Showing posts with label live music. Show all posts
Showing posts with label live music. Show all posts

Friday, June 6, 2014

June 2014: MOA Fundraiser Dance featuring “Full Deck”









NEWS RELEASE 
      Contact:  Mary Cherry-Tirak
Release Date:  Immediate
                     (252) 335-1453
End Date:  June 28, 2014





Fundraising Dance featuring “Full Deck

A Fundraising Dance sponsored by…Friends of the Museum of the Albemarle,

 

On Saturday, June 28 (7 pm – 10 pm) the Friends of the Museum of the Albemarle, Gateway Bank, TowneBank of Currituck, Pepsi, and Budweiser look forward to presenting an evening filled with fun, great music, and dancing featuring the ever-popular local band “Full Deck.”  The fundraising dance will take place at the Museum of the Albemarle on the J. Wilson Jones, Jr. Festival Portico and Stage and will begin at 7:00 pm.  Dress comfortable/casual and come on out!
   Full Deck” performs a variety of musical styles including classic rock, blues, soft rock, Motown, a bit of country, as well as some original music; and features the original four band members of “Goose” that was formed back in the 1970s (Jerry Drew, Lindy Watts, David Lunsford, and Bruce Lamb).   After several years, when life got in the way and priorities changed, the bandmates went their separate ways, remaining in touch but placing their joined musical talents temporarily aside. 
    It was in 1995 that the four original band members reunited under the new moniker, “Full Deck.”   During that period and over the next fourteen years, several other local talented musicians, including Jerry White, became a part of the band.  Although others came and went, the original four remained pretty much intact while gaining the exceptionally-talented Chris Betts.  The band performed together over the next three years as “Full Deck” and entertained at practically every venue in the area including local nightclubs, the Potato Festival, Riverspree, private parties, wedding receptions, fundraisers, and in several Virginia venues.  After a three-year hiatus, those five bandmates came back together in 2013 with the addition of the much-needed keyboard talent of Sylvia Berry, bringing “Full Deck” to their complete six-member team. 
   You don’t want to miss this fun evening and other than brief intermissions, the band will continue to play through 10 pm.  Along with the great music and dancing, the ticketed event includes light snacks and a CASH BAR that includes Pepsi products, Budweiser products, and assorted wines.  So, bring a few extra dollars along with you to assure your thirst is quenched throughout the evening.  Cash Bar will accept cash only.    
   Don’t wait until the last minute to get your tickets as this is sure to be another sell-out.  There will be a few tables available as well as chairs, but to assure you have a seat, feel free to bring your own fold-up chair.  No seating will be reserved but will be on a first come basis.
*Cost per ticket:  (In Advance)… (Discount for Couples holding a current FOMOA Membership) $25 (current membership card must be shown); or Singles $15 per person regardless of membership. At the Door (regardless of membership) $20 per person.
   Tickets can be purchased at the Museum of the Albemarle only and the supply is limited.  Don’t miss this opportunity to have some early summer fun on Saturday, June 28.  
     The Museum of the Albemarle is free and open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm and is located at 501 South Water Street, Elizabeth City, North Carolina.  For more information call 252-335-1453 or visit us on Facebook.

Wednesday, May 14, 2014

May 2104: Fundraising Dance featuring “Full Deck” at MOA



Fundraising Dance featuring “Full Deck
A Fundraising Dance sponsored by…Friends of the Museum of the Albemarle, Saturday, June 28, 2014

 

On Saturday, June 28 (7 pm – 10 pm) the Friends of the Museum of the Albemarle look forward to presenting an evening filled with fun, great music, and dancing featuring the ever-popular local band “Full Deck.”  The fundraising dance will take place at the Museum of the Albemarle on the J. Wilson Jones, Jr. Festival Portico and Stage and will begin at 7:00 pm.  Dress comfortable/casual and come on out!
  

Full Deck” performs a variety of musical styles including classic rock, blues, soft rock, Motown, a bit of country, as well as some original music; and features the original four band members of “Goose” that was formed back in the 1970s (Jerry Drew, Lindy Watts, David Lunsford, and Bruce Lamb).   After several years, when life got in the way and priorities changed, the bandmates went their separate ways, remaining in touch but placing their joined musical talents temporarily aside.  

It was in 1995 that the four original band members reunited under the new moniker, “Full Deck.”   During that period and over the next fourteen years, several other local talented musicians, including Jerry White, became a part of the band.  Although others came and went, the original four remained pretty much intact while gaining the exceptionally-talented Chris Betts.  The band performed together over the next three years as “Full Deck” and entertained at practically every venue in the area including local nightclubs, the Potato Festival, Riverspree, private parties, wedding receptions, fundraisers, and in several Virginia venues.  After a three-year hiatus, those five bandmates came back together in 2013 with the addition of the much-needed keyboard talent of Sylvia Berry, bringing “Full Deck” to their complete six-member team.  
 
You don’t want to miss this fun evening and other than brief intermissions, the band will continue to play through 10 pm.  Along with the great music and dancing, the ticketed event includes light snacks and a CASH BAR that includes soft drinks, beer, and assorted wines.  So, bring a few extra dollars along with you to assure your thirst is quenched throughout the evening.  Cash Bar will accept cash only.    

Don’t wait until the last minute to get your tickets as this is sure to be another sell-out.  There will be a few tables available as well as chairs, but to assure you have a seat, feel free to bring your own fold-up chair.  No seating will be reserved but will be on a first come basis.
*Cost per ticket:  (In Advance)… (Discount for Couples holding a current FOMOA Membership) $25 (current membership card must be shown); or Singles $15 per person regardless of membership. 

At the Door (regardless of membership) $20 per person.
Tickets can be purchased at the Museum of the Albemarle only and the supply is limited.  Don’t miss this opportunity to have some early summer fun on Saturday, June 28.   

The Museum of the Albemarle is free and open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm and is located at 501 South Water Street, Elizabeth City, North Carolina. 
For more information call 252-335-1453 or visit us on Facebook.

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

April 2014: ECSU Albemarle Symphony Orchestra


ECSU Albemarle Symphony Orchestra in concert April 29





FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE------The Department of Visual and Performing Arts announces a free concert by the ECSU Albemarle Symphony Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29 in the auditorium of the Mickey L. Burnim Fine Arts Center.  For more information, contact Krasnokutsky (252)335-3363.
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Kesha Williams
Director of Media Relations| University Relations and Marketing
Elizabeth City State University
1704 Weeksville Rd. | Elizabeth City, NC  27909
Phone:  252.335.3686 | Fax:  252.335.3769

Friday, April 25, 2014

April 2014: Celebrating All Things Potato at the N.C. Potato Festival




FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
Contact:
Elizabeth Evans
Cahoon & Cross
Phone: (757) 705-7153
 




Celebrating All Things Potato at the N.C. Potato Festival,
May 16-18 in Elizabeth City, N.C. 

(Elizabeth City, N.C., April 23, 2014) – Extra festival days, an expanded midway, more great music and plenty of spuds! The N.C. Potato Festival, May 16-18 along Elizabeth City’s downtown waterfront, is bursting at the seams with a family-friendly event that will please both your taste buds and your desire to have a good time. 

 What began as a simple tribute to the farmers that tend the state’s major potato-growing areas along the Albemarle Sound has grown to attract more than 27,000 celebrants annually for a weekend full of festivities. This year, festival organizers even added an extra day to the schedule to better accommodate all the activities—and the visitors.  
           
“Our slogan, ‘Come and Stay All Day,’ is truer than ever this year,” said Cindy Williams, a festival volunteer. “Arrive on Friday for the kick-off party, and then spend Saturday and Sunday enjoying the food, live music, arts and crafts, potato competitions and our new and improved midway with State Fair-quality mechanical rides!”
             
After festival-goers have whipped and twirled on the Typhoon, Super Shot and Orient Express (plus more!), they can take in live music, performed on three festival stages. Local entertainment is a hallmark of the festival, and homegrown bands Out ‘n the Cold, Million Watt Sons and 40 East are scheduled to perform, in addition to national recording artists Nantucket, Team Collective, Skinny Bag of Sugar, plus The Fort Eustis TRADOC Band.
           
And don’t forget the ‘taters. In addition to nibbling on home-cooked fries, festival-goers can sample the results of the "Anything But Fries" restaurant cook-off, watch the National Potato Peeling Contest competitors peel through bushels of spuds, cheer on the "Little Miss Tater Tot Pageant" contestants and shop and dine among arts/crafts and food vendors lining the Main Street thoroughfare. Visitors can also see antique and modern-day potato diggers and farm equipment in the festival’s featured tractor show.  

Mark your calendars and bring your appetite! It will soon be all things potato—all weekend long in Elizabeth City. The kick-off party is May 16 from 5 to 11 p.m., and festival runs May 17 from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., and May 18 from 12 to 5 p.m. Perry Auto Group, Alliance Nissan, Biggs and McDonald’s are premier sponsors of the event. For more information and a complete lineup of live entertainment check the festival’s Facebook page or visit www.ncpotatofestival.com.

About Elizabeth City
Elizabeth City is located in Northeastern North Carolina on the Intracoastal Waterway, halfway between Virginia Beach and the Outer Banks. Known as the “Harbor of Hospitality,” the city has six National Register Historic Districts and is home to the Museum of the Albemarle, The Center at Arts of the Albemarle, Elizabeth City State University Planetarium, Port Discover Hands-on Science Center and one of the largest U.S. Coast Guard air stations in the Continental United States. Nature-based travelers are drawn to the area’s proximity to Dismal Swamp and the abundance of outdoor recreational offerings. For additional information, call Elizabeth City Area Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1-866-ECity-4U (1-866-324-8948) or visit DiscoverElizabethCity.com. For up-to-the-minute info on happenings and events visit ElizabethCityHASIt.com.

Sidebar:  Potatoes Are Good For You!
Did you know that …
·                     The average American eats 142 pounds of potatoes a year, or almost 365 potatoes per person? That’s an average of a potato a day!
·                     Contrary to the common misconception, potatoes are not high in calories? One medium sized potato contains 110 calories, while a one-cup serving of rice has 225 calories and a cup of pasta has 155.
·                     One serving of potatoes provides 45 percent of the recommended daily value of Vitamin C? It’s also an excellent source of potassium, with one potato providing 610 mg.
·                     Potatoes should be eaten with their peels on? A wealth of vitamins, minerals and fiber are found in the peel. The peel also contains the flavonoid, quercitin, and chlorogenic acid – antioxidants that may protect the body against certain types of cancers and heart disease.

For additional information, visit www.ncpotatoes.org

Monday, April 7, 2014

April 2014: Arts of the Albemarle's Upcoming Events




AOA presents...
A N   E V E N I N G   O F   J A Z Z
The Jae Sinnett Trio featuring Laura Martier
Jae SinnettTwo area jazz greats are hitting the stage of the Maguire Theater next Thursday, April 10th.  The Jae Sinnett Trio, along with Outer Banks jazz artist Laura Martier, will be performing together in what is sure to be a spectacular show for jazz fans of all types.
An award winning jazz recording artist for nearly thirty years, Jae Sinnett has performed with Branford and Ellis Marsalis, Joe Henderson, Freddie Hubbard, Chuck Mangione, Charlie Byrd, and many others. Both the 1997 release titled “Listen,” as well as the 2006 release "The Sinnett Hearings" reached number one on the Gavin and national jazz charts, respectively.  Hampton Roads area jazz enthusiasts will recognize Sinnett as the producer and host of the popular jazz program “Sinnett in Session” on NPR affiliate WHRV-89.5 in Norfolk, VA, as well as “The R&B Chronicles” on WSNC-FM in Winston-Salem, NC.
Laura MartierThursday's performance will feature the trio consisting of Sinnett, Justin Kauflin, a Thelonius Monk International Jazz Piano Competition finalist fresh off a world tour with Quincy Jones, as well as bassist Terry Burrell. The performance will also feature Outer Banks resident and esteemed jazz performer Laura Martier.  Tickets are $15 and are available at AoA (516 E. Main Street, Elizabeth City) or by calling 252.338.6455.  Downtown eateries Cypress Creek Grill and Sidney’s Bistro will be accepting pre-concert reservations, and a cash bar will be available at the show. 
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J E N K I N S   G A L L E R Y presentsMargie Sawyer, with the NC Coastal Land Trust
Margie SawyerWelcome spring with two of the area’s favorite artists, Margie Sawyer and Katherine Wassink. On April 4, First Friday ArtWalk features the work of Margie Sawyer in a special exhibit, “Preserving the Places We Love.” The exhibit is in collaboration with the North Carolina Coastal Land Trust, which seeks to preserve the resources and traditions of the coastal communities of the state. A portion of the sales revenue from this exhibit will be donated to the North Carolina Coastal Land Trust. Her painting, “Patterns in the Pasquotank River,” is featured in the heading above. Margie is an award-winning artist who teaches painting at College of the Albemarle, as well as providing lessons at her studio.  

READ MORE at elizabethcityhasit.com, or take a look at Robert Kelly-Goss' article about Margie in the Daily Advance.  Photo of Margie courtesy Robert Kelly-Goss. 



AnnualP H O T O   C O M P E T I T I O N
opens April 15th

Photography Contest

The 2014 Arts of the Albemarle Annual Photo Competition submission period opens Tuesday, April 15th and will be open through Friday, April 25th.  Approved photos will be the Jenkins Gallery featured exhibit throughout the month of May.  Interested photographers may submit up to two photos that are framed and wired for hanging (ring type hangers and tabletop framed are not accepted).  
The competition is in collaboration with AoA’s Photography Club, which is celebrating their 10 Year Anniversary this year. The winners of the photography competition will be announced at an opening reception at AoA during First Friday ARTWalk on May 2nd. All participants and guest are invited to attend.  The juried awards are as follows:

1st Place: $200
2nd Place: $100
3rd Place: $50
10 Honorable Mentions

The entry fee is $30 for AoA members and $40 for non-members.  Photographs will be received at AoA between Tuesday, April 15th and Friday, April 25th during regular gallery hours of 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.  Late entries and incorrectly or unlabeled works will not be accepted.

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Encore Theatre presents8 - T R A C K : The Sounds of the 70's
Article courtesy Rebecca Cross, elizabethcityhasit.com
8Track

Are you ready for “8-Track”? Encore Theatre Company is rehearsing now for this 70's musical review with a bit of drama! Talented Elizabeth City thespians are putting the polishing touches on this toe-tapping, smile-inducing show that will have you dancing and singing along. Mark you calendar. Shows are coming up April 25- 26 and May 1-3 at 7:30 p.m., with a matinee April 27 at 2 p.m. Tickets are on sale at Arts of the Albemarle’s Maguire Theatre for $16 each.  The cast includes Dale Brandt (tenor), Joel Taylor (baritone), Lauren Luther (soprano) and Pearl Kelly-Goss (alto). The show is directed by  Erin Garrett, musically directed by Steve Raisor and choreographed by Velda Jones. 

Put on your leisure suits, halter tops and platform shoes and get ready to boogie down through 10 years of ground-breaking music! With its propulsive rhythms and dazzling harmonies, “8-Track” is a fast-paced musical romp through one of the most impassioned decades of the 20th century. This Baby Boomers’ dream come true features the music of The Emotions, The Carpenters, Labelle, Barry Manilow, Marvin Gaye, The Doobie Brothers, The Bee Gees, Helen Reddy, K.C. and the Sunshine Band and many more. Rediscover the heart and soul of the 70s with this joyously rousing, moving and often downright hilarious musical in concert! (Graphic and information courtesy of Encore Theatre Company)




Tuesday, January 28, 2014

January 2014: Daniel Jordan Band - Live Music at The Pines



February 1, 2014
Dinner, Drinks, & Corn hole from 7-10PM
Daniel Jordan Band plays from 10-2AM



Admission is $5 a person
Great Drink & Food Specials all Night!
Call for more information 335-7029

Monday, November 18, 2013

November 2013: Grouper's Presents - Four On The Floor

        Grouper's Presents
            live music with      
   FOUR ON THE FLOOR
                      Featuring
Robbie Raper, Danny Sawyer, Mike Harris and Jerry Drew
Wednesday, November 27th - Music starts around 9:30 pm       
From the Rolling Stones to Bob Marley and the Cars to ZZ Top, these local musicians will be jamming songs that everyone is familiar with and pulling out a few surprises as well!  The best way to start your Thanksgiving holiday is to come out to Grouper's Waterfront Restaurant on Wednesday night to listen and party with Four On The Floor.





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