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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
For Reservations call 607-326-7908
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Saturday, July 31, 7pm
RELAY FOR LIFE: Benefit for the American Cancer Society
At RAG 76 MAIN!, Stamford, NY 12167
P2 members Kevin Prior Jr. and Dominic Parker team up with Ilan Natter to rock the house for Realy for Life. $5. Reservations: 607-326-7908. Co-presented with the Community Empowermeent Network.
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Monday, August 2, 7 PM
WRITERS EVENINGS at 76 MAIN
1st Monday of each month. Writers present new works in progress - all writing styles encouraged. Moderated Q&A sessions follows. Free. At 76 MAIN! Stamford. |
August 5-6 and August 12-15
TODD MOUNTAIN THEATER PROJECT |
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'LIMBO TALES" by Len Jenkin
Directed by Kip Fagan
One of our favorite and most esteemed playwrights Len Jenkin (KRAKEN 2003) returns with this internationally acclaimed, OBIE winning carnival ride through the American landscape. LIMBO TALES re-visioned for Todd Mountain Theater Project's 12th season takes us into a theatrical wonderland on a journey of spiritual dislocation. With characters driven by dreams, hopes and dilemmas. Jenkin dives into the heart and soul of USA and that place all of us know as the land of in-between. With disarming off beat humor, Jenkin has truly given us a Twilight Zone for 2010.
August 5th-8th and August 12th-15th Thursday-Saturday at 8pm. Sunday at 2pm. Tickets $15. Sunday matinees are free (donations welcome) For reservations: 607 326 7908.
The Roxbury Arts Center, 5025 Vega Mt. Rd., Roxbury, NY 12474
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Saturday, August 7th, 12:30-3:30
RECYCLED JEWELRY WORKSHOP |
| With Paula DeSimone.?Do you have old, sentimental, unused or broken jewelry, pins you don’t wear or just one earring lying around in your jewelry box? If so, just gather a selection of unused jewelry and let’s refashion it into a new piece of wearable art. We’ll use chain, ribbon, wire, or leather along with crimps, jump rings and anything else you could possibly need. Bring in your clean beads or parts and I’ll show you lots of samples and pictures for ideas. Or, if you have some pictures that you like, bring those along too. I’ll supply the inspiration while you do the work.$35 . Material Fee: $5. The Old Bank Gallery, Main St., Roxbury, NY |
Tuesday, August 10, 9:30 am
GLIMMERGLASS OPERA TRIP " TOSCA"
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Sex, politics and religion may not be appropriate for dinner party conversation, but they're perfect for an evening at the theater -- especially if you throw in a helping or two of murder. The lush, sweeping score heightens the drama as a devout, fiery diva challenges a toe-curling villain. Don't miss this opportunity to experience Puccini's popular thriller up close. Our annual bus trip to Cooperstown includes a matinee performance of Tosca and a luncheon buffet at the Otesaga Hotel.
All seats are downstairs and are offered at $100 or $125 for the total package.
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Saturday, August 14, 10am - 1pm
DYEING WORKSHOP
With Nat Thomas. This workshop will start with concepts of color theory, the color wheel and cover the basics of working with “Procion” or “cold water” dyes. Participants will have the opportunity to dye a silk scarf or to produce yardage for a future quilt project. *Dyed yardage can be used for future “Bog Coat Workshop”.$35. Materials Fee:$15. Roxbury Arts Center, Vega Mt. Rd., Roxbury, NY
Saturday, August 21, 10am - 1pm
BASKETRY WORKSHOP
With Martha Bremer. The “New England Tote Basket” also known as a "shopper" basket is a great project for a beginner weaver. Materials used are natural and dyed rattan, and shaker tape. Class will introduce the under over technique of basic weaving. A brief history of basketry and examples of other techniques will be discussed as well. $35. Materials Fee: $30. Roxbury Arts Center, Vega Mt Rd., Roxbury, NY |
Sunday, August 22, 2 PM
MOIRA SMILEY & VOCO |
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"This is a truly phenomenal act, combining the energy of urban street singing with first-rate musicianship, folk roots and traditions from throughout the world. Their body percussion sets are a sight to behold". The Old School Baptist Church, Denver, NY. $15/$12. |
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Monday, September 6 , 7 PM
WRITERS EVENINGS at 76 MAIN
1st Monday of each month. Writers present new works in progress - all writing styles encouraged. Moderated Q&A sessions follows. Free. At 76 MAIN! Stamford. |
Saturday, September 11, 10 am - 1 pm
CONCRETE BOTANICALS WORKSHOP |
?With Carlyle Bradford. *This class will provide a brief overview of concrete; its history and uses. Participants will create a sculptural piece for their home or garden. Piece may include supplied botanicals or found objects and other personal items students may wish to bring. $35. Materials fee: $15. The Roxbury Arts Center, Vega Mt. Rd., Roxbury, NY
Sunday, September 12, 2 PM
SISTER SPARROW AND THE DIRTY BIRDS |
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End of Summer Celebration Dance and Pot-Luck Picnic!: A fresh blend of soul, funk and blues with New Orleans style beats, old-school horn licks and grooves that make it impossible to sit still, Sister Sparrow and the Dirty Birds help us celebrate the end of summer with a good ol' fashion pot-luck picnic and dance at The Old School Baptist Church, Denver, NY. $15/$12.
Reservations: 607.326.7908. Please cal for 'pass-the-dish' information. |
Saturday, Septmber 18, 10 am - 1 pm
PAPER MARBLING WORKSHOP
With Val Wells. ?Paper marbling is a unique craft familiar from 19th century endpapers. This class will demonstrate the magic of the paper marbling process. Participant will place paint on a surface of viscous liquid, move the floating paint with rakes and combs to draw patterns, and transfer these designs to paper, using the materials such as alum, oxgall and carageenan. No previous art instruction is necessary to enjoy this creative experience. $35. Materials Fee: $15. Roxbury Arts Center, Vega Mt. Rd., Roxbury, NY.
September 25th, 12:30 - 3:30 pm
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
With Carla Shapiro. Cyanotype workshop: Cyanotype is a 19th century, non-silver technique that is beautiful to work with and safe for the environment. The finished product is blue. Participants will begin by looking in nature to find items to create photograms. The second part of the workshop is creating silhouette photograms of each person on fabric. $35. Material Fee: $10. 2nd flr Dance Studio, Vega Mt. Rd.
September 25th, 12:30 - 3:30 pm
CHINESE CALLIGRAPHY WORKSHOP
With Tara Hu. This class will give a brief history of the traditional art of Chinese Calligraphy which dates back more than 3,000 years. Participants will learn brush techniques that are both ancient and modern, introducing the union between hand, brush and paper leading them to inner tranquility and the creation of beautiful art.$35. Materials Fee: $15 includes a ?calligraphy brush. The Old Bank Gallery, Main St., Roxbury, NY.
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Saturday, September 25, 7:30 PM
CABARET |
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Lina Koutrakos, Sally Mayes and Rick Jensen sing a little jazz, blues, standards, Broadway tunes and originals. Our annual Cabaret night. $15.$12. The Roxbury Arts Center. |
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Monday, Oct. 4 , 7 PM
WRITERS EVENINGS at 76 MAIN
1st Monday of each month. Writers present new works in progress - all writing styles encouraged. Moderated Q&A sessions follows. Free. At 76 MAIN! Stamford. |
Sunday, October 10, 1 PM
FIDDLERS! 17 |
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An autumn tradition in the Catskills, this year Fiddlers will be paying tribute to Hilt Kelly. A full day of great fiddling, jam session, food and friends. $15/$12. Featuring Jay Unger and Molly Mason. The Roxbury Arts Center. |
??October 16th, 10 am - 1 pm
FELTING WORKSHOP
With Jill Cline. The Art of Felting began more than 6,000 years ago. The magical process of creating wool fabrications begins with raw fleece, a little soap and water and a
lot of agitation. This class will give a brief history and demystify the felting process. Participants can create a scarf, small bag, hat or vessel. No prior experience necessary. $35. Materials Fee: $15. ?Roxbury Arts Center, Vega Mt. Rd.
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Saturday, October 23, 4 PM
THE PUPPET PEOPLE |
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The Puppet People present "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" featuring hand crafted marionettes and special effects. $5 per family. The Roxbury Arts Center. |
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Sunday, October 31
HALLOWEEN IN STAMFORD |
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Join us for the 3rd year of Halloween fun. Games, costume contest, parade and the Haunted House. Free. The Stamford Fire Hall. |
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Monday, November 1 , 7 PM
WRITERS EVENINGS at 76 MAIN
1st Monday of each month. Writers present new works in progress - all writing styles encouraged. Moderated Q&A sessions follows. Free. At 76 MAIN! Stamford. |
Saturday, November 13, 7:30 PM
MASQUERADE BALL DANCE |
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A masquerade ball fund raiser. With mask in one hand and your partner in the other, put your dancing shoes on and dance all night to the Blues Manuevers. Hors d'oeuvres and drinks. $25/$35 without a mask. The Carriage House at 76 MAIN! Stamford. |
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Saturday, December 4, 4 PM
HOLIDAY READ "IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE"
Our 2nd annual radio-style staged reading of a famous Christmas work. Featuring local actors and sound effect teams.
Its a Wonderful LIfe is a 1946 American film produced and directed by Frank Capra and loosely based on the short story "The Greatest Gift" written by Philip Van Doren Stern.
The film starred James Stewart as George Bailey, a man whose imminent suicide on Christmas Eve brings about the intervention of his guardian angel, Clarence Odbody. Clarence shows George all the lives he has touched and the contributions he has made to the community.
Free. The Carriage House at 76 Main! Stamford.
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Monday, December 6 , 7 PM
WRITERS EVENINGS at 76 MAIN
1st Monday of each month. Writers present new works in progress - all writing styles encouraged. Moderated Q&A sessions follows. Free. At 76 MAIN! Stamford. |
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