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GET TO THE HEART OF IT ALL...­eDowntown Update         May 1, 2008

 

What’s Happening DOWNTOWN Greensboro

 May 1 thru May 8

 

Here’s a quick rundown of the upcoming activities.

 

 

Stage

 

 

The Broach Theatre Co. presents Dixie Swim Club: From the creators of Dearly Beloved, this is a new comedy about a championship girls swimming team and the life long friendships they develop. Each year, the girls get together for a beach weekend to laugh, drink, and reminisce. A play with wit and heart. Starts April 30 and runs thru May 10, 2008. more info

 

UNCG -  Romeo and Juliet: Shakespeare’s tragic tale of star-crossed lovers is brought to life with intense, athletic choreography by St. Petersburg Ballet, Artistic Director Yuri Petukhov. This full-length, three act production features Sergei Prokofiev’s well-known score with the timeless story of family feuds and forbidden love.  The Carolina Theatre, Thursday, May 1 at 7:00pm. read more

 

From The Mississipi Delta: These are the memories of a courageous woman in turbulent times. Civil rights activist and Pulitzer Prize-nominated playwright, Dr. Endesha Ida Mae Holland takes us on the journey thru her life. Play runs through May 17 at Triad Stage.  read more

 

Carolina Classic Film series Gone With The Wind, The epic tale of a woman's life during one of the most tumultuous periods in America's history.  On the big screen at the Carolina Theatre with Dolby Digital Surround EX processor. Tuesday, May 6, 7:00pm, tickets $5. read more

 

 

Special Events

 

 

First Fridays many downtown retailers and galleries extend their hours until 9pm on the first Friday of the month. This is an open house opportunity to meet artists and merchants and experience goods and services unique to Greensboro while enjoying a pleasant stroll through downtown.  Look for special shopping offers, refreshments and live entertainment.

 

·          The Yew Tree Gallery at 524 South Elm Street will host a grand opening this Friday with gourmet fare and live music.

 

·          Heart of Living opening reception of featured artists, Derec LaRoache from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at the NEW Heart of Living Gallery location at 320 South Elm Street. Art show runs thru May.

 

Artbeat Greensboro continues its week long celebration of the arts thru Sunday, May 4, 2008. Join in the many festivities, for a detailed listing of events, click here.

 

·          Jewels: Fifty Phenomenal Black Women Over Fifty at African American Atelier at Greensboro Cultural Center.

·          Eastern Music Festival's Jazz & Blues Festival with Pricilla Price at the Greensboro Cultural Center.

·          The St. Petersburg Ballet: Romeo & Juliet presented by UNCG at the Carolina Theatre.

·          Red, Whites, Brews and Blues, EMF Fundraiser.

·          Eastern Music Festival's Jazz & Blues Festival with Roy Roberts at the Greensboro Cultural Center.

·          Facing South: Portraits by NC Artists at Green Hill Center for NC Art (2-5pm)

·          Greensboro Children’s Museum events Choral Presentation, Alamance Elementary Chorus and more.

 

N.C. Marathon, sponsored by United Healthcare. Boston qualifying Marathon, Saturday, May 3: full marathon and half marathon at 7:00am, 5k at 7:30am, and Children’s Race at 8:30am. read more.

 

2008 Carolina Blues Festival, YES! Weekly presents the 22nd Annual Carolina Blues Festival, Saturday, May 3rd at Festival Park, next to the Cultural Arts Center in downtown Greensboro. This event is produced by the Piedmont Blues Preservation Society and is the anchor activity for the 5th Annual Piedmont Jazz & Blues Festival. Gates open at 1:00 pm and the blues will begin at 2:00 pm.  read more

 

 

Upcoming Events

 

 

Weekly Wednesdays, Summer Music in the Park:  Starts up every Wednesday from May 7 to October 29, 11:45am–1:15pm.  Lunchtime music, bring lunch, bring a colleague and leave the office behind.  Enjoy the fountain and lunchtime entertainment. This Wednesday, May 7 features Steve & Chuck from Rubbermaid.

 

NC Storyfest on May 17: A free event featuring professional, amateur and young storytellers, this is not for children ONLY. If you enjoy storytellers like Garrison Keillor, Andy Griffith and Bill Cosby, you will love this festival. Free and for all ages beginning at 1pm right after the Bicentennial Parade.  Storytelling workshops and 20% discount at selected restaurants and retailers available on May 17 only.  Ghost Stories on Friday night on May 16, admission fee required.  For more information, log on to www.ncstoryfest.org.

 

Greensboro’s Bicentennial Parade of Decades will celebrate 200 years of Greensboro’s history and look to its future.  Elements will include marching bands, neighborhood groups, historical characters, and much more.  Parade is Saturday, May 17 and starts at 11:00am.  read more

 

·          After the parade on May 17, come sing Happy Birthday to Greensboro’s rich history and looks to its bright future as it progresses through Downtown Greensboro.  Center City Park 1:00 to 4:00pm. Free event, free birthday cake!  read more

 

Volunteers needed for Greensboro Bicentennial mascot.  Get involved and have some fun.  This is a great way to participate in this one time historic event.  If you have not been a digit yet, you should definitely consider it.  Please contact Crystal.Edwards@greensboro-nc.gov or at call 336.373-3630.  

 

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For previous e-newsletter, dated 4-24-08, click here

For This Week’s Event Calendar, click here

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