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International Festival at Children’s Museum to feature entertainers, food, crafts

Posted at 2:18 pm February 14, 2018
By Kay Brookshire Leave a Comment

The Knox Accordion-AIRs, Wolfgang Schaber and Linda Warren, will be featured performers at the Children’s Museum International Festival on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018. (Submitted photo)

The Knox Accordion-AIRs, Wolfgang Schaber and Linda Warren, will be featured performers at the Children’s Museum International Festival on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018. (Submitted photo)

 

The Knox Accordion-AIRs will be the featured performer when the Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge hosts its annual International Festival on Saturday, February 17. The lively accordion duo will join Native American dancers, Greek and Indian folk dancers, hip hop dancers, and others during the multi-cultural festival, a press release said.

The family-friendly International Festival will present entertainment, crafts, and cuisines from cultures around the world, with musical and dance entertainment on stage throughout the day and crafts for children to make and take home. The festival entertainment will be from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at the Children’s Museum, which is at 461 West Outer Drive in Oak Ridge.

The Knox Accordion-AIRs are Wolfgang Schaber and Linda Warren. Schaber began studying the accordion as a child in his home country of Austria, the press release said. Warren, who describes herself as “a Tennessee girl through and through,” has been playing accordion since she was six. She enjoys squeezing country, rock ‘n roll, and Memphis blues and gospel music on her accordion. Schaber enjoys playing polkas, marches, a waltz or two, folk tunes, and classical music. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Community, Dancing, Entertainment, Food, Front Page News, Music, Top Stories Tagged With: Children's Museum of Oak Ridge, International Festival, Knox Accordion-AIRs, Knoxville Area Model Railroaders, Linda Warren, Tennessee Arts Commission, Wolfgang Schaber

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Free West African drum, dance performance at ORAU on Thursday

Posted at 1:58 pm February 14, 2018
By Amy Schwinge Leave a Comment

The public is invited to see the Austin-East High School Drum and Dance Ensemble in recognition of Black History Month at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 15, 2018, at Pollard Auditorium at ORAU. The free West African drum and dance performance is presented by the ORAU Diversity Council. (Submitted photo)

The public is invited to see the Austin-East High School Drum and Dance Ensemble in recognition of Black History Month at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 15, 2018, at Pollard Auditorium at ORAU. The free West African drum and dance performance is presented by the ORAU Diversity Council. (Submitted photo)

 

There is a free West African drum and dance performance at ORAU in Oak Ridge on Thursday in recognition of Black History Month. The performance will feature the Austin-East High School Drum and Dance Ensemble, and the public is invited.

The performance is presented by the ORAU Diversity Council, and it’s scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, February 15, in Pollard Auditorium at 210 Badger Avenue in Oak Ridge.

“Focusing on the culture of traditional West African drum and dance, Austin-East students in grades 9-12 have the opportunity to learn not only West African dance but also ballet and modern as part of their performing arts program,” a press release said. “Austin-East students have performed at many venues, including University of Tennessee sports halftime shows, Knox County Schools and other schools in surrounding counties, and the Tennessee Valley Fair, to name a few. The ensemble has been in existence since 1999.”

This press release was submitted by Amy Schwinge.

Filed Under: Community, Dancing, Entertainment, Front Page News, Music, Top Stories Tagged With: Austin-East High School, Austin-East High School Drum and Dance Ensemble, Black History Month, ORAU, ORAU Diversity Council, Pollard Auditorium, West African drum and dance

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Oak Ridge Civic Ballet performing ‘The Nutcracker’ on Saturday, Sunday

Posted at 9:56 am November 18, 2017
By Wendie Aurin Leave a Comment

The Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association is performing Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” on Saturday, Nov. 18, and Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, at the Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center. (Photo by ORCBA)

The Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association is performing Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” on Saturday, Nov. 18, and Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017, at the Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center. (Photo by ORCBA)

 

The Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association is performing Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” on Saturday, November 18, and Sunday, November 19, at the Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center.

Directed by Molly Koon Quist along with assistant director Sharon Nicklow-Cousins and assistant Sarah Jett, “The Nutcracker” offers artistic entertainment for family members of all ages.

“We have so many talented dancers in East Tennessee,” said Wendie Aurin, assistant production manager. “We are excited to have them showcase their creativity in such a classic ballet.”

Courtney Walker, Fancisco Aguilar, and Murillo Barbosa of the Georgia Ballet, as well as Howard Merlin of the Boston Ballet as Drosselmeyer, will join the talented cast, a press release said. Frank Murphy from Classic Hits 93.1 WNOX will also make a guest appearance. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Dancing, Entertainment, Entertainment, Slider Tagged With: Boston Ballet, Classic Hits 93.1 WNOX, Courtney Walker, Fancisco Aguilar, Frank Murphy, Georgia Ballet, Howard Merlin, Molly Koon Quist, Murillo Barbosa, Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association, Oak Ridge High School, Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center, Sarah Jett, Sharon Nicklow-Cousins, Tchaikovsky, The Nutcracker, Wendie Aurin

Secret City Festival: Seven days of celebration

Posted at 4:53 pm May 29, 2017
By Carolyn H Krause Leave a Comment

Two weekends, counting Fridays. Two weekdays. Seven days of celebration, from June 2 through June 10, 2017, mostly at A. K. Bissell Park. And admission to all events is free of charge. (Photo and caption courtesy Celebrate Oak Ridge and Carolyn Krause)

Two weekends, counting Fridays. Two weekdays. Seven days of celebration, from June 2 through June 10, 2017, mostly at A. K. Bissell Park. And admission to all events is free of charge. (Photo and caption courtesy Celebrate Oak Ridge and Carolyn Krause)

 

Two weekends, counting Fridays. Two weekdays. Seven days of celebration, from June 2 through June 10, mostly at A. K. Bissell Park. And admission to all events is free of charge.

The new Secret City Festival, brought to you by Celebrate Oak Ridge, will be bookended by two special weekends. The first weekend will celebrate Oak Ridge and World War II history. A free family movie will be shown on Tuesday, June 6; the arts will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 7; and music and art are the focus of the second weekend, June 9-10.

Celebrate Oak Ridge June 2017 Schedule Web

On Friday, June 2, tours of the Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with shuttles running to and from the American Museum of Science and Energy and New Hope Center. U.S. citizenship and pre-registration are required for tours. Graphite Reactor tours at Oak Ridge National Laboratory will also be held then on a first-come, first-served basis, with departure on buses from AMSE.

Oak Ridge Mayor Warren Gooch will officially open the festival, and the crew of the U.S.S. Oak Ridge will present and ring the U.S.S. Oak Ridge bell at 8:30 p.m. At 9 p.m., the movie “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” will be shown free of charge.

Overnight, approximately 200 re-enactors will be setting up an overnight encampment with World War II-era tents in Bissell Park. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Community, Community, Dancing, Entertainment, Music, Nonprofits, Slider Tagged With: A.K. Bissell Park, Adam Austin, American Museum of Science and Energy, AMSE, Cattywampus Puppet Council, Celebrate Oak Ridge, Celebrate the Arts, Cereus Bright, Clinton Riddle, Dave Eggar, Dr. Dog, Edgar Harrell, Eileen Neiler, Electric Darling, First United Methodist Church Choir, Grace Covenant Church Choir, Green McAdoo Cultural Center, Henry Fribourg, Hudson K, Interfaith Celebration of Music & Dance, J-25 Jazz Quartet of Oak Ridge, Jewish Congregation of Oak Ridge Dance Group, Kathy Hill & The Deltas, Megan and her Goody Goodies, Michael Messing Magic, Midtown Community Center, Natti Lovejoys, New Hope Center, Nora Jane Struthers, Oak Ridge, Oak Ridge After DArk, Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association Dance Group, Oak Ridge Civic Center, Oak Ridge Heritage and Preservation Association, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge Unitarian Universalist Church Band, Ready for Rain Band, Robyn James Ensemble, Secret City Festival, Secret City Winds, Shana Banana, Sing!, Teen Spirit, The Accidentals, The Black Lillies, Tim Kubart, Udari Jayasiri, United Way of Anderson County, Warren Gooch, World War II, Y-12 National Security Complex

An Evening Out to benefit Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County

Posted at 2:01 pm April 21, 2017
By Michelle Powell Leave a Comment

Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County Kids Count 5k

Photo courtesy Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County

 

Some of East Tennessee’s most exciting performing artists will share one stage in Oak Ridge in a concert to raise funds for the Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County, or CACAC, a press release said.

The event attracts a cadre of talented singers, songwriters, dancers, and performers from the area, the press release said. This year, it’s scheduled to start at 6 p.m. Friday, April 28, at the Grove Theater at 123 Randolph Road in Grove Center.

Two of the area’s most talented performers will be highlighting the evening, the press release said. Kelle Jolly, “The Tennessee Ukulele Lady,” is one of East Tennessee’s most celebrated jazz musicians and a WUOT personality, the release said. Dominick White, a baritone with the Marble City Opera Company, will share his talent in the evening of fun.

Other singers, plus dance ensembles, will be performing including tango, lindy hop, and Greg Carney’s hip-hop. The emcee of the evening will be Zach Farrar who will also be handling the live auction.

“This event makes a difference in the lives of children,” said Sally Avery, president of the CACAC Board of Directors. “An evening of entertainment while supporting the kids, it is the event to be at this year!” [Read more…]

Filed Under: Community, Dancing, Entertainment, Front Page News, Music, Nonprofits Tagged With: An Evening Out, CACAC, Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County, Dominick White, Greg Carney, Grove Theater, Kelly Jolly, Marble City Opera Company, Sally Avery, The Tennessee Ukulele Lady, Zach Farrar

See the 2017 Secret City Festival schedule here

Posted at 4:03 am March 10, 2017
By John Huotari Leave a Comment

Secret City Festival Flyer 2017

See the Secret City Festival schedule of events above. The events start Friday, June 2, and end June 17.

Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available. For more information, contact [email protected].

Filed Under: Arts, Community, Dancing, Entertainment, Front Page News, Movies, Music, Nonprofits, Top Stories Tagged With: Secret City Festival

Children’s Museum to host International Festival Feb. 18

Posted at 10:41 pm February 2, 2017
By Kay Brookshire Leave a Comment

Obayana Ajanaku of Indigenous Vibes will create positive vibes on the djembe drums Feb. 18, 2017, at the Children’s Museum International Festival. (Submitted photo)

Obayana Ajanaku of Indigenous Vibes will create positive vibes on the djembe drums Feb. 18, 2017, at the Children’s Museum International Festival. (Submitted photo)

 

Indigenous Vibes, a culture-based entertainment group that creates positive vibrations using traditional West African drums, will be the featured performer when the Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge hosts its annual International Festival on Saturday, February 18.

Led by Obayana Ajanaku, Indigenous Vibes drummers use the djembe drums to bring the message of diversity, confidence, unity, and pride through their entertainment, a press release said. The festival audience will be invited to participate in dancing to the drum rhythm.

The family-friendly International Festival will present entertainment, crafts, and cuisines from cultures around the world, with musical and dance entertainment on stage throughout the day and crafts for children to make and take home, the press release said.

The festival entertainment will be from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. February 18 at the Children’s Museum, which is at 461 West Outer Drive, with doors opening at 9:30 a.m. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Community, Dancing, Entertainment, Front Page News, Music, Nonprofits, Top Stories Tagged With: 93.1 WNOX, Angela Floyd Dance School, Argentine Tango Club, Children's Museum International Festival, Children's Museum of Oak Ridge, CNS Y-12, Frank Murphy, Gene Patterson, Indigenous Vibes, Japanese Harp & Guitar, Kendo Modern Japanese Martial Arts, Knoxville Area Model Railroaders, Kristin Farley, Lucia's Arte Y Pasion Flamenca Dancers, Meraki Greek Dancers, National Martial Arts, Obayana Ajanaku, Royal Magic Events, Scandinavian Dancers, Spice of India Dancers, Tearsa Smith, WATE-TV

Community-wide Valentine’s Dance at First United Methodist on Feb. 11

Posted at 7:36 pm February 2, 2017
By Jan Ryan Leave a Comment

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First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge will celebrate recent renovations with an open house on Sunday evening, Jan. 8, 2017. The church is located at the intersection of Oak Ridge Turnpike and North Tulane Avenue. (Photo courtesy Jeff Kile)

 

First United Methodist Church has its Third Annual Community-wide Valentine’s Dance on Saturday, February 11.

The Valentine’s Day dance is scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. February 11 in the Multipurpose Room at First United Methodist Church, which is at 1350 Oak Ridge Turnpike.

“Come dressed to impress for a fun-filled night of dancing and fellowship!” a press release said.

Admission is free, and light refreshments will be served, the press release said. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Churches, Community, Dancing, Entertainment, Front Page News Tagged With: community, dance, First United Methodist Church, Third Annual Community-wide Valentine's Dance, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day dance

Oak Ridge Civic Ballet presents ‘The Nutcracker’ next weekend

Posted at 5:42 pm November 13, 2016
By Christy Rickman Leave a Comment

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The Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association will present “The Nutcracker” next weekend, November 19 and 20, 2016. (Photo by ORCBA)

The Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association will present Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” next weekend, November 19 and 20. The performances will be at the Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center.

Directed by Molly Koon Quist, “The Nutcracker” offers artistic entertainment for family members of all ages, a press release said. The feature shows will include the added value of the University of Tennessee Chamber Orchestra and Farragut High School Advanced Chorus, a press release said.

“We are thrilled to showcase our talented dancers in such a classic ballet for the Oak Ridge community,” said Christy Rickman, president of ORCBA.

Courtney Walker and Fancisco Aguilar of the Georgia Ballet as well as Grant Howard as the Russian Soloist will join the talented cast from East Tennessee. Frank Murphy of Classic Hits 93.1 will also make a guest appearance, the press release said. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Dancing, Entertainment, Front Page News Tagged With: 91.9 FM WUOT, Arts Council of Oak Ridge, Christy Rickman, Courtney Walker, Dance Centre, Downtown Digital USA, Fancisco Aguilar, Farragut High School Advanced Chorus, Frank Murphy, Georgia Ballet, Grant Howard, Molly Koon Quist, Mott's Floral Design, Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association, Oak Ridge High School, Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center, ORCBA, ORNL Federal Credit Union, Penny 4 Arts, Realty Executives, Scripps, Second Harvest Foodbank, Tennessee Arts Commission, The Ferrell Shop, The Nutcrakcer, University of Tennessee Chamber Orchestra

Sound Company presents ‘Songs that Inspire Us’ on Friday, Saturday

Posted at 9:17 pm November 3, 2016
By Oak Ridge Today Staff Leave a Comment

Sound Company Children's Choir of Oak Ridge

Sound Company Children’s Choir of Oak Ridge

 

Sound Company Children’s Choir of Oak Ridge will present “Songs that Insire Us” on Friday and Saturday.

The shows are scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday, November 4, and 3 p.m. Saturday, November 5. Both performances are at The Grove Theater in Oak Ridge.

The selection of music, which is chosen to inspire, will include “Corner of the Sky,” “Black or White,” “Imagine,” and “Sing” (Pentatonix). [Read more…]

Filed Under: Community, Dancing, Entertainment, Music Tagged With: Grove Theater, Songs that Inspire Us, Sound Company, Sound Company Children’s Choir of Oak Ridge

Free Medical Clinic’s fundraiser: Carolina Beach Bash on Saturday

Posted at 1:15 am August 11, 2016
By Carolyn Krause Leave a Comment

Michael and Lissie Beehan Free Medical Clinic Fundraiser 2016

Michael and Lissie Beehan practice their “celebrity” dance. (Submitted photo)

 

 A fundraiser for Free Medical Clinic of Oak Ridge on Saturday features auctions, music, dancing, and dinner

A brand new grandfather clock. An elegant condo surrounded by dozens of golf courses near Orlando, Florida, that’s available in October. A lovely condo on Crescent Beach in Florida. A Gatlinburg getaway, which includes a luxury cabin stay and event tickets.

An elegant tea for eight. A fine wine dinner for 26 in a garden setting and an Italian dinner for 20 at the Olde Towne Event Center in Oak Ridge.

A one-year membership at National Fitness, flowers for a year, and a signed and framed Ed Westcott photograph of Manhattan Project workers celebrating the end of World War II. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Dancing, Entertainment, Front Page News, Music Tagged With: Bear Stephenson, FMC, Free Medical Clinic, Free Medical Clinic of Oak Ridge, health insurance, medical care, medical services, Parish Life Center, St. Mary's Church

Sound Company Choir has auditions in July, August; singers in grades 1-12 encouraged to audition

Posted at 11:43 am June 14, 2016
By Kathy Gillenwaters Leave a Comment

Sound Company Children's Performing Choir of Oak Ridge performing at their May 2016 show. (Photo by Linda Ripley)

Sound Company Children’s Performing Choir of Oak Ridge performing at their May 2016 show. (Photo by Linda Ripley)

 

Sound Company, the Children’s Performing Choir of Oak Ridge, has announced audition dates for its 2016-2017 season. Sound Company is seeking singers who will be in grades 1-12 this fall.

Auditions will be held on three dates: Friday, July 1, and Friday, July 15, between noon and 2 p.m., following the group’s annual Show Camp events, and on Saturday, August 27, beginning at 9 a.m. The auditions will be at the Historic Grove Theater/High Places Community Church at 123 Randolph Road in Oak Ridge.

Those who are interested in auditioning should contact Janelle Bell at (865) 387-1583 or [email protected]. Online registration and additional information is available at www.soundcompanytn.net. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Community, Dancing, Entertainment, Front Page News, Music Tagged With: auditions, Children’s Performing Choir of Oak Ridge, Janelle Bell, Peggy Hamby, Sound Company, Sound Company Too

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