A mural dedication and artist recognition event will be held Thursday, September 9 at 6 p.m. in downtown Hastings behind Hastings Family Service. The Hastings Public Arts Grant Task Force awarded a proposal to Daniela Bianchini and Pablo Diego Perez Riesco (aka Kalaka) to create a mural embracing the theme “Our Growing Diversity, Welcoming the Future.” Bianchini began work on the mural in mid-August and the completed mural and artist will be recognized on September 9. The mural is one of several murals located throughout the City of Hastings and is the third piece of public art commissioned by the task force. Join us as we dedicate this beautiful work of art in Hastings and recognize the important role of public art in our community.