Tag: Arts

Winners of The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville 47th annual Arts Awards

Posted onAuthorJax Examiner

The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville has announced the winners of its 47th annual Arts Awards, honoring local artists, businesses and philanthropists who are contributing to the local arts scene. This year’s winners are: Helen Lane Founders Award: Jason Peoples, Executive Director of Jacksonville Arts Read More …

DCPS revised budget proposal removes arts, music and PE from the chopping block

Posted onAuthorDave Burkey

Faced with a $62 million budget shortfall Duval County Public Schools had proposed changes to the frequency of arts, music and PE classes. The backlash from concerned parents, the arts community, educators and citizens throughout Jacksonville was immediate. Faced with such widespread opposition DCPS now says Read More …