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Fishing novice nets big victory
SEVIERVILLE - For Cierra Ball winning the Mountain Music Kids Fishing Tournament wasn't about taking home a trophy, hearing the applause from a crowd of 2,000 or even winning the $1,200 first prize.
Knoxville News Sentinel |
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AUG. 3-9
OutAbout Multinational exposure Dublin-based Mexican metal-folk guitar duo Rodrigo Y Gabriela performs at 9 p.m. Friday at The National. 612-1900.
Richmond Times-Dispatch |
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MUSIC REVIEW: Symphony musicians play with poise in possible last concert
A large crowd of Columbus Symphony supporters greeted orchestra musicians and Music Director Junichi Hirokami last night at what was, at least as of yesterday, the last scheduled appearance by the troubled ensemble.
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PETE SEEGER: THE POWER OF SONG
A remarkable look at a remarkable man, this revelatory film on the life and times of Pete Seeger may finally get the audience it deserves after its limited theatrical release...
Boston Herald |
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Oldies aren't so old anymore
It's been nearly 10 years — I was 26, single and still had hair — but I remember the moment like it was yesterday: my father driving the family van and turning up the radio, saying to his boys who were complaining about his selection, "Oldies music will never die."
Lancaster Online |
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How sweet the 'Sound of Music'
Maria von Trapp's favorite things include "raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens." My personal list goes more like "Three Musketeers bars and good 'Sound of Music' productions." So (a needle pulling thread), chalk one up for me with Dutch Apple Dinner Theatr...
Lancaster Online |
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Bachmann brings 'Red Violin' to Gretna
Maria Bachmann's parents had to make the most important decision of their lives during their lunch hour. The choice: stay in communist-controlled Hungary or defect and start a new life in America. "My mother was a nurse in Buda...
Lancaster Online |
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Incredible crafts
The 36th annual Village Art and Craft Fair continues from noon-6 today at the Cathedral of All Souls in Biltmore Village. This is the place to start buying those holiday gifts, folks.
Asheville Citizen-Times |
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Island Has More Than Song, Scenery
I am not the hand-clappin', knee-slappin', foot-tappin' sort, but unexpectedly found myself engaging in those behaviors on Prince Edward Island, a destination that sings to the heart and soothes the soul.
The Tampa Tribune |
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Superman statue has eluded Cleveland
UPDATED: 00 :14 a.m. EDT, August 03, 2008 Chuck Yarborough becomes a field archaeologist. Talk arts, movies, music, dining and more!
The Plain Dealer |
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David Maraniss returns to a world-changing Olympics in 'Rome 1960'
UPDATED: 00 :11 a.m. EDT, August 03, 2008 Chuck Yarborough becomes a field archaeologist. Talk arts, movies, music, dining and more!
The Plain Dealer |
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Library Use Spikes In Face Of Bad Economy
BROOKSVILLE - The summer months are always busy for the county's libraries, but circulation numbers spiked well before school let out. It's a trend cropping up all over the country as buying new books becomes a luxury in the face of tough economic times.
Hernando Today |
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The gospel truth: Show lifts TV station's profile
[ NICHOLSON - Dave Wiley just never saw himself as a gospel music kind of guy. A rock 'n' roll roadie and tour manager for years, Wiley didn't picture himself at 52, standing the middle of a country auction house, listening to the Lord's praises and loving it so much.
Athens Banner-Herald |
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Cast Recording for New Musical Oh My Godmother! Now Available
A cast recording for the new musical Oh My Godmother! — currently playing an extended engagement at San Francisco's Zeum Theater through Aug. 31 — is now available for purchase online.
Playbill |
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Pulpy Boy in the Basement Emerges in FringeNYC Aug. 9
Katharine Heller's The Boy in the Basement, billed as a "live action romance novel," will premiere in the 12th Annual New York International Fringe Festival Aug. 9-23, at the SoHo Playhouse.
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Pinoy kids win big in Hong Kong choral Olympics
HONG KONG—These kids rock. In their first sally on the world stage, a group of Filipino children, aged seven to 15, emerged as winners in a major international choir competition held here last week by singing praises to God
Philippine Daily Inquirer |
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Two men face assault charges in connection with unprovoked attack after music festival
Two local men have been arrested and are now facing charges in connection with an alleged assault of residents who were returning home from the Sound of Music Festival in June.
Burlington Post |
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Images Of Hiltons
History Book Features Carter Photos, Others From Hiltons “Hiltons: Images of America,” Daphne and Ronnie Matthews (Arcadia Publishing, $19.99, 2008) Nestled along the North Fork of the Holston River, the little village of Hiltons, Va., in southwestern Scott County boasts at least a couple of claims to fame. Most notably, this is the home place of The Carter Family, the musical trio that came to ...
Bristol Herald Courier |
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe Kicks Off Aug. 3
This year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe kicks off officially Aug. 3, running to Aug. 25, though some venues have already begun performances.
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Island Has More Than Song, Scenery
I am not the hand-clappin', knee-slappin', foot-tappin' sort, but unexpectedly found myself engaging in those behaviors on Prince Edward Island, a destination that sings to the heart and soothes the soul.
The Tampa Tribune |
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Festival celebrates Hispanic heritage
TRENTON -- Latino culture, art and music will be on display in downtown Trenton on Friday as the Trenton2Nite festival marks Hispanic Heritage Month. The opening reception for "ArtistaCUBA," an exhibition of Cuban art, will be held that night at Gallery 125 on South Warren Street.
The Trenton Times |
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For God And Country: Pastor's Wife Serves In Navy Reserves
Becky Minton's duties on a recent Wednesday night - moderating First United Methodist Church's teen night - weren't difficult.
The Pasco Tribune |
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Community Calendar
Carey fest, 11 a.m. Craft show at Krupp Pavilion, 12 p.m. minor league all-star baseball game, 1 p.m. free swimming and junior pony league all-star baseball game, 3 p.m. tri-county garden tractor pull, 4 p.m. 1860s vintage baseball match double-header, 5:30 p.m. Marquis '66-60s and 70s music, 9:30 p.m. giant fireworks display set to music broadcast throughout the park.
The Advertiser-Tribune |
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First Sunday Arts Festival
The First Sunday Arts Festival is held the first Sunday of each month, May through October. This festival combines crafts vendors, artists, live music, street performers and sidewalk dining uniquely Annapolis, uniquely fun. This event is free and open to the public.
The Capital |
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Critics' Picks
Community members and USC students raise their voices in George Frederick Handel’s “Judas Maccabeus” today and Tuesday. The USC School of Music rounds up community members and students for summer choral programs culminating in two concerts. These will be held at 4 p.m. today and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in Rutledge Chapel on the USC Horseshoe. Admission is free. Larry Wyatt, director of choral ...
The State |
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