Upcoming: Monkees of Lake Norman’s Lily Pulitzer trunk show
With a range of new arrivals, nothing will make your wardrobe say summer is here, like a dress or a pair of bright green shorts.
Win tickets to see Guy Fieri May 18
Guy Fieri and his bleach-blond hair are rolling into town Wednesday, May 18. Win a pair of tickets.
The CLog Top 10: April 2011
Feature counts down the 10 most-read CLog stories of the previous month.
Five charged in beating of S.C. gay man
S.C. has no hate crime legislation, so charges would be federal.
Chick-fil-A loves teachers
To celebrate Teacher Appreciation Day tomorrow, May 3, Charlotte-area Chick-fil-A restaurants will give away a free sandwich to all current teachers and staff between the hours of 10:30 am and 10 pm. To get your free sandwich, show a your school ID. The offer includes the Original Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich or Chick-fil-A® Spicy Chicken Sandwich.…
Osama bin Laden’s dead … and the media goes wild!
Reaction to the news of Osama bin Laden’s death ranges from crazy to crazier.
Photos from Fashion Soul
I’ve been drooling over the photos my photographer sent in, and now you can, too.
Bill James ‘celebrates’ Osama bin Laden’s end by throwing up bile
If you’re so tightly bound by your own political rage that your reaction to a big day in U.S. history is to nitpick a successful mission over one detail, then you’re screwed up enough to be considered comical.
Bottom Line Piano Bar debuts tonight
The Bottom Line Piano Bar, located on the main level of Bar At 316, will open tonight for a Family and Friends event.
Match.com: Take 3
Downloading a date on Match.com.
The Common Market, 4/30/11
The Common Market in South End hosted its Sexy Power Party to celebrate its two-year anniversary on Saturday, April 30.
South End Soul, 4/30/11
Fashion Soul, presented by South End Soul (a community celebration of art and design), took place April 30 between Dharma Lounge and Marigny. Designs by Joey Hewell, Cigi Guzman, Luis Machacao, The Frock Shop and Niche, with styling by various South End salons, were showcased to an enthusiastic crowd. Photos by Jeaumane McIntosh
Live review: AWOL Festival
Locals outshine the nationals during day-long music festival on April 30, 2011.
Suite, 4/29/11
On Friday, April 29, Suite was bachelorette party central.
Carolina Rebellion schedule announced
Find out who’s playing when at the May 7 festival.
Peanut butter-stuffed chocolate chip cookies
What’s better than dessert? TWO desserts!
Today’s Top 5: Monday
Here are the five best events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area today.
Today’s Top(less) 5: Monday
Here are the five best events to get you hot and bothered with or without a date.
Live video: Usher’s OMG Tour in Charlotte
I could go on and on about what a great concert this was, but I fear that would be the 16-year-old girl in me gushing. Check out this video instead.
French legends shine in Potiche
Catherine Deneuve and Gerard Depardieu headline this breezy film.
Fast Five: Maximum overdrive
Filmmakers go for a high Five.
Sharia law and face-stapling: Is there a link?
All right! We have our own anti-Sharia bill! Congratulations to the New Troglodyte majority running the General Assembly — they’ve done something I didn’t expect to see in this lifetime: a North Carolina legislature that’s almost as ridiculous as South Carolina’s. It’s a hell of an accomplishment, especially when you consider S.C.‘s long-established national reputation…
Bad pick-up lines, and even worse responses
How (not) to respond to bad pick-up lines
Theater review: Agnes of God
Tempestuous women, baby killing, hypnosis, and stigmata are all in the pot for John Pielmeier’s Agnes of God. But as the current Carolina Actors Studio Theatre production shows us all too well, that pot has to be very artfully stirred. How else is one to explain why such an excellent cast generates so much heat…
VBGB beer garden now open
With a multitude of beers on tap, you could get dizzy from reading the beer menu they have posted above the bar.
Behind Van Gogh’s brain
Attendees will hear from a neurologist about the disorders that plagued Van Gogh.
Alive After Five, 4/28/11
Alive After 5 was hosted at the Wachovia Plaza for the last time this year on April 28.
10-in-10 CD reviews (4/29/2011)
Each Friday, we review 10 recently released CDs in 10 words each.
Hymn for Her, Man Man tonight (4/29/2011)
Quirky band hits the Visulite, while bluegrass duo performs in Rock Hill.
Do your date night special at Crave Dessert Bar on the patio
Crave Dessert Bar offers a date-night special tonight to add some sweetness to your evening.
Meet the photographer: Debra Renee Seth
Used to being in front of the camera, Debra Renee Seth enjoys switching roles to become the photographer.
Meet Bill Johnson — the guy who may be Duke Energy’s next CEO
If regulators approve the Duke-Progress merger, Bill Johnson will be in charge of the energy giant.
Wait. Who got married?
I wish the newly married royals all the best and all, but I also wish our society would focus on reality.
Night review: Whisky River invite-only anniversary party
A dance party in which, as one friend put it, “people settle their differences in dance.”
Today’s Top 5: Friday
Here are the five best events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area today.
Today’s Top(less) 5: Friday
Here are the five best events to get you hot and bothered with or without a date.
Weekender, April 29-May 1
Check out these events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area this weekend.
‘I’m like Tucker Max’
Girls don’t want to be sexually harassed nor do they want a guy who pretends to be anything other than who he really is.
Dharma Lounge, 4/27/11
Le Bang Wednesdays at Dharma Lounge always bring out the cool kids. Check them out at the April 27 event. Photos by Justin Driscoll
Dashing for diamonds
If you’re Uptown on Saturday, April 30, and see couples running for their lives, don’t get scared.
Meet the photographer: E. Renaul Hill
When Renaul Hill isn’t gracing ballroom dance floors with his funky footwork, traveling or roller-skating, you can catch him behind the camera capturing the beauty in all things.
Photos: Energy Cafe
The cafe, with two locations in Uptown Charlotte, offers “healthy fast food.”
Opening Friday
What’s new in theaters this weekend.
Jim Pendergraph wants CMS to ‘privatize’ before getting more money
The old saying that you wouldn’t eat sausage if you saw how it was made is often applied to politics: If you could see how our elected leaders make our laws you’d be in despair the whole day long. Or, if you’re a skeptical political junkie, you’d be shaking your head and chuckling at the…
Fridays at the Factory kicks off this weekend
It’s summer concert series time again, and what better place to host live music than the NC Music Factory?
Extreme Makeover for the Woman’s Soul is beneficial
Pampering is for a good cause during the event at The Ballantyne Hotel.
Phoenix, 4/27/11
Phoenix hosted the Above and Beyond Group Therapy World Tour on Wednesday, April 27. Photos by Renaul Hill
Wake up for Art in the A.M.
Crossroads Charlotte presents inspiring event at the crack of dawn.
Suite, 4/27/11
Level Wednesdays at Suite hosted a Red Door fashion show on April 27.
This weekend’s nightlife events (April 28-30)
What are you doing this weekend?
Whisky River celebrates 3-year anniversary
On Friday night, though, Whisky River returns to its country roots, hosting a concert with Rodney Atkins.
N.C. GOP attempting to cut environmental budget in statehouse
If they succeed, we’ll pay with our health.
Charlotte isn’t the only place thinking about turning garbage into energy
Let’s see if the government will the citizens or to their business partners.
The Nova Echo, Shirley Murdock tonight (4/28/2011)
Asheville combo, gospel singer highlight the evenings events.
Biergarten opens at EpiCentre this weekend
Beer, beer and more beer.
Meet the photographer: Justin Driscoll
If you catch Justin Driscoll without his Nikon in tow, immediately assume something is wrong and run to help immediately.
Today’s Top 5: Thursday
Here are the five best events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area today.
Today’s Top(less) 5: Thursday
Here are the five best events to get you hot and bothered with or without a date going down.
BeerAdvocate in Charlotte May 11
BeerAdvocate is making a stop in Charlotte to sample local beers and attend Olde Mecklenburg Brewery’s Pilsner Release Party.
That sounds dirty …
The dirty mind wash
Rice Peepsie Treats
I murdered some Peeps to make these treats.
A Tribe Called Quest Documentary coming to Charlotte
The documentary directed by Michael Rappaport about A Tribe Called Quest is finally seeing the light of day and is scheduled to be shown at Charlotte’s Manor Theatre on Aug. 12.
April 28: Taste of Time @ Levine Museum of the New South
Always a good time filled with spectacular food displays and tasty fare, the Levine Museum of the New South’s annual “Taste” event will be held tomorrow, April 28. This year the event is called “Taste of Time.” To see photos from the event from previous years, click here and here. Tickets are $125 for non-members…
Elizabeth Billiards, 4/26/11
Tuesday nights are Party on the Patio at Elizabeth Billiards, with The Dirty Special.
Obama releases birth certificate, GOP still acts pissy
Pres. Barack Obama released certified copies of his “long form” birth certificate this morning. At a quickly arranged press event, Obama began his remarks by reminding the press — which treated the birth certificate release as if World War III were being declared, including the interruption of regular television network schedules — that he wouldn’t…
Meet the photographer: Jeaumane McIntosh
As one of QC After Dark’s veteran photographers, it’s all about capturing the “precise moment” for Jeaumane McIntosh.
Japan Relief Benefit on Wednesday, Thursday nights
Evening Muse will host a number of great local acts each night.
O1NE hosts spring looks show at Butter
O1NE, an Uptown boutique offering skateboards, sneakers and men’s and women’s clothing, will be hosting a fashion show on Thursday, April 28.
Davila 666 tonight (4/27/2011)
Band hits The Milestone.
QC After Dark’s 3-year anniversary: Photos from 2009
To celebrate QC After Dark’s anniversary, we’ve compiled the best you’ll find the best photos from the past years. Here are photos from 2009.
Photos: Monday Fundays at Dixie’s Tavern
What better way to kick off the workweek than with good times and good drinks?
Party for Japan relief efforts at Dharma Lounge
During the event Origami for Japan at Dharma Lounge this Friday, you can do your part to help out the relief efforts in Japan.
Fashion for your Soul in South End
Fashion Soul, presented by South End Soul, promises to make you rethink what you’re wearing.
Tonight’s Top 5, 4/27/11
The top five nightlife-related events going down tonight, April 27, as chosen from the folks at Creative Loafing.
Beauty around the world: Une Belle Femme
This event, happening tonight at Apostrophe Lounge, offers attendees the opportunity to experience beauty brands from around the world
Center for Public Integrity takes stance against ReVenture-like energy plants
“Worries about the potential health effects have sent ripples through communities where new plants are being built.”
Today’s Top 5: Wednesday
Here are the five best events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area today.
Hey WikiLeaks, how ’bout those Bank of America leaks?
What are you holding on to it for?
Today’s Top(less) 5: Wednesday
Here are the five best events to get you hot and bothered with or without a date.
58th Annual Garden Tour is no secret
The Charlotte Garden Club
TGIF party with wine tastings and tapas
Newcomer’s group Staying Ahead Carolina is hosting a complimentary wine tasting, tapas, and a TGIF party at The Wooden Vine uptown this Friday, April, 29.
Toyota aims ‘Green Initiative’ at Historically Black Colleges and Universities
The multinational car manufacturer has played a major role in the production of energy efficient vehicles and fuel technologies, but its efforts don’t stop there.
Ticket giveaway: Boombox
We’ve got tickets for the Friday night show at the Neighborhood Theatre.
Live review: Captured by Robots!
One man and his machines invade the Milestone.
Gold diggers: It’s not always the wife
What do you call a male status seeker?
Tonight’s Top 5, 4/26/11
The top five nightlife-related events going down tonight, April 26, as chosen from the folks at Creative Loafing.
Today’s Top 5: Tuesday
Here are the five best events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area today.
This week’s new releases (4/26/2011)
Bootsy Collins, Tab Benoit, Explosions in the Sky among those releasing albums today.
Community sounds off about ReVenture project, county plugs ears
Just trust the government and the company guy, will ya?
Stop stealing hotel soap
It’s for a good cause.
Today’s Top(less) 5: Tuesday
Here are the five best events to get you hot and bothered with or without a date.
Bizarre crimes from Charlotte police reports
Hot Date: Employees at a local Walmart called police after two men shoplifted from their store. Multiple employees saw the men concealing items throughout the store before they both left and got away for a short time. Officers responding to the call saw the men a short distance away and apprehended them both after having…
Capsule reviews of films playing the week of April 27
THE ADJUSTMENT BUREAU One person’s religious beliefs is often another person’s existentialist theories, and The Adjustment Bureau offers plenty of theological fodder to go around. Because it tinkers with notions involving God and chance and destiny and all that other stuff that’s fun to discuss, it might turn off those types of folks who misunderstood…
Is there a Planet X after all?
Your 1996 column on the mysterious giant Planet X some astronomers thought might lurk beyond Pluto is in need of an update. In particular, you should tell the story of the dwarf planet Eris, whose discovery was directly responsible for the demotion of Pluto from planet to dwarf planet. — VoronX Thanks for reminding us…
Babe, MST3K pair among new home entertainment titles
BABE (1995). An unexpected sleeper hit back in ’95, this adaptation of Dick King-Smith’s book The Sheep-Pig relates the story of a naive and sweet-natured pig who pursues his dream of becoming a champion sheepdog. The comic sequences will delight both young and old alike, while more mature viewers will also be able to appreciate…
Weekly Horoscope (April 27-May 2)
Taurus The Bull (April 20-May 20) An intense experience within a relationship has a purpose. You are asked to search deep inside yourself for your contribution to the difficulty, own it and confess it. Healing will be the result for you and probably the Other. It is a good time to address issues of power.…
Charlotte Daily Drink Specials
Where to find wallet-friendly cocktails.
Water for Elephants: Big top pee-wee
It’s tempting to refer to Richard LaGravenese as the Doctor Dolittle of screenwriters, as the man who successfully brought Nick Evans’ novel The Horse Whisperer to movie houses has now been tasked to do likewise with the adaptation of Sara Gruen’s mammoth bestseller, Water for Elephants. But to be fair, LaGravenese is more than just…
2nd Annual Transportation Issue Part II of III
Welcome, dear readers, to the second installment of our three-part Transportation Issue — our 2nd annual look at the people, places and issues that play a role in our ability to travel about the city. Last week, we focused on two-wheeled vehicles. This issue, it’s all about four-wheeled action. So, please flip through the next…
Of Gods and Men provides faith in filmgoing
The evocative employment of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake was merely one of the reasons why Black Swan emerged as the best movie of 2010, but director Darren Aronofsky and company were hardly the only filmmakers last year who turned to the 19th-century Russian composer to service their motion picture. Strains from the classic ballet feature prominently…
2nd Annual Transportation Issue: Part I of III
For the second year in a row, Creative Loafing is devoting ink to the issue of transportation in Charlotte. And for 2011, we’ve decided to use three straight issues to explore the people, places and things that come into play when you think and talk about trekking from one point of the city to another.…
DANCE: NC Dance Theatre’s Spotlight
Women are key in North Carolina Dance Theatre’s Spotlight. Each ballet in the show was created by a female choreographer. They include Twyla Tharp’s The Golden Section (pictured), Jacqulyn Buglisi’s Requiem and a new work by former NC Dance Theatre 2 dancer, Emery LeCrone. Show some support for these savvy choreographer ladies and enjoy a…
Where to find it: Jamaican Escovitch
A reader writes that she’s looking for escovitch, a traditional Jamaican seafood dish. Escovitch may use any variety of Gulf of Mexico fish, but red snapper is the most common. A whole dressed fish is marinated in lime juice and seasonings then pan-seared in oil. A mixture of sliced peppers, both the fiery Scotch bonnet…
Get ready to ‘Bike! Charlotte’
As our fair city strives to become a more cyclist-friendly place, the 2011 edition of BIKE! Charlotte kicks off on April 29 to help drive that idea home. For 17 days — through May 15 — the Q.C. will play host to a number of bicycle-related events, which are designed to encourage family, friends and…
BENEFIT: Origami for Japan
The tsunami destruction and devastation in Japan has crept into most folks’ soft spots. If you’re like me, you’re feeling small and wondering what you can really do to help. During the event Origami for Japan at Dharma Lounge, you can do your part. The party will feature hundreds of origami birds, as well as…
Saigon Kitchen settles in Indian Trail
The word “kitchen” in restaurant titles has been overused during the past decade. But in a place which is so small that the kitchen is the dominant feature, the title takes on a new life. At the tiny Saigon Kitchen: Vietnamese Cuisine in Indian Trail, the kitchen is visible from the order counter. There, Vietnamese…
One biker’s ‘dream cycles’
When Charlotte resident Tonya Jameson isn’t running Darling Media Group — the multimedia web company she co-founded — you can find her teaching folks how to ride motorcycles (conducting a 22-hour Motorcycle Safety Foundation basic rider course at Central Piedmont Community College) or out riding her own motorcycles. But as much as she loves her…
FASHION: Fashion Soul
As one local clothing designer recently told me, the clothes you wear make a statement about your personality. And Fashion Soul, presented by South End Soul (a community celebration of art and design), promises to make you rethink what you’re wearing. With three unique Charlotte fashion designers like Cigi Guzman (check out some pieces of…
3 questions with Judy Fischer, dietician
By this time, many people have discarded their New Year’s resolutions and are back to snacking on reality-show smut while they scarf down a bag of Cheetos. Dietitian Judy Fischer is onboard with occasional indulgence: When in the mood for something sweet and creamy, she snuggles up with a cup of Baileys Irish Cream. After…
Listen while you (drive to) work
Commuting via auto in the morning means one thing: traffic. Riding along Independence Boulevard, for example, expect at least one accident or traffic jam that will make even the most “zen” driver drop a few “F” bombs. And I-485 in the morning? Forget it. You’re going to be sitting … and more than likely, listening…
THEATER: Ines de Castro
Shakespeare Carolina tackles the thrilling love story, Ines de Castro. It’s based on a 14th century Portuguese legend and like any good love story, it’s got plenty of complications (death, revenge, etc). And its also best suited for adults, as its content contains violence and partial nudity. Even better. $20. 3 p.m. Duke Energy Theatre,…
School of Seven Bells fuses unique lyrical, musical structures
I’m lucky if I can remember anything from a dream five seconds after I wake up, let alone knowing that I am actually dreaming when it’s happening. For School of Seven Bells singer Alejandra Deheza, dreams are more than nonsense occurring in her sleep: She sees them as a poetic source of inspiration. “I’ve always…
The best and worst neighborhoods for biking
Looking for a leisurely road ride or want to do some exploring on two wheels? Some of Charlotte’s avid bicyclists have a few suggestions about neighborhoods that offer great biking experiences … and places you should avoid (if you value living). For our 2nd Annual Transportation Issue, we’ve tapped the minds of Joey Emanuel (who…
MUSIC: Find Your Muse open mic at The Evening Muse
It’s Find Your Muse open mic night at The Evening Muse this and every Monday. Musicians, grab up your music gear and head over to perform one of your own creations in front of a crowd. No one can guarantee they’ll be liked, but constructive criticism is always helpful! Get there early to snag a…
CL previews upcoming concerts (April 27-May 3)
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27 DAVILA 666 This collective hails from the unofficial, voting rights-free 51st state of Puerto Rico, sings in Spanish, and plays a blend of skuzzy garage rock with a gothic twist, calling to mind a Latin Black Lips — or as they say, “Menudo on lots of drugs.” The band’s latest, Tan Bajo,…
Learn to ride, courtesy of Harley-Davidson
Want to learn how to ride a motorcycle? Well, other than checking out the 22-hour course at CPCC we mentioned earlier this issue, you can head to Harley-Davidson of Charlotte on Independence Boulevard. The shop offers a safety and training course, called Rider’s Edge, that teaches anyone (including first-time riders) the rules of the road.…
MUSIC: The Wood Brothers
Oliver and Chris Wood have marked individual musical territories with King Johnson and Medeski Martin & Wood, respectively. The brothers converged their styles a few years back and merge their disparate musical ventures into a living room collaboration of acoustic roots, blues and folk music. With Abigail Washburn. $18-$20. 6:30 p.m. Visulite Theatre, 1615 Elizabeth…
Nightlife profile: Luis Machicao
Maybe Charlotte’s claim to fame isn’t high-end fashion, but with couture custom designer Luis Machicao calling this city home, who’s to say we’re not far from it? Originally from Peru, Machicao has been in the Charlotte area for 10 years. He’s showcased his designs worldwide, from Paris and Milan to New York Fashion Week. And…
Braking up is hard to do … one year later
Last year, in Creative Loafing’s first-ever Transportation Issue, we visited with Michael and Michelle Childress — a couple who wanted to use public transportation, but found it nearly impossible to incorporate into their lives … and not because they’re not willing, but because it’s just not doable. A year later, their story is pretty much…
MUSIC: Ziggy Marley at The Fillmore
Reggae-spirited Ziggy Marley shoots the breeze in Charlotte tonight. Carrying on the legacy his father created, he’s currently on tour in support of an upcoming album. A follow-up to 2009’s Family Times, an album oddly made for children (and no, don’t worry, cannabis wasn’t promoted on this one), Marley’s solo CD, Wild and Free (yes,…
CD REVIEW: Aqualads’ Treasures
THE DEAL: Fourth full-length from Charlotte surf rock vets finds the pocket. THE GOOD: “You’ll never hear surf music again,” Jimi Hendrix said just a couple of years before choking to death on his own vomit in yet another tragic misreading. We have, of course, heard plenty of surf music after the first wave pioneered…
Carless in the Queen City — revisited
Last year, when the lease on Teresa Hernandez’s Volvo V50 wagon ended, instead of grabbing a new set of keys, she excitedly grabbed a new lease — on a car-free life. It was a day she met with anticipation and angst. It was a day she planned for and contemplated. It was a day that…
Comic review: Mr. Wonderful
Mr. Wonderful Published by Pantheon Books. Art and story by Daniel Clowes. The Deal: Famed cartoonist Daniel Clowes (the guy behind books like Ghost World, David Boring and more) returns with a brand-new, slice-of-life, romance-tinged graphic novel. The Good: Superhero comics often get slammed by critics because — with stories featuring scantily clad women, muscle-bound…
CD REVIEW: Foo Fighters’ Wasting Light
THE DEAL: Foo Fighters recharges its rock roots. THE GOOD: With the scream of “These are my famous last words,” the Foos launch into the band’s seventh studio album, one of its hardest to date. I’m not sure if it’s the influence of time spent in Them Crooked Vultures, but there’s hints of Queens of…
It’s electric (cars)
The next trend in automobiles comes with a jolt … It’s the electric car — back and more viable than ever. From the Nissan Leaf to the Chevrolet Volt or modifications made to the gas-burning car in your driveway, getting around is getting greener. But is this emerging wave of vehicles impacting the Q.C. in…
Blue Man Group puts on a colorful show
Entering Belk Theater last week, we encountered a trio of blue creatures doing things with cereal, paint and Twinkies that we were taught not to do as children. Repeatedly, the men of Blue Man Group had the capacity to be startled by the normal behaviors of a Charlotte audience — or the prodigies created onstage…
Springtime for Charlie
I was going to write about one local issue or another today, but the weather kept interfering. This time of year, with the days awakened by warmth, and everyone’s cars covered by the yellow pollen monster, my thoughts often shift back to Charlie. My father’s father, “Grampa” to me, Charlie was a first-rate gardener, and,…
9 must-have items for cyclists
Bicyclists face danger every time they hit the streets, even if they follow the rules of the road. But, Steve Maleski (pictured right), owner of Espada Bicycles in NoDa (3206-R N. Davidson St.), says you can bike safely and have fun while doing it. He recently sat down with CL and told us about nine…
EXHIBIT: My Family, Our Stories
The Light Factory’s newest add is an outreach exhibition featuring photos of English-as-second-language students. They all recently immigrated to Charlotte and come from countries of origin as diverse as Mexico, Puerto Rico, Democratic Republic of Congo, Somalia, Russia, Vietnam, Jordan, El Salvador, Turkey, India and more. Exhibit continues through Aug. 1. The Light Factory, 345…
Do we really need our libraries?
In December, Amazon.com sold more e-books than it did paper books for the first time. By February, the nationwide Borders book chain was in bankruptcy. The well-intentioned people desperately trying to save Charlotte’s libraries should take note of that. I’m a voracious reader, and I’d still be reading paperbacks had my husband not bought me…
U.S. Cycling Center sets up shop in Rock Hill
Spencer Lueders remembers his first bike, at age 5, was a red Schwinn. He now rides a Trek Madone 6.9, a 15-pound, full-carbon superbeast of a two-wheeler. Lueders — a Charlotte attorney, cyclist, founder of 24 Hours of Booty (www.24hoursofbooty.org) and president of Cycling Center Partners — likes clean, fast-track bikes. The kind, for instance,…
DANCE: Dances of India
In its 10th year, this annual celebration highlights traditional dances from the many diverse regions across India. Choreographer Dr. Maha Gingrich will be joined by more than 40 colorfully costumed dancers to perform native Indian temple dances — telling stories through lyrical movements and live music. $10 adults, $5 school-age children. April 30, 4 p.m.…
Power shift vs. the powers that be
More than 10,000 people converged in Washington, D.C., this past week to discuss, organize, mobilize and protest around the issue of climate change. While Tax Day tea party gatherings of a few hundred scattered around the country made the news, this massive gathering, Power Shift 2011, was largely ignored by the media. They met the…
Meet the ‘Car Foes’
What do the repo man, the Park It! agent and the tow truck guy have in common? They each have the potential to make a driver’s life hell. No one ever wants to see these three … at least most of the time. Doing a job that makes the employee the bad guy isn’t easy,…
