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Kenneth D. Daly, New York President, National Grid (Irishman of the Year Award)

March 18, 2013 By Leave a Comment

• BP MARKOWITZ HOSTS ELEVENTH ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY BREAKFAST AT A “GREEN” BOROUGH HALL: Kenneth D. Daly, New York President, National Grid (Irishman of the Year Award) shares his Good News about National Grid On Friday, March 15, Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz, head of the Brooklyn chapter of the Loyal League of Yiddish Sons & Daughters of Erin; Brooklyn District Attorney Charles J. (Joe) Hynes; Judge Bernard J. Graham, grand marshal, The Celts St. Patrick’s Day Parade; and Al O’Hagan of Brooklyn’s Baile na nGael “Home of the Irish” will host the eleventh annual St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast at Borough Hall. Entertainment will be provided by flautist Siobhan McGirl and the O’Malley Irish Dance Academy. This year’s honorees: • Kenneth D. Daly, New … [Continue reading...]

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‘Natural Lacquer’ Paintings by Renowned Chinese Artist WENZHI ZHANG

August 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment

GoodNews attends the event... The artist is wonderful and full of energy.  Her work shows the skill that she has developed over the years.  She is a dedicated artist with many mediums.  We were excited to meet her and applaud her vision of art.  Great Show.  Paul August 21 – October 4. Opening reception: Thursday September 13. 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Chinese Lacquer is the processed sap from lacquer trees that has been an integral component of Chinese decorative art from early times. Zhang, who teaches at the well-respected Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts in China, has transformed traditional lacquer technique into a medium of modern abstract painting.   “To understand Wenzhi Zhang's pictorial goals, one must see them as emerging from a long Chinese tradition,” said gallery … [Continue reading...]

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‘Natural Lacquer’ Paintings by Renowned Chinese Artist Wenzhi Zhang

August 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment

to be Exhibited At Joy Wai Gallery and Sponsored by Michael Bolla August 21, NYC -- "Natural Lacquer" paintings by renowned Chinese artist Wenzhi Zhang will be exhibited August 21 – October 4, 2012 at The Joy WaiGallery (122 West 18th St.). Chinese Lacquer is the processed sap from lacquer trees that has been an integral component of Chinese decorative art from early times. Zhang, who teaches at the well respected Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts in China, has transformed traditional lacquer technique into a medium of modern abstract painting. “To understand Wenzhi Zhang's pictorial goals, one must see them as emerging from a long Chinese tradition,” said gallery owner Joy Wai. “Traditional Chinese painting has from the beginning depended above all on the expressive quality of line. … [Continue reading...]

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CANTOR JOSEPH MALOVANY – TENOR

May 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment

One of the world’s most famous, beloved and highly respected cantors, Joseph Malovany has served as the Cantor of New York’s prestigious Fifth Avenue Synagogue since 1973. He holds the academic position of Distinguished Professor of Liturgical Music at Yeshiva University. He also holds the position of Dean of the J.D.C. Moscow Academy of Jewish Music. Born in Tel Aviv, Israel, he served as Cantor at Tel Aviv’s “Bilu” synagogue, as Cantor of the Israeli Army and at synagogues in Johannesburg, South Africa and London, England. Joseph Malovany is the holder of the highest artistic diplomas from the Music Academy in Tel Aviv and From Great Britain’s Royal Academy of Music. He is also a “Fellow” of the Trinity College of Music and has been awarded with many citations and honors … [Continue reading...]

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USA Science & Engineering Festival Illuminates Science’s Role in Hollywood Movies and TV Shows

February 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment

When you sit down to watch television or go to the movies, you don’t have to look far to see science and engineering hard at work. It’s in the high-tech gadgets used to analyze crime scene evidence, the medicine developed to stop the spread of disease, amazing super powers and phenomenal fight scenes – it’s everywhere. But, have you ever wondered how Hollywood gets it right? Individuals and families can learn about the science behind Hollywood’s crime dramas, superhero feats, medical shows and special effects at the USA Science & Engineering Festival, hosted by Lockheed Martin — the nation’s largest celebration of science and engineering that will take place April 28-29, 2012 in Washington, D.C. The festival will feature exhibits, performances and appearances by … [Continue reading...]

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