#Poetry exhibitions and lectures

[worldpoetryday]

Poetry slam after work.

In this poetic exhibition tour, two accomplished poetry slammers, Arielle Cottingham and Yasmin Abbas, lead through The Struggle of Memory. Deutsche Bank Collection and La Chola Poblete: Guaymallén and react to specially selected works of art. In their examination of the themes of the two exhibitions, the poets present new texts and fresh improvisations, supplemented by repertoire texts in German and English.

The line-up of neighborhood poets is created with contributions from Arielle Cottingham, winner of the Australian National Poetry Slam 2016, and Yasmin Abbas, finalist of the Rhineland-Palatinate Poetry Slam Championships 2023.

[stardust-swan]

Lifestyle of the Refined, Cultured City Girl

She takes advantage of living somewhere with access to many cultural activities. She attends the symphony, the theatre, the ballet, and the orchestra. She visits art galleries and museums. She attends book readings, poetry readings, lectures by experts in various subjects, and writer's talks. She watches independent films in small cinemas. She goes to fashion shows. She unwinds by reading in a beautiful, old library. Many of these activities are free or cheap, so money is rarely a concern.

She has social hobbies, like playing an instrument in a local band, attending a book club or writer's group, participating in poetry readings, and taking evening classes and workshops on subjects like painting, fashion, learning a language, culinary classes, learning an instrument, etc.

She has private hobbies too, like writing a novel, creating art, studying, reading, and taking private music lessons.

On dates, she goes to painting classes where her and her date paint each other's portrait, pottery classes where they make each other something special, fine restaurants where she and her date try new cuisine, and upscale hotels for a fine afternoon tea.

She is always studying. Whether it's in University for a degree that will help her get her dream job, or a less formal education like learning about the world of art from her trips to the galleries, or learning about the history and culture of her city by exploring it, she's always taking advantage of the opportunities she has to expand her knowledge.

She participates in cultural festivities that may be held in her city, such as wine tastings, cheese tastings, art exhibits, film festivals, and book fairs.

She visits historical landmarks and sites to learn about her city's past and culture.

She visits rooftop bars and lounges, both to socialise and admire the view of the city.

She networks with people in high positions, and socialises at events and gatherings like cocktail parties, charity functions, and dinner parties.

She visits both high end boutiques and small, locally owned shops.

She spends time in nature by going to parks and botanical gardens.

She gives back to her community by support or volunteering with a charity or non-profit

She attends a yoga or meditation class at a wellness centre.

She discovers her local patisseries and bakeries and enjoys fresh baked goods.

She takes walking or cycling tours of the city's historic districts to learn about its culture and landmarks.

She visits a local farmers market for fresh produce and unique artisanal products.

She's always dressed impeccably. You will never see her in ratty old clothes, gym gear unless she's actually in the gym, or flip-flops unless she's at the beach. Her hair is always tidy, and her makeup never looks caked on. Her nails are always clean and neat. Her skincare routine is down to a T. She never says "I'm just going to the store" as an excuse to dress frumpily, as she knows there's always the risk of running into someone important and does not want to look like a slob. She does not hold onto clothes that are worn out, damaged, or unflattering, leaving only chic outfits available to dress in. She checks herself from all angles before leaving home to make sure there's no wardrobe malfunctions happening at the back of her outfit, e.g a hole in the back of her jeans. She honours herself, those around her, and her city by looking presentable and neat everyday.

Her home is never cluttered. It is decorated with art, including some paintings or pictures of the city, and she has photographs on the mantelpiece of the friends she's made there. She has a variety of books on a range of subjects that interest her. Her kitchen is well-equipped - no living on takeout for her. She has a set of high quality china and luxurious bedding and linen. She plays classical and jazz music instead of keeping the TV on for background noise. She treats herself to a bouquet of flowers to put in a vase occasionally, and may have a houseplant. She lights candles for a beautiful smell. She may have a collection of herbal teas to help her relax in the evenings. She may even have a well-stocked mini bar, space and funds permitting. Her wardrobe is carefully selected. Her home is stylish, yet comfortable, and always feels ready for guests. She practices the art of entertaining, and does it well.

She knows about hidden treasures in her city that one can't find out about just from doing an internet search. For example, in Paris, a string quartet of musicians meet up on a random day each week and play a free concert in the courtyard of the Louvre, but you wouldn't know this from looking up places to visit in Paris. It's something you must discover on your own or hear about by word of mouth. It could be a small unassuming café that makes the best dish you've ever tasted, or a beautiful building people rarely visit (like the medieval church/graveyard in my neighbourhood that's usually locked up and difficult to see into because of the high walls surrounding it, but if you pass by at the right time, the groundskeepers may be there and let you in to see the blooming flowers and trees beyond the graveyard gates if you ask nicely), an out-of-the-way boutique that sells gorgeous garments, a hidden park tucked away from the main streets, or a secret or exclusive bar or nightclub.

[touchlikethesun]

what i think the marauders would study at uni (because i'm procrastinating on my uni work)

james: psychology, with a plan to get a masters in social work, he wants to be a child psychologist so bad it's not even funny

sirius: theatre, he's dramatic and the stage loves him, was there ever even a question - he's in like 3 student productions a term on top of his course work, and it barely phases him

remus: linguistics, i think remus would find linguistics, especially sociolinguistics really fascinating, but he'd dabble in kind of every subfield - he lives in the library and loves pouring over data sets and grammar trees (was a fervent chomskyian until studying austronesian languages and now chomsky is his greatest enemy)

peter: maths, this one i have less of a reason for, just because i know a few mathematicians that remind me of peter (this is a good thing they are good friends of mine)

lily: biochem, i think she has a special interest in like some endangered small mammal and intends to dedicate many many years to studying and trying to save it

mary: history and politics, but like focusing on the history of social movements, again, i think mary is a little activist and she gets into debates with PPE-ists and absolutely obliterates them

marlene: physics, marlene is super smart but in like a really laid back way, no one thinks she studies physics, but really she's finishing her degree with multiple offers for phd programs

dorcas: art history, dorcas is an art hoe if ever i met one, and on top of her degree in art history she also somehow is finding time to paint paintings for student exhibitions (also stem x art gfs with marls sooo)

pandora: french and italian, not linguistics but literature, she absolutely loves french and italian literature, italian poetry and french victorian lit, also i feel like french and italian lit are like... pretty... just like her :)

barty: PPE (politics), he is the one that mary most consistently owns in debates and it frustrates him to no end. only doing it because he went to a super posh boarding school and his dad is making him.

evan: law, and he hates it

regulus: CLASSICS CLASSICS CLASSICS literally there is no other option regulus is a classicist and he loves it and he goes to every lecture reads the entire reading list for each essay

[deathsdormantdaughter]

We are still putting this idea together, but I thought I would share some of our vision for future calls, promotion, and goals of this publication/project:

First for transparencies sake, it should be known that this blog is run by a neurodivergent system and as such there may be times when we are forced to temporarily shut down or outsource projects/calls/etc that allow for the best possible promotion of authors/artist/musicians/game designers/ect. possible. We will always give our thousand percent to the running of this publication, but please remember we are a single physical body and with a divided consciousness and limited energy and physical power. That being said, we are incredibly ambitious and have many dreams and interest in the next few years that we would like to explore! If you are interested click the read more.

Following the line of thought above, it should be known that as a system we have many different interests and pursuits in the arts. As such we would want to pursue audio submissions, visual submissions, written submissions, interactive submissions and recorded submissions. We have divided these interests into times of year according to when we will pay attention to them specifically and to enjoy bringing them to a wider audience. It should also be noted that all of these would have the same submission fee: 5$

We don't like to charge fees, but it is necessary to keep ourselves in a reasonable amount of independence and keeping the project going.

January 15th--March 15th

music, audioplays, musical art (such as soundscapes or other forms of using sound as an artistic medium--this would be a really experimental section) And would be published/promoted March 25th on this blog, plus on youtube, soundcloud, spotify (if allowed).

March 30th--May 15th

short films, music videos, recorded performance art, recorded plays, recorded monologues, and cryptidart which is something coined by me as something groundbreaking, undefined, new--just rattles the pervious held ideals of recorded art and what the genre can do. Would publish on this blog, as well as on YouTube. Published/promoted May 25th.

May 31st--June 15

RPGS, Tabletop and Board Games, Interactive Novels and Click Through Games (these would be published on itch.io [uploaded June 25th]) as well as visual art and pictures of *original* 3D prints of *original* characters and *original* fantasy/sci-fi concepts which would be shared here on the blog. [Concepts and visual/3D art would be shared in a weeklong upload frenzy between June 19th to June 26th]

June 30th--August 15th

Knitting patterns/Crochet Patterns/Loom Knitted Patterns to be shared in pdf form as well as printed as collection through amazon.com. The PDF will be shared on this blog. We will also be accepting photographic exhibitions of knitting projects to put in a weeklong "digital gallery" showing on this blog between August 25th and August 31st]

September 15th--October 15th

Poetry. short stories, CNF, and experimental writing. These writings will be shared as PDF on this blog, as well as a printed copy on amazon.com The collection will be themed and published on October 31st.

We would also do two retreats a year. (Not starting until at least 2024--but possibly later than that too.)

The first would be November 1st-8th. It would be a playwrighting retreat held digitally in which we present [1] 90-minute lecture on the first night and then host [6] two-hour workshops involving communicating with other writers and receiving feedback on projects and changes.

We would accept between 8 and 10 participants.

It would cost 20$ to apply and, if accepted, it would cost 250$ to attend.

The second would be December 15th-21st. It would be a poetry and visual poetry writing retreat held digitally. We would present [2] 90-minute lectures spaced out between [3] two-hour workshops to receive feedback on current projects and communicating with other writers.

This would also accept between 8 and 10 participants.

It is the same cost as above in both cases.

[starqueen87]

Solomon Brown: First African American Employee at the Smithsonian Institution

Solomon G. Brown (c.1829–1906) was the first African American employee at the Smithsonian Institution, serving for fifty-four years from 1852 to 1906. During his time at the Smithsonian, he held many titles and performed many duties in service to the Institution. He served under the first three Smithsonian Secretaries, Joseph Henry, Spencer Fullerton Baird, and Samuel P. Langley. He formed a deep personal friendship with Baird which is evident in the letters featured on this page. He also served his community in Anacostia, a part of Washington, DC, and was a prominent advocate of African American progress.

"I have engaged in almost Every Branch of work that is usual and unusual about S.I.," Solomon G. Brown.

These words, written to Secretary Baird on August 12, 1862, encapsulate his long and eclectic career at the Smithsonian Institution. In 1902, he wrote a poem commemorating his fifty years at the Smithsonian —spanning the Institution's formative years. Brown, born a free man when slavery was legal in Washington, DC, joined the staff of the Smithsonian shortly after it was founded in 1846.

Born around 1829, Brown was one of six children. With the unfortunate death of his father in 1833, Brown's chance of attending school and receiving a formal education was over. However, Brown began working for Lambert Tree, assistant postmaster with the DC post office. It was in this capacity that Brown first met Joseph Henry, the Smithsonian's first Secretary. Tree detailed Brown to work with Henry, Samuel B. Morse, and Alfred Vail, while they developed the first magnetic telegraph that ran from DC to Baltimore, Maryland.

In 1852, Brown was hired as a general laborer by the Smithsonian under Henry. Initially, he built exhibit cases, cleaned and moved furniture for the Institution, and shortly became the supervisor of a small group of Smithsonian workers. While working, Brown developed a close relationship with then Assistant Secretary Baird, a naturalist and later second Secretary of the Institution. The two worked together until Baird's death in 1887. Baird trusted Brown implicitly and when out of town, relied on Brown to be his "eyes and ears" of the Institution. Brown and Baird frequently corresponded about the operations of the Smithsonian, city events, and their personal lives, sharing a wry sense of humor about life. From these letters we learn that Brown entertained visitors, handled the mail, made travel arrangements, performed clerical duties, and paid the household staff for the Baird family in addition to his other numerous Smithsonian duties.

Brown also wrote to Baird during the Civil War, reporting on the events occurring around DC and the effects felt by the Smithsonian Institution. He described the dangers to Baird's property and delays in communication from Washington. In 1864, Brown wrote of the Confederate march on the city and his own exemption from the military draft. These letters provide the unique views of a free, African American man on the progress of the Civil War as it raged around him.

Although he lacked a formal education, Brown was considered a Renaissance man. While working for Baird, he educated himself in the field of natural history. He illustrated maps and specimens for many of Baird's lectures, as well as his own talks on topics such as "The Social Habits of Insects," and delivered them to church organizations and civic groups. Not only did he excel as a naturalist, but he was an illustrator, lecturer, philosopher, and poet. Brown also read his poetry, which focused on religion and the social issues of the day, to local audiences and civic organizations. After Baird's death in 1887, Brown served as a clerk for the Smithsonian International Exchange Service, distributing scholarly publications around the world.

Brown's activities also reached beyond the walls of the Smithsonian. Within his own Anacostia (Hillsdale) community, Brown was viewed as a leader. Brown and his wife Lucinda hosted picnics for their local community, one of which was attended by Frederick Douglass. He was elected to the DC House of Delegates, served as superintendent of the Pioneer Sabbath School and the North Washington Mission Sunday school, and was a trustee of the 15th Street Presbyterian Church. He was committed to bettering education and gaining opportunities for African American citizens.

A man of limitless energy, Solomon G. Brown continued to work at the Smithsonian, write and draw, as well as serve his community until his retirement on February 14, 1906. Not long afterward, Brown died at his home on June 24, 1906. Over a century has passed, yet Brown's devotion to the foundation of the Smithsonian is still remembered today. In 2004, several trees were planted around the National Museum of Natural History in his honor.

[hplovecraftmuseum]

Clark Ashton Smith (Jan. 13, 1893 - August 14, 1961) corresponded by letter with H. P. Lovecraft from 1922 until Lovecraft's death in 1937. In the letters which passed between the pair (they never met in person) there is a remarkable similarity in style and literary form. Certainly in Lovecraft's letters to Smith there was a tendency to reference fanciful ideas and a further development of his own fictional mythic backstory. Lovecraft never dared to lecture Smith, who was very close to his own age, on literary subjects. HPL took the attitude of 'teacher' and father figure to some of his younger correspondent friends like Long, Derleth, and Conover. Considering the sympatico elements of their fictional styles it is perhaps surprising that Smith and Lovecraft never created any tales together. Smith, however, was much more varied in his fictional creations than HPL. Many of Smith's stories were "interplanetary" whilst Lovecraft's nearly always centered on earthly events. Certainly there were alien beings from other planets or dimensions in Lovecraft's fiction, but in every case they had colonized our planet from other origins and the 'action' was always centered on Terra Firma. Lovecraft and Smith may have been hesitant to create a story together because the possibility of creating a row over any disagreement over particulars was always a potential. Most of the collaborations created by Lovecraft and others had been with the master essentially helping out younger writers. E. Hoffmann Price though close in age to HPL shared credit with Lovecraft in writing, THROUGH THE GATES OF THE SILVER KEY, but Lovecraft changed all but 50 words of Hoffmann's drafts and was never happy with the result even then. Collaboration was always a potential for stiffness and restriction for Lovecraft. Though it seemed that HPL respected Smith tremendously as an artist there were certainly glaring differences in the two men otherwise: Smith often explored erotic subjects in his tales and poetry, Lovecraft avoided discussions on sex whenever possible. In his letters to friends like August Derleth, Smith on the other hand was not hesitant to mention "making love" to his female dates. Smith had no problem enjoying a few glasses of wine either - Lovecraft claimed he had never touched alcohol of any kind in his whole life. Smith wore a moustache for most of his adult life. Lovecraft had a dislike of facial hair of any kind. Clark Ashton Smith had a tendency to wear clothing styles that Lovecraft would never have been seen dead in! Shirts with large lapels, barets, and somewhat ' progressive' jackets would never have been seen on the ultra- conservative Lovecraft. Lovecraft had a certain ability to overlook or forgive disagreeable elements in persons who otherwise showed creativity as poets or artists. Even in his day, artistic types displayed a tendency to be a bit eccentric in dress, speech, morality, or personal values. Lovecraft may have objected to certain persons in the abstract, but those who knew him personally nearly all claimed that he was a very loyal friend. (Exhibit 336)

[finishinglinepress]

FLP POETRY BOOK OF THE DAY: Sex, Love, and Black Lives by Dr. Mack Curry IV On SALE now! Pre-order Price Guarantee: https://www.finishinglinepress.com/product/sex-love-and-black-lives-by-dr-mack-curry-iv/ Sex, Love, and Black Lives showcases #poems that look into the mind of a young #black #man in his 20s (and early 30s). These poems include various perspectives on love, sex, family, race, and society. In addition to discussing different topics, these poems also exhibit mastery of ghazals, terza rimas, and a vast array of other formats and literary devices. This book shows a simultaneous growth and development of the author, his ideas, and the work he produces. Come explore the thoughts and experiences that pour from my mind, a bit raunchy, romantic, and radical all at the same time. Dr. Mack Curry IV was born and raised in Bowie, Maryland. He started writing poetry at age 11, and he still enjoys writing poetry twenty years later. Mack received his Bachelors in English from Hampton University in 2013. He then received his Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing from Old Dominion University in 2016, where he completed a poetry thesis titled Sex, Love, and Black Lives. Mack also has Doctorate in Philosophy with a focus in Rhetoric and Composition from Georgia State University in 2020. His specializations are poetry, rhetoric and composition, and African American Vernacular English (AAVE), and he currently serves as a Lecturer of English at Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, Georgia, where he teaches various classes in composition, poetry writing, and literature. Please share/please repost #flpauthor #preorder #AwesomeCoverArt #poetrybook #read #poems

[scotianostra]

On December 27th 1800 Hugh Blair the eminent lecturer and Doctor of Divinity died.

Hugh Blair was a Scottish minister of the Church of Scotland and author. He was one of the first theorists of literature and held the Chair of Rhetoric and Belles Lettres at the University of Edinburgh.

Hugh was born in Edinburgh where he studied philosophy and literature. In 1741 he became a Presbyterian preacher and in 1757 he received an honorary degree of Doctor of Divinity by the church of Saint Andrews.

Blair began to teach literary theory at Edinburgh University in 1759 and was one of the founder members of the Royal Society of Edinburgh in 1783. His main works are Sermons and Lectures on rhetoric and belles lettres.

The fragments:

Blair’s Lectures on rhetoric and belles lettres is a collection of 47 essays based on his lectures at the University of Edinburgh and covers a wide range of aspects of literary composition. Its observations are based both on classical authors (Quintillian, Cicero) and modern literati, such as Addison and Burke.

In Blair’s opinion, literary taste is rooted in the aesthetic qualities of nature, which provides the basic rules for rhetorical discourse. Blair’s theories remained influential throughout the 18th century. In a section on ‘a very insignificant class of writings, known by the name of Romances and novels’, Blair comments upon the qualities of fictitious stories and its negative aspects, referring to the ‘Arabian Night’s Entertainments’ as ‘the production of a romantic invention, but of a rich and amusing imagination; exhibiting a singular and curious display of manners and characters, and beautiful with a very humane morality’.

Hugh Blair was not your typical cleric of the era, in a time it was frowned upon to enjoy poetry and the likes he counted among his friends, poets Names MacPherson, who he encouraged to publish the Ossian poems, and oor bard Robert Burns, who, although not a fan of the church, held Blair in high esteem, the two enjoyed a lengthy correspondence.

Hugh Blair is buried in Edinburgh's Greyfriars Kirkyard, as seen on the pic, his grave marker gives his name in the Latin form 'Hugo'

[elenasunshinemagazine]

How to awaken intuition and creative thinking?

Insensitivity to oneself is a common and natural result of accelerating the pace of life. The development of creative thinking, intuition, building inner peace — all this is part of the field of important and non-urgent.

Skills and qualities, the study of which can significantly enrich life. Here everyone is responsible only to himself: there will be no deadlines, broken deadlines, and there will be no external encouragement. But it is important and non-urgent matters that fill life with meaning and form a special path for everyone.

How to awaken intuition?

Learn to listen to the inner voice; not be afraid to ask and find answers. To admit that you don't know something very important about yourself yet. And want to know. Not to invent, not to adopt from others, but to find your own.

#1. Setting up the subconscious

Intuition is an alternative to the logical and rational way of finding answers. Intuition works on a subconscious level and appeals to impressions, knowledge and experience. The connection is set up outside of a person's control, and the answer comes in the form of a sudden insight. Intuition and creative thinking fuel knowledge, information and impressions as fuel.

High-quality incoming information teaches you to think in images. Intellectual films, classical literature, lectures, fine art, music, poetry and essays - all this feeds intuition. And a trained intuition can become a real effective tool that you can use in finding your right path.

#2. Surround ourselves with strangers

We need new experiences as much as air, food and sleep. It is common for a person to get stuck in the information comfort zone. Fueled by similar information, the mind goes through a familiar circle. On the contrary, intuition and creative thinking require a variety of impressions.

To develop intuition, you will have to abandon the usual picture of the world and look at the space around with a fresh look: without the usual framework and established ideas. Sometimes, when choosing from two options, it is better to prefer the third. Just because you've never done that before.

It will be useful to include people from different spheres in your social circle, without paying attention to age and stereotypes. Learn to keep up a conversation, listen, be interested in the world of others and share their interests. And most importantly - to become an interesting interlocutor yourself.

#3. We are not afraid of loneliness

The best thoughts come alone with yourself. After a friendly meeting, after reading high-quality content, visiting an exhibition or an open lecture hall, from the point of view of developing intuition and creative thinking, it is more effective to experience new impressions in silence.

Arrange regular rituals of loneliness: go out for a walk or stay at home alone. Develop the habit of spending time alone with yourself. Do not get distracted, with your favorite music, which suggests meaningful thoughts, and does not stand as a safe buffer between you and your consciousness.

How often we are afraid of our inner voice. We are looking for any company, just not to be alone. However, intuition will not speak in the presence of outsiders.

#4. Learning to switch

But what if disturbing thoughts rush through your head without stopping? At such moments, you need to switch. High-quality films and books with an exciting plot will help best of all.

A good film will help you to completely transfer yourself into the author's world and distance yourself from the need to find a solution for your own difficult situation here and now. At the same time, your pressing questions will not go away.

The subconscious mind will still be busy searching for a solution. As practical intuition shows, the answer will be qualitatively different than the tortured and suffered one.

#5. We equip our personal space

To develop creative thinking, you will need a suitable space in which you feel safe. A room with soft light. An armchair or pillows on a fluffy carpet. A desktop with a stack of thick paper notebooks. Bright stylish kitchen.

Or maybe it's your laptop, in which everything is perfectly organized into a coherent system of folders? If you feel calm in this place, you can concentrate, come up with something special and bring it to life - then you have not made a mistake with the choice and arrangement of a personal creative space.

# 6. Sharing experiences

The total amount of information is growing exponentially. The content itself is less and less interesting. The eye stops at a few lines of witty comment under a photo on Facebook, and meaningful criticism sometimes turns out to be more interesting than the film or performance itself.

What's the point? Share information. Recycle, search for meaning, criticize. This is how we turn to our opinion, try to understand our attitude to what is happening and become a part of it.

https://elenasunshinemagazine.com/mental-health/how-to-awaken-intuition-and-creative-thinking/

[worldpoetryday]

Local Poetry Reading part of the Worldwide World Poetry Day 2023 Celebrations.

World Poetry Day, which takes place each year on March 21, was first declared by UNESCO during its 30th General Conference in Paris in 1999, with the aim of supporting linguistic diversity through poetic expression and increasing the opportunity for endangered languages to be heard. Granada City of Literature in Spain leads the Cities of Literature World Poetry Day activity each year, and in 2023 their chosen theme is “Poetry for Life.” Granada’s celebrations commence with an opening ceremony at the City Hall central court, with the attendance of the City Mayor and other authorities from the cultural sphere where three poets will perform a poetry reading. This will be followed by 90 poets reading f in the gardens of the University of Granada Law School, 18 city bookstores and the long-running Poetry Slam Granada, in which 10 poets will compete to be judged the winner by public vote.

In all, a dozen of the 42 Cities of Literature are marking World Poetry Day with programs;

Dunedin, New Zealand: Dunedin has filmed performance poet David Eggleton, New Zealand Poet Laureate 2019-22, reading his iconic poem “What the future holds,” for sharing with our friends around the city, across the country and in other UNESCO Cities of Literature.

Durban, South Africa: Durban will celebrate with a short educational cartoon audio book compiled and written by Qap’s Mngadi and Artmatem Projects and Tradings Pty LTD that is based on true life issues that reflect peer pressure and teaches youth about the dangers of drugs.

Heidelberg, Germany: Heidelberg celebrates with a variety of events, embracing readings, poetry exhibitions and lectures organized by stakeholders such as the Heidelberg Forum for Arts, private initiatives and by writers from the city and the region.

Melbourne, Australia: Celebration includes an online video series with five poets from the cities of Heidelberg and Melbourne, to celebrate the culmination of a unique online writers room, Expedition Poetry.

Milan, Italy: Milan will hold several events between March 14-25 that feature poetry performances with poets and citizens, at Fondazione Mudima and at Triennale Milano.

Nanjing, China: Nanjing Literature Hall will receive a group of student visitors from special education institutes, Nanjing School for the Blind and Nanjing School for the Deaf for a shared poetry reading.

Nottingham, England: Nottingham Playhouse, Writing East Midlands and Nottingham UNESCO City of Literature join efforts for the project “Speak Easy for World Poetry Day,” a spoken world open mic night for young writers.

Seattle: Seattle City of Literature will celebrate by hosting bilingual readings in Spanish and English according to the theme “Poetry for life.”

Tartu, Estonia: Tartu will celebrate with a diverse program that involves different venues, age groups and audiences. The celebrations begin with poetry performances by children and youth at Tartu Literature House, including members of Tartu Poetry Theatre carrying out poetry happenings in cafés and restaurants.

Wonju, South Korea: Wonju will celebrate with written poems and promotion on the Wonju city-run Facebook. The participants will be citizens from Wonju. Each participating citizen will contribute a poem of their own creation which will be illustrated by Wonju City of Literature posted between March 17-21.

[viragfold]

“ESCRIBAS – 1st International Exhibition of Asémic Writing”

The exhibition “ESCRIBAS – 1st International Exhibition of Asemic Writing” is part of the program of the V National Festival of Contemporary Art Beagá Psiu Poético. In a production by the Instituto Imersão Latina in partnership with The Virtual Museum of Visual Poetry, the exhibition will present 26 works by artists from 18 countries, constituting the first international group exhibition of its kind held in Brazil.

            Curated by Tchello d’Barros, the exhibition opens on March 14 at 9 am and at 2 pm there will be a lecture by the curator at the exhibition venue, the UFMG Cultural Center. Visitation takes place until 21.Mar.2023, with free admission.

Participating Artistas:  

ADRIAN DORADO (ARGENTINA) | AYIS KELPEKIS (GREECE) | CHEN LI (CHINA /ITALIA) | CHERYL PENN (SOUTH AFRICA) | DAVE READ (CANADA) | DENIS SMITH (AUSTRALIA) |  DONA MAYOORA (INDIA / USA) |  ENZO PATTI (ITALIA) |  FELICIANO DE MIRA (PORTUGAL) | FERRAN DESTEMPLE (ESPAÑA) | JAIME RGUEZ (ESPAÑA) | JOHN R. MCCONNOCHIE (AUSTRALIA) | KEIGO HARA (JAPAN) | MARCO GIOVENALE (ITALIA) | MIRIAM MIDLEY (ARGENTINA) | MUHAMMAD SHEHZAD MAJEED (PAKISTAN) | NICO VASSILAKIS (USA) | PÉTER ABAJKOVICS (HUNGARY) | ROSAIRE APPEL (USA) | SAMI LIUHTO (FINLAND) | SATU KAIKKONEN (FINLAND) | SERSE LUIGETTI (ITALIA) | STEPHEN NELSON (SCOTLAND) | SVEN STAELENS (BELGIUM)  | TCHELLO D'BARROS (BRASIL) | VOLODYMYR BILYK (UKRAINE)

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Curatorial Text:

CALIGRAPHIC POETICS OF ASÉMIC WRITING

                                                         por Tchello d’Barros*

                                           “Asemic writing seems to be a gigantic, unexplored territory.”

                                                                                                                                                    Tim Gaze

The exhibition “ESCRIBAS – 1st International Exhibition of Asémic Writing” presents a collection of works in images with abstract spellings, in the language that is becoming known as Asémic Writing. The set, made up of creations from different parts of the planet, also reveals the plurality of techniques and resources for the realization of these works, transiting between calligraphy, abstraction, engraving and even Visual Poetry.

This show promoted by Instituto Imersão Latina in partnership with The Virtual Museum of Visual Poetry, features 26 works by artists from 18 countries in the V Beagá Psiu Poético program, setting up the first international collective exhibition of this modality held in Brazil.

Spontaneously arising in different cultures throughout history, consolidated as an artistic language at the end of the 20th century, the Asémic Writing still very rare, has been gaining visibility, whether with exhibitions, publications, epistemological studies or placement on the Internet. This hybrid art, which transits between word and image, survived the typographic tsunami of the digital age, privileging handwriting (mainly), albeit abstract, as an expressive manifestation.

The works are made up of often invented letters, words that keep calligraphic remnants, sentence fragments that form thought-provoking abstract figures, configuring every movement that has thickened its network of supporters on all continents. It is an art free of academic labels, institutional immobilization and shallow public cultural policies for the promotion, collection and dissemination of experimental languages. Drawing, painting, infogravure, collages, digital art, interventions and photographs are just some of the resources present in this type of creations, presented here from a perspective of diversity of styles.

It is said of the works of Asémic Writing, which are purposely emptied of meaning – because they are absent of enunciation or message – which does not prevent them from making sense, from the perception of those who observe, since there is a silent dialogue between such contents and the entire lexical and imagery framework of those who immerse themselves in viewing these images.

Theorists of Art in Expanded Field or Expanded Poetry, usually place Asémic Writing in the broad scope of Experimental Poetry. So, provoking reflections on the poetic phenomenon in aspects that strain the limits of language, questioning aesthetic aspects of the hybridity characteristic of contemporary art and provoke the debate about where the compass of poetic making points in our time, are some of the premises that guided the curatorial process for this show.         

*Tchello d’Barros is writer, visual artist and curador.

Master’s student and researcher about Expanded Art on University UFRJ                                                                                           Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brasil – March 2023

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Service:

Opening: 09h - 14.Mar.2023

Lecture with curator and production team: 14h

Visits: Terça à sexta-feira: 9h às 20h e

                   sáb. e dom. das 9h às 17h - Até dia 21.Mar.2023

Place: Centro Cultural da UFMG

           Av. Santos Dumont, 174. Centro, Belo Horizonte – Brazil

Coordenation: Grupo Transa Poética | Psiu Poético Beagá

Production and Setup: Instituto Imersão Latina - IMEL

Realization: The Virtual Museum of Visual Poetry

Curator: Tchello d'Barros

Free Admission

Links:

Exhibition “Escribas” at Facebook

Instituto Cultural Imersão Latina

Centro Cultural da UFMG

The Virtual Museum of Visual Poetry

E S C R I B A S I Mostra Internacional de Escrita Assêmica 1st International Exhibition of Asémic Writing

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The Center for Creative Photography presents a public artist's talk by Masao Yamamoto, a visiting photographer from Japan. This lecture was in conjunction with Etherton Gallery presenting the photographs of Rodrigo Moya, Graciela Iturbide and Masao Yamamoto in Mementos. The exhibition highlighted the photograph as keepsake, a token of remembrance instilled with memories and dreams long past.

The photobook “Sasanami” exists as a collaboration between photographer Masao Yamamoto and musician Akira Uchida, initiated by French publishing house Iikki.

Yamamoto’s photographs capture sights and events from the natural world – back-lit flowers, a single cloud in the sky, the sea at night, a tree at night against the stars, three sleeping ducks, the barely visible shape of a mountain behind fog – with unparalleled admiration, poetry and an eye for beauty. While the simplicity of his compositions invite the reader to get lost in single pictures, when viewed in sequence the photographs build towards a bigger picture, towards a heightened awareness of the world’s richness.

The soundtrack to the book is provided by Akira Uchida (with contribution by Miu Sakamoto), whose atmospheric melodies heighten the primordial and ephemeral aspects of Yamamoto’s images.

Each copy of the book includes a bandcamp coupon for a free download of the music album.

Masao Yamamoto

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What cultural events and festivals are celebrated at JSPM University?

JSPM University celebrates a vibrant array of cultural events and festivals throughout the academic year, fostering a dynamic and inclusive campus environment. These celebrations provide students with opportunities to explore different cultural traditions, showcase talents, and build a sense of community. Here’s a closer look at some of the major cultural events and festivals celebrated at JSPM University:

1. Annual Cultural Fest

One of the highlights of the year is JSPM University’s annual cultural festival, which brings together students from all departments to celebrate diversity, creativity, and talent. This multi-day event includes various activities campus such as music and dance performances, drama, fashion shows, and art exhibitions. Students enthusiastically participate in these activities, showcasing their skills and competing in friendly interdepartmental competitions. The cultural fest is a time for students to relax, have fun, and experience the vibrant spirit of the university.

2. Traditional Indian Festivals

JSPM University places a strong emphasis on celebrating India’s rich cultural heritage, and traditional festivals such as Diwali, Holi, Navratri, and Eid are celebrated with great enthusiasm. During Diwali, the campus is adorned with lights and decorations, creating a festive atmosphere. Students and faculty often come together for a rangoli competition, diya lighting, and a special cultural program that includes music, dance, and traditional performances. Holi, the festival of colors, is celebrated with fun and excitement, as students gather to play with colors and enjoy music.

Navratri is another significant event, marked by Garba and Dandiya nights, where students dress in traditional attire and participate in vibrant dance performances. These festivals allow students from diverse backgrounds to come together, experience India’s cultural diversity, and build connections through shared celebrations.

3. International Students’ Day

With an increasing number of international students at JSPM University, International Students’ Day is celebrated to showcase the cultural diversity of the student body. Students from various countries are encouraged to present traditional performances, food stalls, and displays that highlight their cultural heritage. This event promotes cross-cultural understanding and provides an opportunity for students to experience and appreciate global traditions, music, and cuisine.

4. Literary and Arts Festival

JSPM University hosts an annual literary and arts festival, which is an intellectual and creative celebration featuring activities such as poetry slams, debate competitions, storytelling sessions, and art exhibitions. Students placement passionate about literature, public speaking, and the arts get a platform to express themselves, exchange ideas, and engage in thought-provoking discussions. The event often includes guest lectures and workshops by renowned writers, artists, and thinkers, enhancing the cultural and intellectual fabric of the university.

5. Talent Shows and Open Mic Events

Throughout the year, JSPM University organizes talent shows and open mic events, giving students a stage to showcase their musical, dance, comedy, and other performance skills. These events are less formal but highly engaging, allowing students to experiment and express their talents in a supportive environment. Open mic nights, in particular, are popular among students who wish to share their original music, poetry, or stand-up comedy routines.

6. Social and Awareness Campaigns

JSPM University also celebrates cultural values through social awareness events such as Women’s Day, Earth Day, and World Environment Day. These events combine cultural performances with activities that raise awareness about important social issues. For instance, on Earth Day, students may participate in eco-friendly drives, art installations, or street plays that promote environmental consciousness. Women’s Day celebrations often include workshops, panel discussions, and cultural performances that celebrate women’s achievements and address gender issues.

7. Farewell and Welcome Parties

Welcoming new students and bidding farewell to graduating students are integral parts of JSPM University’s cultural calendar. Freshers’ parties are admission organized to help new students settle in, make friends, and get acquainted with campus life, while farewell parties celebrate the achievements of the graduating batch. Both events include music, dance, games, and speeches, creating cherished memories and a sense of belonging.

Conclusion

JSPM University’s cultural events and festivals are a reflection of its diverse and inclusive community. By celebrating both Indian traditions and global cultures, the university provides students with a holistic experience that goes beyond academics. These events help students forge lasting friendships, explore different cultures, and develop a well-rounded personality, making their time at JSPM University memorable and enriching.

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Nayamullah Jamming and Listening Station /// 나야물라 잼 및 청취 스테이션

Curatorial Proposition: The jamming station of Nayamullah and the OK Studio of Julian Abraham "Togar" are the starting point in the pavilion development. Through both installations, the pavilion is imagined as a space for call and response, listening and playing, being with each other and in solitude. The pavilion's location in the National Asian Cultural Center, as one of the free admission spaces within the 15th Gwangju Biennale, provides another context on how a communal space could look when resources are abundant.

큐레이토리얼 제안: 나야물라의 잼 스테이션과 줄리안 아브라함 "토가르"의 OK 스튜디오는 파빌리온 개발의 출발점입니다. 두 설치물을 통해, 파빌리온은 호출과 응답, 듣기와 연주하기, 함께 있음과 고독의 공간으로 상상됩니다. 제15회 광주비엔날레의 무료 입장 공간 중 하나인 국립아시아문화전당에 위치한 파빌리온은 자원이 풍부할 때 공동체 공간이 어떤 모습일 수 있는지에 대한 또 다른 맥락을 제공합니다.

Nayamullah is a group of researchers and a band connected through a shared interest in Danarto's works. Nayamullah has produced radio programs and composed songs based on Danarto's stories and works in an effort to keep Danarto's spirit, thoughts, and aesthetics alive. Danarto (27 June 1941 in Sragen, Central Java – 10 April 2018, Jakarta) was an Indonesian writer and artist renowned for his interdisciplinary approach in theatre, literature, music, and visual art. His extensive style ranged from abstract, magical realism, and Sufism to concrete poetry.

Nayamullah took on one of Danarto’s methods, Teater tanpa penonton (Theatre without spectators) to reconnect with other Danarto’s ideas, thoughts, and works through songs and sounds. Danarto introduced this idea at least twice. First in practice and as the name of a theatre group that he assembled to perform his 1978 ‘Bel Geduwel Beh’ play. And, later on, he elaborated Teater tanpa penonton through a lecture with the same title in the 1980 Theatre Meeting in Jakarta.

Nayamullah jamming station is a continuation of Danarto's Teater tanpa penonton where visitors are invited to shift from being spectators into players as they choose to pick up any instrument and jam. The listening station plays various recorded jamming sessions from Nayamullah and Julian Abraham "Togar" as reference points. The signage is part of OK Studio, the ongoing series of work by Julian Abraham "Togar"—a place for music and events and to imagine the role of public space. The Nayamullah iterations span through the Indonesia’s National Cultural Week (2023), The Acquiescent Allies exhibition (2022), and Istanbul Biennale (2022).

Photo Credit: Yudha Kusuma P.

나야물라는 다나르토의 작품에 대한 공통된 관심사로 연결된 연구자들과 밴드 그룹입니다. 나야물라는 다나르토의 정신, 사상, 그리고 미학을 살아있게 하기 위해 다나르토의 이야기와 작품을 바탕으로 라디오 프로그램을 제작하고 노래를 작곡했습니다. 다나르토(1941년 6월 27일 스라겐, 중부 자바 - 2018년 4월 10일, 자카르타)는 연극, 문학, 음악, 시각 예술에서 학제간 접근으로 유명한 인도네시아 작가이자 예술가였습니다. 그의 광범위한 스타일은 추상, 마술적 사실주의, 수피즘에서 구체시에 이르기까지 다양했습니다.

나야물라는 다나르토의 방법 중 하나인 테아터 탄파 페논톤(관객 없는 연극)을 채택하여 노래와 소리를 통해 다나르토의 다른 아이디어, 사상, 작품들과 다시 연결하고자 했습니다. 다나르토는 이 아이디어를 최소 두 번 소개했습니다. 첫 번째는 실제로, 그리고 1978년 '벨 게두웰 베' 연극을 공연하기 위해 그가 구성한 극단의 이름으로 사용했습니다. 그 후, 1980년 자카르타 연극 모임에서 같은 제목의 강연을 통해 테아터 탄파 페논톤을 더 자세히 설명했습니다.

나야물라 잼 스테이션은 다나르토의 테아터 탄파 페논톤의 연장선으로, 방문객들이 관객에서 연주자로 전환하여 원하는 악기를 선택해 즉흥 연주에 참여할 수 있습니다. 청취 스테이션에서는 나야물라와 줄리안 아브라함 "토가르"의 다양한 녹음된 잼 세션을 참고 자료로 재생합니다. 이 표지판은 줄리안 아브라함 "토가르"의 진행 중인 작업 시리즈인 OK 스튜디오의 일부로, 음악과 이벤트를 위한 장소이자 공공 공간의 역할을 상상해볼 수 있는 곳입니다. 나야물라의 반복적인 활동은 인도네시아 국가 문화 주간(2023), 순응하는 동맹자들 전시회(2022), 그리고 이스탄불 비엔날레(2022)를 통해 펼쳐졌습니다.

사진 제공: 유다 쿠수마 P.

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Week Nine

Next works plan:

Paint more cans (green multiple lights in checker arrangement, a desktop screen with apps on it), maybe make them textured designs?

Make other physical manifestations of the digital objects (clay, etc)

Paint another room on a bigger or a square canvas

Painting and objects below are what I am currently working on.

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We move through life... perceiving: art education; chair idea; painting with friend; in the community.

- We move through life... perceiving ~ exhibition

- exhibited in NZ, Australia, UK, Germany and Asia

- addresses the acr of painting as a meditation on time, materiality, process and poetics

- the exhibition is a composite exhibition of abstract paintings, photopaintings, drawings, titles, photography, ceramics and structures.

- informed by a deep study of western, eastern and local art practices in particular the role of abstraction as a contemplative means of reflecting on realities and perception

- abstraction for us is not purist, nor modernist endpoint but sits amid the complexity of the world

- diverse/complex, a slow viewing, a journey

- metre and a half between each work roughly, alternating artists works

- 3 cups, 2020-2024, foraged clay, island bay.

- bringing the form loosely with painting, allowing the two forms to meet in one space

- both focus attention and the body in direct experience

- using a leach kick wheel, red for energy, pale green for calmness, clay is blended with foraged material for texture, feel and colour

- formed, fired and left in a simple unglazed state

- a surprise for malovich, russian, photograph of a meerkat behind a black canvas

- titles were written at the time of install on masking tape placed beside the works

- when two colours become one, emerged from a residency at Headlands Center for the Art in San francisco

- expanded experience of time, while filtering new surroundings

- experience translated into constantly shifting time structures and the direct engagement with colour as it transforms in painting from one house to another

- transferring between pots of paint, one brush, two colours, repetition and acceptance of variation

- the time of the painting meets the time of the world

- some of the paintings were on trolleys, paintings don't have to stay still

- spiral time, 2024, ink paper and wood

- a brush releases ink around and around diluting and stretching the stroke. a gesture of similar repeating action accumulating into a single form, slowly.

- seeing and looking, photograph of David's dog

- his titles are like little bits of poetry, rather than writing a list of titles, he arranged in a poetic manner

- hedi love poem to life, contacts and value 2, content, extract from a lecture called wasting time, titles without the artwork

- oxide on mind, 2024, acrylic painting on canvas

- walking drawing - noticing kawakawa, 2024, ink on paper and wood. a response to walking through the ridges and coastlines of island bay, while walking we relax into a steady rhythm, created in the time and space within the studio space

- living room, 2013, Simon Morris and Brenda Sullivan, enjoy public art gallery

- group architects, first house, 1949

- the chair: the story of design and making in aotearoa. object space 2023, Tamaki Makaurau, Auckland, curated by Kim Paton

- Josephine Jelicich, wood school fellowship, centre for furniture craftsmanship, Maine US

- Allan Wild, 1952, first house chair

- Anagama firing, 2023, frost and fire pottery, mapua

- Fulbright New Zealand scholarship

Canvas Making Workshop

Staple gun (mechanical)

Staple gun (electric)

Canvas puller (AliExpress)

Staple puller

Lock the corner joints together, sometimes can be hard to put together, wooden mallet to push together

Thicker wood is better

Check it's square with a square

Tap gently in a corner

Tape measure, corner to corner, should be same measurements

Don't glue the corners, staple and if it doesn't go in then tap with a hammer

Sand paper to get the sharp bits and edges so it doesn't rip the canvas

Paint on gesso or non, doesn't really matter but just choose which side to which ever one you want to paint on

Want enough overhand so you can stretch it taught

Packaged stuff can be weak and collapse, buy from the big roll and it's more economical. look at the gsm, bigger painting, the higher the gsm.

Pulling tensions till a valley forms, pulls taught when you do the other sides. do the sides of canvas first and then turn and do the top/bottom. valleys forms and form a diamond

Fold canvas down and grip the canvas under the frame, pull taught, pull round and then staple

then pull the sides, pull to either side of the initial side staple, two tables is usually enough, with about an inch in between. then do the top/bottom

pull out corner staples, then hand pull the excess flat and then staple sides

make a harsh edge on the corner, helps if you turn the canvas towards yourself so you can see what it will look like, bend it backwards to form the corner, if it looks good, flip the canvas flat and staple down

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Sikhsha Saptah: A Week of Holistic Education at Bal Bharati Public School, Noida

The Sikhsha Saptah: 22-28 July, a week-long educational extravaganza, was a resounding success at Bal Bharati Public School, one of the best CBSE schools in Noida. This annual event is a testament to the school's unwavering commitment to providing holistic education and fostering the growth of its students as responsible citizens of India. Through a diverse array of activities, the Siksha Saptah aimed to cultivate critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a deep appreciation for learning.

Day 1: Cultivating a Love for Literacy (Teaching-Learning Material(TLM) Day The Siksha Saptah commenced with a vibrant celebration of literacy. Students from all grades engaged in a variety of literary activities, including storytelling, poetry recitation, and book reviews. The objective was to ignite a passion for reading and writing, enabling students to express themselves creatively and develop their communication skills. Lectures by language teachers further inspired students to explore the world through the written word.

Day 2: Foundational Literacy and Numeracy(FLN) Day: Fostering Environmental Stewardship On the second day, the focus shifted to environmental awareness and sustainability. Students actively participated in tree plantation drives, nature walks, and workshops on waste management. These activities aimed to instil a sense of environmental responsibility and equip students with the knowledge and skills to contribute to a greener and healthier planet. The school also undertook a plantation drive. This provided students with first-hand experience of the natural world.

Day 3: Sports Day: Nurturing Innovation and Creativity The third day of the Siksha Saptah showcased the school's dedication towards the motto of “A Healthy Mind Resides in a Healthy Body”. Students engaged in Mass PT, Yoga sessions, Swimming sessions and indigenous games demonstrations. By fostering a culture of integrating sports with education, the school encouraged students to explore their creativity, develop problem-solving skills, and prepare for the challenges of the 21st century.

Day 4: Celebrating Cultural Diversity In, one of the top 10 CBSE schools in Noida: Bal Bharati Publicm School, Noida, the fourth day was dedicated to celebrating cultural exchange and diversity. Students from different backgrounds showcased their unique cultures through dance performances, music recitals, and traditional cuisine. This event aimed to promote understanding, tolerance, and respect for different cultures, fostering a sense of unity among the student body. The school also organized a cultural exchange program with neighbouring classes, providing students with the opportunity to interact with peers from different backgrounds.

Day 5: Skilling Day and Technology in Education Dedicated to highlight the importance of integrating skill development and technology into the educational curriculum, a wide range of activities were designed to raise awareness among both students and educators, focusing on various educational aspects and promoting the holistic development of young learners on the fifth day of Sikhsha Saptah.

Students exhibited their diverse talents in the Hobby Expo, featuring displays such as the Philately Corner, Coin Collection, Cartoon Corner, and other fascinating aspects of Indian culture. To broaden students' understanding of emerging technologies, the school organized various club activities designed to refine their technical skills. Students had opportunities for hands-on experience in clubs such as Robotics, Astronomy, Aeromodelling, and Snapshots.

Day 6: Eco Clubs for Mission LiFE Day One of the best CBSE schools in Noida, Bal Bharti Public School, Noida, has always been working on the all-round development of children so that learning is effective and long-term. On Day 6, the focus shifted to environmental stewardship and the significance of Eco Clubs in promoting sustainable practices. The school emphasized the importance of contributing to Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) through active participation in Eco Clubs. 

Day 7: Community Involvement Day The final day of the Siksha Saptah celebrated community involvement and social responsibility. The school encouraged students to give back to their communities and make a positive impact.

The Siksha Saptah at school with the best infrastructure in Noida- Bal Bharati Public School, Noida was a transformative experience for students, providing them with opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills, and grow as individuals. By focusing on holistic education and fostering a love for learning, the school is nurturing future citizens who are equipped to make a positive impact on society. The Siksha Saptah is a testament to the school's commitment to providing a nurturing and enriching environment for its students.