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Thank you to the Clean and Green Team for snow and ice removal during inclement weather this week; the team diligently cleaned approximate 5-foot wide sections of sidewalks and spread ice melt, starting in the core area and working outward. ------------------------------------ Start 2008 with resolution to support the ARTS!
Get your reservations for The Broach Theatre, poised to build upon its’ history and mission of bringing high quality theatre to downtown
------------------------------------ Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul: talented artists from different backgrounds connect all forms of music; African and Latin percussion and bass, Irish instrumentalists, and American soul vocals. The band has played at major performing arts centers, guest starred with numerous symphonies, and performed at major festivals worldwide. This Saturday, January 26, they will be at the Carolina Theatre read more ------------------------------------ Triad Stage presents Ms. Warren’s Profession, January 27 thru February 17, get your tickets today! read more Triad Idol finals of singing competition is on March 9 at | ||||||||||||||||
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Mark your calendars for the 2008 Super Bowl weekend to visit former NFL football player turned fine artist Chuck McLachlan. Chuck will host friends, patrons, football fans, artists and welcomes newcomers to his new studio at The Open House will be held Saturday and Sunday, February 2 and 3, 2008 from Chuck McLachlan, nationally known fine artist and regional workshop instructor, formerly maintained a studio at TwoArtChicks until mid-2006. This Open House showcases his new painting environment and allows his collectors, students, neighbors, artists, football buddies and other new and close friends to view his recent works in oil and water media. Works in both media will be available for sale. His newest works include landscapes, florals and abstracts; framed, unframed and matted artwork will be available for sale. For more information on Chuck McLachlan Studio and to map it, click here |
Updated Change: The Bicentennial Commemorative Calendar is currently available in downtown at the
Downtown Greensboro Inc.’s Core Purpose: To lead the development of downtown
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2-1 | First Friday’s art hop |
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3-7 | First Friday’s art hop |
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3-9 | Triad Idol - Final Competition |
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THEATRE AND CULTURE |
Triad Stage ∙ Carolina Theatre ∙ Broach Theatre ∙ Idiot Box ∙ Greensboro Children's Museum ∙ United Arts Council ∙ AND many more ... |
FOR DETAILS ON THIS WEEKS EVENTS DOWNTOWN |
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Celebrate Mardi Gras at Fincastles Diner with cajun cooking additions to the menu. Owner Jody Morphis is cookin’ up andouille and chicken gumbo, crawfish etoufee, red beans and rice, po-boy sandwiches, and delectable dessert of white chocolate bourbon pecan bread pudding. The Bayou special begins January 29 thru February 5, or while quantities last,
> Po-boy’s are a sandwich made with long loaves of French Bread filled with meat and gravy or fried seafood invented in New Orleans in the early 1900s to feed the "poor boys" who couldn't afford a large meal.
> Crawfish Etoufee is a southwestern Louisiana Cajun dish, a spicy hot stew served with rice.
Bronze at the roundabout: The 11.5 foot statue of General Nathanial Greene is nearing completion; the bronze statue of Revolutionary War hero is slated for unveiling in March 2008 at roundabout at McGee and S. Greene streets.
Romance, Ambiance, Dinner, Dance, Music? Downtown has something romantic for everyone. Get your Valentine’s dinner reservations today. For a quick and easy listing of downtown dining establishments, check out our interactive directory or click here.
223 S. Elm restaurant features Top 100 Wine and Dinner on February 22 at
99blocks: Downtown’s newest magazine is mailed to homes and businesses in the immediate downtown area. You can pick up a free copy at select venues downtown. Be sure to check out cover story and partial menu each week read more
How to Dress Slimmer in the New Year: Tips from Robin Davis, owner of Mack and Mack, presented by Shannon Smith with WGHP Fox 8. video link
Looking Fabulous at 40 and Beyond: Mack and Mack and
Opening Art Reception: Join Lyndon Street Artworks artists at The Green Bean on Friday, January 25,
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GDOT, the City of Greensboro and DGI would like to inform you of the following: - No listings available at this time. For active permits and lane closures click here. | |
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