“The room contains a performance space, sound recording equipment, cameras and more than 100 laptop and desktop computers with media creation tools and software. Mentors teach kids how to work the equipment and do projects, and visiting artists offer free workshops. The space has more than a thousand books, too, and library officials say kids who use the space check out a lot of books.”
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Prince Philip And The Battle For The TV Remote
Prince Philip said the quality of design had in some areas declined, and he picked televisions as an example. Harking back to an age when televisions were simple, he said: “To work out how to operate a TV set you practically have to make love to the thing.”
New Mexico Symphony Contract Negotiations Hit Wall
“Members of the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra said the final contract offer has come from management and that it’s insulting.”
Santa Fe Opera Criticized For Oil Drilling
“Drilling foes worry that oil and gas wells will pollute water and air, harm wildlife and ruin the quality of life in the agricultural area. They are outraged that an internationally recognized institution like the Santa Fe Opera could potentially profit from oil and gas drilling.”
Brisbane Festival Gets Some Help
“The Mr Fix-it of the performing arts, Noel Staunton, has been tapped to run the Brisbane Festival, replacing Lyndon Terracini, who has taken over as artistic director of Opera Australia.”