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| Cabaret |
The Cabaret Band Show opens at the Griswold Auditorium this Friday. Opportunities for an evening of outstanding entertainment are March 19, 20, 26, and 27. The show starts at 8 p.m. and features 38 songs, including its signature original commercials. Proceeds from the evening benefit Wings of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care Inc. in Allegan.
This year's show will have two acts with an intermission. Interspersed throughout the show will be commercials that put original lyrics to familiar tunes, singing praise to local sponsors. The Lions Club will operate the beer and wine cash bar and will again donate part of their proceeds to Wings of Hope as well.
There is something for everyone. "We play all kinds of music-country, blues, even some funk. And it all goes toward [paying for] pain management for Wings of Hope," Co-Director Dean Michaels said.
The hospice organization is a local nonprofit that provides free care to individuals facing terminal illness. Its services include in-home care, medication to manage pain and grief counseling. Later this year, it hopes to open a live-in facility to provide services for several patients.
Michaels said the show will again include a pre-show reception both Saturday nights beginning at 6:30 p.m. Reserve seating is available for the main floor at $20--$25 a ticket, which includes admission to the pre-show. General admission balcony tickets cost $15--$20 a ticket and include admission to the pre-show.
Reserved tickets may be purchased by calling Wings of Hope Hospice at (269) 686-8659. General admission tickets are on sale at Something Sweet and at the Griswold; call (269) 673-3456.
You can also become a fan of the Facebook page "Cabaret Band Show" to get updates on the show and see pictures from previous years' rehearsals. |
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The Census Bureau will have a Census taker available at the Allegan City Hall to assist citizens in completing the census form and to answer any questions from March 19 through April 19, 2010 on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:00 to Noon; Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The U.S. Census is a "Snapshot of America," so stand up and be counted! Call 673-5511 for more information. | |
| Art in the Garden |
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The Allegan Area Arts Council wants to remind area art and garden enthusiasts to mark Saturday, April 17, on their calendar as the date for the 2nd Annual "Art in the Garden" Artists Market. The lower level of the Griswold Auditorium, 401 Hubbard Street, Allegan, is once again the setting for 20+ artists, area nurseries, and garden-related specialty shops to sell their wares from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This juried, free admission Artists Market that is open to the public will also include a huge raffle and delicious specialty foods provided by the Downtown Bakery & Deli. Other sponsors include Jere Hinman, Allegan Medical Clinic, and Village Market.
The daytime Artists Market will be followed by a proper cocktail reception from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on the main level of the Griswold Auditorium. Admission is $10 per person for this "Fire and Ice" themed evening highlighted by a silent auction, music, and a cash bar. Auction items will feature fabulous artwork, including glass items and succulent gardens created by Arts Council members. A sculpture co-created by potter Dawn Soltysiak owner of Khnemu Studio, Fennville, and talented metal artist Jay Prosch-Jensen of Shelbyville will be much sought after by bidders. Jamie Brokus, owner of Color Splash Studio, Allegan, donated her photograph of berries in winter for use in advertising Art in the Garden. Now beautifully framed, this art piece will also be available for bid.
Proceeds from Art in the Garden and the Fire and Ice cocktail party will support two Summer Arts Camps for area children, art exhibits featuring area artists, and a multitude of other activities designed to bring visual, literary, dramatic and musical arts to Allegan County. Information about this all-day event may be viewed at www.alleganarts.com or obtained by calling 269-355-0137. |
| Jaycees' "Eggstraveganza" |
The Allegan Jaycees are pleased to present the 2010 Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 27. The event is scheduled to take place at Jaycee Park in Allegan. Recommended parking is located at the County overflow lot on the corner of Cutler and Water Streets. In the event of inclement weather, all activities will take place at the First Baptist Church. The hunt will begin promptly at Noon with 15-minute intervals between age groups. Below is a list of age groupings and corresponding start times:
0-2 Years of Age - 12:00 p.m.
3-4 Years of Age - 12:15 p.m.
5-7 Years of Age - 12:30 p.m.
8-12 Years of Age - 12:45 p.m.
Parents are invited to participate with their children in the 0-2 Years of Age group and asked to support and encourage their children from the sidelines for all other age groupings. Children can look forward to a visit from the Easter Bunny. Hot chocolate and coffee will also be available. The Allegan Jaycees would like to thank the Allegan Downtown Development Authority, Allegan First Baptist Church, and the City of Allegan. |
| Allegan's Got Talent |
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Bright Lights! Center stage at a historic venue! A large audience cheering for your performance! Allegan's Got Talent is looking for this year's performers. This year's winner will receive a $500 savings bond. Prizes will also be awarded for 1st runner-up, 2nd runner-up, and the "People's Choice."
Auditions are scheduled for March 29 and 30, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Performers must be between the ages of 5 and 18, and must attend one of the scheduled audition dates. A waiver form and a $10 audition fee are required at the time of the performer's audition. Waiver forms and guidelines for the event are available at http://cityofallegan.org/gottalent.php.
Not a performer? Not a problem! Be sure you check out the area's most talented youth at Allegan's Got Talent. The preliminary round is scheduled for April 9 at 7:00 p.m. The top performers from the preliminary round will then be invited back for the finals on April 16 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are just $5, and all proceeds from the show go to the Griswold Endowment fund. |
| Michigan Paranormal Encounters Presents |
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Michigan Paranormal Encounters proudly presents a "Weekend with Brian Harnois" March 19-20. You'll have an opportunity to meet internationally known paranormal investigator, Brian Harnois, founder of The Paranormals and former star of Ghost Hunters and Ghost Hunters International.
Kristy Robinett, psychic/medium and author of Ghosts of Southeast Michigan, and musician and author of The Silence, Barry Brickey will be present also. They will have their books available to purchase and autograph. You can also network with other paranormal enthusiasts. Tickets must be purchased for each event you wish to attend. Please note: some events have limited availability. For more information visit: www.michiganparanormalencounters.com |
| Girl Scouts |
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Step back in time and follow Girl Scouts' highest awards, uniforms, and other memorabilia through the ages at The Old Jail Museum. The Old Jail Museum is currently hosting an exhibit called "Girl Scouts through the Ages." The exhibit was created by Ambassador Scout Rebeca Barber for her Gold Award. The exhibit will be on display through May and can be viewed during regular museum hours (Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) or by appointment. The Old Jail Museum is located at 113 Walnut Street. For more information call (269) 673-8292 or e-mail the museum at: oldjailmuseum@yahoo.com. |
| Alice in Wonderland at the Regent! |
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The Regent Theatre is very please to offer Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland through March 25, shown nightly at 7:00 p.m. with tickets priced only $4. On Saturday and Sunday, 2:00 p.m. shows are only $3 per seat! Check out the "wonderful" experience and try one of our new concession specials! Prize drawings will be held each show March 19-25. Win Alice in Wonderland movie posters, free concession items, movie passes, Regent Annual Membership, and more! The Regent is located at 211 Trowbridge Street in downtown Allegan. |
| Downtown Deli Art Expo |
The show consists of many artistic mediums. For all artists interested in submitting works of art, please pick up an entry form at the Downtown Bakery & Deli at 116 Locust Street, Allegan, MI 49010. Two awards will be presented. Best of Show will be chosen by a panel of judges from the Allegan Area Arts Council. The People's Choice Award comes into play with the voting/donation canisters. This award is given to the top fund raiser for their charity. The awards will be given at an Open House presentation at the Downtown Bakery & Deli on April 30, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. It is with great appreciation to the Downtown Development Authority that we are able to offer two $50.00 prize awards this year.
This event is sponsored by The Arts & Entertainment Action Committee, the Downtown Bakery & Deli, the Allegan Area Arts Council with liaison Joy Richmond and the Downtown Development Authority. | |
Ideas, Suggestions, or Comments. . .
The Connector is distributed the third Tuesday of each month. If you have article ideas, suggestions, or upcoming events, or if you would just like to comment on the Allegan Connector, please do! Feedback about the Connector or how to make it better is appreciated and can be emailed to vknuckles@cityofallegan.org
Sincerely,
Vicki Knuckles
City of Allegan
Downtown Coordinator |
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