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The Nasty Women Boston Art Show raised funds for Color of Change and Planned Parenthood at Laconia Gallery in the South End Sept. 1-10. PHOTO COURTESY ALBERTA CHU

Nasty Women Boston Art Exhibition rallies support for women’s rights, racial justice

By Antonia DeBianchi September 12, 2017

It has been 10 months since the close of the 2016 presidential election and the rhetoric of the campaign has rendered anything but dead. Along with the infamous and increasingly used phrase "fake news,"...

Atlantic Works Gallery hosts "Narrow," an art installation by Perla Castaneda and Kristen Freitas, from Sept. 9-30. PHOTO COURTESY KRISTEN FREITAS

‘Narrow’ examines emotion, reality through various forms of work

By Tyla Pink September 12, 2017

Given the state of the world today, it is often difficult for humans to gauge their emotions and take time to reflect on their identities as they attempt to keep up with current events. “Narrow,”...

Paul Anagnostopoulos’ “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” is one of many paintings showcased at the Hallspace Gallery’s exhibit "Unveiled," until Oct. 7. PHOTO COURTESY PAUL ANAGNOSTOPOULOS

HallSpace Gallery brings together artists to showcase drawings

By Tyla Pink September 7, 2017

Artists often look for opportunities to share their work with a wider audience. The art itself hides a deeper meaning that often isn’t clearly interpreted; however, the HallSpace Gallery stands out...

The New Repertory Theatre's production of "Thurgood" debuted at the School of Theatre at the College of Fine Arts at Boston University Monday afternoon. PHOTO COURTESY ANDREW BRILLIANT / BRILLIANT PICTURES

‘Thurgood’ production taps into life, legacy of civil rights activist

By Kiran Kishor Galani September 6, 2017

In today’s polarizing political climate, every statement and action has an intense forbearance on the course of dialogue. Boston University's College of Fine Arts took a step towards engaging in...

"Dream States," running from Sept. 1 to Oct. 14 at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University, is a screening program of contemporary video art. PHOTO BY CHLOE GRINBERG/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

“Dream States” exhibition explores relationships between art, media, politics

By Kaya Williams September 5, 2017

Among divisive political discourse and an explosive spike in the use of the phrase "fake news," one art collection at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University aims to embrace the divide...

CFA student completes transcontinental bicycle journey

By Gursimar Kaur August 13, 2017

Carrying just a tent, a repair kit and some clothes on his back, Weiyang Gao, a College of Fine Arts senior, embarked on a 61-day biking trip across the United States to see the country firsthand....

“A Summer Proposal: Boston City Hall," which is on exhibit until Aug. 18, features eight artists from the Greater Boston area. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Local artists re-energize City Hall through visual art

By Josee Matela August 13, 2017

Boston’s City Hall is attracting more crowds this summer, but it’s not for the standard parking tickets and marriage licenses. Continuing an ongoing effort with the Mayor’s Office of Arts...

The Greater Boston Food Bank aims to provide at least one meal to every person in need living in eastern Massachusetts. PHOTO COURTESY WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

Five community organizations to get to know in Boston

By Tyla Pink June 7, 2017

Living in a new city can be daunting, especially when you don’t know much about your new community. A fun way to learn about Boston is by participating in community service. Not only will you be...

Green Arts Network hosts Bee Green, a workshop revolving around sustainability on the ground level, Sunday afternoon at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design. PHOTO BY ELISE TAKAHAMA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Green Arts Network addresses environmental issues in Boston through sustainable arts

By Elise Takahama May 3, 2017

Boston does try to promote a green city, evident through its countless green spaces, public transportation efforts and energy-saving initiatives. But, according to Green Arts Network, it’s not enough. Bee...

DreamsCo hosts Dream Tasting Adventure, a women’s conference about business entrepreneurship in the creative realm, Saturday at the Westin Boston Waterfront. PHOTO BY CHLOE GRINBERG/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

“Dream Tasting Adventure” prompts women to identify, fulfill future aspirations

By Kiran Kishor Galani May 2, 2017

While most people often have seemingly unreachable goals, Boston recently welcomed a conference that encouraged women to take the first steps toward those ambitions. The DreamsCo foundation held...

Sustainable Business Network of Massachusetts hosts its first ALLocal Dinner of 2017 at Mei Mei Restaurant Sunday night to promote local agriculture and raise awareness of the benefits and challenges of seasonal cooking. PHOTO BY KIRAN KISHOR GALANI/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

ALLocal Dinner emphasizes importance of buying food locally

By Kiran Kishor Galani April 27, 2017

While food is something everyone consumes, often times people don’t put much thought into where it came from. The ALLocal Dinner, organized by the Sustainable Business Network of Massachusetts, was...

Mary Graham, chief of the CIA office in New York City during the 9/11 attacks, speaks at the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies about intelligence efforts after 9/11. PHOTO COURTESY FREDERICK S. PARDEE SCHOOL OF GLOBAL STUDIES

BU hosts chief of CIA, former CIA officer to describe experiences on 9/11

By Sarah Finkel April 25, 2017

The Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University hosted Mary Margaret Graham, who was the chief of the CIA office in New York City on Sept. 11, 2001, along with former CIA officer...

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