 square feet, the size of nearly seven football fields. Swindon Amazon uses …

Fort Langley Jazz and Arts Festival Nominated for Canadian Live Music Industry Awards – Aldergrove Star
Celebrating Canada’s exit from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fort Langley Jazz and Arts Festival will feature a 98 square foot outdoor mural in collaboration with Kwantlen First Nation. Members of the public will also be able to participate in the collaborative “paint by number” mural, which will be a centerpiece of the festival on July …
After 2 years of waiting, the Wallingford Jubilee begins with a massive parade
WALLINGFORD – Thousands of marchers and floats marched through the city center and beyond during the Wallingford 350+2 Jubilee Parade on Saturday afternoon. The floats featured grape walkers from the vineyards of Gouveia, ghouls from the Path of Terror, a tree created by the library to represent the growth of the city, and even a …

It’s strawberry season, but where are all the berries in western Washington?
A cold, wet spring delays the annual harvest. MARYSVILLE, Wash. — As organizers staged the first Marysville Strawberry Festival in three years on Friday, vendors found themselves pondering the unthinkable. “Well, hopefully there are enough strawberries for people to come around and eat them. That would be good,” said Joe Sahli, who operates Faultline Rocks …

More than 1,000 artists will perform at the national dance and music festival | Culture – Sports
The National Festival of Dance and Music creates a platform for artists working in the fields of song, dance and music. (Photo: VNA) Dak Lak (VNA) – More than 1,000 artists from 22 professional artistic troupes across the country will participate in the National Festival of Dance and Music 2022 is expected to take place …