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Matthews House Sponsors International Affairs Council WorldQuest for Business
Carroll and Sheila Ogle, owners of the Matthews House (www.matthews-house.com), located on Cary’s historic Chatham Street, have announced that the facility will sponsor the International Affairs Council’s WorldQuest for Business. The event is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 19... - February 13, 2008 - Matthews House
Celebrate Black History Month at the Independence Visitor Center
Hosting and supporting an array of events, the Independence Visitor Center will be providing information on various opportunities to celebrate Black History Month all throughout the month of February. - February 09, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Softball Supports the Association for Women in Sports Media at 2008 Convention
ISF allies with media promoting opportunities for women & girls in sport & the press - February 09, 2008 - International Softball Federation
Forbidden Broadway: Special Victims Unit - Broadway as You've Never Seen It Before at The Ridgefield Playhouse
Come see the Broadway shows you love like you’ve never seen them before. The sidesplitting savagery known as “Forbidden Broadway” is on the road again. Now celebrating its 25th year, this year’s version includes the puppets of “Avenue Q,” the witches of “Wicked,” Billy Joel’s “Movin' Out,” and new looks at old favorites. This comedy musical review that affectionately spoofs the shows we all love, will be at The Ridgefield Playhouse at 8 p.m. on Friday, February 22, 2008. - February 08, 2008 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Meet Olympic Skate Champion, Peggy Fleming at The Ridgefield Playhouse, as She Discusses the Importance of Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle
Peggy Fleming will discuss health issues as part of the Adam Broderick Salon & Spa Series for Women and Girls and the Danbury Hospital Living Well Series at The Ridgefield Playhouse. Ms. Fleming is an Olympic athlete, having won the Gold medal in Grenoble, France (the only one for the US that year), so fitness and health are part of her daily lifestyle. - February 08, 2008 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Seascapes by Mustafa Gunen
Agora Gallery (530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York, NY, 10001) is proud to present Mustafa Gunen in Elemental Realms. Scheduled to run from February 29th through March 20th. - February 07, 2008 - Agora Gallery
The Mardi Gras Party Continues at The Ridgefield Playhouse with the Return of Buckwheat Zydeco
Buckwheat Zydeco's powerful and haunting version of the classic, "Cryin' in the Streets" appears on "Our New Orleans: A Benefit Album for the Gulf Coast" along with songs by Allen Toussaint and Dr. John (both of whom have appeared at the Playhouse). After a sold out performance in 2007, Buckwheat is bringing that New Orleans sound to The Ridgefield Playhouse during Mardi Gras, on Sun., Feb. 17 at 8 p.m., as part of the Danbury Audi Jazz Series. Each attendee gets Mardi Gras beads as they enter. - February 05, 2008 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Surrealistic Dreams by Jia Ming Wang
Agora Gallery (530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York, NY, 10001) is proud to present Jia Ming Wang in Enigmatic Visions. - January 30, 2008 - Agora Gallery
Cabin Fever: "Join the Continental Army," at Independence Visitor Center January 25, 2008; 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
On January 25, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. the Independence Visitor Center, located at 6th and Market Streets, will host “Cabin Fever: Valley Forge Encampment.” The Independence Visitor Center Corporation (IVCC) is working in conjunction with Valley Forge National Historical Park and the Valley Forge Convention and Visitors Bureau to present this free and exciting educational program. - January 25, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Eco-Fashion Readies for Silver Screen Close-Up at Project GreenHouse Sundance
Exemplifying eco-luxury lifestyle options and eco-chic fashions from emerging and established designers. - January 18, 2008 - Project GreenHouse
"What is Your Film's Carbon Footprint?"
Project Greenhouse Presented by Lexus Hybrid Living and Earth Pledge’s Limit450 Initiative invite participating films to offset their carbon emissions at 2008 Sundance Film Festival. - January 18, 2008 - Project GreenHouse
Golf Galaxy Golf Tour™ Tees Up a "Real Golf Tour for Average Golfer"
The Callaway Golf-sponsored Golf Galaxy Golf Tour™ ramps up for another exciting golf tournament season. - January 12, 2008 - Golf Galaxy Golf Tour
V-Day in Ottawa IL with The Vagina Monologues
V-Day Ottawa 2008 is proud to present a production of Eve Ensler’s The Vagina Monologues. The show will take place on Saturday, January 26 at 8:00 pm and Sunday, January 27 at 3:00 pm at Old Town Commons, located at 616 Court St in Ottawa. The doors will open one hour prior to show time. - January 12, 2008 - Old Town Commons
Multimedia Works by Ganga Kadakia
The Agora Gallery (530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York, NY, 10001) is proud to present Ganga Kadakia in The Rapture of Form. Scheduled to run from January 8th through January 29th the collection will feature a captivating selection of Ganga's multimedia works. - December 27, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Visual Stimulations by Kenneth Martin
The Agora Gallery (530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York, NY, 10001) is proud to present kenneth martin in Congruent Allusions. Scheduled to run from January 8th through January 29th the collection will feature a captivating selection of kenneth's visual stimulations. - December 27, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Mythological Sculptures by Edelweiss
The Agora Gallery (530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York, NY, 10001) is proud to present Edelweiss in Manifestations of Reality. Scheduled to run from January 8th through January 29th the collection will feature a captivating selection of Edelweiss' mythological sculptures. - December 27, 2007 - Agora Gallery
The Spiritual Art of Salvador Dali: A Holiday Exhibition Featuring the Complete Collection of Dali's Biblia Sacra and Divine Comedy at the William Bennett Gallery
From Genesis to Paradise, the William Bennett Gallery is proud to present The Spiritual Art of Salvador Dali, featuring the first complete exhibition of the 105 lithographs from the Biblia Sacra and the complete 100 lithographs from the Divine Comedy, through January 9, 2008, 11am–7pm, daily. These rare commissioned master pieces by the great Spanish surrealist have never before been exhibited in its entirety. - December 26, 2007 - William Bennett Gallery
Lexus Hybrid Living Presents Project GreenHouse at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival, Jan 18–22, 2008
Exemplifying eco-luxury lifestyle options, eco-fashions, organic spa, and carbon offset programs for film festival entries and attendees. - December 26, 2007 - Project GreenHouse
Figurative Nudity by Cesare Landini
Scheduled to run from December 14, 2007 through January 3, 2008. Opening Reception: Thursday, December 20, 2007, 6-8 pm. Gallery Location: 530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York. - December 14, 2007 - Agora Gallery
The Musical Comedic Genius of Sean Altman's Jewmongous is Making It's Way to the Ridgefield Playhouse
Sean Altman, in addition to being the founder and former leader of Rockapella, is part of a new breed of Jewish hipster comedy that includes Jon Stewart, Sacha Baron and Sarah Silverman. He is hilarious while drawing upon his Jewish heritage relating those bits of life we can all identify. He will do just that as he brings his “Jewmongous” to The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Thursday, December 20 at 8 p.m. - December 06, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
LaughTour 2008 to Make History at the Historic Five Flags Theater in Dubuque
Hey Dubuque; Get ready for an evening of spectacular entertainment at the Five Flags Theater. The Magnificent Mark "The Knife" Faje, will be headlining this "one night only". He has been featured on The Late Show with David Letterman (three times), NBC's America's Got Talent, Comedy Central and the Discovery Channel did a half hour special on his unique skills. He will be joined by top Midwest-touring stand-up comedians. - December 06, 2007 - Lullo Entertainment
Mixed Media Works by Stefano Cattai
Stefano Cattai's exhibition is scheduled to be featured at Agora Gallery with the opening of The Odyssey Within: An Exhibition of Fine Art From Italy and Greece - December 04, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Celebrity Chef Jehan S. deNoüe Demonstrates Healthy Holiday Cooking on Stage at The Ridgefield Playhouse
The Thanksgiving turkey has been put to rest . . . along with the stuffing, creamed onions and pumpkin pie. So, what’s for dinner over the coming holidays? How about something different, something as pleasing to the eye as it is to the heart. Join Chef Jehan S. deNoüe, who has appeared on TV as well as doing live demonstrations around the country, as he conjures up a meal fit for the most discerning diner at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Tuesday, December 11 at 7:30pm. - December 01, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Golf Galaxy Tour Wraps Another Successful Season
The San Antonio, Texas chapter heads to the "19th Hole" after another exciting season. Nationwide, the Golf Galaxy Tour will tee it up for the 2008 Season beginning March 15th. - November 28, 2007 - Golf Galaxy Golf Tour
Annual Gifts for Kids Benefit Golf Tournament
Golfer's Guide and The Club at ConCan are sponsoring the Annual Gifts for Kids Benefit Golf Tournament, December 7-9, at the Club at ConCan. Proceeds of this event directly support the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, in particular the San Antonio, Texas region. - November 28, 2007 - Golf Galaxy Golf Tour
Merry Tuba Christmas at Glendale's Historic Alex Theatre
DowntownGlendale.com and the Alex Theatre are proud to present Glendale's annual free Merry Tuba Christmas holiday celebration. - November 19, 2007 - Alex Theatre
World Record Balloon Sculpture to Benefit Charities
Carmen Tellez of Pico Rivera, CA participates in Guinness Record attempt for Charity by helping with Largest Balloon Sculpture creation. - November 16, 2007 - CharmandHappy.com
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles Kicks Off Its 29th Season with "Holidays LA"
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles take to the Alex Theatre (216 North Brand Blvd.) stage on December 14-16, 2007 for their Annual Holiday extravaganza, “Holidays LA.” - November 15, 2007 - Alex Theatre
Old Town Commons and Bad Puppy Productions Announce Christmas Show Opening
Following the successful run of “Roll ‘Em,” Old Town Commons and Bad Puppy Productions will present “A Partridge in a Pear Tree: A Seasonal Sequined Spectacular”. The show will run every Saturday and Sunday from November 17 through December 23. Curtain for the Saturday... - November 14, 2007 - Old Town Commons
Kois' by Katrina Read
Scheduled to run from November 20 through December 11, 2007. Opening Reception: Thursday, November 29, 2007, 6-8 pm. Gallery Location: 530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York. - November 07, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Golf Galaxy Tour of San Antonio to Host Statewide Event
The Golf Galaxy Tour - San Antonio will host first ever 2-day statewide event at The Golf Club of Texas at Briggs Ranch - October 27, 2007 - Golf Galaxy Golf Tour
Super Country Star Clint Black to headline at Ridgefield Playhouse Gala
It’s going to be a super star studded event on November 2nd at the Ridgefield Playhouse. In addition to the legendary country music star Clint Black—he of “Killin’ Time,” “Strong One” and “When I Say I Do” (with Lisa Hartman Black)—headlining the evening, the “Denim and Diamonds” fundraiser, which begins at 7 p.m. also includes an auction with some signed memorabilia of Playhouse performers over the past year. - October 26, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
The Professional and Awe-Inspiring Russian American Kids Circus is Coming to the Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts
“The Russian American Kids Circus on stage makes spirits soar and crowds roar,” so said the New York Times, and you will echo that sentiment as the Russian American Kids Circus performs at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, November 10 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. as part of the Pepsi Children’s Series. - October 26, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Julia Sweeney to Make Us Laugh at the Ridgefield Playhouse
Best known as "Pat" on Saturday Night Live, Julia Sweeny is bringing her special brand of comedy to Ridgefield.What happens when you’re a zippy single looking forward to the future in a cozy new bachelorette home and your brother—along with your parents—moves into your place? Well, if you are stand-up comedian Julia Sweeney, you put together a hilarious monologue (“God Said Ha!”), take it on the road and keep your audience in absolute stitches. - October 26, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
The Blue Stater Comedy Tour: Political Stand-up Comedy 10/18 in Chicago
The Blue Stater Comedy Tour will be debuting in Chicago on Thursday, October 18, 2007 at 8:00 PM at Chicago Center for the Performing Arts. The Blue Stater Comedy Tour is guaranteed to take on and tackle all the subjects that are on the minds of the well read people who are wondering what the hell happened to our country, and rile and ruffle the feathers of all those who don't think there is a problem. - October 19, 2007 - The Edge Comedy Club @ CCPA
Ancient Iconography by Allan Wash
Allan Wash's Exhibition to be Held at Agora Gallery with the Opening of Figuratively Speaking - October 18, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Mia Farrow Appearing at the Ridgefield Playhouse as Part of the Series for Women and Girls
Mia Farrow has appeared in more than forty films and won numerous awards. However, most of all, she is a humanitarian and an advocate, especially for children, and most recently for the situation in Darfur. Her inspirational life and relationship with her children will be the topic as the first presenter at The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Tuesday, October 23 at 7:30 p.m as part of the Adam Broderick Salon & Spa Series for Women and Girls. - October 15, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
East Pittsburgh's Resource Center is Pittsburgh's Best Kept Secret - Turtle Island Resource Center Could Start a New Trend in Customer Convenience
Turtle Island is the only place in Pittsburgh where you can come in, use the computers, browse the daily paper, check out the bulletin board of local upcoming events, read a book, get a 10 minute massage, have a resume re-written, get a flier designed, support your local artists, get help on the computer, learn a language, play a game, print, fax, laminate, or pick up henna, gaming, or aromatherapy supplies, all under the same roof. - October 13, 2007 - Turtle Island
Jackie Mason, Appearing at the Ridgefield Playhouse on October 18 Before Hitting the Great White Way
It’s rare when one gets to see a legend such as Jackie Mason in a small venue like The Ridgefield Playhouse. But, every so often, just before he takes his act to Broadway, Mr. Mason does a small tour of performing arts centers with his new material. You can hear all of his witty observations when Mr. Mason takes the stage of The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Thursday, October 18 at 8 p.m. as part of the Bruce Bennett Nissan Comedy Series. - October 12, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
WBC Muay Thai Event - XFight Promotions Sponsored by Fairtex & Singha Beer
XFight Promotions along with Fairtex and Singha Beer are bringing one of the most exciting ring sports - Muay Thai to the Bay Area with his first event on October 19, 2007 at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. The event is marked as "War of the Contenders" as ranking fights with world-class athletes to be sanctioned by the World Boxing Council - Muay Thai Division (WBC Muay Thai), United States Muaythai Federation (USMF) and World Muaythai Council (WMC). - October 07, 2007 - Fairtex
The Floating World
Featuring New Work by Gina Stepaniuk and Linda Vallejo - September 28, 2007 - Metro Gallery
Human Organism Carved with Bronze by Benjamin Carpenter
Agora Gallery is proud to present Benjamin Carpenter with the opening of Labyrinth of Abstraction. Opening reception, Thursday night October 4, 2007. - September 28, 2007 - Agora Gallery
2007 Long Island Latino International Film Festival at the West Hampton Performing Arts Center
Celebrate the world of Latino Cinema in the Hamptons during Hispanic Heritage month. Mezcla Media Market's 3rd annual will showcase a new assembly of selected Latino Films bringing together motion picture professionals and movie goers to experience films by the next generation of great storytellers. The Long Island Latino International Film Festival will be held at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center. - August 30, 2007 - Mezcla Media Market
Matthews House Voted “Best Place to Get Married” in Western Wake County
Carroll and Sheila Ogle, owners of The Matthews House, have announced that the Cary events facility has been voted “Best Place To Get Married” in western Wake County in The Cary News’ annual “Best of the West” poll. Published in its Today publication, this poll... - August 20, 2007 - Matthews House
Momento: Featuring New Works by Artists Gronk and Ricardo Garcia
Perhaps in the most unlikely of collaborative efforts, artists Gronk and Ricardo Garcia present their latest work in a two-man exhibition titled, “Momento.” Juxtaposing two distinct styles and approaches to the medium of painting, both artists attempt to express an honest communication... - August 18, 2007 - Metro Gallery
Roll 'Em: A Musical Movie Montage Opens August 18 at Old Town Commons
Roll ‘em takes a walk through some of your favorite musical memories from movies across the years. Re-live the heartbreak of Casablanca with “As Time Goes On,” the joy of Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious, the moving “Circle of Life,” the love theme from Titanic “My Heart Will Go On” and many more. Match wits with their cast as they jog your movie memories with scenes you thought you forgot. Roll ‘em is a captivating review to bring all your favorite movies to life. - August 14, 2007 - Old Town Commons
OTC Comedy Competition - August 10 - September 7 - Win $400
Have you ever been told you were funny or funny looking? Now's your chance to make some money. Starting this Friday August 10th, OTC - Old Town Commons and "The River" 95.3 are excited to announce the first OTC Comedy Competition. One winner from each week will go on to the finals on... - August 11, 2007 - Old Town Commons
The Playhouse Gives Back with a Free Shakespeare Production on the Green Next to the Playhouse
Shakespeare's "As You Like It" will be shown for free on Saturday, August 11th at 2pm on the field next to the Playhouse. It’s a show that is filled with interesting sets and wonderful music. “It’s a great way to kick off our Benziger Family Winery Theater Series as well as a way to give back to the community,” says Allison Stockel, Executive Director of The Ridgefield Playhouse. “We do a lot of community outreach and this is just another way to make the arts accessible to everyone.” - August 03, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Joe Pantoliano Premieres His New Film at The Ridgefield Playhouse
Actor Joe Pantoliano will be on hand to do a Q&A after he premieres his new film "Canvas" at the Ridgefield PLayhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts. Mr. Pantoliano not only stars in the film, but was also the producer of the film. He, along with writer/director Joseph Greco, will stay after the screening to talk to audience goers about the film which deals with mental illness. All proceeds from the film will go towards the not for profit mental health awareness company "No Kidding Me Too!" - July 31, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Agora Gallery to Donate Exhibition Proceeds to UNICEF
Award winning fine artists are set to be featured at Agora Gallery. The entirety of Agora Gallery's proceeds from the sale of artworks will be donated to UNICEF. - July 20, 2007 - Agora Gallery