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Places to go, things to do, people to see in south ohio, March 2012 issueTRANSCRIPT
Happy St. Patrick’s DayI hope I haven’t jinxed the great
weather we’ve been experiencing soearly in the season. But I unpacked myshorts today and used the box for sweat-shirts and winter coats.
This is the first time in a long time I’vebeen able to drive to work with the win-dows down and my jacket in the backseat. Do I dare plan a Spring weekend get-away themed around the outdoors justthis once?
As usual, there are plenty of things to do ,people to see, and places to go featured inthis issue. But, alas, not all things to doare about fun, recreation and entertain-ment this month. You see, Spring alsomeans Spring home improvement projects- or just plain ole’ Spring cleaning. For themost part, my bachelor pad will get afresh new look by simply picking up andputting away all the clutter. Washing thedishes really helped the kitchen counter(and the dining room and the living roomand the bedroom areas). But once my(ahem) clutter is out of the way and hid-den, I do see a fresh coat of pain is inorder. Then there is the broken lock on thebathroom door and the leaking faucet...Iguess I do need to review the homeimprovement tips found on pages 6 and 7.
Once I’m finished, then I’ll see you at allthe fun things to do, places to go and peo-ple to see. And yes, seeing my pad allclean and fresh, I can honestly say thatwas actually fun, too.
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(ARA) - Warmer temperatures, green grass andincreased daylight help shake off the winter bluesand inspire home and yard improvements to spruceup your surroundings.
Whether you're remodeling to stay put, or puttingyour home on the market, consider home improve-ment and design trends as you plan your renova-tion projects.
Add bold, bright colors - Need a color boost?Fresh color recommendations from the PantoneColor Institute include Tangerine Tango, SolarPower, Bellflower and Cabaret.
Try adding a splash of these vivid hues to helpalter your mood and boost vitality and enthusiasm.Repaint a wall, bookcase or front door for a boldcolor burst. Or sprinkle splashes of color with newcovers for patio furniture, area rugs, pillows or win-dow treatments.
Go green, save green - Among the top greenhome trends from buildipedia.com is renovating toreduce your home's heating and cooling load. Addmore insulation in the walls, roof and floors or sealup leaks or install new windows and doors.
Look for ENERGY STAR-qualified products thathelp lower your home's energy consumption, andin turn, your utility bills.
Low-maintenance Pella 350 Series vinyl windowsand patio doors feature a premium look in an ener-gy-saving design that is the most energy-efficientproduct line the company offers.
Energize your entry - No time for major renova-tions? Weekend projects, like installing a new frontdoor to welcome guests to dinners, graduations andget-togethers, can transform your entryway with
minimal hassle and cost.Consider installing a 36-inch-wide entry door to
add more room to maneuver. Whether you're carry-ing a baby or a bag of groceries, or need extra spacefor a wheelchair or walker, wider entry doors areideal for nearly any home - especially multigenera-tional ones.
Today's hottest entry door trends revolve aroundstyles, materials and performance.
"The Craftsman style remains a popular choice forentry doors," says Steve Brenizer, product market-ing manager for Pella Windows and Doors. "Rusticdoor styles with hinge straps and clavos that createa distinctive look are also standouts. And customiz-ing with decorative glass to let in natural light with-out sacrificing privacy, or adding decorative grillesare also sought-after style options."
Fiberglass is in - When it comes to exterior doors,fiberglass is surging in popularity, Brenizer says."Fiberglass entry doors look like an authentic wooddoor, without the ongoing maintenance needs ofwood," he adds. "Plus, fiberglass offers exceptionalenergy efficiency, weather resistance and outstand-ing durability to resist dents and dings."
New fiberglass Pella entry doors push industryperformance standards to new levels. Their dual-seal technology provides two layers of protection tohelp block out the damaging effects of extremewind and rain. Fiberglass doors are very customiz-able, Brenizer adds. Homeowners can choose theirown exterior clad color, interior wood stain or paintcolor, or create a custom color to truly reflect theirhome's style. For more information visit Pella.comor call 888-847-3552.
Things to Do:Spring Home Improvement
Projects
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Interior designtrends: Easy sea-sonal changesrefresh and reviveyour home
(ARA) - Spring's newgrowth and warm sunshineprovide inspiration forrenewal in our lives. It's atime to pack away thesweaters and boots forlighter layers and brimmedhats. Homeowners shouldembrace this same mindset -one where you pack awaythe heavy textures and colorsof winter in favor of breezyfabrics and fun decor thatinspire a fresh feeling in yourhouse.
Break out of the wintergloom by making some sim-ple changes to your homewith bright, fresh decor. Hereare the top trends in interiordecorating that capture the optimistic feeling ofspringtime, without having to spend a lot of time ormoney.
1. Color your world happy - To uplift your moodand give your home a new personality, color shouldbe the first thing you address. Paint is an easy andaffordable way to dramatically change a livingspaßce. Spring's hot color palette includes rich huesof blue and turquoise, vibrant pink and orange tones,and soft greens and neutrals. Visit your local Lowe'sfor inspiration from the paint color studio that allowsdo-it-yourselfers to identify the "hot" paint colors ofthe season and even pick up samples of each hue totry at home. Feeling adventurous? Dabble in some
vibrant shades inspired by the flora and fauna inyour region. Love the bright red of blooming tulips?How about the rich blue of the sky at the noon hour?Try picking one thing and paint it that bold color - asingle wall, a door, or even a piece of furniture. Watchas the entire room suddenly comes to life.
2. Mix in light and fresh decor - Making smallchanges to your home's decor is a great way torefresh the interior, and you don't have to spend a tonof money. Window treatments are a great place tostart - replace dense fabrics with airy options that begto blow in the warm breeze.
Next, store away existing rugs and replace withones that feature bright colors or botanical designs.Dark accent pillows can be replaced with fluffy, col-
Things to Do:Spring Home
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3. Bring the feeling of "green" indoors - The budsand blooms of spring are a big reason it's such aninspirational season, and houseplants are a great toolfor awakening that sense of nature and bringing theoutdoors inside. Houseplants make any room lookmore luxurious, and they are natural air cleaners.Coordinate pieces that feature nature's elements,such as a leaf motif on a lamp shade or a beach sceneon a piece of wall art. These elements, while subtle,will work together to provide a seamless update.
4. Cut the clutter - Of course any home refresh isnot complete without some cleaning. Start small andgo through any clutter, sorting into piles to use, store,give away and throw away. A good dusting goes along way too, so be sure to hit all the surfaces with adamp cloth. Shine up mirrors, which will reflect thatbeautiful spring sunshine to brighten and enlarge thefeeling of the room.
Changing your home to reflect the seasons is easywith a few basic steps and a little creativity.Remember to embrace the feeling of spring, and theinspiration will come naturally.
Improvement
“One Night Only� March 31
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People to See: at the Victoria Theatre
We Can Do All Things
Tickets: $25BUY TICKETS NOW!CHICAGO MASS CHOIR is known for its versatile
Traditional and Praise & Worship Gospel musicsound. Since 1990, the award winning CHICAGOMASS CHOIR has recorded 15 Billboard chartingprojects. In addition, they have recorded and per-formed with many artists such as Bob Dylan, ThreeMo' Tenors and Umphrey's McGee and Onirama(Athens, Greece). The choir consists of dedicatedmembers, including ministers and evangelists fromvarious denominations.
Chicago Mass Choir
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY! Prior to the eveningperformance of the CHICAGO MASS CHOIR at theVictoria Theatre, Professor William Hamilton, min-ister of music for the New Covenant Baptist Churchand chartered member of the CHICAGO MASSCHOIR, will present a Gospel Music Workshop forselect choir representatives of the greater MiamiValley at the Mathile Theatre in the Benjamin &Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center from 8:30a.m. - 1 p.m. The workshop is limited to 3-4 partici-pants from each church or organization and may bereserved by contacting Betty Gould at (937) 461-8295 or [email protected]. The costfor the workshop is $15 per person.
Tickets Available at Ticket Center Stage(937) 228-3630 or (888) 228-3630www.TicketCenterStage.comSchuster Center Box Office
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The March 20 Mid-Day ArtsCafé features a look at the past,present and future of The ZootTheatre Company, Dayton'snewest puppet and mask theatrecompany. Zoot's presentation willinclude Outreach Manager DawnRoth-Smith, Resident Artist GaryThompson and Artistic DirectorTristan Cupp sharing the story ofcreating The Zoot TheatreCompany, how it became a realityand what their vision is for thenext five years. The team will bejoined by a few of their puppetsfor display, and to present a shortpiece demonstrating their use.
Now in its second season, theMid-Day Arts Café explores anew topic at noon on the thirdTuesday of each month in theBenjamin & Marian SchusterPerforming Arts Center's MathileTheatre. A collaboration betweenVictoria Theatre Association andDayton area arts organizations,each session includes a deliciousbox lunch provided by CitilitesRestaurant & Bar, performancesby local arts groups or visitingartists, and an opportunity foryou to ask your burning arts
questions. This series is a greatnew way for adults to networkwith fellow arts lovers, deepentheir arts experience in a casualsetting and catch up on the latestarts offerings in the Daytonregion.
WHEN & WHERE:Third Tuesday of Each MonthBenjamin & Marian Schuster
Center, Mathile TheatreRegistration and Networking is
from 11:30 a.m. - noon. The per-formance and Q&A session isfrom noon to 1 p.m. The cost isjust $12 for a complete box lunchand beverage provided byCitilites Restaurant & Bar PLUS adifferent exciting performanceand Q&A each month.
Visit online at www.ticketcen-terstage. com/ArtsCafe for ourcomplete schedule and to ordertickets. Or call 937-228-3630.These events sell out quickly, soorder today! Advance ticket saleswill end at 10:30 a.m. the day ofthe Café.
Parking is available in the ArtsGarage on the corner of Secondand Ludlow Streets. Let the ticket
agent at the registration tableknow you parked in the ArtsGarage when you check in andyou will receive a voucher thatdiscounts your parking to $3!
OTHER UPCOMING MID-DAYARTS CAFÉS:
•April 17 - FilmDayton•May 15 - The Human Race
Theatre Company
The Mid-Day Arts Café is madepossible through TheMonarch/Genesis Fund B of TheDayton Foundation. Since 1921The Dayton Foundation has beenhelping people help others in theDayton community and beyond.The Dayton Foundation helpsdonors find the best and mosttax-wise ways to achieve theircharitable objectives, invests andmanages donors' charitablefunds, and provides grants andleadership to grow philanthropyand help meet present and futurecommunity needs. More informa-tion about The DaytonFoundation and its services isavailable at www.daytonfounda-tion.org.
Places to Go : Zoot TheatreCompany
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The historic Murphy Theatre indowntown Wilmington is theplace to be in March for a wealthof live entertainment.
The month kicks off on March 3with Mo' Mojo, an Ohio basedband combining the best ofZydeco and Jam Band to unifythe audience, followed on March10 by Hotel California, the ulti-mate experience of The Eagles'timeless music.
Following Hotel California,Mike Albert will give the"Ultimate Tribute" to the lateElvis Presley on March 17. Be
prepared to be "All Shook Up" asMike, along with his seven pieceBig "E" Band, emulates the soundof Elvis' Vegas shows. Box Seats-$34.25; Main Floor-$29; Balcony-$25.
The month wraps up on March24 with "Ellis Island: Gateway toa Dream," presented by theAmerican Family Theatre. It's ahigh spirited musical capturingthe courage and challenges of theimmigration experience, celebrat-ing the multi-cultural foundationof our nation with wonder, actionand heart. Artists emigrating
from their home country wereparticularly drawn to the U.S.due to the breadth of freedomhere, including Chagall andStravinsky, who were earlierdrawn to Paris.
These artists, like so many oth-ers, embraced the concept that“Art needs Freedom andFreedom needs Art.”Tickets forall these shows can be purchasedonline at www.themurphythe-atre.org or by calling 877-274-3848. The Murphy Theatre islocated at 50 W. Main Street,Wilmington, Ohio 45177.
Places to Go:
Ellis Island: Gateway to a DreamEllis Island: Gateway to a Dream
Places to Go:
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WILMINGTON - Joe Mullins &The Radio Ramblers proudlypresent The c March 30 & 31, 2012,at the Roberts Centre inWilmington, Ohio.
Producer, radio broadcaster andbluegrass musician, Joe Mullins,established The Southern OhioIndoor Music Festival in 2003.This festival has only continued togrow in both popularity and pol-ish. For nine years, this event hasshowcased award-winning writ-ers, vocalists, pickers and bands.This year's line up continues thattradition.
Del McCoury has been writingand performing bluegrass for over50 years. Winner of the 2005 BestBluegrass Album Grammy, TheDel McCoury Band will delightthe audience Friday evening.Nothin' Fancy, one of the mostentertaining bands in the blue-grass genre, will also take the
stage Friday. Winners of theSociety for the Preservation ofBluegrass Music in America forthree consecutive years ( 2010,2009, 2008), their strong vocals,energetic stage presence anddown-to-earth charm keep peoplecoming back for more. JoeMullins & The Radio Ramblerswill entertain folks on Fridayafternoon and evening.
Bluegrass fans love to hear greatgospel tunes and this weekenddelivers with Paul Williams & TheVictory Trio. Rebel recordingartist, Paul Williams & TheVictory Trio, will perform bothFriday and Saturday. Roundingout the schedule will be theBoxcars, winners of four 2011IBMA awards. Also performing atthis spring festival will be TheKenny & Amanda Smith Band,Larry Sparks & The LonesomeRamblers, The Moron Brothers
and David Davis & The WarriorRiver Boys.
Friday morning's mandolinworkshop with Mike Terry, DavidDavis and Mike Andes andSaturday morning's guitar work-shop with Adam McIntosh andKenny Smith will offer techniquesand tips for those wishing towatch and learn from some of thebest. Bring your instruments!
The Roberts Centre has provento be the consummate host for thisfamily-friendly event. Improvedseating will offer better views andeasier access for all performances.The adjacent Holiday Inn pro-vides first-class accomodations,and RV parking is also available.
Tickets range from $30 - $65 andare available on line atwww.somusicfest.com or byphoning 937-372-5804. Receive $5off all advance ticket purchasesbefore March 27.
People to See:
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WILMINGTON - On March22 at 7 p.m., Anthony Gibbs willpresent Courage in the Skies:The Story of the TuskegeeAirmen at the Clinton CountyHistory Center.
Through dramatic interpreta-tion, Gibbs becomes a TuskegeeAirman, facing unique strugglesat home and overseas. Their truestories of adventure and couragehigh above the ground, anddetermination on the ground,come alive with a dynamic Gibbsguiding the way. This presenta-tion honors the Tuskegee Airmenfor their service for country andcomrades.
Anthony Gibbs has traveled throughout Ohio as ateaching artist and living history performer. A grad-uate of Ohio State University, Mr. Gibbs is founder
and Creative Director of BlackHistoric Impressions, an organizationdedicated to the remembrance, appre-ciation and exhibition of AfricanAmerican contributions throughouthistory.
This presentation is made possiblein part through funding by the OhioHumanities Council with support ofthe National Endowment for theHumanities.
Attend this presentation on March22 at 7 p.m. at the Clinton CountyHistory Center, 149 E. Locust Street inWilmington. There is no charge forthis program. Due to limited seatingreservations are required. Call (937)
382-4684 or e-mail us at [email protected]. For more information contact the Clinton
County Convention & Visitors Bureau, 877-428-4748 or email [email protected]
Things to Do: Study Tuskegee Airmen
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Places To Go:
COLUMBUS - For over 25years, Scott Antique Markets hasbeen "America's Favorite TreasureHunt" for incredible antiques andcollectibles!
Hosting the World's LargestIndoor Antique Shows in Atlanta,They also host November thruMarch at the Ohio Expo Center,providing over 800 exhibit booths.heated and A/C facilities andtable and chair rentals are provid-ed.
The last show of the season isMarch 24-25. Admission is freeand hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Sunday. You may find anythingfrom paintings, silver and mapsto furniture, rugs, instrumentsand much, much more. There isalways ample parking, abundanthotels and restaurants nearby.
Scott Antique Markets has beenpromoting top quality antiqueshows for over 25 years. Thisorganization is considered one ofthe leaders in the antique showbusiness and one of the best inthe world. Widely known in theantique industry as America'sFavorite Antique Show, Scott
Antique Markets is unique amongantique shows - not just becauseof the massive number of peoplewho have visited us over theyears, but also due to the spirit ofcaring and co-operation that weextend to our dealers and cus-tomers.
The Ohio Expo Center is locatedat the State Fair Grounds, 717 East17th Ave. For more information,visit online at www.scottantique-market.com or call 740-569-2800.
All year, every year - we'll seeyou at the Scott Antique Markets -America's Favorite Treasure Hunt!
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