(AUGUSTA, GA) The Greater Augusta Arts Council of Augusta GA has received a coveted Community Foundation of the CSRA grant. The grant will be used to present "14 Stations," the work of internationally renowned photographer, David Michalek. This presentation at Sacred Heart Cultural Center in June, will be the culmination of a week-long exploration of the impact of art on social change – specifically showcasing the work of local social service agencies who focus on the transition out of homelessness. From January to June the Arts council will be working with numerous agency partners to introduce art into the lives of transitioning families and individuals.
http://www.augustaarts.com/
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(AUGUSTA, GA) AIA SDAT Final Report for Augusta is now available. The American Institute of Architects’ Sustainable Design Assessment Team (SDAT) convened in Augusta June 2012 to develop a sustainability program for Laney Walker/Bethlehem. Recommendations on topics ranging from urban design and land use, urban forestry, green infrastructure, transit, sustainability, economic development and community engagement are detailed in the AIA SDAT Final Report, now available at www.laneywalkerbethlehem.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/AIA_SDAT_FinalReport.pdf.
(AUGUSTA,GA) Dr. Ricardo Azziz makes the case for a consolidated GHSU–ASU Research university.
http://azziz.georgiahealth.edu/archives/669
(AUGUSTA, GA) The historic Hornsby House, located in the Twiggs Circle development area of Laney Walker/Bethlehem, has been acquired by the Land Bank Authority for upcoming restoration.
www.laneywalkerbethlehem.com
(AUGUSTA, GA) Heritage Pine, the flagship development for the Laney Walker/Bethlehem revitalization, has two new pocket parks on Florence Street with a third, larger park coming soon to Pine Street. The new Pine Street park will be located across from the Heritage Pine model home located at 1228 Pine Street, and will feature shade trees, benches, and a pathway for casual strolling. http://www.flickr.com/photos/72723613@N06/.
(AUGUSTA, GA) The Lucy C. Laney Museum of Black History is in the midst of its Annual Doll Exhibit, featuring dolls from various collections-old, new, and from all nations, as well as the Michelle Obama Collection. Through the end of December.
http://www.lucycraftlaneymuseum.com/
(AUGUSTA, GA) 30901 Development Corporation, the economic development arm of Beulah Grove Baptist Church, is featuring a new 3-bedroom home for sale at 1433 Wrightsboro Road. Contact Beverly Wright or Angela Davis for more information at 706.823.0905.
(AUGUSTA, GA) This week Mayor Copenhaver showcases our new Sheriff’s Administration Building with help from Sheriff Ronnie Strength:
http://youtu.be/yQeVKXk2hTg?hd=1
(AUGUSTA, GA) Sign up for the AUGUSTA, GA COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES: http://www.laneywalkerbethlehem.com/media/community-headlines/.