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15 must-see attractions on Staten Island

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With major developments underway , Staten Island is slowly losing its nickname as the “forgotten borough.” While projects like the New York Wheel, Empire Outlets and the expansion of the former Stapleton homeport hope to revitalize the water-front borough with new residential and commercial space, Staten Island already offers visitors a ton of unique attractions to explore. Just take the free Staten Island Ferry to discover the miles of coastline and 12,300-acres of parkland in the city’s greenest and least populated borough. For the best spots in the borough, follow 6sqft’s list ahead of the 15 most unforgettable attractions on Staten Island . snug harbor cultural center , staten island attractions" width="1500" height="1000" /> Image via NYC & Company snug harbor cultural center , staten island attractions" width="1500" height="1000" /> New York Chinese Scholar ’s Garden via NYC & Company 1. Snug Harbor Cultural...

ARTS AND HUMANITIES: SC Arts Commission celebrates anniversary | Features

The South Carolina Arts Commission has a lofty goal. This important government agency has set its sights on developing for all of the citizens of our state a “ thriving arts environment , which is essential to quality of life, education, and economic viability.” To that end, the SCAC has long been committed to supporting the work of individual artists. Indeed, for over forty years, annual monetary awards have been granted to those arts and crafts practitioners who have generated work of “ superior artistic merit .” To honor the nearly ninety SCAC Fellows to date and to commemorate the Commission’s fiftieth anniversary , fifteen solo and group exhibitions have been planned across the state for 2017-18. The first of these shows is currently on view at two Columbia venues: the Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA) and the McMaster Gallery on the USC campus. Because of its more commodious exhibition space , the CCA hosts a larger portion of the pieces that make up “ SC Fellows Part I...

At least 10 South Carolina bands drop albums in August, but what do double digits really mean for the music scene? | Charleston Scene

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Whether it was the summer heat or a carefully planned series of debuts, at least 10 South Carolina bands have released or are releasing EPs or full-length albums this August. What would seem like an impressive feat is seemingly becoming the norm. The question is whether there are significantly more bands cropping up in the South Carolina music scene , or has it just become much easier to self-release music in the digital age? With easy access to online listening platforms escalating , the question also arises whether the local scene is becoming diluted with more music but not necessarily noteworthy music .  "I feel like the digital age has taken away from the significance of releasing a record," says Andrew Oliver of Greenville psychedelic band Brother Oliver . "The ability for musicians to record so easily from home studios has given a lot of freedom to create bountifully, but it creates a unique filter-less scenario for the consumer. However, it does just reinforce ...

Modern Apartment of a Football Player Celebrates the Beauty of Brick Walls

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