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New Author Adolphus Herndon brings fresh new take on cutting issues in his newly published book, Five Thin Slices of Truth. The book is a collection of short stories about spirituality, sexuality, identity issues, racism and patriotism.

Small Business Commerce Association Awards Aniden Interactive and Honors the Achievement

Shadows on the Mountain, C. Cooper Ard's newest title!

20th Annual DSA Song Contest will receive entries through Feb. 15. More than $5,000 in prizes goes to the winners of each of the 10 categories.

writeralley™ is like a craigslist for writers, musicians and artists. Everyone is welcome to upload their writings, songs, artwork, photos and videos to attract a publisher, agent or seal a record deal. It's completely free!

A Call-to-Action to Support Texas & the Arts for Our Youth. Please join us for a silent auction to benefit the Punch Family Foundation who provides music training to Dallas youth. The evening will feature three live sets by violinist, Richmond Punch.

Great old Blues classics re-recorded by a Ft. Worth Texas Blues Guitarist. Rick Kelley's vocal style and guitar work is great. He took the time to explore The 3 Kings and the songs. Great piece of work by a smoking Blues Man..Rick Kelley.

What we see and hear could leave a positive or negative impact on our body and mind. Imagine getting back home to the inviting sounds of wind chimes floating to the sway of the breeze- it will certainly rejuvenate your spirits.

Sharons Now has Life Size Balloon gifts.....Check us out !!

Three of the founding artists of Austin Art Space: Rebecca Bennett, Jan Knox and Valerie Walden will pack up their portfolios and move to Smith Roads Studios to participate as guest artists in the East Austin Studio Tour (E.A.S.T) November 14-22.

Indie Arsenal, the premier resource for independent creatives to collaborate, communicate, share expertise and showcase talent, has chosen Houston, Texas as the location for its newest chapter.

The new Paragon SC-1 kiln is designed for PMC and Art Clay Silver. These materials are a pliable clay that, when fired, become solid silver. They are used for making jewelry.

“Hey Dillon,” the fifth film directed by award winning director, Dean J. Augustin, was honored with a Platinum Reel Award at the 2009 Nevada Film Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The ever creative classical pianist Jade Simmons stars in Thin Line, her own horror movie-inspired trailer to promote her debut CD Revolutionary Rhythm. Bucking her usually glamorous image, Thin Line shows Jade as she's never been seen before.

Guests can see Something Old, Something New: Galveston’s Distinctive Architecture as depicted in Historic Postcards and Paintings from Rosenberg Library’s Collection as part of ArtWalk at The Tremont House on Saturday, Nov. 28 from 6 – 9 pm.

A story on Bonnaroo festival artist David Karave. His parody of the Homeland Security Department's color code threat alert system (a performance artwork of animatronic crash test dummies) has raised controversy.

Alison Jardine, a local Dallas fine artist, won six months of free gallery space in the Art of Elan art competition. Her new studio/gallery space will hold its Grand Opening Event on October 23rd.

Stepping out of the restaurant, Chef Timothy McLaughlin recently launched Clean Plate Catering, a Dallas catering company, offering unique, custom culinary creations.

Founded by two sisters rooted in music, Music Conservatory of Texas celebrates 10 years in Frisco and Flower Mound. Both to be honored at the Frisco Arts Festival as Frisco Art Starters and sponsors of the community stage featuring local talent.

When you are worried about your Parents or someone who lives by themselves, look into getting them the New Freedom Alet System. A No monthly Fee System that Provides Security and the ability to communicate at all times.

Flat 12 Gallery is currently housing two FAMOUS movie cars from the Movie "Fast and Furious 4" starring Vin Diesel. See the Infamous F-bomb camaro in military green and nose art and the Screaming Yello TJAARDA supercharged Mustang! Both Screen used..

This free one-day festival is designed for visitors and residents alike to experience everything that makes the Uptown community.

Electronic Planet Ensemble presents IN.CAR.NATION, a multi-media environment of sight, sound and words to celebrate the cultural elegance of cool cars.

Sharons Floral & Unique Gifts is Killeen Fastest growing Flower Shop in the Area. Why ? because we cater to our customers needs. We oant your business and we want to be your Florist, so we do it Your way on all orders.

Announcement of Photo Exhibit entitled "Window Dressings" by international photographer Joe Baraban at A&O in Austin, Texas. Exhibit runs from October 3, 2009 through November 2, 2009.

ABC Book Competition looking to publish new writers and illustrators in an online contest.

Guests can see Seaside City: Galveston, Texas: Historic Postcards and Paintings from the Rosenberg Library’s Collection as part of ArtWalk at The Tremont House, 2300 Ship’s Mechanic Row, on Saturday, Oct. 10 from 6 – 9 pm.

FahTru Media President Responds to Spurious Press Release Concerning Global Broadcast Company

Tie Dye Entertainment launches services by offering booking, radio promotion, artist management and public relations. With several artists already signed on, Tie Dye Entertainment is poised to make a positive impact in the Texas music industry.

Austin Screening of Pray the Devil back to Hell on September 13, 2009 will Celebrate the UN’s International Day of Peace Along with Hundreds of Screenings Around the World

There is new voice for avant-garde and experimental poetry that is about to be heard. Atonal Poetry Review (ISSN 2150-5861) an e-journal of new Poetry.

Celebrating the 26th Annual Día de los Muertos Festival with a focus on eco-friendly and healthy living through Mexican artistic and cultural traditions. (When: Saturday, October 24, 2009, 2:00-10:00 PM; Where: 5th and Congress in Downtown Austin)

World-renowned Cherokee Artist, Donald Vann, will be celebrating his 51st year of painting at the annual Celebrate Bandera 2009 Festival, September 4, 5 and 6.

BANZAI LABS today announced the launch of 6 new Mobile Art Wallpaper Galleries for the iPhone and iPod Touch. The Mobile Art Gallery Apps introduce a mobile art experience unmatched in its ease of use and elegance.

JOHN LIVELY & ASSOCIATES has earned 7 ARC Award nominations honoring the firm’s wide range of custom home design capabilities, excellence and innovation in residential design.

If you are a visual artist, performer, musician, dancer, comic, filmmaker, crafter, designer, or a creative spirit of any sort - Art Outside is looking for you to participate this October 9-11th in Apache Pass Texas

Critically acclaimed Fort Worth Alternative Country Rocker releases his debut solo album on new upstart Texas indie Winding Road Music

The Officer's Journey, a novel by Eric J. Obmann

Texas singer/songwriter releases fourth CD entitled, "The Real Thing."

Atonal Poetry Review (A.P.R.), a contempory journal of poetry and prose to launch new website.

Local Dallas artist wins six months of free gallery space for original art

Friends of the Gallery event being help August 8, 2009 from 6:00pm to 10:00pm!!!

Rick Kelley is true Texas guitar man. He grew up listening to T-Bone Walker, Freddie King, BB, Albert King and Ernest Tubb. From the age of five he knew that the guitar was his calling. This CD is a view into his Texas soul and roots.

Local Artists Honored for Original Art, Earn Chance to Win Six Months of Free Retail Space

Due to the custom nature of Scion vehicles and the Kixpo sneaker event Scion has signed on as the lead sponsor.

Austin Handmade is celebrating the Grand Re-opening of its new store location at 2009 S. First St. Combining launch efforts with this year’s Austin Fashion Week. Showcasing fashion show by local designer Robie Dodson of Parsimony.

Abstract painter John Palmer is humbled to be included with other native sons and daughters of the Space City including Beyonce Knowles, Hilary Duff, A.J. Foyt, Clay Walker and Chloe Dao in the My Houston Campaign.

Abstract painter John Palmer will return to hone his monoprintmaking skills at the Skopelos Foundation for the Arts on Skopelos Island, Greece before returning to Houston, Texas to unveil the amazing new works at a black tie affair in October 2009.

On this Thursday, July 9th, 2009 Classical pianist Jade Simmons is reprising her collaboration with Hip-Hop beat maker extraordinaire Roburt Reynolds for an exciting concert at Meridian, one of Houston's hottest music night clubs. www.jademedia.org

In her second full-length album, dedicated to her family's musical influence, Jennifer Leonhardt continues to reinvent genres in a gentle but gritty alt-country referendum on love and survival.