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Published on October 2, 2024 - 14:27 GMT

National Endowment for the Arts Announces $12 Million in Grants to Expand Access to Arts in Communities Nationwide

Wilmington Based Non-Profit, Four Youth, Awarded Funding Statewide, DEL. (October 2, 2024) – The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is pleased to announce 112 organizations recommended for awards under ArtsHERE—a new pilot program in partnership …

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Published on September 19, 2024 - 17:18 GMT

Event at the Delaware Public Archives: Tales from the Vaults

On Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:30am, the Delaware Public Archives will present a new offering, “Tales from the Vaults,” that will present four unique spooky stories culled from the collections of the Delaware Public Archives. “We’re excited to share …

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Published on September 17, 2024 - 01:58 GMT

Poetry Out Loud to Celebrate 20th Anniversary During 2024-2025 School Year

Schools and Organizations Invited to Host Their Own Poetry Out Loud Competition Statewide (September 9, 2024) – The 2024-2025 school year marks the 20th anniversary of Poetry Out Loud®, an arts education program and dynamic poetry recitation …

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Published on September 10, 2024 - 11:31 GMT

Delaware 250 Announces Summer 2024 Grant Recipients

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Delaware 250 Announces Summer 2024 Grant Recipients September 9, 2024 DOVER, Delaware – Delaware 250 is pleased to announce the recipients of its summer cycle of grants. These grants, which support planning and programming for the …

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Published on September 3, 2024 - 18:43 GMT

The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit Julieta Zavala’s “Mercado Kitsch México”

Wilmington, Del. (August 30, 2024) – The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery presents 2024 Emerging Artist Fellow Julieta Zavala’s exhibition, “Mercado Kitsch México” on view from September 6-27, 2024. Guests are invited to attend a Meet-the- …

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Published on August 14, 2024 - 21:09 GMT

First Spouse Tracey Quillen Carney to Launch Reading Tour, Host Story Times at Delaware Libraries

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor Carney and First Spouse Tracey Quillen Carney on Wednesday joined Dr. Annie Norman, State Librarian of Delaware, Casey Family Programs, literacy and early education advocates, and students to launch a Reading Tour. This Reading …

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Published on August 9, 2024 - 21:18 GMT

Delaware Children Wish Smokey Bear Happy 80th Birthday at Dover Public Library

DOVER, Del. (August 9, 2024) – More than 100 Delawareans, from newborns to seniors, attended story time at the Dover Public Library to wish Smokey Bear a happy 80th birthday today, on August 9, which marks Smokey’s official birthday. “Delaware Libraries …

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Published on August 7, 2024 - 16:46 GMT

Delaware Division of the Arts Announces First Round of Grants in Support of Arts Projects for FY2025

Statewide, DEL. (August 7, 2024) – The Delaware Division of the Arts is investing nearly $4.5 million in more than 100 arts and community organizations that will serve Delawareans statewide with arts programming and services, arts education, and arts …

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Published on August 5, 2024 - 18:55 GMT

Delaware Tourism Office Launches the Tournaments, Events, and Athletic Meets Sponsorship (TEAMS) Program

DOVER, Del. – Today the Delaware Tourism Office (DTO) announced a new grant program, the Tournaments, Events, and Athletic Meets Sponsorship (TEAMS) Program, designed to expand the office’s resources in recruiting sporting events to Delaware. The program …

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Published on July 24, 2024 - 15:51 GMT

Delaware Tourism Office to Reopen the Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fund

Applications Accepted Beginning Aug. 1 DOVER, Del. – On Aug. 1, the Delaware Tourism Office will reopen the Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fund for applications. Established through the FY24 Bond and Capital Improvements Act, the fund provides financial …

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Published on July 8, 2024 - 21:27 GMT

“Odd Little Creatures” Take Over The Mezzanine Gallery This Summer

Wilmington, Del. (July 8, 2024) – The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery presents Vik Hart’s exhibition, “Odd Little Creatures” on view from July 5 through August 30, 2024. Guests are invited to attend a Meet-the-Artist Reception on Friday, …

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Published on July 1, 2024 - 18:14 GMT

Groundbreaking Study Reveals Economic and Social Impact of Non-Profit Arts and Culture Sector in Delaware

Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 Study Highlights Vital Role of Arts and Culture in Building More Livable Communities Around the Country Wilmington, Del. (July 1, 2024) – The Delaware Division of the Arts today announced that Delaware’s nonprofit arts …

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Published on June 20, 2024 - 21:27 GMT

Delaware Tourism Office Announces Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fund Awardees

DOVER, Del. – Today the Delaware Tourism Office announced awards to four Delaware sports facilities through the Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fund. Established through the Fiscal Year 2024 Bond and Capital Improvements Act, the fund provides financial …

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Published on June 11, 2024 - 13:25 GMT

Delaware Announces Option for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Bilingual Book Collection

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney, First Spouse Tracey Quillen Carney, and the Delaware Libraries on Monday announced that a bilingual English/Spanish book collection option will soon be available for Delaware families. “There is nothing more …

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Published on June 8, 2024 - 15:33 GMT

Winners Announced in DNREC’s Haiku Poetry Contest

Poets Celebrate Ocean Month By Describing ‘What I Love About the Ocean’ Scott Walls of Greenwood earned first place in the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control’s Ocean Month haiku poetry contest in the adult division. Spencer …

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Published on June 7, 2024 - 18:13 GMT

Delaware 250 Grants for Museums, Heritage Groups, and Non-Profits – Summer 2024 Cycle

Notice of Funding Opportunity About Delaware 250 The year 2026 will see the United States Semiquincentennial, the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of America’s (and Delaware’s) independence. This anniversary provides an opportunity to reflect on …

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Published on May 31, 2024 - 16:22 GMT

Delaware 250 Announces Spring 2024 Grant Recipients

Delaware 250 is pleased to announce the recipients of its inaugural cycle of grants to support planning and programming for the upcoming United States Semiquincentennial Anniversary in 2026. This anniversary recognizes 250 years since the signing of the …

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Published on May 23, 2024 - 18:09 GMT

EDGE Competition Reaches Milestone – 100 Small Businesses Awarded Grants Since 2019

Dover, DE – A State of Delaware program that helps small businesses start or grow during the first few years of operation hit a major milestone Thursday. The Delaware Division of Small Business announced the most recent grant awards for the Encouraging …

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Published on May 3, 2024 - 17:36 GMT

The Mezzanine Gallery to exhibit “15,000 Dowels” by Gregg Silvis

Wilmington, Del. (May 3, 2024) – The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery presents Gregg Silvis’ exhibition, “15,000 Dowels,” on view from May 3-31, 2024. Guests are invited to attend a Meet-the-Artist Reception on Friday, May 3 from 5:00-7: …

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Published on April 26, 2024 - 18:33 GMT

DSB Highlights Activities for National Small Business Week/Month 2024

DOVER, DE – There are nearly 28-thousand small businesses in the State of Delaware, providing over 227-thousand jobs which is over half of the state’s workforce. Each year, the month of May is set aside as a special time to celebrate small businesses, …

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