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THE VOTE: Georgia Music Hall of Fame Closing June 12

Submitted by 13WMAZ Web Staff
Wednesday, May 25th, 2011, 12:22am

Macon's financially-troubled Georgia Music Hall of Fame museum will close June 12, the Music Hall of Fame Authority decided Tuesday.

The state board that oversees the museum rejected a proposal to let NewTown Macon run the museum for one year with $800,000 from private donors.

They rejected NewTown's proposal by a 4-3 vote.

Museum officials said earlier this month that they were low on funds and might not make it to June 30, when state funding runs out.

The number of visitors -- and admissions revenue -- has been dropping in recent years.

NewTown president Mike Ford said he thought some board members had their minds set against keeping the state museum in Macon despite the commitment of a year's funding.

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REACTION: Reichert Calls Closing 'Troublesome'

Submitted by 13WMAZ Web Staff
Tuesday, May 24th, 2011, 5:42pm

Macon Mayor Robert Reichert released a statement Tuesday afternoon calling the Georgia Music Hall of Fame's pending closing disappointing and troubling.

His spokesman, Clay Murphey, said Reichert was not available for further comment Tuesday.

Bibb County Commission Chairman Sam Hart also called it bad news for Central Georgia, but said local leaders should look for new ways to celebrate the region's music heritage.

And Macon state Rep. Allen Peake, a north Macon Republican, called it a poor decision and "a sad day for Georgia."

Reichert wrote:

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DEAL: Spokesman says Governor Stands by Vote

Submitted by 13WMAZ Web Staff
Tuesday, May 24th, 2011, 5:42pm

Gov. Nathan Deal's office says he does not plan to take sides in the dispute over closing the Georgia Music Hall of Fame in Macon.

His spokesman, Brian Robinson told our Atlanta sister station WXIA,  "We have always said we would respect and stand by the board's decision."

"We did not weigh in for or against" the closing, he said.

However, Robinson said the state cannot continue subsidizing the music hall of fame, which typically loses money each year.

"We're cutting funds from existing projects," he said.

Asked if the museum's demise is a great loss for Macon and the State of Georgia, Robinson said, "I think numbers suggest the museum was not a huge draw. It never lived up to its goals for visitation."

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Ongoing Art & Exhibits

Submitted by Ovations365, Arts, Cultural & Community Events
Tuesday, May 24th, 2011, 4:47pm
Through May 28 - "5X" Photography by Doug Nurnberger, David Veal, Michael Williams, and William Zachary in The Gallery at Macon Arts Alliance. Free & open to the public. Tuesday - Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 478.743.6940.
Through June 10 - "Figures" at Middle Georgia Art Association. Multi-artist, multi-media exhibit. Tuesday – Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday, noon to 3 p.m. Admission is free. Call 478.744.9557.
Through June 23 - Intro to Drawing with Eric O'Dell Thursdays, 6 to 9 p.m. at The 567 Center. Ages 16 and up. For info about tuition or to register email Melissa@the567.org.
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The Search is On...for Cherry Blossom Festival 2012 Art!

Submitted by Jacqueline Harnevious, 13WMAZ Community Web Producer
Tuesday, May 24th, 2011, 4:31pm

Artists:

 The search is on for the official 2012 Cherry Blossom Festival Commemorative Art.

Call Collin Holder at 478-751-7426 for information.

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Circus Is Coming: UniverSoul's Funky Take on Big Top Fun

Submitted by Ovations365, Arts, Cultural & Community Events
Tuesday, May 24th, 2011, 4:29pm
The UniverSoul Circus isn't your typical big top experience. The touring production comes to the Macon Centreplex on Thursday, June 2nd for shows at 4 and 7:30 p.m. In addition to animals and acrobats they feature performers from around the globe, hip and hip-hop music, and an interactive show. Tickets are $18 to $27. Reserve online via the link above or call 478.751.9232.
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Aha: Your Shot to Share on National TV

Submitted by Ovations365, Arts, Cultural & Community Events
Tuesday, May 24th, 2011, 4:16pm
You may have seen Mutual of Omaha's "aha moments' ad campaign on tv already. They depict ordinary Americans recalling small or large moments that transformed their lives. Their Airstream recording studio rolls into town to set up out at The Shoppes at River Crossing Tuesday, May 31 & Wednesday, June 1st. Book a slot from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and share your moment with them. You might end up on national tv!  Recordings are free. Click the link above to learn more.
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