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‘We are culture’: How immigrant communities in Philadelphia are cultivating identity and creativity through dance

From Aztec to Indonesian traditions, dance groups offer immigrant children a space for culture, belonging and resilience as families navigate fear and uncertainty.

He was first athlete to win four NCAA titles, but the celebration never came

After winning his fourth NCAA wrestling title, Tim Wright did a dance. And with that dance, his historic feat faded almost as soon as it happened.

Kelly School of Dance training Black dancers for more than 75 years

KELLIE SCHOOL OF DANCE HAS BEEN TEACHING BALLET, TAP, JAZZ AND MORE TO CHILDREN ALL ACROSS THE CRESCENT CITY FOR MORE THAN 75 YEARS. THE PETITE FAMILY HAS BEEN EXPOSING CHILDREN TO EXPERIENCES AND ...

The woman who quietly changed the face of the civil rights movement

Known as the “godmother of civil rights,” Dorothy Height fought not just for racial justice but for women’s equality.
The Vallejo Sun

Upcoming Vallejo Events — Black History Month ends with a block party and a Black cowboy history lesson and celebration

VALLEJO — Black History Month will close on Saturday with two events that mark the occasion. A Black History Block Party honoring Black history, culture, creativity, and excellence will be held on the ...

Westernaires end Native American dancing program after decades of Indigenous pushback

The Westernaires have been teaching horsemanship to kids in Colorado and performing equine entertainment with Wild West themes for more than 70 years.

Harrisburg dance teacher reflects on nearly two decades of working with young people

Strawn used dance as what she called an “outlet” as she worked toward her bachelor’s degree at Penn State and raised her ...
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THE GRAND REVEAL: How much did Penn State's THON raise?

Hundreds of dancers and volunteers filled Penn State's Bryce Jordan Center, standing for 46 straight hours to raise money for pediatric cancer research and to support children and families affected by ...