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Gen Z and classical music are reconnecting.
Orchestras in the U.S. report growing Gen Z and millennial audiences, with St. Louis Symphony and the Los Angeles Philharmonic citing higher shares and tailored programs. Institutions point to casual concerts, cross-genre collaborations, social media outreach and education as part of the change.
Dogecoin community donates 1 million DOGE to animal welfare
MoonPay, the Dogecoin Foundation and House of Doge donated 1 million DOGE—about $97,000—to the AKC Humane Fund to support U.S. dog shelters, rescues and veterinary care.
Sequim church teens build homes in Mexico during spring break
A team of more than 20 youth and chaperones from Sequim Community Church traveled to Vicente Guerrero in Baja California during spring break to build two homes for local families through Youth With A Mission; the group returned to Sequim on April 5.
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Showing: 121-130Charlotte Weekender: 29 things to do this weekend, including cultural festivals and local markets.
A roundup lists 29 events around Charlotte this weekend, from Empanada Fest and Panda Fest to neighborhood markets, concerts and family activities.
T-Mobile Hometown Grants Program offers up to $50,000 for small-town projects
The T-Mobile Hometown Grants Program, launched in April 2021 as part of a five-year $25 million commitment, provides up to $50,000 to nonprofits and local governments in U.S. towns under 50,000 for ready-to-launch community projects.
Elmira broadband project completed after yearlong work
Comcast completed a broadband extension along Elmira Road in March, funded with $400,000 in American Rescue Plan Act dollars, to serve 108 homes and businesses.
Tabby's Place opens free pet food pantry in Ringoes
Tabby's Place in Ringoes has opened Perry's Pantry, a free pet food pantry that provides supplies to neighbors daily from noon to 4 p.m.
Lois Day remembered for a life of service
Lois Day, a longtime volunteer and community writer, died on March 24, 2026; her family listed surviving relatives and noted donations to Cure SMA in lieu of flowers.
Doggie Dash teams up with FOX 12 and Oregon Humane for annual fundraiser
FOX 12 is partnering again with Oregon Humane for the annual Doggie Dash walk-run, which raises money for medical care, shelter operations and adoptions. The Portland event is scheduled for May 9 at Waterfront Park and a Salem event is set for June 6 at Riverfront Park.
Barker Bulletin: Iowa reports on family, childcare and budget updates.
Representative Barker said the governor signed two of his priorities into law—SF2096, moving foster care training to a competency-based model, and HF2514, codifying a child-care assistance program—and he hosted Coach Tony Dungy for a virtual discussion on fatherhood initiatives.
McIntosh book drive delivers 460 books to Bloom
McIntosh High's HOSA chapter donated 460 books to Bloom to benefit foster teens and youth, and staff said the donation helped fill a need for materials for older children.
Mary Poppins to be presented by Brick Church Community Theater this spring.
Brick Church Community Theater will present Disney's Mary Poppins from April 30 to May 3, 2026 at 62 East 92nd Street in New York, featuring a community cast and a live orchestra.
Tattoo fundraiser in Steubenville supports local animal rescue efforts.
The Jefferson County Humane Society and Garloch Tattooing are partnering for a one-day fundraiser in Steubenville where proceeds from tattoos will go to the shelter's humane operations program, with flash designs available for $60 and limited custom work. The event runs Sunday from 10:30 a.m. until close.