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Artwork of the Day
"Lament for the Lost," watercolor. Artist: Sandra Hildreth, Saranac Lake. This painting will be on display through June 7 in the "Bird Art Invitational" exhibit at the Paul Smith's College VIC.
Spring Haiku Challenge
The kanji character "haru" means spring. It's time again for the annual NCPR Spring Haiku challenge. Join the hundreds who have sniffed out the season of new growth and put it all into a very few wordsToday's Arts Events
CONCERT: "We'll Meet Again: The Songs of Kate Smith"
(May 21, 2013, 07:30 pm) As seen on PBS's "Live from Lincoln Center," a concert featuring Stephanie Blythe, mezzo-soprano, and Craig Terry, piano, will be held tonight in Snell Theater. Tickets: $25 general admission; $20 for faculty, staff, and students. SUNY Potsdam: Sara Snell Music Theater, 44 Pierrepont Avenue,Potsdam,NY More info
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Creative Tuesdays Program for Kids
(May 21, 2013, 03:00 pm - 05:00 pm) Use your imagination to be creative with recycled materials. Free. All ages, but under 10 with an adult helper, please. No preregistration needed. May 7, 14, 21 & 28, 3-5pm. Fletcher Free Library, 235 College Street,Burlington,VT More info
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Jazz Jam - Presented by the North Country Arts Council
(Every Third Tuesday of the month, 07:00 pm - 08:00 pm) The North Country Arts Councils presents a bi-weekly Jazz Jam the 1st and 3rd Tuesday nights at 7 pm at Musicology on State Street. Bring your horns, your friends and desire to learn more about jazz! Open to musicians and vocalists of all abilities. Watertown, NY More info
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MISS CALEDONIA playing in the NAC Studio
(May 21 to May 24, 08:00 pm) Melody A. Johnson, accompanied by Alison Porter on fiddle, recounts the journey of a rural girl in search of the title in a local beauty pageant, the first step in her quest to become a movie star. National Arts Centre (NAC), 53 Elgin Street,Ottawa,ON More info
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Arts & Culture
May 20, 2013 — The screenwriter, producer, director and actor, whose name has become synonymous with American comedy, talks about his penchant for spoofs and his decades-long friendship with Carl Reiner. Brooks, who is among a handful of people who've won Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony awards, is the subject of a new documentary on PBS.
May 20, 2013 — On Sundays, it can seem like we're a nation of critics. But we're not.
May 20, 2013 — In softcover nonfiction, Jenny Rosenstrach examines dinnertime, Kate Summerscale recounts a scandalous Victorian trial, and John Dramani Mahama looks back on his childhood in Ghana. In fiction, Victor Davis Hanson reimagines an ancient battle, and Marie NDiaye follows three women from Senegal to Europe.
May 20, 2013 — Quidditch was invented "in a small hotel in Manchester after a row with my then boyfriend," writes the Harry Potter creator. Other book news: Ireland puts an entire short story on a postage stamp; Daniel Handler on Midwestern literature; and the best books coming out this week.
May 20, 2013 — A giant lot of Captain Kangaroo memorabilia goes on the auction block this week in Los Angeles. Among the items up for auction are several of the captain's signature jackets, Mr. Green Jeans' famous jeans and the life-sized costume worn by Dancing Bear.
Adirondack Youth Orchestra to Start New Season
Dec 31, 2001 — Since 1985, the Adirondack Youth Orchestra has provided an opportunity for area youth to enhance their music education. Based at Plattsburgh State University, the orchestra is composed of string and wind musicians from across the region. The Adirondack Youth Orchestra's new season starts up on January 6. Todd Moe talks with Mike Branch, a board member with the AYO. Go to full article
National String Project Starts the Music
Dec 31, 2001 — The National String Project at the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam is giving a head start to a new generation of string players and teachers. Todd Moe reports. Go to full article
The Life and Music of Elsa Hilger
Dec 28, 2001 — Todd Moe chats with 97-year-old Elsa Hilger, the first woman hired full-time by a major symphony orchestra. She also shared her music with the rich and famous, including Albert Einstein. Go to full article
The House of Image Gallery: Creating a Crossroads for the Arts
Dec 21, 2001 — Todd Moe visits the House of Image Gallery—a new art and craft gallery in Potsdam.
See work from the current and previous exhibitions at the House of Image... Go to full article
See work from the current and previous exhibitions at the House of Image... Go to full article
It's a Radio Bob Christmas!
Dec 19, 2001 — Michael Farley and Friends graced the Radio Bob Show, December 19, 2001 and played two holiday songs: Christmas Island and Toyland.
Michael... Go to full article
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Theatre Review: Twelfth Night at the National Arts Centre, Ottawa
Dec 13, 2001 — Shakespeare's Twelfth Night has opened for a holiday season run at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa. Resident theatre critic Connie Meng was there and has this... Go to full article
Not Your Father's Shakespeare: Shenandoah Shakespeare Express
Dec 12, 2001 — We revisit the Shenandoah Shakespeare Express--members of the troupe joined Todd Moe in the studio for a fresh approach to the works of William Shakespeare. Go to full article
Book Review: John and Tom
Dec 10, 2001 — Jill Breit has a review of the children's picture book, John and Tom, published by the Vermont Folklife Center. She calls it an uplifting story of loyalty and trust. Go to full article
Theatre Review: Oliver at Syracuse Stage
Dec 05, 2001 — Oliver, now running at Syracuse Stage, is a good choice for a family holiday outing. Resident theatre critic Connie Meng drove down for a Sunday matinee and has this... Go to full article
Concert: Crane 2001 Candlelight Concert
Dec 02, 2001 — Featuring the Crane Chorus and Crane Symphony Orchestra conducted by Daniel Gordon & Christopher Lanz. This concert of holiday music was recorded during rehearsal and live... Go to full article
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