Photography has arrived as universal medium: Lenswoman Dayanita Singh

Photography is not just an art form but needs to be seen as a language, says India's leading contempoaray photographer Dayanita Singh, known for her works in black-and-white.

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Community Calendar: Sept. 7, 2010

PELION BAND’S ALL CAR, TRUCK AND BIKE SHOW: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 18, Pelion High School, 510 Main St., Pelion. Registration for the show, 9 a.m.-noon. Judging begins at 12:30 p.m. Also includes drawings, silent auction, door prizes and entertainment. Proceeds benefit the band. (803) 465-0423; www.pelionbandallcartruckandbikeshow.com