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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.
Recent heartwarming stories
Showing: 181-190The Livingston by Hyatt debuts in Brooklyn
Midas Hospitality and ACRES Capital opened The Livingston, a 104-room JdV by Hyatt hotel at 291 Livingston St., making it the first Hyatt-branded property in Brooklyn and placing it near Barclays Center, BAM and the Brooklyn Museum.
Clifton Park prepares for its annual Arbor Day celebration
Clifton Park will hold its annual Arbor Day celebration on April 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, featuring a ceremonial tree planting, awards for three 'Trees of Distinction,' children's activities, and free seedling distribution.
San Diego Humane Society hosts 32nd annual Walk for Animals.
The San Diego Humane Society will hold its 32nd annual Walk for Animals at NTC Park at Liberty Station, offering 2-mile and half-mile routes and onsite activities; the event aims to raise $350,000 to support care for more than 40,000 homeless pets and injured wildlife the organization assists each year.
Roaring Fork Valley Rotary Clubs award $191,000 in scholarships to local students
Six Rotary clubs in the Roaring Fork Valley contributed $191,000 in scholarships to support more than 70 students in the 2026 graduating class, funded through local fundraising, events and community partnerships.
National rain-tracking network seeks more volunteers on East End
The Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network is recruiting volunteers on the East End to fill gaps in rainfall data, with Long Island home to about 50 volunteers compared with over 27,000 across North America.
Boathouse on the Pueblo Riverwalk is set to open
The Pueblo Riverwalk Boathouse, part of a nearly $16 million Riverwalk improvement that included a Phase IV channel extension, will hold its grand opening on April 23 after nearly two years of construction.
Regenerative Organic Assam tea wins NEXTY Editor's Choice Award
The Republic of Tea won a NEXTY Editor's Choice Award for its Regenerative Organic Certified Assam tea and was a finalist in the People-Forward category. The company and the Ethical Tea Partnership launched a Women in Leadership program in Assam in 2024 that now engages more than 2,000 women.
Provost Salma Ghanem reflects on five years as incoming provost Russell Ivy outlines initial plans
Salma Ghanem reflected on her five years as DePaul provost and the university’s community work, while incoming provost Russell Ivy said he will take the first months on the job to learn Academic Affairs and visit each college after beginning July 1.
Alle-Kiski Valley events roundup for April 12, 2026.
This Stroller listing summarizes community events across the Alle-Kiski Valley on and around April 12, 2026, including a spring luncheon fundraiser, a drive‑thru food distribution and a range of local meetings and programs.
Lauder gift of $10M will fund science center expansion in West Palm Beach
A $10 million gift in Leonard and Judy Lauder's name will fund the Judy and Leonard Lauder Hall of Science at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium in West Palm Beach, with the new building expected by the end of 2027.