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Many events scheduled for July 4 holiday
Fireworks are an American tradition on the Fourth of July. In Central Texas, the annual Independence Day celebrations also include parades, symphony music and a warning from firefighters.
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Fourth Songs for the Fourth
We've all seen the scene in High Fidelity where John Cusack and his record- store cohorts rattle off their favorite album openers of all time. And certainly, music history has more than its share of epic LP closers. But the impending fireworks and festive gorging of Independence Day got us thinking: What about lonely little track four? It's not even distinguishable as the segue cut from ...
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East Pierce Portraits: Africa bound
The sounds of African music and the smell of hot dogs on the barbecue swirl in the air at the Joy of Life Church’s yard sale in Puyallup on this sweltering 90-degree Saturday afternoon. Flood Youth Group, open to seventh to 12th graders, is fundraising for a mission trip to Kenya.
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The Weekend’s Biggest Boom: Stanford Stadium, Saturday Evening July 5
The biggest boom of the holiday weekend might be at Stanford Stadium when Drum Corps International - Marching Music's Major League - presents the DCI West Championship, featuring the reigning World Champion Blue Devils of Concord, CA and six-time World Champion Santa Clara Vanguard of Santa Clara, CA.
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Forum encourages minority business owners to seek out opportunities
Using the empowerment theme that permeates this weekend's Essence Music Festival as a backdrop, Lt. Gov. Mitch Landrieu's office hosted a forum Thursday to encourage particularly minority and women small business owners to seek out business opportunities in Louisiana and educate them on how to do so.
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Survey says: 80% likely to attend events at new performing arts center
LEBANON — Results from another survey show public support for a proposed performing arts center in Warren County, according to the group studying whether and how to build a home for theater, music, dance and classes.
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Twenty years of Jazz Jubilee
For 20 years the second week in July has been turning Mammoth Lakes into a vibrant, toe-tapping town.
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One huge effort
LOS ANGELES OK, so cut Peter Gabriel some slack for taking too long to finish an album: Big Blue Ball, a long-simmering world music project he launched back in 1991, that finally surfaced last week.
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Cellist returns for a 'splendid, civilized time' at Seattle festival
The Seattle Chamber Music Festival opens its 25th season Monday night at Lakeside School.
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Singer with ties to Roanoke sings controversial version of national anthem
A jazz singer with ties to Roanoke has sparked a controversy out west. The Denver City Council invited Rene Marie to sing the "The Star Bangled Banner" at the state of the city address earlier this week, but she decided to sing a different song.
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Fun comes naturally at Breedekloof Outdoor and Wine
A celebration of wine, food, adventure and music will take place from Friday, October 10 to Sunday, October 12 during the fifth annual Breedekloof Outdoor and Wine festival, in a majestic setting where mountains combine with vineyards and sparkling rivers to create a natural outdoor playground.
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MISHKA’S ART Studio and Gallery: A Celebration of Colors
This artists reception event will have a cookout, cold beverages and live music. PLEASE NOTE: Entry errors sometimes occur. Always use the provided contact information to verify event times and locations.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Jason Priestley says he got a crash course on the Nashville music industry while directing a reality series about the Canadian band the Road Hammers.
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The Big Gigs: Upcoming shows in the week of entertainment
Unlike certain other Independence Day events that involve those math-challenge beer tickets (i.e., eight tickets per beer, sold in blocks of 10), the only number you need to know at the Triple Rock is four -- as in Dillinger Four on July 4. The Twin Cities punk vets have been performing less and less, but are working toward a new album.
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Colgate Country Showdown to be held in August
Anticipation and excitement is higher than ever as aspiring country music artists prepare for the 27th Annual Colgate Country Showdown at Price City Park, Aug. 2.
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Floodstock 2008 Benefit Concert July 3 - 5
CEDAR RAPIDS – Area businesses and organizations are coming together to host a flood relief benefit concert on July 3, 4 and 5 at Cabo Grill, 2730 Edgewood Rd. SW in Cedar Rapids.
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Education Foundation May Bring Famed Country Group To West Texas 7/3/08
Cross your fingers. Famed county music group Lonestar could be performing in West Texas this September. Midland Independent School District’s Education Foundation is in talks with the group, hoping they'll agree to a concert at Citibank Ballpark September 18th.
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Kenny Chesney Gets His Own XM Channel
Kenny Chesney will have his own channel on XM Satellite Radio July 26 through Oct. 25. Along with music from Chesney's albums, the programming on No Shoes Radio will include never-before-heard recordings, a full concert broadcast and visits from fans and friends.
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NASHVILLE SKYLINE: Sugarland's Next CD Worth the Wait
NASHVILLE SKYLINE is a column by CMT/ CMT .com Editorial Director Chet Flippo.) Sugarland's upcoming CD is a leading candidate for country album of the year.
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Priestley says music industry 'a mess' but works
(AP:NASHVILLE, Tenn.) Jason Priestley says he got a crash course on the Nashville music industry while directing a reality series about the Canadian band the Road Hammers.
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Celebrate American Music this Weekend at the Egyptian
Fourth of July weekend is all about beaches and BBQ. If you want a break from the unrelenting sun, why not cool down in a dim, air-conditioned theater enjoying a salute to American music? Starting Saturday at noon, the Mods and Rockers Film Festival continues with All You Need is Love , a 1977 series tracing the history of American music from vaudeville to rock 'n' roll. Directed by Tony ...
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JamFest promotes bluegrass music
Bluegrass enthusiasts and musicians alike will have an opportunity to enjoy camaraderie, camping and a variety of music in Armuchee this weekend. The second annual Fourth of July JamFest is being held today through Saturday at the Armuchee Music Park at 899 Turkey Mountain Road. The JamFest is a weekend camping and spontaneous musical extravaganza. “There is no stage show or set music agenda at ...
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'My Country': Out of hiding
Three weeks ago, a New York City man - who requests anonymity so as not to spoil his cover for future bargain hunting - perused a Manhattan flea market and paid $10 for an ugly print of a flower. A steal! He figured that nice, wood frame was worth the price and much more.
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For the sixth consecutive year, the Chickasha Arts Council will host the July fourth Family Fun Festival at Shannon Springs Park in Chickasha. The official starting time is 3 p.m. and will last until the fabulous fireworks display presented by many of our local businesses.
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Diversions calendar
FESTIVALS MANITOU DAYS AND 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS: Parades, carnival, contests, ski shows, live music. Fireworks today at 10 p.m. Check website for details of events, times and locations. Memorial Beach Park, 4980 Lake Av. N., White Bear Lake. 651-429-8256.
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