Crossword, May 25-31, 2011: Mind Exercises

Across 1    Shoestring 5    Cookie selling grp. 8    Potter’s medium 12    Magician’s opening word 13    Spoken tests 15    Layer of frost 16    Russian denial 17    French cap 18    Garage
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Paddle and Trail to offer paddle trips to Rockford’s City Market

Staff report Friday afternoons this summer, Paddle and Trail is offering TGIF (Thank Goodness It’s Friday) paddle trips in a variety
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Local history group plans Memorial Day activities

By Jon McGinty Freelance Writer A local history group, the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW), plans to honor
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Theater Review: Artists’ Ensemble’s ‘Rounding Third’—fathers and Little League

By Edith McCauley Theater Critic In Artists’ Ensemble’s Rounding Third, Stephen F. Vrtol III and David A. Gingerich are two devoted fathers
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Tube Talk: Oprah’s final show—the end of an era

By Paula Hendrickson Contributing Writer This afternoon, I set my DVR to record the final episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show. While
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Literary Hook: ‘That Old Oak Tree and Me’ a provocative poem

By Christine Swanberg Author and Poet Here is a provocative poem by J. Glenn Evans that deals with diversity. J. Glenn often
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Music marathon set for May 30 on Comcast 57

Staff Report Want to hear some memorable music on Memorial Day? Tune in to Comcast channel 57. They’ll start with the
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Lunch with Marjorie: Climbing corporate ladders, making transitions from Brazil to the U.S.—part three

Editor’s note: The following is the third in a three-part series. Part one appeared in the April 6-12, 2011, issue,
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Arts & Theater Calendar: Week of May 25-31, 2011

Ongoing Attractions Rockford Art Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. Featuring Full Deck: A
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Community Calendar: Week of May 25-31, 2011

Ongoing Attractions Rockford Public Library Hours – Main Library open Tues.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; East Branch open
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Music Calendar: May 25-31, 2011

Wednesday, May 25 Vinyl Voodoo – Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison St. 10:30 p.m. Free. Every Wed. Info: 815-962-7944. Hey Champ –
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Crossword: Week of May 18-24, 2011 ‘B Plus’

Across 1    Sampras or Rose 5    Throat-clearing sounds 10    Bit of a ticket 14    Hard to find 15    Film 16    Bean curd 17    Fiery gem 18    Stand 19    Elemental
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Artwork a tribute to 100 years of Black Hawk Statue

–May 20 ‘Cowboy Up for Black Hawk’ event to help raise funds for restoration of Black Hawk Statue in Oregon,
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Q & A with Quiet Riot drummer Frankie Banali

–Heavy metal band Quiet Riot to play the Back Bar in Janesville, Wis., Saturday, May 21 By M.J. Parks Quiet Riot has
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Community Calendar: Week of May 18-24, 2011

Ongoing Attractions Rockford Public Library Hours – Main Library open Tues.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; East Branch open
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49th Annual Food-A-Rama set for May 18

Staff Report In 1962, Temple Beth-El sisterhood decided to hold a fund-raiser to furnish the kitchen of the building the congregation
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Tickets for May 21 ‘100 Men Who Cook’ only available in advance

Staff Report For the 22nd year, The Literacy Council will combine food, fun and fund-raising at its 100 Men Who Cook
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Marilyn Cade wins 2011 Starr of Excellence Award

Staff Report Marilyn Cade, who has performed and taught piano in Rockford and elsewhere for many years, was named the winner
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CAPA freshmen present Hollywood Nights May 19

Staff Report The annual Hollywood Nights production returns to the stage of Auburn’s Freshman Campus (AFC) at 520 N. Pierpont at
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Sounds Of Good News celebrates Memorial Day

– Carl and Dianna Cole offer two CDs: Mothers of the Cross and My Buddy Staff Report Carl and Dianna Cole of
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Desolation Row wins Hope and Anchor’s Battle of the Bands

Staff Report Desolation Row, a four-member band from Winnebago and Stillman Valley, claimed the top prize in Hope and Anchor’s Battle
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Music Calendar: Week of May 18-24, 2011

Wednesday, May 18 Vinyl Voodoo – Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison St. 10:30 p.m. Free. Every Wed. Info: 815-962-7944. Open Stage w/Jim
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Kryptonite hosts Tom Waits tribute band May 18

Staff Report Chicago-based Tom Waits tribute band B1G T1ME will perform at Kryptonite Music Lounge, 308 W. State St., Wednesday, May
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Arts & Theater Calendar: Week of May 18-24, 2011

Ongoing Attractions Rockford Art Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. Featuring Full Deck: A
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Literary Hook: Poem: Things you can do ‘On Any Given Day’

By Christine Swanberg Author and Poet Here is a lively, quirky poem celebrating everyday joys by Cleo Johnson. Cleo is a retired teacher,
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Artist Tom Heflin creates mural for SwedishAmerican’s 100th anniversary

Staff Report Nationally-renowned and local artist Tom Heflin has created a mural (pictured) to recognize and honor SwedishAmerican Hospital’s 100th anniversary.
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Cirque du Soleil’s Dralion enchants at MetroCentre

From the May 11-17, 2011, issue Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit Share with
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Artists’ Ensemble presents ‘Rounding Third’ May 13-29

Comedy about ‘odd couple’ of Little League coaches closes out the theater’s season Staff Report Don is a blue-collar guy who has
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Groove Walk features live music in downtown Rockford May 14

Staff Report The 13th annual downtown Groove Walk music walk is set for 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Saturday, May 14. The event features
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Music: Q & A with The Last Vegas’ Chad Cherry

The Last Vegas to perform at WXRX’s ‘The Concert’ with nine other bands May 14 at Rockford Speedway By M.J. Parks The
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Craftsmanship, talent displayed at Handmade Music Exposition

By Jim Hagerty Online Editor A few hundred combined years of experience was displayed at the JustGoods store Saturday, May 7, for
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Find Your Space: Glitzy Garage Sale is June 3-5

By Gale Ketteler Womanspace Program Coordinator & Marketing Specialist It’s that time of year! We are now accepting donations for our
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Literary Hook: Clearing your mind at The Clearing in Ellison Bay, Wis.

By Christine Swanberg Author and Poet The Clearing, a retreat center and arts colony in Ellison Bay, Wis., begins its weeklong classes
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Arts & Theater Calendar: Week of May 11-17, 2011

Ongoing Attractions Rockford Art Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. 70th Young Artist Show:
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Community Calendar: Week of May 11-17, 2011

Ongoing Attractions Rockford Public Library Hours – Main Library open Tues.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; East Branch open
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Music Calendar: Week of May 11-17, 2011

Wednesday, May 11 Vinyl Voodoo – Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison St. 10:30 p.m. Free. Every Wed. Info: 815-962-7944. Open Stage w/Jim
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Crossword Puzzle: Week of May 11-17, 2011, ‘YY’

Across 1    Dec. holiday 5    Mechanical bankers: abbr. 9    Big name in hotels 14    Popular flower 15    Red root 16    French avante-garde composer 17    ___ Romeo 18  
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Crossword Puzzle, Week of May 4-10, 2011: Paper Names

Across 1    Twine fiber 6    Davis or Midler 11    Go well together 14    Short beginning? 15    Flynn of films 16    Caviar 17    San Jose name 19    Pilot’s
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Rockford Art Museum opens skate art exhibit May 6

Staff Report Rockford Art Museum (RAM) presents Full Deck: A Short History of Skate Art, an anthology of skate art from
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Best in Rockford music named at 20th RAMI Awards

By Jim Hagerty Online Editor Thirty-one musical artists were named best in the category Friday, April 29, at the 20th Rockford
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Handmade Music Exposition May 7 at JustGoods

Staff Report The Third Annual Handmade Music Exposition will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 7, at JustGoods,
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Arts & Theater Calendar: Week of May 4-10, 2011 issue

Ongoing Attractions Rockford Art Museum – 711 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. 70th Young Artist Show:
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Community Calendar: Week of May 4-10, 2011

Ongoing Attractions Rockford Public Library Hours – Main Library open Tues.-Thurs., noon-8 p.m. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; East Branch open
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Music Calendar: Week of May 4-10, 2011

Wednesday, May 4 Vinyl Voodoo – Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison St. 10:30 p.m. Free. Every Wed. Info: 815-962-7944. Open Stage w/Jim
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Jim Post’s Mark Twain and the Laughing River May 1 at Memorial Hall

Staff Report Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts welcomes back an old favorite, Jim Post, in his inimitable role as
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Music: Founders recall early days of the RAMI Awards

* 20th Annual RAMI Awards Ceremony set for April 29 at Tebala Shrine Temple By Jim Hagerty Online Editor With the 20th Rockford
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My tribute to Julian Swain—dancer, singer, choreographer and dear friend

By Edith McCauley Thirty years of memories with the most special person in my life cannot be easily compiled. Julian and
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Two new exhibits on display at Ethnic Heritage Museum May 1

Staff Report Rockford’s Ethnic Heritage Museum invites the public to visit its two newest exhibits—“Made in Africa” and “Garibaldi Guards!”—from 2
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The Signature Event April 28

Staff Report The public is invited to The Signature Event, a benefit to support The Element, from 6-9 p.m., Thursday, April
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In Memoriam: Ruth ‘Maxine’ Holler (1921-2011)

By Susan Johnson Copy Editor Ruth “Maxine” Holler, long-time musical performer, passed away April 21, 2011, at Premier Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing
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