Thursday

• Lakeside Tavern - Small Town Rollers

• Sherlock's - Freak Tent, Otis, Razor Wire Shrine

Friday

• The Hangout - Anniversary Club, Weekends, The Last August, Control Z, Randy Sees Ruth

• Oasis - Jimmy 13

• Docksider - Eric Brewer, Claire Stuczynki, Cabinet

• Last Word Smith Book Shoppe - Brian Morgante

• Seneca - Set The Pace

• Sandbar - Duke Sherman Band

• On The Rocks - New Wave Nation

• Last Shot Bar and Grill - RIFT

• Scotty's - Social Stitch

• Scully's - The Romantic Era, Casting Shadows, Otis

• The Villa - Caterpillar Brown   9:30 Pm - 1:30 AM

• Sherlock's - Geek Army

• Scooters - French Maide

• American Legion - Corry, PA - FDH2O

Saturday

• Urraro Gallery - Eric Brewer, Doug Philips Acoustics, Chance of Reign

• Brewerie - The Heliotropes

• Charlie's Pub - Salmon Frank

• Oasis - Jack The Dog

• Docksider - Joe Prichard, The Steve Johnson Band

• Molly Brannigan's - Eric Brewer, Claire Stuczynki

• Beer Mug - Pegasus Unicorn, Cryptic Demise, Matty B and the Dirty Pickles

• French Quarters - Hammerd

• Sherlock's - Money Shot

• Doc Holliday's - Geek Army

• Mount Grove - Blonde Faith

• Chateau - Columbus, PA - FDH2O
  

Sunday

• Presque Isle Gallery - Davey O

Wednesday

• The Baybreeze - Gene Stovall and the Aduible

• Docksider - Doug Philips Acoustics

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Erie Phil Celebrates The Music Of John Williams

by Karen Beardsley-Petit and Rob Taylor

It kind of seems appropriate that the day after the release of the newest Star Trek movie that the Erie Philharmonic presents Star Wars And Beyond featuring the music of John Williams (pictured below) who has won numerous award for his thrilling movie soundtracks

Williams’ movies include Raiders Of The Lost Ark, ET, Harry Potter and the Star Wars movie double trilogy

The Erie Jr. Philharmonic will be featured on the Star Wars Medley. Also featured on the program are saxophonist Bruce Johnstone and pianist Kristine Denton, both of Erie.

In addition, Erie Art Museum Executive Director John Vanco will guest conduct the Superman March from Superman.

“Each year a member of our community conducts the Erie Philharmonic orchestra through one special piece of music,” Erie Phil Executive Director Eric Borenstein explained. “This year that honor goes to John Vanco, who has not only transformed the museum in his 41-year tenure but has positively affected the entire Erie arts community.” Vanco will conduct the Erie Philharmonic to raise funds for two of the premiere arts organizations in our community.

"Baton" contributors will be treated to a reception following the concert at the Erie Art Museum.
Also, look for members of the Garrison Carida, a chapter of the 501st Legion serving Pennsylvania, Delaware and West Virginia to meet and greet you in the Warner lobby. Look for Darth Vader, storm troopers, biker scouts and more!

A VERY LIMITED NUMBER OF SEATS REMAIN for Star Wars and Beyond which begins at 8 PM on May 9 at the Warner Theatre. Doors open at 7 p.m. Only Section C seats remain ($26).

For tickets or more information call 814-455-1375 or check out www.eriephil.org

A3 Adds Two To Rounding Third

By Rob Taylor

All An Act Theatre has just announced that they have added two more shows to their hit play Rounding Third.

Rounding Third follows the lives of Michael (David Mitchell) and Don (Larry Lewis) who are polar opposites when it come to the philosophy of sports, childrearing as well as everything else.

Michael is a very laid back man who believes that sports should not be competitive, he just thinks that the kids should play the game just to have the fun of participating. He loves his son, his son wants to play baseball and, in order to spend time with his son he becomes the new assistant coach. Unfortunately the closest he has been to a baseball is a curling stone up in Canada.

Don, on the other hand is an asshole! He is the kind of guy who believes that coming in second in life means you are a loser and not worth his time. He will cheat, threaten children and abuse anyone and everyone he comes in contact with if it means that he could win by doing it. Then he gets the news that his son quit the team to dance in Brigadoon. It wasn't hard to see that he was hurt and he took it out on everyone around him.

These two meet and as soon as they do the sparks begin to fly and what comes out is the most realistic performance that A3 has EVER put out. There are a lot of laughs but there are such strong emotion between Michael and Don it is hard not to want to come involved and get up and kick Don’s ass.

Now, it is obvious that Rounding Third is a hit since they have to add two shows on May 15-16 at 7:30 p.m. So the people have found out what a good time it is. If you are interested go to www.allanact.net for more information or call 814-450-8553 for tickets
 

Earthshaking Groundbreaking At The EAM

by Rob Taylor

On May 8th the Erie Art Museum will be holding a major free celebration to mark the groundbreaking and kick off the construction of the Museum’s new building. All of the EAM galleries will be open and admission will be free from 11:00 a.m. until5:00 p.m. The groundbreaking ceremony will be at 1:30 in the Annex parking lot at 20 East 5th St. in Erie.

Following all of the day time events the Annex will open for a free “Last Bash” with live music from Erie band The Heliotropes from 7-9 p.m. According to the EAM website this is “your chance to make your mark”

The evening will end with the opening reception for the InnovationErie Design Competition

For more information check out www.erieartmuseum.org or call 814-459-5477

Risto Exhibit: The End Of All Dreams At The Frame Shop Gallery

Kris Risto has a unique vision, which he has been expressing in his artwork since childhood. Fantastic things happen in Risto’s paintings. The artist’s mystical visions combine religious imagery, current events, science fiction, and images reflecting his Balkan heritage. In this new exhibition, Risto’s recent work reflects the change in his surroundings brought about by a move to the country. “Slowly, the landscape seeped into my subconscious, and so for the first time in my life I began to paint it. Not pure landscapes devoid of human presence, but landscapes that serve as mystic backdrops for my characters— figures from the past, present and (possibly) future.”

Risto’s paintings have always appeared to be visualizations of his thoughts, just shaken up and poured out onto the canvas. In this most recent work, the images are presented clearly, and seem to directly address the viewer. They brim with ideas, but their meaning can be elusive.

“As I paint,” Risto says, “I allow ideas to flow automatically, without concern for rational order—the same way our minds work while dreaming. I find a landscape or sky space that catches my attention, then populate it with the irrational, which creates an image that puzzles me. I often have to sit back after a piece is completed and try to decipher its meaning. I usually find insight into what I have been thinking about subconsciously.”

The comparison with Surrealism is unavoidable. Like the Surrealists, Risto presents us with surprising juxtapositions that jog our minds, suggesting that these are things we knew but must have forgotten. Also, he embraces the validity of the dream as a form of both experience and expression. Risto states, “I want the viewer to experience a sensation similar to the confused moment of uncertainty just before waking at the end of all dreams.”

Kris Risto is a lifelong resident of Erie. He holds a BFA degree from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania.

The End Of All Dreams will run until July 11, 2009. For more information call 814-459-5477 or check out www.erieartmuseum.org

Christian Poetry Competition Open For Entries

Are you a poet of Christian faith? Do you prefer to write poetry in traditional styles of rhyming verse? Is Christian faith the visible theme of your poetry? If so, this contest is intended for you!

CATEGORY 1
Classical Christian Poetry
First Prize: $300
Second Prize: $100
Honorable Mentions: $40 each (5 awards)

CATEGORY 2
Other rhyming poetry on Christian themes
First Prize: $300
Second Prize: $100
Honorable Mentions: $40 each (5 awards)

Please read our poetry contest rules, fill in the official entry form (which you can find on their website) and mail it with your entry fee.

Poetry Contest Rules:

1. This contest is open to all Christians, not only Christians in North America, but Christians around the world.

2. Send up to ten (10) poems with your entry fees to: Utmost Christian Writers, 121 Morin Maze, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6K 1V1 (Do not send entries by email.) Make your check payable to: Utmost Christian Writers

3. Poems must not have been published previously or have won any prize in any previous competition of any kind. You do not need to be an unpublished poet, but the poems you submit must be unpublished.

4. Poems must not be entered in any other contest, nor simultaneously offered elsewhere for publication.

5. Each poem must be typed as a separate manuscript, with no name or other identification on it. If your poem requires multiple pages, number the pages.

6. Poems must be on Christian themes. Acceptable themes can be Christian faith, the love of God, salvation, the sacrifice of Christ, discipleship, etc. The range of possibilities is great. If your poem is about a Bible event, be sure to go beyond a simple recounting of the story; we want poetry that expresses faith, commitment to Christ, etc. If your poem is not religious in content, do not enter this contest, but visit our sponsor at Utmost Christian Writers for other contests.

7. Poems will be judged on literary merit.

8. Fill out a separate entry form (copies of the form are acceptable) for EACH POEM you are entering, and include it in the same envelope as your entries. Entries must be POSTMARKED June 1, 2009 or earlier. You may include multiple entries in your envelope, but you must have a separate entry form for each poem. If your envelope contains more than one entry, you may combine the total fees into one check or payment.

9. Include an entry fee of $10 for each poem entered. (Make your check payable to: Utmost Christian Writers, the contest sponsor.) For example, if you entered 10 poems—the maximum permitted—you would send a check for $100. American citizens should submit U.S. dollars. Canadian citizens should submit Canadian dollars. If you are paying your entry fees with a postal money order, be sure it is an International money order.

(Entries MUST be accompanied by an official entry form, signed by the entrant, and the correct entry fees. Entries not accompanied by a signed entry form and correct fees will not be accepted.)

10. Be sure to send only copies of your poems (not originals) as manuscripts will be destroyed following the competition. In no case will entries be returned to entrants. Please do not send a SASE with your entry. Send entries to: Utmost Christian Writers, 121 Morin Maze, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6K 1V1

11. Winners will be announced publicly on July 2, 2009 in Edmonton, Alberta. Competitors may request a list of winners with an email enquiry after July 4. Winners will also be announced on our web site at: www.thechristianpoet.org

12. By accepting a prize, any winner of a cash prize of $40 or greater authorizes Utmost Christian Writers Foundation to post the winning entry in the Poetry Gallery at the Utmost Christian Writers web site in perpetuity. All poets retain copyright and all other publication rights to their work. We place no restrictions on the rights of winners to publish or sell their work elsewhere following the announcement of prizes.

13. Prizes will be sent by first class postal mail. Payments are made by international postal money order so that prizes may be cashed at a post office by the winners without bank charges being assessed. Prizes are paid in American dollars. ALL PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED.

14. Poems will be judged by an independent committee of poets under the administration of Utmost Christian Writers Foundation director, Barbara Mitchell. Under no circumstances will Utmost Christian Writers or the judges enter into discussion with any contestant.

15. In no case will prize amounts be reduced or substituted. Winners will receive announced cash prizes even if the number of entries is fewer than expected.

16. We honor privacy strictly and will never sell or give your name, address, email address or other personal information to any other party.

17. Questions about this contest may be addressed to Nathan Harms.

Category 1: Classical Christian Poetry

What do we mean by classical Christian poetry? Think of the great poets of Christian history such as Fanny J. Crosby (Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross, Blessed Assurance), Frances R. Havergal (Like a River Glorious) and Charles Wesley (And Can It Be That I Should Gain). These great men and women wrote poetry with rhyme and meter, and their work delved into deep Christian spiritual experience. Many of these poems were intended as hymns, and even those not initially intended to be accompanied by music have often become beloved by us as they were put to music.

Category 1 poems must be written in stanzas of 4 lines each. You may use any rhyming scheme you wish within this 4-lines-per-stanza framework, but your poem must not exceed 28 lines plus title. If your poem is longer than 28 lines, enter it in Category 2 which permits poems up to 40 lines plus title.

In Category 1 our contest judges will demand that your poem has accurate meter and good rhyme. Beyond that, your work will be judged on its expressed spiritual content and poetic qualities. We are looking for poems with overtly Christian subject matter.

Punctuation in poetry may be used creatively, but spelling errors will not be overlooked. After all, we are asking for "Classical Christian Poetry." If you choose to write using King James English (ie "thee," "thou," etc) be sure to use the right terms and be consistent in their use.

Category 2: Rhyming Poetry (religious theme)

This category is for rhyming poetry that falls outside of the 4-lines-per-stanza format, or is longer than 28 lines. This category could include sonnets, for example, or other styles of rhyming poetry. Poetry in this category—like Category 1—is also required to have an expressly religious theme.

In Category 2 your poem can be up to 40 lines in length (plus title) and your style can incorporate non-standard meter (or no rigid meter). Beyond that, your work will be judged on its expressed spiritual content and poetic qualities. We are looking for poems with overtly Christian subject matter.

Punctuation in poetry may be used creatively, but spelling errors will not be overlooked.

For more information, or to enter the competition, check out www.thechristianpoet.org
 

 

 

 

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ARTS PROJECT FUNDING AVAILABLE FROM PA PARTNERS IN THE ARTS

ArtsErie to host free workshops in Crawford, Erie and Warren counties to assist prospective applicants

ArtsErie announces that applications are now available for the 2009-10 Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts (PPA) project stream grants. The PPA program provides opportunities for arts organizations, individual artists and community-based groups to receive up to $3,000 in funding to support performances, exhibitions and other arts projects that are presented to the public and take place between September 1, 2009 and August 31, 2010. ArtsErie supports the program in Crawford, Erie and Warren counties.

ArtsErie will conduct free workshops to provide more information on the program, and to guide prospective applicants through the application process. Please contact Michele Marini, Program Associate for Member Services, at mmarini@artserie.org or by phone at (814) 452-3427 to register for one of the workshops listed below.

ArtsErie PPA Grant Workshop Schedule: 
· Mon., May 11 at 1:30 p.m. 
Meadville Market House, 2nd floor, 910 Market Street, Meadville
· Wed., May 20 at 6:00 p.m. 
Warren Main Street Office, 310 Second Avenue, Warren
· Thurs., June 4 at 5:30 p.m. 
Episcopal Cathedral of St. Paul, 134 W. 7th Street, Erie

PPA grant applications are available in advance at www.ArtsErie.org, at the ArtsErie office at 3 East 4th Street in Downtown Erie or accessed directly online at pca.eGrant.org. Applications are due postmarked, or submitted electronically through the eGrant system, on or before Fri., June 19, 2009. 

The PPA program is a partnership initiative between local arts organizations and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA), a state agency. State government funding for the arts comes through an annual appropriation by the Pennsylvania General Assembly and from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. ArtsErie administers the PPA program in Northwestern Pennsylvania. Additional information about ArtsErie is available online at www.ArtsErie.org.

 

 

 

Exhibit of Bright Ideas

InnovationErie: Design Competition Semi-Finalists Vie for $10,000

Check out the bright ideas of regional inventors vying for the $10,000 top prize in the InnovationErie: Design Competition on view from May 8 through June 27, 2009 in the Erie Art Museum Annex Gallery, 423 State Street. A public opening reception will be held in on Friday, May 8, 2009 from 7-9 p.m. in conjunction with the Museum’s $9 million expansion and renovation project groundbreaking festivities.

The exhibit spans the gamut from a contemporary accessory stand, to an alternative to the common grocery store shopping basket, to a disposable cover for a stethoscope chest piece.

Semi-finalists are competing for one grand prize of $10,000 cash to be used for equipment and services to begin an art-based business at the StARTup Incubator, along with more than $7,000 in in-kind InnovationErie partner services, including services from the Penn State Erie, The Behrend College's Plastics Technology Center. The $10,000 cash prize is the result of a grant awarded to Edinboro University of Pennsylvania by the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. As an extra bonus, the grand prizewinner will have their design submitted to the US Patent and Trademark Office to apply for an official design patent! The submission of the application for the design patent is courtesy of Erie law firm MacDonald Illig Jones & Britton. One Best in Show Award (selected by the public during the exhibition) and three first place prizes will offered in-kind InnovationErie partner services.

The semi-finalists’ list will be narrowed down by the competition’s independent panel of judges to four finalists, who will be given time for a 10-minute presentation and 10-minute question and answer session with the panel. Competition partners include the Northwest Pennsylvania Industrial Resource Center, Ben Franklin Technology Partners, STARTUP Incubator, Edinboro University, Northwestern and Erie Keystone Innovation Zones, MacDonald Illig Jones & Britton, Knox, McLaughlin, Gornall & Sennett, eBizITPA, Erie Times- News, GoErie.com, Erie Art Museum, Penn State Erie - the Behrend College and the Plastics Technology Center at Penn State Behrend.

Competition semi-finalists include:

Ryan Bookhamer, Sling-Footwear Carrier The Sling Footwear Carrier is designed to be durable, lightweight, UV protected, waterproof, and quick drying. The product has been developed to carry, aerate, and protect shoes in an organized fashion. Sling is designed to be easily held in one hand or clipped to a bag.

Ryan Bookhamer, Slise A new series of knives designed to revolutionize the knife market. The Slice Knife Products are designed to displace the Maximum Force to the entire cutting edge, resulting in an easier, more efficient and superior cutting experience.

Alexandra Davis, The DecoTree The DecoTree is a contemporary accessory stand that encourages young girls to put away their own accessories while having fun decorating it. It has a triple purpose – first, girls pretend-play; second, they clean up their own clutter; and third, the DecoTree itself, is a trendy accessory to their rooms.

Kathy Kelly, BookBag The BookBag is a purse made out of recycled book covers.

Dan L’Huillier, The Shark The Shark will perform the same function as a traditional starter’s pistol but will be clearly distinguishable from a firearm.

Kathleen Ann Moore, Ori-Koppu A fully self-contained coffee cup that is disposable, biodegradable with insulating elements and a lid built into one piece.

Deepak Pahuja, MD, Disposable Stethoscope This is a disposable one-time use cover for stethoscope chest piece with a rollable neck. It provides protection between the hands of the user and the stethoscope when examining patients.

Michael Richardson, Universal Rhythm Guitar Pick A round (vs. triangular) guitar pick with an embossed design on both sides for grip.

Glen Sanders, Wildside Sport Helmet A children’s helmet designed to promote fun, safety, and creativity. The best way to describe this is bike helmet meets Mr. Potato Head. Throw in a fanny pack to carry and hold all of the character pieces and you have the “Wildside Sport Helmet”.

Violet Steinbacher, VI Glarz VI Glarz are a type of visor that fits on sunglasses or regular glasses, and cuts out the glare. They are made of soft foam, lie flat and are lightweight.

Karl Steiner, Adjustable Cord Lock The concept is to provide a functional, user-friendly means to readily adjust the tension of cords. Many times a bungee cord is the wrong length and is dangerously overstretched or a rope stretches during use and must be retightened.

Triana Design, Desk Lamp A functional desk lamp designed with a focus on contemporary aesthetics. Fusing both nautical and architectural inspirations, this product represents Erie and its strive for innovation. Simple design and wood construction allow for manufacturing viability.

Thomas Unger, Non-Metallic Cable Racks This reinforced polymer cable rack system is designed to replace existing metal racks and for new installation in underground power distribution. The rack system allows for mechanical support of power cables and eliminates a potential electrical shock and fire hazard posed by antiquated metal rack systems.

R. Jason Wieczorek, The Charmer The Charmer is an alternative to the common grocery store shopping basket. In addition to functional improvements, it incorporates a refreshing aesthetic appeal.

Erika & Jackie Zehner, Sunflower Shower A decorative showerhead in the shape of a sunflower for added style in bath.


About InnovationErie

A collaborative effort among professionals in the science, art, manufacturing, engineering and design (SAM & ED) industries, InnovationErie: Design Competition is a product design competition allowing people in northwest Pennsylvania to showcase their product ideas, with the possibility of taking them to the next level: the marketplace. The competition seeks ideas for products that can be manufactured in the Erie region.

 

 

Summer Fun with Art at the Erie Art Museum

Imaginations will soar this summer, as the Erie Art Museum provides children of all ages

lots of opportunity for artistic expression.  Summer programs for children at the Museum

include Art in Action, Art Camp for Kids, First Fridays and a wide range of classes beginning June 15. 

 

Activities are held throughout the summer;

prices vary for each activity.

Visit www.erieartmuseum.org for program descriptions, dates and fees.

 

 

 

 

 

~ Now offering classes in three locations ~

Find class schedules and more information online at: http://www.lakeerieballet.org/Summer09.htm


~ ~ ~ also announcing ~ ~ ~


Lake Erie Ballet Company Auditions

 

 

 

What: Auditions for the Lake Erie Ballet Company and Jr. Company, 2009-2010 Season

When: May 9th, 10:30 - 12:30 Mercyhurst College/ Palmer Studio

Who: Students and Professionals with exceptional performing talents in:
              · Classical Ballet Technique
              · Modern Techniques
              · Classic and Contemporary Jazz Techniques

Please bring a copy of your resume and headshot on a disc, it will not be returned.
Be prepared to take the audition in pointy shoes.

Please call for a listing of events and a rehearsal schedule for the 2009-2010 Season.


Call (814) 871-4356 x3 or email Alethea Bodine, exd@lakeerieballet.org

 

 

Glass Growers Gallery
10 East Fifth Street
Erie, PA 16507
www.glassgrowersgallery.com
814.453.3758

Hours: Mon thru Sat 10 to 6

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Funny Pics Of The Week			Recipes Of The Week
Soylent Green Is PEOPLE!!!!!!!       How suspicious can they possibly be...well at least their honest about it!       Would you like to join my Bike Club?       Swine Flu Tip: Don't Do This			Drink Of The Week   Jack Daniel's Lynchburg Lemonade 1 part Jack Daniel's® Tennessee whiskey 1 part sweet and sour mix 1 part triple sec 4 parts Sprite® soda Add ice and stir. Garnish with lemon slices and cherries.   Recipe Of The Week:   Sausage, Fennel and Red Pepper Pizza     Ingredients 1 can (13.8-ounce) refrigerated pizza crust dough 1/2 cup Cabernet marinara sauce 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese packed in water cut into 1/4-inch-slices 1 medium fennel bulb thinly sliced 1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers cut into strips 2 fully cooked artichoke-and-garlic sausages cut into 1/4-inch-thick diagonal slices 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Cooking Instructions Set up grill for direct cooking over medium heat. Oil grate when ready to start cooking. Carefully remove pizza dough from can. Unroll pizza dough and place on hot oiled grill. Cook for 2 minutes. Using a cookie sheet turn crust over. Spread marinara sauce over crust leaving a 1-inch border. Top with mozzarella cheese fennel bell pepper sausage pieces and Parmesan cheese. Cover grill. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and melted. Using cookie sheet remove from grill. Serve hot. Makes 4 servings INDOOR METHOD: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly spray cookie sheet with nonstick vegetable cooking spray Pam®. Carefully unroll dough and place on prepared cookie sheet. Press out pizza dough with fingers to form 13x9-inch rectangle. Bake in oven about 7 minutes or just until crust begins to brown. Remove crust from oven and top as directed in step 3. Return to oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly and melted.

 

 

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Sunday May 10, 2009

 

 

 

 

A halo that reflects a life of
wisdom, kindness,and caring.
Eyes that sparkle with pride
and show how much she believes in you.
Shoulders that have been slept on
and wept on and
carried a world or two.
Arms that never run out of hugs.
Hands that know
just when to hold on
and when to let go.
A mind filled with amazing things,
from fairy tales to family tails
and long-ago stories of you.
A smile that can jump right into your heart
and warm you faster than hot chocolate.
A heart of gold
that holds more love
than you can possibly imagine.

~Author Unknown~