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November 20, 2009
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November 18, 2009
Art Notes: Chines acrobats coming to Academy
The Shangri-La Chinese Acrobats are bringing their elaborate stage show to the Academy of Fine Arts this weekend. The show, set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday in the Warehouse Theatre, will feature Chinese acrobatics, balancing feats, martial arts displays and much more.
‘Twilight’ plays into film’s history of hearthrobs
LOS ANGELES — Fifteen-year-old Chloe Bates is in love.
November 17, 2009
Volunteers offer service to Appomattox Court House trees
Chainsaws broke the silence on a recent Saturday morning at Appomattox Court House National Historical Park. The park’s trees received thousands of dollars worth of free maintenance courtesy of some Lynchburg-area certified tree care professionals.
Hamner’s ‘Homecoming’ hits Nelson stage
Earl Hamner’s “The Homecoming” is all about challenging long-held beliefs and not judging a book by its cover.
November 16, 2009
Central Virginia People: Monacan woman has extensive family tree
Victoria Hamilton, a fifth-generation Monacan Indian Nation member, has lived on the same site beside High Peak Road near Monroe for her entire life, even after the structure was rebuilt after a 2004 lightning-strike fire.
November 15, 2009
Ultra runner shares peaks and valleys of 50-mile ‘Mountain Masochist’ race
Lynchburg runner Chet White was less than halfway through the Mountain Masochist Trail Race, his first ultra marathon. Before him lay grueling climbs, rocky trails, creek crossing, fallen tree trunks and other unforeseen obstacles.
November 11, 2009
Events: Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra goes retro
The Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra’s (LSO) latest fundraiser, “Get Down Tonight,” is a nightclub-style show and dance featuring the great Motown hits of the 1960s and 1970s.
CINEviews film festival brings world of animation to town
Riverviews Artspace’s CINEviews Film Festival spotlights the world of animation this year — something Executive Director Mary Ann Racin says makes perfect sense.
November 10, 2009
All eyes on Swift at CMA Awards
NASHVILLE — Kenny Chesney has made the very hard work of dominating country music look easy.
November 09, 2009
Operation Christmas Child coordinator delivering cheer
People come up to Sherry McFaden all the time in Target, usually with curious looks.
Teen diabetics give it their best shot
Think being a teenager is difficult? Try being a teen or tween with Type 1 diabetes.
November 08, 2009
‘Hansel and Gretel’ opera has surprises in store
The witch in Opera on the James’ production of “Hansel and Gretel” isn’t quite what you’d expect, based on the classic fairy tale.
November 06, 2009
Fall still has garden tasks
Vibrant foliage isn’t enough to cheer gardeners this time of year as they watch their labors of love shrivel and suffer a crunchy brown death.
November 04, 2009
Black Theatre Ensemble welcomes audience to the Naybahood
Black Theatre Ensemble’s latest production is about the funny way people talk, says writer/director Gloria Cannady.
On Stage: ‘A Trip to the Bountiful’ and ‘Cocktails With Mimi’
On Stage: ‘A Trip to the Bountiful’ and ‘Cocktails With Mimi’
Art Notes: German film fest at Lynchburg College
“The Wall,” Lynchburg College’s second annual German Film Festival, kicks off this weekend.
New shows, new galleries at this week’s First Friday
Riverviews Artspace’s first-ever Juried Art Show leads the First Friday charge this month.
November 02, 2009
Lynchburg College student raising awareness on social issues
Lynchburg College student Angela Massino strives to find the real-world applications for what she learns in class, even if that means playing hookie.
October 28, 2009
Earl Hamner Jr. to visit namesake Nelson theater
Nelson County native, best-selling author and creator of the iconic television show “The Waltons,” Earl Hamner Jr. will visit his home county next week and making an appearance at the Nellysford theater that bears his name.
Halloween happenings, for grown-ups and kids
It’s been more than 10 years since the last time Halloween fell on a Saturday.
This year, local venues are hosting a slew of events for adults and children.
Read on for all the details:
‘Rocky Horror,‘ ‘Rent’ hit area stages
Two of popular culture’s most enduring musicals are hitting the Hill City this weekend.
October 27, 2009
Bra exhibit supporting the cause of cancer awareness
Sixteen plain, white bras, size 36C, were given to local artists and quilters with just one instruction: “create some kind of artwork,” says LC biology professor Allison Jablonski, also a member of M.A.A.M.
October 26, 2009
Brookville shows spirit honoring Larry Lewis
Larry Lewis is no stranger to Brookville’s Friday night lights. His Web site, http://www.bhsbees.com has helped illuminate the trials and triumphs of Brookville High School for more than 13 years.
October 25, 2009
Cornerstone Community Church united by faith
It’s about 11 o’clock on a Sunday morning, still the most segregated hour in America. Here, though, in this one spot tucked away off U.S. 29 just south of Lynchburg, the arms raised in praise range in hue from alabaster to mahogany.
October 21, 2009
Upcoming events: Jackson impersonator to ‘thrill’ crowd
Dance Theatre of Lynchburg’s annual Thriller Night Costume Party will have a special guest this year.
Harambee to benefit Legacy Museum
The Legacy Museum’s latest fundraiser was inspired by board member Carla Heath’s time living in Kenya.
They say the art of rock and roll is at LC
Lynchburg College’s Daura Gallery is celebrating “50 Years of Rock” with its latest show.
Bargain Hunter: ‘Pinktober’ can link consumers to a cause
Growing up in the Texas Hill Country, I was your typical all-American boy, playing sports and dreaming of reaching the Super Bowl, World Series or World Cup some day. The camaraderie of the team, the pride of being an athlete and the cheering fans were intoxicating.
October 19, 2009
Author finds inspiration at Smith Mountain Lake
Sally Roseveare, of Huddleston, has ideas flowing through her mind like the waters of Smith Mountain Lake, where she lives.
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