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“In recognition of the critical role that arts play in shaping our community, Howard County Government is proud to partner with the Columbia Festival of the Arts to bring world-class artists and performers to Columbia for this cherished annual rite of summer. Now in its 23rd year, the Festival is a true embodiment of and standard bearer for the spirit of Columbia.”
- Ken Ulman, Howard County Executive
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“As a newcomer to the Columbia area, I was excited to learn there has been an opportunity for both residents and regional visitors alike, to have access to world class arts entertainment and exhibition each June right here in Columbia.”
-John DeWolf, Senior Vice President, The Howard Hughes Corporation
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“Since Columbia’s inception, arts and culture have played a significant role in shaping our community. The Columbia Festival of the Arts not only allows local artists, musicians and performers to showcase their unique talents, but it also encourages area residents to come together and experience Columbia’s diversity. CA looks forward to this year’s event and, as always, we are eager to support it.”
-Phil Nelson, President, Columbia Association
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“The Howard County Arts Council is proud to support the 2010 Columbia Festival of the Arts. Each summer, Howard County residents and others throughout the region eagerly anticipate this important two week celebration of the arts. The Festival always features new art forms, as well as perennial favorites, making each year both unique and familiar. In these challenging times, we congratulate the Festival – for once again – putting together a fantastic event.”
- Brian Walters, President, Howard County Arts Council
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“The ongoing success of the Columbia Festival of the Arts underscores the importance of the arts to the State’s culture and quality of life, as well as their significance as a growing part of Maryland’s vibrant cultural economies. Congratulations on the 2010 Festival.”
-Theresa Colvin, Executive Director, Maryland State Arts Council
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“The Columbia Foundation takes great pride in the strategic partnerships we create with innovative leaders in our community. The Columbia Festival of the Arts has demonstrated their own commitment to the community for 23 years. The Festival has led the way in consistently bringing top national and international talent to Howard County and its environs. Just as importantly, the Festival has created awareness of, access to and enthusiasm for the arts in our community across the generations. Their unparalleled commitment and success in fulfilling their mission makes the Columbia Foundation’s own work resonate and multiply. We are proud to be a supporter.”
- Mary Ann Scully, Chair, The Columbia Foundation
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“Every summer the arts come alive in Howard County as the Columbia Festival of the Arts brings world-class entertainment right to our doorstep. The Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center at Howard Community College is proud to be the venue for several performances and we are pleased to welcome both performers and patrons to our campus. Enjoy the show!”
- Kathleen Hetherington, President, Howard County Community College
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“Our students and their families are most fortunate to have the opportunity to enjoy first-rate entertainment right here in Howard County, thanks to the on-going efforts of the staff and organizers of the Columbia Festival of the Arts. Best wishes for another successful season.”
- Sydney Cousin, Superintendent of Schools
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“The Rouse Company Foundation is committed to investing in our community in ways that will help sustain the best among Howard County institutions, while at the same time nurturing and supporting promising new programs that address important community issues. That is why we have been associated with the Festival without interruption, since its inception 23 years ago. This year’s Festival is once again filled with great talent. The Festival continues to provide an opportunity for people in the county to experience exceptional nationally-known artists right in their community.”
- Tony Deering, Chairman, The Rouse Company Foundation
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