Town’s Art Acquisition Show is back
TRURO - The Truro Art Acquisition Show is returning after a two-year absence due to COVID.
The return, April 7 at the Nova Scotia Community College’s Mccarthy Hall, was discussed during town council’s recent public meeting. The show, open to the public, goes from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Artists interested in submitting art that could be displayed must do so by March 25. Each artist may, potentially, display three pieces. Information on how to submit, including accessing the application forms, can be found on the town’s website – truro.ca – and by clicking on the ‘Residents’ and then ‘Programs and Events’ links.
“This year, for the first time, there will be two categories, paintings and photography, and an open category for all other works; stained glass, wood creations, rug hooking, metal creations, pottery, needlepoint, excetera. The selection chosen from each category will receive $1,000. The art purchased by the town will be permanently displayed at town hall or other townowned buildings,” said Coun. Cathy Hinton.
“We have so much talent surrounding us, the town is pleased we are now able to celebrate these wonderful, creative artists after a twoyear absence.”
TOWN’S GROWTH
After director of Planning and Development Services, Jason Fox, completed his report about positive statistics and eight development agreements currently in progress, Coun. Alison Graham asked Fox what he might attribute to the town experiencing “unprecedented” growth.
“I would like to think part of it is we have made considerable investments in the town,” Fox replied. “Public infrastructure; things like the library, hospital, Civic Square … all those projects do a lot to increase the quality of life in our community and, I think, a part of it is you’re attracting people to the community.”
He also noted the province seeing increased immigration.
“We’re bringing more people into Nova Scotia and Truro is seen as an affordable place to set up as a home,” he said.
Mills said growth in the community has been a focus since his first days on council more than 30 years ago.
“There have been a number of initiatives to bring about what we’re seeing today,” he said. “Some people, much wiser than me, said if we don’t start working towards this end our community could die by 1,000 cuts if you will.”
“A lot of people, the Chamber (of Commerce), Downtown Truro Partnership, the town, all work together to create a community we hope people feel comfortable moving to and stay. That has resulted in several initiatives and I’m very pleased with the progress.”