Category: music
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Gil Evans Music Manuscripts Now Available at Library of Congress
The Library of Congress has opened the Gil Evans Music Manuscripts for research. This collection highlights the work of the acclaimed jazz arranger, offering insights into his creative process and collaborations with artists like Miles Davis.
EntertainmentMediaMusicEducationDigital and Print Publishing Gil EvansLibrary of CongressMusic ManuscriptsJazzArrangementsPerforming ArtsU.S. Library of Congress
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Fairfax Animal Services Hosts Free Adoptions Ahead of Campus Renovation Closure
Fairfax County Animal Services offers free pet adoptions from Aug. 21-23 at two campuses. This event precedes the temporary closure of the Michael R. Frey Campus on Aug. 31 for major HVAC renovations.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesState GovernmentsEconomyEducationMusic Fairfax CountyAnimal ServicesPet AdoptionClear The SheltersMichael R. Frey CampusLorton CampusHVAC RenovationsFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Media Monitor: CBC reports on Nick Reiner trust fund denial, Tupac Shakur murder trial, Hayden Panettiere remembrance and Harry Potter series controversy
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation is reporting that Nick Reiner was denied trust fund access, a former gang leader faces trial for Tupac Shakur's murder, Hayden Panettiere is remembered, and a director refused a Harry Potter series role.
EntertainmentLaw EnforcementLegalFilm and TVMusicSocial Issues Nick ReinerTupac ShakurHayden PanettiereMurder TrialTrust FundHarry PotterAlly PankiwCBC PoliticsCanadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
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Media Monitor: Actress Hayden Panettiere Dies at 36
France 24 reports American actress Hayden Panettiere, known for 'Heroes' and 'Nashville,' died at 36, her father said.
EntertainmentMediaUSAFilm and TVMusic Hayden PanettiereActressDeathTelevisionFilmHollywoodFrance 24
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Media Monitor: NPR Offers Sweepstakes for Tiny Desk Concert Trip to Support Journalism
NPR is offering a sweepstakes for a trip to its Washington D.C. headquarters to attend a live Tiny Desk Concert. Entries support journalism and the NPR Network, with bonus chances for donations or merchandise purchases.
MediaBusinessEntertainmentMusicDigital and Print PublishingEconomyEducation NPRTiny Desk ConcertSweepstakesJournalismDonationWashington D.C.NPR Breaking News
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Virginia State Parks Highlight Summer Fun, Seek Input for Widewater Master Plan
Virginia State Parks invite visitors to enjoy end-of-summer activities, including paddling and Shenandoah road trips. Public input is sought for the Widewater State Park Master Plan, with a survey offering a chance to win a gift certificate.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentSportState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborEnvironmentEducationMusicGeneral Politics Virginia State ParksSummer ActivitiesPaddlingShenandoah ValleyWidewater State ParkMaster PlanOutdoor RecreationReston
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Fairfax County Supervisor Proposes "Universal Basic Housing" to Combat Homelessness
Fairfax County Supervisor Walter Alcorn proposes "Universal Basic Housing," a new initiative to provide permanent housing and supportive services for the unhoused, aiming to pilot the concept in Virginia.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEntertainmentEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesReal EstateMedical ScienceMusic Walter AlcornFairfax CountyUniversal Basic HousingHomelessnessHousing PolicyVirginiaCommunity DevelopmentHunter Mill District
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Fairfax County Hosts Successful 3rd Annual Threat Assessment Symposium
Fairfax County's 3rd Annual Threat Assessment and Management Symposium saw a 40% increase in attendance, gathering national experts to prevent targeted violence. The county also announced an upcoming Battle of the Bands.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial IssuesMusicDigital and Print Publishing Fairfax CountyThreat AssessmentTargeted ViolenceSymposiumBraddock Battle of the BandsCommunity EventFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Fairfax City Announces Free September Dance Series at Old Town Square
Fairfax City invites all to free "Dancing on the Square" events every Thursday in September. Enjoy diverse dance workshops, from Salsa to Jhyaure, and open dancing at Old Town Square.
EntertainmentUSAMusicSocial IssuesEducation Fairfax CityDance WorkshopsOld Town SquareSalsa & BachataBroadway JazzLatin Dance StylesJhyaure DanceCity of FairfaxReston
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Penn Researchers Trace Ancient Egyptian Blue to Uncover Human History
University of Pennsylvania researchers are tracing the spread of Egyptian blue, the world's first synthetic pigment, across the ancient Near East. This study aims to uncover insights into ancient human movement and cultural exchange.
HealthScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsMilitaryEducationMusic Egyptian blueSynthetic pigmentArchaeometallurgyAncient Near EastUniversity of PennsylvaniaAncient historySocial Sciences
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Fairfax Health District Reports Significant Drop in Opioid Overdose Deaths
Fairfax Health District sees a 22% drop in opioid overdose deaths, the lowest in a decade. The county's Opioid and Substance Use Task Force uses settlement funds for prevention, education, and treatment programs, including youth initiatives.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentMedical ScienceSocial IssuesState GovernmentsEconomyEducationMusic Fairfax CountyOpioid crisisOverdose deathsFentanylSubstance Use Task ForceNaloxoneTreatment programsHunter Mill District
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Reviews Margaret Glaspy Album, Highlights Other New Releases
NPR Music critic Ann Powers reviews Margaret Glaspy's new album "I Am Both," discussing its strong point of view in the streaming era. The outlet also features other new music and a series on the Grateful Dead.
EntertainmentMediaMusicDigital and Print PublishingEconomySocial Issues Margaret GlaspyI Am BothNPR MusicMusic ReviewsStreaming MusicGrateful DeadMusic Industry
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Media Monitor: Penguin Random House Spotlights Bestselling Books and Recommended Reads
Penguin Random House is highlighting a selection of new and bestselling books, including Alexei Navalny's memoir "Patriot" and Chris Hayes' "The Sirens' Call," alongside biographies and guides to puppy development.
BusinessMediaPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentDigital and Print PublishingMusicGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial Issues BooksPublishingMemoirsBiographiesAlexei NavalnyChris HayesR.E.M.Penguin Random House
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Media Monitor: NPR Highlights Exclusive Content for NPR+ Supporters
NPR is promoting its NPR+ subscription service, offering bonus podcast episodes, sponsor-free listening, and exclusive events, including a discussion on the U.S. housing market and a look at The Grateful Dead's "Touch of Grey."
MediaBusinessPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentEconomyReal EstateDigital and Print PublishingGeneral PoliticsElectionMusic NPR+PodcastsHousing MarketThe Grateful DeadMonica LewinskyJournalismExclusive ContentNPR Breaking NewsNPR
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Virginia State Parks Offer Diverse Outdoor Activities and Educational Programs
Virginia State Parks invite visitors to explore stroller-friendly trails, plan group camping trips, and engage in educational programs. Upcoming events include hikes, volunteer days, and music.
Politics and GovernmentEducationScience & TechnologyEntertainmentState GovernmentsEnvironmentMusicEmployment and Labor Virginia State ParksOutdoor RecreationCampingFamily-FriendlyEventsHikingReston
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Arlington County Fair Announces 2026 Entertainment Lineup and New Attractions
The 2026 Arlington County Fair, running August 12-16, will feature free admission, live music, new teen activities, and a D.C. Sports Zone, promising diverse entertainment for all ages at Thomas Jefferson Community Center and Park.
EntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial IssuesMusicSportTransportation Arlington County FairLive EntertainmentFamily ActivitiesThomas Jefferson Community Center and ParkCommunity EventWashington CapitalsYouth ActivitiesArlington County Parks & Recreation
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Library of Congress Unveils 2026-27 Concert Season with Historic Anniversaries
Library of Congress announces its 2026-27 Concert Season, celebrating America's semiquincentennial, jazz centennials for Miles Davis and John Coltrane, and Beethoven's legacy. The season features diverse performances, new commissions, and talks at the Coolidge Auditorium.
EntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentMusicFederal GovernmentEducation Library of CongressConcert SeasonCoolidge AuditoriumJazzClassical MusicAmerican HistoryNew MusicU.S. Library of Congress
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY Reports on Midwest Primaries, Attorney General Confirmation, and Women's Baseball League Debut
USA TODAY reports on upcoming Midwest primary elections, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's confirmation, an Idaho shooting incident, Ariana Grande's public break, and the Women's Professional Baseball League's return.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentSportHealthElectionGeneral PoliticsMusicLaw EnforcementMedical Science Midterm ElectionsDemocratic SocialistsTodd BlancheIdahoAriana GrandeWomen's BaseballAutomotive IndustryUSA TODAY Daily Briefing
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Trump Approves Off-Grid Data Centers, Dartmouth Expert Stresses Grid Coordination
President Trump greenlights data centers to operate off-grid. Dartmouth's Professor Junbo Zhao highlights the critical need for coordination between data centers and grid operators to boost power grid efficiency and reliability.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEducationEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetEnergyMusic Donald J TrumpData CentersPower GridJunbo ZhaoDartmouth CollegeEngineeringEnergy Management
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Media Monitor: CBC reports actor Vincent Pastore dead, Netflix sued over stolen film, and Jared Leto accusations
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation is reporting the death of actor Vincent Pastore, a $105 million lawsuit against Netflix, and criminal sexual conduct accusations against actor Jared Leto.
EntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementWhite HouseEconomyLegalFilm and TVMusic Vincent PastoreNetflixNicolas CageJared LetoEurovisionKaty PerryFilm IndustryCBC PoliticsCanadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
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DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities Announces August Events, Grant Updates, and AI Impact Surveys
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities details August events, including a collage workshop and Culture Quest Kids Fest, alongside updates on strategic planning, grant notifications, and surveys on AI's impact on artists.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsEducationArtificial IntelligenceMusicSocial Issues DC Commission on the Arts and HumanitiesWashington D.C.Arts and CultureFestivalsGrantsPerforming ArtsDC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)
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Sony Pictures Unveils New Content Across Entertainment Platforms
Sony Pictures invites audiences to explore its latest offerings in movies, trailers, home entertainment, TV, and soundtracks, showcasing a broad range of new content.
EntertainmentMediaBusinessFilm and TVMusicDigital and Print Publishing Sony PicturesMoviesTrailersHome EntertainmentTVSoundtracks
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Colorado Marks 150th Statehood Anniversary with Statewide Celebrations and Top Education Ranking
Colorado marks its 150th birthday with a month-long 'Celebrate Colorado' initiative featuring over 650 events statewide. The Centennial State also achieved the #1 ranking for education nationally, a significant milestone for its future.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentSportGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationMusicSocial Issues ColoradoStatehoodAnniversaryFestivalsGovernor Jared PolisDenverColorado Governor's Office
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Fairfax Carnival and 4-H Fair Returns to Frying Pan Park, Redevelopment Plans Advance in Hunter Mill District
The annual Fairfax Carnival and 4-H Fair returns to Frying Pan Farm Park from July 30 to August 2, featuring rides, entertainment, and animal shows. Supervisor Walter Alcorn also highlights redevelopment plans for Reston Town Center North and calls for…
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsReal EstateEducationMusic Fairfax Carnival4-H FairFrying Pan Farm ParkHunter Mill DistrictReston Town Center NorthWalter AlcornCommunity Events
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Explores Grateful Dead Legacy, Reports on Other Artists
NPR Music is reporting on its new "Dead After Death" series, which delves into the Grateful Dead's enduring legacy and evolving fandom, alongside news on artists like Glen Hansard and Shania Twain.
EntertainmentMediaMusicDigital and Print PublishingEducation Grateful DeadJerry GarciaBob WeirMusic FandomDead After DeathGlen HansardShania TwainNPR Music
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Media Monitor: Trump announces Gaza deal; Blanche nomination in doubt; US economy grows slowly; mortgage rates highest in a year
NPR is reporting President Trump's claims of a new Gaza deal, potential withdrawal of Todd Blanche's nomination, a slowdown in U.S. economic growth, and rising mortgage rates.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsEconomyMiddle EastReal EstateFilm and TVMusic Donald J TrumpGazaHamasTodd BlancheU.S. EconomyMortgage RatesNPR Breaking NewsNPR
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Longtime Library of Congress Music Division Expert Raymond White Retires
Raymond White retires from the Library of Congress Music Division after 44.5 years. Known for his vast musical knowledge and captivating storytelling, he brought historical treasures to life for countless visitors.
EntertainmentMediaEducationMusicDigital and Print PublishingEmployment and LaborFilm and TV Raymond WhiteLibrary of CongressMusic DivisionRetirementHistorical ManuscriptsMusic HistoryCultural HeritageU.S. Library of Congress
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Met Museum Unveils Diverse 2026–27 Met Live Arts Season
The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced its 2026–27 Met Live Arts season, featuring diverse artists like Lykke Li and St. Vincent. Performances will engage with museum collections and iconic spaces, marking Sarah Jones's inaugural programming.
EntertainmentMusicEducationSocial Issues The Metropolitan Museum of ArtMet Live ArtsPerforming ArtsMuseumsLykke LiSt. VincentNew York CityMet Museum
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Virginia State Parks Announce Diverse August Events and Fall Camping Opportunities
Virginia State Parks invite visitors to enjoy August events, including music series and outdoor activities, and to plan ahead for fall camping amidst cooler weather and vibrant foliage. Job opportunities are also available.
BusinessEntertainmentEnvironmentEmployment and LaborEducationSocial IssuesState GovernmentsMusicAgriculture Virginia State ParksOutdoor ActivitiesCampingMusic SeriesEventsEmploymentNatureReston
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Fairfax Carnival and 4-H Fair Kicks Off, Major Reston Redevelopment Advances
Hunter Mill District prepares for the annual Fairfax Carnival and 4-H Fair at Frying Pan Farm Park, alongside a free concert. Meanwhile, a significant redevelopment plan for Reston Town Center North, including a new library and shelter, moves forward.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial IssuesReal EstateMusic Fairfax Carnival4-H FairFrying Pan Farm ParkReston Town Center NorthRedevelopmentNational Night OutHunter Mill District