#Hareli Festival 2023

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सीएम हाउस में होवत हे हरेली तिहार के जोरदार तैयारी

मुख्यमंत्री भूपेश बघेल के राजधानी रायपुर स्थित निवास में हर बार की तरह इस बार भी हरेली का पर्व पारंपरिक रूप में धूमधाम से मनाया जाएगा। हरेली पर्व को धूमधाम से मनाने के लिए मुख्यमंत्री निवास में तैयारियां जोर-शोर से चल रही है। मुख्यमंत्री बघेल हरेली तिहार पर तुलसी पूजा कृषि यंत्रों की पूजा में शामिल होने के बाद भंवरा, बांटी, गिल्ली डंडा, मटकी फोड़ और गेड़ी नृत्य जैसे आयोजन में शामिल होंगे। वे इस…

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Super Blue ~ Hare Full Moon | 2023

It's a Lucky Hare Super Blue Full Moon. Rare and wonderful! How do the Lucky Stars align for you? Find out now on KittySol.com and the Zodiac Muse Podcast. Don't leave your luck to chance.

August 30th at 6:37 PM Pacific time we have a Super Blue Full Moon in the Hare Sign. Blue Moons and Super Moons are both rare making this one doubly, wild and eccentric. Audio Transcript: Hare Super Blue ~ Full Moon | August 2023 Podcast Episode: Hare Super Blue ~ Full Moon | August 2023 Hare Super Blue | Full Moon When this Full Moon peaks it brings things to the surface so we can see more…

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Choose Georgia party . Sundance Film Festival 2023

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Tnbscan Want list

I am looking for pretty much anything that you can't find on here already. I have hundreds of items in the queue and many I haven't even scanned yet but there's always things I'm not aware of existing, especially non Japanese items. If you have scans to donate (full credit given of course) please contact me. Thank you!

Bromides

Missing Link Mind Game, OST Seigi no Koe ga Kikoerukai Best of Hero Hero Radio The Beginning OST On-Air Jack 7 Piece Set The Live (ones not already on here) Animate Girls Festival 2011 (All but Kotetsu, Barnaby) 2016 bluray box hero academy Enter Bell (all) T&B2 OST (both) KujiPia (all)

Postcards

Animate New Chitose Airport (Kotetsu & Barnaby) Namjatown & Beginning in Namjatown (many, please ask) Wondergoo (all except T&B2 vol 1 &2, T&B1 (Sakakibara) vol 1) Sunrise (2013 & 2014) MBS Anime Fes 2014 Graffart (all) CharaShop (all) Karatez (2021) Pash May 2022 4DX (Kotetsu, Barnaby) Hero Festa in Sunshine 60 Observatory (all) Parco (all four) Compact Blu-Ray Box Onkyo 2023 Nengajo (all) T&B2 in Namjatown (all) 2022 Pia Mook Cybird Season 2 Bluray (set of 7) Molly Online (all 3)

Clear Files

Sunrise Festival 2011 Namco Namjatown Origami Cyclone Washi Minimini (The Beginning & Origami Cyclone) Circuit of Hero The Beginning 3 Pocket Chipicco (A & B) Sound of T&B 2016 Characro (Ryan, Keith, Pao-Lin) Pachislot Stationary Series (all 6) Pop'n Hero (all 8) Yuru Palette (Hero on Air) NordiQ (Kotetsu & Barnaby, Origami Rock High, Yuri, Group) Nitengo (A & B) Cafe Playback (Both) Mitsukoshi Passlogy Parco (Kotetsu, Barnaby) Rose (Barnaby) Birthday Set (Ryan & Karina, Antonio & Ivan) le coq sportif Summer Resort Heroes (Ivan & Antonio curling) Bkub Okawa (Wild Tiger, Barnaby)

Posters

Newtype Ace Vol 3 (2011) Animedia October 2011 Pash November 2011 Newtype December 2011 Miracle Jump Vol 4 (2011) Cool Voice Issue 5 (2011) Miracle Jump Vol 11 (2012) Ichiban Kuji (Kotestu, Barnaby, Ivan, Keith, Blue Rose, Group) The Beginning World Premiere Poster Collection (1 & 2) Pash July 2012 Animage November 2012 On-Air Jack DAM Hero Karaoke 2012 Circuit of Hero Pash October 2013 Pash May 2014 Oedo Onsen (all) Hero TV Fan The Rising The World of Tiger & Bunny No Anime No Life Ichiban Kuji Rascal Karatez Hero Supporter Art Archives Movie Compact Blu-Ray Box (all) Animedia February 2023

Stickers

Gyu-Kaku x Rock Bison (10 types) Hero TV Jack ~Achieve Emergency Missions~ (Ivan, Keith, Antonio, Nathan, Pao-lin, Karina) Anime Film Festival Tokyo 2017 Wall Stickers (all) Stationary Series Cafe Playback (set A & B) Parco (all) T&B2 schedule stickers Sanrio Petant (set A & B) Buon Appettito Pac-Man A-on Store Origami Cyclone Bakery Usagiza Lepus (all)

Manga Covers (JP)

Comic Anthology 1: It takes two to make a quarrel Comic Anthology 2: First catch your hare Comic Anthology 3: Hitch your wagon to a star Comic Anthology 4: The age of miracles is past…!? Anthology Comic: Go! Go!! Tiger & Bunny 1, 2, 3SP Tiger & Bunny Comics Anthology Vol. 1, 2, 3 Tiger & Bunny 4 Koma Kings Vol. 1, 2, 3 Tiger & Bunny The Comic (Ueda) all except Vol 4 Tiger & Bunny Comic Anthology Extra Tiger & Bunny Comic Anthology: We Love Sky High Tiger & Bunny The Beginning Comic Anthology Tiger & Bunny (Sakakibara New Edition) Vol. 1, 2, 3, 4

Books (full scans or at least art and interviews)

Tiger & Bunny Hero TV Fan vol. 1 Tiger & Bunny Hero TV Fan vol. 2 Katsura Masakazu x Tiger & Bunny – Original Drawings & Rough Sketches Collection (donation pending) Tiger & Bunny Official Hero Book Tiger & Bunny Official Hero Book 2 Tiger & Bunny Official Guide Book Hero Gossips Tiger & Bunny Roman Album (partially scanned) Tiger & Bunny King of Works (partially scanned) TV Anime Tiger & Bunny Scenario Document Vol. 1 TV Anime Tiger & Bunny Scenario Document Vol. 2 Tiger & Bunny The Live Official Visual Book Band Score Tiger & Bunny Sheet Music Tiger & Bunny -The Beginning- Official Hero Book Tiger & Bunny -The Beginning- King of Works (interviews done, art pending) The Beginning Souvenir Program Special Edition Smart Special Edition Tiger & Bunny Special Book Smart Special Edition Tiger & Bunny -The Rising- Special Book Katsura Masakazu x Tiger & Bunny – Original Drawings & Rough Sketches Collection 2 Mizuki Sakakibara Tiger & Bunny Illustrations (copy obtained) Sum Up!! Tiger & Bunny The Rising Souvenir Program Special Edition Tiger & Bunny -The Rising- Clear File & Postcard Book Tiger & Bunny English of Heroes Tiger & Bunny Pia Tiger & Bunny Hero TV Fan-The Rising- (partially scanned) Tiger & Bunny -The Rising- King of Works (super fanbook done, art pending) Tiger & Bunny - The Slot Works- (copy obtained) Tiger & Bunny 2 Multi Pouch Book Tiger & Bunny Kotetsu T. Kaburagi & Barnaby Brooks Jr. Pia Mook (copy obtained) Katsura Masakazu x Tiger & Bunny 2 Original Drawings Tiger & Bunny 2 Anime Visual Book Tiger & Bunny 2 King of Works (illustrated sheets scanned)

Other Merch:

Monthly Hero Magazine in any language besides Japanese and English. I am aware of French and Korean editions Birthday card included in the Barnaby's Birthday Plate set Calendars (2012, 2013, 2014) Sunrise/Bandai Namco shareholder promotional cards and calendars (all except 2022) Monthly Sheets (Yuri, Ben & Saito) All quo and tosho cards not already here Yurindo bookmarks DAM 3D Mini Book Comics Takaoka bonus paper (Vol 9) Oedo Onsen omiikuji card (Karina) Chimi Mega Buddy Illustrated Sheet Antonio's birthday set Molly Online Kuji clear posters Hero cards and NFT cards given out at the Museum of T&B 2 Netlfix anime card given out at Anime Japan 2023 Hub collab cards and cheki photos

Any non Japanese merchandise I am not aware of, especially outside of North America

Any interviews/articles in any language not already on here

Lost Media

2011 film comic Any undocumented images or files related to the lost media video games Road of Hero, My Private Hero, and V Residence God Eater II T&B DLC Tiger & Bunny The Xmas livestream Hero Radio episodes 26, 40, 74 T&B Station episodes 12, 24, 25, 26

High quality scans of the below art:

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🎃 ORtober 2023 🎃

Either-or prompts for October 2023. Prompts can be completed in whatever means: drawing, writing, gifs, etc.

Freedom or Captivity

Health or Happiness

Fluffy or Scaly

Pauciloquent or Largiloquent

Dead or Alive

Heart or Brain

Scissors or Mallet

Kill or Be Killed

Stalk or Evade

Betray or Loyal

Anachrony or Chronological

Ragamuffin or Dandy

Sun or Moon

Folklore or Fairytale

Sheep or Wolf

Tortoise or Hare

Hansel or Gretel

Sleeping Beauty or Snow White

Prince Charming or Woodsman

Alice or Jabberwocky

Bloody Mary or Candyman

Sloth or Gluttony

Wrath or Lust

Greed or Envy

Pride or Self-hate

Friends or Lovers

Choleric or Phlegmatic

Sanguine or Melancholic

Lies or Truth

Limerence or Animosity

Masquerade or Festival

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2023 in pictures !!! thank you for the tag @eyes-likepilotlights <333

rules: pick ten pictures from your year that you absolutely love and tag ten people to do the same :)

commentary below the cut bc i loooove to talk

first pic was from pregaming for the disco/70s themed party we had in january. literally the best party ever like dancing around plastered to abba w all my friends SUCH an experience. and i looked hot

walking home from campus in february <3 i miss that walk i won’t lie. even tho walking the bridge over the river was Horrendous w the wind

walking to waffle house at like 4am in florida!!! it was two miles away. it was me and four guys one of which had just broken his collar bone lol. i laid down in a ditch for like fifteen minutes on the way back w the collar bone guy bc we were tired. the shirtless guy blacked out before we even got there

exploring the old abandoned subway tunnels in the city !!! this was so cool. i was trying really hard this year to make the most of senior spring and kinda say yes to every possible experience before i graduated, conséquences and school work be damned. and this was one of those things that i said yes to on a whim! this was taken at like 3am too. we went to a 24hr dunkin after this and it was glorious

this pic is my fave pic of me EVER. spring track formal you will ALWAYS be famous. finished a bottle of wine by myself and then switched over to punch + shots. had like ten standard drinks lol. there’s a video of me dancing w two of my guy friends (beloved steeple legends. actually one of them is the guy on the right in the subway tunnels pic. who was also almost my roommate lol) spinning each other around from this night and it’s one of my favorites ever as well. this entire night was sooooo good but this pic is especially aesthetically pleasing

i GRADUATED!!!!!!! bachelors of science BABY!!!!!! and i looked damn good doing it

went to a really cool music festival (saw fucking flo rida??? which was honestly one of the best live music experiences of my life??????) and they had a barbie booth so i Of Course had to get a pic

went back to my college for the alumni cross country meet, got to see like all of my friends from my year and my younger friends who haven’t graduated yet, and took a bunch of cool long exposure pics at the rave themed party they had

went to a keith haring exhibit w my dad!!! cried like i always do at art museums lol

went to ann arbor and chicago to see a friend who couldn’t make it to the alumni meet and to go to megan rapinoe’s uswnt retirement game (my first ever pro soccer game lol??) and sobbed literally the entire time lol

no-pressure tagging @fewtrell @userkritaaay @ocontraire @landoisokay @leclercenjoyer @elementalmoments @piastriachios @mecachrome @lafaerie @geluksalig

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Happiest Starlight Ever 2023 Day 1: What's This

Title: Gift of the Magnai

Characters: Sadu and Magnai

Rating: T for Tia

Notes: N/A

Magnai puffed out his chest as he walked through the Dotharl settlement, seeking an audience with Sadu. Under his arm, he carried a small parcel, a present for the Eorzean Starlight Festival he'd heard of from the Scions. Spotting the silver haired figure in the distance, he approached and held out the clumsily wrapped in brown paper with binding it in a loose bow.

Sadu looked at the package and then back to Magnai, “Why have you brought me your trash?”

“It’s a present for that Eorzean winter holiday ! Just open it, “ he insisted.

The Dotharl leader narrowed her eyes then ripped it from his grasp before tearing into the package. Sadu paused as she unwound carefully folded tissue paper, becoming increasingly delicate with the present once she felt the lightness of it outside the box.

Magnai watched with wide eyes as Sadu lifted up an ornate tortoise shell comb that had been painted pearl white and a blue that matched her eyes. “What possessed you to think I'd want such a bauble!?”

Magnai was taken aback a bit, not sure what he was expecting but certainly not her usual ire. “For your beautiful hair of course!”

“Do you not think me capable of tending to my own body!?”

“N-No! I got it for you so that you would not cut and sell it for me!”

Sadu glowered, “Why would you think I'd ever do anything for you?”

“My retainer chanced upon you and the Khagan at Reunion and heard you as you discussed purchasing an expensive wet stone! He swore he heard you say it would be perfect for my axe but you'd have to sell your hair to afford it! I couldn't stand the thought of you doing so, so in the spirit of giving I sold my axe to get a comb for your beautiful hair.”

Sadu stared in silence for quite some time before starting to howl with laughter, needing to brace herself upon her camp pole to keep from toppling over. “You thought…I would…! For you Little Sun!? I said the stone would be worth a *hare* in passing to Cirinna estimation of what it might be worth and only as a thought to what might give you an edge in battle. Not that an improvement in weapon would give you the skill to best me.”

Magnai sunk to his knees, eyes wide. “M-My axe. I sold my axe!”

Sadu continued to laugh, well after Magnai managed to pick himself up and return to the Dawn Throne in defeat. Come Starlight morning though a present did appear, his axe returned along with a note from Sadu wishing him “A Merry Whatever”. His retainers kept that it was scrawled in the Khagan’s handwriting to themselves.

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Chroma - 'I Wanna Be Where You Are'

Pontypridd, Wales bi-lingual alt-rock trio CHROMA are pleased to reveal the official video for their new single ‘I Wanna Be Where You Are’ out now via Alcopop! Records. The news comes ahead of a huge support slot with Foo Fighters for the band this week, and they also support Newport comedy hip hop troupe Goldie Lookin Chain on their forthcoming 2024 headline dates later this year, with limited tickets remaining. The track is the latest to be taken from the band’s gigantic Alcopop! Records 2023 debut album Ask For Angela. Commenting on the single, vocalist Katie Hall said: "This song is about limerence. It’s a new word I’ve learnt from the Lalala Let Me Explain podcast. It means to be emotionally and romantically infatuated with someone. It’s like when you have an intense crush on someone who’s not good for you. It’s not necessarily because they're a bad person, it’s because you’re in a bad place so you try to mask your problems with love.  In an age of modern technology, love and dating seems disposable. When I fall into limerence it’s usually because I feel lonely. I think it’s something a lot of people go through. We wanted to write a punk song about turbulent love that people could maybe relate to." The track comes with an official music video directed by Ren Faulkner, with artistic direction from the band's Katie Hall, movement director Bronwen Wilson Rashard, hair and makeup by Yasmine Davies, featuring model Emily Koko, styling by Alaw Griffiths and clothes by Rosie Evans. “One of the coolest things about being in a band is being able to creatively direct your own music video,” says Hall of the challenge. “The idea for ‘I Wanna Be Where You Are’ came from a hinge date I went on in Port Talbot. I’ve always been fascinated by the steel works every time we drove past that area as a kid, and it’s been on my music video bucket list.” “On the date we chatted a lot about the steelworks closing. It’s an estimated 20,000 jobs in the area. It’s hard to think of the pressure this puts families under during a cost of living crisis. I think Port Talbot is lush, the people and the place. The video also features Welsh designer Rosie Evans' clothes. I love Rosie’s work, and it’s been a dream of mine for some time to wear one of her corsets.” Recorded at Giant Wafer Studios, Llanbadarn Fynydd in the heart of Wales, CHROMA’s much lauded debut was produced and mixed by Steffan Pringle (Adwaith, Future of the Left, Boy Azooga) and mastered by Tom Langrish at E1 Mastering (IDLES, Fontaines D.C, DITZ) in London. The band recently presented an episode of S4C’s returning TV series Curadur, with Hall inviting some of her favourite bands and artists to join her Clwb Cysgu Cwl (Sleepover Club). Featuring performances from The Joy Formidable, Panic Shack and of course Chroma, the episode is available on catch-up via BBC iPlayer and S4C Clic. Riding high on a run of packed shows at SXSW Festival, FOCUS Wales, and a support slot with The Mysterines, the band announced their signing to Alcopop! Records in early 2023 and were recently hand-picked to support legendary US rockers Foo Fighters at Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester on 15th June 2024 alongside Courtney Barnett. They also played further shows alongside Bob Vylan and more. The trio have just been announced as one of the latest patrons of the Music Venue Trust, and will support the work of the charity in sharing the importance of Grassroots Music Venues and their crucial role in the music industry's ecosystem. 2024 UK Live Dates:

SOLD OUT - MANCHESTER - Gorilla * SOLD OUT - PRESTON - The Ferret * 19 Sep - NORWICH - Epic Studios * SOLD OUT - NOTTINGHAM - Metronome * 19 Oct - NEWCASTLE - The Cluny * SOLD OUT - GLOUCESTER - Guildhall * 02 Nov - BRISTOL - SW * SOLD OUT - NARBERTH - Queens Hall * SOLD OUT - BIRMINGHAM - Hare & Hounds * 09 Nov - SWANSEA - Sin City * 16 Nov - LONDON - Electric Ballroom * SOLD OUT - BIRKENHEAD - Future Yard * SOLD OUT - NEWPORT - Corn Exchange * SOLD OUT - NEWPORT - Corn Exchange * * w/ Goldie Lookin Chain

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Olly Alexander wearing an H&M x Keith Haring t-shirt in a photo backstage at the Untold Festival in Romania (August 6, 2023).

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WHEN IS JANMASHTAMI IN 2023? | HISTORY, IMPORTANCE & PUJA VIDHI

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Janmashtami, one of the most celebrated Hindu festivals, marks the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu. With its roots in ancient Indian mythology and rich cultural significance, Janmashtami is observed with great fervor and devotion across the country. Krishna devotees all over the world are confused as to when the actual celebration of the festival is. Is the auspicious day falling on the 6th or 7th of September? Don’t worry, we are here to clear up your confusion:

Janmashtami falls on the eighth day of the Bhadrapada month and is also known as Gokulashtami. In 2023, this auspicious festival will be celebrated on September 7th (Thursday) and is anticipated to be a joyous occasion for millions of devotees.

Historical and Mythological Significance:

At the core of Krishna's devotion lies an admiration for his multifaceted persona. Lord Krishna is not just a deity but a reservoir of virtues that encompass the realms of love, wisdom, playfulness, courage, and compassion. It is this multi-dimensional nature that captures the hearts of his followers, drawing them into a world of unconditional love and unwavering faith.

The story of Janmashtami revolves around the divine life of Lord Krishna, born in Mathura to Devaki and Vasudeva. Due to a prophecy that he would be slain by his maternal uncle, the evil King Kansa, Krishna was secretly transported to Gokul and raised by his foster parents, Yashoda and Nanda. The festival not only celebrates his birth but also commemorates his heroic deeds, teachings, and divine love.

Relevance in Modern Times:

The teachings of Lord Krishna, as elucidated in the Bhagavad Gita, continue to resonate with people across generations. His philosophy of duty, righteousness, and detachment serves as a guiding light in navigating the complexities of life. Janmashtami serves as an annual reminder of these timeless teachings, encouraging devotees to strive for spiritual growth and self-realization.

The supreme God's devotion to dharma (righteousness) is another cherished aspect of his character. Through his own life experiences, Krishna showcases that upholding dharma requires courage, integrity, and a deep understanding of the bigger cosmic picture. His teachings emphasize the importance of fighting for justice and truth, even in the face of adversity.

Celebrations and Rituals:

Janmashtami is celebrated with immense enthusiasm and devotion. The festivities commence with elaborate preparations, including decorating homes and temples with flowers and colorful rangoli. Devotees fast throughout the day, breaking it only at midnight when Lord Krishna is believed to have been born. The main rituals include:

Krishna Jhula Decoration: A swing (jhula) is adorned with flowers and decorations, symbolizing the cradle in which the infant Krishna was rocked.

Singing Bhajans and Kirtans: Devotees gather in temples to sing devotional songs (bhajans) and engage in kirtans (spiritual chants) that recount the life and deeds of Lord Krishna.

Midnight Abhishek: The highlight of Janmashtami is the midnight Abhishek (ritual bath) performed with milk, curd, ghee, honey, and water. This is followed by the ceremonial placing of the idol in the cradle amidst the chanting of mantras.

Puja Procedure:

Performing the Janmashtami puja at home can be a deeply spiritual experience. Here's a simplified puja procedure:

Cleanse: Begin by purifying yourself through a bath and wearing clean clothes.

Idol Preparation: Set up an idol or picture of Lord Krishna on an altar, adorned with flowers and decorations.

Offerings: Offer fruits, sweets, and other vegetarian delicacies to Lord Krishna.

Aarti: Light a ghee lamp and perform an aarti (circular movement of the lamp) while singing devotional songs.

Chanting: Recite Krishna mantras or the Hare Krishna Mahamantra to invoke the divine energy.

Midnight Celebration: Stay awake until midnight, meditating or engaging in devotional activities. At midnight, perform the abhishek and offer prayers.

Distribution of Prasad: Share the blessed Prasad with family and friends.

Janmashtami, beyond being a celebration of Lord Krishna's birth, serves as a platform for spiritual growth, cultural unity, and devotion. It teaches us the importance of righteousness, love, and selfless action, making it more than just a religious event. As 2023's Janmashtami approaches, let us embrace the festival's teachings and celebrate with reverence and joy, connecting with the divine essence that resides within us all.

The essence of Janmashtami extends beyond mere ritualistic celebrations. It is a reminder to embrace Krishna's teachings in everyday life, to love unconditionally, to fulfill duties with dedication, and to rise above the challenges with unwavering faith. Krishna's life is a mirror reflecting the journey of every individual seeking truth, purpose, and a deeper understanding of existence.

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NYC Ratha Yatra - Hare Krishna Festival New York City June 10, 2023 - ...

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Ri-Generazione Toscana, inaugurati a Pisa i murales di Zed1 ed Etnik

Ri-Generazione Toscana, inaugurati a Pisa i murales di Zed1 ed Etnik. Sono state inaugurate a Pisa, la città che custodisce l'ultimo murale di Keith Haring, le opere realizzate dagli artisti Zed1 ed Etnik presso il Deposito di Polizia idraulica in via Giovanni al Gatano. In contemporanea è stato presentato il museo a cielo aperto dedicato all'urban art. Con il completamento degli ultimi murales realizzati nell'ambito della prima edizione del Festival della Strada e di un ampio progetto di rigenerazione urbana sostenuto dal Consiglio della Regione Toscana, si è dato infatti vita a un nuovo itinerario urbano, da percorrere a piedi o in bici, per conoscere passato e presente della città della Torre pendente, nonché una forma d'arte in costante evoluzione. Le opere di Zed1 ed Etnik sono state finanziate ai sensi della legge regionale 3 del 2022 "Iniziative di promozione sociale, culturale e di aggregazione rivolte alle nuove generazioni" su progetto artistico dell'associazione "Start – open your eyes" di Lucca, nell'ambito del progetto Ri-Generazione Toscana. All'inaugurazione sono intervenuti Antonio Mazzeo, presidente del Consiglio regionale della Toscana; Massimiliano Angori, presidente Provincia di Pisa; Filippo Bedini, assessore alla Cultura Comune di Pisa; Stefano Del Corso, presidente Fondazione Pisa; Gian Guido Grassi, Associazione Start Attitude. "Queste due opere che oggi inauguriamo sono parte di un progetto artistico e culturale nato su iniziativa del Consiglio regionale della Toscana, che, attraverso la street art, unisce la volontà di una riqualificazione legata al territorio e la possibilità di una partecipazione attiva dei giovani artisti, che comprende interventi in tre edifici situati nel territorio toscano, a Firenze, Lucca e Pisa" ha spiegato Antonio Mazzeo. "Questa iniziativa culturale – ha proseguito - completa l'attuazione della legge regionale 3 del 2022, una legge con la quale il Consiglio regionale ha stanziato circa milioni di euro per interventi rivolti ai giovani toscani". "La street art – ha commentato il presidente del Consiglio regionale - ha la caratteristica unica di far entrare l'arte nella vita quotidiana delle persone, non serve entrare in un edificio museale per ammirarla, riesce a rendere più belli i nostri quartieri. Questo intervento si inserisce virtuosamente in un contesto urbano che in questi anni è diventato un vero e proprio museo a cielo aperto sull'arte di strada. Un quartiere della città che ha trovato proprio in questo un tratto essenziale della sua nuova identità che come ben rappresentano le due opere oggi inaugurate: da una parte mantiene salde le sue radici nel passato e dall'altra si confronta con il presente e si apre al futuro". Il museo all'aperto si snoda su quattromila metri quadrati di superfici dipinte, con 15 autori e 25 opere diffuse tra il centro, la Darsena e il quartiere di Porta a Mare. "Quando abbiamo immaginato di portare l'urban art a Porta a Mare – ha dichiarato il curatore Gian Guido Grassi - il quartiere era un po' titubante, temeva che questa forma d'arte potesse non appartenergli. Questo è un quartiere ricco di storia, in cui ancora si vive l'autenticità di Pisa. Ogni muro racconta un pezzetto di questa storia: gli artisti hanno saputo attingere da questi passaggi per tradurli in valori universali. La comunità ha infine sposato questo progetto, ritrovando la propria identità in questo museo diffuso". Tutto è cominciato nel 2017 con la realizzazione del primo ciclo di murales nel quartiere di Porta a Mare, a cura di alcuni tra i più quotati street artist italiani, chiamati a ridipingere un quartiere di Pisa in cui si trova ancora traccia della sua anima di Repubblica Marinara. Sul finire del 2023 la prima edizione del Festival della Strada, tra le sale di Palazzo Blu, la Chiesa di Santa Maria della Spina e la strada, appunto, dove gli artisti coinvolti hanno trovato ciascuno la propria "tela". L'associazione Start Attitude è nata nel giugno 2017 e coinvolge un team di giovani creativi under 35 con competenze complementari (fotografo, videomaker, ufficio stampa e social media marketing, assistenti); ha all'attivo importanti rassegne internazionali, festival, mostre e pubblicazioni. Il curatore è Gian Guido Maria Grassi, nato a Lucca nel 1988.... #notizie #news #breakingnews #cronaca #politica #eventi #sport #moda Read the full article

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With the festive season just around the corner,

We consider ourselves lucky to have the immense creative invention and skill of Bettina Reeves and Mayumi Takahagi to hand make all of our wonderful, bespoke Christmas decorations each year. They have been helping us since 2018 and each year have added to the themed decorations throughout the public areas and in our private function rooms.

From a beautiful Christmas tree made from swathes of glorious green fabric, silken pom poms and twinkling lights to a Havana-style Rum Shack in the Ballroom Bar, prancing hares, dainty robins, wise snowy owls and gold frosted wreaths made from entirely natural foraged materials, they have really allowed their imaginations to run wild and created some truly magical Festive displays for us.

Our first Bettina and Mayumi tree in production, 2018.

Finished tree in the foyer at The Angel, 2018.

The Rum Shack, created for Havana Nights parties, 2019.

A parliament of owls, 2020/2021.

Hares prancing in the Cellar, 2018.

A couple of weeks ago, Bettina and Mayumi held a decoration making workshop that staff and other helpers were invited to attend.

It was a lovely day, we sat together in the Ballroom and learnt how to make the beautiful birdsa and stars that adorn the displays in December. 

We thought it was a shame to keep this all to ourselves and have written this exclusive guide to enable you to make decorations just like ours at home.

How to make an embroidered Christmas star decoration;

What you will need;

Felt in any colour you choose, we used white for our stars

Thin wadding

Embroidery needle and thread, again in any colour of your choice

Sequins for decoration

A4 sheet of card

Step 1

Cut a star shape, roughly 12cm diameter from the A4 sheet of card, this will be your guide for cutting out the shape of your decoration. 

Step 2

Using the card star shape as your guide, cut out 2 star shapes from the felt and 1 from the thin wadding. Then, line up the 3 stars with the wadding in between the 2 felt stars

Step 3 

Starting at one of the internal corners, blanket stitch all the way around the outside of the star in the coloured thread of your choice. Make sure to remember to split your embroidery thread strands so you have only 2 or 3

Step 4

Once you have stitched all the way around the outside of your star you are ready to get creative with decoration, use different coloured threads, sequins, beads or any other bits you like to create patterns on both sides of your star. Using a water erasable marker pen for guidance can be helpful, or chalk.

See the images below for some inspiration. 

Step 5

Use the needs to thread a thicker length of embroidery thread or ribbon through one of the stars points for hanging and tie it in a knot.

Step 6

Hang it in pride of place on your Christmas tree!

Once you have mastered the simple star shape, you may want to move on to other shapes such as birds, see some photos below of bird shapes have embroidered for decorations too…

Here is a sheet to print for an easy guide to follow at home...

Tag us on social media to be in with a chance of winning an exclusive Angel Hotel Festive Season 2023 mug and tea towel set designed by Alexis Snell. Winners will be chosen on 23rd December 2023.

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Riot of Rot 2023 checklist under the cut.

SKINS & ACCENTS

Festermane (Aberration f) x1

I Love's Mom's Soup (Aberration m) x1

Contagious Invasion (Aether m) x1

Moth Eaten (Banescale f) 

Eaters of the Dead (Coatl f) x1

Crowsoul (Coatl m) x1

Primal Rot (Fae m) x1

Hare of the Bog (Imperial m) x1

Glistening Mutation (Mirror f) x1

Blackfly (Mirror m) 

Stained Mould (Ridgeback f) x1

Boiling Boneyard (Ridgeback m) x1 

Rotten Work (Skydancer f) 

Hellwell Snaps (Snapper f) 

All-Consuming Contagion (Snapper m)

Vertebrae (Spiral m) x1

FESTIVE FAVORS

Boneyard Drape x10

Marigold of Rot x2

Tertiary Gene: Riot (Aberration) x5

Tertiary Gene: Riot (Gaoler) x5

SURPLUS

All-Seeing Shrooms x800

Chests x1

[whatsonmedia]

Music Monday: Soar on the Wings of Humphries' Latest Tracks!

This week's Music Monday playlist features a vibrant selection of Adam Humphries' latest tracks. His music crafts an unforgettable journey that transports you to new horizons, with pulsing rhythms, uplifting melodies, and heartfelt vocals. IDM phenomenon Fuera release evolutionary new single - 'Mariposa' Just three and a bit minutes of European electronic dance music bliss, and definitely one that wouldn't be out of place on the festival circuit. Like a lot of European dance tunes it's sung in Fuera's native language; Italian. The Italian trio fuse together native sounds from IDM, ambient and dance. Mariposa is a dance gem  https://open.spotify.com/track/2nMURIP9uIZhQpEbbPABJE?si=07e41dadeaaa44fd FUNKE AND THE TWO TONE BABY - Releases Funky "One In A Million" || Final Single Ahead of 'Reacclimate' LP (out 20 Oct) FUNKE is every bit the creative artist who likes to surprise his fans and other music fans alike. Fusing rock and Funk are two types of music that you genuinely think wouldn't even go together, let alone alone make a great song where all genre types can be heard yet FUNKE's managed it. Check him out on tour next month  STREAM ON YOUTUBE HERE https://youtu.be/xZBCUM5Pbwo?si=_W3nHRvmYdET18vP ALL SERVICES HERE https://lnk.to/OIAMFunke UK LIVE DATES 2023 OCTOBER 20 RAMSGATE Ramsgate Music Hall NOVEMBER 08 SHEFFIELD Yellow Arch 09 LEEDS Hyde Park Book Club 10 GLASGOW Hug & Pint 11 CARLISLE The Source Collective 15 CARDIFF Clwb Ifor Bach 16 BRISTOL The Jam Jar 17 SOUTHAMPTON Joiners 18 HASTINGS The Brass 22 LONDON Paper Dress Vintage 23 BIRMINGHAM Hare & Hounds 24 EXETER Bomba! Tickets available now here. https://funkeandthetwotonebaby.co.uk/shows SAM SCHERDEL - Releases Anthemic "R.E.T.R.O" Single || Streaming Now And it has all the sounds of an anthem alright, a very good one. R.E.T.R.O, the new single from Sam and is every bit upbeat, guaranteed to get you miming along. After taking a break the Yorkshire-based artist, this track marks a welcomereturn. Even though this one is of the post-Brit Pop era it sounds like it could fit in easily. Fabulous tune  STREAM ON SPOTIFY HERE https://open.spotify.com/album/1DnE0zivi0Tc6vLUz05Dtc?si=CLKM8xa3TVey-fH0Aqr7rg ALL SERVICES HERE https://kycker.ffm.to/retro?fbclid=IwAR0gON3jUKSo6JZs1WbfUGvFc_PF-zDhirRwhXRNE0gwHRoOI3ZQQQAOh3k SAM SCHERDEL UK LIVE DATES 2023 OCTOBER  25 DONCASTER Dome* 27 LONDON Spice Of Life NOVEMBER 24 MEXBOROUGH Gorilla Beer Hall * Supporting Two Door Cinema Club THE SLEEPING SOULS - Release "Weathering The Storm" Track || + Announce UK Tour Dates in 2024 If I had only five words to describe Weathering The Storm it'd be this; cinematic, superb, incredible, haunting and captivating. As a song it has all the workings of not just an amazing rock song but something worthy of a cinematic usage. The video itself is just as amazing and you can sing to it as well. Has a storytelling element that weaves right through it  STREAM ON ALL SERVICES HERE https://orcd.co/weatheringthestorm WATCH THE VIDEO HERE https://youtu.be/ksHpZjFkVgM THE SLEEPING SOULS UK TOUR 2024 JANUARY 23 GLASGOW King Tuts 24 NOTTINGHAM Rescue Rooms 25 MANCHESTER Band On The Wall 26 BRISTOL Thekla 27 LONDON The Garage Tickets on sale now here:  https://www.livenation.co.uk/artist-the-sleeping-souls-and-sean-mcgowan-1442248 https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=httpswww.livenation.co.ukartist-the-sleeping-souls-and-sean-mcgowan-1442248&c=E,1,tBdiJYdkGo_MyV2abY22tTj21KhP3JzvY8ezQQOG26FIe5PbL4MjTmSqW6NsOrrQqlkL1Y_5pO3DyNg1QwWryZmkwoLzfL4Z7nHHKcNUVPJUcOLCVQ,,&typo=1 YOVA - Return with Phantasmic "Dreamcatchers" Single & Confirm New Album for 2024 Jova Radevska and Mark Vernon, the musical duo that are the talent behind YOVA. Dreamcatchers is something of a haunting quality to it which you can feel the emotions of upset and inner turmoil in the words. In their own ways both Jova and Mark both sell this song, Mark with his instrumentals and Jova with her outstanding voice  STREAM ON YOUTUBE HERE https://youtu.be/ZNktU_PEhqs?si=VR2RcxVwqzsqCqSO SPOTIFY HERE https://open.spotify.com/track/0p0zcnlu8bCBZo5TdCN3Z5?si=b7e15a148a974548 YOVA - LIVE DATES 25 Oct - LONDON, The Troubadour - TICKETS https://www.ticketweb.uk/event/troubadour-presents-yova-leo-troubadour-tickets/13467558 Read the full article

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NICK MACLEAN QUARTET feat. BROWNMAN ALI ALBUM PRE-RELEASE TOUR

The Herbie Hancock-influenced modern jazz ensemble NICK MACLEAN QUARTET feat. BROWNMAN ALI celebrates the release of their hotly anticipated sophomore album CONVERGENCE. Catch them for a night of hard-swinging, exploratory modern jazz!

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SAT-OCT-14, 08pm: Oshawa, ON - Simcoe Blues & Jazz TIX: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/716632486057 SUN-OCT-15, 07pm: Toronto, ON - Duffy's Tavern TIX: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/715498203387 MON-OCT-16, 07pm: Niagara, ON - The Hare Wine Co (Twilight Jazz and Blues Series - Niagara Jazz Festival) TIX: https://niagarajazzfestival.com/events/twilight-jazz-blues-series-convergence-nick-maclean/

FULL TOUR INFORMATION: www.NicholasMaclean.com

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"I was a great fan of Herbie Hancock’s 60’s music. Nick Maclean Quartet is very solid. « Convergence » is one of the best canadian albums of 2023 and should have chances to get a Juno."

- Denys Lelièvre, CKRL (Quebec City, Canada)

This October, the NICK MACLEAN QUARTET feat. BROWNMAN ALI celebrates the release of their hotly anticipated sophomore album CONVERGENCE. Led by fast-rising piano star NICK MACLEAN -- a 10x Global Music Award winner and one of the most in-demand young jazz piano players in Toronto -- this contemplative yet thrilling quartet delivers jazz between the two poles of thoughtful introspection and powerhouse conveyance, taking influences from Herbie Hancock's primordial 1960's Blue Note era recordings. Maclean's quartet heavily features one of Canada's most provocative improvising trumpet players -- BROWNMAN ALI -- an internationally acclaimed, multi-award winning jazz iconoclast who has been heralded as "Canada's preeminent jazz trumpet player" by New York City's Village Voice and is best known globally as the last trumpet player to play in the legendary jazz-hip-hop group GURU's JAZZMATAZZ. For this show, Ali & Maclean stand shoulder-to-shoulder with 2 of Canada's top-tier 20-somethings: CHRIS PARNIS (in for Ben Duff) on upright bass, and PETROS ANAGNOSTAKOS on drums (in for Jacob Wutzke).

Copies of CONVERGENCE will be available for purchase at the show (physical and digital)

:: Nick Maclean - piano :: Brownman Ali - trumpet :: Chris Parnis - bass (in for Ben Duff) :: Petros Anagnostakos - drums (in for Jacob Wutzke)

Come witness these four in full flight, this tour features many nights of deeply exploratory, hard-swinging modern-jazz audiences nation-wide will not want to miss. —-

WATCH Nick Maclean Quartet perform the Maclean original 'ROAD WARRIOR’, a single from CONVERGENCE

WATCH Nick Maclean Quartet perform the Hancock classic 'DOLPHIN DANCE’, a single from CONVERGENCE

WATCH Nick Maclean Quartet perform the Maclean original 'VERBOTEN’, a single from CONVERGENCE

WATCH Nick Maclean Quartet perform the Brownman original 'WISDOM OF AURELIUS’, a single from CONVERGENCE

For more info: www.NicholasMaclean.com www.Brownman.com www.Browntasauras.com