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Americans for the Arts Public Art Network 2008 Year in Review CD-ROM recognizes innovative public art projects completed in 2007 as selected by jurors Jody Pinto, artist and Ted C. Landsmark, President of the Boston Architectural College. The more than 200 images and project descriptions are an exceptional planning and advocacy tool for communities developing public art programs, and an invaluable resource for public art admininstrators, artists, educators, arts commissions, students, and allied design and planning professionals. The CD-ROM includes more than 40 unique public art projects with multiple images of each project, as well as information on the artists, the budget, and the project materials. The 2008 Year in Review was first presented at the Americans for the Arts Annual Convention in Philadelphia on June 22, 2008. 200+ images (2008) NONMEMBER PRICE: $110 |
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by Leslie Crutchfield & Heather McLeod Grant Every individual and organization has the power to make a difference. To become a force for good, all that is required is the will to engage with whatever you can bring to the table. This landmark book reveals the six powerful practices of twelve high-impact nonprofits and tells their compelling stories. Forces for Good is both an inspiring journey into the nonprofit world and a reminder of the transforming power of the social sector. Use this book to learn the secrets of success that can transform your organization. 336 pp, hardcover (2008) NONMEMBER PRICE: $30.00 |
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How the Creative Economy is Making Where to Live the Most Important Decision of Your Life Richard Florida, author of the best-selling book The Rise of the Creative Class is back with an acclaimed new book called Who's Your City? Critics applaud Florida for his discussions of "the power of place" and "why certain cities sing to certain people." Based on more than 20 years of research, the book shows how a new economic unit--the mega-region--is the real driver of the global economy. Florida provides detailed rankings of the best places to live for every major stage of life--for both gay and straight couples and singles, and for those on a budget and those luckily not. His insight provides an essential guide for the more than 40 million Americans and tens of millions more around the world who move each year, showing how the arts and other creative industries make certain cities more desirable. 374 pp, hardcover (2008) NONMEMBER PRICE: $27.00 |
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This complete set of Arts & Economic Prosperity III materials contains everything you'll need for your organization and its stakeholders. From the full report to ample summaries and brochures to pass on to others, you'll have the necessary information for Board Meetings, community presentations, and other advocacy opportunities. Set includes: 1 Full report, 10 Report summaries, and 50 Report brochures. NONMEMBER PRICE: $110.00 |
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