Smitty's Notes ™  July Update - 2004

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Greetings Again, Smittyheads,

This edition we have a mixed bag of news: the announcement of a new entertainment venue downtown coming downtown; a wine festival along the New River you might want to check out; a regional poetry slam festival in Greensboro and the launch of a new Web site of movies of all kinds playing in the Triad.

Thanks to all who made it out to the Smitty's Notes Night at the Warthogs game last Thursday. I had a great time meeting all of you and hope you enjoyed the mounds of free stuff given out. You cleaned me out!!! Drawings for the
various restaurant gift certificates at this event will continue through the weekend. Winners will be notified by e-mail. Once confirmed, the winners will receive the certificates by mail. Again, thanks for your continued support!!
 

Now to the business at hand...

"Th - 411" Coming Downtown this Fall

Just announced is a new entertainment spot coming downtown later this year. It's call "Th-411" located at 411 N. Cherry Street next door to Adams Mark Winston Plaza.  The proprietors are Greg Bell, a promoter and owner of
Groove Entertainment and Nancy Daniels, who are converting the 6,000 square foot space into an upscale multi-entertainment venue that will feature live jazz, classic soul and smooth R&B music, a lounge and sports bar with pool
tables and full ABC permits. Bell has been in the entertainment business in Winston-Salem for a number of years and feels the momentum is shifting toward more people wanting to come downtown, but for a diverse taste of
entertainment.

He also sees a commitment from the city leadership and business community through the recent deal which lead to change of ownership of the Adams Mark Hotel complex to Atlanta hospitality firm - Noble Investment Group, who has begun upgrading the one hotel into the two separate properties - a Marriott Hotel and Embassy Suites. The conversion should be completed by the summer of 2005. This change from those involved in the convention and tourism business will definitely help attract more and larger hotel convention business to the city. The one thing most out of town convention guest want to know after spending all day in meetings is "where is the night life!" Th-411 hopes to be that just a few steps down from the hotels and to the local crowd. Construction is to begin in few weeks with an opening in early fall.



Second Annual River House Wine and Music Festival along the New River


Looking to beat the heat in the Triad this weekend? A pleasant excursion would be a  90- minute road trip northwest toward the Virginia border and to the New River. On Saturday, July 17, the Second Annual River House Wine and Music Festival will be held from noon until 6:00 p.m. Situated on the North Fork along the edge of the New River north of West Jefferson, the River House Country Inn and Restaurant (a renovated 1870s farmhouse) is hosting an afternoon of live music and local wines. Performing in the afternoon is the bluegrass trio of Steve Lewis, Scott Freeman and Josh Scott followed by a cabaret featuring Aaron Price and Vendetta Cream and then swing by MusicSmythe. Six wineries will present their latest, and in some instances, award-winning vintages from the
Yadkin Valley—Hanover Park Vineyards, RagApple Lassie, RayLen Vineyards, Shelton Vineyards, Windy Gap Vineyards and Westbend Vineyards. There will be a crafts exhibition and plenty of food prepared by the River House restaurant. Admission is $35.00 per person.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a fun and relaxing afternoon in the mountains. For more information call 336-982-2109. Or visit www.riverhousenc.com.



The 2nd Annual North Carolina Poetry Grand Slam @ Triad Stage in Greensboro

A convergence of poetic talent in the southeastern part of the country is occurring in Greensboro on Saturday. The Second Annual North Carolina Poetry Grand Slam is set to drop at Triad Stage at 232 South Elm Street in Greensboro. This FREE event is an opportunity to showcase the art of poetry and spoken word to a growing audience in the Triad. Last year's event held at Blandwood Mansion had an overflow crowd of 300 people. The organizers are anticipating a bigger and better event for 2004 and have decided to move it to Triad Stage, one of the premiere performing arts venues in the region. On top of a talented list of poetry artists coming in for the show, they have brought in Bruce George, co-founder of HBO's  Def Poetry Jam as honorary guest judge. Music for the night will be supplied by the legendary DJ Soundmachine from Raleigh, NC. For those who wish to participate in the event, there is a $10 entry fee. Registration begins at 5:00 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. Showtime  is at 7:00 p.m. Get there early. Once they reach capacity, the doors will close. For more information visit www.33third.com/ncslam or call 274-0067.



Winston-Salem Rescue Mission Road Race in the Arts District

Coming in a couple of weeks is an event that might be a first for the Downtown Arts District. The Winston-Salem Rescue Mission, at 717 Oak Street on edge of the district, is having a 5K Road Race on July 31 that will start and end on Trade Street. What makes this event interesting is that it's a collaborative effort between what the community we know as the "arts district"—the art shops and studios, restaurants, coffee shops, music and entertainment venues, metaphysical boutiques and small businesses—and the Rescue Mission, now in its 37th year of providing mental, physical and spiritual help for those in need.

The mission supports people who suffer from substance abuse, depression, homelessness and a general feeling that "no one cares." It serves as a beacon of light and a promise of hope in downtown Winston-Salem. Race organizers and the arts district are calling on all runners and invites the community to take part in the resurgence of activity in this part of downtown. Organizers anticipate well over 400 runners for the event. Registration has now started. Fees are  $15 before July 16, $18 before July 30 and $20 on race day. Proceeds from the race will help provide food, shelter, clothing, job placement, housing assistance to mission residents, as well as many needy families in our community. For more information, contact Mike Foster at 723-7729, ext. 171, or send him e-mail at mike.foster@wsrescue.org Register online at www.twincitytc.org.



Sunday Music at Granville Park

As many of you might know, I'm a huge fan of building social capital in our community. Recently, I caught wind of an interesting event taking place this weekend. The West Salem Neighborhood Association, which is one the oldest
neighborhoods in the city bordering Business 40, Peters Creek Parkway and Salem Creek, is sponsoring a series of "Music In The Park" events each month this summer at Granville Park. On Sunday, July 18th at 7:00 p.m., you can enjoy a night of "Hot July Blues" with blues musician James Braxton and his band, followed by an informal jam session. Also up is a free dinner of barbecue, cole slaw, pintos and hot dogs. Plus, a homemade pie contest will be held with a grand prize awarded to the best pie. Time to dig out Grandma's recipe and bake with love!

This music series celebrates the achievements of the West Salem Neighborhood Association and the City of Winston-Salem Recreation Department, which have worked together to take back the Granville Park from drug dealers and address other crime- related issues. New vandal-proof lighting, elimination of graffiti in the gazebo and a general sprucing up of the park has infused the community with new life and energy. The West Salem Neighborhood Association hopes to host other events during the fall and establish an expanded music series for the summer of 2005. Now that's what being a neighborhood is all about!  Come out and join them.



Triadmovies.com - A local online film source.

Movie buffs! (And there are quite a few of you out there.) Are you looking for a comprehensive Web site that lists of ALL of the movies playing in the Triad? Not just the wide releases, but also independent and foreign films? I think
we might have found the source for you. Just launched last month is TriadMovies.com This Web site has a listing of all the movies playing at the multiplexes in Winston-Salem, Greensboro and High Point and theaters in outlying areas.  TriadMovies.com can be your resource for what's playing in the whole region. From Films on Fourth, CinemaSECCA in Winston-Salem to the Carolina Theater, Central Library and the Bryan Place Amphitheater in downtown Greensboro. Plus, the site includes films showing at the last couple of drive-in theaters left in the area located in Eden and Mt. Airy.

An added feature will be ticket purchases online. No need to hop in the car to wait in line. You can purchase your tickets in advance for, say, the Carousel Grande, which shows on a weekly basis more independent and limited-release films than anyone in the Triad (e.g. "Fahrenheit 9/11," "SuperSize Me!," and "Badasss,"  all of which are playing right now). The site also has plans to add ticketing to the Carmike Wynnsong and Films on Films on Fourth in Winston-Salem in the near future. Other features? A list of upcoming films (wide release, independent and foreign), the latest celebrity and movie buzz, and which films are the top-grossing nationwide and more. I think the Triad film connoisseurs might have hit the mother lode to satisfy their movie-watching palate. To find out more visit www.triadmovies.com.




Neighborhood Transportation offers Bicycling Commuter Service

Neighborhood Transportation, the downtown community's only bike shop and peddling transportation center is now offering commuting facilities free of charge to anyone who would be interested in commuting to the Downtown area by
bicycle. This added service is great for those who work downtown and would like to ride their bicycles into work. Also, if space allows they will accommodate folks who would like to ride during lunch as well. The facility has showers, lockers, and secure indoor bicycle parking. Even a bicycle shower. All this is free of charge. The center has expanded its hours to 7-7 M-F, and 10-6 on Saturday and is open late on Gallery Hop nights (the first Friday of each month). Neighborhood Transportation is located at 501 North Liberty Street (corner of Liberty and Fifth Street across from the Millennium Center). For more information call 722-7727 or visit the Web site at www.ntransportation.com.




Evening with Eight-Plus Smitty! Returning. Need Input on Speakers!


Evening with Eight-Plus Smitty! is the dining concept that simplifies the process of meeting new friends in the Winston-Salem community, while giving you a chance to learn. The series returns in August. This sophisticated and less awkward way of meeting new people over good food, good conversation and good company will be finishing its remarkable fourth year with the fall session, which will run from late August to October.


On top of meeting great people and talking about life in Winston-Salem, each dinner has a guest speaker who helps set the tone for the evening. Past speakers have included notables in the business, entertainment and non-profit
sectors, and various civic leaders. Plus some downright cool people you wouldn't normally sit down and have dinner with. In planning the next session, I have decided to ask YOU whom you would like to have dinner with this fall. Is there someone whom you have been interested in finding out more about? Learning what they do, who they are and in some cases, why they do the things they do? (Still with me?) I have found that the guest speakers are more than willing to take time out their busy schedules to have dinner with interested members in the community. So, whom do you want meet? Shoot me some e-mails at smitty@smittysnotes.com, and we'll see what we can do. To find
out more about this great event, visit the Web site at www.eveningwitheight.com.


 
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Monday

Every Monday BANTABA! AFRICAN DANCE Arts of Yoga * 7:45 to 9 p.m.  Hear the drums! Bantaba means “dancing ground.“ Bantaba - African Dance - delivers a great aerobic workout and a cultural experience all rolled into one. Rachelle Elyse is a great, experienced teacher who can show you how to take delight in your body and the delicious movement of Bantaba. - yes. 717 S. Marshall St.. For more information:  558-1436 * www.artsofyoga.com

Every Monday SOLOS Rubber Soul * See details for times  Jazz, fusion, hip hop, DJ jam. A different show every week! - No cover. . For more information:   *  * www.rubbersoul.com

Tuesday

7/20/2004  - CONVERSATIONS OF HOPE California Fresh Buffet * See details for times  There will be two sessions-- 5pm and 7pm. The topic for this month is `A Secret to the Successful Life` Three doctors share insights and evidence that living a life focused on serving others and going beyond ourselves has a positive effect on wellbeing. The only cost is dinner at California Fresh Buffet. Following a short presentation by the doctors, they will open it up to a group discussion over dinner. Everyone is welcome and reservations are required. Sponsored by the Center for Purposeful Living and Human Service Alliance - price of dinner. 1370 Peter’s Creek Pkwy.. For more information:  336-761-8745 * www.ufhg.org

7/20/2004 6:00:00 PM  - IS THERE A BABY IN YOUR FUTURE? Allegacy Federal Credit Union * 6:00 PM  Forsyth Medical Center’s Sara Lee Center for Women’s Health is sponsoring a free seminar where you can learn what to do in advance to help plan for a pregnancy. Topics include contraception, nutrition, exercise, genetic testing, work and lifestyle choices. - Free, but must call to register.. 1691 Westbrook Plaza Drive. For more information:  718-7000 *  * 

7/20/2004 8:00:00 PM  - SALSA DANCING Speakeasy Jazz * 8:00 PM  We provide Salsa lessons every Tues. night at no charge beginning at 8:00 PM. After the lessons spend the rest of the evening practicing what you have learned. We are having a great time! - No Charge. 410 W. 4th St., Ste 100-A. For more information:  (336) 722-6555 * www.speakeasyjazz.net

7/20/2004 8:00:00 PM  - SALEM BAND CONCERT Old Salem Square * 8-9:15pm  Relax in the Old Salem Square and listen to music varying from classical works to Broadway selections. Originating in 1771, the band is the oldest continuously performing wind instrument ensemble in the nation and has been giving summer concerts since the late 1800s.  - Free. Main and Academy Streets. For more information:  336-724-2008 *  * www.carolinamusicways.org

7/27/2004 7:00:00 PM  - TRIAD TRAVEL CLUB Sharon Luggage * 7:00 PM  Triad Travel Club meeting to discuss Fall Color Cruising and see a packing demonstration - one bag, seven outfits. - Free. Friendly Shopping Center. For more information:  336 664 0600 * www.triadtravelclub.com

7/27/2004 7:00:00 PM  - KING NIGHT AT THE WARTHOGS Warthogs Stadium * 7:00 PM  The King Chamber of Commerce, the City of King and King Little League are combining efforts to plan King Community Night at the Warthogs for Tuesday, July 27. City officials will be recognized in pre-game activities, a local group will sing the national anthem, and the City of King and its residents will be recognized throughout the evening. Tickets for this event are the usual $6.00 per person. The difference is that King Little League will receive $1.00 for each ticket sold in King, and an additional $1.00 for each King ticket collected at the gate! Tickets are available at the Chamber office (124 South Main Street), Gentry’s Store, Keith Mason’s Allstate agency (Five Forks Shopping Center), or from Little League Board members.  - $6.00 . . For more information:  336-983-9308 * kcoc@alltel.net

Wednesday

7/21/2004 7:00:00 PM  - NASHVILLE SONGWRITERS ASSOC. MONTHLY WORKSHOP Morning Dew Coffee Roasters * 7:00 PM  The Winston-Salem Chapter of the Nashville Songwriters Association invites all writers, any genre, to attend our regular monthly workshop, which takes place each third Wednesday at 7pm! - free. 1047 Burke St.. For more information:  336-414-0722 * www.morningdewcoffee.net

7/28/2004 10:00:00 AM  - SECCA : COMMUNITY DAY Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art (SECCA) * 10:00 AM - 5 PM  These free quarterly events celebrate new exhibitions and offer exciting hands-on art activities for children of all ages, refreshments, live music and other types of family entertainment. SECCA’s Community Days are supported by a grant from Frank B. Hanes and Wholefoods Market.  - Free. 750 Marguerite Drive. For more information:  336-725-1904 *  * www.secca.org

7/28/2004 9:00:00 PM  - EEK A MOUSE, DA SYSTUM (REGGAE) Ziggy’s * 9:00 PM   - $12 in advance. . For more information:  * www.ziggyrock.com

Thursday

7/15/2004 6:00:00 PM  - FORSYTH TOASTMASTERS Mayberry Restaurant * 6:00 PM  Toastmasters is the best way to improve your communication skills. Lose your fears of public speaking and learn skills that will help you be more successful in whatever path you’ve chosen in life. Be a better listener. Easily lead teams and conduct meetings. Give and receive constructive evaluations. - free for guests. 50 Miller St.. For more information:  336-712-9804 *  * 

7/15/2004 9:00:00 PM  - WAFER THIN, BO STEVENS, BICOASTALS (POP) Ziggy’s * 9:00 PM   - $5 at door. . For more information:   *  * www.ziggyrock.com

7/15/2004 9:00:00 PM  - THE AVETT BROTHERS WITH GUEST JUST ABOUT TO BURN The Garage * 9:00 PM  Charlotte’s hottest band, The Avett Brothers www.theavettbrothers.com return to The Garage after captivating large crowds at this years Merlefest and at Summer on Trade in May.  - $7 advance / $10 day of show. 110 West 7th St. For more information:  336-777-1127 *  * www.the-garage.ws

7/22/2004 7:00:00 PM  - NPR’S BOB EDWARDS BOOKSIGNING Wait Chapel at WFU * 7:00 PM  88.5 WFDD welcomes NPR’s Bob Edwards for a fundraiser lunch and a booksigning event with Q&A. Lunch is $50/limited seating. Booksigning is free. - lunch, $50 - booksigning, free. WFU Campus. For more information:  758 4870 *  www.wfdd.org

7/22/2004 7:00:00 PM  - TRIAD TRAVEL CLUB Sharon Luggage * 7:00 PM  Come and find out about cruising to see the Fall Colors and see a packing demonstration - one bag seven outfits. - Free. Hanes Mall. For more information:  336 664-0600 * www.triadtravelclub.com

7/22/2004 9:00:00 PM  - JAZZ - ALLISON KING Speakeasy Jazz * 9:00 PM  Allison is one of the favorite dance night groups at Speakeasy. Put your dancing shoes on and get ready for a night of dancing! - $5.00. 410 W. 4th St., Ste 100-A. For more information:  (336) 722-6555 * www.speakeasyjazz.net

7/22/2004 9:00:00 PM  - BRAND NEW SIN, SOUNDEVICE, THROTTLEROD, MAGNETHEAD Ziggy’s * 9:00 PM   - $7 at the door. . For more information:   *  * www.ziggyrock.com

7/29/2004 9:00:00 PM  - OZRIC TENTACLES (ART ROCK) Ziggy’s * 9:00 PM   - $17 in advance. . For more information:   *  www.ziggyrock.com

7/29/2004 9:00:00 PM  - JAZZ - CLE THOMPSON Speakeasy Jazz * 9:00 PM  Cle delivers jazz and blues with energy and a style all her own. This will be a night of great music and entertainment! - $5.00. 410 W. 4th St., Ste 100-A. For more information:  (336) 722-6555 * www.speakeasyjazz.net

7/29/2004 9:00:00 PM  - FRONT PAGE BAND & SHOW Thea’s Blues and Jazz Club  * 9:00 PM   - . 521 N. Liberty St. For more information:  336-722-4195 *  * http://www.theasbluesandjazzclub.com

Friday

7/16/2004 thru 7/17/2004  - SUPER SIZE ME Films on Fourth at Stevens Center * See details for times  “Appetite suppressant, frat-boy stunt, and anti-corporate headbutt all in one juicy if not always wholesome package, Super Size Me records the consequences of a 30-day McDonald’s-only diet, ratcheting up amused horror as the month of increasingly Unhappy Meals takes a nightmarish toll on its test subject. Morgan Spurlock’s self-starring documentary has nothing new to say about America’s fast-food addiction and obesity epidemic, but there’s no denying its grotesque effectiveness. Conflating activism and performance art, the filmmaker’s method does not preclude a few well-timed hits below the (greatly loosened) belt….” Dennis Lim, The Village Voice Friday July 16 @ 5:30 PM & Sat. July 17 @ 8 PM  - $6. 405 W. Fourth St. For more information:  336-721-1945 * www.cinemasociety.org

7/16/2004 thru 7/17/2004  - DOGVILLE Films on Fourth at Stevens Center * See details for times  “Controversial, intelligent and daring, Dogville features a career-best performance from Nicole Kidman. She’s a woman on the run in 30s America, who seeks refuge in the remote Rocky Mountain town of the title. You won’t see any stunning Colorado scenery, though. Lars von Trier’s experimental picture is set on a near-bare stage, with buildings drawn in chalk outlines on the floor and actors miming their everyday actions (opening doors, cooking, gardening etc). Unusual, but intriguing....” Nev Pierce, BBCi Friday July 16 @8:00 PM & Sat. July 17 @ 5:30 PM  - $6. 405 W. Fourth St. For more information:  336-721-1945 * www.cinemasociety.org

7/16/2004 9:00:00 PM thru 7/16/2004  - NIGHT OF JAZZ millennium center * 9:00 PM  Winston-Salem Falcons are proud to announce our 2004-05 Falcon Kickoff weekend. We will host our 1st annual `Night of Jazz and Golf tournament. Night of jazz will be held at the Millennium Center on 7/16/04 performance by `/Darksun` and hosted by 97.1 WQMG Buster Brown ticket can be purchased for 20.00 in advanced / 25.00 at the door at Shari Fashions, New Generation Barber Shop, Big Thyme Hair Salon, Liberty Street Grille and Primetyme this event will be catered by `Leon’s Catering. For more information contact Mason Kellum (336)986-3660, Daryle Miles (336)399-6699, or Brian Mackin (336)577-5333. all proceeds benefit the Winston-Salem Falcons  - 20.00 in advanced / 25.00 at the door . 101 5th street. For more information:  336-986-3660 * kellum_m@earthlink.net

7/16/2004  - CREEKSIDE Rubber Soul * See details for times  Locally based `superman jam band`!!! - $5. . For more information:   *  * www.rubbersoulbar.com

7/16/2004 7:00:00 PM  - THE GIFT OF LIFE NC School of the Arts, Performance Place * 7:00 PM  The Enrichment Center Performance Company and Percussion Ensemble will share the stage with Chimaera Physical Theater and NC School of the Arts students at 7p.m. on Friday, July 16 at Performance Place, NCSA campus. They will present an evening of theater entitled `The Gift of Life.` The performance is free and open to the public. - No. 1533 S. Main St.. For more information:  (336)777-0076, x209 * www.enrichmentcenter.org

7/16/2004 9:00:00 PM  - CAST IRON FILTER, ABE REID (NEW GRASS) Ziggy’s * 9:00 PM   - $7 at the door. . For more information:   *  * www.ziggyrock.com

7/16/2004 9:00:00 PM  - SWEET DREAMS - 8 PIECE BAND & SHOW Thea’s Blues and Jazz Club  * 9:00 PM   - . 521 N. Liberty St. For more information:  336-722-4195 *  * http://www.theasbluesandjazzclub.com

7/16/2004 9:00:00 PM  - JAZZ - JOE ROBINSON Speakeasy Jazz * 9:00 PM  Joe is a local favorite. He plays Miles Davis style trumpet and is accompanied by piano, bass & drums. - $5.00. 410 W. 4th St., Ste 100-A. For more information:  (336) 722-6555 * www.speakeasyjazz.net

7/23/2004  - THE SAMS WITH EASYBAKE Rubber Soul * See details for times  KD Rouse and local mainstream Sam Moss team up for these exciting original sounds - $5. . For more information:   *  www.rubbersoulbar.com

7/23/2004 6:30:00 PM  - RENEE HENRY @ THE CELTIC CAFE’ Towers Shopping Center * 6:30 PM  please check out our website for more info - $1. 205 s stratford rd. For more information:  336-703-0641 * www.thecelticcafe.com

7/23/2004 7:30:00 PM  - FOURTH FRIDAY FLING! RagApple Lassie Vineyards * 7:30 PM  Buffet dining and live jazz by Larry Davis and Gail Williams during the dinner hour. After dinner program features Rebecca Stevens, astounding young jazz vocalist, and trio. Dinner reservations required. - $20.00 for dinner and entertainment. Rockford Road. For more information:  1-866-724-2775 * www.ragapplelassie.com

7/30/2004  - MODERN GROOVE SYNDICATE Rubber Soul * See details for times  From Virginia, these guys have it DOWN!!!! They’ll shake it then bake it, right in front of you. - $5. . For more information:   *  * www.rubbersoulbar.com

7/30/2004 7:00:00 PM  - ART AUCTION Tessera Gallery * 7:00 PM  Local,Regional, & National artist have donated items to help with the launch of Triad Opera Theatre, America’s Premier African American Opera Training Company - no/ must RSVP . 628 W. Fourth Street. For more information:  336.714.6169 * www.triopera.com

7/30/2004 8:00:00 PM  - NONE OF THE ABOVE (BLUEGRASS) Sawbriar Acoustic Stage * 8:00 PM  NONE OF THE ABOVE: Fastly growing in popularity all over the southeast with their new CD `Illussions`. An absolutely fantasitic bluegrass band featuring the talents of, Tim Sands, Tim Harrison, David Crawford, Mike Wigal and Mark Thomas. With original material ranging form moving balads to die hard driving bluegrass, $7.00. 111 East Main Street. For more information:  336-368-7111 * www.Sawbriar.com

7/30/2004 9:00:00 PM  - JAZZ - JUSTIN THOMPSON QUARTET Speakeasy Jazz * 9:00 PM  Justin is a vocalist, guitarist and composer that is currently living in Nashville, Tn. This will be a return performance for this group. They were very well received that last time they performed at Speakeasy. Everybody wanted to know then when they would be back. Check them out. - $5.00. 410 W. 4th St., Ste 100-A. For more information:  (336) 722-6555 *  www.speakeasyjazz.net

Saturday

7/17/2004 thru 10/1/2004  - BARNSTORMERS SECCA * See details for times  Since 1999, the Barnstorners have created large-scale murals on old barns, rebuild them in the museum and begin the process of creating their murals. Gallery Hours: 10 am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday, 2-5pm Sunday.  - $. 750 Marguerite Drive. For more information:  336-725-1904 *  * www.secca.org

7/17/2004 thru 10/1/2004  - JACOB KASS: PAINTED SAWS SECCA * See details for times  Upon retirement, Jacob Kass began painting on household objects. This exhibit includes 65 saws and other painted tools, among other things portraying subway scenes and urban settings to more open natural landscapes. Gallery hours: 10am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday; 2-5pm Sunday.  - $. 750 Marguerite Drive. For more information:  336-725-1904 *  * www.secca.org

7/17/2004 8:00:00 AM thru 7/17/2004  - OPERATION RED SLEIGH CHARITY BIKE RIDE NC Zoo * 8:00 AM  Operation Red Sleigh is a non-profit organization sponsoring our second Charity Bike Ride at the NC Zoological Park in Asheboro which is a benefit program for Randolph Countys needy children at Christmas time, this is our second year of our ride and hope to make it even larger this year. Operation Red Sleigh is sponsord by the local Highway Patrol, Asheboro Police Dept,Randolph Co Sheriffs Office,Randleman Police Dept,Ramsuer Police Dept and Liberty Police Dept. - $35.00 registration fee. 4401 Zoo Pky. For more information:  336-859-9074 * www.operationredsleigh.com

7/17/2004  - LITTLE GREEN CHAIRS Rubber Soul * See details for times  Also from Athens, GA. (They grow lots of talent down there!), a wide genre’ of rock, pop and soul - $5. . For more information:   *  * www.rubbersoulbar.com

7/17/2004  - SEVENDUST, NON POINT, RA Ziggy’s Music Park (Ziggy’s parking lot) * See details for times  show starts at 6:00pm, aftershow with 5L’s and Choke Chain inside starting at 11:30pm - $20 in advance. . For more information:   *  * www.ziggyrock.com

7/17/2004 2:00:00 PM  - TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE Stevens Center * 2:00 PM  Second film in the Family Film Series presented by the NCSA School of Filmmaking. Family-friendly rating. Tickets available at the door. - $2/adults and $1 children under 12. . For more information:  721-1945 *  * 

7/17/2004 8:00:00 PM  - NAOMI’S FANCY (CELTIC MUSIC) Sawbriar Acoustic Stage * 8:00 PM  One of the absolute best Celtic bands you’ll hear anywhere. They’re fun, energetic, and incredibly talented musicians. Always a terrific show. For more info about Naomi’s Fancy:  - $7.00. 111 East Main Street. For more information:  336-368-7111 *  www.Sawbriar.com

7/17/2004 9:00:00 PM  - JAZZ - UPPERLINEUP Speakeasy Jazz * 9:00 PM  Check out Roberto Orihuela on the vibraphone. Roberto is an amazing jazz musician and entertainer. He is joined on stage by Bill Jenco on piano, Jeff Weichinger on bass and Larry Carmen on drums. - $5.00. 410 W. 4th St., Ste 100-A. For more information:  (336) 722-6555 * www.speakeasyjazz.net

7/17/2004 9:00:00 PM  - PHAZE BAND & SHOW - FROM CHARLOTTE Thea’s Blues and Jazz Club  * 9:00 PM   - . 521 N. Liberty St. For more information:  336-722-4195 *  * http://www.theasbluesandjazzclub.com

7/17/2004 10:00:00 PM  - 80’S / 90’S PARTY Fusion * 10:00 PM  member of Absolute 80’s and Life in General’s new band the Plaid Cowboys will play this special event - none. Burk St. For more information:  336-722-4500 *  * 

7/24/2004 6:00:00 PM thru 7/24/2004  - LANTERNS OF HOPE Corpening Plaza * 6:00 PM  Celebrate peace and multicultural understanding. Make a Japanese-style peace lantern and float it at dusk. Participate in craft making and enjoy entertainment by Eudulio Solis and friends, Centennial Squares, Janice Price Studios, Sao Lao Dancers, PIRD Interracial youth choir, Praise Dancers of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, the Children’s Museum of W-S, and Three Treasures Tai Chi Association.  - Free. 3rd and Liberty. For more information:  336-748-3088 * www.forsythlibrary.org

7/24/2004  - PIEDMONT SWING DANCE SOCIETY LIVE BAND DANCE Oriental Shrine Club * See details for times  7:30 beginning lesson (included in admission) 8:30-11:30 swing dance - $8 members and students under 21, $10 nonmembers. 5010 High Point Rd. For more information:  336-508-9998 * www.piedmontswingdance.org

7/24/2004 6:00:00 PM  - BARK IN THE PARK Ernie Shore Field * 6:00 PM  The Winston-Salem Warthogs will be hosting `Bark in the Park`, July 24th vs. The Myrtle Beach Pelicans. Fans can enjoy the game with their dogs and support the Forsyth Humane Society at the same time. There will be a special section reserved just for dogs and their human companions. In addition, Skip Prosser’s wife, Nancy, and their dog, Abbey, will be at the game to greet human and canine fans. There will also be a vet on hand to answer all of your questions. The fun begins at 6:00 PM and first pitch is at 7:00 PM.  - . . For more information:  336-721-1303 * rweltonfhs@triad.rr.com

7/24/2004 7:30:00 PM  - NO BETTER LOVE CONCERT LJVM Coliseum * 7:30 PM  SILK with H-Town, Jon-B and Hi-Five in No Better Love concert. Joel Coliseum Theatre. - $17.50 & $27.50 advance; $20 & $30 day of show.. 2825 University Parkway. For more information:  336-725-5635 * www.ljvm.com

7/24/2004 9:00:00 PM  - ENVISION BAND & SHOW Thea’s Blues and Jazz Club  * 9:00 PM   - . 521 N. Liberty St. For more information:  336-722-4195 *  * http://www.theasbluesandjazzclub.com

7/24/2004 9:00:00 PM  - THE ACADEMY, EPSILON ZERO, HALORED, CYNDER (ROCK) Ziggy’s * 9:00 PM   - $7 at the door. . For more information:   *  * www.ziggyrock.com

7/24/2004 9:00:00 PM  - JAZZ - KEN KENNEDY BAND Speakeasy Jazz * 9:00 PM  Ken Kennedy is featured on piano with Herb Stephens on guitar, Leroy Robison on bass and Chris Jenkins on sax. This will be a Speakeasy debut for this group. Join us in welcoming them to the Speakeasy stage. - $5.00. 410 W. 4th St., Ste 100-A. For more information:  (336) 722-6555 * www.speakeasyjazz.net

7/31/2004  - ABE REID Rubber Soul * See details for times  There is simply no one better. He wrote the book on `entertaining Rock & Roll` - $5. . For more information:   *  * www.rubbersoulbar.com