Friday, May 18, 2012
“The Jersey Shore” cast-member will be signing copies of her third book at the Barnes & Noble in White Plains on Saturday.
The sixth season of MTV’s “The Jersey Shore” may be a little toned down now that reality TV superstar and New York Times Best Selling Author Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi is a mom-to-be. “It will definitely be a different summer for me,” said Polizzi, 24. Fans can still get a taste of what its like to be a guidette at the shore in Polizzi’s latest novel “Gorilla Beach,” which follows cousins Giovanna “Gia” Spumanti and Isabella “Bella” Rizzoli on their escapades to find hot guidos, a.k.a. gorilla juice heads, in Atlantic City. “Gorilla Beach is the sequel to my first book ‘A Shore Thing’— it's basically about two girls who resemble Jenni [Farley, a.k.a JWoww] and I, who get into crazy situations,” said Polizzi. “Gia is me, and Bella is Jenni.” …
Monday, May 14, 2012
Performance part of 2012 concert series.
Five for Fighting, otherwise known as American pop-singer-songwriter John Ondrasik, is the latest addition to the 2012 concert series at Provident Bank Park in Pomona. Five for Fighting will appear at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, June 8, at the stadium, which is in its second year of operation and its first year as a concert venue. The park is home of the Rockland Boulders Can-Am League pro baseball team. Best known for his piano-based rock, such as the Top 40 songs "Superman (It's Not Easy)" (2001), "100 Years" (2003), and "The Riddle" (2006), Five for Fighting tickets are on sale now. General admission is $25; Seated Bowl $35 and general admission, floor $45. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit http://rocklandboulders.com/pressbox…
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Each year, millions of people celebrate "May Day" which is today for those who were unaware and Martha Stewart gives some fun ways to engage in May Day fun.
Going back all the way to days of ancient Rome and ancient Greece, the Springtime festival has its roots in Celtic and Germanic festivals of old and is also associated with the old Pagan calendar as the halfway mark on the year. Traditionally, one of the key associations with the holiday, especially in England and even here in the U.S. is a Maypole, made from a tree such as birch and then decorated so that people from your town or village can dance and play around the pole. Mayday celebrations are widespread throughout the country and even in Westchester, like this one that Patch attended last year at Davenport Park in New Rochelle where there was music, the Maypole and even wild birds! But you don't have to leave the confines of your …
Monday, April 30, 2012
Two-night performance at Port Chester Senior Center was sponsored by Port Chester Council for the Arts.
The Port Chester Senior Center was turned into a small town in Maine on Friday and Saturday nights for the production of "Almost, Maine" — sponsored by the Port Chester Council for the Arts. “Almost, Maine” was written by John Cariani and was directed by Carin Zakes Green. The show was presented as part of the PCCFA’s 30th Anniversary Artist Series. The show reunited the director, cast and crew from a previously produced, sold-out three-weekend run at Connecticut’s Darien Arts Center in March 2011. The PCCA's Ann Peterson said the show "went beautifully" and pleased members of the organization. She noted the production at the senior center was made possible by the Port Chester Village Board's decision to waive fees for use of the space for…
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Saturday, April 28, 2012
The first annual Vocal Jazz Competition is being held May 5.
Jazz Forum Arts (JFA), the top presenter of jazz artists in Westchester County, is holding its First Annual Vocal Jazz Competition this May. The event is set for Saturday, May 5, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at Nepperhan Community Center in Yonkers. The JFA will be working to identify budding jazz talent in Westchester County and give them an opportunity to showcase their artistry during JFA’s 2012 Summer Concert Series. The JFA’s First Annual Vocal Jazz Competition will embrace its mission of “presenting top-quality events to the public at little to no cost, while enhancing the appreciation of Jazz, America’s pre-eminent indigenous art form.” “JFA and its Board are truly excited to be launching this first-ever vocal jazz competition for …
Friday, April 27, 2012
"Almost Maine" to be featured at Port Chester Senior Center.
The Port Chester Council for the Arts is bringing a the mystical, magical romantic comedy “ALMOST, MAINE” to the village. On a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Knees are bruised, hearts are broken; love is lost, found and confounded. But the bruises heal, the hearts mend—almost—in this delightful midwinter night’s dream. “Almost, Maine,” written by John Cariani and directed by Carin Zakes Green, will be presented at The Port Chester Senior Center, 222 Grace Church St., on Friday, …
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Saturday, April 21, 2012
Visitors learn Japanese dances and the art of Ikebana.
As part of the Pelham Art Center's Folk Art Series, visitors on Saturday afternoon took part in a Cherry Blossom Festival showcasing Japanese culture. The IchiFuki-kai Dance Association led a workshop in classical Japanese dance in addition to a workshop in Ikebana—or flower arranging. Visitors also wrote messages for the "Wish Tree," a Cherry Blossom tree donated by a local grower. The Folk Arts Series has programs throughout the year which focus on different nationalities through the arts. For more information on upcoming programs, visit the center's Web site at: www.pelhamartcenter.org
Catch this last encore on May 2nd at 6:30 p.m. at Regal New Roc City18 in New Rochelle and City Center15 in White Plains.
Rarely has any performance elicited such heated altercation as this version of Verdi's La Traviata that closed the Met Opera's 2011-2012 HD Movie season. You either loved it or hated it with venom! Personally, I am a bit tired of trying to defend this contemporary, highly stylized, somewhat surrealistic production, simply by trying to accept the Director Willy Decker's concepts and praising the Met for sticking out its neck once again. I find it troublesome to defend because I think it simply did not work. Originally premiered at Salzburg, this production was picked up by the Met in 2010 and was now featured as a showpiece for Natalie Dessay, the delightful, highly talented French soprano, heralded as one of today's most successful singing…
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
School set to host NYSSMA scholastic solo and ensemble evaluations.
There will be lots of music in the air on May 11 and 12 at Port Chester Middle School. The school is again hosting the annual New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Spring Solo and Ensemble Evaluation Festival, at which about 2,000 students from lower Westchester County schools will perform for evaluation by certified adjudicators. Among the participants will be brass, woodwind and percussion students as well as string players and vocalists. Students are assigned a 10- or 15-minute time slot depending on the level of their solo, and receive a grade and comments on their performance from their adjudicators. Beginning with 6th-graders, this evaluation also serves as their tryout for the following year’s All-County, Area All-State…
What are your favorite Dick Clark memories?
Dick Clark, the beloved entertainer and all-American television host, died today after suffering a massive heart attack, according to ABC News and the Associated Press. The long-time TV and radio personality and New Year's Rockin' Eve host was born in Mount Vernon, N.Y., in 1929, according to ABC News. Clark attended Mount Vernon High School. From radio DJ to all-American icon, Clark left many viewers with memories of American television and music. He brought the old-time dance, the Twist, and the early sounds of Elvis into the homes of Americans through his popular "American Bandstand" show. Ryan Seacrest, American Idol host who took over NYE hosting duties from Clark, said on Twitter today that he is praying for the Clark family and …
Dan Seidel
11:48 am on Friday, May 18, 2012
Speaking of public relations, how about that 1991 p.r. piece for Obama stating he was born in Kenya? Dontcha think he okay'ed that one? Everyone else did for theirs! HIS book and creds startle and amaze everyday with new revelations - the fabrication of Julia was a hit - POTUS will go to all lengths.... and so will my segues. Snooky's book is a little different than POTUS's - at least she comes … more ›