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Osprey Observer
Published 5 hours agoLocal Swisher3x’s Walmart Dance Videos Turn Local Moments Into A 1.4 Million-follower Movement
Most people head to Walmart with a shopping list. Swisher3x walks in with a mission. The Tampa-based content creator, musician and dancer has become a viral sensation by transforming ordinary shopping trips into unforgettable moments of joy. Known for his energetic dance videos…
New Harmony Project announces 40th anniversary season, 8 new plays in development
The New Harmony Project (NHP) is unveiling its 40th anniversary season, which includes the third season of New Plays Indy. NHP, which has quickly become Indiana’s destination for the development […]
Applications for 2026 Power Plant Grants to open in August, expands eligibility to artists statewide
Big Car Collaborative is preparing to open applications for the next round of Power Plant Grants (PPG) — and this year, Hoosier artists outside of Indianapolis are eligible. The PPG […]
St Pete Catalyst
Published 8 hours agoWill The Florida Orchestra take on Mahaffey management?
“This is an exciting opportunity for The Florida Orchestra, but also for the community.”
I Love the Burg
Published 9 hours agoThe world’s largest collection of Banksy art is now on display in Tampa
The world’s largest authenticated collection of works by the artist Banksy is now on display in Tampa. The Art of Banksy opened today at Straz Center (1010 N Maccines Pl), […]
That's So Tampa
Published 9 hours agoFirst look: Inside the world’s largest collection of Banksy art, now on display in Tampa
The world’s largest authenticated collection of works by the artist Banksy is now on display in Tampa. The Art of Banksy opened today at Straz Center (1010 N Maccines Pl), […]
'Dirty Dancing: The Musical' launches North American tour at Stanley Theatre
UTICA — For Binghamton native Blake Zelesnikar, starring in the North American production of "Dirty Dancing: The Musical" as Johnny Castle — the dance instructor character played by Patrick Swayze in the original film — might just be the time…
WMNF 88.5
Published 20 hours agoSOTD 7/31/26: Rolling by Winston Brothers
The WMNF Song of the Day for July 31, 2026 is “Rolling” by The Winston Brothers. From the heart of Hamburg’s thriving underground scene straight to the world’s most discerning turntables, The Winston Brothers make their triumphant return to Colemine Records with “Rolling”, a…
St Pete Catalyst
Published 21 hours agoArts Alive! podcast: Palladium Theater director Paul Wilborn
And now, the end is near, and so I face the final curtain …. With apologies to Paul Anka, who wrote “My Way,” it’s not really a final curtain. Nothing so dramatic. In the case of Paul Wilborn, who’s been the executive director of St. Petersburg’s Palladium Theater since 2007,…
WMNF 88.5
Published July 30SOTD 7/30/26: ‘Khayyâm’ by UMUT ADAN & ZEBÂNIS
The WMNF Song of the Day for 7/30/26 is “Khayyam” by Umut Adan and Zebânis. “Khayyâm”, the closing track and sole English-language moment on Umut Adan & Zebânis’ album Baska Bahar, acts as a hypnotic, dreamlike bridge across borders and genres. Born from an international fusion…
Upcoming concerts at Skaneateles Festival
SKANEATELES — The second week of the Skaneateles Festival’s 47th season is underway and will continue through Aug. 22 in Skaneateles in Onondaga County. The season features concerts from jazz, to classical, to bluegrass, and includes thirteen main series concerts,…
Q&A: Mrs. Circle City Indy named Indiana State Finalist in National American Miss pageant
Cori Graham, the reigning Mrs. Circle City Indy, is preparing to compete for the state title. Presented by Circle City Productions, the Circle City Indy pageant is a “natural pageant” […]