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Grants for local non-profit art projects now available

The Alameda County ARTSFUND Grant Program has just announced the release of the guidelines for applying for 2011 grants. ARTSFUND awards grants to non-profits to support arts programming of all kinds from dance to literature and music to visual arts. The deadline for applications is March 1, 2011.

Who do you think should be Oakland’s woman of the year?

Assembly member Nancy Skinner is on the search for women who have made significant impacts in their communities. She is inviting neighbors, community groups and civil leaders throughout District 14 to nominate women they believe have gone beyond the call of duty to support their communities.

Mayor Quan announces new staff appointments

As Mayor Jean Quan begins her term in office as Oakland’s 49th mayor, she announced yesterday who will be her staff. With nine appointments in the various city government departments, Quan picked people to work with her on the budget, in education, federal relations, public safety and more.