GET TO THE HEART OF IT ALL...­eDowntown Update         August 7, 2008

What’s Happening DOWNTOWN Greensboro

 August 7 thru August 14

Here’s a quick rundown of upcoming activities.

Carolina Theatre’s NEW Summer Film Festival runs through August 17 with themed nights.  Tickets are only $5.00. Enjoy a movie downtown in historical grandeur with modern Dolby sound. Movies this week include:

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Catch the heat at the Greensboro Grasshopper’s this week for some Hoppin’ fun specials. Bird Zerk! was at Wrigley field in Chicago last week and will visit Greensboro with the “wildest craziest show in sports.”  For more info, visit www.gsohoppers.com.

The Greensboro Children’s Museum has daily specials of Bee Boppin Busy Bees Monday, Tunes and Tales Tuesday, Workout Wednesday, Art Connects Thursday, Fantabulous Friday, and Family Fun Friday Nights.  FREE with membership, admission $6.00 per person (Adults/Children 2yrs+), under 1 yr (Free), Seniors/Military ($5.00/person). The museum’s special events this week:

·         GCM celebrates the Olympics! Saturday and Sunday, August 9 & 10.  Kick-off festivities start with a fun torch parade, events continue throughout the day with wacky relays, zany competitions and many more fun activities.  Free with admission or membership. 

Every Week, Every Wednesday:  This Wednesday, August 13 features free music from Kris Ferris  (pop/folk) from 11:45am–1:15pm at Center City Park.  Music Every Week, Every Wednesday through October 29. 

For Train Lovers of All Ages! A film screening of “On Track” offers a historical look at the way trains have always been tied to our culture. The charming story of Emily and Jacob and their ties to the railroad will appeal to train lovers of all ages. This locally created film features many Greensboro residents in a variety of roles spanning 150 years of history. Sponsored by the Greensboro Bicentennial Commission, admission is FREE, Wednesday, August 13 at 7:00pm at the Central Library/Nussbaum Room, ph: 336-273-8724.

Clean out your office and home supply cabinets! The 1808 Foundation will host supply drive to benefit the Teacher Supply Warehouse of Guilford County Schools on Thursday, August 14, 2008 at Natty Greene’s from 5-7pm.  Donations from individuals and local businesses will be graciously accepted. Collection times are from 10am-9pm with a special event at Natty Greene's from 5-7pm. To learn more about the Teacher Supply Warehouse please visit their website at or contact Cecilia Adams adamsc4@gcsnc.com for more information.

LOADING ZONES DOWNTOWN Public Meeting: The City of Greensboro Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting regarding downtown loading zone parking on Wednesday, August 13, from 2-5pm. The session will be held at the Central Library and allow citizens and business owners to review proposed changes and provide feedback. The meeting will be a “walk-in” format with staff available to answer questions and provide assistance anytime during the three-hour period. Parking is available in the Church Street parking deck with free validation. For more information on the loading zone meeting, contact Michael Cramer at 373-2568.

Wyndham Championship Block Party: FREE Outdoor Concert featuring The Breakfast Club at Hamburger Square, Saturday August 16 from 7-11pm. Part of the Wyndham Championship's week-long event schedule.  For more information, read more.

2008 CROP Hunger Walk is planned for Sunday, October 19.  Help Greensboro become the #1 CROP Walk in the country! Sponsors are needed for the 2008 Greater Greensboro CROP Walk is an economical way to publicize your business and show your support for a worthwhile event. Help organizers reach a 2008 goal of $250,000 to fight hunger in Greensboro – and beat rivals Charlotte and Durham to become the #1 CROP Walk in the U.S!  Sign up today, for more information, contact  Elizabeth Henson Conrad (336) 271-5959 x339 or email conrad@guministry.org

Correction: Summer Music Series celebrates Sunday in the Park on Sunday, August 24 from 2-5pm at Center City Park. (not August 31 as previously mentioned in 7-31-08 e-newsletter). 

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