Minneapolis launches a new Cultural Market Small Business Support program offering $10,000 to $50,000 grants to cultural mall operators to stimulate community hubs. Applications close at 4 p.m. on February 8, 2024.

The Grand Prairie Library hosts crafting sessions for various age groups, offering activities such as blanket making, cultural art for kids, sewing club, Valentine's crafting, Bullet Journaling, and Craftapalooza for children.

Arlington, Texas commemorates MLK Day with offices closed, but trash services operating, select recreational facilities open, and an event series celebrating Dr. King's legacy.

Bexar County funds Centro San Antonio's "Art Everywhere" initiative with $250,000, aimed at enriching downtown San Antonio with art and boosting the economy.

Terry Black's Barbecue is expanding to San Antonio's Pearl area with plans for a restaurant, hotel, and underground parking on a 1.4-acre site they bought in 2021.

After a student's murder a decade ago, London teacher Margo McDaid became artist "Margo in Margate," selling over 16,000 paintings and gaining acclaim.

The musical "Tina: The Tina Turner Musical" showcases the story and music of Tina Turner at Bass Concert Hall, featuring powerhouse performances and delving into the singer's life.

The Arts Garage in Delray Beach, a cultural hub for diverse programs, is gaining attention for its inclusive events and exhibitions under a parking structure.

The Austin Music Commission proposes gap financing to support the Red River Cultural District amidst challenges from urban redevelopment, with suggestions of funding ranging from $120,000 to $300,000.

Irvine City Hall hosts "Paul Gardner: A Retrospective," an exhibit celebrating the local artist's work until March 22, with an opening reception on January 11.

Saxon Martinez's exhibition, "Memoires," opens at the Oak Cliff Cultural Center on Jan. 20, exploring identity, culture, and violence through piñata-inspired art.

The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo parade will proceed as planned in colder weather, cementing its status as an enduring Texas tradition with significant local economic impact.

The Harry Ransom Center at The University of Texas at Austin displays "Public Works: Art by Elizabeth Olds," showcasing the printmaker's depiction of American labor from the 1920s to 1960s.