Shop Local, Shop Waco: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide

November 30, 2024

‘Tis the season to spread joy, and what better way to do that than by supporting local businesses? Remember the holiday rush of years past, the endless scrolling through online marketplaces, and the anxiety of wondering if your gifts would arrive on time? Well, this year, let’s ditch the shipping stress and embrace the charm…

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10 Ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage in Waco – 2024

September 21, 2024

September 15th marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the rich cultural contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. From arts and music to cuisine and history, Hispanic culture has significantly shaped the tapestry of Waco and the United States. This month offers a unique opportunity for community members to learn, engage,…

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CWCW: Curtain Up on Community – How Silent House Theatre Builds Connections in Waco

July 30, 2024

Have you ever been swept away by a powerful performance that left you speechless? Or perhaps you’ve laughed until your sides hurt at a hilarious comedy. Theatre has the unique ability to evoke a wide range of emotions, transport us to different worlds, and leave a lasting impact on both individuals and communities. In Waco,…

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CWCW: There’s New Art on the Block – Globes, Murals & Mammoths, Oh My!

October 13, 2023

This post is an extension of the Conversations with Creative Waco radio program on 103.3 KWBU fm, where we take you behind the scenes of art and culture in Waco. Catch us on the air every fourth and fifth Friday of the month at 11:30 a.m. and 8 p.m Imagine public spaces as a canvas…

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Central Texas’ largest Dia de los Muertos celebration returns for its third annual parade & festival Oct. 28, 2023

October 2, 2023

WACO, TX September 13, 2023 – Join in the celebration of life at Waco’s largest Dia de los Muertos Parade and Festival in Indian Spring Park on Oct. 28, 2023 from 4-10 p.m. on Oct 28, 2023.  Dia de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead, is a Mexican and Latin American holiday…

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PUBLIC ART UPDATE: I-35 Illuminate Globe Project

October 2, 2023

WACO, TX | September 20 – Local artists, Creative Waco, the City of Waco and Texas DOT celebrate the installation of the new I-35 underpass public art globe sculptures. Waco-based artists Morgan Eyring and Andrea La Valleur-Purvis were commissioned to design and develop a series of six 4-foot illuminated globes sculptures that each tell a…

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Cheers to 5 years – ARTPrenticeship 2023 Celebrates its 5th Anniversary

October 2, 2023

WACO, TX – Creative Waco’s ARTPrenticeship program was tapped by Lucky Find Hospitality, RAD Lab and local business Milo Provisions to incorporate murals into the mixed-use development previously known as the Containery. July 11, 2023 – ARTPrenticeship is celebrating its fifth year of community activating murals and is delighted to partner with Baylor University and…

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CWCW: 10 Ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Waco

September 27, 2023

Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, is a time to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures of the Latino community. Hispanic Heritage Month honors the achievements, contributions, cultures and histories of Hispanic Americans. This celebration started out as a week-long celebration by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968. Hispanic…

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CWCW: Cheers to 5 years of ARTPrenticeship!

July 5, 2023

This post is an extension of the Conversations with Creative Waco radio program on 103.3 KWBU fm, where we take you behind the scenes of art and culture in Waco. Catch us on the air every fourth and fifth Friday of the month at 11:30 a.m. and 8 p.m It’s no secret that our city…

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Master the Art of Shopping Locally – Your 2022 Local Holiday Gift Guide

December 22, 2022

Happy Holiday Season, Waco! With days left in 2022, we encourage you to shop locally this season. Our team curated a local gift guide featuring our “Top 5” gifts this season ranging from custom ceramics artworks to local experiences. Happy holiday shopping! Curated by Stefanie Wheat-Johnson: 1/ THRST Coffee – Our family runs on love…

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