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Art From the Streets Presents: Eli Durst

Art From the Streets Presents: Eli Durst
Art From the Streets, a fine arts nonprofit organization that champions transient artists in the local community of Austin, Texas, presents several art events every year.

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Addressing Homelessness in Austin

Addressing Homelessness in Austin
Austin, Texas has seen a major increase in unhoused people in recent years, which has made homelessness a key issue in the Texas capitol. 

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Benefits of Volunteerism

Benefits of Volunteerism

Volunteering is beneficial to people in many different ways. From making connections with people in the community to developing interpersonal skills, volunteerism and community service help people establish balanced lives. Here are some of the main reasons why volunteering is important and how it can benefit people.

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Celebrate the Moms in Your Life with Mother’s Day Art Gifts

Celebrate the Moms in Your Life with Mother’s Day Art Gifts
Mother’s Day is upon us again, the annual celebration of mothers and mother figures and all they do to make the lives of children the best they can be. Mothers shape our lives in so many significant ways. Though they should be acknowledged and appreciated all year round, having a day set aside for them every year is important when it comes to honoring motherhood and the influence of mothers across society.

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Celebrate World Art Day: Support Art From the Streets

world art day

World Art Day is on April 15, 2023. It is a day reserved to celebrate the fine arts and promote creativity across the globe. This day was set aside to help reinforce the relationship between art and society and encourage greater awareness of art and the diversity of creative expression. Austin, Texas is known as a world art hub and, as such, has a lot of creative offerings for people who want to observe the day in the local community.

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