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Artwork of the Day
"David Byrne and St. Vincent," portrait. Artist: Andreas Laszlo Konrath. David Byrne and St. Vincent will perform on The Green at Shelburne Museum in Shelburne, VT on Saturday, June 22, at 8 pm. Tickets available via Higher Ground
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
1000 Islands Jazz & Blues Festival 2013
(June 15 to June 22, All Day) The first event will be a free concert on June 15 from 11:00 - 1:00 p.m. during the Brockville Farmers' Market, Market Square at the Waterfront. Brockville, ON More info
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LIKE WOLVES playing at GCTC
(June 18 to June 21, 08:00 pm) Her husband's unexpected illness during their 45th anniversary celebration forces Vera to take a closer look at her life. This is a dramatic black comedy about marriage, dreams, choices and finally letting go. Great Canadian Theatre Company (GCTC), 1233 Wellington Street West,Ottawa,ON
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Historic Tour of Former Sanitorium
(June 19, 2013, 10:30 am - 11:30 am) Historic Saranac Lake offers a tour of the history-laden former Trudeau Sanatorium, now AMA. $5/person; children and members of Historic Saranac Lake free. Saranac Lake, NY More info
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Musical SUDS season opener at the 1000 Islands Playhouse
(June 19, 2013, 02:30 pm - 08:00 pm) This rock and roll fairy tale is filled with characters and songs from the 60s like "These Boots Are Made For Walking," "Walk On By" and Secret Agent Man. Two performances today at 2:30PM & 8PM. 1000 Islands Playhouse (Springer Theatre/Firehall Theatre), 185 South Street,Gananoque,ON
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FIDDLER ON THE ROOF playing at Saint Michael's Playhouse
(June 19 to June 21, 08:00 pm) This Tony Award-winning musical features such wonderful songs as "Sunrise, Sunset," "If I Were a Rich Man," and "Tradition." The story of Tevye and his daughters is filled with both humor and powerful emotion. St. Michael's Playhouse (Saint Michael's College), 1 Winooski Park,Colchester,VT
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Arts & Culture
Jun 19, 2013 — The martini has been called "the only American invention as perfect as the sonnet." But is this cocktail perfectly American? Maybe not entirely. In honor of National Martini Day, we decided to dig into the drink's muddled past.
Jun 19, 2013 — Claes Oldenburg is one of the best-known American pop artists. Critic Lloyd Schwartz found himself not alone in enjoying the current Oldenburg exhibit at the Museum of Modern Art, which continues through Aug. 5.
Jun 19, 2013 — How did we get all the way to World War Z?
Jun 19, 2013 — Also: The folly of marathon readings; Tom Wolfe has a new book; VICE apologizes for tasteless photo spread.
Jun 19, 2013 — Maggie O'Farrell's new novel, Instructions for a Heatwave, follows a troubled Irish Catholic family in London over the course of four scorching July days in 1976. Reviewer Heller McAlpin says Heatwave is a beautiful book about "the importance of forgiving those you love."
Readers & Writers: Neuromancer by William Gibson
Jun 07, 2001 — With Neuromancer guest William Gibson did more than launch a highly successful and disturbing novel of science fiction, he launched an entire sub-genre now known as "cyberpunk"--dystopian, noir, and bleeding-edge in its technological speculations. Ellen Rocco and Chris Robinson co-host. Go to full article
Interview: Bill Summers, Los Hombres Calientes at Discover Jazz Fest in Burlington
Jun 06, 2001 — David Sommerstein talks with Bill Summers, percussionist for Los Hombres Calientes, coming this weekend to the Discover Jazz Festival in Burlington. He samples the hot grooves from the band's latest album. Go to full article
Remington Collection Book Wins Award
May 22, 2001 — The Frederick Remington Art Museum in Ogdensburg has won an award for the production of an art book about its collection. David Sommerstein talks with Remington Curator Laura Foster about the book, the award and the man. Go to full article
Theatre Review: Hay Fever at 1000 Islands Playhouse in Gananoque
May 21, 2001 — The 1000 Islands Playhouse is celebrating their 20th season by opening with Noel Coward's comedy, Hay Fever. North Country Public Radio's resident theatre critic was... Go to full article
Interview: Phillip Glass
May 18, 2001 — Todd Moe talks with contemporary composer Phillip Glass. He and Foday Musa Suso blend Western and World music Saturday night at the Flynn Center in Burlington. Go to full article
Theatre Review: Art at Syracuse Stage
May 16, 2001 — Art, now playing at Syracuse Stage is definitely worth a trip. Resident theatre critic Connie Meng attended a Sunday matinee and has this review. Go to full article
Maelstrom Percussion Wraps Up North Visit
May 16, 2001 — A profile of the Maelstrom Percussion Ensemble, the Buffalo-based group is working with students in the Plattsburgh area, and wrapping up their visit with a concert at the... Go to full article
Three Hymns from Malawi
May 11, 2001 — A delegation from Malawi is visiting the region this month, sponsored by the Presbytery of Northern New York. Members sing three songs from the Hymnal of the Presbyterian... Go to full article
Malawi Singers Visit North Country
May 11, 2001 — Music traditions of Malawi--a live performance by singers from the Presbyterian Synod of Livingstonia in the warm heart of Africa. Todd Moe speaks with members of the... Go to full article
Song: Redneck Express by The Maynard Brothers Band
May 08, 2001 — The Maynard Brothers Band from Johnsonville, NY, performing Redneck Express. Recorded live on NCPR's The Blue Note, May 8, 2001. Go to full article
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